The Bill Hart Project - Think About It

Between smooth jazz and fusion you'll find The Bill Hart Project, dynamite melodic guitar-based jazz. This CD is gem for guitar fans. Bill cuts loose with ex-Miles Davis sideman and guitarist extraordinaire Mike Stern! Mike sits in on "What Are You Doing," "This Is Why," "Yes You Can," and "Got Mike?" Defintely check out the way it all comes together on track #5-"Yes You Can." The author of "Solo Jazz Guitar" in the Hal Leonard series, Bill Hart is also the head of the Guitar Department at the Atlanta Institute for Music. Bill's rich, warm tone meshes perfectly with his killer chops to create a playing style that celebrates the guitar without the histrionics that can bog down so many guitar-based CDs.

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Jeff Urso - Straight Ahead

Jeff Urso - Straight Ahead

Jeff Urso's all instrumental rock guitar debut is entitled Straight Ahead, featuring ten tracks that run the gamut from rock to hard rock to techno to Southern rock - and points in between. Each song has a history and a purpose, for example, "I Alive" is a keyboard track that was written for a friend that lost his life in a motorcycle accident; "Low Down" features a 7-string guitar with a Kid Rock feel blended with Queen-like harmonies. "Down And Dirty" is a flanger-heavy number reminiscent of Rob Zombie, with a "balls out" solo, while "Warm Day" is intended to be consumed while listening is a fast sports car on a midsummer afternoon with the top down and the windows open. "Cyber Me" explores a techno/rock mix with nods to U2's "Elevation", while "Thinking Of You", dedicated to Urso's lady, has a Matchbox 20 feel to it. Straight Ahead has a definite appeal for fans of dynamic compositions, cool solos and walls of guitar. Instrumental Guitar (Electric/Rock/Hard Rock)Info: guitar9.com

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Alien Cowboys - Analogtherapy

Alien Cowboys - Analogtherapy

"Analogtherapy" is the Alien Cowboys second CD recording (following their self-titled debut), a nine song CD featuring all original material, highlighted again by the big singable melodies and driving rhythms which became their trademark on their first release. Songs such as "Sagarmatha" and "Alien Cowboys Theme" are loaded with guitarist Ralph Perucci's lead jams as well as second guitarist Bruce Stevenson's propulsive rhythm chunk. Stevenson's production is again top-notch -- "Analogtherapy" is an album permeated by the group's strength, fervor and passion for instrumental rock. Rounding out the band members are Ian Thompson on drums and Greg Jones on bass.

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Jimmy Williams - Guitar Concepts

Jimmy Williams - Guitar Concepts

The debut solo album from former Steel Prophet guitarist Jimmy Williams.
"Guitar Concepts" is a stunning collection of various demos recorded over the last few years. The compositions on this album cover many diverse influences ranging from fusion to progressive blues to straight ahead shred.

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L.A. Sux - Time Never Stops

L.A. Sux - Time Never Stops

The German trio of guitarist Joachim Schutte, bassist Karsten Fernau and drummer Dirk Erchinger are known as L.A. Sux, and their debut CD is entitled Time Never Stops. Their ambivalent relationship to Los Angeles and it's contrasts are reflected in the unmistakable compositional and guitar style of Schutte, and also by the fat bass lines of Fernau. Schutte and Fernau are graduates of Hollywood's Musicians Institute, and their music reflects varied influences, but maintains an overdriven rock fusion presence throughout the thirteen tracks. Check out highlights such as "Bass Groove" and "Rated X Music" and you'll hear fiery electric guitar work supported by superior rhythm tracks. Time Never Stops is a CD permeated by Schutte, Fernau and Erchinger's strength and fervor. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock/Fusion) Info: guitar9.com

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Mike Martin - 2 Of 5

Mike Martin - 2 Of 5

Mike Martin is a veteran of the Atlanta blues and jazz music scene who has played on and off with Sean Delson of Fozzy for years. Mike is the Mechanic Of Shred and everyone in Fozzy refers to him as Sir! If Steve Vai and Joe Satriani had a crack baby, he might play like Mike. Mike's first appearance for Fozzy was in the multi-camera, high-tech shoot for the "Enemy" video on top of a San Diego skyscraper and his next appearance was in the downstairs of a restaurant at a Fozzy gig in Camp Hill, PA (that started only after a high school reunion that took place before the show was done)... and he rocked just as hard at both. His 2006 solo CD, 2 Of 5, is all about art and emotional expressionism, and features John McKnight on drums, Eric Frampton on keyboards, and Jon Schwenke and Steve Mays on bass. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock/Fusion)
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Antonio Cordaro - Sunrise

