- David "Skinny Devil" McLean
Originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Wednesday, March 16 2005 @ 13:32:50 GMT
Nick Martinelli is a wicked guitar player, instructor, web
designer, and owner of the extreme guitar site, The Shred Zone!
While Nick's guitar playing skills are considerable, most of the press he receives is due to his company, Net Fusion Designs, (he's created sites for Rusty Cooley, TD Clark, German Schaus, and other shredders) and his instructional shred-site, The Shred Zone, which has thousands of daily visitors interested in improving their guitar technique.
I had a chance to speak to Nick last year - check it out!
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
The DRUMMER SESSIONS - Steve DiMartino
- Barry Miller
I PICKED STEVIE DI, AS I KNOW HIM, FOR MY FIRST DRUMMER SESSION. WHY? BECAUSE HE IS THE EXEMPLAR, THE MODEL, THE MOLD, OF ALL DRUMMERS I KNOW. HE IS WHAT DRUMMERS NEED TO BE OR SHOULD BE, IN MY OPINION. HE IS THE MONSTER ON THE MUPPET SHOW. HE IS THE FIRE BEHIND THE BAND THAT BURNS THE GROOVE. HE IS THE DRUMMER WHO MAY CALL OUT A BASS PLAYER BECAUSE HE IS MISSING THE GROOVE; BUT HE WILL PROBABLY DO IT WITH A SMILE ON HIS FACE - ONCE.
HE IS THE DRUMMER WHO STARTED AS A KID BECAUSE HE HAD THE PASSION, THAT
INTANGIBLE TRAIT THAT SETS THE GOOD DRUMMERS AND MUSCIANS APART FROM THE REST OF US.
I PICKED STEVIE DI, AS I KNOW HIM, FOR MY FIRST DRUMMER SESSION. WHY? BECAUSE HE IS THE EXEMPLAR, THE MODEL, THE MOLD, OF ALL DRUMMERS I KNOW. HE IS WHAT DRUMMERS NEED TO BE OR SHOULD BE, IN MY OPINION. HE IS THE MONSTER ON THE MUPPET SHOW. HE IS THE FIRE BEHIND THE BAND THAT BURNS THE GROOVE. HE IS THE DRUMMER WHO MAY CALL OUT A BASS PLAYER BECAUSE HE IS MISSING THE GROOVE; BUT HE WILL PROBABLY DO IT WITH A SMILE ON HIS FACE - ONCE.
HE IS THE DRUMMER WHO STARTED AS A KID BECAUSE HE HAD THE PASSION, THAT
INTANGIBLE TRAIT THAT SETS THE GOOD DRUMMERS AND MUSCIANS APART FROM THE REST OF US.
Sunday, October 28, 2012
''GUITAR GODS: Chris Poland''
-- David "Skinny Devil" McLean
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Tuesday, March 15 2005 @ 14:59:10 GMT
If you are a fan of Megadeth, you need no introduction to Chris Poland - the man who ripped out half the guitar work for the band along with founder Dave Mustaine. You've heard his playing on the classics "Peace Sells...but Who's Buying?", "Devil's Island", and more, and know all about his flowing, legato style. Then again, you might know Chris as the west coast fusion player instead, who tore through the clubs 20 years ago with his band The New Yorkers.
If you're new to Chris Poland, you might only have heard his amazing
work with Damn the Machine or his solo project or maybe his main gig,
OHM:. Even many a Poland fan don't know about the wide scope of his
career, but Chris Poland is pouring out fresh ideas faster than they can
be recorded.
Learn all about Chris at his web-site! I had the chance to speak with Chris recently - check it out!
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Tuesday, March 15 2005 @ 14:59:10 GMT
If you are a fan of Megadeth, you need no introduction to Chris Poland - the man who ripped out half the guitar work for the band along with founder Dave Mustaine. You've heard his playing on the classics "Peace Sells...but Who's Buying?", "Devil's Island", and more, and know all about his flowing, legato style. Then again, you might know Chris as the west coast fusion player instead, who tore through the clubs 20 years ago with his band The New Yorkers.
If you're new to Chris Poland, you might only have heard his amazing
work with Damn the Machine or his solo project or maybe his main gig,
OHM:. Even many a Poland fan don't know about the wide scope of his
career, but Chris Poland is pouring out fresh ideas faster than they can
be recorded.Learn all about Chris at his web-site! I had the chance to speak with Chris recently - check it out!
Friday, October 19, 2012
''GUITAR GODS: Neil Zaza''
- David :Skinny Devil" McLean
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Monday, March 14 2005 @ 02:36:28 GMT
Neil Zaza is an amazing player who has been a staple on the guitar hero scene for over a decade. He has performed across the globe, holds more endorsements than you can shake a stick at, has released 8 solo albums and is featured on 2 compilations, and has shared the stage with the like of Joe Satriani, and was recently featured at the NAMM All-Star Jam, hitting the stage with Nuno Bettencourt, Tom Morello, Yngwie Malmsteen, George Lynch, and more!
