One of the very first shred guitar heroes promoted by the Shrapnel Label in the 1980s.
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One of the very first shred guitar heroes promoted by the Shrapnel Label in the 1980s.
The way I write, I usually need a strong or engaging title that lights up my imagination.
I think my biggest accomplishment is that I was able to teach myself an instrument that now enables me to make a living and travel the world.
Vai's whammy antics, speed and 'detuned' playing is highly unusual and original.
Since "Not Of The Earth" and "Surfing With The Alien" in the '80s, there's been a lot of Joe S. playing in our studio.
Who could predict in 1980 that Def Leppard would have a 40+ year career, and that the addition of Collen would make such an impact?
"Eruption", "Atomic Punk" and a fiery cover of "You Really Got Me" blew us away in 1978.
Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page inspired a generation of guitarists.
Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour's unique sound.
Studio wizard Tom Scholz literally altered the trajectory of my life.
On the right material, the wah pedal actually deepens the connection I have with the guitar.
Though electric shred is my passion I have learned many instruments, styles and aspects of music.
Dan McAvinchey is a guitarist and composer living in Raleigh, NC.
He believes every musician or composer has the power to write, record and release their own music.
His 1997 CD release on Guitar Nine was entitled "Guitar Haus".
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