Antonio Cordaro (1976) is an Italian guitar player, composer and teacher. He starts to play guitar at 12 and plays for years Pink floyd, Dire strait’s, Queen, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Santana, Eric Clapton, B.B king and many other from ’60 and ’70. After he begins to study Van Halen, Joe satriani, Steve Vai and ’80 guitar players styles. In 2001 he goes to Milano (Italy) where he starts his professional activity, first as student and after as private teacher, teacher in CPM (Milano)and now in Accademia del suono (Milano), session man for italian artists and co-founder of many bands. The album “Sunrise” is the result of his love for rock blues melodic instrumental music (instrumental melodic rock with blues, funky and fusion influences). It's a fu*#%@* good guitar work.

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Avi Bortnick - Clean Slate

'Clean Slate' is the debut CD release as a leader from guitarist/sample artist/composer/producer Avi Bortnick. Avi is best known for his musical association with jazz guitar legend John Scofield, whom he has toured with steadily since January of2000. With Scofield, Avi has come to the forefront of the international music scene by performing hundreds of shows to packed houses and festival stages worldwide. Avi's signature funk rhythm guitar sound has become an identifiable trademark of the Scofield Band sound, and Avi has been featured prominently on two Scofield Verve CD's, 'Uberjam', and 'Up All Night'. Avi composed material for both albums, and is also credited as co-producer on 'Up All Night'.Now Avi steps out on his own with his brand new self-produced CD called 'Clean Slate'. Drawing upon years of diverse musical experiences, including the Scofield Band, African ensembles, Brazilian bands, jazz groups, and the underground funk sensation 'What It Is', Avi creates a sonic landscape of appealing rhythmic textures and intoxicating moods on 'Clean Slate'. Throughout the CD the musical emphasis is clearly on two qualities: GROOVE and FUN. Many listeners have already responded to the CD by saying that the music is 'just plain fun' to listen to. Without sacrificing musical substance, Avi has succeeded in creating intelligent music that also feels good.

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Sydnei Carvalho - Sydnei Carvalho

Sydnei Carvalho - Sydnei Carvalho

Released: 1995
Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock/Fusion)

1 Um Dia Após o Outro
2 Enterprise
3 Pagé
4 Friendship
5 The Way We Know Each Other
6 Tina
7 Bocateando
8 Mr. Kazama

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Dave Odegaard - Second Attention

Dave Odegaard - Second Attention

Instrumental Rock Guitar. SECOND ATTENTION is an ultimate mix of progressive rock, bleeding guitar ballads and a rocking alternative to toe-tapping, finger-snapping, head-banging jams that move the listener through an aural trip of impassioned imagery.

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Kaori Muraji - Sinfonia

Kaori Muraji - Sinfonia
Kaori Muraji was born in Tokyo in 1978. Her first guitar lessons were from her father, Noboru Muraji, when she was 3 years old. She won the top prize at the 1989 Junior Guitar Contest, and was the winner of the Student Guitar Competition in two consecutive years 1989 and 1991. She was the youngest ever student to win the Leo Brouwer International Guitar Concours and Tokyo International Guitar Concours in 1992. Her debut recital was in March 1993 at Tsuda Hall in Tokyo. In October her first CD (Espressivo) was released from Victor Entertainment of whom she is an exclusive artist. In January 1995, her second CD (Gleensleeves) was released. In July 1996, her third CD (Sinfonia) was released. In March 1995 she was given the 5th Idemitsu Music Awards. She played Rodrigo's Aranjuez Concert in 3 concerts with Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI conducted by Guido Guida in May/June 1996, this time in Torino, with television on RAI throughout Italy, which met with great public and critical acclaim. In 1997, her fourth CD (Pastorale), in 1998 her fifth CD (Cavatina) were became best sellers and met with excellent reviews.

