Browsing Month February, 2010

Cindy Cashdollar Interview

Posted February 27, 2010 at 4:03 pm | No comments

by Rick Landers ****** Cindy: Cashdollar Interview Rick Landers: Today we know that Woodstock, New York and the surrounding area used to be the neighborhood that belonged to some well-known musicians. I guess it always hasn’t been that way; but you either call it home or have called it home in the past. But you […]

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Bill Frisell “Films of Buster Keaton”

Bill Frisell “Films of Buster Keaton”

Posted February 25, 2010 at 7:14 pm | No comments

For those of you who may be unfamiliar with the music of Bill Frisell, or maybe more to the point, that you might find it difficult to pinpoint exactly what it is that he does and what genre of music he plays, you’re probably not alone. He is, after all, constantly changing directions in his musical endeavors. From jazz, to American folk and blues, to some combination of the two, his music always manages to bear the stamp of his unique musical voice. On the 2009 release of Films of Buster Keaton by Bill Frisell, the guitarist once again explores new musical territory in his homage to the silent-era films of Buster Keaton.

Posted in: DVD Reviews, Jazz, Jazz Reviews, Reviews

Marc Rizzo “Legionnaire” Review

Marc Rizzo “Legionnaire” Review

Posted February 25, 2010 at 6:38 pm | No comments

When not fulfilling his duties for Soulfly or Cavalera Conspiracy, guitarist Marc Rizzo was shuffling in and out of the recording studio to finish his latest solo effort Legionnaire. An eleven song guitar record that draws influences from metal, classical, flamenco, and South American music, with LegionnaireRizzo has created a solid instrumental record that fans of shred guitar and straight-up metal will appreciate.

Posted in: Instrumental Reviews, Metal, Metal Reviews, Reviews

Branco Stoysin Trio “Quiet Stream Breaks the Rocks”

Branco Stoysin Trio “Quiet Stream Breaks the Rocks”

Posted February 25, 2010 at 6:06 pm | No comments

In the concert DVD Quiet Stream Breaks the Rocks, the Branco Stoysin Trio exhibits Stoysin’s artistry as a composer and arranger. Throughout the set, the entire trio demonstrates their ability to achieve a very particular contemplative mood and feel with a fluid blend of jazz and Eastern European folk music. It’s the first DVD release from Stoysin, and it utilizes much of his music from previous record releases Inexhaustible (2009), Quiet Stream Breaks the Rocks (2007) and Heart is the Bridge (2003), along with some new material thrown in for good measure.

Posted in: DVD Reviews, Jazz, Jazz Reviews, Reviews

Bill Frisell “Solos: The Jazz Sessions”

Posted February 25, 2010 at 4:50 pm | One comment

Bill Frisell’s unique guitar work and musical excursions in his installment of Solos: The Jazz Sessions are nothing short of awe-inspiring and unconventional. As with much of Frisell’s output, he has demonstrated again and again how he has become a master of his own guitar idiom.

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Stewart Copeland Interview: The Police, Guitars, Drummers and Spongebob

Stewart Copeland Interview: The Police, Guitars, Drummers and Spongebob

Posted February 12, 2010 at 11:23 am | 2 comments

When one thinks of Stewart Copeland, iconic drummer for The Police and, more recently, Oysterhead, guitar is not the first instrument that comes to mind.

Posted in: Classic Rock, Interviews, Legends Interviews

Dave Holland Octet’s “Pathways”

Posted February 5, 2010 at 3:26 pm | One comment

Legendary bassist Dave Holland is now in his fifth decade as a jazz performer. His solo work and his ensemble leadership are equally extraordinary. Holland first became a familiar name as a member of Miles Davis’ group.

Posted in: Jazz, Jazz Reviews, Reviews

Django: World’s Greatest Jazz Guitarist

Django: World’s Greatest Jazz Guitarist

Posted February 5, 2010 at 12:49 pm | No comments

January 23, 2010 marks the 100th birthday of the late Django Reinhardt. Most jazz guitarists are aware of his music and his life story.

Posted in: Book Reviews, Jazz, Reviews

“Backstage Secrets” On the Road with the Rock Band RUSH”

“Backstage Secrets” On the Road with the Rock Band RUSH”

Posted February 4, 2010 at 6:33 pm | No comments

This latest DVD release from Longtail Distribution promises to take the viewer “behind the scenes to get a backstage look at what it takes to present the legendary band Rush during their 2008 Snakes & Arrows Concert Tour.

Posted in: DVD Reviews, Prog Rock, Prog Rock Reviews, Reviews

Two-Hand Tapping “Bumblebee to Bumblefoot”

Two-Hand Tapping “Bumblebee to Bumblefoot”

Posted February 4, 2010 at 11:42 am | No comments

To open the lesson I have transcribed an example of a “practical” use for the tapping techniques discussed thus far. Here for your delight is my version of “Flight of the Bumblebee” using multiple finger tapping. Have fun with this example before moving on to the second sets of examples, “Bumblefoot.”

Posted in: Guitar Lessons, Metal, shred guitar lessons