Guitar Speak Podcast

Welcome to our double-header episode 52! First up we speak to Dario Lorina, a veteran at the age of 27 with gigs with Janie Lane, Lizzy Bordin and his current gig in Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society. Dario talks us through his latest Shrapnel Records release 'Death Grip Tribulations', his epic LAG signature model guitars and much more. Diana Rein takes us through her latest award winning blues/rock album 'Long Road', recipes for righteous strat tones and stepping up to take on the lead guitar role on her albums and gigs. http://www.dariolorina.com/ http://www.dianarein.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    

  Keith Wyatt looks over a remarkable career as a blues/rock guitarist, composer and educator. Keith was in the the second class of GIT and went on to spend over 30 years there as a member of the teaching facility. Over that time he was a key player in the development of video-based teaching - his recollections of working on Yngwie Malmsteen's first REH video are hilarious - and curriculum at GIT. Keith talks of playing with his heroes - Albert Collins, Mick Taylor and Jack Bruce - and an ill fated run of gigs with an unpredictable Ginger Baker. Keith has been a long time member of the iconic band, The Blasters and is now running Artist Works Online School of Blues Guitar.   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    

  In the early to mid '90s Phil Buckle's band, Southern Sons were all over the Australian and Asian charts. At the same time Phil found himself writing and touring with John Farnham and receiving critical acclaim via ARIA and APRA awards. You could be forgiven for thinking Phil's was an overnight success. But as is usually the case, there is a deep backstory revealing a sustained dedication to songcraft and guitar playing. Phil talks us through his formative years and early fascination with songwriting, developing his chops through a love of folk and jazz, working with some of the biggest names in Australian music and much more.   http://philbuckle.com/ Guitar Speak Podcast Episode 41 Brett Garsed Part I Guitar Speak Podcast Episode 42 Brett Garsed Part II   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  

  When Brett Williams joined Australian rock band The Choirboys in 1987 his timing couldn't have been better. The band was on the cusp of recording "Big, Bad Noise" which went on to be one of the best selling Australian albums of the 1980s. Brett's trademark melodic style helped propel hits such as "Run to Paradise", "Boys Will Be Boys" and "Struggletown" to the top of Australian charts. We talk through Brett's career; starting in Brisbane, his year in LA as a student at GIT, moving to Sydney to join the Choirboys, making iconic video clips in the 80s, vintage Les Pauls and much more. Thanks to Jay Parrino (Guitar Speak Podcast Episode 20) who set up this interview. Jay also makes a cameo to talk about an upcoming run of shows with Brett.   Jay Parrino Guitar Speak Podcast Episode 20 www.choirboys.net   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 welcome Gretchen Menn back to the Guitar Speak Podcast to tell us about her incredible new concept album, Abandon All Hope.  This album features Gretchen's brilliant guitar work - both on electric and classical - in addition to exceptional composition and arrangement chops. We talk in detail about writing for string quartet and rock ensemble, producing an independent album over two continents, working in a multi-media format with librettist Michael Molenda, photographer Max Crace and co-producer Daniele Gottardo and much more. The interview features album excerpts including an exclusive pre-production reveal.   Episode Links: Michael Molenda Guitar Speak Podcast interview Gretchen Menn 2016 Guitar Speak Podcast interview Jude Gold Guitar Speak Podcast interview    Guitar Speak Podcast Links Subscribe and find previous episodes at:  iTunes, Stitcher Visit us at www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter

Welcome to Episode 47! This week our friend Peter Northcote answers some listener questions. We also replay our conversation with Michael Dolce and Charles Cilia at the Cilia Guitars workshop and give a preview of upcoming episodes. Thanks for joining us!   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