01.Sonata K.380_L.23 (D.Scalatti,Arr.By C.Barrueco)
02.Sonata K.391_L.79 (D.Scalatti,Arr.By C.Barrueco)
03.Sonata K.146_L.349 (D.Scalatti,Arr.By C.Barrueco)
04.Menuet BWV Anh.114 (J.S.Bach,Arr.By K.Muraji)
05.Menuet BWV Anh.115 (J.S.Bach,Arr.By K.Muraji)
06.Sinfonia From Kantate No.156 BWV 156 (J.S.Bach,Arr.By K.Muraji)
07.Sonata K.1_L.366 (D.Scalatti,Arr.By L.Brouwer)
08.Sonata K.9_L.413 (D.Scalatti,Arr.By E.Pujol)
09.Sonata K.11_L.352 (D.Scalatti,Arr.By A.Segovia)
10.Sonata K.262_L.446 (D.Scalatti,Arr.By R.Andia)
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12.2nd mov.Allegro
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16.Polonaise (BMV Anh.125) (Ph.E.Bach.Arr.By K.Muraji)
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John Raptis - The Circle

John Raptis - The Circle

Bassist Michael Evdemon writes about Greek guitarist John Raptis 2005 CD, "The Circle is the perfect title to describe the "spirit" of the team (Raptis, drummer Kalistridis and myself). All three of these guys share the same way of thinking regarding "making music". To improvise, to communicate, to listen, to support, to have fun - these are only a few of the phrases that describe their way of making music. Putting these words together we have a "circle" of harmonies, grooves and solos that make these guys feel free and content." The listener will hear Raptis work his improvisational magic on guitar and guitar synth over the seven instrumental fusion tracks, an exciting follow up to his 2004 album, "Trip". Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Fusion/Jazz)

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Yanliang Lee - Superstar

Yanliang Lee - Superstar

One of the best guitar albums in China since Powell Young's "2065 Flying Fingers" was recorded by axeman Yanliang Lee, entitled Superstar. Lee favors more contemporary arrangements, with plenty of space for blistering solos from his Les Paul, or other guitar du jour. The liner notes are almost completely in Chinese, so information is scarce, but you can amaze your friends with your own take on what's happening on this mostly instrumental release. The sound clips will have to suffice, so give Lee and his music a careful listen. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock)

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Tal Farlow - The Return Of Tal Farlow

Tal Farlow - The Return Of Tal Farlow

1. Straight, No Chaser
2. Darn That Dream
3. Summertime
4. Sometime Ago
5. I’ll Remember April
6. My Romance
7. Crazy, She Calls Me

Tal Farlow: Guitar
John Scully: Piano
Jack Six: Bass
Alan Dawson: Drums

Instrumental Guitar (Electric/Jazz)

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PHIL GUY - He's My Blues Brother

PHIL GUY - He's My Blues Brother

Phil Guy has become one of Chicago’s most rock solid and legendary blues performers. Not afraid to tackle anything or any genre, he mixes his performances with R& B, rock-and-roll - and hip-hop - entertaining people of all ages.
Phil acknowledges that “the 1990’s are gone, and now in the 2000’s, everybody’s back on the floor dancing.”
Phil Guy is always ready to boogie and give the people what they want – whether it’s some down home Louisiana blues, Sweet Home Chicago Blues, Funky James Brown tunes, Rolling Stones “Missing You,” or today’s hip-hop – Phil delivers more than what audiences expect. “Fun” should be his middle name.

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Martin Motnik - Bass Invader

Bass Invader is the title of German bassist Martin Motnik's solo CD with bass, of course, as the main instrument. Motnik began recording the album with the idea in mind to give the listener an overview of all of his many different playing techniques and musical styles. The songs will capture the interest of non-musicians as well, as Motnik uses a creative compositional style to highlight the bass and keep the melody relevant. Bass Invader features none other than Gregg Bissonette on drums, and, as a special guest, you will hear Swedish master guitarist Mattias IA Eklundh on two songs! The basses he uses are two Roya 5 string (fretted and fretless) by Jens Ritter, an acoustic Ibanez AEB 10 and an Esh 6 string. Bass Professor wrote in April 2005 about the CD, "Bass Invader presents a sweeping blow on all possibilities of playing bass - Motnik masters them all, no matter if slow, fast, tapped or beating with the thumb." Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Rock/Fusion). (guitar9.com).

