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Kiko Loureiro

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Kiko Loureiro is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished rock and metal guitarists of his generation. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1972, he first gained international recognition as the lead guitarist for the Brazilian power metal band Angra, then later became the lead guitarist for Megadeth from 2015 to 2023.

What makes Kiko stand out is his rare combination of technical virtuosity and musical depth. His playing blends:

  • Lightning-fast alternate picking and sweep picking
  • Fluid legato and two-handed tapping
  • Jazz fusion harmony
  • Brazilian rhythms
  • Classical and flamenco influences
  • Strong melodic phrasing rather than pure speed

Unlike many “shred” guitarists, Kiko is known for writing solos that are memorable and expressive while still being incredibly demanding technically.

Career highlights

  • Angra (1991–present): He helped define the band’s signature sound on albums like Angels Cry, Holy Land, and Temple of Shadows, which are considered classics of progressive power metal.
  • Megadeth (2015–2023): Replacing Chris Broderick was a daunting task, but Kiko quickly became a fan favorite. He played on Dystopia (which won a Grammy for the title track) and The Sick, the Dying… and the Dead!, contributing both technically dazzling and highly musical guitar work.
  • Solo career: His instrumental albums—including No Gravity, Open Source, and Theory of Mind—showcase everything from heavy metal to jazz fusion, acoustic music, and Brazilian influences.

As a teacher

Kiko is also one of the best-known online guitar educators. His lessons focus on:

  • Practice methodology
  • Improvisation
  • Music theory
  • Technique development
  • Mental approaches to mastering the instrument

Many guitarists appreciate that he teaches why something works musically, not just how to play it.



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More information:

https://kikoloureiro.com/guitaracademy/

Insta: @kikoloureiro


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ChickenPicks artist Tim Daley

Tim Daley

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Tim Daley


Tim Daley is a British blues guitarist, educator, and online content creator who specializes in teaching authentic blues guitar. He has spent over 40 years studying and playing the blues, and more than 30 years teaching guitar professionally. 

His playing is heavily influenced by legendary blues and blues-rock guitarists, including:

  • B.B. King
  • Jimi Hendrix
  • Eric Clapton
  • Stevie Ray Vaughan
  • Joe Bonamassa

Rather than focusing only on blues licks, Tim emphasizes understanding the fretboard, chord tones, phrasing, and improvisation. His teaching covers topics such as:

  • The CAGED system
  • Triads for blues soloing
  • Chord-tone improvisation
  • Hendrix-inspired rhythm guitar
  • Blues phrasing and feel 

Tim teaches both in person from his studio in Shrewsbury, England, and online to students around the world. He also produces instructional content through YouTube, Patreon, books, and structured video courses. 

He is also endorsed by several guitar-related companies, including Patrick James Eggle Guitars, Chicken Picks, Kool Amplification, and LT Custom Guitars, reflecting his reputation within the blues guitar community. 

If you’re interested in learning traditional and modern blues guitar, Tim Daley is widely regarded as an excellent teacher because he explains not just what to play, but why it works musically.

 


Tim uses Badazz III 

Website Tim: https://www.timdaleyguitar.co.uk/

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@timdaleyguitar

Insta: @timdaleyguitar


ChickenPicks artist Tim Daley

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ChickenPicks artist Kristofer Dahl

Kristofer Dahl

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Kristofer Dahl


Kristofer Dahl (often just called Kris) is a well-known Swedish guitarist, instructor, and prominent online creator in the guitar community. He is heavily recognized for his work as a pioneer of online guitar education and his long-running YouTube channel.

Here are the key things to know about him:

1. Online Guitar Pioneer (Guitar Masterclass)

If you played guitar in the late 2000s or 2010s, you likely ran across his work. Kristofer was one of the foundational instructors and the driving force behind GuitarMasterclass.net (GMC), one of the earliest and most successful subscription-based video lesson websites for guitarists. Through GMC, he helped popularize the “video lesson + backing track + interactive forum tabs” format that revolutionized how bedroom guitarists learned to shred.

2. High-Tech Playing Style

As a player, Kris is a highly technical virtuoso heavily rooted in progressive rock, neoclassical metal, and fusion. His playing style blends incredibly clean high-speed alternate picking, hybrid legato picking, and complex arpeggio substitutions. He frequently draws inspiration from legendary players like Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert, Eric Johnson, and Santana.

3. YouTube & “Learn with Kris” Courses

Kristofer runs a highly popular self-titled YouTube channel with nearly 300,000 subscribers and thousands of videos.

