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Steve Vai: iron man here we come
Steve Vai: iron man here we come
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — The rock n' roll lifestyle is a thing of the past for Steve Vai. Instead, the guitarist has opted for a much healthier regime -- training for the Iron Man triathlon. Trading booze for body fitness, Vai hopes to complete a half Iron Man -- 70.3 miles total, consisting of a 1.2-mile swim, a ... (more) Steve Vai: iron man here we come
Los Angeles – Guitar Center – Rockwalk.
gitbuddy.wordpress.com — Just how big are the hands of our favourite guitar heroes? Yesterday I managed to get out to West Hollywood for an hour and went to the part where there are a couple of guitar stores. The GC outlet there is the flagship store – the largest and ... (more) Los Angeles – Guitar Center – Rockwalk.
News: how big are guitarists hands?
News: how big are guitarists hands?
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — Just how big are the hands of our favourite guitar heroes? Yesterday I managed to get out to West Hollywood for an hour and went to the part where there are a couple of guitar stores... Anyway, GC West Hollywood also has the Rockwalk which has handprints of many of the most popular guitar heroes ... (more) News: how big are guitarists hands?
Joe Satriani: chickenfoot to be filmed
Joe Satriani: chickenfoot to be filmed
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — World Premiere Theatrical Event on Tuesday December 1st, 2009 Come experience the very first filmed live show of the new rock collaboration Chickenfoot. Yes, Chickenfoot! In Theatres on December 1st. CHICKENFOOT LIVE the concert film features Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Sammy Hagar and ... (more) Joe Satriani: chickenfoot to be filmed
News: Metal monk quits rock!!!!!
News: Metal monk quits rock!!!!!
feedproxy.google.com — Metal monk quits rock M4TV7 Video Reuters This is a content summary only. Visit Truth In Shredding to find out more! (more) News: Metal monk quits rock!!!!!
Wayne Kramer Talks About Band Dynamics
Wayne Kramer Talks About Band Dynamics
gorehound1313.wordpress.com — (more) Wayne Kramer Talks About Band Dynamics
Larry Mitchell: playing a Ibanez micro
Larry Mitchell: playing a Ibanez micro
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — Larry Mitchell: Sound at my Ibanez clinic in springville Utah Dave L asked me to sign his Ibanez micro. Great little guitar. It's hard to tell just how small it is because it's black and I'm dressed in all black. The clinic is at mountain rock music Playing a Ibanez micro This is a content ... (more) Larry Mitchell: playing a Ibanez micro
Mateus Starling: Vengas music TV
Mateus Starling: Vengas music TV
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — Mateus Starling improvising - Invitation - Venegas music tv (only solo) This is a content summary only. Visit Truth In Shredding to find out more! (more) Mateus Starling: Vengas music TV
Chris Maerten: on the road again
Chris Maerten: on the road again
feedproxy.google.com — On the road again This is a content summary only. Visit Truth In Shredding to find out more! (more) Chris Maerten: on the road again
Danny Gatton...The Man,His Music,His Equipment
Danny Gatton...The Man,His Music,His Equipment
guitaranswers.blogspot.com — Danny Gatton has always been a favorite of mine,his "redneck" jazz style is even funny at times.But for all seriousness,he was a smokin player,a players player!I recently found a video i had not seen,of Danny Gatton.It was over at 300guitars.com.Along with that,i am including 2 post i did ,in ... (more) Danny Gatton...The Man,His Music,His Equipment
Steve Lukather and Joe Bonamassa - "Further on up the Road"
Steve Lukather and Joe Bonamassa - "Further on up the Road"
guitar-channel.com — More footage of Steve Lukather and Joe Bonamassa at Guitar Center's King Of The Blues competition. Great stuff! (more) Steve Lukather and Joe Bonamassa - "Further on up the Road"
Gary Hoey: winter tour dates
Gary Hoey: winter tour dates
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — 11/20/09Blondie'sDetroit, MI11/21/09City Limits Schaumburg, IL11/22/09Vnuk's Lounge Cudahy, WI11/27/09KGGO 94.9 FM Morning ShowDes Moines, IA11/27/09Prairie Meadows Casino Free Show!Des Moines, IA11/29/09Knuckleheads Saloon Kansas City, MO11/30/09KQRC 98.9 FM Morning ShowKansas City, ... (more) Gary Hoey: winter tour dates
Question: Distortion before Wah or Distortion after Wah. Let the discussion begin!
Question: Distortion before Wah or Distortion after Wah. Let the discussion begin!
effectsbay.com — Today, I asked the question “Question: Distortion before Wah or Distortion after Wah. Let the discussion begin!”. This was sparked by reading the ProGuitarShop.com blog entry titled “ A Guide to Guitar Effects Placement “. This was a pretty interesting read and further ... (more) Question: Distortion before Wah or Distortion after Wah. ...