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John Inman - Modeous Eclectic

John Inman - Modeous Eclectic

On "Modeous Eclectic", Dallas-based guitarist John Inman blends fusion and jazz influences with progressive rock textures to create the often moody and intricate soundscapes that embody this release. Inman incorporates the influences of a varied list of players including Randy Rhoads, Al DiMeola, Neil Schon, Joe Satriani and Eric Johnson. Technical prowess combined with pure emotion and melodic sensibility make Inman's compositions interesting to the average "guitar-head", but can easily be enjoyed by any and all. Highlights include "Vegas Sunset", "Altered States" and "Trip The Light". Instrumental Guitar (Electric/Fusion/Progressive)

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Steve Topping - Time and Distance

Steve Topping - Time and Distance

Andy Holdsworth writes in the liner notes about guitarist Steve Topping's solo instrumental fusion release "Time And Distance", "Musical truth is abstract - in its genesis, and in its experience. The engines of its meaning are not represented on its surface - the source of its renewal will not be found there - in style. Music that is arrived at by the appropriation of style cannot be real. The vast cultural legact exerts such centrifugal force that it tempts us to go shopping in a candy store of styles - but our engagement in pre-existing contexts is only legitimised when distilled - through the small voice inside. Music that is arrived at by the distillation of style cannot but be real. No matter how simple the technical means or manner of expression, it is only through this process that we can ever hope to convey our interior experience, with which, at its still centre, music is joined." Topping's CD also features Allan Holdsworth's original I.O.U. rhythm section of Gary Husband (drums) and Paul Carmichael (bass).

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Jartse Tuominen and the Takala Project - Progressive

Jartse Tuominen and the Takala Project - Progressive

Progressive features the improvisational progressive fusion music of Finnish guitarist Jartse Tuominen supported by drummer Matti Takala and bassist Kilroy Koskimies. The Takala Project was established originally in 1988, and Progressive was recorded in 1991, the U.S. edition of which was recently released. How to describe their music? Let's assume that Billy Cobham, Steve Gadd, Al Di Meola, Steve Vai, Steve Morse, Billy Sheehan and Jaco Pastorius were in the audience at a Takala Project gig. They would certainly recogize aspects of their own music, but they wouldn't be able to keep their butts on the bench. The partying aspect of the group's gigs is such an overwhelming experience. Tuominen's group was a hyperactive trio in their own distinctive style. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Fusion/Progressive)

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Nicola Costa - Electric Roots

Nicola Costa - Electric Roots

Nicola Costa talks about his rock and blues CD, "Electric Roots is the first album I've released as a solo artist. It's an all-original and instrumental guitar record featuring some of the finest musicians in Italy! The ten tracks comprising Electric Roots include a mix ranging from blues to rock to electric jazz. Electric Roots was recorded in Rome and mastered in Los Angels by Joe Gastwirt." Joe Romagnola at the Grooveyard adds, "Nicola Costa is an outstanding, world-class player who stands tall with the best of them. The bluesy-fusion direction/vibe grooves hard and his liquid organic tones are authentic and pure. The heavy Michael Landau inspiration on "Little Boy Blues" shines deep. Costa and his people did a excellent job on the rather superb Electric Roots disc." Instrumental Guitar (Electric/Rock/Blues)

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Fred Hamm - Aquarius Dreams

Fred Hamm - Aquarius Dreams

French guitarist Fred Hamm's 2000 solo instrumental CD, "Aquarius Dreams", blends hard rock and progressive rock influences, as well as shades of Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Ron Thal. Featured are bassist Pascal Mulot (voted best fusion bass player in 2003). and drummers Doudou Weiss and Gilles Choir (official demonstrator for Zildjian and Pearl). With a fusion of rock, jazz, metal and progressive, all tracks are heavily guitar dominated, recalling the great Satriani and Stuart Hamm collaborations. The song "Aquarius" is moreover dedicated to Satriani. "Aquarius Dreams" has remarkable energy - certain fragments, such as "Song For The Natives", blend rock 'n' roll with samples added to embellish the melody.

