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WEEK 41 - THE INLEO ERA
Yes, a new era is amoung us! We have now stepped into a new relam... development, drive, determination, desire..... EVOLUTION!
Welcoming us ALL to the latest march forwards. The new changes - another step towards collective growth! May your goals all be achieved!
This week - I just couldn't stop. This guitar solo wen't on and on! I did record this the other day and havdn't had the time(?) to get around to posting it. But, all I ask if you us to enjoy - that is what music is all about! We all feel it - the connection, and love that music brings us all. It is not over yet, it has only just begun!
Played on my Les Paul Custom (Epiphone). I wanted to go a little harder with this one, my typical playing is more blues/rock, and I always love some shred, so I tried to unleash! I have been working on some Acoustic stuff recently, so maybe I will change it up for next weeks entry!
Either way... peace and love to you all! Such an amazing platform and community here - I am always blown away by everyone's perfromances and commitment - we are all in this together. As I say at the end of my video... WE ARE THE ONES!
https://x.com/CHOEYGMUSIC/status/1953922282273091617
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*- sunsethunter * AKA CHOEY G
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https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/exkhrrfu
VIBES WEEK 40!
Congratualtions to EVERYONE on last weeks competition, all of the winners, and all of the entries!
Are you all ready for another AWESOME week of music? I am!
I wanted to write a new original song for this weeks entry, and I thought, for most of you, the summer is coming to an end. Funnily enough, it is just entering Spring here in New Zealand, but I wanted to reflect the chill summer vibes that I know many of you are enjoying, and some of us are longing for!
I kept this to around 2 minutes, and yes it is a demo song, I mixed it all and added some soft drums which have the tape 90s sound to it which I quite like. Just acoustic guitar for this, which was fun! I really enjoy writing music, and sometimes a few things come together like this one.
What do you all think? Should I make this into a full length song with another verse and a guitar solo? If you ask, you shall recieve! :)
I sure hope you all enjoy, and I am looking forwards to hearing all of your entries! :)
I am also excited for Week 41, where we will join INLEO for another new development and jounrey in the VIBES world! It will be cool to see how this all plays out :)
Peace and love everyone!
https://x.com/CHOEYGMUSIC/status/1953922282273091617
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/yjnmsbhm
VIBES! WE ARE BACK! WEEK 39!
Best of luck to everyone this week! Now, for this weeks theme of 'movie themes and soundtracks' I wanted to merge it in with a tribute to The Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne. Ozzy's music has always been a huge influenece for me, and millions around the world. His spirit lives on through his music!
So, which solo is your favourite? I have mixed in my TOP 3 solos! I would love to know which was your favoruite!
But wait... isn't this movie themes? Well.. These songs have been featured in many movies! For example:
CRAZY TRAIN - Ghost Rider, Kung Fu Panda, Trolls World Tour, Megamind
NO MORE TEARS - Little Nicky, YUP
Mama I'm coming home was just a nice addition I wanted to add ;)
Either way, I sure hope you enjoy - even if this doesn't quite fit the overall theme for this week, I wanted to give my tribute to Ozzy, rip some HUGE solos, and still play some well know tunes that have featured in movies and films shows around the world over time.
I look forwards to your entires! Best of luck, and keep rocking!
https://x.com/CHOEYGMUSIC/status/1953922282273091617
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tkdqjkeg
VIBES WEEK 35!
Get ready to dance! As I said, not quite a techno or EDM style from me, but this is a step up from my usual blues, and I sure hope it makes you nod your heads! :D
Bustin out the LTD M10 Custom once more for this jam! A real fun lively backing track, but still has somewhat of a late night vibe! As always, a lot of fun jamming once warm :) I'm saying that as I am typing with my hands frozen hardly able to move as it is now winter here in New Zealand and is a bout 2 degrees outside (...and inside), so I am going to head outside and get on a walk or bike to generate some heat! Then, practice and commence!
Thank you everyone, for the continued love and support :) means a lot to me!
As always, I am just jamming in my own style, but I would say this jam for fans of Slash, Joe Bonamassa, Gary Moore, David Gilmour, Mark Knopfler, and other classic rock greats! Enjoy :)
Peace and love to everyone - a BIG hug to you all and all the best in this weeks competition and truly just in life! :)
https://x.com/CHOEYGMUSIC/status/1920930378933469632
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vwhphjiu
Ever miss your first guitar? Remembering the good days of endless jams on something that cost less than your weekly bills? For me, it was a Columbus Crest (Strat Copy) and I miss that guitar very much. There was also a classical guitar that I sold for like $40 many years ago, that I regret... but, I have a lot of fun with guitars, so that is understandable! Anyway, let's get to todays video...
In Part 1
I was not only recording in a dark room and a lot younger, I had just upgraded my $150 LTD M10 with some Seymour Duncan pickups, worth around $200. This LTD was my first guitar since I have been living in New Zealand, and I won't let this one get away :) not just for nostalgia, but, it rocks! I love playing it. The neck is glorious, it might be the nicest neck I have ever played! There are some minor action and fret issues, but if that was all sorted this would be perfect.
The upgrades - you might have seen in my previous videos where I have displayed my 'tuned' Epiphone, which is a real screamer! This now has the Duncan's in, meaning the LTD has the Les Paul Custom pickups in! Sounds and feels great :)
https://hive.blog/hive-193816/@sunsethunter/adxawuyj
In reality, and to conclude, there is a lot more I could do - tuners, nut, bridge, frets, caps, pots... but, there isn't really any need. I think sometimes working out and feeling a tone and be great. At the end of the day, if you love a guitar, that is all that's needed :) keep rocking everyone!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro and Upgrades
00:24 Sound (bridge)
00:44 Sound (Neck)
01:00 Sounds
01:12 Why? Cost, looks, Gat
02:50 ...more why
03:13 Verdict
03:27 Playout!!
04:48 String Skipping Shred
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tngeqyyi
HIVE - Something short and sweet today :)
Just a quickie today, and sometimes, less is more! Right?
Played on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom (Limited Edition), through my ZOOM G1X FOUR pedal (Gary Moore Patch) into Ableton Live Lite.
The amazing 'MJsBackingTracks' has provided the great blues backing track once again
thank you!With MJ using Gary Moore as the featured image, you know I couldn't resist! Longer jam coming soon :)
SPANISH
Hoy solo un rapidito y, a veces, ¡menos es más! ¿Bien?
