ShredHow To Make Music With Modes. Modes are usually taught as scales but that's only half of the story. Understanding modes as chord progressions is the true secret to unlocking their power. In this video you'll learn scale patterns, primary chords and tendency tones for each of the seven modes of the major scale. I recorded a short song to demonstrate the sonic quality of each mode as well. Thanks to special guest Jake from Signals Music Studio, for demonstrating the Lydian mode with a killer solo. Check out his channel below for all things guitar/music theory.
Modes Of The Major ScaleShred2020-06-10 | How To Make Music With Modes. Modes are usually taught as scales but that's only half of the story. Understanding modes as chord progressions is the true secret to unlocking their power. In this video you'll learn scale patterns, primary chords and tendency tones for each of the seven modes of the major scale. I recorded a short song to demonstrate the sonic quality of each mode as well. Thanks to special guest Jake from Signals Music Studio, for demonstrating the Lydian mode with a killer solo. Check out his channel below for all things guitar/music theory.
🔴Jake's Channel (Signals Music Studio) youtube.com/channel/UCRDDHLvQb8HjE2r7_ZuNtWAThis will CHANGE your lifeShred2023-08-11 | ...Why guitarists can’t get girlsShred2023-08-10 | Once upon a time g string fingerers wooed women with ease. Fleet fingered licks awakened the passion of fair maidens across the land….heartfelt riffs enchanted the feminine soul. Let’s be honest, those days are gone. Better to keep your hardwood handling hobby a secret, or face the consequences. In this video we’ll look at 5 reasons why guitar doesn’t get girls anymore.
1. Novelty -electric guitar is a relatively new instrument, by comparison, violin and keyboard existed for centuries, Gibson’s ES-150 introduced in 1936, first commercially successful guitar, Modern guitar design really started with Leo Fender’s Stratocaster released in 1950, the allure, draw of this powerful weapon was irresistible to women, and men, overtime electric G continued to evolve reaching greater and greater heights, distortion, effects, studio technology, as time marches on, guitar doesn’t inspire same level of awe simply because it’s become so familiar, economic principle of supply and demand, scarcity and value are closely linked concepts
2. Cultural Shift -modern music uses an electronic engine, this is the era of the DJ, DJ gets credit for entertaining entire crowd by pushing buttons, triggering flawless pre recorded multi layered arrangements, can’t axe slingers simply can’t compete, modern music favors synths, keyboards, quantized and tuned to perfection, modern expectations are simply less tolerant of organic imperfections
3. Head vs Heart -something horrible happened to guitarists since the turn of century, we became obsessed with our own glorification, technique over songwriting, flashy licks instead of memorable riffs, new generation so awed by virtuosity forgot to make music, we must reconnect with our passion, what first inspired you to finger the g string, ignite the fire inside, it’s time to retire from the technique arms race and learn to feel again, focus on what makes you unique, stop trying to emulate and learn to innovate
4. Rise of the Artist -playing in a band doesn’t cut it anymore, axe grinders can’t hide behind their hardwood and shred, personality, social skills are a must, have to be an interesting person, true artist, what do you stand for, what message are you channeling through music, deeper reason for playing, what’s your credo, life philosophy, do you have deeper insight to change our perspective
5. Bedroom-itis -modern guitarists stricken with horrible disease of bedroom itis, Ironically, rise of social media made us less social, stay home and scroll insta over interacting with others, less likely to jam, play live shows or even share music online, trapped in ego driven isolation, lack of feedback, without others to course correct and gain perspective on ideas
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T stands for TECHNIQUE (5 min)
I stands for IMPROVISE (5min)
T stands for THEORY (5 min)
S stands for SONGS (5 min)
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🎸 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1History Of Metal 1808-2023Shred2023-08-08 | A long lost cousin asked me if metalheads worship satan at my family reunion this past weekend. Truth is, just because I like bone crushing riffs, doesn't mean I pray to beelzebub every night. It got me thinking, how would you describe metal to a newcomer? Metal is intense vocals, pounding drums, heavily distorted guitars and thumping bass. In short, metal is about strong expression. But it's more than just sonic elements. Metal is a way of life, an attitude, music for independent thinkers. Buckle up, because this video is a crash course on the History of metal from 1808-2023
