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Behold... The Arctopus stop by the vlazemetal studio

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Behold... The Arctopus stop by the vlazemetal studio to talk about their current tour and their latest album, Skullgrid.

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Randy Strom gigs in September

Greetings Warrzone readers,
I'm happy to say I'm booked again for another round of touch-style guitar gigs. This Friday Sept. 12, 7-10pm at "Vitello's Italian Resturant" in Studio City and Monday Sept. 15, 6-9pm at "red, white+bluezz wine bar and grill" in old town Pasadena. Later in the month, "Vitello's Italian Resturant" again on Friday the 26th, 7-10 and then back at "red, white+bluezz wine bar and grill" Tuesday, the 30th , 6-9.
Thank you so much everyone for coming out,

Randy Strom

redwhite+bluezz wine bar and grill . 70 South Raymond Ave, Old Pasadena, Ca. 626.792.4441
Vitello's Italian Resturant, 4349 Tujunga Ave, Studio City, Ca. 818.769.8905
http://www.redwhitebluezz.com/
http://www.vitellosrestaurant.com/

Angel City Jazz Festival 9/1/08 Monday 11:45AM~

Los Angeles, California
Ian Rapien's Spectrums will be performing at the Angel City Jazz Festival on Monday 9/1/08 11:45AM~. This group will feature

Ian Rapien (Saxes) Kai Kurosawa (Basses)
Romain Collin (Keys) Nick Anderson (Drums).
Ian Rapien, Kai Kurosawa, Romain Collin & Abe Lagrimas Jr. will also be performing

9/5/08 11AM 90.7 KPFK the Global Village
9/6/08 8PM Cafe Metropol

Ian Rapien	Kai Kurosawa
Romain Collin	Abe Lagrimas Jr.

Randy Strom playing in Studio City

I am fortunate to announce I've been put on the calendar at the famous landmark, Vitello's Italian Restaurant in Studio City. With old school charm and the best italian food, Vitello's has been a favorite of show biz folks in the area for decades. I will be playing on Fridays, June 20, July 11, July 25, 7-10 pm. Thank you,

Randy Strom

http://www.vitellosrestaurant.com/

4349 Tujunga Ave.
Studio City, Ca. 91604
818.769.0905

Randy Strom playing in Old Town Pasadena

I have been added again to the calendar at "red, white and bluezz" in Pasadena. Currently, 6/16, 7/8, 7/21, 6-9pm. This jazz venue has a comfortable, classy atmosphere, fantastic service, wine and food and everyone has a great time. It's a perfect place for my touch-style Warr guitar music. Thank you again to all for coming to eat, drink, listen and enjoy,

Randy Strom

redwhite+bluezz wine bar and grill . 70 South Raymond Ave, Old Pasadena, Ca. 626.792.4441
http://www.redwhitebluezz.com/
http://profile.myspace.com/randystrom
http://warrguitars.typepad.com/

EA Gear by Bill Burke

A few weeks ago, the unfortunate reality that my stage rig was not cutting it became unavoidable. On the solo gigs I had just done, my combo could not adequately fill the rooms. With the percussion ensemble, the din of speakers distorting while trying to push my sound over a drummer and five percussionists was distracting to say the least (fortunately, I had a direct line running to the house system). I needed more clarity and headroom.

While making my way back home, I was contemplating the options available. The EA stuff kept popping into my head as a possibility. I knew Trey and others I admire have used the gear. But having had no personal experience I was unsure.

As serendipity had it, I arrived home and noticed Mark Warr’s post – only 17 hours old – that he would be carrying EA gear. So I picked up the phone and called. After Mark answered the slew of questions I had (and after the great talk with Randy Strom who had just started using EA himself) I decided to go for it; the iAmp800 and the 210 cab.

As the weeks passed, I’ve used the EA rig on about 12 gigs with three different routing configurations. To conclude first: the EA stuff sounds amazing and true. My 8 string sounds as pure as it does when I record direct. This is the best rig I’ve ever owned.

In the first configuration, I run the stereo outs of my instrument into a Muse Receptor (essentially, a DAW set up for live use of VST plug-ins). This is my most used routing set-up. From the board I run directly into the iAmp to the 210. The tonal quality seems lossless and there are no noticeable artifacts sometimes associated with running direct from a computer based system like the Muse. I imagine the EA stuff would sound great with a laptop running Guitar Rig or the like.

In the second configuration, I run the same as above but go direct from the iAmp to the board. The DI works better than I had hoped. It’s a true signal that sounds great as a feed to the house, and as in one instance so far, to a stand alone digital workstation. Other amp DIs I’ve used pale in comparison.

In the third configuration, I run directly into the iAmp. Having experimented, my instrument sounds best with the bass end into the active input and the treble into the passive. The magic of these instruments really shines through the EA stuff. The warmth of the lows, the texture of chords and the bliss of bell-like overtones are clear and articulate.  (As I’m writing, I’m reminded that there are two other configurations I’ve used. The first is with a six-string student who plugged in and claimed, “It’s like I’m hearing my instrument for the first time”. The other is a gig I did on bass last week: unbelievable sound and tone control.)