Welcome to Episode 46 of The Guitar Speak Podcast - we are celebrating our 1st anniversary! Today we speak to world class guitarist and composer Scott Henderson. Scott is world renowned through his work with Chick Corea, Joe Zawinul, Tribal Tech, his own trio and many more performances. We talk through Scott's amazing career including his relocation from Florida to LA to study at the Musicians Institute (he is now a long serving and popular instructor there), the development of his compositional and playing style, gear - including his Suhr Signature series guitar, oddball pedals and the truth behind his 'Ibanez' guitars of the 1990s. Scott is razor sharp and combines candour and humour in this insightful interview. Thanks for tuning in and thanks to my podcast buddies Jon Sullivan and Greg Marra for their birthday wishes! www.scotthenderson.net www.guitarwank.com/podcast www.gregmarra.com www.gregmarra.libsyn.com www.sullyguitars.com www.theluthierist.podbean.com   Guitar Speak Podcast Links  

    Welcome to Episode 45 of the Guitar Speak Podcast. Today we speak to Joe Robinson, who at the age of 25 is already a veteran of around 2000 gigs. We follow Joe's story from his first notes in his hometown of Temagog in northern New South Wales, Australia right through to his current home of seven years, Nashville. In between there have been national television appearances, mentoring from Phil and Tommy Emmanual, albums, shows all around the world, gigs with Robben Ford in the band Guitar Army, oodles of sessions and much more. Not only is Joe is an incredible fingerstyle player forging his own style post Chet and Tommy, he absolutely wails on a strat on his own sophisticated flavour of vocally based rock. Yep, that's Joe singing and writing too! www.joerobinson.com   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 at Patreon   Thanks for

Welcome to Episode 44!  Today we speak to Sydney based guitarist, Joel McDonald. Joel talks us through his early development, right through to his current gig with Rose Tattoo - opening for Guns and Roses on their 2017 reunion tour. Along the way there are magical Les Pauls, a steady diet of Eric Johnson and Steve Vai and a dedication that has led to Joel's ferocious rock chops. And...Frankie's World Famous House Band...   Frankie's World Famous House Band   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 at Patreon   Thanks for listening in!

  Welcome to Episode 43! Today we speak to Roopam Garg of the band The Surrealist, who fuse progressive, metal, Eastern and minimalist influences into incredibly texture rich pieces. Roopam crafts otherworldly passages from his Kiesel 7 string (not 8!) with an inate sense of detail. We dig into Roopam's intricate technique and compositional style. We also talk through Roopam's time at the famous Berklee College of Music where he and his fellow bandmates currently study. www.thesurrealist.org     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 at Patreon   Thanks for listening in!

  Welcome to Episode 42 of the Guitar Speak Podcast, with part II of our interview with the fantastic Brett Garsed. Brett talks us through his move to the US - initially to tour and record with stadium & MTV favorites Nelson - that led him to work with some of the leading US fusion/progressive players like TJ Helmrich, Shawn Lane, Derek Sherinian and fellow Aussie ex-pats Frank Gambale and Virgil Donati. Brett's return to Australia - and John Farnham's band - is discussed as well his solo albums, current rig and future plans. We also announce our "Ask Peter Northcote" segment for April and the launch of our Patreon page. www.brettgarsed.com   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!      

Welcome to Episode 41 of the Guitar Speak Podcast. Today we speak with Brett Garsed. Brett's unique and dynamic legato style has seen him earn tremendous respect in both his homeland of Australia and around the globe. In the first of a two part interview, Brett describes the development of his voice in rural Victoria, being discovered in Mike Varney's 'Spotlight' column in Guitar Player Magazine and the break that led Brett to work with one of Australia's finest vocalists, John Farnham. The interview features some audio clips of Brett's amazing playing. www.brettgarsed.com  

Welcome to Episode 40 of the Guitar Speak Podcast. UPDATE: Full episode now available! Today we speak to Joe Elliott, a fantastic guitarist with over 30 years of professional playing in L.A. Joe talks us through his career, explaining how a dream of attending G.I.T. led to a long career in LA as a freelance guitarist and music educator.  Joe's latest jazz/fusion album - Truth Serum - is brilliant, combining great composition with amazing playing. We talk through some of the tracks and listen in to some album highlights. Thanks for tuning in! http://www.joeelliottguitar.com/  

  Happy 50th birthday Guitar Player Magazine! This week we speak to Michael Molenda who is the current - and longest serving - Editor in Chief of Guitar Player Magazine. We speak about the magazine's history, legacy and plans for the future in this milestone year for the publication. Michael speaks candidly about his career as a guitarist, studio owner, journalist and creative producer.  We also discuss Gretchen Menn's latest album, Abandon All Hope, which Michael provided the libretto for. Good times!