  • The Philosophy: His channel’s tagline is based around his love for “learning and teaching.” He often focuses on breaking down the psychology of practice, how to avoid repeating his past technical mistakes, and how to stay motivated.

     

  • Independent Courses: He offers his own streamlined curriculum through his website (kristoferdahl.com). These include structured step-by-step masterclasses like From Zero to Hero, Smart Practice, Hybrid Legato, and Riff Class.

     

4. Viral Inside Jokes & Originals

Among long-time guitar community members, Kris is also remembered for his quirky, fun original music and viral videos from the early days of internet guitar culture. One of his most legendary pieces is an original progressive/comedy track called “MITTWOCH” (Wednesday). Written entirely with funny, broken German lyrics about forgetting what day of the week it is, the video features him singing casually before launching into an absolutely blistering, face-melting guitar solo.

The Takeaway Kristofer Dahl isn’t just a phenomenal shredder; he is widely respected because of his approachable, humble teaching style. He strips away the ego often found in high-level guitar playing and focuses on making advanced mechanics accessible to the everyday player.



ChickenPicks artist Kristofer Dahl

Kris uses: Badazz III and Bermuda III Pointy

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/kristoferdahl

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/kristoferdahl1/

Website: https://kristoferdahl.com/


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ChickenPicks artist Darrell Braun

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Darrell Braun


Darrell Braun is a Canadian guitarist, educator, and YouTube creator who has become one of the largest guitar-focused personalities on YouTube. His channel, Darrell Braun Guitar, has grown to around 860,000 subscribers, where he publishes videos on guitars, amps, pedals, and playing techniques.

His content typically includes:

  • Reviews and demos of electric, acoustic, and classical guitars
  • Comparisons between instruments at different price points
  • Amplifier and effects pedal demonstrations
  • Guitar modifications and partscaster builds
  • Playing challenges and technique videos
  • Tips for buying affordable gear

One of the reasons his channel became popular is that he plays each instrument extensively instead of just talking about specifications, giving viewers a sense of how the gear actually sounds in a musical context. He’s also known for presenting budget-friendly options alongside premium instruments.

Darrell has collaborated with or featured products from many major manufacturers, including Sire, PRS, Harley Benton, Yamaha, Fender, and others. He has also produced long-running series exploring the Larry Carlton Signature guitars from Sire.

He made a review on ChickenPicks guitar picks as well. See here below.




Derrall uses: Bermuda III

Youtube Channel Darrell Braun Guitar: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellBraunGuitar


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Jens Larsen

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Jens Larsen


Jens Larsen is a Danish jazz guitarist, composer, educator, and one of the most influential online jazz guitar teachers. While he was born in Denmark (1973), he has spent much of his professional career in the Netherlands, where he teaches at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague and performs with several jazz groups.

Background

Larsen didn’t initially pursue music professionally. He first earned a degree in mathematics and computer science from the University of Aarhus in 1995. After discovering a passion for jazz, he studied at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague from 1998 to 2004, graduating cum laude with a master’s degree in jazz guitar. During his studies he performed with musicians such as Michael Brecker, Jim McNeely, and Slide Hampton.

Playing style

His playing is rooted in:

  • Bebop and hard bop
  • Modern jazz harmony
  • Strong voice leading
  • Melodic improvisation rather than flashy technique

Influences he has mentioned include players such as Kurt Rosenwinkel, Jim Hall, and traditional bebop guitarists, while his teaching emphasizes understanding harmony over memorizing patterns.

YouTube and education

Jens is perhaps best known today for his YouTube channel, which has grown to over 500,000 subscribers. His lessons cover topics like:

  • Jazz chords and chord melody
  • II–V–I progressions
  • Bebop language
  • Improvisation
  • Music theory
  • Practice strategies

His videos are known for being concise, practical, and often challenging common misconceptions about learning jazz. He also publishes books, study guides, and online courses through his website.

Performing career

Although many people know him as an educator, Larsen remains an active performer and composer. He is a founding member of the jazz quartet Træben, whose albums have received critical praise in Europe and North America. He has also worked with ensembles including the Yvonne Smeets Group, Jazz4Kids, and Wijnen, Winter & Larsen.

Reputation

Within the jazz guitar community, Larsen is widely respected for making advanced concepts accessible without oversimplifying them. Reddit discussions frequently recommend his lessons and his “Jazz Guitar Roadmap” course, especially for players transitioning from rock or blues into jazz. Many players appreciate his structured teaching style and depth of harmonic knowledge.

