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Zig At The Gig podcastChris StameyInterview with Chris Stamey.
Chris Stamey began writing and playing music in grade school in Winston-Salem, NC, in the
mid 1960s, in what is known now as the Combo Corner scene. In 1976, while studying music
composition at UNC-Chapel Hill, he self-released Sneakers, one of the very first American
“indie” records. The following year, he relocated to Manhattan to play and record with Alex
Chilton in the burgeoning CBGB rock scene, then formed The dB’s with fellow Carolinians Will
Rigby, Gene Holder, and Peter Holsapple, with whom he made several acclaimed records of...
2025-07-0951 min
Musicians Reveal with Joe KelleyANDRE CYMONE (Prince, Jody Watley) Resurrection of FunkAndre Cymone is a renowned musician, producer, and songwriter who first made his mark as the bassist for Prince's early band. Born in Minneapolis, Cymone played a pivotal role in shaping the Minneapolis sound, a unique fusion of funk, rock, and new wave. His contributions to Prince's groundbreaking early albums helped define an era and set the stage for his own successful solo career. As a solo artist, Cymone released several critically acclaimed albums in the 1980s, including "Livin' in the New Wave" and "Survivin' in the 80s," showcasing his versatility and talent as a multi-instrumentalist.In...
2024-07-281h 06
Musicians Reveal with Joe KelleyAndre Cymone Musician/Producer (Prince, Jody Watley, Adam Ant)"Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley" sits down with the iconic Andre Cymone, a luminary in the Minneapolis music scene and the original bassist of Prince's groundbreaking first band. As the closest confidant and best friend of the legendary Prince, Cymone shares intimate insights into their formative years, where they forged a revolutionary sound that would reshape the landscape of popular music in the '80s. Beyond his role as a pioneering musician, Cymone has left an indelible mark as a prolific producer, sculpting hits for luminaries such as Jody Watley, Evelyn "Champagne" King, Adam Ant, and Tom Jones. Our...
2024-02-0341 min
Musicians Reveal with Joe KelleyFunk Journey with Prince and Jody Watley with Andre Cymone"Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley" sits down with the iconic Andre Cymone, a luminary in the Minneapolis music scene and the original bassist of Prince's groundbreaking first band. As the closest confidant and best friend of the legendary Prince, Cymone shares intimate insights into their formative years, where they forged a revolutionary sound that would reshape the landscape of popular music in the '80s. Beyond his role as a pioneering musician, Cymone has left an indelible mark as a prolific producer, sculpting hits for luminaries such as Jody Watley, Evelyn "Champagne" King, Adam Ant, and Tom Jones. Our...
2023-12-3118 min
Broadway Drumming 101PODCAST - Karl LathamIn this episode, we discuss:* Starting out working a day job as a computer analyst.* Coming in second place out of 7,000 drummers at a Carmine Appice National Drum Battle - losing to Sonny Emory.* Taking lessons from Gary Chester and how he pushed him into being a professional musician. * Getting the chance to sub at “Bring It On” and later, “Hamilton.”* What he learned subbing for Clint de Ganon at Beautiful: The Carol King Musical.* Preparing for Ain’t Too Proud - The Life And Times Of The Tempta...