Tom Hess: Top Secrets Of Common Sense ~ Part 1
Tom Hess: Top Secrets Of Common Sense ~ Part 1
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — Top Secrets Of Common Sense ~ Part 1 by Tom Hess If you believe you can, you will. If you believe you can't, you won't. No matter what your musical skill level is right now, there are going to be many significant challenges ahead of you. Your attitudes, and the ways you deal with musical ... (more) Tom Hess: Top Secrets Of Common Sense ~ Part 1
Alex Skolnick: guitar edge article
Alex Skolnick: guitar edge article
truthinshredding.blogspot.com — At a NAMM show, metal-cum-jazz guitarist Alex Skolnick was asked how he rated digital recording technology against old-school analog methods. Without missing a beat, he responded, “I prefer the old style of recording because it forced you to have talent.” Skolnick’s talent has taken several ... (more) Alex Skolnick: guitar edge article
VintageandRare is Proud to welcome Als' Music Factory from Spain
VintageandRare is Proud to welcome Als' Music Factory from Spain
vintageandrare.com — VintageandRare is very proud to welcome Als’ Music Factory from Spain. At Als' Music Factory, we Import Boutique gear and we always offer you the best in Amplification, Guitars, Accessories and Effects. Selecting only the best quality and always considering the customer. (more) VintageandRare is Proud to welcome Als' Music Factory ...
Steely Dan Concert Review
Steely Dan Concert Review
rockandrollguru.com — Enjoy my recap of two delightful nights with Steely Dan here in Milwaukee. On this trip to town the Gruesome Twosome performed a pair of Desert Island Discs in their entirety. Please click here if you can’t see the video. (more) Steely Dan Concert Review
Tweed Fender Champ – Class A amplifier
Tweed Fender Champ – Class A amplifier
myfenderchamp.com — The tweed Fender Champ is a 5 Watt Class A amplifier. What exactly does it mean when an amp is called Class A? Wikipedia does a pretty geeked up job explaining it. 1959 Fender Tweed Champ (more) Tweed Fender Champ – Class A amplifier
Danny Gatton Live!
Danny Gatton Live!
300guitars.com — Here is a great clip of my all-time favorite guitar player Dany Gatton. The video quality is not the best but the playing is and that’s what counts. He jumps from style to style and even throws on some light, humorous riffing with the band about 2/3 of the way through. I saw him live [...] (more) Danny Gatton Live!
Recording Guitar
Recording Guitar
guitaranswers.blogspot.com — A good article over at Sweetwater's,Guitars and Gear section ...Recording Guitar with Ken Scott...Recording engineer/producer Ken Scott knows a thing or two about recording guitar. Check out just a few of his credits:The Beatles (Magical Mystery Tour, The White Album) Jeff Beck (Truth, There And ... (more) Recording Guitar
Joe Walsh: Rock & Roll Quote
rockandrollguru.com — “You know, Mozart and Beethoven never got royalty checks.” ~Joe Walsh I’d imagine this is accurate, but I’m not sure what the point is. Typical Joe Walsh. Happy Birthday, Joe! (more) Joe Walsh: Rock & Roll Quote
Rock and Roll History: November 20
Rock and Roll History: November 20
rockandrollguru.com — Here’s today’s 1-minute Rock and Roll History lesson , including Duane Allman, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Paul Simon and more… (more) Rock and Roll History: November 20
Line 6 M13 Stompbox Modeler – Guest Review
Line 6 M13 Stompbox Modeler – Guest Review
effectsbay.com — The following is a guest post review of the Line 6 M13 Stompbox Modeler by Jake ( @jarjarjakes ) . If you are interested in guest posting, please contact me ! Over the years I’ve played through and experimented with numerous multi effects units, and all of them had left me with ... (more) Line 6 M13 Stompbox Modeler – Guest Review
Joe Walsh: Rock & Roll Wisdom
rockandrollguru.com — “You just turn your pretty head and walk away.” -Joe Walsh I wonder if Joe Walsh read the wacky Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard before he wrote this song, as it was Kierkegaard who once said, “When I have a problem I walk, and walking makes it better.” Henry David Thoreau ... (more) Joe Walsh: Rock & Roll Wisdom
Joe Walsh: Rock & Roll Birthday Tribute
Joe Walsh: Rock & Roll Birthday Tribute
rockandrollguru.com — Here’s my 1-minute tribute to Joe Walsh, the clown prince of Rock & Roll, on his 60th birthday. (more) Joe Walsh: Rock & Roll Birthday Tribute
Tear It Up, Eddie!