Neil's playing is lightning fast and he knows every trick in the book,
but the prime element is how melodic and soulful he can be. Give a
listen to his new disc, "Melodica", and you'll be astonished with his
lyrical approach to instrumental guitar music! Tracks like the opener,
"On With the Show", the gorgeous title track, or the quiet "Good-Bye"
will have you asking why Neil's face doesn't grace the cover of every
guitar magazine across the globe with more regularity!
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Monday, March 14 2005 @ 02:36:28 GMT
Neil Zaza is an amazing player who has been a staple on the guitar hero scene for over a decade. He has performed across the globe, holds more endorsements than you can shake a stick at, has released 8 solo albums and is featured on 2 compilations, and has shared the stage with the like of Joe Satriani, and was recently featured at the NAMM All-Star Jam, hitting the stage with Nuno Bettencourt, Tom Morello, Yngwie Malmsteen, George Lynch, and more!
Friday, September 21, 2012
SDML Instructors Speak: 10 Best Live Albums of All Time!
Should be noted that opinions vary greatly...and often! Meaning, most of these guys would have handed me a different list if I'd asked 2 weeks before or if you ask them 2 weeks from now. No worries - nothing in stone and nothing sacred. We march on.....
Monday, September 3, 2012
''GUITAR GODS: Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal''
- David "Skinny Devil" McLean
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Tuesday, March 08 2005 @ 13:26:28 GMT
(editor's note: Ron has since gone on to join Guns-n-Roses)
Ron Thal. They call him, affectionately, "Bumblefoot". He is a god of the underground rock guitar scene, fusing heavy rock sounds with all manner of esoterica, experimenting effortlessly with weird harmonies, blazing speed, odd sounds, near-criminal abuse of his gear....
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Tuesday, March 08 2005 @ 13:26:28 GMT
(editor's note: Ron has since gone on to join Guns-n-Roses)
Ron Thal. They call him, affectionately, "Bumblefoot". He is a god of the underground rock guitar scene, fusing heavy rock sounds with all manner of esoterica, experimenting effortlessly with weird harmonies, blazing speed, odd sounds, near-criminal abuse of his gear....
Sunday, September 2, 2012
In The Neighborhood
- Elizabeth Beck
Living With Memories - elizbeck.blogspot.com
Living With Memories - elizbeck.blogspot.com
Whatever you do, take care of your shoes – Trey Anastasio
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
''GUITAR GODS: Mattias 'Freak Guitar' Eklundh''
- David "Skinny Devil" McLean
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Tuesday, December 14 2004 @ 13:33:49 GMT
What can you say about Mattias IA Eklundh? If you've heard him, you are already smiling - if you haven't, you should.
Mattias, Mr. Freak Guitar, is an amazing talent...coming at you with aggressive, funky, bizarre, beautiful music that twists and turns like an electric labyrinth and leaves you stunned but wanting more. With titles like "Faith in Chaos", "When Sam Played it Again", and "(Friday Afternoon) in a Galaxy Far Away", you know you're in for something more than a little different from one of the most original artists you've ever heard.
originally published at Tinfoil Music
Date: Tuesday, December 14 2004 @ 13:33:49 GMTWhat can you say about Mattias IA Eklundh? If you've heard him, you are already smiling - if you haven't, you should.
Mattias, Mr. Freak Guitar, is an amazing talent...coming at you with aggressive, funky, bizarre, beautiful music that twists and turns like an electric labyrinth and leaves you stunned but wanting more. With titles like "Faith in Chaos", "When Sam Played it Again", and "(Friday Afternoon) in a Galaxy Far Away", you know you're in for something more than a little different from one of the most original artists you've ever heard.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
"Intro to Jazz Guitar"
-- Tim Fowler
originally published at Timfowlerguitar.com
May 16, 2012
I’ve been working with a student on some jazz concepts. Jazz can get really “out there” if you let it, but you have to start with playing over chord changes. This example from Madeilene Peyroux’s “I’m All Right” is a great way to hear playing over chord changes. This song uses some really nice jazz idioms and is very accessible.(that means it is easy to listen to, not too fast, not too weird) But don’t let that fool you. This is a masterfully constructed solo that you’ll want to get the feel for.
originally published at Timfowlerguitar.com
May 16, 2012
I’ve been working with a student on some jazz concepts. Jazz can get really “out there” if you let it, but you have to start with playing over chord changes. This example from Madeilene Peyroux’s “I’m All Right” is a great way to hear playing over chord changes. This song uses some really nice jazz idioms and is very accessible.(that means it is easy to listen to, not too fast, not too weird) But don’t let that fool you. This is a masterfully constructed solo that you’ll want to get the feel for.
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