2022-02-281h 31
Guitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comHammer-Ons and Pull-OffsLearn how to play these basic beginner techniques. Matthias will demonstrate the correct way to play each technique and then show it in context. See more at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Tech1/T1_09.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/Z07_tU67law" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2014-04-0800 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comBeginner Blues Guitar Lick LessonBeginner Blues Lick by Jody Worrell will teach you how to play a simple lick in the key of A that's based on the Am Pentatonic Scale at the 5th fret. See more at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/beginner-blues-lick.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/ko6V3rvG7EA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2014-03-2700 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comHow to Play a 12 Bar Blues12 Bar Blues by Jody Worrell is a free video guitar lesson for beginners on blues rhythm. You'll learn how to play a 12 Bar Blues chord progression in the key of E. See more at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/12-bar-blues.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/fco-0qgRoZ4" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2014-03-1900 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comTwo Note Inversion Guitar RiffsTwo Note Inversion Riffs by Matthias Young is a follow up to Matthias' Power Chords lesson. You will learn how to combine power chords and their inversions to create riffs. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/metal/two-note-inversions.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/oxAmyNgqnUI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2014-03-1100 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comVince Gill Guitar LessonThis lesson will teach you a country guitar lick in the style of Vince Gill. This lick features some complex bends and is played over a jam track of A7 to E7. See more at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ2/vince-gill-lesson.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/sSF2As9hnk8" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2014-03-0400 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comPower Chords Guitar LessonThis free guitar lesson will cover learning basic power chord shapes and their inversions. You will then learn a couple of riffs that incorporate all of these concepts. See more at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/metal/power-chords-lesson.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/A3SA2mVg05g" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2014-02-0300 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comPlaying Over A Chord ChangePlaying Over a Chord Change is a free lesson by Jody Worrell. You will learn a blues guitar lick that can be played over a change in the backing tack of C7 to F7. Learn more at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/playing-over-chord-change.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/aM5PkJG6a0Y" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2014-01-2800 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comB.B. King Guitar LessonB.B. King Style Lick is a free guitar lesson by Jody Worrell. You'll learn how to play a lick in Am featuring slides, bends, vibrato, and syncopated notes. Get the tab: http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/bb-king-free.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/bXTnzgdwE0U" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-10-2500 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comJimi Hendrix Guitar Lick LessonJimi Hendrix Style Lick is a free video lesson by Jody Worrell where you will learn a Hendrix inspired guitar lick to play a ballad in Em. Get the tabs at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_R1/jimi-hendrix-lick.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/ig_gdSPsmwE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-10-1500 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comBeginner Guitar Chord ProgressionD Cadd9 G Chord Progression by Peter Vogl will teach you how to play a very popular guitar chord progression that works for acoustic or electric guitar. View tabs at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Beginner/Beg_03.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/GfAwryjNWQE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-10-0300 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comBeginner Guitar ScalesIn this free guitar lesson, Peter Vogl will teach you open or first position versions of the Pentatonic, Blues, and Major Scales. See more at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Beginner/Beg_04.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/gl7C0mRrzL4" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-09-2700 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comHow To Read Guitar TabsHow to Read Guitar Tabs is a lesson for beginning guitarists by Peter Vogl. We will discuss how to read guitar tabs or tablature. Peter will teach you how to figure out which strings and frets you should be playing on the guitar.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/ioXMC-GiFlo" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-09-0900 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comHow To Read Guitar Chord ChartsChord Diagrams are the depictions that make up a chord chart. Like tabs, this is shorthand for letting you know what chord to play. By learning how to read the chart you will know which frets and strings to place your fingers on when playing a chord.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/kkAiRZgtTXQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-08-2900 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comAcoustic Blues Guitar LickAcoustic Blues Guitar Lick by Jody Worrell is a free lesson that will teach you a great way to kick off a blues tune. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ5/acoustic-blues-lick.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/O6wvacOFKlw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-08-2000 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comSlow Blues Lick Guitar LessonSlow Blues Lick by Jody Worrell is a free blues guitar lesson that will teach you a lick to play over the first four bars of a blues song in D. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/slow-blues-lick.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/1jfXb14_Lyw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-08-1500 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comAllman Brothers Style Guitar LickAllman Brothers Style Lick is a free guitar lesson by Jody Worrell that will teach you a melodic and soaring guitar lick in the style of the Allman Brothers Band. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/southern-rock/allman-free.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/ZOc3A_7RlPs" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-08-0200 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comEric Clapton Style LickEric Clapton Style Lick by Jody Worrell will teach you a blues guitar lick featuring some interesting bends in the style of Eric Clapton. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/clapton-free.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/PjtSXjux0sQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-07-2500 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comStevie Ray Vaughan Style Guitar LickThis guitar lesson will teach you a lick in Am that uses bends, vibrato, pull offs, and slides. Jody will teach you how to play the lick with note by note instruction. View tabs at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/stevie-ray-lick.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/EZiMix7aT0o" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-07-1200 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comHow to Hold a Guitar Pick and StrumHow to Hold a Guitar Pick & Strum Motion by Peter Vogl will teach you all about proper right hand technique for playing guitar. We'll start by covering how to hold the guitar pick in your hand. This isn't the only way to hold the pick, but it's pretty standard and will allow for quick success. Peter suggests that you place the pick between your thumb and index finger. The pick should be about half way in and rest on the first digit of your index finger. You can watch the video for more precise instruction. As we move on...
