The ex- Guns N'Roses axeman reveals some new updates on his upcoming music projects to his fans via his official MySpace page, revealing the latest info about his upcoming new album and also his upcoming shows. The guitarist stated that his new solo record is already at an advanced stage and look set to release it as soon as possible.
Exciting news arrives for Slash's fans as the guitarist revealed new details about his upcoming solo album revealing that it is already at mixing and mastering stage and set to be release sometime sometime in February or March next year. Moreover the former Guns N'Roses guitarist also revealed that at the moment there are already 18 songs for the new record but he still plans to add one more track soon.
Not only that Slash also revealed on his official MySpace page that the recent article on Wikipedia about the process of his new record is not all correct as there are mistakes on most of the song titles and that confirming that Jason Bonham didn't work with him on the album. "Btw, a friend of mine hipped me to a wikkipedia site that focuses on the development of this album, the details of which are actually pretty accurate, although almost all of the alleged song titles are incorrect. Also, Jason Bonham does not appear on this album. Other than that its pretty right on," Slash wrote.
Beside talking about his new album's progress, the renown guitarist also stated the updates regarding his upcoming show in Vegas by revealing the artists line-up that will be appearing with him at the event. Here is Slash's confirmation about the artists' roosters for the event: "the actual line-up for the Mirage gig Oct 2nd is: Tommy Clufetos on drums, Johnny Griparic on bass, Ted "Zig Zag" Andreadis on keys, John 5 on guitar, myself on guitar & Franky Perez, vocals. That, is basically the house band, my special guests that night are, more or less in this order: Rocco Deluca, Nicole Scherzinger, Courtney Love, Rick Nielson, Robin Zander & Joe Perry. Also, Matt Sorum is jamming a couple songs + there will be some other surprises. I also just got confirmation that the Joe Perry Project is playing as well."
Another news that the guitarist added on his MySpace blog is that he will be performing at a fund raiser event which will be held in LA on November 22. Slash wrote that the show will be staged at the Henry Fonda Theatre and it is dedicated to LA Youth Network (LAYN). More news about this upcoming event will be revealed by the guitar legend as soon as possible.
Exciting news arrives for Slash's fans as the guitarist revealed new details about his upcoming solo album revealing that it is already at mixing and mastering stage and set to be release sometime sometime in February or March next year. Moreover the former Guns N'Roses guitarist also revealed that at the moment there are already 18 songs for the new record but he still plans to add one more track soon.
Not only that Slash also revealed on his official MySpace page that the recent article on Wikipedia about the process of his new record is not all correct as there are mistakes on most of the song titles and that confirming that Jason Bonham didn't work with him on the album. "Btw, a friend of mine hipped me to a wikkipedia site that focuses on the development of this album, the details of which are actually pretty accurate, although almost all of the alleged song titles are incorrect. Also, Jason Bonham does not appear on this album. Other than that its pretty right on," Slash wrote.
Beside talking about his new album's progress, the renown guitarist also stated the updates regarding his upcoming show in Vegas by revealing the artists line-up that will be appearing with him at the event. Here is Slash's confirmation about the artists' roosters for the event: "the actual line-up for the Mirage gig Oct 2nd is: Tommy Clufetos on drums, Johnny Griparic on bass, Ted "Zig Zag" Andreadis on keys, John 5 on guitar, myself on guitar & Franky Perez, vocals. That, is basically the house band, my special guests that night are, more or less in this order: Rocco Deluca, Nicole Scherzinger, Courtney Love, Rick Nielson, Robin Zander & Joe Perry. Also, Matt Sorum is jamming a couple songs + there will be some other surprises. I also just got confirmation that the Joe Perry Project is playing as well."
Another news that the guitarist added on his MySpace blog is that he will be performing at a fund raiser event which will be held in LA on November 22. Slash wrote that the show will be staged at the Henry Fonda Theatre and it is dedicated to LA Youth Network (LAYN). More news about this upcoming event will be revealed by the guitar legend as soon as possible.
writer Dewa Nugraha
The guitar virtuoso revealed to his fans that he will be taking the stage again later this year, as he will be performing with some great musicians on a project called the U-Z project. Beside revealing about his upcoming performance with the band, Greg also shares his latest guitar lesson published on Premier Guitar magazine and website.
After finishing his latest tour with a project band the Ultimate Zero Project, Greg Howe revealed that he will be doing a similar work by joining another project group named the U-Z Project. The guitar virtuoso announced the news via his official MySpace blog and also his official site that he will be performing with the band from November 4-5.
Just like his previous project, on the new band Greg will also be accompanied with great musicians such as Eddie Jobson, John Wetton, Tony Levin, and Marco Minnemann. The combination is truly a world class project as all of those names are masters at what they do so for fans who will get the chance to see them live, you better don't miss it.
Beside revealing about his upcoming tour plan, Greg also shares another news to his devotees which is his latest column on Premier Guitar. On his new column, the guitar master gives his insight about a hammer on techniques which he calls as Hammer-ons from Nowhere.
Personally it is another great knowledge that Greg shared with us guitar heads, the latest column once again showed how rich Greg is with guitar techniques. The Hammer-ons from Nowhere tech is a hammer-on techniques that allows you to hammer-on any string you choose and produce results in which a hammered note ends up being lower in pitch than the one preceding it.
After finishing his latest tour with a project band the Ultimate Zero Project, Greg Howe revealed that he will be doing a similar work by joining another project group named the U-Z Project. The guitar virtuoso announced the news via his official MySpace blog and also his official site that he will be performing with the band from November 4-5.
Just like his previous project, on the new band Greg will also be accompanied with great musicians such as Eddie Jobson, John Wetton, Tony Levin, and Marco Minnemann. The combination is truly a world class project as all of those names are masters at what they do so for fans who will get the chance to see them live, you better don't miss it.
Beside revealing about his upcoming tour plan, Greg also shares another news to his devotees which is his latest column on Premier Guitar. On his new column, the guitar master gives his insight about a hammer on techniques which he calls as Hammer-ons from Nowhere.
Personally it is another great knowledge that Greg shared with us guitar heads, the latest column once again showed how rich Greg is with guitar techniques. The Hammer-ons from Nowhere tech is a hammer-on techniques that allows you to hammer-on any string you choose and produce results in which a hammered note ends up being lower in pitch than the one preceding it.
Greg Howe's Tour Schedule with U-Z Project :
November 3rd Krakow, Poland Studio Club
November 4th Warsaw, Poland Palladium Club
November 5th Bydgoszcz, Poland Philharmonic Hall
written by Dewa Nugraha
Many people dreams about having a lovely and romantic time, personally there are things that I believe can help brought that precious moment to us, those things are music, arts and a comfortable living area to live in. Just having one of them would already helps you a lot in building a romantic vibe, but if you have the chance to combine more than one ideas that I mentioned above, the chance of reliving that lovely moments is surely bigger. As for me, to create that romantic time with my love ones I would love to spend it by listening or playing music in front of a warm outdoor fireplace, it would definitely create a wonderful atmosphere and feeling that I always dream of having.
The reason I chooses music as one of the main instrument to create a romantic feel is because of my love of music and also that music itself is an expression of our deepest feeling. As we know love is a feeling that comes from the heart, so I truly believe that the connection between music and love is very-very strong. However, just having lovely tunes still doesn't quite makes it for me, so to perfectly creates the romantic atmosphere needed, I would try to make a comfortable space in my living area with the addition of a lovely outdoor fireplace to make the evening warm.
By choosing an outdoor fireplace as my living area accessories, I certainly would prefer to have a musically romantic time outdoor as it is kind of an uncommon thing to do as people usually prefers to have a romantic time indoor rather than outdoor. However, I always liked fresh air better than anything and so I'd definitely pick an outdoor place to do the thing that i loved most with my loved ones. As for the reason I wanted an Outdoor fireplace to accompany my leisure outdoor activity is because it is simple but can completes your special evening.
The thing that interest me the most from having an outdoor fireplace as my main tool is simply because these days fireplaces, especially the outdoor types have very varied styles and shapes that will easily fit at any outdoor area. Moreover, an outdoor fireplace can really give quite a lot of pleasure than if you compare to fire pits, the reason for that is because fireplace have more visible look that makes it enjoyable to look from any angles and not only that outdoor fireplaces usually are equipped with chimney and spark arrestor that makes people much more comfortable being around it.
In the end as I already mentioned above, there are many way to create a romantic evening with your love ones, and enjoying music in an outdoor area accompanied with a lovely fireplace would be something that you would try. Personally the fact that I love music, makes me without any hesitation to pick that option as my girl also loves to write poem so we would definitely enjoy that warm and comfortable evening in an artistic way. She would make poetry, and I would make a song out of her poems, well that would be my perfect romantic moment.