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1. Beethoven The seeds of Metal started with Beethoven’s 5th symphony finished in 1808. This is strong expression source material, evidenced by the fate theme. Early 20th Century In 1913 Igor Stravinsky released the Rite Of Spring. This turned the world upside down, causing a riot to erupt at the premiere. Rhythmic, harmonic and melodic dissonance, making ears bleed across the globe. In 1918 Gustav Holst’s Mars, the Bringer of War, took the world by storm. Tritone intervals, fortissimo brass and a 5/4 time signature. Without a doubt the heaviest orchestral piece of all time. This inspired the first metal band Black Sabbath. Bassist Geezer Butler stole the main theme and it's even in the same key. Diamond Head and even Metallica would cover this piece with AM I EVIL 2. Blues and Hard Rock (1960’s)The main primary tonal element of metal is guitar distortion. In 1951, the delta cats first used guitar distortion by accident with a broken amplifier. Bands like Led Zeppelin paved the way for heavier sounds. Deep Purple exploded on the scene in 1968. A hard rock blues band, using Beethoven’s 5th Symphony to create the most iconic guitar riff. 0-3-5 is a universal musical phrase, connecting metal and blues tradition 3. Birth Of Heavy Metal (1970’s)The first true heavy metal band according to most historians is Black Sabbath. Formed in 1968, in Birmingham England. The band worked in steel factories, which is how metal got its name, Guitarist Tony Iommi chopped his fingers off, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. He downtuned his guitars to make them easier to play. An unintended consequence was heavier music! Black Sabbath is characterized by aggressive vocals, pounding drums and dark subject matter In 1975 the New Wave of British Heavy Metal arrived. Judas Priest pioneered metal swag, style, and leather image. Rob Halford was a demon from hell with soaring screams, huge production. Iron Maiden also was born in 1975. Dual guitar harmonies, lyrics about satan vs jesus. The only metal band to challenge Metallica's dominance with over 100 million albums sold. One of most prolific metal bands with17 albums Metal's identity crisis happened in the 1980’s with glam metal, spandex, showing off the package, androgynous appearances, tons of makeup. Bands like Van Halen, Aerosmith, Def Leppard, Twisted Sister, Motley Crue, Poison, Guns N Roses 4. Thrash and Extreme Metal (1980’s-1990’s)Big four thrash metal bands emerged in the early 1980's, Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer. This was a rejection of 80's glam culture. Metallica was formed in 1981 in Los Angeles, California. Metallica is by far the most influential metal band with 125 million records, 25 million Spotify monthly listeners. Their sonic elements include, speed, punk, palm muting, socially conscious lyrics and focusing on the riff as the engine of band Progressive MetalIn the late 1980's prog metal surfaces, Dream Theater is the biggest band in this field. Operatic vocals, combining odd time signatures with metallica riffs, extreme virtuosity John Petrucci is a mega shredder! In the mid 1980's Neoclassical metal starts picking up steam. Yngwie Malmsteen leads the way, fusing classical influences from Bach, Vivaldi and Paganini.
Extreme Metal How heavy can metal get? Venom releases black metal in 1981, founders of the most evil subgenre, shock value, marketing genius, lyrics about satan and the occult Death MetalChuck Schuldiner is considered to be the founder of Death Metal, starting the band Death in 1983. Screaming vocals, dissonant harmonies.
5. Modern Metal Who says you can't dance to metal? Pantera are the inventors of groove metal. Dimebag Darrell is a guitar god with an incredible feel and larger than life personality. Korn breaks onto the scene in 1993 with 7 string axes, dual guitar orchestration, and textural effectsThe Holiest Chord | GSUSShred2023-08-07 | What's the Holiest Chord? GSUS muhahaha
⚡️ Sus stands for "suspension." Sus chords are a way to create tension and release in music. The iconic lick in Sweet Child O' Mine by Guns N' Roses is a perfect example of sus chords. Lord Slash outlines a Dsus chord before resolving to D Major
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1. Versatility Guitar can play any style and even emulate the sound of other instruments with effects
2. Expressive Capacity The expressive capacity of guitar is unparalleled. Bends, whammy bar techniques, tapping, sweeping and more
3. Portability Having trouble hauling your grand piano to the jam? The six string is easy to transport at a moments notice
4. Accessibility Instruments like the bassoon, tuba, or even violin aren’t easy to play. Guitarists can play simple songs in short order
5. Cool Factor Guitar is by far the coolest instrument in existence….period!
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1. QUICK WIN Start your session with something easy to gain momentum. The chromatic scale is familiar and gets the blood pumping
2. NEW IDEA Riding the high from your quick win, try a new idea next. The chord progression Am and D forms the backbone of many songs
3. SONGS Songs are an essential tool for musicians to reach the world and leverage the universal language of music. ACDC's Thunderstruck targets speed, accuracy and impresses your friends!