2013-06-2800 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comHow to String an Electric GuitarHow to String an Electric Guitar is a beginner lesson by Matthias Young where you will learn how to string an electric guitar.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/yXSKdB3FTv4" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-06-2500 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comGallop RhythmThe Gallop Rhythm by Matthias Young will teach you a strumming rhythm. The gallop rhythm has been used by many different artists such as Iron Maiden and Metallica. See tabs at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/metal/gallop-rhythm.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/4wFwO6M4zHM" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-06-1700 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comE Funk Guitar LicksE Funk Licks by Peter Vogl covers a couple of licks that can be played over a funky one chord vamp in the key of E. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_R1/LJ10.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/6U4yYYICBfE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-06-1300 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comGuitar Stretching ExercisesStretching Exercises by Matthias Young will work on developing your left hand flexibility. The exercises in this lesson will help your fingers stretch even further up the guitar neck. Tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/metal/stretching-exercises.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/HJa_I9eHlto" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-06-0700 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comF Blues LicksF Blues Licks by Peter Vogl will cover several licks that can be played over a chord progression in F. These licks don't stay within one scale, but switch between Major and Minor Pentatonic as well as the Blues scale. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/LJ02.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/TWUQyQmWP0w" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-05-2900 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comSpeed BurstsSpeed Bursts by Matthias Young is a free guitar lesson designed to help anyone who is having trouble connecting long streams of fast notes together. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/metal/speed-bursts.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/riHvgXa58aA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-05-2400 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comPower Metal AnthemPower Metal Anthem by Matthias Young will teach you a rhythm part for a fast power metal anthem. This original arrangement combines a single note riff along with power chords. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/metal/power-metal-anthem.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/o1qM3NLG5Dk" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-05-2000 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comAll the Things You Are - IntroThis lesson will teach you how to play the intro part to this classic jazz tune. This 8 bar section contains a mixture of licks and chords that lead into the song's progression. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ3/all-things-you-are.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/9uy5rZyXXPI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-05-1700 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comE Minor & Major Pentatonic LicksE Minor & Major Pentatonic Licks is a free guitar lesson by Peter Vogl. We'll start by reviewing the E Minor Pentatonic Scale at the 12th fret and then move on to the E Major Pentatonic Scale at the 9th fret. Next, you will learn four licks that come from these scales. Get the tabs at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_R1/LJ10c.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/IaVlGCu3nxk" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-05-1300 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comFlatpicking Lead-In RunsFlatpicking Lead-In Runs by David Ellis is a free video lesson for bluegrass guitar. We will learn seven different beginner level runs to use while switching chords. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/FP/lead-in-runs.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/4D2cbpb4-Mg" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-05-0800 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comThumb PositionThumb Position for Guitar is a free video lesson for beginning guitar players by Peter Vogl. We will discuss where to place the thumb of your left hand on the back of the guitar neck for the best results.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/G338fkCA9G0" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-05-0300 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comEasy Electric Guitar LickElectric Guitar Lick by Jody Worrell is a free video lesson that will cover a simple rock lick in the key of A. Jody will provide step by step instruction on how to play the lick correctly. We'll focus on a technique where you roll your finger to play the same fret on a different string. You can also change the difficulty of this lick by playing optional slides, pull offs, and vibrato. After you've learned to play the lick, Jody will demonstrate it along with a jam track and then leave a space for you to play it. This...