  Welcome to the Guitar Speak Podcast. Today we speak to Chris Brooks from Sydney, Australia. Chris is an excellent player with two fantastic solo albums. He also is an in demand instructor and clinician who has produced some world class instructional resources. We speak to Chris about early influences - he is another of our guests to cite both Brett Garsed and Dieter Kleeman as important figures - collaborating with Yngwie alumni and maintaining the passion to continually learn and grow. Thanks for listening in - you can subscribe to us on iTunes or Stitcher, and find us on Facebook and Instagram. chrisbrooks.com

    Welcome to Episode 37 of the Guitar Speak Podcast. For over a decade Ormsby Guitars have been crafting incredible instruments in Perth, Western Australia. Perry Ormsby talks us through how his childhood love of fine woodworking led him to his career in guitar design and luthiery. Today, Ormsby Guitars are distributed in Australia, USA and the UK. Perry explains his multi-scale concept, the development of an off-shore series of guitars, plans to collaborate with Grover Jackson later this year and offers some 3D distraction from your day job. www.ormsbyguitars.com      

    Welcome to Episode 36 of the Guitar Speak Podcast! This week we speak to Greg Marra - a brilliant guitarist and producer from Southern California. Greg's career to date has featured two excellent solo albums, a very cool new band project, sideman work with Paul Gilbert and Bruce Bouillet (amongst many others) and some great sponsorship partnerships involving Ibanez Guitars, Fishman pickups, Friedman amps and Wampler pedals. Greg has even found time to start his own super cool podcast - Greg Marra Iconoclast Music Podcast. We also feature a couple of listener emails...we love hearing from you at guitarspeakpodcast@gmail.com, Facebook or Instagram. Thanks for tuning in!    

  Welcome to the Guitar Speak Podcast! This week we speak to our friend Michael Ross who has just returned from the 2017 Winter NAMM convention in Anaheim, California. Michael is a seasoned musician, author and journalist - currently writing for Guitar Player and Premier Guitar - whilst curating the excellent Guitar Moderne website. Michael gives us his take on the latest and greatest guitars, amps and pedals released at NAMM. For more of Michael's backstory, check out our interview with him in episode 6. Enjoy the show!     Subscribe: ITUNES  https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast/id1102714044?mt=2 STITCHER http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast    

  Welcome to Episode 34 of The Guitar Speak Podcast! Today we speak to Tim Green of Mojo Stompboxes. Tim is a collector, modder, repairer, retailer and expert in all things retro Boss! In fact Tim digs many of those compact pedals hailing from Japan in the '70s and '80s - Ibanez, Maxon, Guyatone et al.  We had a great time learning about Mojo Stompboxes, busting or confirming pedal myths and Matt gets personal when asking about the scarcity of particular MIJ pedals he sold back in the day! Thanks for tuning in. For free access to all of our episodes head to: BLOGPAGE guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com ITUNES  https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast/id1102714044?mt=2 STITCHER http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast

Welcome to Episode 33 of the Guitar Speak Podcast! Today we speak with Alastair Greene, who mostly divides his his time between his own blues/rock trio - The Alastair Greene Band - and touring the world with The Alan Parsons Project. Alastair talks about growing up in California in the guitar intense 1980s, forging his voice and career as a solo artist and working with one of rock's most enigmatic figures. Thanks for tuning in! For free access to all of our episodes head to: BLOGPAGE guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com ITUNES  https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast/id1102714044?mt=2 STITCHER http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast We're also on those Facebooks and the Instagrams. Photo credit BG Phillips