The reason I chooses music as one of the main instrument to create a romantic feel is because of my love of music and also that music itself is an expression of our deepest feeling. As we know love is a feeling that comes from the heart, so I truly believe that the connection between music and love is very-very strong. However, just having lovely tunes still doesn't quite makes it for me, so to perfectly creates the romantic atmosphere needed, I would try to make a comfortable space in my living area with the addition of a lovely outdoor fireplace to make the evening warm.
By choosing an outdoor fireplace as my living area accessories, I certainly would prefer to have a musically romantic time outdoor as it is kind of an uncommon thing to do as people usually prefers to have a romantic time indoor rather than outdoor. However, I always liked fresh air better than anything and so I'd definitely pick an outdoor place to do the thing that i loved most with my loved ones. As for the reason I wanted an Outdoor fireplace to accompany my leisure outdoor activity is because it is simple but can completes your special evening.
The thing that interest me the most from having an outdoor fireplace as my main tool is simply because these days fireplaces, especially the outdoor types have very varied styles and shapes that will easily fit at any outdoor area. Moreover, an outdoor fireplace can really give quite a lot of pleasure than if you compare to fire pits, the reason for that is because fireplace have more visible look that makes it enjoyable to look from any angles and not only that outdoor fireplaces usually are equipped with chimney and spark arrestor that makes people much more comfortable being around it.
In the end as I already mentioned above, there are many way to create a romantic evening with your love ones, and enjoying music in an outdoor area accompanied with a lovely fireplace would be something that you would try. Personally the fact that I love music, makes me without any hesitation to pick that option as my girl also loves to write poem so we would definitely enjoy that warm and comfortable evening in an artistic way. She would make poetry, and I would make a song out of her poems, well that would be my perfect romantic moment.
written by Dewa Nugraha
Exciting news comes from guitar heads in U.K. as the latest news stated that guitar hero, Carl Verheyen is scheduled to do a master class at ICMP (Institute of Contemporary Music Performance). The Supertramp, guitarist is set to give lots of amazing and interesting knowledge for young musicians out there especially those who residents in London or somewhere near the U.K.'s capital.
An exciting news arrives for guitar heads in U.K. especially those who lives near London as Institute of Contemporary Music Performance) is set to invite guitar master Carl Verheyen to do a master class at the institute. The news was confirmed by the Institute's official newsletter which stated that Carl will be staging his class on October 27.
Moreover, the official press release from the ICMP also stated that all the students from the institute who attends the upcoming event, will be given a special opportunity to perform with Carl at an educational masterclass. However, there are no official statement confirming whether the event is available for attendants outside of the Institute, for more info about it just contact ICMP at:
020 7328 0222
enquiries@icmp.co.uk
www.icmp.co.uk
Giving more details about Carl, beside being known as Supertramp's lead guitarist, he is also being heralded as one of the top guitarist in the world, as his qualities has been acknowledge by Guitar Magazine and also received and award from LA Music Award as "Best Guitarist". Currently the guitarist is also being busy with his session work as he works in many music projects with many music superstar, such as Cristina Aguilera, Dolly Parton, Bee Gees and Cher.
An exciting news arrives for guitar heads in U.K. especially those who lives near London as Institute of Contemporary Music Performance) is set to invite guitar master Carl Verheyen to do a master class at the institute. The news was confirmed by the Institute's official newsletter which stated that Carl will be staging his class on October 27.
Moreover, the official press release from the ICMP also stated that all the students from the institute who attends the upcoming event, will be given a special opportunity to perform with Carl at an educational masterclass. However, there are no official statement confirming whether the event is available for attendants outside of the Institute, for more info about it just contact ICMP at:
020 7328 0222
enquiries@icmp.co.uk
www.icmp.co.uk
Giving more details about Carl, beside being known as Supertramp's lead guitarist, he is also being heralded as one of the top guitarist in the world, as his qualities has been acknowledge by Guitar Magazine and also received and award from LA Music Award as "Best Guitarist". Currently the guitarist is also being busy with his session work as he works in many music projects with many music superstar, such as Cristina Aguilera, Dolly Parton, Bee Gees and Cher.
written by Dewa Nugraha
After confirming that he will be releasing his band's new album this year, the Swedish guitar maestro finally confirmed the official date for the upcoming record's release. According to the guitarist's official site at the moment there are already two dates for two European countries which is for Swedish and U.K. release.
Following the news about Mattias Ia Eklundh's band Freak Kitchen's new album, the Swedish guitar hero has just posted a new update regarding the album's official release date. Revealing the news on his official MySpace page, Mattias confirmed the dates for Freak Kithen's "Land of The Freak" release date in U.K. and Sweden.
Writing on his MySpace, the Swedish guitar master stated that for his hometown market, Freak Kitchen's new CD will be dropped on October 21 via Bonnier Amigo, Universal, Rockweiller ltd. Meanwhile as for the U.K. market, Mattias said that his band's new record will be hitting the stores on October 19 through Proper Music.
Beside preparing for Freak Kitchen's new record, Mattias also has other projects that he is set to dropped soon, such as a new tuition record and a solo album. Regarding his tuition record that will be titled "Freak Guitar - Grow Your Own Mousthace Vol 2 is also being set to be dropped this year, however no official date is being confirmed as just yet. As for his upcoming solo album, which will be titled Freak Guitar - "The Smorgasbord", the guitar hero stated that it will probably be dropped next year as at the moment he is still very busy with other projects.
Here is the official track listing for Freak Kitchen's "Land of The Freaks":
1. God Save the Spleen
2. Hip Hip Hoorah
3. Teargas Jazz
4. Sick? (Death by Hypochondria)
5. OK
6. Honey, You’re a Nazi
7. The Only Way
8. Murder Groupie
9. The Smell of Time
10. One Last Dance
11. Do Not Disturb
12. Clean it Up
Following the news about Mattias Ia Eklundh's band Freak Kitchen's new album, the Swedish guitar hero has just posted a new update regarding the album's official release date. Revealing the news on his official MySpace page, Mattias confirmed the dates for Freak Kithen's "Land of The Freak" release date in U.K. and Sweden.
Writing on his MySpace, the Swedish guitar master stated that for his hometown market, Freak Kitchen's new CD will be dropped on October 21 via Bonnier Amigo, Universal, Rockweiller ltd. Meanwhile as for the U.K. market, Mattias said that his band's new record will be hitting the stores on October 19 through Proper Music.
Beside preparing for Freak Kitchen's new record, Mattias also has other projects that he is set to dropped soon, such as a new tuition record and a solo album. Regarding his tuition record that will be titled "Freak Guitar - Grow Your Own Mousthace Vol 2 is also being set to be dropped this year, however no official date is being confirmed as just yet. As for his upcoming solo album, which will be titled Freak Guitar - "The Smorgasbord", the guitar hero stated that it will probably be dropped next year as at the moment he is still very busy with other projects.
Here is the official track listing for Freak Kitchen's "Land of The Freaks":
1. God Save the Spleen
2. Hip Hip Hoorah
3. Teargas Jazz
4. Sick? (Death by Hypochondria)
5. OK
6. Honey, You’re a Nazi
7. The Only Way
8. Murder Groupie
9. The Smell of Time
10. One Last Dance
11. Do Not Disturb
12. Clean it Up
written by Dewa Nugraha
Some people believes that music is the thing that spark and light up their life, kind of like the fire that bright up the cold and dark. Resembling the music as fire, I would think that music instruments can be seen as the torch which is the place to light up that fire, and in terms of the instruments it is the place to keep and voice out the music. Speaking about music, fire and torch the three actually makes an exciting combination as having garden torches around your living area may transform it into a place that brings inspirational moments to make music.
The fact that torches gives something exotic and unique to our living area, especially when you can put them in a perfect place that fits well with the surroundings, it surely will make a room that gives many inspiration. Not only that, having either garden torches or patio torches at your living area would makes it more artistic, beautiful and creates that romantic atmosphere that will make you closer with your loved ones.
Moreover, with the various types of torches available, you can actually pick the ones that are suitable for your personal taste. If you're so much into romantic stuff, picking a Hanging Torch would be the best option as its style really gives you that romantic vibe all around; however, if you are after a more relaxing and adventure kind of look than a Standing Torch might just be the one for you; beside the two choices another type of torch that is also available is the Table Top Torches which could be an alternative pick for you.