4. MUSIC THEORY Music Theory is crucial for every well rounded practice session. The A Dorian Scale is perfect for improvising and lead guitar development
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🛑 PATREON (all courses) patreon.com/shredmasterscott?fan_landing=true&view_as=publicMusic Theory in 5 minutesShred2023-08-03 | Music theory in 5 minutes. After watching this video, you'll have a general idea of the five main topics in music theory. You might be thinking, is music theory necessary for guitar players? YES! Music Theory is a shortcut to get the sounds you want. It's not a system of rules telling what you can and can't do
1. Reading Music Learn the notes on the staff, EGBDF and FACE
2. Intervals Intervals are the distance between two notes. For example, the distance from E to F is a minor second
3. Scales Scales a series of notes connecting an octave. The D minor scale used in Iron Maiden's FEAR OF THE DARK is spelled D-E-F-G-A-Bb-C
4. Chords Chords are three or more notes played at once. Metallica's Nothing Else Matters uses an E minor chord spelled E-G-B
5. Keys Keys tell us what notes sound good together. For example Megadeth's Tornado of Souls is in the key of B minor, containing two sharps (F#, C#)
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1. Versatility Guitar can play any style and even emulate the sound of other instruments with effects
2. Expressive Capacity The expressive capacity of guitar is unparalleled. Bends, whammy bar techniques, tapping, sweeping and more
3. Portability Having trouble hauling your grand piano to the jam? The six string is easy to transport at a moments notice
4. Accessibility Instruments like the bassoon, tuba, or even violin aren’t easy to play. Guitarists can play simple songs in short order
5. Cool Factor Guitar is by far the coolest instrument in existence….period
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🎸 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1The world HATES metalheads | 5 ReasonsShred2023-08-01 | Let's talk about 5 reasons why the world hates metalheads
1. Presentation The extreme appearance of metalheads can scare people. This can lead to negative assumptions about who we are.
2. Misunderstood Metal music is often misunderstood. Exploring topics like politics, religion and war can be an affront to less open minded individuals
3. The Music Listening to metal music is an active experience. The dissonance, odd time signatures and fast tempos aren't for everyone
4. Media Manipulation Metal is often demonized by the media. Tipper Gore and the PMRC tried to shut down free speech in the music industry
5. Individualism People who think for themselves can be perceived as a threat. Although we have our own ideas, metalheads are often friendly once you get to know them
0:00-The World Hates Metalheads 0:57-Presentation 1:22-Misunderstood 2:15-The Music 2:53-Media Manipulation 3:38-IndividualismMusic Theory in 60 secondsShred2023-07-31 | Music Theory In 60 Seconds
Notes On The Staff Reading music is essential for further study in music theory. Notes on the lines are E-G-B-D and F. Notes on the spaces are F-A-C and E, spelling the word FACE
Intervals Intervals are the distance between two notes. Check out the tritone in Black Sabbath
Scales Scales are a series are a series of notes that connect an octave. Iron Maiden’s Fear Of The Dark uses the D minor scale
Chords Chords are 3 or more notes played together. Start with the E minor chord used in Metallica’s Nothing Else Matters
Keys Keys explain a group of notes that sound good together. Megadeth’s Tornado of Souls uses the key of B minor
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🎸 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1What Makes Something HEAVY?Shred2023-07-28 | What makes music HEAVY? In this video I unpack 10 key elements that contribute to the bone crushing sensations generated in metal music. Things like, Instrumentation, Timbre, Distortion, Dissonance, Rhythm, Palm Muting, Dynamics, Low Tunings, Aggressive Vocals, Lyrical Themes and Visual Presentation. I'll use specific examples from Slayer, Metallica, King Diamond, Cannibal Corpse, Black Sabbath and more! Grab a front row seat as we dive into the music theory behind intervals used in songs like BLACK SABBATH and MASTER OF PUPPETS. What makes music heavy to you?
