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Prashant Aswani Interview for Guitar Noize

Jon over at Guitar Noize has a nice interview up with Prashant Aswani. Prashant discusses his new album Sonically Speaking.

Guitar Noize: Interview - Prashant Aswani

Photos: The New Universe Music Festival - Day One

Day One of the Abstract Logix New Universe Music Festival was unreal. Every single player was in top form. I'm so glad they are filming this; there were some amazing moments that just need to be seen. Alex Machacek's killer solos; Wayne Krantz sitting in with Ranjit Barot and Human Element; Herring's intense, emotional playing - particularly on "New Moon" and "Since I've Been Loving You"; the incredible Neal Fountain and Jeff Sipe pullng double-duty with Machacek and Herring. Great stuff. I can't wait for the DVD! It was great meeting some of my favorite players as well. Krantz in particular was super-cool. Check the link below for a sampling of my Day One pics. Day Two tonight!

Photos: The New Universe Music Festival - Day One

 

Heading to the Abstract Logix New Universe Music Festival!

I'm leaving for North Carolina tonight to attend the Abstract Logix New Universe Music Festival. All of the top artists from the Abstract Logix Label will be there - John McLaughlin, Jimmy Herring, Alex Machacek, Wayne Krantz, Lenny White, Scott Kinsey, Ranjit Barot; the lineup is amazing. Percussionist Zakir Hussain will be making a special appearance as well, sitting in with McLaughlin - his old bandmate from Shakti. In addition to taking in the festivites, I'll be onsite conducting video interviews with the players for use on the DVD they are filming of the event. Be sure to follow me on Twitter for updates throughout this incredible weekend. Stay tuned!

 

Jeff Beck 2011 Les Paul Tribute Tour and CD/DVD Release

Saw this on Jason Shadrick's site: Jeff Beck will be playing a series of Les Paul Tribute shows next March and April - See below for dates and venues. Also, highlights from Beck's recent Les Paul Tribute show at the Iridium in New York will be broadcast soon on PBS, and released on CD and DVD on February 22 2011 as Rock And Roll Party To Honor Les Paul. Go to Jambands.com for more info.

Jeff Beck’s 2011 Les Paul Tribute Shows

March 24 Washington, D.C.—9:30 Club
March 25 Philadelphia, PA—Keswick Theater
March 26 Boston, MA—The Wang Centre
March 28 New York, NY—Beacon Theatre
March 29 New Brunswick, NJ—State Theatre
March 31 Ann Arbor, MI—Michigan Theatre
April 1 Chicago, IL—Cadillac Palace Theatre
April 4 Grand Prairie, TX—Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie
April 5 Austin, TX—Austin City Limits Live at Moody Theatre
April 8 Los Angeles, CA—Venue TBD

 

Jeff Beck Honors Les Paul at the Iriduim - How High the Moon

Videos: Jimmy Herring Band - Live in Boston 11/16/10

Three videos of Jimmy Herring performing at the House of Blues in Boston MA on 11/16/10. With Jeff Sipe on drums, Neal Fountain on bass, and Matt Slocum on keys.

Videos: Jimmy Herring Band - Live at Toad's Place 11/12/10

Two more videos - "New Moon" and "Impressions" - from Jimmy Herring's 11/12/10 show at Toad's Place in New Haven, CT. With Jeff Sipe on drums, Neal Fountain on bass, and Matt Slocum on keys.

Jimmy Herring Interview for Premier Guitar

Great interview with Jimmy Herring in the new issue of Premier Guitar Magazine. Herring talks with PG Associate Editor Jason Shadrick about his gear, playing with Lenny White, and much more.

 

Premier Guitar - Jimmy Herring: Triple-T Threat

Video: Eric Johnson Discusses His Jimi Hendrix Experience Tour Gear

Cool video from MusicRadar.com. Eric Johnson gives a run down of his Jimi Hendrix Experience Tour gear.

Current Listening (and Reading... and Viewing)

Here's what I've been listening to, and reading, and watching lately...

Bombastic Meatbats featuring Chad Smith - More Meat

Awesome funky throwback fusion. Killer version of "Moby Dick." With Jeff Kollman on guitar.

 

Gary Husband - Dirty & Beautiful Volume 1

Great writing and playing with an incredible guest list. Includes Allan Holdsworth, John McLaughlin, Jan Hammer, Jerry Goodman, Steve Topping, Steve Hackett, and many others.

Ranjit Barot - Bada Boom

Excellent fusion of Indian music and western jazz harmony. Guests include Wayne Krantz, John McLaughlin, Mattias IA Eklund, Matt Garrison, and others.

 

Prashant Aswani - Sonically Speaking (Review)

Highly melodic instrumental rock album with great playing from all involved. Includes guests Brett Garsed and Rob Caggiano.

 

Anil Prasad - Innerviews: Music Without Borders (Book)

Excellent collection of musician interviews from Innerviews founder Anil Prasad. The diverse list of featured artists includes John McLaughlin, Leo Kottke, Michael Hedges, Chuck D, McCoy Tyner, Bela Fleck, and many others. A great read.

 

Eric Clapton - Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010 (Blu-ray)

DVD release of this year's Crossroads Guitar Festival. Loaded with great performances and backstage footage.

Video: Jimmy Herring Band - Live in Pawtucket, RI 11/13/10 "Transients"

Jimmy Herring playing "Transients" last night at The Met in Pawtucket, RI. With Jeff Sipe on drums, Neal Fountain on bass, and Matt Slocum on keys. Can't wait to see these guys next weekend at the New Universe Music Festival.

Chris Poland to perform with Percy Jones at Rochester NY Clinic on Nov 20th

Chris Poland will be giving a clinic and performance at House of Guitars in Rochester, NY on November 20th 2010 at 2:00pm. Special guests performing alongside Poland will include guitarist Michael Angelo Batio, Poland's old band Welkin, and (just announced!) bass legend Percy Jones (Brand X). Visit the House of Guitars website for more info.

Videos: John McLaughlin and the 4th Dimension - Live in Toronto 11/11/10

Several videos of John McLaughlin and the 4th Dimension performing live at Koerner Hall in Toronto on Nov 11th, 2010. With Gary Husband on keys, Etienne Mbappe on bass, and Mark Mondesir on drums.