Emmett D. Ferguson Sr. Nov 21, 2009
His favorite pastime was playing his guitar and making music with Emma. In more recent years, he enjoyed doing woodworking and had made baby cradles and birdhouses. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Garrison House Association celebrates 50 years Nov 21, 2009
The duo consists of Jim Douglas on vocals, guitar, and concertina, and Tim Van Egmond on vocals, hammered dulcimer, and limberjack (a small wooden puppet that taps out a rhythm on a paddleboard). The two have released an album together titled Bridges. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Melancholy vista Nov 21, 2009
I have a lot of discomfort in the present,'' growls the slide guitarist/musicologist, by way of explaining his apparent reclusion these last couple of decades in his home/garage in Santa Monica ... An only child, he'd been given his first guitar by a family friend when he was four years old, while recovering from the penknife accident that put out his left eye ... Nor does his internal narrative stop rolling when he puts down his guitar: ''I've been writing stories now. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
* THE VINYL WORD Nov 20, 2009
Burn Electric, comprising Hooker on the mixing board and Stefan Kostarelis on electric guitar, took the audience apart with gorgeous fat melodies and homegrown beats. Kostarelis licks sit imperiously over Hookers carefully managed, intelligent yet driving electronica. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* MUSIC : New (and improved) Hong Kong Hair City Nov 20, 2009
Add to that the unexpected appearance of a saxophone taking the place of a lead guitar with Macgregor Wooley blowing out rocking riffs and adding his own lyrics and vocals, original bassist Tom McCann, and the final original member, Kyle Bajcer, pounding out funky beats on drums, and New Hong Kong Hair City was born. When McCann had to leave Taiwan unexpectedly, the band teamed up with talented bassist Mike Tennant and added guitarist Tristan Newman, from Wooleys other band, Doublewide. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The good times are still with Ray Davies Nov 20, 2009
He and guitarist Bill Shanley doubled up on acoustic guitar, generating a bassy, percussive momentum on I Need You, and Shanley s speedy lines and the audience s call-and-response on the line Oh, yes he is. transformed Dedicated Follower of Fashion into something resembling participatory Irish folk. (Boston Globe)
Daniel Day-Lewis Dishes About His Clooney Kiss At The Oscars Nov 20, 2009
"I bought the guitar with the money I made from 'The Commitments,' " Hansard explained of his beat-up instrument, perhaps the evening's most unusual red-carpet accessory. "I carry it with me everywhere I go. ... I didn't want to change who I am, just because of where I am.". (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Tribute band in Anaconda's Washoe Theatre Saturday night Nov 20, 2009
Cold Hard Cash was formed in 2004 by singer and guitarist Merle Peterson in Great Falls ... In March of 2008 the line up changed from its original four members making Cold Hard Cash a trio, with Peterson on guitar, vocals and harmonica; Jeffery Carroll on bass, trumpet and vocals; and Felipe Torres on drums. (Montana Standard, MT)
'Alter the Ending' Nov 20, 2009
And despite the clich;s , there is something timeless that Carrabba does with a pen and guitar ... The album starts off promising, with an eerie guitar riff foreign to the standard Dashboard track in the first song, "Get Me Right." The song then builds up to the standard Carrabba croon, but does so smoothly ... And "Even Now" is the kind of honest song that Carrabba is good at, a simple guitar part that slowly builds up without too much instrumentation or unneeded crooning. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Creed Has "Overcome" for the Love of Rock Nov 20, 2009
Creed's lead singer, Scott Stapp and guitarist, Mark Tremonti ... And witrh recovery has come a reunuion of the rock band, made up of Stapp (lead vocals), Mark Tremonti (guitar), Scott Phillips (drums) and Brian Marshall (bass) ... According to Stapp, the guitar riffs and solos on "Full Circle" are "an added melodic commentary to the songs," which is a little harder with more "vigor and passion.". (CBS News -- Entertainment)
KISS' Stanley says band is keeping it fresh Nov 20, 2009