For your information, the combination of torches, fire and music is actually a common thing that we can already see especially in music videos. Many videos that I've seen in the past have either patio torches or garden torches as its background, I can't really remember all the videos that uses fire and torches but if I'm not wrong Michael W Smith and Rick Price have used them in one of their clips. This really just added more proves of how fire, torches and music are somehow strangely connected. For me having patio torches or garden torches would definitely create that unique atmosphere that can spark my mood in playing and making music or just simply listening to it while relaxing with my loved ones.
written by Dewa Nugraha
The fact that torches gives something exotic and unique to our living area, especially when you can put them in a perfect place that fits well with the surroundings, it surely will make a room that gives many inspiration. Not only that, having either garden torches or patio torches at your living area would makes it more artistic, beautiful and creates that romantic atmosphere that will make you closer with your loved ones.
Moreover, with the various types of torches available, you can actually pick the ones that are suitable for your personal taste. If you're so much into romantic stuff, picking a Hanging Torch would be the best option as its style really gives you that romantic vibe all around; however, if you are after a more relaxing and adventure kind of look than a Standing Torch might just be the one for you; beside the two choices another type of torch that is also available is the Table Top Torches which could be an alternative pick for you.
For your information, the combination of torches, fire and music is actually a common thing that we can already see especially in music videos. Many videos that I've seen in the past have either patio torches or garden torches as its background, I can't really remember all the videos that uses fire and torches but if I'm not wrong Michael W Smith and Rick Price have used them in one of their clips. This really just added more proves of how fire, torches and music are somehow strangely connected. For me having patio torches or garden torches would definitely create that unique atmosphere that can spark my mood in playing and making music or just simply listening to it while relaxing with my loved ones.
written by Dewa Nugraha
The guitar legend shares his personal feeling after being awarded at the latest Guitar Player Live event that was held on September 11. Jason was overwhelmed with the acknowledgment he receives and also gives a beautiful words that was read on stage by his dead at the event.
Following previous news about Jason Becker's involvement at the latest Guitar Player Live event, where he was being awarded the "Jason Becker Award" for the legendary guitarist amazing contribution and dedication to the would of guitar playing. The award itself was given on September 11, and along with the handing of the award there was also performances from Jason's friends and fellow guitar master such as Michael Lee Firkins, Richie Kotzen and Chris Duarte.
Through his official MySpace blog page, Jason shouted his happiness of being awarded by the renown magazine and also praised the performances of his fellow guitar players comrades. "I had such a blast on September 11th. It was the first night of Guitar Player Live! in Livermore, CA. The show was so great. Michael Lee Firkins was awesome! Then my pops, Serrana and I went on stage to receive the first Guitar Player Jason Becker award for Creativity, Courage and Inspiration. Mike Molenda said some sweet and embarrassing stuff about me. Ha ha. Mike Varney read a letter from Marty Friedman. My dad read something I had written. Chris Duarte played a fantastic SRV set! Then Richie Kotzen was amazing and soulful! It was so much fun hanging with everyone back stage," Jason wrote.
The award given to the ex-Cacophony guitarist was surely something that he really and truly deserved, despite of his miss fortune with the ALS syndrome, Jason has really proved his amazing dedication to music and guitar. Until this date the guitar legend still makes music with the help of a special program and also the assistant of his friends such as Michael lee, Greg Howe and many more.
Beside the award Jason received at the event one of the highlight an interesting thing at the Guitar Player Live that day is the words that the guitar virtuoso wrote that was being read by his dad. The words were the true feeling that he has been keeping inside for years and it is touching to hear as well.
Here is the words from Jason quoted from his official MySpace page:
20 years ago I thought I knew my purpose in life.
I could hold it in my hands.
It had six strings and a body made from a tree.
It was alive like a storm.
It flooded all my pleasure and pain down a river of music.
It was my friend and my very Soul.
It was my Guitar.
Then one day
it began to leave me.
It got heavier and slower
until I could not even pick it up anymore
and the music died.
Until I realized
the music was not just in my guitar.
It was in my heart.
I just needed a way to let it out again.
Fortunately I had great friends
who helped me learn new ways.
Following previous news about Jason Becker's involvement at the latest Guitar Player Live event, where he was being awarded the "Jason Becker Award" for the legendary guitarist amazing contribution and dedication to the would of guitar playing. The award itself was given on September 11, and along with the handing of the award there was also performances from Jason's friends and fellow guitar master such as Michael Lee Firkins, Richie Kotzen and Chris Duarte.
Through his official MySpace blog page, Jason shouted his happiness of being awarded by the renown magazine and also praised the performances of his fellow guitar players comrades. "I had such a blast on September 11th. It was the first night of Guitar Player Live! in Livermore, CA. The show was so great. Michael Lee Firkins was awesome! Then my pops, Serrana and I went on stage to receive the first Guitar Player Jason Becker award for Creativity, Courage and Inspiration. Mike Molenda said some sweet and embarrassing stuff about me. Ha ha. Mike Varney read a letter from Marty Friedman. My dad read something I had written. Chris Duarte played a fantastic SRV set! Then Richie Kotzen was amazing and soulful! It was so much fun hanging with everyone back stage," Jason wrote.
The award given to the ex-Cacophony guitarist was surely something that he really and truly deserved, despite of his miss fortune with the ALS syndrome, Jason has really proved his amazing dedication to music and guitar. Until this date the guitar legend still makes music with the help of a special program and also the assistant of his friends such as Michael lee, Greg Howe and many more.
Beside the award Jason received at the event one of the highlight an interesting thing at the Guitar Player Live that day is the words that the guitar virtuoso wrote that was being read by his dad. The words were the true feeling that he has been keeping inside for years and it is touching to hear as well.
Here is the words from Jason quoted from his official MySpace page:
20 years ago I thought I knew my purpose in life.
I could hold it in my hands.
It had six strings and a body made from a tree.
It was alive like a storm.
It flooded all my pleasure and pain down a river of music.
It was my friend and my very Soul.
It was my Guitar.
Then one day
it began to leave me.
It got heavier and slower
until I could not even pick it up anymore
and the music died.
Until I realized
the music was not just in my guitar.
It was in my heart.
I just needed a way to let it out again.
Fortunately I had great friends
who helped me learn new ways.
More about this just check out Jason' MySpace page guys!!
written by Dewa Nugraha
The guitar legend's fans will have to wait a little bit longer if they want to purchase the guitarist new DVD Blu Ray version as it official release date has been pushed back. According to the guitarist's official site, the DVD version is being set to be dropped in October.
Bad news arrives from guitar legend, Steve Vai as the guitarist revealed on his official site that the Blu Ray version of his New DVD titled "Live in Minneapolis- Where The Wild Things Are" will be delayed. Announcing the news, the guitarist's site read "Due to production delays, the release date of the Blu-ray version of Live In Minneapolis: Where The Wild Things Are has been moved back to October 27th."
Because of the delay, Steve through his site also apologize to his fans and also promise that he will be giving the pre-sale option for the DVD as soon as possible. This news would be a little bit disappointing for fans as the new album is actually being set as film Live DVD that will give lots of joy to be watched rather than listened only through the CD version.
Before being re-scheduled to October 27, Steve's new DVD is being set to be dropped at the same time as the CD version which is on September 29. However, to give fans a chance to look the quality of what they will buy, the guitar legend did some special screenings of his new DVD at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood on September 15, and in Portland, OR on September 17.
Beside busy with the preparation for his new album's release, Steve at the moment are also doing a charity work which benefits will go to Hollywood Arts. For the auction the ex-White Snake guitarist will be giving out the exact copy of his official music rig, the complete details about his auction and other stuffs can be viewed on his official site.
Bad news arrives from guitar legend, Steve Vai as the guitarist revealed on his official site that the Blu Ray version of his New DVD titled "Live in Minneapolis- Where The Wild Things Are" will be delayed. Announcing the news, the guitarist's site read "Due to production delays, the release date of the Blu-ray version of Live In Minneapolis: Where The Wild Things Are has been moved back to October 27th."
Because of the delay, Steve through his site also apologize to his fans and also promise that he will be giving the pre-sale option for the DVD as soon as possible. This news would be a little bit disappointing for fans as the new album is actually being set as film Live DVD that will give lots of joy to be watched rather than listened only through the CD version.
Before being re-scheduled to October 27, Steve's new DVD is being set to be dropped at the same time as the CD version which is on September 29. However, to give fans a chance to look the quality of what they will buy, the guitar legend did some special screenings of his new DVD at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood on September 15, and in Portland, OR on September 17.