If you’re interested in jazz guitar education, Jens Larsen is often mentioned alongside educators like Rick Beato, Tomo Fujita, and Barry Greene, but with a much stronger focus on traditional and modern jazz improvisation.



Jens uses ChickenPicks Badazz III.

Youtube Channel Jens Larsen: https://www.youtube.com/jenslarsen

Website:https://jenslarsen.nl/


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Robbie Calvo

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Robbie Calvo


Robbie Calvo is a British-born guitarist, singer, songwriter, session musician, and one of the best-known online guitar educators. Originally from London, he later established himself in Nashville, where he has worked as a session guitarist, performer, songwriter, and instructor.

He’s especially respected among guitarists for combining:

  • Blues, rock, country, and fusion influences.
  • Strong melodic phrasing rather than purely technical “shredding.”
  • A deep understanding of harmony, modes, and fretboard visualization.
  • Practical teaching that focuses on making players sound musical rather than just faster.

Teaching career

Calvo is probably even more famous as a teacher than as a performer. He has created more than 20 instructional courses for TrueFire, many of which have been among the platform’s best sellers. His lessons cover topics such as:

  • Pentatonic improvisation
  • Modes and modal harmony
  • Chord melody
  • Rhythm guitar
  • Songwriting
  • Slide guitar
  • Fingerstyle techniques
  • Solo construction and phrasing

Students often praise him for explaining why musical ideas work instead of simply demonstrating licks.

Performance and session work

Beyond teaching, Calvo has:

  • Worked as a Nashville session guitarist.
  • Written songs for country artists.
  • Produced music for television, including projects for the BBC, ITV, PBS, and ABC.
  • Performed hundreds of live solo shows using vocals, guitar, looping, and percussion.

Yamaha and gear

Robbie has been closely associated with Yamaha as a clinician, conducting workshops around the United States and demonstrating instruments such as:

  • Revstar electric guitars
  • A-Series acoustics
  • Silent Guitars

He’s also worked with companies like Line 6, producing demonstrations and educational content around guitar processors and effects.

Playing style

If you’ve watched him play, you’ll notice several trademarks:

  • Smooth legato phrasing.
  • Tasteful use of hybrid picking.
  • Expressive bends and vibrato.
  • Sophisticated chord voicings.
  • Blues vocabulary mixed with modal ideas.
  • Strong melodic development rather than long streams of notes.

Many players compare his melodic sensibility more to players like Robben Ford, Larry Carlton, or Scott Henderson than to high-speed shred guitarists.

Why he’s respected

Professional musicians often point to Robbie Calvo as someone who bridges the gap between advanced theory and practical musicianship. His lessons tend to emphasize:

  • Hearing chord changes.
  • Connecting scales to harmony.
  • Building solos that tell a story.
  • Developing a personal voice on the instrument rather than copying patterns.

If you’re interested in learning improvisation, melodic soloing, or understanding the fretboard more deeply, his material is widely regarded as some of the most thoughtful and musical available.



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Website: https://www.robbiecalvo.com/

Joey Jones

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ChickenPicks artist Joey Jones

Joey Jones


Joey Jones (online as @joeyjooones), a Berlin-based German guitarist, songwriter, and content creator who has become well known through his YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok guitar videos.

Here’s an overview of his career:

  • Professional guitarist before social media. Before building an online audience, Joey worked as a touring and session guitarist. He has performed with German artists including Nena and Daniel Biscan, and also produced music for other bands.
  • Rise on YouTube and Instagram. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when live touring stopped, he began posting regular guitar videos online. His energetic riff-based performances, original solos, and tone demonstrations quickly attracted a large audience. By 2026, he had amassed well over 100,000 followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.
  • Playing style. Joey’s music sits somewhere between alternative rock, hard rock, and modern blues rock. His influences often draw comparisons to players such as John Mayer, Dave Grohl, Josh Homme, and classic Marshall-driven rock. His emphasis is on memorable riffs, expressive bends, and strong melodic phrasing rather than technical shredding.
  • Gear enthusiast. His channel includes a lot of content on guitar tone, pedals, and amplifiers. He has collaborated with brands including Nik Huber Guitars, JHS Pedals, Browne Amplification, and others. His signature sound is closely associated with Nik Huber guitars and vintage-style Marshall amplifiers, especially a 1987 Marshall Silver Jubilee.
  • Original music. After becoming established online, he launched his own original alternative rock project. His debut singles introduced a melodic, riff-heavy sound inspired by 1990s rock, and he has since begun performing his own headline shows in Berlin.