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🛑 HOLIEST CHORD T-Shirt shredmaster-scott.creator-spring.com/listing/the-holiest-chord-shirtAI FAILS to teach me METALLICA!!!Shred2023-07-26 | Can chat gpt teach me Metallica songs? Does AI understand Music Theory? Find out the limits of artificial intelligence in this video as I put chat gpt to the test! We'll also be catching up with touring bands during their summer schedules. Metallica, Dream Theater and Pantera. Do guitar gods still practice? Check out a recent Rick Beato interview with John Petrucci, Tosin Abasi and Devin Townsend to get their secrets on continuing to improve.
I reveal my BBC method on how to overcome any challenge, including the specific structure of the perfect practice session.
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0:00-AI Metallica FAIL 1:38-AI vs Music Theory 3:28-Solo Using Music Theory 4:07-Wap Juice 4:16-Tired Of Tallica 6:07-Jack Black Likes Pantera 6:54-Dream Theater's New Singer 8:07-The P WORD 10:13-Perfect Practice Routine 13:57-Reggaeton Rage 15:26-666 Speed Shoes 16:07-BBC Reveal 18:44-Back Exercises For GuitaristsRevealing my BBCShred2023-07-25 | Use my BBC method to overcome any challenge
BELIEVE you can do it. Don’t allow your mind to cancel your efforts before you even start
BREAK it down. Write down each step in the process
CELEBRATE even the smallest progress towards your goals
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🎸 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Perfect practice routineShred2023-07-24 | ⭐️ Join my FREE newsletter below to get FREE tabs and exclusive discounts. Every month I release courses on music theory, songwriting, technique and more. Join forces with my community as we conquer our guitar dreams together!
QUICK WIN 1. Start your session off with a quick win. A simple warmup routine that isn't challenging and serves to get the blood flowing. Establishing momentum helps associate positive emotions with the act of practicing. NEW IDEA 2. After warming up, try learning a new idea. The emotional rush from your quick win creates an enhanced state of focus. The new idea could be a scale, chord progression, song or technique. CREATIVE EXPLORATION 3. The best way to retain what you've learned is to apply it. Improvising to a drone is a creative exercise that will help solidify your new knowledge. Don't be afraid to make the concept your own and experiment SONGS 4. Playing songs is an important part of being a musician. Popular repertoire helps strengthen our technique and get comfortable with common musical ideas. Focus on the most important aspect of the track. A main riff or lick, for example. Don't worry about learning the entire song...it's better to learn small parts of many songs. MUSIC THEORY 5. Music theory is an essential aspect of every practice routine. Analyze songs by figuring out the key, scales used and chord progression. If you're more advanced, try making your own version songs using music theory. Some ideas to try are changing the style of the song, or modifying the notes to fit a different scale. This is a great way to generate original concepts for your own music.
JAM! 6. Close out your practice session by letting off some steam. This is your time to go for it! Jam over a track, allowing your musical intuition to guide you. Develop your own style through experimentation. Try improvising over a chord progression using original licks and techniques. The main goal here is to have fun!Do this if you’re a guitar beginnerShred2023-07-17 | ⭐️ Join my FREE newsletter below to get FREE tabs and exclusive discounts. Every month I release courses on music theory, songwriting, technique and more. Join forces as we conquer our guitar dreams together!
🎸 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Proof I’m the strongest manShred2023-07-11 | ...The most important thingShred2023-07-10 | ...Dave Mustaine Bullies meShred2023-07-09 | ...DIME would HATE new PANTERA!Shred2023-07-08 | Would Dimebag Darrell hate the new Pantera lineup? It's true, there's been a storm of controversy brewing around Zakk Wylde replacing the fallen guitar lord. Does he do justice to Dime's musical genius, or is he making a mockery of the iconic legend? I find this entire debacle completely absurd. Dimebag Darrell would be beyond delighted to see his axe grinding brother honoring him onstage every night. I couldn't care less if Zakk isn't replicating each riff and lick exactly right. What's the point of being a clone of someone else when you have a unique personality? Time tested traditions like jazz and classical music allow for individual interpretation. This is how we make music relevant from one generation to the next. I personally think Zakk is doing an incredible job and it's amazing to see Pantera's music celebrated onstage again.