Beside busy with the preparation for his new album's release, Steve at the moment are also doing a charity work which benefits will go to Hollywood Arts. For the auction the ex-White Snake guitarist will be giving out the exact copy of his official music rig, the complete details about his auction and other stuffs can be viewed on his official site.
written by Dewa Nugraha
Summer is arriving already and one of the coolest ways to spent this cool and warm season is by having cool outdoor activities. As I previously stated about my preference of an outdoor activities is always doing things that have musical themes as I am a music lover and musician. Just as my previous blog about outdoor activities, my perfect dream about it is having a garden party with friends and acoustic music for its entertainment. As always to have a great vibe for an outdoor activities, it would be nice to add some outdoor fire pits or patio furniture at your backyard. However if you want to look for fire pits or patio that would suit your personality, you could try to look at the stuffs from California Outdoor Concepts which have been known as the leading company in outdoor furniture designs.
With its pedigree as a well known company that has the commitment to give the best outdoor lifestyle , California Outdoor Concepts will surely bring something extra that you might need and desire to spark your outdoor living. The company definitely have a rich amount of choices for fire pits that are suitable at any occasion and outdoor environment, whether it will be my kind of backyard party or a day out at the beach, California Outdoor Concepts provides all kinds of designs that suits the place and your choice of outdoor environment. Not only that, fire pits from the company are also being made from quality material that would take down all of your worries about their products.
Some of the products from California Outdoor Concepts that I personally find interesting are the Del Mar Series Dining Height Fire Pit which is a cool fire pit that features a cast resin base with four colors as an option, aside from that the fire pit also includes a propane tank cover and not only that, the pit can also be customized with a grill or cooler to suit your style. Another cool product from the company is the Palm Series Bar Height Fire Pit, which features a tropical palm tree motif with the choice of gas logs or tumbled fire gas for you, and don't worry both of them are adaptable to natural gas and propane tanks.
The varies of designs given by California Outdoor Concepts, surely gives more us more options of picking the right fire pits that will suit any of our outdoor activities. As for me, the fun of having fire pits at a relaxing gathering is something that can effect the moment and also helps create the moods to play the kinds of music that I want to play. Moreover, the vibe created by being with our loved ones, friends with the accompany of great outdoor atmosphere that comes from our living area and its furniture can sometimes bring an inspiration for me to make new music.
written by Dewa Nugraha
With its pedigree as a well known company that has the commitment to give the best outdoor lifestyle , California Outdoor Concepts will surely bring something extra that you might need and desire to spark your outdoor living. The company definitely have a rich amount of choices for fire pits that are suitable at any occasion and outdoor environment, whether it will be my kind of backyard party or a day out at the beach, California Outdoor Concepts provides all kinds of designs that suits the place and your choice of outdoor environment. Not only that, fire pits from the company are also being made from quality material that would take down all of your worries about their products.
Some of the products from California Outdoor Concepts that I personally find interesting are the Del Mar Series Dining Height Fire Pit which is a cool fire pit that features a cast resin base with four colors as an option, aside from that the fire pit also includes a propane tank cover and not only that, the pit can also be customized with a grill or cooler to suit your style. Another cool product from the company is the Palm Series Bar Height Fire Pit, which features a tropical palm tree motif with the choice of gas logs or tumbled fire gas for you, and don't worry both of them are adaptable to natural gas and propane tanks.
The varies of designs given by California Outdoor Concepts, surely gives more us more options of picking the right fire pits that will suit any of our outdoor activities. As for me, the fun of having fire pits at a relaxing gathering is something that can effect the moment and also helps create the moods to play the kinds of music that I want to play. Moreover, the vibe created by being with our loved ones, friends with the accompany of great outdoor atmosphere that comes from our living area and its furniture can sometimes bring an inspiration for me to make new music.
written by Dewa Nugraha
Still busy with tours and promoting their latest album "Black Clouds and Silver Linings" the progressive rock act have already give another surprise for their fans with the release of a new EP. The New EP, is titled "Wither" and already being made available for a released digitally
Progressive Metal act, Dream Theater never seems to stop in giving pleasant surprise to their fans as after recently releasing their latest album "Black Clouds and Silver Linings", they have just dropped a new EP. The new EP is titled "Wither (Digital EP)" and has been dropped via iTunes on September 15 and fans can also check them out through the band's label, Roadrunner Record's official site.
The new EP's track listing itself is definitely special as not only it has the full version of title track "Wither" it also have other special features as "Wither's piano version", "Wither's John Petrucci vocal demo" and also The Best of Times with Mike Portnoy's vocal demo. So if you want to see the other side of John and Mike, you should try and grab the album and it won't be difficult to find as it is being released digitally.
In other news, beside releasing the new EP, the band itself is currently busy preparing for their upcoming European Tour that will kick off on September 23 at Ice Hall, Helsinki, Finland and set to end on October 31 at Slovenia Ljubljana Tivoli in Slovenia. Moreover, after the Euopean leg, the rockers won't be resting as just yet as they will follow it with a tour in Australia, that will start from December 1 to December 12. Complete date and venues for their upcoming tour can be viewed at the band's official MySpace page or their official website
written by Dewa Nugraha
Fans who will be coming to Steve Vai's New DVD premier on September 15 are set to be given a special treat, especially for those who will also attend the auction session. Confirming the news via his official newsletter, Steve already confirm the items that he will be auctioning at the event, which will be his music rig.
New update regarding Steve Vai's Official DVD premiere, which is set to be held today on September 15, after confirming the schedules and stuffs now Steve has also revealed the things that he will be auctioning at the premiere. Stating the news via his official newsletter and website, Steve announced that he will be giving out the exact replica of his concert rig to the bidder.
The news is surely an exiting thing for many Steve's fans as they will have the chance to get their own exclusive copy of the guitar maestro's music equipments that he often uses on tours.
Here are the complete list of stuffs from Steve that fans can bid:
(1) Original Steve Vai owned Jem ("Bad Horsie I"I guitar used on the Fire Garden tour)
(2) Carvin Legacy II heads
(2) 4x12 Carvin Legacy cabinets*
(1) Bad Horsie Wha Wha pedal*
(1) Little Alligator Volume pedal*
(1) Ibanez Jemini distortion pedal
(1) Digitech Whammy pedal*
(1) Original SV TC –G force*
All rig components are wired with premium DiMarzio cables.
Moreover, regarding the time limit for the auction Steve's web stated that it will end on September 21 at 3:45 PM PDT.
However, the special surprise for fans who joins the bid will not be all as Steve also prepares other great offers for the highest bidder at the auction. The guitar virtuoso stated that he will also write and dedicate a special song for the top bidder, which will be sold on iTunes where all the benefits goes to the Hollywood Arts. Another bonus that the highest bidder bound to get are a very special thank you in the next Vai record; a commemorative DVD plaque, a 1-hour private lesson with Steve (Steve will come to the winner's house if they are located in Los Angeles); and the winner will be invited to an EVO experience (including concert tickets) in the town of their chose on the next tour. Now who would want to miss out on such an opportunity, so if you would like to have a closer look on the ex-White Snake guitarist's musicality just sign on to the bidding contest now.
More complete news about the bidding and Steve Vai can be viewed at his official site
You can also order Steve Vai's upcoming New Live DVD titled "Live In Minneapolis - Where The WIld Things Are" here:
New update regarding Steve Vai's Official DVD premiere, which is set to be held today on September 15, after confirming the schedules and stuffs now Steve has also revealed the things that he will be auctioning at the premiere. Stating the news via his official newsletter and website, Steve announced that he will be giving out the exact replica of his concert rig to the bidder.
The news is surely an exiting thing for many Steve's fans as they will have the chance to get their own exclusive copy of the guitar maestro's music equipments that he often uses on tours.
Here are the complete list of stuffs from Steve that fans can bid:
(1) Original Steve Vai owned Jem ("Bad Horsie I"I guitar used on the Fire Garden tour)
(2) Carvin Legacy II heads
(2) 4x12 Carvin Legacy cabinets*
(1) Bad Horsie Wha Wha pedal*
(1) Little Alligator Volume pedal*
(1) Ibanez Jemini distortion pedal
(1) Digitech Whammy pedal*
(1) Original SV TC –G force*
All rig components are wired with premium DiMarzio cables.
Moreover, regarding the time limit for the auction Steve's web stated that it will end on September 21 at 3:45 PM PDT.
However, the special surprise for fans who joins the bid will not be all as Steve also prepares other great offers for the highest bidder at the auction. The guitar virtuoso stated that he will also write and dedicate a special song for the top bidder, which will be sold on iTunes where all the benefits goes to the Hollywood Arts. Another bonus that the highest bidder bound to get are a very special thank you in the next Vai record; a commemorative DVD plaque, a 1-hour private lesson with Steve (Steve will come to the winner's house if they are located in Los Angeles); and the winner will be invited to an EVO experience (including concert tickets) in the town of their chose on the next tour. Now who would want to miss out on such an opportunity, so if you would like to have a closer look on the ex-White Snake guitarist's musicality just sign on to the bidding contest now.
