

Music: A Doorway to Self-Realization
Realization is the awakening of a certain level of understanding, in which something that appeared unclear has revealed its secret and the mystery behind it has been exposed. It is the act of knowing what is real and aligning ones vision with each new truth as it is unveiled. So in essence one could say SELF-realization is looking at life through the REAL EYES of the self! By finding that deeper connectivity to the creative essence that makes YOU a unique individual, you will


Shining Light On The Dark Ages: The Concept of Mind Over Metal
Throughout human history, music has been an ever changing and evolving art form. It has embraced and expressed the views of many tribes and nations, and the beliefs that make them unique. From Creation, music and sound have played an important role in molding and shaping the voices and expression of basic human communication. Sound is one of the first senses that helped us develop our conception of the world around us. We distinguish different vibrational impulses from the
The Power of Intention!
Have you ever sat back and wondered what it was about certain musicians or their music that made them stand out above all others? What does it take to create a timeless work of art that will be listened to and enjoyed for years to come? When you think of legendary guitarists like Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Van Halen, Eric Clapton and the like, you think not only of the originality they possess but the feeling you get while you are listening to them play. It's almost mesmerizing! Thi


The Spirit of Music
In ancient times, poetry and music were often considered sacred testimony carried out by enlightened souls sharing their experience of the divine. Not so anymore. In most cases, art has lost its spiritual connection. In part, Westerners have limited the spirituality of music through the literal restriction of the musical scale to 12 notes. In time the micro-tones and sub frequencies (responsible for transmitting an expansion of consciousness within sacred music) were dismisse


Building Your Technique Arsenal!
There are many ways that a guitarist can progress and improve upon their skill level no matter what style of music they play or skill level they are currently at. One thing that has proven to be a valuable asset to any musician is the perfection of technique. Technically Speaking No matter how much raw talent or ability one innately possesses the one thing that always makes particular artists stand out is their individual technique. This is what set Bruce Lee apart from all o


Strength from Weakness
Identify Your Weaknesses It is very true that sometimes our greatest strengths rise out of our biggest weaknesses. When we can identify anything that is holding us back in any way from achieving success, be it a small thing or our life’s purpose, we have already begun the process of becoming stronger. As musicians it is quite often that we are faced with the challenge of overcoming a weakness and persistence is the key to making it happen. Don't Give Up When Things Get Tough


Building a Band Bond Stronger than Duct Tape!
Fight For Your Right To Bond Many aspiring guitarists move past the daily regimen of bedroom boot-camp to go fight victoriously in the real world of ROCK BANDS!!! Finding and forming that band and preparing for the battles ahead is no small task of it's own, but the real secret to a winning band of rockers is to build a bond that will last. Often, we just get so caught up in the rush of excitement with each show that we tend to forget that we are part of a team and each membe


Tips for Touring GREEN!!
Hitting the open road with your band can be an exciting and rewarding experience. To travel to new places and experience the beauty of nature and it's surroundings in each location is a privilege in and of itself, aside from the thrill of the stage. But with so many bands out there touring, it's important to take a moment to think about Mother Earth, so that we can insure the longevity of this beauty that we so often take for granted. After all, if she dies, then the beauty t