Truth In Shredding

Frank Pilato: Yesterday afternoon guitar solo from album Stories

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:50:22 GMT

Yesterday afternoon guitar solo from album Stories

Jamie Robinson: This Is The Amp I've Been Waiting For!

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:49:00 GMT

This week we are taking the ‪@VictoryAmps‬ MKX amp for a spin!

This Is The Amp I've Been Waiting For!

Steve Jeffrey: Why Picking Was Never Hard For Me (And How It Can Help You)

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:47:00 GMT

For more lessons on the neoclassical style and transcriptions of classic solos by Yngwie Malmsteen, Jason Becker etc, check out my Patreon Page https://www.patreon.com/SteveJeffrey

Why Picking Was Never Hard For Me (And How It Can Help You)

Ramon Gutierrez: Andromida - Your Will, Their Sword

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:44:00 GMT

Here's my guitar playthrough for Your Will, Their Sword :) Spotify/AppleMusic/Merch/etc:
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Contact: andromidaofficial@gmail.com Proudly endorsed by: Stone Age Guitar Picks The String Source Andromida is a one-man metalcore project by composer and producer, Ramon Gutierrez. Diagnosed as legally blind at a young age, Ramon naturally felt a strong connection with music. At the age of 3, he began learning the violin. While learning the violin, it quickly became apparent that he was unable to read sheet music provided by his teachers, but that didn’t stop him. He went on to learn the instrument by ear, eventually playing pieces well known composers at a very young age. At the age of 11, Ramon decided to take on the guitar. Just like the violin, he learned completely by ear, only this time he did not have any help from teachers. Ramon is entirely self-taught on guitar. Eventually he became fascinated with the idea of writing and producing music, so he began teaching himself how to arrange songs, produce, and mix and master his own music in his late high school years. During his time in college, Ramon began taking steps to start pursuing music. After trying and failing several times to form a band, he eventually decided to take on the endeavor by himself, thus starting Andromida in 2016.
Andromida - Your Will, Their Sword - Guitar Playthrough (Argent Metal)

Quentin Godet, Luka Garotinten: Earwig

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:42:00 GMT

ten56. - Earwig (Official Guitar Bass Playthrough)

Zach Pishney,Cody Cavanaugh: Like Moths To Flames - Over the Garden Wall

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:40:04 GMT

Like Moths To Flames - Over the Garden Wall (Guitar Playthrough)

JB, Dustin: August Burns Red - The Nameless

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:38:32 GMT

August Burns Red - The Nameless (JB Guitar Playthrough)

August Burns Red - The Nameless (Dustin's Guitar Playthrough)

Nick Miller: FIRST FRAGMENT - Soif Brûlante

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:37:21 GMT

FIRST FRAGMENT - Soif Brûlante Guitar Playthrough by Nick Miller

Jesse Cash, Clint Tustin: ERRA - guitar playthroughs

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:36:00 GMT

ERRA - the many names of god guitar playthrough | jesse cash clint tustin

ERRA - gore of being guitar playthrough | jesse cash clint tustin

Justin McKinney,Chris Beattie: DELETION CULT - The Zenith Passage

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:33:12 GMT

DELETION CULT - The Zenith Passage - Justin McKinney Chris Beattie (Guitar Playthrough)

Bill Connors: Samo Salamon - one of the forgotten greats of fusion guitar??

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:32:19 GMT

Bill Connors - one of the forgotten greats of fusion guitar??

Yngwie Malmsteen: Monsters of Rock 2026 | 04/04/2026

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:12:21 GMT

Yngwie Malmsteen @ Monsters of Rock 2026 | 04/04/2026

Gary Husband: Wow! Well I can only say for me it’s the Main Event!

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:55:00 GMT

Wow! Well I can only say for me it’s the Main Event!

Since opening up my City Nights play-along to accommodate interpretations by keys, guitar and bass players (as well as drummers) my great friend Jimmy Johnson - co-conspirator and comrade of mine from those many, many years together with Allan Holdsworth - comes back and graces this new version of the tune with his inimitable genius!

As if his stellar performance on this song (with the great Vinnie Colaiuta) on our Holdsworth version of this piece from way back (“Secrets” 1989) didn’t set a standard in terms of the impeccable judgement he always spontaneously brings forth as a musician, he returns to knock us all out again on this recording tracking with me.

