Author: Zack

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In this episode:

• Inspiration from Chet Atkins
• The book that renewed Sam’s commitment to guitar
• Sam’s new album
• New custom guitar
• How to start practicing fingerstyle guitar
  • Carcassi & Carulli
• The importance of body awareness
  • Pumping Nylon
• Unlocking the guitar with triads

Musicians mentioned:

Pepe Romero

Merle Travis

Leo Kottke

Gamble Rogers

Ryan Gerber

Jerry Reed

Bach (Prelude, 4th Lute Suite, BWV 1006a)

 

Sam’s Website

 

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In this episode, Oz talks about

• The new funk album
• The importance of the right drummer
• Having his music transcribed by Allen Toussaint 
• Playing blues with Warren Haynes
• 3 lessons to take your playing to the next level

 

Music mentioned:

Emotion and Commotion

Still Life (Talking)

Stevie Ray Vaughn

Mental Fatigue

Chick Corea’s Elektric Band

Kurt Rosenwinkle

 

Oz on My Music Masterclass

 

 

Intro/Outro Music By Sean Ashe

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In this episode:

• Break dancing
• Practicing 8 hours a day
• The origins of CHON
• Live & recording gear
• Creating guitar exercises
• YouTube guitar lessons
• Advice for other musicians

Bands mentioned:

Animals As Leaders

Circa Survive

The Fall of Troy

The Dear Hunter

Guthrie Govan

Gear Mentioned:

VOX AC30

The Warden Optical Compressor Effects Pedal

Ibanez Guitars

Dunlop Tortex Sharp Guitar Picks