2013-04-3000 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comFinger Position for GuitarFinger Position for Guitar is a free lesson by Peter Vogl that will cover the placement and pressure for your left hand fingers on the guitar neck. We will first discuss how much pressure you need to use with your finger to produce a clean note.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/IxZtBuZXZuE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-04-2900 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comPride & Joy Rhythm Guitar LessonPride and Joy Rhythm by Jody Worrell is a free blues guitar lesson that will teach you a rhythm part for this classic Stevie Ray Vaughan song. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/pride-joy.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/imjLVDeHp-4" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-04-2600 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comC#m A E B Chord ProgressionC#m A E B Chord Progression is a free acoustic guitar lesson by Peter Vogl. You will learn a common chord progression, some chord colors/substitutes, and two strum patterns. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Rhythm/R_02.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/3Ho8XA7elzY" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-04-2500 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comBasic Voice LeadingVoice Leading Within the 2-5-1 is a free jazz guitar lesson by Guy Fenocchi. By using specific chords in a progression you can also create a melody through harmonic movement. Guy will teach you how to play the 2-5-1 in both C and F with voice leading chords. In the first example, the highest note of the chord voicing (2nd string) creates the melody. From D-9 to G13 it stays the same, then drops a half step for G+7, and again for C9. In our second progression, the melody will move up. Get the chord charts at http...
2013-04-2400 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comAm Pentatonic LicksAm Pentatonic Licks by Peter Vogl will teach you how to play over a standard minor blues progression. We'll start by learning the Am Pentatonic Scale. Get the tabs at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/LJ04a.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/4fVsbhtUlo8" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-04-2300 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comOh Mary Don't You WeepOh Mary Don't You Weep is a free guitar lesson by Roger Hurricane Wilson. The video will teach you a beginning to intermediate version of this famous song that was recently covered on Bruce Springsteen's Seeger Sessions album. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ5/mary-weep.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/fSDKTZcP4ZA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-04-2200 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comHow to Use a FlatpickHow to Use a Flatpick for Bluegrass by David Ellis is a free video lesson that will teach you all about playing with a guitar pick. David will provide an overview of the different shapes and sizes of picks available and techniques for holding the pick.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/A17HDR_6g5I" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-04-1900 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comBlues Shuffle & TurnaroundBlues Shuffle & Turnaround by Roger Hurricane Wilson is a beginner blues lesson for acoustic or electric guitar. You will learn a beginner level blues shuffle using power chords. After covering the basics, Roger will show you the various rhythms and speeds you can use to alter this shuffle. Next, we'll learn a slightly more advanced turnaround lick that we can use over the last two bars of the progression. Get the tab at http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/LJ_Bl/blues-shuffle.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/oxRyeKPYpos" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2013-04-1800 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comD Cadd9 Chord ProgressionIn this lesson, you will learn a chord progression (D, Cadd9, and G). It's a common chord progression in many hits and works well on acoustic or electric guitar. We will also learn a strum pattern to go with it. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Beginner/Beg_03.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/oEgQw6h1VeY" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2006-04-0700 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comBarre ChordsAn introductory course on barre chords. Learn a few tips to make playing those chords sound a little crisper. For more info check out http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Beginner/Beg_05.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/yKOtGQxk6Bc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2006-03-3100 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comGuides and PivotsThis lesson covers the use of guide fingers and pivot fingers while changing chords, the two most important chord changing techniques you may ever learn. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Beginner/Beg_02.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/LfFn7JkBezw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2006-03-2400 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comFinger and Thumb PositionThis lesson covers left hand finger placement, left thumb placement, and holding the pick. http://www.freeguitarvideos.com<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/X8P9A6wU_MY" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
2006-02-2300 minGuitar Lessons by FreeGuitarVideos.comBeginner ScalesThis lesson covers the first set of scales I teach students regardless of what type of music they wish to play. These are the open or first position scales. For more info, visit http://www.freeguitarvideos.com/Beginner/Beg_04.html<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/beginner/~4/EIvn1_voSdk" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>
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