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Frank Gambale Gear & Equipment (2017)
Artist:Frank Gambale Associated act(s):Chick Corea Date published:12 January 2017 Guitars GuitarModelColorPrice CarvinFrank Gambale FG1VariousN/A CortFrank Gambale LuxeNaturalN/A Amplifiers...
View ArticleStyling and Maintaining a Rock Musicians Hairstyle
Choose a stylist carefully – It all starts with a good hair cut. You should seek out a hair stylist that understands your needs as an individual. This isn’t always an easy task, so my recommendation...
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Jimi Hendrix Gear & Equipment
Jimi Hendrix needs no introduction. The gear that’s listed above is what was used shortly before his passing, and can be seen on the Woodstock concert footage. Jimi and his white 1968 Fender...
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Are Vocals for Me?
Singing is an important aspect of making music. People relate to the lyrics and the meaning of a song. If you take lyrics away, it’s increasingly difficult to “bond” with your listener. It’s why I...
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7 Awesome Fender Clothing Items
Are you looking for some Fender branded clothing to complement your gigs, or maybe as a great gift for somebody else? Look no further, as below you will find a list of the best Fender clothing items....
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Tips to Influence Your Audience Positively
A great way to approach the anxiety that results from performing live would be to assess your contribution to the audience members and their daily lives. Not everyone is a mainstream artist with...
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What Exactly Is Success?
In the performing industry, success can be defined in many different ways. For the hobbyist, success might mean a positive reaction from the crowd towards your performance. But for the professional, I...
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What Musicians Have in Common with Coca-Cola
The above video is a prime example of one of the many high budget Coca-Cola TV commercials. If you’re a musician you probably won’t get the luxury of your own commercial, however what we can conclude...
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Mindful Communication in the Music Industry
“Two monologues do not make a dialogue.” – Jeff Daly Mindful communication is exactly that – being deliberately conscious about the way you communicate with others. We can go further by describing it...
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Stylish Boots for Guitar Players
Do you want to add that finishing touch to your gigging outfit? There’s no better footwear for playing a gig than a great looking pair of boots. I’ve selected some of the best boots for playing live so...
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Gigging Gear Startup Guide for a Tight Budget
You don’t need to spend tons on money on playing the gig. Below I’ve listed some of the best budget guitars and gear for playing live that’s well suited for the beginner right through to the advanced...
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Why Self-Doubt Negatively Impacts a Performance
More often than not, musicians tend to struggle with the right to be on stage. I most definitely fall in to this category (and still do at times). This form of self doubt can have a negative impact on...
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Room Acoustics – Why Your Guitar Sound Changes
Did you know that the room you’re in can have a big impact on the way your guitar as well as other instruments are sounding? This is one of the things that keeps playing live fun and exciting. Every...
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How to Dress Like Angus Young
Angus Young from ACDC is still rocking his live shows in his iconic schoolboy uniform into his 60’s. The idea came about as a result of Angus returning home from school each day and going to practice...
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How to Dress Like Eddie Van Halen
Eddie Van Halen made his mark in the 1980’s as one of the greatest rock guitar players of all time. His clothing style has since changed from an eccentric 80’s costume to a sophisticated yet simple...
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4 Power Steps to Achieving Your Goals as a Musician
By undertaking a successful blueprint for achieving your goals, you’ve taken the first step to turning the invisible to the visible. Goals give us as an opportunity to improve ourselves. According to a...
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Get an SM57 Microphone for $10
The Shure SM57 is seen everywhere. It’s the go-to solution for miking guitar amps. It is, however, fairly pricey considering it’s a high quality microphone that’s built to last. They go for about $100....
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Timing Is the Key to Enchantment
If you look closely at some of the most successful bands of our time then it’s no secret that most of them have great rhythm sections. Time is one of the most important ingredients to hypnotize your...
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How to Exercise Leadership Presence in a Band
The idea of a “band” seems to be becoming less popular while the solo artist seems to have become the new norm. Apart from mainstream media which has great attentiveness on solo performers, becoming a...
View ArticleThe 3 Types of Dynamics in Music
Dynamics is another word for volume. Many people don’t know that dynamics in music can be broken up into different categories, let alone how to apply dynamics. As a performing guitarist, dynamics is...
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