Talking during a Performance

Let me be perfectly clear. Listen to the artists they are playing. If you must speak, go out the lobby or the outside common area. I don't care if you paid and are entitled. You are also entitled to free speech but exercising that right is not appropriate at a concert, movie, play et cetera............ Talking during the show is rude. Those of you who talk are indeed entitled, entitled to a good Azz kicking.

If you think the artist isn't doing well or deserve your attention at the moment then you must also realize that others might have a different opinion. So put down the hand phone, take your conversation out of the show and try being polite.

Jeff Tweedy is dealing with the inconsiderate yahoo's in this video in a unique manner! Kudos Jeff!!!!

Guitarist Alvin Lee Passed away RIP

Guitarist Alvin Lee passed away due to unforeseen complications following a routine surgery, Alvin was 68.

Alvin was a monster player and his untimely demise is certain to shake the guitar world awake. Alvin was hugely successful in the "Ten Years After" band and penned such supercharged tunes like I'm going home,  and the timeless I'd like to change the world among others. His scorching riffs paved the way for future shredders.

This is a link to Guitar worlds last interview with Alvin!

RIP Alvin!

Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole C.F.MARTIN Ukelele

Martin is offering a special edition Ukulele that will include a label signed by IZ's wife Marleen. This special ukelele was made for a man that needed a body big enough for his heart. IZ was so special that besides being a wonderful human being, he has transcended into a Hawaii cultural ambassador and local legend.

His commemorative instrument is simply beautiful. The top and sides are made of solid quilted mahogany, Solid East Indian Rosewood head plate, "IZ" letter inlays in Hawaiian Koa, Solid East Indian Rosewood fret board, and Japanese Awabi shell Hibiscus Flower inlay. Truly a magical instrument.

One very cool feature is the friction style string pegs that are actually really mechanized tuners. The geared tuners are a relatively new feature and these "Pegheads," will take some of the trouble out of keeping the instrument in tune!

Go to Iz's official biography page!

Go to Iz's official autobiography page (as nice letter)!

Official information link here!

E noho hau'oli, e aloha, e 'aka!

Eric Clapton Crossroads Collection

Guitar Center is featuring a collaboration of Eric Clapton's historic collection of reissues. Featured are Fender models, Gibson, and C.F. Martin guitars.

All of these instruments are rather expensive but aside from their untouchable cost they are beautiful and wonderful collector models. A lot of time is spent recreating these fine instruments. If you want a serious reality check - view the Martin models! Starting at $45,000 a cost that only Ellison or Zuckerberg could afford............ Some of the proceeds from the instrument sale goes towards the support of Crossroads Foundation. BE SURE TO WATCH THE 2013 CROSSROADS GUITAR FESTIVAL!

The Gibson "Lucy" Les Paul that George Harrison owned and Eric used on "While my guitar gently weeps"

The Fender Strat - Brownie - Very nice Strat that was nicked from Eric - Fender Strat - Brownie!

The C.F. Martin guitars. Like Eric says, most players prefer Martin guitars. I've experienced the same phenomenon. The Martin 00-45 EC and the 00-45 Madagascar are sublime instruments.





Last but not least - The Fender re-pro amps! Far from the exorbitant cost of the Martin guitars, most lay people can afford to duplicate Eric Clapton's electric sound! LINK HERE!

Automatic Guitar Tuners

Goltar has created an automated tuner for your guitar. A lot of time and thought was put into this process and the work really does need to be completed but I think something further offspring will come from this design. This particular design by Goltar is still alluding me as to it's capability.

We've seen this animal before with the Tunermatic which was patented by ActionTuners and that tool is useful to those who string many guitars sequentially, with the Tunermantic they could accomplish two tasks at once. Gibson also has an auto tune function called the T-min-Etune.

Technologically speaking, the min-Etune is very compact and unobtrusive. It's handy because the guitar will always be in tune. Gibson worked hard to make this application streamlined and functional. It's a tremendous amount of work and they should be applauded for taking this risk. Will this propel the guitar in a new direction? Well, Eddie Van Halen propelled the guitar in a new direction without any mechanical or electrical gimmick. The music world is straight forward crazy so only time will tell if the automated tuner assist technology is robust!

One thing is certain; in terms of technology, the last five years as seen a tremendous amount of R&D time and money invested in making the guitar a better instrument.

Still the question begs to be asked; is this tool useful, functional, unobtrusive, and advanced? Does the design seem inevitable? If the world answers YES! There you have it.

I welcome comments...............

Los Lonely Boys Guitarist Falls during show

Henry Garza, lead guitarist for Los Lonely Boys, was injured after falling into the orchestra pit during a performance at the Downey Theatre last night.

Audience members told the Patriot that the spill occurred at the end of the 90-minute show.

Garza was carried backstage where he was treated by paramedics, witnesses said.


The extent of Garza's injuries is unknown but in a statement, the band said "he'll be fine."

"Keep praying and thank you all so much for the positive love and prayers!," the band said. "Henry says to tell you all, a super big thanks to everyone for all the prayers and love! He also says to tell y'all he's fine and he will be ok!"

Happy Birthday Johnny Cash

The man in black Johnny Cash would be 81 today if he was still with us.

Happy Birthday Johnny!