More complete news about the bidding and Steve Vai can be viewed at his official site
You can also order Steve Vai's upcoming New Live DVD titled "Live In Minneapolis - Where The WIld Things Are" here:
Here is a sneak preview for the new DVD, that can also be viewed via Steve Vai's official YouTube:
written by Dewa Nugraha
Fans or followers are an interesting subject to talk about as they always give an interesting aspect to whatever that they loved and followed. I was actually thinking that music was the means that makes people are attracted to follow, as we can see many band and musicians always have a huge fan base . However I found out something interesting on the net which is the fact that now even a charcoal cooker has a cult followers similar to those bands' die hard groupies. The charcoal cooker that I was referring too is the famous Big Green Egg Grills which had followers named “Eggheads”, and somehow reminds me of Grateful Dead's die hard fans the “Deadheads”.
Though this subject may not left a huge interest in some people's mind but to me it's just an interesting phenomena to look on and just discovering how actually a charcoal cooker can somehow be “compared” to a legendary band, well at least in one aspect which is having a die hard followers. Both Eggheads and Deadheads do give an important and significant role on either the Big Green Egg and Grateful Dead's development especially in the marketing context. With many cult followers, not only they will bought products but the devotees does things or event to help promote those they support.
For the Deadheads, as they are supporting a great band like the Grateful Dead, the fans' support to the band is not different to those other band groupies. Some of the Deadheads members would not only buy the legendary band's record and watch a one of concert but also joins and followed the rockers on tour for years, not to mention making their own name notice by people especially those in the music Industry. Another interesting fact about the deadheads is that they are being known as a “polite” fans as they barely cause riot or problems for security officers at any Grateful Dead's shows.
Meanwhile, as for the Eggheads who are groups that consists of amateur chefs that loved and uses the Big Green Egg's products, they do similar stuffs to show their affection to the grill just as much as the deadheads does for their beloved band. Although off course the Egghead won't be found at a music concert but they also do a similar mass event, which is conducting a special gathering called the Eggtoberfest which being held annually every October. At the festival, the Eggheads will gather and try out every recipes that can be made with the famous ceramic charcoal cooker, with the ability of the Big Green Egg that can be used as a smoker barbecue, a barbecue grill and even as an oven, theres surely lots of foods that can be made with the Egg shaped cooker. Moreover, with the growing popularity of the Grill among the people, these days there are many festivals aside from the Eggtoberfest that are being held throughout the U.S. And the world, and the event is being called “Egg Fest”.
In the end what I can conclude from this unique findings that music isn't the only thing that can attract people to gather and show love and affection to the musicians, but many things also as long it have the quality and good marketing promo can also attract cult followers. Not only that, from the phenomena of Deadheads and Eggheads, I also believes that fans have a great in promoting or making the thing that they support more popular as they would and could affect others in following their footsteps in loving the thing that they support. As for me, well I kind of love both, music and food is something fun to combine, just imagine yourself having a barbecue party at your back yard while playing or listening to Grateful Dead's music and having a Big Green Egg grill to cook your food, that would be one cool party indeed.
Though this subject may not left a huge interest in some people's mind but to me it's just an interesting phenomena to look on and just discovering how actually a charcoal cooker can somehow be “compared” to a legendary band, well at least in one aspect which is having a die hard followers. Both Eggheads and Deadheads do give an important and significant role on either the Big Green Egg and Grateful Dead's development especially in the marketing context. With many cult followers, not only they will bought products but the devotees does things or event to help promote those they support.
For the Deadheads, as they are supporting a great band like the Grateful Dead, the fans' support to the band is not different to those other band groupies. Some of the Deadheads members would not only buy the legendary band's record and watch a one of concert but also joins and followed the rockers on tour for years, not to mention making their own name notice by people especially those in the music Industry. Another interesting fact about the deadheads is that they are being known as a “polite” fans as they barely cause riot or problems for security officers at any Grateful Dead's shows.
Meanwhile, as for the Eggheads who are groups that consists of amateur chefs that loved and uses the Big Green Egg's products, they do similar stuffs to show their affection to the grill just as much as the deadheads does for their beloved band. Although off course the Egghead won't be found at a music concert but they also do a similar mass event, which is conducting a special gathering called the Eggtoberfest which being held annually every October. At the festival, the Eggheads will gather and try out every recipes that can be made with the famous ceramic charcoal cooker, with the ability of the Big Green Egg that can be used as a smoker barbecue, a barbecue grill and even as an oven, theres surely lots of foods that can be made with the Egg shaped cooker. Moreover, with the growing popularity of the Grill among the people, these days there are many festivals aside from the Eggtoberfest that are being held throughout the U.S. And the world, and the event is being called “Egg Fest”.
In the end what I can conclude from this unique findings that music isn't the only thing that can attract people to gather and show love and affection to the musicians, but many things also as long it have the quality and good marketing promo can also attract cult followers. Not only that, from the phenomena of Deadheads and Eggheads, I also believes that fans have a great in promoting or making the thing that they support more popular as they would and could affect others in following their footsteps in loving the thing that they support. As for me, well I kind of love both, music and food is something fun to combine, just imagine yourself having a barbecue party at your back yard while playing or listening to Grateful Dead's music and having a Big Green Egg grill to cook your food, that would be one cool party indeed.
written by Dewa Nugraha
Having not heard about him for sometime, guitar virtuoso Neil Zaza is set to catch up to his fans one more time as he will do a concert with his band in December. According to his official newsletter, Neil and One Silent Night will be hitting the stage in Cleveland for a Holiday concert there.
Guitar virtuoso, Neil Zaza is set to give a special performance for his fans on the Holiday season this year as he will be performing at a Holiday concert to be staged at The Palace Theater in Cleveland, Ohio. At the concert Neil will be performing with his band One Silent Night and just as the news letter stated, they will be performing great holiday songs, classical repertoire, rock classic tracks combines with great orchestra which will definitely gives a great musical performances.
The tickets for the show itself has already been made available for purchase at OSN's official site, not only that fans who really wants to see the concert should purchase tickets ASAP as it is selling very quick. Moreover, if you decided to see the show in group or at least having 10 people to with, than you can have a special pricing plus for the groups that orders tickets before September 30, will also receive a special gift from OSN.
Here is the complete bonus and ticket prices for the upcoming show:
Party Like a Rock Star:
•Includes limo ride for up to 10 (pickup/dropoff from one location)
•One Silent Night t shirts
•Walk the red carpet upon exiting your limo
•Rock Star seating up front in first 3 rows!
•Picture with the band post concert on stage
•Post party with the band (cash bar)
•Call for pricing
Rock Star Seating for 10 or more (without limo): $70 per ticket
MVP Seating for 10 or more: $60 per ticket
VIP Seating for 10 or more: $35 per ticket
Mezzanine for 10 or more: $35 per ticket
Special Family Pricing:
written by Dewa Nugraha
Following my previous posting about wind chimes, I would like to add more interesting things about it especially its musicality. As I had explain in my earlier Blog entry, wind chimes have a strong musical vibes about it and making my statement more clearer, I just found out about this cool wind chimes that really provides musical delight for us. The new product I meant is chime from Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes, the stuff created by the manufacturer really impresses me as it really gives such an interesting musical vibe.
The thing that makes Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes have more musicality compare from other wind chimes are the details that they give to the products, tuning in the chimes in various types of musical scales are something that really interest me. The scales that you can discover by purchasing this unique product are the familiar Pentatonic, Chinese, Westminster, Quartal and Mongolian scales and also the more exotic Hawaiian, Japanese, Balinese, Whole Tone, Aquarian and Gypsy scales. Not only that, proving his worth as a musical chimes, this Texas hand made wind chimes had a very notable nick name which is the Stradivarius of Wind Chimes.
Surely there aren't many manufacturer that gives such an amazing details to music than Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes does. Being developed since 1989, the wind chimes from the company are known to have the finest quality and details in its making process. The products are made from tempered aluminum tubing that will guarantee the wind chimes rust free and also withstand the elements. Not only that, despite the highly detailed making process, the usage of the wind chimes are not too complicated, as to get the harmonies that you like all you have to do is just move or adjust the size of the windcatcher.
From what I can found there are two basic models of Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes, which are the Soprano 30 and the 14' Basso Soprando. Both models have their own unique styles that will allow you to pick which one that suits you more, as speaking of the musical quality both types of products are surely great stuffs. However, personally I am stunned by the Soprano 30 model as it has an extremely huge size of 14 feet long, this wind chime surely is something more than just your usual garden decoration tool and it would more likely becoming an artistic piece for your living area either outdoor or indoor.