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🔴 Finger The G-String T-Shirt shredmaster-scott.creator-spring.com/listing/finger-the-g-stringWorst thing I’ve ever doneShred2023-07-08 | ...IRON MAIDEN vs Metallica | The Winner isShred2023-07-06 | Iron Maiden and Metallica are the two biggest metal bands on the planet. In their eternal fight for dominance, who will reign victorious? Metallica's record sales stand at 125 million, while Iron Maiden lags behind at 100 million. Each show is a battle to gain more fans. Sales metrics can only tell us so much about a band though. In order to find out more, we'll be watching a live performance of Iron Maiden's WASTED YEARS. Performed in Dublin Ireland on June 24th 2023. The question is, can Bruce Dickenson and the boys still bring the magic live, or are they too old? Stop wasting the years and score my Music Theory For Guitarists course below! Until July 11th, there's a massive 65 percent discount to take advantage of. 50 songs, the fretboard, scales, chords, intervals, how to read music and much more!
🔴 Finger The G-String T-Shirt shredmaster-scott.creator-spring.com/listing/finger-the-g-stringI QUIT YouTube!Shred2023-07-04 | ...Why I QUIT YouTube | Metallica Doesnt Matter anymoreShred2023-07-04 | I had to QUIT YouTube....honestly I was just getting burnt out trying to keep up with a brutal uploading schedule. For those who don't know, I also make music courses every month. I was losing my sanity between tik tok, instagram and YouTube! So, I decided to just focus on my new course and take a much needed rest from social media. In my absence, Metallica has been out on the road, touring Europe in support of their new record, 72 Seasons. Music critics are saying this new record can't compare to iconic albums of the past. I think they're right.... but that doesn't mean there's no value in Metallica's new work. I hope Metallica never stops making records. You have to keep trying and never give up. In order to rekindle our passion for Metallica, we'll be watching a live performance of Nothing Else Matters recorded in Gothenburb Sweden on June 16th, 2023. The lyrics of this track may be the most powerful the band has written. The universal human themes of staying true to yourself and trusting in our own journey strike a chord with our souls. Learn more about music theory and guitar with my FREE newsletter below!
🔴 Finger The G-String T-Shirtshredmaster-scott.creator-spring.com/listing/finger-the-g-stringTOP 3 exercises to look JACKED!Shred2023-07-01 | 3 exercises you can do to look JACKED this summer. First up is the push up. Don't underestimate this powerful bodyweight movement targeting the chest, shoulders and triceps. I aim for 100 reps per day. Enjoy your new A cups!
Pull ups are a key exercise to create that inverted triangle look. Lats, biceps and even rear delts are activated. Squeeze your back during each rep to get that mind to muscle connection.
The most overlooked exercise for a masculine physique is the shoulder press. This monster movement targets all three heads of the shoulder in one motion. You'll instantly notice a huge difference in your upper body width. If you don't have any dumbbells, use your guitars or anything else you can find around the house!Why I’m cursed forever….Shred2023-07-01 | I don’t know about you but I’m terrified of surprise knocks at my door. Who’s awaiting me on the other side?
My worst fears came true when the Ace Of Spades came knocking. My first thought was, I’m cursed forever now! As it turns out, it was just the ghost of Lemmy from Motörhead looking for a jam muhahahaha. Learn more about guitar and music theory with my FREE newsletter below
🔴 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1End Back Pain FAST! 4 exercises for guitaristsShred2023-06-29 | End back pain fast with these 4 exercises for guitar players. Playing guitar for hours at a time can destroy your back, especially if you own a heavier guitar model like a Les Paul. After seeing a doctor, getting and MRI and trying a bunch of other things, I finally discovered some simple stretches that instantly take the pain away
1. Superman The first exercise is the superman. Get down on the floor, pick up your legs and fly your arms back forth like superman.
2. Upward Facing Dog Get in the upward facing dog position for the next exercise. Push yourself up and squeeze your shoulders to release tension.