Tocado en mi Epiphone Les Paul Custom (Edición limitada), a través de mi pedal ZOOM G1X FOUR (Gary Moore Patch) en Ableton Live Lite.
El increíble 'MJsBackingTracks' ha proporcionado la excelente pista de acompañamiento de blues una vez más
¡gracias!Con MJ usando a Gary Moore como imagen destacada, ¡sabes que no pude resistirme! Próximamente un jam más largo :)
I have some pretty big changes coming up real soon everyone. I want to talk about them, but I think it might be best if I just focus on my music here.
Tengo algunos cambios bastante grandes que se avecinan muy pronto para todos. Quiero hablar de ellos, pero creo que sería mejor si me centrara aquí sólo en mi música.
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ydmbsopa
HIVE - GEAR REVIEW - GUITAR PEDAL - MY TONE
Back with another review, and this time, it's a pedal review! This is a first for me. Well, maybe calling it a review is a bit of a stretch—it's more of a playthrough and sound demo. I skip a lot of the features this pedal offers and dive straight into the sounds. Some people have asked how I get my tone, and here it is! Most of my sounds come from this pedal, which I run through Ableton Live Lite (the free version).
In this video, I explore a wide range of sounds—from clean tones to drives, wah, delay, and even programmed tones inspired by artists like Slash, Gary Moore, and Steve Vai. There are also some very unusual sounds that I’m not sure where I’d ever use, but they’re cool in their own way!
Here’s a brief description from Rock Shop NZ:
The Zoom G1X FOUR features over 70 effects and amp models, a looper, and a drum machine. Plus, you can access ZOOM Guitar Lab’s library of downloadable effects. Plug in and be amazed!
That sums up what this pedal can do! I didn’t mess with the drum or looper functions, and I haven’t even tried the Guitar Lab yet. This pedal is a budget-friendly option—around 200 NZD, 150 USD, or 100 GBP—which isn’t bad at all. Honestly, I don’t need much more, though maybe a longer looper would be nice (the current one lasts 30 seconds, which is usually enough for me).
For this demo, I’m playing on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom (made in Korea, 2000) fitted with Seymour Duncan pickups. Hope you enjoy the video! Peace and love!
SPANISH
¡De vuelta con otra reseña, y esta vez, una reseña de pedal! Esta es mi primera vez haciendo algo así. Bueno, quizás llamarlo "reseña" sea un poco exagerado—es más bien una demostración de sonido. Me salto muchas de las funciones que ofrece este pedal y me voy directo a los sonidos. Algunas personas me han preguntado cómo consigo mi tono, ¡y aquí lo tienen! La mayoría de mis sonidos provienen de este pedal, que utilizo a través de Ableton Live Lite (la versión gratuita).
En este video, exploro una amplia gama de sonidos, desde tonos limpios, drives, wah, delay, e incluso tonos programados inspirados en artistas como Slash, Gary Moore y Steve Vai. ¡También hay algunos sonidos muy extraños que no sé dónde usaría, pero me gustan de una manera curiosa!
Aquí tienes una breve descripción de Rock Shop NZ:
El Zoom G1X FOUR incluye más de 70 efectos y modelos de amplificadores, un looper y una caja de ritmos. Además, puedes acceder a la biblioteca adicional de efectos descargables de ZOOM Guitar Lab. ¡Conéctalo y prepárate para sorprenderte!
¡Eso resume lo que este pedal puede hacer! No probé las funciones de caja de ritmos o looper, y aún no he explorado el Guitar Lab. Este pedal es una opción bastante asequible: alrededor de 200 NZD, 150 USD o 100 GBP, lo cual no está nada mal. Sinceramente, no necesito mucho más, aunque un looper que dure más de 30 segundos sería útil (el actual dura 30 segundos, lo cual suele ser suficiente para mí).
Para esta demostración, estoy tocando con mi Epiphone Les Paul Custom (hecha en Corea, año 2000) con pastillas Seymour Duncan. ¡Espero que disfruten el video! ¡Paz y amor!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:29 Normal(?) sounds
01:42 Octave
02:05 Pedal Wah
02:29 Clean(ish)
02:52 ODD SOUNDS
03:48 Rockin
04:12 Jimi
04:33 EVH
04:44 Brian May
05:08 Mad Delay
05:32 Mad Wah
05:39 Gary Moore
05:57 Slash
06:25 Steve Vai
07:04 Acoustic
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/htwlakda
ENGLISH
I appreciate all of you and especially this platform. I have been thinking a lot recently about how amazing this platform is and its potential to change all of our lives. I am happy to have been able to help some of you as you have helped me. This is a great space :)
Yes, this Limited Edition Les Paul Custom is an Epiphone! With (to my understanding) Gibson hardware! How does it sound to you? To me, it sounds and feels amazing! Especially with these Elixir 10's on! I didn't quite realize how much strings can make a difference. The guitar shop didn’t have any Ernie Ball 10s left, so I went with these, which were a bit pricier, but the coating on them makes them feel brand new even after months! I love it! I think I’ve found my new go-to strings :) I hardly change them anyway... until one busts!
If you want to, just comment down below and let me know what you think of this jam :) If you want to go a step further, head to my video below and watch my new music video 'Everything' :) here is the link:
If you are a SUPER fan, then you can check out my music here :)
https://linktree.com/choey_g
Peace and love!
SPANISH
Aprecio mucho a todos ustedes y especialmente a esta plataforma. Últimamente he estado pensando en lo increíble que es esta plataforma y en su potencial para cambiar nuestras vidas. Estoy feliz de haber podido ayudar a algunos de ustedes, así como ustedes me han ayudado a mí. Este es un espacio genial :)
Sí, la Les Paul Custom de Edición Limitada es una Epiphone. ¡Con (hasta donde sé) hardware de Gibson! ¿Cómo te suena a ti? Para mí, suena y se siente increíble, ¡especialmente con estas cuerdas Elixir 10! No me había dado cuenta de cuánto pueden marcar la diferencia unas buenas cuerdas. En la tienda de guitarras no tenían Ernie Ball 10s, así que opté por estas, que fueron un poco más caras, pero el recubrimiento hace que se sientan como nuevas incluso después de meses. ¡Me encantan! Creo que he encontrado mi nuevo set favorito :) Apenas cambio las cuerdas... hasta que se rompa alguna.