Difficult to explain. But nearest I can come is to suggest first to listen, (with awe, as I did on hearing this) at what he does, where he does it, how beautiful he spontaneously forms it), then play it through again listening to the bass and drums. You will hear how constantly accommodating he is of fairly dominant or outlandish drum conversational playing and how he (automatically), in the process, quite unselfishly, elevates everything I’ve done there. He doesn’t fight any of the drum ideas or attempt to “lock anything in”. His benevolent spirit weaving and supporting at every twist and turn, right in with the drums. Plus, at the same time he’s simultaneously exactly the same with me as the keyboard soloist!

This is BASS ladies and gentlemen. And no matter what kind of musical personality the drummer is, Jimmy is right there - complimenting, bending, conversationally interacting - allowing the drums room, and magically highlighting every idea I, (in this case), go for while in the process making me always sound infinitely better than I am! And THIS is why every great, famous, unknown or aspiring drummer has the revelation of his or her life playing with this man! He is adored by every drummer walking this earth who is or has been lucky enough to get the privilege to play with him .

Then, there are the notes, his genius harmonic all-knowing playfulness, that all involved in the harmony and soloist adore. Then there is the feeling! Ahhh! How he gives such musical weight and conviction to everything he plays, seemingly as easily as turning on a tap. And this is why every keys player, front line player or guitarist feel blessed to play him similarly!

Not only all these aspects, you can take his always beautifully poetic and exquisite soloing and know within seconds that it’s him. You can listen to his super economical playing with James Taylor, his quirky inventive and exquisite fundamentals with Steve Gadd Band right to all he did with Allan and know it’s the same guy. The same package. The consummate, complete voice, whatever the music.

I have, in turn, been privileged to work with Jimmy since the first time we had the experience of playing together, on an Allan Holdsworth concert back in Milwaukee 1984. I think it was 1984 anyway! It was one the highest turnarounds of my musical life back then. Every time thereafter over the many years was special. Every time!

For me to again witness this very particular sound of myself with him - a familiar and deeply cherished thing - is most moving. Like going home - slipping back to a wonderful realm where everything is real, whole, unforced, easy and beautiful.

No theatrics, shredding or superfluous antics here. Just a bass performance of sheer musical beauty and bliss from this (way too often overlooked) magnificent genius and beautiful human being.

Celebrating you Jimmy, thank you and bless you my friend.

Till the next time!

Musicians! You can play on it too!
The Videocast for City Nights is here ... https://garyhusband.com/

Deborah Gama: Be Still My Soul

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:49:28 GMT

Be Still My Soul

Olivia Milosavljevic: Lay It Down + Allstars Audition 2026

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:48:22 GMT

This is my take on Lay it Down by RATT- my dad introduced me to this band, and I think they are the embodiment of what 80s rock music was back then. I tried out a new microphone system- so the sound maybe be a little different- let me know how it sounds. Once again, this was in one take- no mixing, no stops.

Lay It Down - RATT Guitar Cover

Allstars Audition 2026 - Olivia Milosavljevic

Yutaro Abe: ASTRAL WIND - Live at ESP Gakuen

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:43:00 GMT

【Official Live Video】 Yutaro Abe's ASTRAL WIND / Live at ESP Gakuen 2026.4.3

Gt:阿部ユウタロウ
Vo:NOV
Ba:池尻晴乃介
Dr:バタヤン

M1. Forever Gone
M2. Blazing Heart Of Sorrow
M3. In The World Of Saints

Official Live Video】 Yutaro Abe's ASTRAL WIND / Live at ESP Gakuen 2026.4.3 阿部ユウタロウの「ネオクラ好きの根暗チャンネル」 5.67k subscribers

Plini: "Manala"

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:42:00 GMT

from the new album "An Unnameable Desire" – out April 24 pre-order:
https://www.plini.co
"Manala" by Plini, with: Simon Grove - bass, mixing, engineering & co-production Chris Allison - drums, percussion, additional drum engineering & co-production Dave Mackay - piano & synthesizers A.J. Minette - string production Misha Vayman - violin Mastered by Adam "Nolly" Getgood. STARRING ... EM WATERSON & ZOE FLOYD DIRECTOR ... DECLAN BLACKALL 1ST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR... HOLLY FRASER DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY ... JAMIE MCVICKER PRODUCTION DESIGNER ... ANNA GARDINER GAFFER ... BENJAMIN POWELL BEST PERSON ... LUKE GRUBER STEADICAM OPERATOR ... STEPH FURDEK 1ST ASSISTANT CAMERA... CARINA BURKE ART ASSIST ... ANGELINA YOUNG ART ASSIST ... ELLIE CHESSELL ART ASSIST ... LIAM BLACKALL Video Production by Stillpoint special thanks to: Camera Hire Sydney Sydney Props Photo Studios

