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PLAYER SPOTLIGHT “Guitar playing to me is like endless possibilities.” This is Orianthi WHO IS ORIANTHI This week we delve into the world of an incredible player whose fairytale path has seen her mark firmly stamped on the guitar world.  Founded on years of hard work, dedication, and belief she has thoroughly earned the recognition she deserves.There really is nothing better than looking into a player’s history and the journey they took to be where... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT “I was never taught how to play the guitar, I don’t know what the chords to ‘Everlong’ are. I only know what happens when I put the fingers there." Dave Grohl - original image by Jen Rosenstein via Rollingstone.com It’s festival season, and we can feel it!  As we reach the height of summer, weekend after weekend the ringing in our ears becomes progressively louder and the sunglasses tan becomes stronger; and if... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "I was born to play the bass." Quote from Bass Player Magazine Lemmy Kilmister Player Spotlight As we ascend to the height of summer, the festival season is bellowing through the fields, we always feel the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll is alive and kicking. It feels as though, in the modern day music scene, the present relies heavily on the past; where historical musicians and legends become the inspiration and regeneration for... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT “You know, I think it’s a good time for a movement to happen, and we’ve been patiently waiting for these doors to get kicked open so we can cannonball through with our version of what the rock ‘n’ roll flag should be.” T.B via Redlightmanagement.com Tyler Bryant Player Spotlight. Photo from Facebook.com. This week’s chapter discovers and uncovers a young and explosive, modern-day guitar player💥 whose techniques and licks hail from heritage blues. ... read more.