Posted June 15, 2011 at 6:29 am | No comments
Black Country Communion 2 was released on June 14, 2011, just nine months after the initial release by the band comprised of Joe Bonamassa, Glenn Hughes, Derek Sherinian, and Jason Bonham. It’s a positive step when a supergroup releases a sophomore record within a year after the debut, primarily because it shows that they’re still seriously motivated about the overall venture. It’s unusual, as statistics have shown that many of these bands lose interest quickly, and obstacles and personal issues get in the way. Obviously this band is keyed up, which means fans are keyed up too.
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Posted June 7, 2011 at 5:44 am | No comments
Though the title of this prequel motion picture refers to the iconic mutants of the Marvel Comics®, when they were still budding youths just discovering their special gifted abilities and first finding their destined paths in the world, the title more than aptly describes this superb motion picture installment in the beloved film series.
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Posted June 1, 2011 at 5:45 am | No comments
The members of Cloud Cult definitely brought their ‘A’ game to the Black Cat this past Saturday for a memorable, high-energy show. With a set list culled largely from their latest two releases, 2008’s Feel Good Ghosts and their most recent album, 2010’s Light Chasers, this is definitely a band that lives in the present.
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Posted May 26, 2011 at 7:17 am | No comments
Four years ago, ex-Yes singer Jon Anderson needed inspiration. This being the age of information, he figured the Internet was the best way to go about getting the inspiration he needed, so he released this plea on his website: “Musicians Wanted… Send me your music, just one minute of it will do.” The ensuing barrage of musical ideas did exactly what Jon wanted it to. He now had a body of material to write and sing to, along with a great community of musicians willing to work with him.
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Posted May 22, 2011 at 9:38 am | One comment
Ever since his days as Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist, Zakk Wylde has long been a purveyor of heavy riffage and ripping shred guitar solos. With the exception of his 1996 solo acoustic album, Book of Shadows , he hasn’t had much of a chance to show off his lighter side. But with Black Label Society’s latest release, Song Remains Not the Same , Zakk Wylde decided to get tender.
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Posted February 28, 2011 at 9:00 am | No comments
One thing you learn really quickly in this business is to listen to the buzz. The buzz tells you what hot new band is worth tracking down when you’re surfing the net for your next download. It informs you what concerts you should drive two hours out of your way for. Telling you which ones are important enough to grab your tickets in advance and gather your friends at the local venue so that you can check them out on a Friday night.
Posted in: Indie Rock-Pop, Reviews, Rock Reviews
Posted December 29, 2010 at 10:00 am | 5 comments
As 2010 comes to an end, and Guitar International enters its second year on the web, we have decided to pay tribute to the guitarists that caught our attention this year by launching the 1st Annual Guitar International Awards.
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Posted December 19, 2010 at 9:59 am | 3 comments
Guitar International’s Top 10 Most Popular Articles for 2010
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Posted December 12, 2010 at 4:03 pm | One comment
Heavy Days is a killin’, in your face rock record from power trio Mambo Sons. Described by Rock and Roll Report Magazine as “the best straight out rock and roll record of the year,” the album lives up to the hype as it delivers two discs full of powerful guitar riffs, catchy lyrics and enough groove to satisfy even the most seasoned rock fan.
Posted in: Classic Rock, Reviews, Rock Reviews
Posted November 16, 2010 at 1:00 pm | 2 comments
Review of the Jimi Hendrix Live at Monterey concert that launched the guitarist into the international spotlight.
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