Si quieres, deja un comentario abajo y dime qué te parece este jam :) Si quieres ir un paso más allá, dirígete a mi video aquí abajo y mira mi nuevo video musical 'Everything' :) aquí está el enlace:
Si eres un SUPER fan, entonces puedes ver mi música aquí :)
https://linktree.com/choey_g
¡Paz y amor!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/csunebgz
HIVE - VIBES - WEB 3 - WEEK 21
*Hello everyone! *
First of all, I want to express how truly honored I am to have come in first place last week! It genuinely meant the world to me, and I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who voted for me, to the judges for highlighting my song, and to everyone who took the time to listen and enjoy it. I also want to send a big congratulations to all the participants—I thoroughly enjoyed watching everyone’s videos and celebrating the creativity and talent in this amazing community.
Now, here we are, ready for another week of exciting performances! For this round, I’m going back to what I love most—Guitar Solos! This time, I’ll be diving into a Fusion Blues style, which has been such a fulfilling experience for me. With everything going on in life (and I know many of you can relate), it’s been a welcome escape. I’m not complaining, but music is my outlet, my passion, and this jam session was exactly what I needed to lose myself in the moment and let the music take over.
I’m incredibly excited for the next phase of these competitions, and I have to give a shout-out to the Vibes team, who are working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep this competition running smoothly. Let’s all continue to show our support and make this a fantastic experience for everyone!
SPANISH:
¡Hola a todos!
Antes que nada, quiero decir que me siento profundamente honrado de haber quedado en primer lugar la semana pasada. ¡Significó el mundo para mí! Estoy increíblemente agradecido con todos los que votaron por mí, con los jueces por destacar mi canción, y con todos los que la escucharon y la disfrutaron. También quiero felicitar a todos los participantes; disfruté muchísimo viendo los videos de todos y celebrando la creatividad y el talento de esta increíble comunidad.
¡Y ahora, estamos listos para otra semana llena de actuaciones emocionantes! Para esta ronda, vuelvo a lo que más amo: ¡Solos de Guitarra! Esta vez, me sumergiré en un estilo de Blues Fusión, algo que me ha llenado por completo. Con todo lo que está sucediendo en la vida (y sé que muchos de ustedes lo entienden), ha sido un escape muy necesario. No me estoy quejando, pero la música es mi vía de escape, mi pasión, y esta sesión de improvisación fue exactamente lo que necesitaba para perderme en el momento y dejar que la música me lleve.
Estoy súper emocionado por la siguiente fase de estas competiciones y quiero agradecer al equipo de Vibes, que está trabajando incansablemente detrás de escena para que todo funcione a la perfección. ¡Sigamos apoyando y haciendo de esta una experiencia fantástica para todos!
VIBES PROMOTION
As we know, we are to share our promotion videos. I was posted one on X and Instagram:
https://x.com/CHOEYGMUSIC/status/1841648438985032051
https://www.instagram.com/choey_g_music/
A few months ago, I went on a recruitment rampage on YouTube, trying to introduce more people to the world of Hive and crypto. I managed to get a few friends interested enough to check it out, but honestly, it took a lot of convincing. Most of my YouTube audience isn’t familiar with crypto, and many of them assumed it was some kind of scam right off the bat. I did my best to explain how it works and show them it’s legit, but they were still skeptical.
For the ones who did give it a shot, the process turned out to be a bit more challenging than expected. Signing up, creating an account, setting up wallets—it was overwhelming for them, and most gave up halfway through. After seeing this firsthand, it made me question whether the process is just too complex for the average person. Out of the seven people I tried to recruit, none made it through, which makes me wonder if it’s an issue with the platform’s accessibility or if my audience just isn’t that interested in crypto or Hive.
But deep down, I believe there’s still potential. If I could figure out a better way to explain things or make the onboarding process easier to understand, I honestly think I could get 30 to 50 musicians involved. That’s a lot of potential for the community! I know it’s on me to find a way to communicate it more clearly. So, that’s something I’m working on!
Hace unos meses, me lancé a una campaña de reclutamiento en YouTube, tratando de introducir a más personas al mundo de Hive y las criptomonedas. Logré que algunos amigos se interesaran lo suficiente como para echarle un vistazo, pero la verdad, me tomó mucho esfuerzo convencerlos. La mayoría de mi audiencia en YouTube no está familiarizada con las criptomonedas, y muchos de ellos asumieron de inmediato que se trataba de una estafa. Hice todo lo posible por explicarles cómo funciona y demostrarles que es algo legítimo, pero seguían siendo escépticos.
Para aquellos que decidieron intentarlo, el proceso resultó ser más complicado de lo que esperaban. Registrarse, crear una cuenta, configurar las billeteras... fue demasiado para ellos, y la mayoría abandonó a mitad de camino. Ver esto de primera mano me hizo cuestionar si el proceso es demasiado complejo para el usuario promedio. De las siete personas que traté de reclutar, ninguna completó el proceso, lo que me hace pensar si el problema es la accesibilidad de la plataforma o si simplemente mi audiencia no está tan interesada en las criptomonedas o en Hive.
Pero, en el fondo, creo que hay mucho potencial. Si pudiera encontrar una mejor manera de explicar las cosas o de hacer que el proceso de registro sea más fácil de entender, sinceramente creo que podría involucrar a entre 30 y 50 músicos. ¡Eso sería un gran impulso para la comunidad! Sé que depende de mí encontrar una forma más clara de comunicarlo. Así que, en eso estoy trabajando.
Peace and love to you all!!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/adxawuyj
HIVE! It is time for a review / comparison video! Something a bit different. Today I am talking about if I can make a budget guitar sound like a guitar worth thousands!
In this video, I discuss whether I think an Epiphone can match a Gibson. This was a cheap Epiphone Les Paul Custom that I grabbed for $300 NZD and upgrade it with some sweet Seymour Duncan pickups—an SH-4 in the bridge and an SH-2n in the neck, both picked up used for $200 NZD. 💸
Now, that is an absolute bargain for an Epiphone Les Paul Custom - it was essentially a barn find and needed a lot of TLC!
The big question: Can this Epiphone give a Gibson a run for its money after the upgrades? 🤘 I’ll walk you through the mods, play some riffs, and share my thoughts on whether this budget setup holds its own against the big G.