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Larry Mitchell - Sonic Temple

Brooklyn born, long-time trusty Ibanez endorsee, musician/guitarist/producer Larry Mitchell played everything with everyone. his versatility allowed him not only to cover every kind of genres they wanted him to play, but also to express himself production-wise during the last 6 years, with great results.He started playing guitar because of kind of a "diplomatic accident", as he tells: "I started playing guitar at age 9, after my mom threw my drumset out of the window..." he then realized he was made for it and he soon won many contests, like New York City's "Limelight Guitar Solo Contest" in 1987. Self taught, his initial influences and roots stem from R&B and funk, with strong emphasis on rhythmic playing. Larry's curiosity in rock guitar, leads and sound effects grew from his eye opening exposure to the sounds of Prince and Van Halen. His style became more dynamic and aggressive, but never forgetting his initial inspirations. In 1988 he's got his endorsement with Ibanez, then he's got his first World Tour with Miguel Bose. in 1990 his first album "Larry Mitchell" (Grudge Records) came out and then he's started working on Rik Ocasek's "Fire Ball Music" album, and also performed with him at the Light House Benefit and at the China Club Unannounced Show. in 1991 Larry toured with rock singer Billy Squier, and a year later he toured with Tracy Chapman.Larry also worked with various artists, like TM.Stevens (Black Rock Christmas TV Show in Germany and Japan), and Sandra Bernard. in 1993 his REH' instructional video "The Linking System" (Warner Bros) came out.In 1993 Larry also released his second album "Mind, Body, Soul" (Guitar Player Records and Ridgetop Music), then between 1994-1995 he performed on the Jon Stewart Show with Coolio, Montel Jordan, Pete Rock and C.L.Smooth. in 1995 album "Escape: Acoustic Passages Vol.1" came out for his own label, String Time Music (America) & Bandai (Japan). two years later Larry released another album, "Temptation" (String Time Music) and in 1999 his album "Insatiable" (String Time Music) won San Diego Music Awards "Best Pop-Jazz". In 1995 Larry produced the "Rust Charles Band" first outside production, and he's been producing other artists since 1999. Various Singer songwriters, Rock, Acoustic folk, Pop and R&B won Awards for best production. Larry is currently in production of New Instrumental Rock/Fusion CD "Sonic Temple".

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Ronny Heimdal - Timequake

Icy Scandinavian arrangements (cf. Miles Davis' Aura) do battle for space with Zappa-like and, of course, Rypdal-sounding solos on this lengthy, near 70 minute CD. Synth textures repeatedly hint of Garbarek's recent Rites while funkier textures move towards the grungier end of the spectrum - not easy to incorporate into the same track, but tight playing and well structured compositions make it work here. Even if you are into this more abstracted jazz rock, on some tracks sparse pounding backbeats can be monotonous, while on others the drumming is imaginative and complex. Switches in tempo and canny use of exciting keyboard snippets and acoustic interventions keep the ear interested, making even the shred-like material more than just enjoyable. Featuring: Ronny Heimdal (Guitar); Zsolt Meszaros (Drums); Fritz A. Aga(Bass) .

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Michael Fath - Suspended Animation

Michael Fath - Suspended Animation

Suspended Animation, from guitarist Michael Fath, highlights the Virginia shredder's unique tone, wicked wah-wah work and complex compositional style. The nine cuts comprising the CD feature the incredible speed and dexterity of Fath's single note work, and include a '90's-style, Pentium-speed remake of Deep Purple's chugging classic, "Highway Star" as well as a guitaristic reinterpretaion of the classic "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place". Suspended Animation also includes several acoustic pieces performed on classical guitar -- adding another dimension to an artist more versatile than the majority of contemporary musicians. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Shred) Info: guitar9.com

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Tommy Ilmarinen - Black Satin

Tommy Ilmarinen - Black Satin

Tommy Ilmarinen - Guitars
Immu Ilmarinen - Bass
Heikki Malmberg - Drums
Jukka Tappola - Keyboards

Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock)

1. Menage A Trois
2. Black Satin
3. Xenopia
4. Until We Meet Again
5. Elephant Boy
6. Emeralds
7. The Punisher
8. Rainmaker
9. Snowflake
10. Wakizashi
11. Sirena Song

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Andrea Palazzo - Ovunque... Wherever!