Personally i believe this wind chimes would be very fun thing to have for musicians or arts lover as it have a unique style and great musical vibes. Moreover, this chimes could also be an interesting learning instrument for practicing musicians, with the precise tuning of a standard orchestral pitch young musicians will definitely have the chance to learn the unique musical scales coming from the wind chimes. Especially with the way the products is being manufactured, the company confirms that Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes will provide a superior sound, tonality and clarity which is also durable outdoor.
The thing that makes Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes have more musicality compare from other wind chimes are the details that they give to the products, tuning in the chimes in various types of musical scales are something that really interest me. The scales that you can discover by purchasing this unique product are the familiar Pentatonic, Chinese, Westminster, Quartal and Mongolian scales and also the more exotic Hawaiian, Japanese, Balinese, Whole Tone, Aquarian and Gypsy scales. Not only that, proving his worth as a musical chimes, this Texas hand made wind chimes had a very notable nick name which is the Stradivarius of Wind Chimes.
Surely there aren't many manufacturer that gives such an amazing details to music than Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes does. Being developed since 1989, the wind chimes from the company are known to have the finest quality and details in its making process. The products are made from tempered aluminum tubing that will guarantee the wind chimes rust free and also withstand the elements. Not only that, despite the highly detailed making process, the usage of the wind chimes are not too complicated, as to get the harmonies that you like all you have to do is just move or adjust the size of the windcatcher.
From what I can found there are two basic models of Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes, which are the Soprano 30 and the 14' Basso Soprando. Both models have their own unique styles that will allow you to pick which one that suits you more, as speaking of the musical quality both types of products are surely great stuffs. However, personally I am stunned by the Soprano 30 model as it has an extremely huge size of 14 feet long, this wind chime surely is something more than just your usual garden decoration tool and it would more likely becoming an artistic piece for your living area either outdoor or indoor.
Personally i believe this wind chimes would be very fun thing to have for musicians or arts lover as it have a unique style and great musical vibes. Moreover, this chimes could also be an interesting learning instrument for practicing musicians, with the precise tuning of a standard orchestral pitch young musicians will definitely have the chance to learn the unique musical scales coming from the wind chimes. Especially with the way the products is being manufactured, the company confirms that Music of the Spheres Wind Chimes will provide a superior sound, tonality and clarity which is also durable outdoor.
written by Dewa Nugraha
Another breaking news comes from guitar hero Richie Kotzen as he announced to his fans that his new album, Peace Sign will eventually got September 9 as its release date. However the date is only for a release in Japan, while for the album's release outside of the East Asia country, it looks like it will be dropped three months after that.
A good and exciting news arrives for Richie Kotzen's fans in Japan, as the guitarist announce on his official site that his new CD titled "Peace Signed" will be released in the country on September 9. Moreover it seems that the previous announcement on his official newsletter that the release will be done on September 29 has been changed to it's previous announcement as Richie also confirmed that the CD's release outside Japan will only be done 3 months after the Japan release.
Confirming the whole details about "Peace Sign"'s official release date, Richie's official site wrote, "The new CD 'Peace Sign' will be released in Japan on 9/9/09. For those who can not wait for the release outside Japan we will provide an import order link. All other territories will be able to purchase Peace Sign 3 months after the Japanese release either via itunes or here at this website." Backing up this news the CD Japan official site has also confirmed that the new record will be available for purchase on 2009/09/09, however should there be another schedule change I will let you know ASAP.
As a bit to promote this album, Richie has already dropped two new songs from "Peace Sign" on his official MySpace page, those tracks are "Paying Dues" and "Lie to Me". Not only that, the ex-Mr. Big and Poison guitarist has also premiered an official music video from his lead single "Paying Dues" on his official YouTube channel last month. The clip was made in a very simple concept as it only saw Richie playing the all the instruments from the track on his own at a studio.
Meanwhile, beside preparing for his new album's release date, Richie at the moment is also gearing up to do another long tour. The guitar virtuoso revealed that he will be heading to Europe and rock some venues in the continent starting from October - December, but before flying to Europe, Richie will do a performance on September 11 at Livermore, CA Bankhead Theater on an event conducted by Guitar Player magazine/website.
A good and exciting news arrives for Richie Kotzen's fans in Japan, as the guitarist announce on his official site that his new CD titled "Peace Signed" will be released in the country on September 9. Moreover it seems that the previous announcement on his official newsletter that the release will be done on September 29 has been changed to it's previous announcement as Richie also confirmed that the CD's release outside Japan will only be done 3 months after the Japan release.
Confirming the whole details about "Peace Sign"'s official release date, Richie's official site wrote, "The new CD 'Peace Sign' will be released in Japan on 9/9/09. For those who can not wait for the release outside Japan we will provide an import order link. All other territories will be able to purchase Peace Sign 3 months after the Japanese release either via itunes or here at this website." Backing up this news the CD Japan official site has also confirmed that the new record will be available for purchase on 2009/09/09, however should there be another schedule change I will let you know ASAP.
As a bit to promote this album, Richie has already dropped two new songs from "Peace Sign" on his official MySpace page, those tracks are "Paying Dues" and "Lie to Me". Not only that, the ex-Mr. Big and Poison guitarist has also premiered an official music video from his lead single "Paying Dues" on his official YouTube channel last month. The clip was made in a very simple concept as it only saw Richie playing the all the instruments from the track on his own at a studio.
Meanwhile, beside preparing for his new album's release date, Richie at the moment is also gearing up to do another long tour. The guitar virtuoso revealed that he will be heading to Europe and rock some venues in the continent starting from October - December, but before flying to Europe, Richie will do a performance on September 11 at Livermore, CA Bankhead Theater on an event conducted by Guitar Player magazine/website.
Peace Tracklist :
1. MY MESSIAH
2. PAYING DUES
3. BEST OF TIMES
4. LIE TO ME
5. PEACE SIGN
6. WE'RE ALL FAMOUS
7. YOU GOT ME
8. LONG WAY FROM HOME
9. CATCH UP TO ME
10. YOUR ENTERTAINER
11. LARGER THAN LIFE
12. HOLDING ON
13. I WANT YOU BACK
pre-order Richie's New CD here:
written by Dewa Nugraha
The renown magazine and website has just give something special for the legendary guitar virtuoso as an acknowledgment for his dedication to music and the guitar world. The award is named the Jason Becker Award and will be given to the guitar master himself at Guitar Player's upcoming event next week.
Finally a just and deserved appreciation for his contribution and dedication to the music world and the guitar realm is being given to guitar legend Jason Becker. The award named "The Jason Becker Award" is being given by Guitar Player and will be officially handed during the website/magazine's upcoming event on September 11.
Personally I believe this award is something that should have been done earlier, still is a big credit to Guitar Player for acknowledging Jason's amazing dedication in the world of guitar itself. The guitar legend has been such a great inspiration for many people especially young guitarists out there, despite his misfortune due to suffering from ALS syndrome, Jason kept on creating music with all means that he can come up with, simply because of his love and passion for music.
The first time I've ever heard about Jason, I was mesmerized with his amazing talent, but bitter at the same time knowing that I didn't manage to see him playing his guitar live again on stage. However, reading how he kept on fighting for what he believes on and keep on striving to create great music with his eyes, it is truly something that Inspired me a lot and kind of giving the statement that no matter how hard is the obstacles as long as you would try hard, you can do it. More complete story about the amazing guitarist can be check out at his official site or his official MySpace page
Meanwhile, regarding the Guitar Player's upcoming event dubbed the Guitar Player Live, the event actually is a special 3 days musical feast that start from September 11-13. Beside honoring an award to Jason, the show will be headlined by performance by guitar heroes such as Richie Kotzen, Jennifer Batten, Steve Lukather and many more. More info about all of the details of the upcoming event can be viewed at Guitar Player's official site
Finally a just and deserved appreciation for his contribution and dedication to the music world and the guitar realm is being given to guitar legend Jason Becker. The award named "The Jason Becker Award" is being given by Guitar Player and will be officially handed during the website/magazine's upcoming event on September 11.
Personally I believe this award is something that should have been done earlier, still is a big credit to Guitar Player for acknowledging Jason's amazing dedication in the world of guitar itself. The guitar legend has been such a great inspiration for many people especially young guitarists out there, despite his misfortune due to suffering from ALS syndrome, Jason kept on creating music with all means that he can come up with, simply because of his love and passion for music.