Let me know what you think in the comments, and if you've ever done a similar upgrade!👇
00:00 Intro and pickups
01:51 Cost
02:24 SOUNDS
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/peboqhfr
Exploring the Mixolydian Vibe! 🎸
Having some fun here experimenting with a scale I rarely dive into—the Mixolydian scale! It’s always refreshing to break out of the usual patterns and explore new musical territories. This one’s got a bit of an upbeat, bluesy feel with that signature dominant 7th sound that the Mixolydian mode brings. 😎
I’m jamming on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom (Limited Edition) for this track, and it's delivering some killer tones. I love the versatility this guitar offers.
You all know about the Les Paul, right? Well, if not, here is a list of legendary players that used/use the Les Paul:
Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin) – Iconic for his 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard.
Slash (Guns N' Roses) – His Les Paul tone is legendary, particularly his use of custom Les Pauls.
Joe Perry (Aerosmith) – Frequently uses a Gibson Les Paul for his bluesy, hard rock sound.
Eric Clapton (Cream) – Early in his career, he played a Les Paul Standard.
Peter Green (Fleetwood Mac) – Known for his “Greeny” Les Paul with an out-of-phase pickup mod.
Duane Allman (The Allman Brothers Band) – Used a 1957 Goldtop Les Paul for his slide guitar work.
Gary Moore (Thin Lizzy, Solo) – Played a Les Paul extensively in his blues and hard rock work.
Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) – Often uses his famous 1959 Les Paul, known as "Pearly Gates."
Zakk Wylde (BLS, Ozzy) - Now has his Wylde range but his bullseye Les Paul is iconic!
CHOEY G (Solo) - Uses a juiced up Les Paul Custom with Seymour Duncan pickups, soon to have his own signature Epiphone guitar! ;)
Happy Monday, everyone! Wishing you all a brilliant week ahead. Stay inspired, keep rocking, and as always, let the music lead the way! 🎶
Thank you so much 'nowyoushred' for the jam track!
Enjoy everyone! I have new music THIS FIRDAY so stay tuned :) peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/dozdgfhn
The AXE Scale is back to review another guitar! This time, with my second Acoustic Guitar Review, we have a Tanglewood Sundance.
My trusted AXE scale provides a comprehensive review under 3 broad categories:
A - Anatomy
X - 'X'plosiveness
E - Enjoyability
What score will the Tanglewood receive, and can it top the previous acoustic guitar, the mighty $40 Lucky Star. Watch and find out... there might even be some surprises! :)
00:00 Intro
00:11 AXE Scale
00:29 A - Anatomy
01:32 X - 'X'plosiveness
01:37 New Song Preview
02:08 X
02:20 Tones
02:53 Lead Tones
04:20 E - Enjoyability
05:15 Verdict
05:25 New Song Preview
For those of you who have made it to the end, yes, I have a new song coming out on the 13th September :)
This model isn't made anymore and Tanglewood updated their range, but here is the link to equivalent models https://www.tanglewoodguitars.co.uk/range-sundancereserve/
I am mostly an electric guitar player, but nothing beats a good play and sing on the acoustic. Actually, I am not the best at playing and singing, I overthink the rhythm sections and often get a little lost. That is a good thing as it gives me something to work on :)
Do you have a favourite acoustic guitar player? I do! It is Tommy Emmanuel :) he is incredible!! I was lucky enough to see him live back in October, it was one of the best live shows / guitarists I have ever and will ever see! I'd love to play like Tommy, who wouldn't!
Thanks for listening everyone, I hope you enjoyed this review! Something a little different. But, I will be back with big solos in no time!!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ibzavpzs
WEEK 20! YEAH!
Vibes, allow me to introduce an orignal song of mine called 'REMEMBER THE LAST TIME?'
Yes, 'TIME?' (with a question mark) is the title of my debut album I released back in 2022, and this song is a throw back to that album. I have integrated all of the song titles (or key lyrics from each song) into this one, as a momento to that album along with a message to myself and everyone else. My music is about standing up for yourself and not letting anyone push you around or tell you what to do.
This is actually my first ever full playthrough of this song, and I sure hope you like the upbeat and classic 2000s style rock sound!
I would also like to announce that I will be releasing new music in less than 2 weeks :)
Peace and love everyone, I hope you enjoy! :)
LYRICS
It's time again, the fate of the world is up to them
Was there ever really a time when things were alright
I'm losing my mind again, reality got me spiralling
Am I in a game simulation or real life
Here we go, it's time again, remember the last time when I said
We are the ones who will never be led, da da da da da da
On and on and on again, projecting thoughts into our heads
We are the ones who will never be led, da da da da da da
Am I in a saw movie, the walls around me are closing in
The key is within and the choice is to free my mind
Now I see with clarity, feeling this weight lifted from me
Awake from the dream and embrace the feeling inside
Never look back but I wish I knew, How the world's controlled by few
Blinded mind seek the truth, da da da da da da
Down we go does it ever end, Reclaim our minds and stop the trend
Stand my friends they will descend, da da da da da da
I was on the edge with a one track mind
There were voices in my head but they were not mine
For real, I know how I feel, These conspiracy theories are coming real
I was on the edge with a one track mind
There were voices in my head but they were not mine
For real, I know how I feel, These conspiracy theories are coming real
I was on the edge with a one track mind
There were voices in my head but they were not mine
For real, I know how I feel, These conspiracy theories are coming real
Here we go, it's time again, remember the last time when I said
We are the ones who will never be led, da da da da da da
On and on and on again, Projecting thoughts into our heads
We are the ones who will never be led da da da da da da
Never look back but I wish I knew, How the world's controlled by few
Blinded mind seek the truth, da da da da da da,
Down we go, does it ever end, Reclaim our minds and stop the trend
Stand my friends they will descend, da da da da da da
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/nqomreux
Oasis reunion is confirmed! 2025! I knew it would happen one day, it had do :) after watching Liam Gallagher play at Reading and Leeds festival (just watched on YouTube, sadly I wasn't there) I just knew it was coming. Then, a cryptic message this morning (27/08/24) and it could only mean one thing. I am unsure if this is a full on return with new music and extended tours, or just a one off blast to say farewell and give us what we all wanted... I think the latter. I would welcome new music for sure. Oasis... Britpop at it's finest! What an era :)
Here I am covering Champagne Supernova - one of their most beloved songs. Just an acoustic version. I was having a jam and just recorded right in. I usually record the vocals and guitar separately. Yes, Britpop attire was necessary hehe :) enjoy! Not the full song, just up to the bridge as an acoustic rendition :)
Peace and love everyone - enjoy :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tiklahpf
This Week They Come in 3s!
