The highly anticipated Battle of the Bands competitions are something that West Michigan music lovers flock to each and every year. This year’s Heavyweights (Hard rock and metal) competition was certainly no exception. In fact, even more buzz surrounded this year’s event with the addition of the Shred King competition, whereby local guitarists battled it out by demonstrating their mad soloing skills for the hundreds of fans/voters gathered in front of the stage. After all of the votes were counted, it was revealed that West Michigan had chosen Duncan Lammas, guitarist for the popular local progressive metal band Flood the Desert, as its king for 2012. Duncan, who is also a local guitar teacher, took some time from his busy band and teaching schedule to chat with Sonifly about his recent victory, his teaching methods and, most importantly, what it takes to attain the level of musicianship required to be crowned the Shred King. Here’s what he had to say:
Sonifly.com’s own Scott Grady sits down with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and has an in-depth discussion about hockey, song writing, and what it’s like to be a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.
Music is a powerful force that can inspire, reflect emotion and bring people together. Music has the ability to move people, change a mood or even evoke new ideas. I had the opportunity to visit the South By Southwest music festival and experienced this first hand.
Upon my arrival to Austin I immediately noticed two things. One is their love of music and the other is the city’s slogan “Keep Austin Weird.” This passion is tattooed everywhere. You’re truly in a special place. Evident through life size guitars at the Airport to Hoek’s Death Metal Pizza, Austin exemplifies music.
So why does Rush’s “2112” deserve to be the subject of a blog post? Considering the fact that listeners think Geddy Lee’s voice sounds either like an angel or a snow blower’s loose belt, I figured why start with something controversial? All kidding aside, the relative merits of “Rush’s” music have been discussed for nearly 40 years now with the critics nearly as rabid as the fan base. I’ll come right out and say that I’m definitely in the fan base but only potentially rabid.
Sonifly is everything you love about music. Sonifly is for people who are passionate about playing, singing and listening to music. Sonifly is more than a music store. It’s a lounge. And a gallery. And a collective of information about your favorite artists and songwriters. It’s where you can buy your favorite sheet music and tabs, download mp3s, watch videos, buy T-shirts and merch, read about your favorite artists and discover new music.
With so many choices available these days, choosing the right microphone for your recording or live sound needs can be challenging. How do you know which mic will best suit YOUR needs? Well, let’s begin with breaking down the different types of microphones that are available and what they’re used for.
Do you have a story about how music has touched or inspired you? Was there a special music related event that moved you to action or caused you to go beyond just listening? Here’s your chance to tell the world what music did for you.
What makes a great performer? It’s something that every aspiring musician hopes to figure out. It’s the magic formula that grabs your audiences attention. It means the difference between playing to yourself in your bedroom or a having fans sing your words back to you in a stadium.
Whether it’s a romantic comedy, sports story or slasher movie … music brings extra emotional intensity to the screen. Without the music we would just be watching a bunch of people run from a frightening figure or enduring painfully awkward pauses before that couple leans in for the long awaited kiss.
The highly anticipated Battle of the Bands competitions are something that West Michigan music lovers flock to each and every year. This year’s Heavyweights (Hard rock and metal) competition was certainly no exception. In fact, even more buzz surrounded this year’s event with the addition of the Shred King competition, whereby local guitarists battled it out by demonstrating their mad soloing skills for the hundreds of fans/voters gathered in front of the stage. After all of the votes were counted, it was revealed that West Michigan had chosen Duncan Lammas, guitarist for the popular local progressive metal band Flood the Desert, as its king for 2012. Duncan, who is also a local guitar teacher, took some time from his busy band and teaching schedule to chat with Sonifly about his recent victory, his teaching methods and, most importantly, what it takes to attain the level of musicianship required to be crowned the Shred King. Here’s what he had to say:
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