Guitar Speak Podcast

This week Michael Dolce announced his signing to Ibanez Guitars, after playing Cilia Guitars for 20 years. Michael talks us through this shift and talks about new models, clinics and more. Jay Parrino joins us as a special guest host for Australian Guitar News including news from Brett Williams, Chris Kamzelas, Chris Brooks, the Canadian invasion and much more.   Show Links: 'Advance Australia Fair' arranged and performed by Electric Jim May:  https://www.youtube.com/user/electricjimmay Australian Flag guitar by Pat Keegan Guitars: Pat Keegan Guitars       Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter You can support us on Patreon   Thanks for listening in!  

  Gilby Clarke joins us on the eve of his 2017 Australian Tour to talk about an amazing career as a solo artist, songwriter, producer and guitar slinger for Guns 'n Roses, Slash, The MC5 , Heart and more. Our friend Joel McDonald played alongside Gilby on the Australian tour. Check out our interview with Joel at: http://guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com/episode-44-joel-mcdonald-rose-tattoo-frankies-world-famous-house-band-torch-le-monde   Guitar Speak Podcast Links  Subscribe and find previous episodes at iTunes, Stitcher or visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter You can support us on Patreon

It's a Canadian double header!  Terra Lightfoot's latest album, "New Mistakes' continues the Canadian singer-songwriter's journey from folk and alt-country into rockier territory. The album is a winner on all fronts - great songwriting, a band firing on all cylinders and Terra's earthy vocal and guitar front and center. Terra talks about songwriting, crafting lively tones with her SG/Bassman setup and more. Steve 'Lips' Kudrow is in Australia with his band mates celebrating 40 years of the band, Anvil. The Canadian metal band rose to prominence in the early '80s and haven't stopped - as well documented in the 2009 documentary, 'This is Anvil'. Steve talks about his unconventional path to creating metal tones and what it means to have endured in the music business on his own terms. Guitar Speak Podcast Links  Subscribe and find previous episodes at iTunes, Stitcher or visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter You can support us on Patreon        

  Sydney based instrumentalist, Simon Refalo, talks and jams his early influences right through to his latest tracks. The southpaw strat-wielder also discusses the impact of music directors and producers and his work in these fields. Simon Refalo on iTunes 'Tears' official video Also, we mention an article we wrote about Trey Anastasio's (Phish) sprawling rig for the excellent Jam Buzz website.   Guitar Speak Podcast Links  Subscribe and find previous episodes at iTunes, Stitcher or visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter You can support us on Patreon

We review the Sydney leg of Alice Cooper's 2017 world tour.  Alice and band were in excellent form and with Ace Frehley wailing in the support slot this was a great rock n' roll show. As you would expect, we take a particularly guitar-centric view on this gig at the iconic Hordern Pavilion on October 21st. Did you catch Alice on this - or any other - tour? Let us know what you thought of the show at our Facebook or Instagram accounts. Links below. Thanks to Jade at Revolutions Per Minute publicity. Photo credits to Jonathan Armstrong. Guitar Speak Podcast Links   Subscribe and find previous episodes at iTunes, Stitcher or visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter You can support us on Patreon

A quick look at the latest guitar news around Australia. In this episode: ~ The Sydney Guitar Festival wrapped up. ~ Michael Dolce, Chris Kamzelas and James Norbert Ivanyi team up for an epic workshop. ~ Pat Keegan plays the long game. ~ Venue shout out. ~ New music from Steve Edmonds, Fab Manzini and Kaskeid.   Show Links: 'Advance Australia Fair' arranged and performed by Electric Jim May:  https://www.youtube.com/user/electricjimmay Australian Flag guitar by Pat Keegan Guitars: Pat Keegan Guitars www.sydneyguitarfestival.com.au www.michaeldolcemusic.com Fab Manzini Music Kaskeid www.steveedmondsband.com Street Market Asian Tapas   Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter You can support us on Patreon   Thanks for listening in!  

