Maritime

So how are things going in Satch world? I could definitely use an escape right now. We just got back from "mid-semester break' and I didn't do any homework over the break. lol. It would be nice to be at a Satch show right now...

Railton, just don't give Rich too much details though, if it's easy to find, he'll buy it before he responds to you!

Seriously, Rich is a big collector. I think the price sounds reasonable, but depends on condition/etc. Some people try and sell them for a lot more.

Nice guitars the JS6, I don't have one.

Roo

The Most Ridiculous Excuses For Missing Work

Employee hit a turkey while riding a bike.

Employee said he had a heart attack early that morning, but that he was “all better now."

Employee donated too much blood.

Employee’s dog was stressed out after a family reunion.

Employee was kicked by a deer.

Employee contracted mono after kissing a mailroom intern at the company holiday party and suggested the company post some sort of notice to warn others who may have kissed him.

Employee swallowed too much mouthwash.

Employee’s wife burned all his clothes and he had nothing to wear to work.

Employee’s toe was injured when a soda can fell out of the refrigerator.

Employee was up all night because the police were investigating the death of someone discovered behind her house.

Satch...Meeting was really an amazing experience. Lindsey if you see this, thanks for your efforts to make the Meet & Greet in DC @ the Warner Theater awesome.

Joe...I think it is wonderful that you take time to sit with your fans and us ordinary folks. I have been playing guitar for 16 years. First time I heard one of your songs from the Surfing with the Alien album, I was hooked. Every album since has challenged me to learn more about the guitar & every time I manage to play even bits of one of your songs, it instills so much confidence in me as a person & a player. After meeting you, listening to & speaking with you, I was able to gain such confidence in my playing ability because like me, you are also just a person. No offense! Much more talented musically than I, but just interacting with you, let me see I COULD ALSO play with confidence and as difficult as some arrangements are with practice I now know for sure, I can play anything I set out to learn. THANK YOU FOR THAT.

After the show, I must have played guitar for 7 hours that night as my hearing came back into focus. I didn't care about work or anything other than re-learning Baroque, one of favorite tracks. I truly hope at some point you are able to read this short message. The show at Warner theater in DC, was just incredible. You mentioned to us, you were slightly unhappy with the acoustics during your sound-check, but trust me Sir, from the 4th row dead center, you all sounded AMAZING (ha-ha). Also, what a treat it was for me to see Leslie play. Wow, if I can be working that hard at 63, life is good. Thank you for the photo and thank you for such a wonderful set list. The whole time I was watching, all I could tell is that your a guy who LOVES what you do. It just never gets old for you.

I described to my father (Leslie's age & also a Joe) your music & that I was going to your concert. I said there are very few words, but as you listen to Joe's music, it is as if, each note is a word and together every song tells a beautiful story. A story you can remember time and time again; like words to any other song. It is this reason I believe your songs are so powerful and that you are so successful. I am forever a fan of the guitar and your music. Meeting you was truly an experience I will carry with me throughout my lifetime. I plan on traveling more often to see you play around the country and the world. I greatly look forward to meeting again one day. Until then, keep doing what you do. Your passion for music allows folks like me to listen to something and all of a sudden, I am in a different place. My horrible day is in the past. Thank you for that as well.

maritime - Thanks for posting that Brecker video...that's quite a lineup there.

I think he's always been more of a behind-the-scenes guy...

Good Afternoon Satchland...... How is Everyone?

Austin....Speaking of Galen. If my memory is right....He was listed as Stu's bass tech on the LISF CD/DVD. That probably explains why there's no music or band he's associated with like Stu,Matt and Dave have. It makes perfect sense that Joe would hire him for rhythm guitar.......he's already in the camp....if you know what I mean.

Band Update: Demo CD is mixed....Yeah !!!!! Should have some of the songs on our my space site this week. I'll keep you imformed. Thanks to all......

Thanks maritime for the links - very interesting, and how funny that I went to Monterey High School as well!!!

ahh zinc, you always have such cool random stuff!

ZuperDave - thanks for clearing up that last bit of confusion. In my earlier comment I was basically in agreement with you. I think we are coming at that topic (fingers + amp = tone) from the same perspective. also thanks for the info on those pic ups.

Igneousiceman - Was listening to Waiting for the Gman just the other day. What did you finally decide to listen to?

Richmond - The National Theatre - Friday, October 24 -- Sorry I am so far behiind schedule. The show in Richmond was monstrous. Mountain was very entertaining. Leslie West can still sing (better I think than before) and his tone was great. His array of PRS guitars were sweet and Corky fueled the fire. Bass player was quite the showman and they did a great set.

Joe - Joe - Joe! Amazing. I went in expecting a lot. The bar was set pretty high in terms of expectations and I was still amazed. Better than expected (how do you do it night after night) and I was expecting a lot.

Loved the new stuff and the selections from Satch and the Musterions. Loved the old stuff. your tone was great and it was a pleasure and a privilege to see you in such an intimate venue.

Thanks for the smiles and the grins - thanks for singing a verse of GOIN DOWN! Freddy King would have been proud!!!! You really made the evening an unforgettable experience. Its been a long time since my (18 years old) son appreciated anything I did for him more than this.

Hey Brit, Maybe you should go back to basics: • Learn basic chord progressions. • Play rhythm guitar. • Find chord progressions that match your style. • Improvise a lead using the scales you have learned, transposing them to the key of the chord progression you have chosen.

hughie t thx im willing to try anything ive been playing 4 10 years and as a rythm guitarist check out my video myspace.com/tfsongwritingco its called stuttering love im on the electric maybe you could see where im going wrong. id appreciate the feedback

OH MY SWEET LORD IN HEAVEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Atlanta show was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've finally figured it out! Jesus Christ was God's miracle inclined son and Joe Satriani is God's musically inclined son! That's the only way a human could possibly be that totally amazing! Man he really rocked the house! I waited by the bus after the show and when he came out he came right over to the fans and started signing autographs and taking pictures. He is so down to earth and you can really tell he appreciates his fans! I can't wait till the next one I am able to attend!