In this video, I'm diving deep into the versatile tones of my Les Paul Custom, exploring the full range from clean to dirt to drive! Each tone brings out a different side of the guitar, offering a unique sonic experience that I’m excited to share with you.
This week:
I’m showcasing an original blues guitar solo, because, well, that’s what I love! Blues has always been about expressing raw emotion, and with these tones, I’m capturing the essence of the genre while giving it my personal twist.
CLEAN (00:11):
We’re starting off with the pure, unadulterated sound of the Les Paul. No effects, just the guitar’s natural tone shining through. This clean setting is reminiscent of early blues legends who played straight through a cranked tube amp, producing a slightly overdriven tone when they dug in, but still maintaining that smooth, calm, and clean sound.
DIRT (00:44):
Next up, we add a bit of grit. This mild drive gives you the best of both worlds—a clean sound when picking gently on the neck pickup, but with a bit more bite and energy when switching to the bridge pickup. It’s that perfect blues-rock tone that feels just right, delivering warmth and edge in equal measure.
DRIVE (01:17):
Now it’s time to unleash the beast! I’ve cranked the amp all the way up for a powerful, full-bodied drive that hits hard. This is the tone used by legends like Gary Moore and Slash, with a modern amp setting that delivers that classic hard rock punch. But don’t worry, it still fits beautifully within a blues-rock context, adding a fiery intensity to the solo.
I hope you enjoy this journey through the tones of my Les Paul Custom.
Peace and love! Enjoy!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/gmjticpb
Super Slow Blues! My and my brother in blues 'paulobianquini' are coming in with an Albert King style jam track and a tribute to one of the absolute greats in blues. Albert King's tone, bend, phrases... just a true pioneer of modern blues. Some of his songs like "I'll play the blues for you" just sums up everything you could ever want in a blues tune! Love it :) big AK fan here :)
Did you know that Albert King played a right handed guitar, left handed? So he would flip a standard guitar upside down and play ) I can think of a few others who did/do this too, can you? I am pretty sure that is why he played a flying V :)
Just as a heads up, I am not imitating Albert King or playing in his style, I just have him in mind with these licks and playing style :) I am not on Albert's level, but I feel it like they all do!:)
Allow me to Play The Blues For You!
This solo is played on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom which I have fitted with some Seymour Duncan pickups. They sound great :) I have this running through a low drive tube amp and roll off the volume on the neck pickup to try and easy off the drive a little. Albert's tone was quite different, and I was unsure how to get his, but this is my slow blues go to tone :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vujzsofx
HIVE!:)
Slowing it down with some blues from the heart! Finally have put some 10's on this Les Paul after many years playing with 9's. The reason was is I have forearm pain... I had a guitar related injury some years back and had to go to lighter strings. Well, let's hope I can stay with the 10's here! They sound and feel great! 9's on the LTD's, 10's on the Les Pauls!
Seymour Duncan SH-2 and SH-4n are the pickups installed on this Epiphone Les Paul Custom! Better than a Gibson? Well, that would have to be a direct comparison. No, I would say initially, however, considered I have spend around $700 NZD on this entire setup (guitar and pickups) it is more than a bargain. That's like under $500 USD, and I don't think you'll get a Gibson for under $1000 USD these days?
Anyway, enjoy this jam! Massive thanks to 'nowyoushred' for this awesome jam track!
For fans of Joe Bonamassa, Gary Moore, BB King, and other blues greats, this is my solo for you all to enjoy :) thanks for watching and for supporting!
TIMESTAMPS (for pickup tones)
00:00 Neck
01:43 Bridge
02:36 Neck
Peace and love! Enjoy!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/sehoegmf
HIVE! Week 18, here we go! The show must go on!
Entry Title: "Broken String Blues"
So, firstly, please let me explain why I have my own guitar solo rather than the weekly theme. I am still looking forwards to the Disney theme for you all, but, I guess I've never been a Disney fan (for several reasons!) please don't judge me haha, and I know I won't be winning this week but I still wanted to take part!
Instead of reimagining a Disney classic I decided to stay true to my roots and deliver a raw, unfiltered blues guitar solo. "Broken String Blues" captures the essence of blues rock, filled with passion, grit, and a touch of unpredictability.
At 02:48, life throws me a curveball when I break a string mid-solo. But as they say in showbiz, the show must go on! I didn’t let a broken string stop me; instead, I embraced the challenge, turning it into a moment of spontaneity that embodies the very spirit of the blues—making the best of what you have, even when it’s less than perfect.
While the competition may be leaning towards Disney this week, my heart beats for the blues. I hope this piece resonates with those who appreciate the raw power of music and the determination to keep playing, no matter what life throws your way.
Enjoy the ride, and let's rock!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/xmhnbtgp
Lim Jae Hyun, Moon Seong Wook - With a Smile 기타 솔로
I heard this song YEARS ago and just could not get it out of my head, for years! But, guess what? I could not for the life of me remember what it was called, the artists name, or anything! I was endlessly searching for Korean Ballads or Korean Ballad Guitars Solos and, well, sort of lost hope as I just couldn't find it. Then, suddenly, a recommended video appeared. Could it be? No.. I won't even click... I thought. Something urged me to click play and oh my goodness here it was again. To me, this is one of the greatest ballad solos I have heard! Something just resonated with me so deeply!! I am not sure if I have done this solo justice, but it was tremendous fun to play and an honour to learn and love!! Enjoy everyone :)
Peace and love to you all!
NOTE - I know this solo is just shorter than 1 minute, but I really hope you enjoy it still! Short, but sweet!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/uwbqexuz
VIBES WEB 3 - WEEK 17
Wow, week 17! How awesome! What an incredible 17 weeks it has been, many more to come :)
Sweet! So this week I wanted to come in with something from the soul, and for me, that is a guitar solo! I love losing myslef in the music (so much that even my hair getting in my mouth doesn't break me outta the vibe - if you noticed that haha!) but yes, this was fun for me, as I sure do love jamming out and rocking a solo :)
This is played on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom of which I have upgraded the pickups on :) I think it sounds and looks awesome, to be honest, it is my dream guitar!