Plini - "Manala"Plini - "Manala"

Edoardo Taddei: Master Boot Record - Realtime Execution

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:40:00 GMT

REALTIME EXECUTION is our first live album, but it goes far beyond a traditional live release.
https://masterbootrecord.bandcamp.com
This album captures how our music sounds when performed as a full band, offering a completely different experience from the original studio versions. While our studio albums are entirely programmed and synthesized, this recording introduces live drums, rearranged guitars, and additional performances on Commodore 64 and Amiga 500, all integrated with the original synthesized elements. Over the past few years, we developed a system with our crew that allows us to record every show using the same setup. After gathering terabytes of data, we selected the best performance of each track from different shows, turning this album into a live “best of” from our discography. This album is self-released as “Name Your Price” as a way to thank you for your support over the years. You can support us however you prefer or simply download it for free. It is also available on all major digital and streaming platforms. With 65 shows announced across the USA, Canada, Europe, and the UK, we look forward to seeing you all again! All tour dates at mbrserver.com LIVE LINE UP Vittorio D'amore (Guitar, Computers) Edoardo Taddei (Lead Guitar) Giulio Galati (Drums) REALTIME EXECUTION
0:00 - NWOSHM.TXT (Live in Toronto)
4:24 - CONFIG.SYS (Live in London)
7:27 - CPU (Live in Manchester)
10:47 - ANSI.SYS (Live in Berlin)
14:39 - FTP (Live in Nijmegen)
21:52 - IRC (Live in Philadelphia)
27:13 - VIRUS.DOS (Live in Budapest)
36:18 - CLS.NFO (Live in Bristol)
41:16 - RAM (Live in Glasgow)
46:49 - IRQ 2 CASCADE (Live in Stockholm)
51:03 - IRQ 0 SYSTEM CLOCK (Live in Nancy)
54:32 - FDD-HDD (Live in Amsterdam)
1:06:26 - BIOS (Live in Chicago)
1:10:56 - 80386 (Live in Prague)
1:17:28 - BAYAREA.BMP (Live in New York)

Roberto Barros, Pedro Torchetti: Duelo de solos

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:36:00 GMT

Another guest solo, this time for @storiaband. It was a huge pleasure recording with such a talented, high-caliber group of musicians. The concept of the video was a true “duel” between me and my friend and outstanding guitarist @gabrielvelosoguitar. Big thanks to @pedro_torchetti for the invitation. Congratulations on the track and your vocal lines, it sounds absolutely incredible. I also have to mention @pabloguillarducci and @thiago_caeiro, who are phenomenal musicians. Overall, it is always a pleasure to be part of projects with friends who create great music. If you would like me to record a solo or contribute to your project, feel free to message me on WhatsApp +55 13 99172-2146 and let’s make it happen.

Duelo de solos Roberto Barros

Sean Mann: Friday Blues Jam

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:35:00 GMT

Friday Blues Jam

Kiki Wong , Yvette Young: A Pedal & Tone Masterclass from Guitar Center Hollywood

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:34:00 GMT

Kiki Wong Yvette Young: A Pedal Tone Masterclass from Guitar Center Hollywood

Uli Jon Roth: Larvik Guitar Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:31:00 GMT

Uli Jon Roth live at Larvik Guitar Festival, Norway, March 21, 2026.

Full live set recorded at Bølgen Kulturhus.

Setlist:

Pictured Life
Catch Your Train
Sun in My Hand
We’ll Burn the Sky
In Trance
Fly to the Rainbow
The Sails of Charon
Dark Lady

Uli Jon Roth - Larvik Guitar Festival

Enoch Ren: Guthrie Govan - Waves（Improvise Practice）

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:29:16 GMT

Guthrie Govan - Waves（Improvise Practice）

Josh Meader, Virgil Donati, Junior Braguinha, Matthew Thomson: City Nights (Allan Holdsworth) - Josh Meader, Virgil Donati, Junior Braguinha, Matthew Thomson

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:29:00 GMT

City Nights (Allan Holdsworth) - Josh Meader, Virgil Donati, Junior Braguinha, Matthew Thomson

Alex Lee: Ibanez QX52B & QX527B Headless guitar

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:25:01 GMT

Ibanez QX52B + QX527B Headless guitar | Alex Lee