Tear It Up, Eddie!
bushdogblues.blogspot.com — No one does it like Eddie C. Campbell. He's just a unique voice in the world of blues--whether it's from his reverb ladened licks shooting from his trademark red Jazzmaster guitar or his mellow vocals bending notes around his witty, life observing lyrical ideas. Now, if you go back through my ... (more) Tear It Up, Eddie!
Dio In Hospital: Is It Heart Trouble?
classicrockmagazine.com — Ronnie James Dio’s wife and manager, Wendy, has thanked fans for their messages of support following the veteran singer’s recent hospitalisation. A message on Dio’s official website reads: ‘Wendy Dio would like to thank ... (more) Dio In Hospital: Is It Heart Trouble?
The Parts Drawer Gibson T-top Humbucker Info
The Parts Drawer Gibson T-top Humbucker Info
300guitars.com — Jim Pasch has a great post at his site about vintage Gibson T-top humbucker pickups. His information and insight comes from 30+ years in the business and I think he’s seen it all. I remember working with him as the repair tech at Outlaw Guitars back in the 90’s and the guitars this ... (more) The Parts Drawer Gibson T-top Humbucker Info
Cynicism: Rock & Roll Dictionary
rockandrollguru.com — Cynicism : the realistic optimist’s perspective regarding their fourth marriage. (more) Cynicism: Rock & Roll Dictionary
LTT update – Gladius your pickups are on their way
LTT update – Gladius your pickups are on their way
guitaristhub.com — Pickups have been bought and are winging their way to us. Went for: DiMarzio PAF PRO - Neck DiMarzio MO JOE - Bridge Mulitple 5 way selector Will be getting wired up like THIS Thanks to Steve at DiMarzio Uk for the advice. (more) LTT update – Gladius your pickups are on their way
3 Questions – George Lynch
3 Questions – George Lynch
truefire.com — 1. What's the most valuable career advice you've ever received? Don’t quit your day job. 2. Should artists allow free downloads and file sharing -- or does that devalue the music? I believe artists, or any other creator of a consumable product, should have the right to do whatever they ... (more) 3 Questions – George Lynch
3 Innovative Travel Guitars
3 Innovative Travel Guitars
guitarless.com — A look at three of the, slightly, more unusual and original travel guitars available to the discerning, jet-setting axe-man or axe-lady. (more) 3 Innovative Travel Guitars
World Guitars – Win a £10,000 GBP private stock
World Guitars – Win a £10,000 GBP private stock
guitaristhub.com — World Guitars are celebrating their 1st anniversary by giving away a £10,000 PRS Private stock. Check out the link Win a private stock (more) World Guitars – Win a £10,000 GBP private stock
StageTrix Pedal Fasteners --  Why Didn't I Think Of That? #4
StageTrix Pedal Fasteners -- Why Didn't I Think Of That? #4
theguitarcolumn.com — A high quality hook-and-loop fastener, StageTrix' Pedal Fasteners are designed to precisely fit the ubiquitous Boss pedals, as well as pedals in the Ibanez and Maxon range with a similar footprint. A nice feature is that the rectangular center of the Pedal Fastener can be easily detached to ... (more) StageTrix Pedal Fasteners -- Why Didn't I Think Of That? #4
Ten Year Vamp: Don't Act Like You Know Me
Ten Year Vamp: Don't Act Like You Know Me
guitarplayerdaily.blogspot.com — Don’t Act Like You Know Me is not only a powerfully entertaining pop-rock album by Albany, NY based band Ten Year Vamp, it is an evolutionary, and revolutionary, leap that could very well change the way bands record and market their music. Filled with catchy riffs and heavy grooves, the album ... (more) Ten Year Vamp: Don't Act Like You Know Me
Gibson Guitars may face prosecution under revised Lacey Act
Gibson Guitars may face prosecution under revised Lacey Act
guitarcollecting.co.uk — Gibson Guitars, long lauded by environmental groups as a pioneer in the use of sustainable wood products, is the first U.S. company to face prosecution under a new federal law banning trade in illegal wood. “This is the first enforcement action that we are aware of, and we are extremely ... (more) Gibson Guitars may face prosecution under revised Lacey Act
Ten Year Vamp: Don’t Act Like You Know Me
Ten Year Vamp: Don’t Act Like You Know Me
modernguitarist.guitarinternational.com — By: Dr Matt Warnock Don’t Act Like You Know Me is not only a powerfully entertaining pop-rock album by Albany, NY based band Ten Year Vamp, it is an evolutionary, and revolutionary, leap that could very well change the way bands record and market their music. Filled with catchy riffs ... (more) Ten Year Vamp: Don’t Act Like You Know Me
Pedal Line Friday – 11/20 – Jurgen aka underwood
Pedal Line Friday – 11/20 – Jurgen aka underwood
effectsbay.com — Today’s pedal line is from Jurgen aka underwood ( @ underwoodblog ) . If you have a pedal line (doesn’t have to be in a board) for your rig, please email me a photo, bio, description of pedals and routing to (more) Pedal Line Friday – 11/20 – Jurgen aka underwood
School Bus Driver/Singer-Songwriter/ Starts Unique Volunteerism
School Bus Driver/Singer-Songwriter/ Starts Unique Volunteerism
guitarinternational.com — Brian Gardner When Rohnert Park, California, resident Brian Gardner heard President Obama calling for citizens to get involved in volunteerism, Brian, a school bus driver and performer in the Bay Area decided to start a campaign to answer the call by the President and to celebrate his 40 ... (more) School Bus Driver/Singer-Songwriter/ Starts Unique ...
