Where Soul Meets Song
Musician in Plainville, United States
Songwriter, Music teacher
Love Classic Rock and Blues Rock. Growing up it was all about bands like Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Aerosmith, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Lynyrd Skynyrd, J Geils Band, Judas Priest, ZZ Top, Robin Trower, Steppenwolf, Grand Funk Railroad, even Kiss. The list goes on and on. Later, as I started playing guitar, the list grew big time. Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Buddy Guy, BB King, Eddie Van Halen (always) and so many more iconic bands. I’ve evolved in many ways through the years, but my memories of these classic performers are burned into my Soul…and that’s just alright with me. ENJOY!!!
Fender is my main brand. Big on Strats…naturally they are hot rodded out. Let the Beast Sing!!! Recently got my Tele supercharged…She’s a Growler now…YAH!!! Got to have a Les Paul for bending walls with power chords. Not much of an acoustic player, but do possess a Martin and a Zager. I use them when I give group lessons. Got some lesser models, but they’re not really in the lineup. Amps range from Fender, Vox, Bulgera, Supra, BlackStar (nice piece), Boss. I think that’s it. Memory is a little off from life in the 70’s and 80’s. I am equipped for minor mixes and performance. I am looking to get back out and spread my wings again…Been locked into teaching and I think I might gettin’ a case of stir crazy. All good…Keep Moving Forward!!!
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