Andrea Palazzo - Ovunque... Wherever!

Session-man , soloist & clinician, endorser YAMAHA and Galli Strings, was born in Naples on June 11, 1973.
• Starts studying guitar at the age of 8 anni taking his first lessons from Raffaele Battimelli (leader of an Italian pop band called S-lips – LP “Arcobaleno”, 1982 – C.C.R.C.). At 16 starts playing gigs. At 18 studies with Gianni Tamburelli (a Hollywood G.I.T. graduated in 1989).
• From April ‘til September 1998 completes the “Professional Guitar Program” at G.I.T. (Musicians Institute – Hollywood, California).
• From 2001 to 2003 he’s the guitar player for the “PASSAPAROLA”(a Canale 5 – Mediaset – Program ) orchestra. At present he’s acting as session-man for Italian artists and doing guitar lessons and clinics all over Italy.
•During summer 2006 he was the guitarist in the band of a Rai 2 TV show called “Tintarella di Luna”. •Now he’s performing in the Nino D’Angelo Live tour 2007 ( ninodangelo.com )

AS SOLOIST AND CLINICIAN On April 30, 2004, came out “Ovunque…Wherever!”, the first Andrea Palazzo solo CD, published and distributed by Azzurramusic label, and presented at Soave 2004 guitar festival .

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Agah Bahari - The Second Sight of a Mind

Agah Bahari - The Second Sight of a Mind


One of a kind adventurous instrumental progressive metal collaboration between Agah Bahari, Derek Sherinian, Virgil Donati and Ric Fierabracci.

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"Agah Bahari is writing cutting edge instrumental progressive rock.His guitar playing is very impressive as well." Derek Sherinian

"Agah is a great up and coming writer and guitarist who has a really fresh sounding approach that is really welcomed by me." Ric Fierabracci

There is many progressive rocker in Iran that are very technical, but Agah is a young musician that plays with passion and out of love for the music. His music is pure modern prog/rock without any national and cultural limitations." ZirZamin.se

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Al Estrada - Freedon to Burn

Al Estrada - Freedon to Burn

01. Lyght OF Day
02. Freedom
03. The Scorpion
04. El Rey
05. Spanish Eyes
06. Unkown Zone
07. Kaos
08. Dead Of Night
09. Acoustic Breeze
10. Funk 2000
11. The Chase
12. Echo Love
13. A Long Goodbye
14. Where There's Smoke...There's Fire!

Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Shred/Hard Rock)

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Ted Kuo - Alien Guitar Hero

Ted Kuo - Alien Guitar Hero

Blending hard rock, neo-classical metal and shred genres is China's Ted Kuo, the slightly heavier counterpart to Powell Young on his CD Alien Guitar Hero. The ripping guitar is supplemented by keyboard and drum machine backing, but display Kuo's advanced technical gifts. The liner notes are almost completely in Chinese, so information is scarce, but you can amaze your friends with your own take on what's happening on this mostly instrumental release. The sound clips will have to suffice, so give Kuo and his music a careful listen. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock/Neo-Classical Metal) Info: guitar9.com

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GuitarStew - Jim & Jam

GuitarStew - Jim & Jam

Jim & Jam is the 2004 instrumental collaborative work of Danish rock/pop, metal/blues/fusion guitarists Jacob Kjaer, Tonni Rahm and Mac Gaunaa. The GuitarStew project originated out of a series of jam sessions, where the basic idea was that all of the soloing was to be improvised. An additional rule was that if two of the three players liked a specific take, it should be kept - regardless of who liked it or not. All the backing tracks/songs were written by Jacob Kjaer and Tonni Rahm, but it was forbidden for the composer to solo over the track prior to the jam session; this way the spontanity and energy was captured for everyone, since the track would be totally 'fresh' for all. The results of these jam sessions were so impressive that the three decided it should be available to all the instrumental guitar lovers out there. The result of this is the ten songs on the GuitarStew CD Jim & Jam. All three musicians feel that the result really reflect the spontanity, joy, energy and emotion linked with improvised guitar at its best! Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock/Fusion)

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Jimmy Mcintosh - Orleans To London

Jimmy Mcintosh - Orleans To London

Purchase Jimmy's debut solo cd "Orleans to London" featuring Ronnie Wood of The Rolling Stones, Art Neville, Ivan Neville, Cyril Neville and "Mean" Willie Green of The Neville Brothers and mystery guest(Hot Rod) on guitar.

