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STILL PINCH MYSELF

Twenty-two years ago, and with only two guitars in my arsenal at the time, I became an artist endorser for Ibanez guitars. I still pinch myself. I won’t rehash the whole story, as you can find it on here under the title “20 Years”. Everything you need to know is there. But I will sayContinue reading “STILL PINCH MYSELF”

WHAT A WEEKEND!!!

What a weekend!! Actually, the whole week was great. Haven’t said that in a long time. Getting more private students, as well as more students between the two stores where I teach. Oh and I did two gigs this weekend… Let’s recap! Friday night was the gig with Supernova at Black River Barn. I’ve playedContinue reading “WHAT A WEEKEND!!!”

I’VE ARRIVED!

I’ve arrived! How so? My friend Louis found a used copy of LAYERS OF TIME at a thrift store in West Milford, NJ! You’ve made it when you wind up in the used cd section. He posted these pics earlier today (July 19) and I sat at my laptop thinking “Wow, someone decided to discardContinue reading “I’VE ARRIVED!”

HALFWAY DONE

So I played a gig this past Friday with the cover band CRASH. Yeah it was cool, perfect weather, outdoor gig, played for only 90 minutes as opposed to doing three sets over the course of a few hours. Not complaining at all, if anything I am grateful for any opportunities that swing my way.Continue reading “HALFWAY DONE”

DIDN’T EXPECT THIS? (NEITHER DID I!)

What happens when you pick up a 7-string guitar, drop the low B to low A on a whim, and a bunch of chords come out? You record it before the feeling goes away. That’s exactly what happened to me this morning (July 3, which also happens to be my son Julian’s 24th birthday!) YouContinue reading “DIDN’T EXPECT THIS? (NEITHER DID I!)”

WORDS THAT STILL ECHO…

Many years ago, in a (empty) galaxy far far away, I worked at a music store. Sold guitars, amps, pedals. Was stressful but could be fun just the same. In the guitar department was a gentleman named James who always seemed to have wise words for me when I was struggling to be recognized andContinue reading “WORDS THAT STILL ECHO…”

WHEN IT RAINS (IN A GOOD WAY…)

When it rains, it pours. Sometimes in a good way! Does the above image shock you? It certainly surprises me, and I created the damn thing! Been a long time since I did a list of “tour dates” (tongue firmly in cheek) so breathe this in, my friends! You are all familiar with Supernova, asContinue reading “WHEN IT RAINS (IN A GOOD WAY…)”