Happy to be back and playing after some weeks of unwanted downtime! Can't wait to really pick things up again and take this all to the next level!:)
Peace and love to you all!!
Sunsethunter AKA CHOEY G
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/kkndsjbe
HIVE!
Back to the OG SunsetHunter videos!! Some big guitar solos! Actually, for those of you who have been here a LONG time, I used to post Sunset photos only :) yes, just photos, and no guitar videos! I've always played, but I didn't even start my music jounrey as CHOEY G until 2021. I did start posting guitar video here back around 2020 I believe. But yes I have been here since 2017! Crazy right... actually, I was over on steemit before that and sorta migrated here all thanks to the wonderful Sally who helped me out with all of this - if you're reading Sally, you are awesome and I appreciate you!
So this is a slow rock style solo on my 'strat' - a LTD SN200. A great guitar which doesn't break the bank! It's actually a pretty cheap somewhat entry level guitar, but it plays so well!
This was a lot of fun! The track is a Pink Floyd style track but this in no way is a David Gilmour tribute - I am a huge fan but just playing in my own style here :) really, just improving and having fun and I think it loosens up as it goes! Either way, I hope you enjoy!
Peace and love to you all :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/rfzjwifp
HIVE! This Week is a Special One!
Hello, everyone! I’m excited to share something truly unique with you all this week.
First, I want to address my entry as it deviates from the usual expectations for a Vibes entry. This is an official music video, so I’m not performing or singing live in the traditional sense. However, the entire song is my original work. It's a tune I wrote years ago, which has evolved over time. While the intro and first verse have been with me for a while, I finally got it properly recorded and produced into this music video.
I fully understand that this might not meet the typical criteria for a vibes entry, and I would absolutely not except a top 10 placement since the competition requires live performances.
My primary goal here is to share and debut my video with you all during this special Vibes week. The video has just been released, and you are the first audience to see it! I’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback.
The Song – We Are The Ones
A few years ago, many of us went through some incredibly challenging times. This song reflects my personal journey and how we collectively overcame those obstacles. It carries significant meaning for me and, I hope, for you too.
You might notice some references to "V for Vendetta" and Guy Fawkes. These are meant to add depth and layers to the song, so feel free to explore these references if you're interested.
I genuinely hope you enjoy this video. It’s the second music video I’ve released, and I’m thrilled to share it with you.
Upcoming Release
In just one month, I’ll be releasing a brand-new song with an accompanying video! Stay tuned for more exciting music coming your way!
Thank you for your support, and I can’t wait to hear what you think of "We Are The Ones"!
Lyrics
I was here for you all, when you came from afar
Tonight, they will know who we are, we are
The ones who were forgotten when the world moved on and on
And on and on again from the likes of who we are
We are the ones, who started, it all off before anyone knew a thing
About how this would be, how this would be
Brainwashed, everyone is, so lost, the whole dam world is
Gone in the head, no they never listen, freedom is dead or that's what I'm feeling
Brainwashed, everyone is, so lost, the whole dam world is
Gone in the head, no they never listen, freedom is dead or that's what I'm feeling
I remember way back when, the thoughts in my head were deafening
Now all I can say is, it's who we are
We are the ones who are not forgotten when the world was tuning out
And turned their backs, we stood up, it's who we are, it's who we are
Brainwashed, everyone is, so lost, the whole dam world is
Gone in the head, no they never listen, freedom is dead or that's what I'm feeling
Brainwashed, everyone is, so lost, the whole dam world is
Gone in the head, no they never listen, freedom is dead or that's what I'm feeling
The ones who stand out, when everyone else gives up
It sure was nice to be free
The ones who stand out, when everyone else gives up
It sure was nice to be free
The ones who stand out, when everyone else gives up
It sure was nice to be free
The ones who stand out, when everyone else gives up
It sure was nice to be free
Brainwashed, everyone is, so lost, the whole dam world is
Gone in the head, no they never listen, freedom is dead or that's what I'm feeling
Brainwashed, everyone is, so lost, the whole dam world is
Gone in the head, no they never listen, freedom is dead or that's what I'm feeling
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tudejogc
Hello HIVE!
A big thank you to @edwardstobia for inviting me to join in on some weekly jams! Thanks man!
This week is a little different. A YouTuber named 'Adam Burse' passed away last week and I have decided to do a Tribute solo for him. I was trying to get him over to Hive, along with others. I didn't know Adam personally, but he was always very supportive and we enjoyed each others videos very much for about 2 years. It seems like he had made a big impact on peoples lives over on YouTube, as many are very upset. Well, I thought that a huge blues jam was the least I could do in his memory! RIP Adam!
I will be joining these weekly jams - for those of you who do not know me, I am a guitarist / songwriter and love playing blues rock music! I release my own original music along with frequent solos!
Peace and love everyone - enjoy! \m/
ARTIST NAME - CHOEY G (sunsethunter)
GUITAR - Epiphone Les Paul Custom (2000)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/icuojwil
Back with some blues! Those of you know know me, you know I love the blues!
I have been very busy lately, so I haven't had much time for jam and play as usual, which sucks... BUT I have been working on music videos :) in fact, I will be off recording a new music video for a NEW SONG tomorrow! Love it! I can't wait for you to hear this new song. It will be out in August.
Also... stick around for next weekend... a video for my song We Are The Ones will be released :)I can't wait to share it!
This jam track was from my brother in blues, Paulo - he is over on YouTube and I have given the link to his channel :) I have tried to get him over here to jam with us, but he had some troubles signing up and it doesn't seem that he can post.. hope to see him here real soon!
Anyway, I sure hope you all enjoy this! I am slowly getting back into playing again after a few weeks off :) been on the acoustic a bit more these days which is a fun change!:)
Keep rocking! Peace and love :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/jshkprjm
Coming in late for week 15 BUT I am here just on time! 'TIME?' I tried to post this yesterday but was having some issues! Either way, here we are :)
This is an Acoustic Version of my song 'REMEMBER THE LAST TIME?' which was released back in October 2023.
Here is a link to the original version
I sure hope you all enjoy, it was fun to rewrite this for acousitc! I think there are some ways to improve, but hey! :) Cheers!
Thanks for checking this out everyone! Enjoy!!