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Sydnei Carvalho - Riding Over The Edge

Sydnei Carvalho - Riding Over The Edge

In the tradition of hard rock Brazilian guitarists such as Alex Martinho comes Sydnei Carvalho with his solo CD Riding Over The Edge. The CD features 7 high energy instrumental cuts and 3 vocal tracks (in English), sung by bassist and co-producer Jotinha. Not well known yet to the English speaking guitar world, Carvalho hopes to change that with his solo CD, as well as with his fusiony band CD (V8's "No Conventions") and the compilation CD "Guitarras Vol. 1". Tracks such "Electra", "The Cage", "Razor's Edge" and "Shining Eyes" showcase Carvalho's unusual guitar style, aided by a number of powerful drummers, including Ivan Busic and Mauricio Leite. Check out Riding Over The Edge for a glimpse into the Brazilian hard rock guitar world. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Hard Rock/Fusion)

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Dimitris Pantazis - Wayfarer - Cygnus X-1

Dimitris Pantazis - Wayfarer - Cygnus X-1

Cygnus X-1 is the first CD release by Dimitris Pantazis, a twenty-one year old guitarist from Greece. Pantazis participated in several musical projects, including a Greek hard rock band before creating Cygnus X-1, doing all the production, performing and recording himself. The CD features seven all instrumental tracks with lots of tempo and style variations, full of feeling, power and melodic sensibility. All guitar work is performed by Dimitris Pantazis, while Greek guitar virtuoso Theodore Ziras, who has been working with and teaching Pantazis for the past six years, assisted in mixing and mastering. Don't miss the album about which Wayne Klinger at F.A.R. Out! wrote, "Another great instrumentalist off the Secret Port label that offers some sci-fi, Oriental and Asian-mixed progressiveness with a lot of ambience and atmosphere, since the three main elements are heavy rhythms, great lead work and mood-induding keyboards." Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Heavy Metal/Progressive)

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T.D. Clark - Perspective

T.D. Clark - Perspective

T.D Clark's sophomore release Perspective is filled from top to bottom with great guitar stylings and top notch songwriting. Perspective creates a whole new category for guitar music by combining smoking instrumental cuts with vocal performances. Clark obviously wasn't listening when people said great guitar players can't write great songs because you get fiery arena vocal performances ("Mary Love", "Runaround"), combined with instrumental tracks like "Avalanche", "Still Waters" and "The Fugitive", that display incredible feel as well as scorching technique. Perspective takes guitar playing to new heights with dizzying results. Clark turned up the heat on this release by enlisting guitar legend Michael Angelo as producer, which definitely added a boost to the creative energy. Instrumental Guitar (Electric (Heavy)/Rock)

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Andy Gerome - Miles Of Horizon

Andy Gerome - Miles Of Horizon

Miles Of Horizon is Andy Gerome's solo debut CD, and features 10 impressive instrumental rock cuts with an emphasis on expressive songwriting and tasty fretwork. Gerome, who has gigged with the legendary blues group Savoy Brown, spices his compositions with blues licks, renegade jazz moments and high-energy riffage all held together by his advanced melodic sense and quality production. Fans of instrumental guitar will love Gerome's work on songs such as "Mind Over Matter", "The Creature" and "Far From Cairo". Instrumental Guitar (Electric/Rock/Fusion)

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Randy Pevler - Chrome

Randy Pevler - Chrome

Chrome, Randy Pevler's third all instrumental CD, is a ripping collection consisting of 13 tracks of high energy hard rock / metal compositions. Together with ex-White Lion bassist James LoMenzo and long time drummer Donny Sarian, tunes like "Eurothing", "Maiden Voyage" and the the title track push this release into classic metal territory. The follow up to "Inside Looking Out" shows Pevler has moved to a new level of playing and confidence - exemplified in every aspect of the recording. This is Randy Pevler at his very finest.

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