For over two decades Jeff Lang has melded compelling storytelling with a guitar approach that is equal parts danger and beauty. Jeff talks with us about riding the creative waves that propelled his latest release, Alone in Bad Company.   Guitar Speak Podcast Links   Subscribe and find previous episodes at iTunes, Stitcher or visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter You can support us on Patreon   Thanks for listening in!

Dweezil Zappa joins us to speak guitar in the lead up to his Feb 2018 tour of Australia and New Zealand. The tour - "Dweezil Zappa - celebrating 50 years of Frank Zappa" - continues the honouring of Frank's musical legacy that commenced when Dweezil started playing shows of his father's music in 2006. Dweezil talks us through in depth on the work that goes into choosing repertoire and rehearsing, the impact that Frank's music has had on his guitar playing, running masterclasses, live rigs and upcoming solo projects.   https://www.dweezilzappa.com http://davidroywilliams.com/tours/dweezil-zappa/   Subscribe to the Guitar Speak Podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://goo.gl/Z4NN6F Stitcher (for Android or iOS): http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast                

Matthew Veck-Gilodi - guitarist with massive UK band Deaf Havana - talks to The Guitar Speak Podcast on the eve of their 2017 Australian Tour opening for Placebo as well headlining some shows. Matthew talks about crafting raw guitar tones for the latest Deaf Havana album, touring, guitar influences, gear and much more. Matt Knight is a Product Manager of Boss in Europe. He talks us through his involvement in new products like the Boss MS-3, celebrating 40 years of Boss history, working with the Japanese head office and a long term love of pedals. Matt also co-hosts the Guitar Nerds podcast. http://www.deafhavanaofficial.com/ https://www.boss.info/global/ http://www.guitarnerds.net/podcast/   Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter  

Brian Wampler is without doubt one of the most respected pedal designers to emerge in the last decade or so. His namesake pedals are found in the rigs of superstars such as Brad Paisley, Brent Mason and Tom Quayle to name just a few. Brian talks us through his career, his latest releases, working with his heroes and much more in this candid interview. www.wamplerpedals.com   Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter  

We continue our conversations with some of the world class musicians featuring at the 2017 Sydney Guitar Festival. Van Larkins' childhood obsession for sonic manipulation of kitchen utensils fortunately led him to the guitar. Van has become a highly respected proponent of contemporary acoustic playing - signed to the iconic Candyrat Records label - and has built a career through his polyphonic approach. Van is one of the artists featured in the 'Acoustic Uprising' documentary and will be playing a set at the Sydney premier of the film. Fiona Boyes is an Australian blues icon. She has a recording career of over 25 years and regularly tours Australia, the United States and Europe. Fiona came to guitar via a deep love and knowledge of the history and regional influences of the blues. She talks us through her development from acoustic country blues into electric Chicago styles and more, meeting Hubert Sumlin, breaking down doors in the States and her arsenal of instruments. Oh, yeah...Fiona recorded her latest

  The inaugural Sydney Guitar Festival is almost upon us with a brilliant lineup of local and international guitarists. In the first of two episodes catching up with some of the festival guests we speak to progressive rock wizard, James Norbert Ivanyi, Australian rock royalty - Sarah McLeod of the Superjesus and get all the deets from festival programmer Adrian Leighton. James Norbert Ivanyi has just returned home after after a triumphant European tour promoting his latest EP, Denalavis. James talks through his formative influences, his recording journey, playing epic prog festivals and more. Self imposed exile in New York provided the perfect writing environment for Sarah McLeod's latest solo album, Rocky's Diner. Sarah talks us through writing elaborate demos, recording the album and and simultaneously taking on bass and guitar duties for the subsequent tour in a hard hitting duo with Mick Skelton.   https://www.sydneyguitarfestival.com.au http://www.sarahmcleod.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/

