Though electric shred is my passion I have learned many instruments, styles and aspects of music.
The Guitar Player's Resource
Though electric shred is my passion I have learned many instruments, styles and aspects of music.
Certain fans (probably musicians) want to hear the instruments speak to them, which they can understand a bit better than the average listener.
The fact that we are brothers in our case plays a big... wait, a huge part in our chemistry when we play. Things just naturally happen between us musically.
A good website is key to successful promotions. Also Reverb Nation is a pretty important portal to be signed up to. It is a good place to network.
Plans for the future? Play more gigs in front of larger audiences! Playing live is the greatest thing to do as a guitar player.
In order to increase your visibility and gain a position in the mind of your listener or target audience, I feel it's important to invest in a public relations firm that specializes in the entertainment industry.
Nothing beats being in a recording studio with professionals. It’s one of those moments you dream about as a kid learning to play.
In my opinion, having a booking agent is more important than any other traditional aspect. Independent artists need to take their music to the people and having more opportunities to perform live is paramount.
Not quite ready to release that record yet? You may be underestimating yourself.
Call-and-response practicing to enhance your phrasing and composing.
An article designed to help you on the road to achieving your dream of completing your first CD release.
Did you ever wonder where confidence comes from? How is it possible to have confidence at times, and suddenly lose confidence at critical moments?
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.