One reason Joey Jones has become popular is that he combines professional-level playing with an approachable teaching style. Many of his videos break down guitar tone, songwriting, or practical playing concepts rather than simply showcasing virtuosity.

If you’re into players like Pete Thorn, Rabea Massaad, John Mayer, or Chris Buck, you’ll probably appreciate Joey Jones’ blend of tasteful playing, gear knowledge, and songwriting.



Joey uses Light 2.2 

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joeyjooones

ChickenPicks artist Mike Imbasciani

Mike Imbasciani

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Mike Imbasciani


 Mike Imbasciani is an American blues-rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, and bandleader based in Port Charlotte, Florida. He is best known for leading Mike Imbasciani & His BluezRockerz, a power trio that blends traditional blues with classic rock, rockabilly, and folk influences.

Some highlights of his career include:

  • Started very young: He began playing guitar at age 5 and was performing professionally by 11 years old. He formed his own band as a teenager.
  • Musical style: His playing draws heavily from artists such as Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Brian Setzer, and Santana. His sound mixes Chicago and Texas blues with classic rock and rockabilly.
  • Awards: In 2019, his band received the Southwest Florida Blues Society Regional International Blues Challenge People’s Choice Award, recognizing their popularity on the regional blues circuit.
  • Tribute projects: Besides his original band, he performs “Simply Clapton,” a tribute show covering Eric Clapton’s career from the Bluesbreakers, Cream, Derek and the Dominos, and his solo work. He also performs a “Folk Legends” show honoring artists like Bob Dylan.
  • Touring: Although primarily active in Florida, he has also played venues in Nashville, Memphis, Atlanta, Arizona, Ohio, and other locations. His performances range from clubs and theaters to blues and jazz festivals.

Beyond performing, Imbasciani:

  • teaches guitar,
  • records original music,
  • hosts The Imbasciani Chronicles podcast, where he interviews musicians and discusses music history and guitar.

His original material includes songs such as “Letters In The Attic,” and his band has released several live albums in the Bluez & Beyond series.

Overall, Mike Imbasciani has built a reputation as a modern blues guitarist who respects traditional blues while incorporating classic rock influences. Rather than pursuing mainstream commercial success, he has developed a strong following on the regional live music circuit through frequent performances and tribute productions.


ChickenPicks artist Mike Imbasciani

Mike uses ChickenPicks Light 2.2

Website: https://www.mikeimbasciani.com/

Insta: @mikeimbasciani1


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ChickenPicks artist Tino Hevia

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ChickenPicks artist Tino Hevia


Tino Hevia


Tino Hevia (full name Constantino Hevia Toraño) is a Spanish guitarist, songwriter, producer, and recording engineer best known as the founder and rhythm guitarist of the power metal bands Reveal, Darksun, and formerly Nörthwind. Born on 10 August 1976 in Zürich, Switzerland, he has been an influential figure in the Spanish power metal scene for more than two decades.

Musical career

Tino began playing guitar in 1998, inspired by bands such as Rage, Dio, and Blind Guardian. He has said that hearing Blind Guardian’s Imaginations from the Other Side convinced him to dedicate himself to writing songs rather than simply becoming a lead guitarist. His emphasis has always been on strong songwriting, memorable riffs, and melodies.

He founded:

  • Nörthwind (1999), a pioneering Spanish power metal band.
  • Darksun (2002), which became one of Spain’s best-known melodic power metal acts.
  • Reveal (2017), an international project featuring Swedish vocalist Rob Lundgren and guest appearances from musicians associated with bands such as Blind Guardian, Primal Fear, and Rage.

Throughout his career, he has shared stages with major metal acts including Bruce Dickinson, Angra, Rage, Savatage, Motörhead, and WarCry.

Playing style

Unlike many power metal guitarists, Tino describes himself primarily as a rhythm guitarist and composer. His philosophy is that great songs come before technical showmanship. His riffs are tight, melodic, and heavily influenced by classic European power metal while incorporating modern production techniques.

Production work

Besides performing, Tino produces, records, mixes, and masters music from his own studio. For later Reveal releases, he handled much of the production himself, collaborating remotely with musicians across several countries.

Guitar gear

Tino has been an endorser for several major guitar brands. His current setup includes:

  • Charvel Pro-Mod guitars (his main instruments)
  • Gibson Les Paul models
  • ENGL amplifiers
  • Kemper Profiler
  • Suhr pickups
  • Two Notes Torpedo Captor X
  • Shure in-ear monitors

His rig is designed to deliver a powerful, articulate high-gain tone suited to melodic and power metal.