If you ask Paul Stanley, KISS' co-leader, the band that booms into Save Mart Center on Saturday night is KISS at its best -- with co-leader Gene Simmons at his side, as well as recent additions Tommy Thayer (guitar) and Eric Singer (drums). We talked to Stanley about the fan-routed tour, its new album and why critics and multigenerations seem to love KISS these days. (Fresno Bee)
Sting's winter of content continues to confound Nov 20, 2009
Guitar, cello, pipes, violin, harp, recorder, harmonium, melodeon, mandolin, trumpet. The instruments flicker, the harmonies are warm. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Church roundup Nov 20, 2009
Contemporary/traditional female gospel group looking for keyboard and bass guitar musicians from the surrounding area. Must be dependable, committed and have some talent. (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Idol' winner Allen remains humble on new album Nov 20, 2009
Allen teamed with experienced producers like Toby Gad, Steve Kipner, Andrew Frampton and Saalam Remi, but contributed more than just his voice and guitar-and-piano-playing prowess. Allen's name appears on the songwriting credits for all but four of the album's 13 songs - including "Red Guitar," a ditty Allen wrote for his wife, Katy, before his "Idol" run ... "I bought my wife a red guitar for her birthday a long time ago, hoping that she would play it," he says. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The Young Pro Nov 20, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Ringo Starr Declares 'Y Not'! Nov 20, 2009
The joyous result of Starr looking in the mirror is Y Not, a groovy and deeply felt song cycle that finds Ringo leading a smaller core group of old and new friends including longtime pal and recent brother-in-law Joe Walsh, Dave Stewart and longtime Roundheads member Steve Dudas on guitar, Benmont Tench of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers on keyboards, Don Was and Mike Bradford on bass ... "And where I come from was a very dark, damp, violent neighborhood. I wanted to write another little... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fisher serves up some tasty Western music Nov 20, 2009
Accompanied by her guitar, Fisher told stories and jokes and sang her ballads in the candlelit courtyard. It is not just her singing voice, which is brilliant, but it is her narrative voice that sets this performer apart. (Nogales International, AZ)
WESTNILE FUNDRAISER: Tony Conrad, Aki Onda, MV Carbon, Chaw Mank! Nov 20, 2009
In another of his projects, Cinemage, Onda produces slide projections of still photo images set to live guitar improvisation ... She plays cello through tape loops and guitar pedals and uses 16mm film imagery as a backdrop for her performances ... In the 90's, Mouthus guitar-killer Brian Sullivan started a band with Sightings' Hoffman called CHAW MANK and Mouthus' in-house CD-R label, Our Mouth, has just released a thatch of Chaw Mank material called Vol. I. I've only had this a couple days and... (AbsoluteArts.com)
• Three guitar masters share their talent and insight in documentary Nov 20, 2009
Three guitar masters share their talent and insight in documentary - Juneau Empire ... He loves it, he says, but the Academy Award-winning director of "An Inconvenient Truth" had other ideas for his own documentary on the electric guitar ... Three guitar masters share their talent and insight in documentary 111909 ART 4 Los Angeles Times Davis Guggenheim calls himself a "Behind the Music" junkie, watching every episode of the VH1 show chronicling famous rock stars' rise and fall and rise again... (Juneau Empire)
Student warns others of online scamming practices Nov 20, 2009
When Nick Nall, music industry sophomore, received a check for $4,000 to give guitar lessons, he said he was more than ecstatic ... Nall, who plays classical guitar and teaches lessons as his source of income, received e-mail from a man named Matthew Medley responding to a guitar lesson listing Nall had posted on Craigslist. (The Maroon, LA)
Crossing over Nov 20, 2009
Bluegrass instruments include guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin and fiddle. When we perform bluegrass, we perform around a single microphone, just like in the early days of bluegrass, said Matt Thompson, Monroe Crossing member and press representative. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Album shows two sides of Mayer Nov 20, 2009