The first time I've ever heard about Jason, I was mesmerized with his amazing talent, but bitter at the same time knowing that I didn't manage to see him playing his guitar live again on stage. However, reading how he kept on fighting for what he believes on and keep on striving to create great music with his eyes, it is truly something that Inspired me a lot and kind of giving the statement that no matter how hard is the obstacles as long as you would try hard, you can do it. More complete story about the amazing guitarist can be check out at his official site or his official MySpace page
Meanwhile, regarding the Guitar Player's upcoming event dubbed the Guitar Player Live, the event actually is a special 3 days musical feast that start from September 11-13. Beside honoring an award to Jason, the show will be headlined by performance by guitar heroes such as Richie Kotzen, Jennifer Batten, Steve Lukather and many more. More info about all of the details of the upcoming event can be viewed at Guitar Player's official site
written by Dewa Nugraha
There are many ways to get an inspiration when playing music, for me getting a good and relaxing environment around is one of the best ways of getting inspired to make or playing music. That's why I always though that having a nice area at home as a relaxing spot is a necessary, especially for musicians or any creative people, as it would be the place where we can refresh our mind and find new ideas. My most ideal though about such a place is a lovely garden that has enough space and and with an extra accessories to make it more comforting such as a garden fountain.
The reason why I choose a garden fountain as the main tool to spark up my garden at home, is because the advantages that it can provide us. Having a fountain, gives more than just an artistic value to our garden but also some other things that you might never think of, such as the musical vibe it it brings and also the comfort it creates. Just try to imagine yourself relaxing at you garden, while listening to the sound of the trickling water from the fountain, that kind of situation would definitely get my mood and inspiration back on.
Moreover, as we also know the artistic value of having a garden fountain which will surely make your garden looks more delicious in the eye. Not only that, garden fountains are usually made with an unique style and various types, that will definitely made us easy to pick the one that would suit our garden theme and personality. Some of the fountains type that i know are the Solar Fountains, Sienna Fountain and the Monaco Fountain, all of those types offers different styles that you can choose based on your own personal liking.
However, among the three types that I have mentioned above, there is one that I would probably refer at this moment especially for those who are concern with the nature, that is the Solar Fountain. The Solar Fountain is an Eco-friendly garden fountain, that not only gives a spark of magic to your garden or any of your outdoor living space but also harmless to the ecosystem and nature. Other advantages that the friendly fountain offer is saving your money on Electricity bill as it operates in a direct sunlight with a low-voltage water pump which will recycle the same water for the fountain.
So if you ever feeling that depress while writing a song, or searching an inspiration somewhere, just try to create a lovely outdoor space for your own pleasure. Having a lovely garden with all the instruments such as a garden fountain around would certainly help to refresh your mind. However if your leisure outdoor time didn't bring an instant inspiration, but at least with having a quality relaxing hours, you will find a better shape to look for new musical ideas.
The reason why I choose a garden fountain as the main tool to spark up my garden at home, is because the advantages that it can provide us. Having a fountain, gives more than just an artistic value to our garden but also some other things that you might never think of, such as the musical vibe it it brings and also the comfort it creates. Just try to imagine yourself relaxing at you garden, while listening to the sound of the trickling water from the fountain, that kind of situation would definitely get my mood and inspiration back on.
Moreover, as we also know the artistic value of having a garden fountain which will surely make your garden looks more delicious in the eye. Not only that, garden fountains are usually made with an unique style and various types, that will definitely made us easy to pick the one that would suit our garden theme and personality. Some of the fountains type that i know are the Solar Fountains, Sienna Fountain and the Monaco Fountain, all of those types offers different styles that you can choose based on your own personal liking.
However, among the three types that I have mentioned above, there is one that I would probably refer at this moment especially for those who are concern with the nature, that is the Solar Fountain. The Solar Fountain is an Eco-friendly garden fountain, that not only gives a spark of magic to your garden or any of your outdoor living space but also harmless to the ecosystem and nature. Other advantages that the friendly fountain offer is saving your money on Electricity bill as it operates in a direct sunlight with a low-voltage water pump which will recycle the same water for the fountain.
So if you ever feeling that depress while writing a song, or searching an inspiration somewhere, just try to create a lovely outdoor space for your own pleasure. Having a lovely garden with all the instruments such as a garden fountain around would certainly help to refresh your mind. However if your leisure outdoor time didn't bring an instant inspiration, but at least with having a quality relaxing hours, you will find a better shape to look for new musical ideas.
written by Dewa Nugraha
After confirming the official release date for their new CD/DVD "Back to Budokan" in Japan, the reunited rockers, have reportedly got a date for the album's U.S. and Europe. Media stated that the Live album's rights for the U.S. and Europe release will be done by Frontiers Records.
Mr. Big's fans in the Europe and U.S. are probably feeling excited at the moment as the latest news emerged stating that the band have already revealed the official release date for their latest Live CD/DVD titled Mr Big: Back To Budokan in both continents. According to the reports from melodic.net the rockers Live album will be dropped to U.S. market on October 27 while the European market will get an earlier date for it on October 16.
Moreover melodic.net also stated that the rights for Mr. Big's album release in Europe and U.S. is being owned by Frontiers Records which specialized in rock music and musicians. The new Live album will be special as it was being made to mark their recent reunion and many would thought that it would take a long time before reaching U.S. and Europe market, however with the success of their World Reunion Tour and the demands from all over the world it seems that the new CD/DVD is set to be enjoy globally rather than in Japan only.
The Live DVD itself was shot during the band reunion tour in Japan at Budokan on June 20, the venue itself is a special thing for Mr. Big as they previously also recorded a Live DVD/CD performance there titled Live At Budokan few years back. Moreover, for fans it would be better to purchase both CD and DVD not only the visual different but according to the information from the press, there is a little different from the set list being offered as well, for more accurate view on the set list just check out below.
Mr. Big's fans in the Europe and U.S. are probably feeling excited at the moment as the latest news emerged stating that the band have already revealed the official release date for their latest Live CD/DVD titled Mr Big: Back To Budokan in both continents. According to the reports from melodic.net the rockers Live album will be dropped to U.S. market on October 27 while the European market will get an earlier date for it on October 16.
Moreover melodic.net also stated that the rights for Mr. Big's album release in Europe and U.S. is being owned by Frontiers Records which specialized in rock music and musicians. The new Live album will be special as it was being made to mark their recent reunion and many would thought that it would take a long time before reaching U.S. and Europe market, however with the success of their World Reunion Tour and the demands from all over the world it seems that the new CD/DVD is set to be enjoy globally rather than in Japan only.
The Live DVD itself was shot during the band reunion tour in Japan at Budokan on June 20, the venue itself is a special thing for Mr. Big as they previously also recorded a Live DVD/CD performance there titled Live At Budokan few years back. Moreover, for fans it would be better to purchase both CD and DVD not only the visual different but according to the information from the press, there is a little different from the set list being offered as well, for more accurate view on the set list just check out below.
"Mr. Big: Back To Budokan" CD version song list :
CD1:
Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little Boy (The Elecrtic Drill Song)
Take Cover
Green-Tinted Sixties Mind
Alive and Kickin’
Next Time Around
Hold Your Head Up
Just Take My Heart
Temperamental
It’s For You ~ Mars
Pat Torpey Drum Solo
Price You Gotta Pay
Stay Together
Wild World
Goin’ Where The Wind Blows
Take A Walk
CD2:
Paul Gilbert Guitar Solo
Paul Gilbert and Billy Sheehan Duo
Double Human Capo
The Whole World’s Gonna Know
Promise Her The Moon
Rock & Roll Over
Billy Sheehan Bass Solo
Addicted To That Rush
To Be With You
Colorado Bulldog
Smoke On The Water
I Love You Japan
Baba O’Riley
Shy Boy
Bonuses:
Next Time Around (newly recorded)
Hold Your Head Up (Argent cover; newly recorded) (sample mp3)
To Be With You (acoustic version)
"Mr. Big: Back To Budokan" DVD ver song list:
Disc 1 :
Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little Boy (The Elecrtic Drill Song)
Take Cover
Green-Tinted Sixties Mind
Alive and Kickin’
Next Time Around
Hold Your Head Up
Just Take My Heart
Temperamental
It’s For You – Mars
Pat Torpey Drum Solo
Price You Gotta Pay
Stay Together
Wild World
Goin’ Where The Wind Blows
Take a Walk
Paul Gilbert Guitar Solo
Paul Gilbert and Billy Sheehan Duo
Double Human Capo
The Whole World’s Gonna Know
Promise Her The Moon
Rock & Roll Over
Billy Sheehan Bass Solo
Addicted To That Rush
Disc 2 :
Encores:
To Be With You
Colorado Bulldog
Smoke On The Water
I Love You Japan
Baba O’Riley
Shyboy
Bonuses:
Next Time Around (2009; videoclip)
Acoustic Live at Hard Rock Café Tokyo – February 2009
More news about Mr. Big can be viewed at their official site
another cool site that post the latest info about Mr. Big and Paul Gilbert is Metalichicka
Bonus Video Clip from Back To Budokan DVD:
written by Dewa Nugraha
Finally, the legendary guitarist's fans can catch up his performance at the Bastrop Jazz Jam as Eric has already confirm the new date for the re-scheduled event. The guitar virtuoso stated on his official site that the show that supposed to be played in May will now be staged in October.