Why metal guitarists appreciate him

Tino Hevia is respected not only for his playing but also for his songwriting. His music combines memorable choruses, harmonized guitars, and polished production, and he has built a reputation for collaborating with internationally recognized musicians while remaining deeply involved in every aspect of creating his records—from composition to final mix. His philosophy, featured on Reveal’s official site, sums up his approach: “If you want something… fight for it!”


ChickenPicks artist Tino Hevia

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What ChickenPicks does he uses:

Uses Bermuda III Pointy

Website Tino: https://www.tinohevia.com

Chickenpicks artist Tobias Keil

Tobias Keil

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Chickenpicks artist Tobias Keil

About Tobias


Tobias Keil is a German professional guitarist, bassist, music producer, and songwriter. He is best known for performing as a touring guitarist with German superstar Helene Fischer, where he has played on major live productions and stadium tours.

Some highlights about him:

  • Professional touring musician: Keil has spent around a decade performing with high-profile German artists, including Helene Fischer, Sasha, Unheilig, and ISAAK.
  • Musical background: He studied at the Cologne University of Music and Dance, where he further developed his skills as a guitarist and musician.
  • Producer and songwriter: In addition to live performance, he works in music production and songwriting, contributing both in the studio and on stage.
  • Solo artist: In 2026, he began releasing his own German-language, guitar-driven music. His debut single, “Applaus,” reflects on themes such as social pressure, expectations, and authenticity.

Tobias uses ChickenPicks  Badazz III


Info Tobias


Insta: @tobiaskeilmusic

Website: www.tobiaskeilmusic.com


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Luca Vento

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Luca Vento on stage using ChickenPicks guitar picks
Luca Vento holding a Chickenpicks Badazz III

Luca Vento is an Ibanez guitar player from Germany.

Uses:

Badazz III 


Info Luca:

Insta: @lucavento

Hedras Ramos

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Hedras Ramos is a young Guitar Prodigy, born in Guatemala City in 1992. Hedras is taking the world by storm with his furious shred and future-jazz stylings, bringing the instrument to an entirely new level.

With Atoms & Space his debut album with guests such as (Andy James, Jennifer Batten), Followed by The Impressionist in 2017 where Plini and Martin Miller appeared as guests, Anup Sastry on Drums and Simon Grove on Bass recorded the whole album, he’s the man behind the Guitars of the latest Heavy Metal album (The Omens of Death) of iconic Hollywood star, Sir Christopher Lee (Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Dracula, Star Wars and 280+ movies),his own version of (2 of his songs) in the popular game Rock Band Games and nearly 20 endorsements from great companies from America, Europe and Asia, Hedras definitively has pushed the boundaries for an artists of such a young age, and he’s only warming up!

By the end of 2017 Hedras made his big move to the United States while living in LA Hedras performed with Steve Vai at Musicians Institute.

After many years of Collaboration with Cort Guitars Hedras helped in the creative process for the Models X700 Duality and Mutility, making these guitars his main instruments. The evolution of this process led to the upgrade of Fishman Fluence Pickups on Duality and Mutility models.

In 2020 Hedras released his third album Pagans, being this one his heaviest work including songs like Innate Behaviour and Pagans, in this album Japanese virtuoso Bass player Ayumu recorded Bass and Anup sastry recorded Drums.

In 2022 Hedras released his 4th album titled “Angels” this one being a creative exploration of guitar mixed with Trap, EDM and Reggaeton.



Links


Insta: https://www.instagram.com/hedrasmusic/

For more info, tabs and lessons check his website: https://hedrasmusic.com/

Perfecto De Castro

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Perfecto De Castro, the virtuoso guitarist from Manila, Philippines, has transformed his musical prowess into a captivating online presence.

Global guitar influencer

Renowned for his influential role in the iconic Filipino rock band Rivermaya, Perfecto now dominates social media platforms with insightful guitar tutorials, gear reviews, and mesmerizing performances on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

As a beacon of inspiration in the digital realm, he effortlessly connects with a global audience, solidifying his status as a revered influencer in the contemporary music landscape.



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Check Perfecto’s Youtube Channel:

www.youtube.com/@OfficialPerfectoDeCastro




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Explore the world of Guitar with Perfecto De Castro, a talented guitarist from Manila and a renowned social media influencer.