It's hard to read the seemingly Jekyll-and-Hyde-like guitar guru that is John Mayer. One can never really be sure which Mayer is going to show up to the party -- will it be the sensitive and charming musician who can disarm women as subtly as he plays his guitar strings ... The song begins with an orchestra warm-up that morphs into the artist's effects-driven guitar. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Spirituality, music fuse at venue Nov 20, 2009
The beginning of the set featured break dancing, guitar solos, DJ scratching, beatboxing, making the band's performance of its song "Diverse City" well earned ... Relient K's set was more guitar and piano-based and kept its focus on the Christmas holiday, playing its own hard rock versions of Christmas songs like "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" and "Sleigh Ride.". (Daily Collegian, PA)
Essentials: This weekend's live music picks Nov 20, 2009
With Josh Homme, the singer and guitar player of Queens of the Stone Age; John Paul Jones, the bassist of Led Zeppelin; and the Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl, who played drums for Nirvana, Them Crooked Vultures is one of the most talked-about bands of 2009 - despite the fact that the band has rarely performed live ... The hazy, nostalgic siren calls are complete with singer-guitarist Martin Courtney's stunning strumming and drummer Etienne Pierre Duguay's tenebrous beats, played sans crash cymbal. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Jack White Gives Updates On Wanda Jackson, White Stripes, Dead Weather Nov 19, 2009
if it takes three months to do a Dead Weather record, we'll take that long," White said. "The White Stripes record is going to be these two guys [Dead Weather bassist Jack Lawrence and guitarist/ keyboardist Dean Fertita] dressed as me and Meg, so we'll see if something interesting comes out of that ... But I think he's a really interesting guitar player. (VHI.com -- Music News)
From spa owner to jazz chanteuse Nov 19, 2009
At a recent recital at the Stowaway Inn in Stow, Dolan was aided and abetted by three good jazzmen on keyboard, guitar and alto sax. The backup trio was led by her longtime coach and arranger, Rick Maule. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Entertainment Spotlight on Ariel de la Rosa (37) Nov 19, 2009
The first instrument his father taught him to play was the vihuela, a small Mexican guitar. From the ages of four to eight, he also learned how to play the violin, guitarron and trumpet ... I taught one of my friends to play a couple songs on the guitar and I would play trumpet. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Spike TV's 'Video Game Awards 2009' Plans Global Domination 7th Annual Event Will Be Broadcast in More Than 180 Countries and Territories Worldwide Nov 19, 2009
Guitar Hero 5 (Activision Publishing / Neversoft Entertainment). LEGO Rock Band (MTV Games - Warner Bros. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Daniel Day-Lewis Dishes About His Clooney Kiss At The Oscars Nov 19, 2009
"I bought the guitar with the money I made from 'The Commitments,' " Hansard explained of his beat-up instrument, perhaps the evening's most unusual red-carpet accessory. "I carry it with me everywhere I go. ... I didn't want to change who I am, just because of where I am.". (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Modern Warfare 2 cranks up action, gaming modes Nov 19, 2009
5-inch wireless turntable modeled after the classic Technics 1200, wannabe DJs tap one of three buttons (or use the fader and pitch knob on the attached mixer) at the right time, just as in the granddaddy of them all, Guitar Hero ... So yes, this is only a simulator, and as with Guitar Hero, just because you can play the game doesn't mean you can play the instrument. (FOX59, IN)
David Berkeley's 'Strange Light' delivers enjoyment, tranquility Nov 19, 2009
Even if your ear is not normally tuned to the soft melodic strums of a guitar and banjo, songs from this album will no doubt impress for their soothing plethora of instrumentals, but also for their catchy yet intensely mature lyrics. One tune entitled, "Halloween Parade" confronts societies' inability to propose anything but fake ideals leaving its citizens misguided, parading their hypocrisy for the world to see. (The University Echo, TN)
Riders in the Sky here Sunday Nov 19, 2009
Taking the stage that night for a crowd of eight or nine were Ranger Doug on arch-top guitar, Too Slim on bunkhouse bass and Woody Paul on fiddle ... Adding to the fun will be special guest Chlesea Williams, a country singer, guitarist and song writer. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Benefit concert Sunday for Gary Randall Nov 19, 2009