3. The Twist Using a gentle twisting posture, put your right arm under your left and push down into the ground....ahhhh that hits the spot. Repeat with your other arm as well
4. Shoulder Stretch Lay down on the floor while extending your arm to stretch your shoulders. Straighten your arms and flex your triceps for best results.Playing the fastest song everShred2023-06-28 | ...Your music SUCKS!Shred2023-06-27 | As musicians, our self esteem is constantly under attack. Bearing your soul on the internet with original songs takes guts. Be prepared for the naysayers to descend upon you with scathing criticism. Your best weapon against these attacks is self awareness. Realize you’re on a path to mastery. Like a Jedi Knight who trains everyday, gradually refining his skills. With each riff and lick, you gradually progress into something greater and more powerful. Shut out the world and FOCUS. NOTHING ELSE MATTERS but you and your craft. Stay motivated and learn more about guitar and music theory with my FREE newsletter below
🛑 Music Theory For Guitarists (65% OFF!) shredmasterscott.gumroad.com/l/lheby/fierqjcSHGreatest song I’ve ever heardShred2023-06-26 | ...Embarrassing myself again…(cheating on metal)Shred2023-06-25 | ...Don’t make this MISTAKE!!!Shred2023-06-24 | Playing it safe in your music is a HUGE MISTAKE!!! I’m fact, that goes for life too. Without risk there’s no reward. Talking to that girl you like, or doing something that scares you just might pay off. Make your music stand out from the crowd with Judas Priest’s secret recording techniques. Recording your riffs in octaves can add tremendous depth and character. Panning two separate takes hard left and right in the stereo field makes your parts sound HUGE!! Learn more about guitar and music theory with my FREE guitar newsletter below 👇
🛑 Music Theory For Guitarists (65% OFF!) shredmasterscott.gumroad.com/l/lheby/fierqjcSHYou’re a FAKE guitarist….Shred2023-06-22 | You’re not a real riff lord until you learn Black Sabbath’s IRON MAN!!! The brilliant structure of this masterwork guides our fingers along the path to compositional competence. It’s a brilliant melody, weaved seamlessly into crushing power chords, the thunderous bass and drums….The track tells a tale of a man who travels into the future, witnessing the end of the world. Upon returning to the present day, no one needs his warning of the disaster to come. In a fit of rage, he causes the very apocalypse he warned about! Learn more about how to tell a story with your riffs with my FREE guitar newsletter
🛑 Music Theory For Guitarists (65% OFF!) shredmasterscott.gumroad.com/l/lheby/fierqjcSHThe first metal songShred2023-06-05 | 🔴 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Why did I do this? Mylie Cyrus metalShred2023-06-03 | ...Iron Maiden beats Metallica and MegadethShred2023-06-02 | 🔴 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Megadeth wins Metallica with thisShred2023-06-01 | 🔴 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Metallica kinda sucksShred2023-05-31 | 🔴 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Top 3 riffs played backwardsShred2023-05-29 | 🔴 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Holy Wars on acoustic sounds…Shred2023-05-28 | ...Chat GPT is dumb as FuccShred2023-05-28 | ...Practice this song to change your lifeShred2023-05-27 | ...This band blew my mind!!Shred2023-05-26 | ...The only scale that mattersShred2023-05-26 | 🔴 FREE TABS! Music Theory Newsletter shredmasterscott.activehosted.com/f/1Something’s wrong with you if you don’t like this gameShred2023-05-25 | ...Metallica are just regular guys who got luckyShred2023-05-24 | Are Metallica just regular guys who got lucky? According to one of my viewers Kirk Hammett isn't much of a guitar player. Does he even deserve his position as lead guitarist in the biggest metal band ever? Is this just jealousy, or does he have a valid point? There's plenty of footage where Kirk and the boys are making mistakes live. Wouldn't you think they'd play more accurately after nearly half a century of performance experience? In order to find out if Metallica are just average joes who were in the right place, right time, we'll be watching a live version of The Call Of The Ktulu. This is the first show of their 72 seasons world tour, kicking off in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In my opinion, the value of a live show isn't in flawless execution but energy transference. Music is a language of emotion. People go to a show to see passionate performers. Yes, we do expect a certain level of competence but standing on stage like a robot playing perfectly doesn't move our feelings. It's ok to make some mistakes if you're connected to your craft and having a good time.
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