00:00 Intro
00:21 Verse 1
00:42 Chorus 1
01:03 Riff
01:23 Verse 2
01:46 Chorus 2
02:06 Bridge
02:39 Outro Chorus
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/khrgligh
YES!! Coming in last minute as I had been away for a couple of days, but absolutely loving this one! Happy to have discovered some of Sam's music thanks to Vibes!
This week I am covering Sam Feldt's song 'Mi Amor' - and I gotta should out to JVKE and Anitta as they feature on this track!
A lot of my own music is pop punk, so there are some similarities here. When writing a song I am trying to find a hook, a riff, or something memorable that I can go back to and have people sing! Sure, I love to shred and play solos the most, but that doesn't equal a great song! So, in short, this way fun!
This is what Sam's tune would sound like with a lot of guitar added! Sam, if you ever want me on a track I'd love to lay down some licks :)
Had to go for it with some faster stuff, as it just comes naturally to me, but I tried to follow the melodies and just have fun with it :) what a cool song! I am pumped up after listening to it and more of SF's tunes!
https://x.com/CHOEYGMUSIC/status/1806470414660731087
Peace and love everyone!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/pyrehmob
My Les Paul Custom has been upgraded with these Seymour Duncan pickups! Have a little playing around to do with the wiring and selector, but it sounds as good as it looks! It is currently in the guitar store as I tried to figure out the wiring again and... well.. yes, let's just say it is in the store ;)
Love these medium paced blues rock tracks, thanks 'MJsBackingTracks' for this one, love it!
be sure to have a jam everyone!
Thanks for the love and support everyone, it means a lot! Peace and love!
PS - I have my FIRST OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO coming out in 4 days! Below is a short preview:
https://youtube.com/shorts/lxIk4xilacE
What do you think of this? It will premier on HIVE first, before anywhere else! Which is also something that I am super excited about! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tolacqma
Coming in with a Guitar Lesson!
You may have heard me (or many other guitarists) use this technique. There are several names to refer to this, but most commonly is the whammy flutter.
I try to break this down into a few simple steps. But, first of all, you will need a guitar with a whammy bar, or floating tremolo. Some bridges on guitars like stratocasters can also do this, but it does depend on how the bridge is setup. So, just keep that in mind :) either way, you can still have some fun!
So, in short, I was playing around on my 'strat' and sure do love spanking the Floyd Rose! I decided to upload a short lesson for anyone wondering how to do a whammy bar flutter :)
You may have heard this technique in the past by many awesome players such as Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Eddie Van Halen and more. If you were ever wondering how to do it, well, here it is :)
Enjoy! Peace and love!
As always, if you have any questions, do let me know as I will happliy respond/advise where I can!
NEWS - I will be releasing my first OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO on 29th JUNE! Stay tuned! It will premier on Hive! You will all be the first to see it :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/chtxueqf
I have been away for a few weeks but now I am back! I had a great time visiitng family in England, and now I am back in New Zealand. Ready to ROCK harder than ever and everyone, I do have a BIG annoucement coming real soon!! Infact, why wait... here it is:
I have my first OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO coming out next weekend! 29th June, save the date! Video for my song 'Rivers' will be out!
Back to this POWER BLUES solo - I hope you all enjoy this big power blues solo on my 'strat' :) I loved playing it!
Yes, I know, my 'strat' is an LTD sn200, sounds and plays awesome!
Thanks for the track 'MJsBackingTracks' love it! Here is the link everyone, have a jam
Thank you all, for the support and love. What an amazing platform we are all on and share :) let's keep on rocking! Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/pnzfzsav
Coming in early with this post everyone!
Note - I am away from the 6th - 21st so my apologies for not responding much over this time, I won't have access to everything like usual.
However, I couldn't head off without posting my entry for week 13, and this time, I wanted to give something a little longer - two solos for the price of one haha!!
Yes, this is a BATTLE OF BLUES! A showdown between the two most iconic guitars in rock
STRAT vs LES PAUL
Yes... I know this is not a 'real' stratocaster, but it is a strat style and has single coils. I think I got a nice blues tone from it, was going SRV sound!
This sure was a lot of fun :) best of luck to all! Let's keep rocking! This competition is awesome!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:25 STRAT
03:21 LES PAUL
Which do you prefer?
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/webhchjw
I was asked by some musicians on YouTube to play a solo over their cover of a Beach Boys song. They made a slow bluesy rendition, so of course I said yes! It was a lot of fun, and they have just shared it to their channel. I have decided to post the sort solo of mine here (so this is just under 1min, but still wanted to share as a full video - hope that is ok?). I will have more full length tomorrow!:)
ProvenGroove - Amy and Brian are amazing musicians, it was so cool they asked me to rock a solo over their rendition of Sail on Sailor! It was a lot of fun and I got to add some tasty blues licks! Thanks for asking me to jam!
Go and check out the full song here
I have been trying very hard to recruit more musicians to join us here on Hive! I did actually get 5 people to join, however they are all having so many issues posting and signing in etc... I don't know why... but one guy 'Fons' has managed to post! I have shared one of his posts to my page!
Have a listen everyone! Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qwkynrtp
HIVE! Hope you are all having an awesoem weekend :)
This is becoming a typical video of mine, however, I guess all of my solo videos could be a tribute to Gary Moore, as if there was one player throughout history I would want to imitate, he's the one! Alas, this is another tribute to Mr Moore. I cannot play like him, but I love to feel every note like he did!
Plus, this special jam track was provided my my go to 'MJsBackingTracks' here is the jam track!
Love just blasting over a fun jam track :) I generally stick to blues and rock. I'd like to start taking some time to try out some other styles and learn some new things soon, I think I will do this. Maybe for the second half of the year I will try more cover songs on an acoustic guitar :) I need to improve my rhythm and style, and to keep writing new music of course!:)
I have some really cool things coming up everyone! \m/ stay tuned! In 2-3 weeks I will present something special... it will air live on Hive!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/uiueoyyz
A DUAL!
Let battle commence! Friendly fire of course :)
This week I am battling out two of my guitars! They are both Les Paul's and one had the standard pickups, the other has some Seymour Duncan pickups :)
They are both great guitars! One day I will have a Gibson Les Paul too, that will be EPIC! Then we can all have a threeway.... GUITAR BATTLE of course!! What were you thinking?!