Randall is a musician, performing gospel music with his guitar. He has played at events all across the West from Alaska to Texas. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Fred Starner; folk singer celebrated hobo culture Nov 19, 2009
While studying at Oberlin College in Ohio in the 1950s, he became interested in American folk music after seeing Seeger perform, then taught himself to play the five-string banjo and 12-string guitar. Later, he often performed at festivals with Seeger. (Boston Globe)
Dylan's delightful Nov 19, 2009
Sure, it wasn't immediately clear what he was singing, but under the shade of his big cream-colored Stetson, and playing guitar (rare these days), the song revealed itself in an array of grunts and vocal creaks that only Bob and wounded animals can make naturally ... Sure, it wasn't immediately clear what he was singing, but under the shade of his big cream-colored Stetson, and playing guitar (rare these days), the song revealed itself in an array of grunts and vocal creaks that only Bob and... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The Young Pro Nov 19, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Kids doing their part for the Holbrook community Nov 19, 2009
During the holiday concert scheduled to be held on Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. at the school, the chorus, band, and a guitar strings ensemble, plus a 25 minute version of the musical How the Grinch Stole Christmas will be performed. The guitar ensemble and the 32 performers in the musical have also been practicing when the chorus and band practice, which makes the stage a busy place, said Mary Clougher, co-president of the Music Parents Group ... There are 25 students in the chorus, 12 in the band, and... (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Guitar Hero 5 Review Nov 19, 2009
But when it comes to good old rocking, I'll take Guitar Hero 5 any day ... monthly releases of the "Hero" franchise, but Guitar Hero 5 marks the highest point the series has gone in this reviewer's opinion ... PS2's offering of Guitar Hero 5 can best be described as a lame, featureless shelf-stocker. (IGN PS2)
SCITUATE BEN THERE, DONE THAT: Presenting the untouchables Nov 19, 2009
The Beatles When I m out with my friends and we start talking about music, such as which musicians we d like in our super-band, how awesome it would be to have Hendrix, Clapton and Gilmour all on guitar (and how quickly our heads would explode if it ever happened), we always dance around the issue of who s the best, because, for most of the civilized world, there is no question. This leads me to my first untouchable, The Beatles. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
The Rippingtons at Scullers Jazz Club Nov 19, 2009
After more than 20 years, if Russ Freeman tires of playing the guitar and touring, the founder of the Rippingtons can spend time working on his landscape paintings and illlustrations. For now, the art he is busy promoting is his jazz group s new studio album, Modern Art. (Boston Globe)
DiFranco retains her edge with a deep range of songs Nov 19, 2009
Fortunately (fun as that was) the ukulele was soon gone and the aggressive "Anticipate" found DiFranco nearly pulling the strings off her guitar and singing rapid-fire lyrics, which juxtaposed her pure, perfect voice ... Her clear, true guitar tone and righteous right hand were her secret weapons ... From Guatemala City, Gaby Moreno brought her clever, well-crafted songs played on retro guitars, and sang about the pitter-patter of the rain in a low-key manner that at times recalled Jacque Brel. (Albany Times Union)
Target, Walmart Black Friday ads leaked; Target rolls out holiday price matching for the first time Nov 19, 2009
Popular dolls, activity toys,a 26-inch Vizio HDTV, and gaming packages from Guitar Hero, Band Hero and DJ Hero with a $40 Walmart gift card. Not to be outdone, a portion of have been leaked, and are posted on several sites, including. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Fisher serves up some tasty Western music Nov 19, 2009
Accompanied by her guitar, Fisher told stories and jokes and sang her ballads in the candlelit courtyard. It is not just her singing voice, which is brilliant, but it is her narrative voice that sets this performer apart. (Nogales International, AZ)
Music listings Nov 19, 2009