Crystal Frets Vs. GlassTones -- Part 2
Crystal Frets Vs. GlassTones -- Part 2
theguitarcolumn.com — The Crystal Frets/GlassTones debate continues in the comments section here: http://www.theguitarcolumn.com/2009/10/crystal-frets-vs-glasstones.html Parental Guidance Advised!   Subscribe in a reader (more) Crystal Frets Vs. GlassTones -- Part 2
Les Paul - Chasing Sound!
Les Paul - Chasing Sound!
dy-sphoric.blogspot.com — (more) Les Paul - Chasing Sound!
2007 Rolling Stones Forty Licks Merlot
2007 Rolling Stones Forty Licks Merlot
300guitars.com — Winemaker Mark Beaman has produced a Merlot “wine that rocks” to capture the essence of “Forty Licks” the 40 tracks that cover the Rolling Stones’ career. Beaman says that Merlot captures the comfort in turning into a classic that stands the test of time much like ... (more) 2007 Rolling Stones Forty Licks Merlot
Back From Bali!
Back From Bali!
theguitarcolumn.com — I'm back and it's good to be home! I didn't find much by way of guitar stuff. Bali is pretty much about sightseeing, food, beaches, surfing, partying and more food. And the scenery was breathtaking! Sometimes it's good to get away from the guitar for a bit, commune with Nature and ... (more) Back From Bali!
The newly designed website…
The newly designed website…
guitarbench.com — Hey Folks, The new site in all it’s glorious design is up for your comments: please take a moment to surf around to: THE NEW DESIGN and let us know what you think! (more) The newly designed website…
Out through the Great Wide Open
Out through the Great Wide Open
whatsthatdudeplay.com — California-based BMF Effects has become a bit of a go-to pedal pusher for the likes of some pretty damn good blues players… like Marc Ford and the guys in The Steepwater Band. While the Purple Nurple looks to be the company’s flagship, we were keen to get our hands on another, ... (more) Out through the Great Wide Open
Gibson Got (Illegal) Wood? The Environmental Concern.
Gibson Got (Illegal) Wood? The Environmental Concern.
muzicosphere.com — Gibson is under investigation, and this reminded me of a topic I wanted to bring on muzicosphere... Is there a sustainable way to produce musical instruments? Not that I am an environment freak but I think it's worth the thinking... (more) Gibson Got (Illegal) Wood? The Environmental Concern.
Tortuga traps a Wendigo
Tortuga traps a Wendigo
whatsthatdudeplay.com — Matt over at Tortuga Effects has posted a new demo video of his new Wendigo stomp – a close brother to his Sasquatch fuzz, but with the addition of silicon transistors. According to Tortuga, the Wendigo has a tight, rich distortion that blends extremely well with an amp yet still has all ... (more) Tortuga traps a Wendigo
OFR Shimming Guide
OFR Shimming Guide
guitarmatrixblog.blogspot.com — This is an easy guide to shimming your Original Floyd Rose saddles to get a close match to your fretboard radius. This way you can dial it in very fast to get very close to a perfect match for best action. Note: Unless your guitar has a 10" non-compound fretboard radius, you will need to shim ... (more) OFR Shimming Guide
One Finger Chord Primer Part 6
One Finger Chord Primer Part 6
guitarnoise.com — Welcome back to the One Finger Guitar Chord Primer. We’re going to learn a new tune in this lesson, Aura Lee, which is much better known as Love Me Tender. Aura Lee is going to teach us a new chord form. It’s our first that uses two fingers. (more) One Finger Chord Primer Part 6
Boss Micro Cube Bass RX
Boss Micro Cube Bass RX
bassguitarblog.com — If you want a really small amp, and I mean REALLY small, then there’s a new kid on the block: The Boss Micro Cube Bass RX . The cube family has been around for as long as I can remember, but this new bass-version really has taken it to another level. Roland has posted a video that goes ... (more) Boss Micro Cube Bass RX
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