I’m blown away with the EA gear. It’s absolutely clean and with the EQ off, flat. My headroom concerns are gone. I haven’t even come close to pushing the boundaries. I’ll be entering my next gig with the percussion ensemble at The Great Blue Heron Festival knowing the group members will be able to hear and enjoy my stage sound.

My only gripe is that I don’t yet have a second rig to run stereo during my solo gigs. But I’m saving…

Fuzzy Logic Boptet in Culver City Saturday 6/7

The Fuzzy Logic Boptet returns to the Industry Cafe and Jazz in Culver City, CA
Saturday June 7th from 8-11PM.
The band will be performing classic jazz and originals from their
latest CD, Playing Favorites.
www.cdbaby.com/fuzzylogicboptet

No cover charge, great food.

Jim Wright --- Touch-guitar (guitar and bass played simultaneously)
Robin Rader --- Sax, flute
Polly Klemmer --- Keyboard
Craig Aschoff-Drums

www.myspace.com/fuzzylogicboptet
www.myspace.com/warrguitarist

Industry Cafe and Jazz
6039 Washington Blvd.
Culver City 90232
(310)202-6633
www.Industrycafeandjazz.com

Ethiopian restaurant featuring East African Injera specialties and
southern style soul food which includes a wide selection of
vegetarian dishes, not to mention wine, beer and a whole lotta love.
Not to be missed!

ALSO THAT SAME DAY:

The FLB will perform at the "June Jubilee" at Aveson Charter School (an alternative school set against the San Gabriel mountains in Altadena) (http://aveson.org/) on Saturday June 7th.

The address is 1919 Pinecrest Dr Altadena CA USA 91001

The event is an end-of-year celebration and fundraiser, along the lines of a Waldorf event, and will have food, kids games, a rummage sale, a silent auction, etc etc. There are parent/staff committees in charge of organizing events, publicizing the event, etc., and they expect a turn out of 1500-2000 people over the course of the day.

There will be a 12¹ x 12¹ stage with music 10 am-noon provided by the kids, and noon-4pm provided by professional musicians. PA and back line provided.

Fuzzy Logic Boptet performs 2-3:00 p.m.

Guitar, Bass and Tapping Retreat

Enjoy a rejuvenating four days (July 31- Aug 3) of guitar workshops, master-classes, recording sessions, impromptu jams and energizing concerts on the pristine mountain campus of Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA.

The 2007 Guitar Retreat Series is a one of a kind four-day guitarist learning community where you can learn everything from the basics to advanced concepts and techniques of this incredible instrument. If you're a complete beginner, this is for you. If you have some experience with the guitar, you'll gain valuable new skills and insights. If you're a pro already join us to further expand your capacity as a player and musician. Most of all, you'll enjoy and grow.

Since 2004, the focus of this program has been to engage students as well as adult learners from all over the United States in a culturally rich, all-inclusive music program.

Our philosophy is that students learn best in a completely hands-on, relaxed, safe environment without the pressure of being perfect. Beginners are warmly welcomed. This program is built for adults over 18. Enrollment is very limited. Register today. For more info, please visit: http://www.jimdonovanmusic.com/guitar07home.html

FOR TOUCH-INSTRUMENTALISTS: Whether you prefer to tap on 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 strings (or any number in between), I’ll be providing opportunities to learn techniques which encompass: bass and treble independence, recording of stereo instruments, effects routing and bussing techniques important to our approach, jamming concepts for solo, duo, trio, settings, etc.

With the registration of only a few more wishing to concentrate on touch techniques, we’ll be able to hire at least one more touch-guitar instructor to enrich the experience.

This is a great opportunity to concentrate on generalities and specifics, relax and play, play, play. To register, please visit: http://www.jimdonovanmusic.com/guitar07home.html.

Please email with questions to: bill@billburke.net

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Bill Burke

Kai Kurosawa Solo Japan Tour 2008Kai Kurosawa 日本ソロツアー中

Kai Kurosawa is on tour in Japan, mainly solo acts with some guest spots. check out dates at
http://happysad.org/japanese/hs_schedule_0408_j.html

Kai Kurosawa日本ソロツアー中。今回のツアーはスーパー　ギタリストIsaoのSpark7にゲスト参加など、内容盛りだくさん！今のとこ見に来てくださった方々、本当にありがとうございます。
４月分の残りの日程はこちらでチェックしてください。
http://happysad.org/japanese/hs_schedule_0408_j.html

http://www.happysad.org

Behold... The Arctopus - Transient Exuberance

The Arctopus performing live at Knitting Factory NYC on Oct 23 2005.

Catch them on tour now! http://www.myspace.com/beholdthearctopus

Upcoming Shows ( view all )

Dec 8 2007 7:30P
Knitting Factory w/ Between the Buried and Me Hollywood, California
Dec 9 2007 6:30P
The Exit w/ Between the Buried and Me Fresno, California
Dec 10 2007 7:00P
Slim’s w/ Between the Buried and Me San Francisco, California
Dec 12 2007 7:30P
The Black Sheep w/ Between the Buried and Me Colorado Springs, Colorado

Many more!!!!