GRACE POTTER AND THE NOCTURNALS This will be most Hub fans first chance to check out the new Nocturnals, bassist Catherine Popper and rhythm guitarist Benny Yurco ... Skyscraper takes Banks back to his pre-Interpol alter ego and in some new directions as well as dabbling in the angular guitar rock that is his main band s signature ... JAZZ, BLUES & CABARET COCO MONTOYA BAND/TOMMY CASTRO BAND A double bill of two of the hardest-hitting blues acts around: Singer/guitarist Castro, a San... (Boston Globe)
Eunice Boedecker, left, who has served more than 20 years in the Army Reserves, along with other Calhoun County veterans, salutes the U.S. Flag during the presentation of colors at the 2009 Veterans Day program Wednesday in the Calhoun High School Auditorium. (Wave photo by Melony Overton) Nov 19, 2009
Jorge Flores, a senior, sang Another Hero Lost, and was accompanied by Xavier Garcia, a senior, and Ty Adame, a junior, both on guitars ... Davy Cano, a junior, accompanied Shelly on guitar. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Mayer shows rough side Nov 19, 2009
Fronting a blues band that was tuned for three guitars, Mayer was terrific even on the new tunes, which when played side by side with the rest of his songbook had consistency ... The rhythms and tempo recalled the momentum of the well-known Clapton arrangement, and Mayer's solo skills shined as the band challenged him to guitar god heights ... Fronting a blues band that was tuned for three guitars, Mayer was terrific even on the new tunes, which when played side by side with the rest of his... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
First impressions: 'Left 4 Dead 2' Nov 19, 2009
Scattered throughout the environments are items such as crowbars, axes, chainsaws and even busted guitars ... The crowbar clanks after each strike, while the guitar delivers an out-of-tune twang. (USA Today -- Tech)
Mainstreamer with a melody and mantras Nov 18, 2009
Filled with easy-listening, gentle guitar solos and catchy melodies, the album requires little work from the listener ... He sees Battle Studies as a melodic album about song-writing - a surprising turn for a musician so famed for his guitar solos that Michael Jackson's family asked him to perform one at the late singer's memorial service ... If I've had a tour that's been really guitar intensive, which the last tour really was, the thing that excites me is exploring melodic sweetness and... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Family group brings folk talent to town Nov 18, 2009
The concert began with just Arlo's youngest daughter, Sara Lee Guthrie, and her husband Johnny Irion taking the stage to play an acoustic guitar song the couple wrote. The singer's daughter played a guitar solo during the piece and made some slip-ups but the couple recovered well. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Songwriters club to host open mic Nov 18, 2009
Wright, who plays the guitar and flute, said he enjoys improvising music, especially when he can play with others. Organizing its first open mic didn't come easy for the group. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Fans pack Guitar Pull Nov 18, 2009
Fans pack center for Guitar Pull 111809 - The Augusta Chronicle ... More than 3,000 country music fans descended Tuesday evening on the University of South Carolina Aiken's Convocation Center to enjoy the 11th annual WKXC-FM Guitar Pull benefiting area charities ... For crowd favorite Mr. Adkins, it was his fourth Guitar Pull. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Off-duty: Master the foot flush to avoid swine flu Nov 18, 2009
Now, making fun of germ freaks makes about as much sense as making fun of computer nerds who now control the world through Playstation 3 and Guitar Hero. Germ freaks are the new in. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Super group Monsters of Folk play The Academy of Music Nov 18, 2009
Conor Oberst from Omaha, Nebraska has often been considered the best song writer of our generation, blending heavy metaphors with melancholy images of loss and love that toil down into a dramatic song delivered by Conor's quivering voice and light guitar strumming ... Perhaps his best asset is his underrated guitar skills that mix a variety of slaps and pull offs, making his solo effort appear like a series of layered guitars. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Heart-Set Self-Destruct takes on multiple music styles Nov 18, 2009