A good news arrives for Eric Johnson fans who have been looking forward to catch his appearance at the Bastrop Jazz Jam this year, as the guitar virtuoso has just announced the re-scheduled date for the show. According to the guitarist's official site, the event that was first scheduled to kick off on May 2 has now got a October 17 as it's new date.
Aside from the re-scheduled date there are nothing different about the concept or other details regarding the event, which will take place at a beautiful setting behind Lakeside Professional Building, 3101 Highway 71 East in Bastrop. The time of the show is the same as it's original date, which is from 6:30- 10:00 PM, it seems that the annual event already has a fixed schedule regarding time, places and time so the re-scheduling will only changed its date.
Just as it was informed here in April, the show is a pretty special one actually as in case there will be rain, the event will be held indoors at the Bastrop High School Cafeteria, 1604 Chambers Street (at Cedar St.). Attendants will also be provided with a good dinner at the show and for all of those special features, fans will only pay about $50 per person.
So if you happened to have time and already been waiting to catch up Eric at the event you can check all about ticketing information at Bastropbgc.org. However if you happen to have the time to visit or call the show's CP, you can just reach Judi at the Boys and Girls Club at 512-304-5678. Certainly fans would expect that everything will go as its plan for this re-scheduled date as it would be a special Saturday evening to watch Eric perform Live.
Another special thing at the upcoming Jazz Jam is the auctioning of PRS guitar (the PRS SE Custom 22) by Paul Reed Smith himself. The guitar will be signed by Eric so the new owner will have a custom guitar with Eric signature too, moreover the auction winner will also have the opportunity to take picture with the guitar maestro at the event.
A good news arrives for Eric Johnson fans who have been looking forward to catch his appearance at the Bastrop Jazz Jam this year, as the guitar virtuoso has just announced the re-scheduled date for the show. According to the guitarist's official site, the event that was first scheduled to kick off on May 2 has now got a October 17 as it's new date.
Aside from the re-scheduled date there are nothing different about the concept or other details regarding the event, which will take place at a beautiful setting behind Lakeside Professional Building, 3101 Highway 71 East in Bastrop. The time of the show is the same as it's original date, which is from 6:30- 10:00 PM, it seems that the annual event already has a fixed schedule regarding time, places and time so the re-scheduling will only changed its date.
Just as it was informed here in April, the show is a pretty special one actually as in case there will be rain, the event will be held indoors at the Bastrop High School Cafeteria, 1604 Chambers Street (at Cedar St.). Attendants will also be provided with a good dinner at the show and for all of those special features, fans will only pay about $50 per person.
So if you happened to have time and already been waiting to catch up Eric at the event you can check all about ticketing information at Bastropbgc.org. However if you happen to have the time to visit or call the show's CP, you can just reach Judi at the Boys and Girls Club at 512-304-5678. Certainly fans would expect that everything will go as its plan for this re-scheduled date as it would be a special Saturday evening to watch Eric perform Live.
Another special thing at the upcoming Jazz Jam is the auctioning of PRS guitar (the PRS SE Custom 22) by Paul Reed Smith himself. The guitar will be signed by Eric so the new owner will have a custom guitar with Eric signature too, moreover the auction winner will also have the opportunity to take picture with the guitar maestro at the event.
written by Dewa Nugraha
MP3 and music downloading have become such a common need for music lovers these days, as we can see many people would rather download a song from the artists before or instead of buying the musicians albums. One of the thing that made people chooses to download MP3 these days is because it is simple, cheaper and there are many websites that provides MP3 download services.
Among many MP3 download sites, there is one site that might interest you, the name is downloadmp3z.net. Just like other sites like this, downloadmp3z, gives a huge database of artists and songs that you can search and download. However one plus thing about the site is it's easy on the eye design that despite not to fancy but it won't annoy you with many ads or unorganized list.
Beside the simple and comforting layout design, one thing that might surprise many music users is the artists roosters that the sites provides on their genres page. Not only providing latest or common hit artist the web also gives some top notch solo guitarists works, as if you check out their Instrumental Rock page, you can see and download music from Paul Gilbert, Guthrie Govan, Richie Kotzen and many more. Although not all of the songs from those guitar virtuosos are being listed, still is their addition on the site gives more plus point to the site, which also have lots of artists from various musical genres on their list.
So despite many competitions on the business, downloadmp3z.net surely be among the top sites on music fans list, well at least I will certainly put it there. However personally I still hope that the site would add more stuffs from guitar instrumentalist musicians on their data banks, so it would make the site a favorable for lots of guitar heads out there, including myself.
Among many MP3 download sites, there is one site that might interest you, the name is downloadmp3z.net. Just like other sites like this, downloadmp3z, gives a huge database of artists and songs that you can search and download. However one plus thing about the site is it's easy on the eye design that despite not to fancy but it won't annoy you with many ads or unorganized list.
Beside the simple and comforting layout design, one thing that might surprise many music users is the artists roosters that the sites provides on their genres page. Not only providing latest or common hit artist the web also gives some top notch solo guitarists works, as if you check out their Instrumental Rock page, you can see and download music from Paul Gilbert, Guthrie Govan, Richie Kotzen and many more. Although not all of the songs from those guitar virtuosos are being listed, still is their addition on the site gives more plus point to the site, which also have lots of artists from various musical genres on their list.
So despite many competitions on the business, downloadmp3z.net surely be among the top sites on music fans list, well at least I will certainly put it there. However personally I still hope that the site would add more stuffs from guitar instrumentalist musicians on their data banks, so it would make the site a favorable for lots of guitar heads out there, including myself.
written by Dewa Nugraha
(pic) Outoda's Patina fire pitOne of the most exciting thing that we love to do is having a relaxing time with family and relatives after hard days of work. If that time arrives there are many ways to spend it with one of them are having an outdoor activities with your loved ones, the fresh air and the spacious area that you can enjoy would be an instant cure for any stress you've been having. One thing that I certainly loved while enjoying the outdoor living is having a warm outdoor fire pit around to make things more relaxing and comforting.
Fire pit definitely is an important tool for doing an outdoor activities, you can't really imagine having a night at your back yard or hanging out at the beach without something to warm the evening. Not only it will warm up your lovely evening time, having an outdoor fire pit would also bring out that relaxing vibe and drawing everyone closer so you can have much more intimate time with your loved ones.
If you are considering to have a relaxing outdoor activities soon and wants to add a fire pit to accompany your lovely time, you might want to check out Outdora's collection of outdoor fire pits. At Outdora not only you will find a large amount of fire pits choices and styles, more than that the qualities of fire pits the company offers are the finest.
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With that advantages, Outdora's fire pits becomes a popular product for customers, however one more plus point from the company that made the buyers satisfied with them are their professional actions in delivering the products. Outdora gives a special service for the buyers until their orders reached their houses, moreover there are no fee charged by the company for shipment and delivery. This kind of services would be the thing that many buyers would dream of having, so if you are looking to warm up your evening outdoor activities with some fire pits, now you know where to get them.
Fire pit definitely is an important tool for doing an outdoor activities, you can't really imagine having a night at your back yard or hanging out at the beach without something to warm the evening. Not only it will warm up your lovely evening time, having an outdoor fire pit would also bring out that relaxing vibe and drawing everyone closer so you can have much more intimate time with your loved ones.
If you are considering to have a relaxing outdoor activities soon and wants to add a fire pit to accompany your lovely time, you might want to check out Outdora's collection of outdoor fire pits. At Outdora not only you will find a large amount of fire pits choices and styles, more than that the qualities of fire pits the company offers are the finest.
Moreover, choosing Outdora as the place to purchase your fire pits would give you the chance to pick lots of interesting styles available that suits your personal character as the company do provides a large amount of options for buyers. Some of the fire pits selection that you can see at Outdora are, the casual Campfire Ring styles, that will be suitable for camping activities or a night at a beach; the popular Petina fire pit, that has many unique theme designs; the Chiminea fire pits, that are made of solid cast iron; another special choice is the portable outdoor fire pits on wheels that will surely helps your leisure time a lot.
With that advantages, Outdora's fire pits becomes a popular product for customers, however one more plus point from the company that made the buyers satisfied with them are their professional actions in delivering the products. Outdora gives a special service for the buyers until their orders reached their houses, moreover there are no fee charged by the company for shipment and delivery. This kind of services would be the thing that many buyers would dream of having, so if you are looking to warm up your evening outdoor activities with some fire pits, now you know where to get them.
written by Dewa Nugraha