Insta: @OfficialPerfectoDeCastro

#GuitarPodcast Perftalk: https://perfectodecastro.com/the-perftalk-podcast

#Guitarlessons: https://perfectodecastro.com/instruction

Website: perfectodecastro.com

Eelco van Zanten

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Hi there, Eelco here. Thanks for visiting! I’ve been playing (electric & acoustic) guitar and writing, recording, producing, performing music for 30+ years. Teaching guitar for 20+ years at home & at various institutes, including the Amsterdam Conservatory. I play any style, from rock, funk, indie, soul, R&B, metal, pop, hiphop, dance, u name it.

Guitar work

Will give any guitar part the depth and soul it needs, be it simple or complex, loud or quiet, heavy or sophisticated. I am a team player, reliable, hard worker, can work fast, am stylistically versatile at a professional level. Experienced across the full spectrum of being a recording and performing musician, played all the biggest stages and festivals in the Netherlands. Been a bandleader, arranger in several settings and have been producing in Logic Pro since 2003. Been recording in ‘real’ studios with ‘real’ gear since the nineties. With one foot in the old music world and one foot in the new one, I have always kept an interest in modern music technology and the evolution of music production.

In the past decade I’ve collaborated with various young Dutch artists in pop/hiphop music, as well as doing commissioned and commercial production/composition work, where this flexibility is of great use. You have to be able to create in any style/genre. Be intuitive, communicate about it. From heavy metal, to hiphop, to meditation music. I can handle complexity as well as simplicity. Less is more, and sometimes, more is more as well! 🙂 Also have been the go-to mixing and mastering engineer for various clients in music and podcasts, through the years. Hit the play button to hear some of the projects I’ve been involved in.

Shoot me an e-mail, and let’s talk about your project!

Credits

  • composing music for Almere Central Station (2022)
  • Composing music for Almere City Soccer Stadium (2021)
  • Great reviews and interview in Gitarist Magazine (NL)
  • Worked with the top Dutch Hiphop artists
  • Collaborated with top guitarists globally
  • Playing in front of 10.000+ crowds on numerous touring gigs in the Netherlands
  • Nominated funk/fusion/world guitarist of the years ’21/’22 by Gitarist Magazine (Benelux)

Discogs verified credits for Eelco Van Zanten

  • Brainpower
  • DJ TLM a.k.a. The Last Mohecan*
  • Various
  • Donnie (15) Featuring Vjeze Fur*
  • Donnie (15) Featuring Vjeze Fur*
  • Nightingale (2)
  • Brainpower
  • Bastian
  • Supermannen
  • Seymour Bits
  • Bastian (8)
  • Donnie (15) Featuring Vjeze Fur*
  • De Jeugd Van Tegenwoordig (2)



Links:


Insta: @eelcovanzanten

Youtube: Eelco van Zanten

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Frank Pané

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Frank Pané’s story:

I started my musical history as a 7 year old kid with piano playing and had pursued this for about further 7 years.

I came then to the point that I felt a little bit bored of just playing pieces of classic based music combined with strict

rules, and as a rebellious teenager, you are not willing to follow the rules anyway, so that I did as a 14 year old adolescent my first steps on guitar.

After several school bands, in 1995 developed with Mantragora the first serious formation. Afterwards some stations followed until 1998 the formation Red to Grey (R2G) was established.
In 2002, I left R2G and joined the power metal band Valley’s Eve. In the same year I also set up the Deep Purple / Rainbow cover band Burn.
The begin of 2007 finally saw the release of my first instrumental record called “Liquid Emotions” and another album (“Naked’), recorded together with my band, saw the

light of day in 2010.

In 2013, I joined Purpendicular, one of the most successful Deep Purple tribute bands.

2015 was a busy and exciting year to me, I became a member

of the legendary German rock band Bonfire and also released

my second solo instrumental CD “Six String Tales” on Borila records/ H’Art distribution worldwide.

One year later, I decided to found the classic rock influenced band Sainted Sinners and in 2018 another more progressive rock orientated band called Dark Blue Inc.

If time and circumstances permit, I’m happy to perform with yet another project of mine called Lydia & Frank Pané’s Six String Tales the music of my guitar heroes.

​

LADY EVYL, founded in 2022, is my latest project. It’s the ultimate female (by my wife Lydia) fronted tribute to Black Sabbath.






Frank uses the Badazz III 2.0.


Links


Website:

www.frankpane.com

Socials:

Insta: @frankpane777

Band:

www.bonfire.de



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