These four guys are incredibly talented with Dave on the vocals/guitar, Chris also on the guitar, Daniel on the bass and Nick on the drums. I had the chance to talk to Dave about the band and how they work. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
VIDEO/MULTIMEDIA Nov 18, 2009
Veteran folk-country musician Carol McComb teaches students how to play the guitar. (Posted Dec. 12, 2008). (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Studio off the beaten path turns out some sweet music Nov 18, 2009
Guys bragging about their home setups, promising to make top-notch recordings of Gumpfs guitar playing ... RC Sounds consists of a control room with a 24-track Akai digital recorder and other equipment, a main recording area with drums, various guitars and an organ, plus an isolation booth for recording vocals ... Gumpf, who specializes in acoustic guitar, sits down on a stool with headphones strapped over his ears to lay down a new track. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Lodi's First Sip event showcases area wineries' latest vintages (656) Nov 18, 2009
Dancing Fox served homemade bread and different kinds of pizza samples, and Travis Vega played soft jazz on his guitar as people sampled wine and mingled ... Travis Vega strums some jazz on his guitar to entertain visitors to Dancing Fox on School Street during Lodi's First Sip on Saturday and Sunday. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
The Space is the place for fun learning Nov 18, 2009
He especially looks forward to maybe playing some guitar, something he s been teaching himself, he said. I m a dude that learns by myself. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Q&A l The Academy Is... bassist Adam Siska Nov 18, 2009
And Michael, our guitar player, dropped out of high school. How often do you play for a strictly college audience. (Daily Orange, NY)
Happiness is a cool computer Nov 18, 2009
Whilst there is still WoW fanboys, all of the big new game releases are now launched on consoles first (GTA IV, Fallout, Guitar Hero, Rock Band) with PCs an afterthought. Tue 17 Nov: I have an ancient Dell desktop (4 years old) that currently uses Win XP, I have only 256 RAM (although I am thinking of. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
John Mayer wants music to rise above tabloids Nov 18, 2009
"Media-savvy musicianMayer has rarely shied away from attention. He provides must-read updates to his more than 2.6 million followers on Twitter, engaged in a high-profile romance with Jennifer Aniston (which followed the high-profile romance with Jessica Simpson, which followed a romance with yet another starlet), has written for blogs and magazines and is known as one of the wittiest, media-savvy entertainers around.But he is weary of those who would rather put the focus on John Mayer, the... (MSNBC -- Music)
From Elvis to Madonna, rare rock relics on sale Nov 18, 2009
Accompanied by an acoustic guitar, its just Madonna, her music unadorned by post-production magic and elaborate orchestration. The songs on the tape include All My Love, Hear Me (a song that evolved into Shine a Light), Simon Says (which became the familiar Love Express) and Little Lost Boy. (MSNBC -- Music)
Katy Perrys Unplugged is swan song to Boys Nov 18, 2009
The first times I started singing was in church but then when I started playing guitar I would go into the newspaper and I would find open-mic sessions and coffee shops that would let anybody sign up to play. And I would go there and I would just pull out my guitar and play these little rough drafts of songs and get people's feedback and really see if it was connecting if people really related to it or if they would even listen. (MSNBC -- Music)
Czechs recall Communism's fall Nov 18, 2009
Havel himself appeared onstage with a guitar, but told the crowd, "Don't worry, the guitar doesn't mean I'm going to play today.". Musicians, actors and other artists played major roles in the protests. (CNN)
'Battle' Fatigue: John Mayer's Latest Much More Low-Key, To A Fault Nov 18, 2009
Although his talent as a pop songwriter and a fierce guitarist mean he's certainly capable of one ("Continuum," for example), this isn't it ... Little jolts of electric guitar help a little on "Half of My Heart," which features vocals from Taylor Swift, and Mayer finally lets his voice and guitar loose on "Assassin." Covering " Crossroads" as a lite-funk tune was a questionable choice, though, given the existence already of two definitive versions: Robert Johnson's original and Cream's... (FOX59, IN)
