My First Video Series!
For some time now, I have done simple live recordings for my students, under the title of Live at Greg’s. Since technology has allowed me to do so, I filmed the most recent session with local favorites, Weye. The clip above is the trailer for the upcoming 5 song release with their corresponding HD videos!
The Gig Kit
If you have ever played multiple gigs, chances are, you’ve been in a position where you realize you forgot something, or needed something the venue didn’t provide. If you have this kit with you, you will never have that problem again. Rubermaid Box with Lid This box will house the rest of the goodies. I’d recommend...
Live Video from the Oasis. Student Shredding.
Weye is the band of one of my longest running students. Here is a great video of them performing at the local teen center. Be gentle, this video is my foray into the realm of video editing.
Justin Crockett: Touring Tech
If there is one constant I see with young students, it’s the aspiration of touring the country playing music. Unfortunately, due to the current issues with the music industry, students seem to be willing to take whatever they can get. One of the first ideas they have, if they can’t be in a successful band,...
Top Records of 2010
It’s time folks….my top records of 2010! 1. Cloudkicker – Beacons, ]]][[[ A rare two way tie at #1, both records released this year. A great blend of technical riffs, and wonderful melodies. This is perhaps the best instrumental music I have ever heard. 2. Deftones – Diamond Eyes After the last couple Deftones records, I wasn’t sure what...
GGL Presents: Four Great Bands at the Oasis
I am proud to present a Double Cd Release at the Oasis. Two bands that recorded their records here will be officially releasing their cds. Weye will be releasing Friends, Family, and Others., and Awe Howler will be releasing Be What May. The supporting acts will be Lybria (who recorded their record here), and NoSleepRecords band The...
Using Twitter For Guitar Lessons
I was once like you. Why would anyone use Twitter? I don’t get it. Then one day, it hits me. Use twitter for guitar lessons. Students could have instant access to available lesson times, the moment the times become available. If you need a make-up lesson or are just in the mood for a single, one-off guitar lesson, you...
Pedal and Mic Sale
Klon – the legend $old Op Amp Big Muff Great Big Muff sound….absolutely destroys the current stock of EH brand muffs. Think Silversun Pickups, Smashing Pumpkins. $old Boss RV3 reverb and delay. I love this pedal. So much so, that i have two. As used by The Life and Times, Sigur Ros, and more. I really don’t need two these days, so...
Long Overdue: Weye Releases Their Record!
Weye, the first band to record at my new studio, has finally released their record: “Friends, Family, and Others” . I’m especially excited, as the guitar player was a long time student, and I’m very proud of this project! Check out their bandcamp page to download the record, for whatever price suits you!
What is The Oasis?
I’ve been getting this one a lot lately. What is the Grayslake Oasis? What is my involvement? The Oasis is a teen center / music venue in Grayslake, Illinois, next door to the ever-popular Tastee Freez (151 Hawley, Grayslake Il, 60030). I got involved in late 2004, when my insurance agent (Joyce Campbell) she started a new NFP...
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