A quick look at what is making guitar news in Australia. In this episode: The Melbourne Guitar Show Recording News The Sydney Guitar Festival Storm Front Touring Peter Northcote "This Means Business" Clinic 'Advance Australia Fair' arranged and performed by Electric Jim May:  https://www.youtube.com/user/electricjimmay Australian Flag guitar by Pat Keegan Guitars: Pat Keegan Guitars  

There are few more loved figures in Australian music than Troy Cassar-Daley.  Troy's songwriting, performances and musicianship have seen him win a slew of awards: arias, deadlies and about three dozen golden guitars. Behind all this is a great guitar player and absolute tone hound. Troy fired up his live rig and home studio to play us through his prized acoustics, vintage Tele, pedal board, amps and a spectacularly sweet franken-strat. www.troycassardaley.com.au/   Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter    

UK band Polymath welds intricate prog and math-rock with the visceral force of punk. Joe Branton's bass playing embraces the shifts with a variety of meaty tones, techniques and nuance. Joe talks us through his development as a bassist, right through to the soon to be released Polymath double album 'House of Wisdom'. We also get the lowdown on Polymath's feature in Boss' worldwide video for the release of the MS3 switcher/multi- effects. Joe is a co-host of the Guitar Nerds podcast and is the marketing manager at gear retailer GAK.   https://wearepolymath.bandcamp.com/     Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter  

  Guitarist and film maker Drew Roller became enchanted with modern acoustic guitar after a friend turned him on to John Gomm's iconic 'Passionflower'. Drew's passion for the style led him to trek the globe whilst producing the fantastic new film, Acoustic Uprising. Beautifully shot and edited, Acosutic Uprising includes interviews with Andy McKee, Kaki King, Tommy Emmanual and Newton Faulkner, to name just a few of the world class musicians featured. The film is premiering world wide throughout July and August 2017. We are very proud to announce that the Guitar Speak Podcast will be involved at the Sydney premier event during the Sydney Guitar Festival on August 27 - buy tickets here!   http://www.acousticuprisingfilm.com/   Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter  

  Guitarist and filmaker Drew Roller became enchanted with modern acoustic guitar after a friend turned him on to John Gomm's iconic 'Passionflower'. Drew's passion for the style led him to trek the globe whilst producing the fantastic new film, Acoustic Uprising. Beautifully shot and edited, Acosutic Uprising includes interviews with Andy McKee, Kaki King, Tommy Emmanual and Newton Faulkner, to name just a few of the world class musicians featured. The film is premiering world wide throughout July and August 2017. We are very proud to announce that the Guitar Speak Podcast will be involved at the Sydney premier event during the Sydney Guitar Festival on August 27 - buy tickets here!   http://www.acousticuprisingfilm.com/   Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter          

  Simon Kinny-Lewis synthesises a myriad of influences from acoustic roots to fusion and modern blues into his own sonic stew.  Both as an acoustic solo artist or leading his electric band, Simon has become increasingly visable in the Australian blues community and beyond. We talk influences, working with your heroes, Strats, Supros and much more in this episode. https://www.sklblues.com/   Guitar Speak Podcast Links   Subscribe and find previous episodes at: Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter        

  Jody Porter spent 15 + years weaving superb hooks, solos, tones and textures throughout Fountain of Wayne's grammy nominated power-pop. His solo albums 'Cose to the Sun' and 'Pacifier' keep melody front and centre but with an extra dose of trippiness and vibe. We loved talking to Jody about his career past, present and future.  

We are taking a short break, with new episodes set to resume from July 8th, 2017. In the meantime we present a double header of Brett Kingman and Bob Spencer in replay, two of the most respected names in Australian rock guitar. Brett has been a mainstay in James Reyne's band for the last 30 years or so. He is also known world wide for his high quality and knowledgeable YouTube gear reviews, with over 20 million hits and counting. Bob was a key member of both Skyhooks and The Angels, two of Australia's most focal rock bands. His lyrical soloing and meaty riffs driving some of the biggest hits from both bands. Bob is currently working on a much anticipated solo album.