I think the tone and my setup could be adjusted slightly here, there is a little bit of fuzz here and there but overall it is awesome. I just love a good jam :) soon, I feel that our work and growth on Hive will be able to fun some of our musical dreams! A home studio, studio time, keyboard.. woah that will be so cool!:)
So, which one did you prefer?
Thanks so much for watching everyone! Peace and love to you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/jsskvwzk
Back with another funk blues jam, but this time I had to crank the Wah! I could just hear it in that first one, I had to come back for more!
Yes, played on the LTD Les Paul Custom! Yep, an LTD M-10 with Les Paul Custom (Epiphone) pickups. I think this is a world first. I doubt anyone had quite had the desire to do this before... hehe. But still, this guitar has always been a favourite of mine, I just love it. Such a smooth neck, feels so good to play! Good thing I like cheap guitars :) I'm sure I would love the pricey ones too! \m/
Thanks again to 'MJsBackingTracks' for the track! I'm jamming over these all the time :)
I have some really cool stuff coming out soon - music, videos... not long to wait!:)
Also, I have been pushing for a lot of people I know to join Hive and the music community. I have over 5 people signing up, but they are experiencing a lot of sign up issues. They cannot post, are confused with all of the sub platforms and wallets etc. It seems that they cannot work out how to actually sign up and post. I give them some help and try to respond by email but they are asking too much, I don't really have the knowledge to answer all of their questions (I have been here for years, it was smooth then) and I am confused as to why they are having many issues. Is there a help or support page I can refer them? Cheers :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/wczqkrfc
A nice funky blues solo for this Sunday's jam! Also, this is the first jam on my LTD Les Paul! Yes, a few weeks ago I changed the Seymour Duncan pickups from my LTD over to my Les Paul Custom, and both sound great.
Now I have cranked this one up with some gain, I really like how it sounds! This is a pretty cheap guitar but I love how I have made it my own :) I will keep it forever :) I hope!
I run through the pickups in this video, showing first the bridge and then neck pickup :) it sounds really cool!:)
I will be doing some more videos with this LTD for sure :) in fact, I made another one over this same jam track... but there is a little change coming... stay tuned :)
Thanks again to 'MJsBackingTracks' for the track! I'm jamming over these all the time :)
Peace and love everyone! I hope you have a great Sunday :) enjoy!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qptekxyw
Vibes! We are back at it again after an incredible week 10! Coming up to the 1/4 year anniversairy!
This wee I am coming in with a emotional solo, played on my 'new' guitar. Well, it is not new, but my pickups have been changed :) for those who watch regularly and are guitarists, you might notice this :) I think it sounds pretty cool! I might need to get a pro to have a look at the wiring again for me as I am getting a buzz here and there, but man it sounds cool! I do want to crank it through an amp now and put some new strings on it - will be screming!
This solo is over a 'In This River' style backing track. This is a song by Black Label Society, guitarist is Zakk Wylde. He is incredible, and this song was dedicated to his friend Dimebag Darrell of Pantera, who was shot on stage. So, this sure is an emotional solo!
You might see at the start I take a glace as my hand and elbow - I fell of my bike a few days ago and hurt my hand and arm haha. This is the first proper jam I have had since then, but my hand held up well. I do feel a little out of practice though, need to keep ripping! :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fodtrxsy
Not just changing them on my Les Paul Custom, but also putting Les Paul Custom pickups on an LTD M-10. I just can't fit it all the the video title haha. I'm not sure what is cooler, having Seymour Duncan's (SH2n and SH4 JB) on my black Custom, or having Gold Custom's on the LTD! The Frankenstrat! Or the FrankenPaul as I've named it after some bros!
Well, this venture was a success! Both guitars work and sound cool! Some fine tuning required, but overall I am super happy! Note that the sounds I am using for the before and after are the exact same setting. I'll be posting loads of guitar solos and reviews from these two real soon :)
00:00 Intro
01:41 BEFORE Les Paul Clean
02:14 BEFORE Les Paul Driven
02:48 BEFORE LTD Clean
03:46 BEFORE LTD Driven (Dirty)
04:40 TIMELAPSE
05:03 AFTER Les Paul Clean
05:53 AFTER Les Paul Driven
07:25 AFTER LTD Clean
07:58 AFTER LTD Driven
Peace and love!
PS - I am working on bringing a lot more musicians to this platform! I have made and uploaded a video to YouTube where I reach many people. I will do a blog post soon to explain some difficulties I am having...
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/hdaptsgc
In this video I am running through the process of swapping pickups on two of my guitars. My Epiphone Les Paul Custom (2000, Korea) and my LTD M-10. But, there are not just any pickups that I am swapping... I juiced up my LTD a few years a go with a pair of Seymour Duncan's, so real high end pickups. SH2n and SH4 JB, to be exact.
I have been wanting to see how these pups sound on the Les Paul, and also how they'd look! I always loved Slash's black Les Paul Custom with the uncovered pickups, and man it looks sweet. Also, this LTD is becoming a Frankenstrat! It now had some Les Paul Custom pickups on it! Is that a world first? LTD M-10 with Les Paul Custom Gold pups? Could be :) either way, it looks awesome with them too!
So I go through some generic steps with voiceover just so you can see what's up :) sometimes the camera is a little out of focus, but I hope you enjoy this process as I sure did! Sound check coming up next ;)
Yes.. I know changing the string is idea, but this method means you don't have to. I didn't change my string and there is actually a string shortage in New Zealand right now...
00:00 Strings (Tie Method)
01:31 Pickup removal LTD
02:18 Take pictures and notes for wiring
03:35 Les Paul Pickup removal
04:12 Internals
05:40 Soldering (Removal)
06:37 Tape
06:58 Pickups Removed
07:46 Fitting LP to LTD
08:44 Fitting SD to LP
10:00 Soldering Pickups
10:25 FINISHED!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/onnnmxbt
Week 10 here we go! Better late than never! I was sick last week so just getting back into the swing of playing :)
For this weeks theme of Eurovision, I was going to cover a Maneskin song, or Hard Rock Hallelujah (hehe), but you know what I just thought if I could step on satge to represent a country or play a song what would I do? Well, the first thing that came into my head was to pay tribute to my favourite guitarist Gary Moore. Then I thought, I would feel most comfortable rocking a solo, so this jam was born!
In reality, now I am thinking of it again, yes of course I would play an original song. But how cool would it be to get on stage and just rock a huge blues solo with feeling! Haha, that sounds great to me :)
I am enjoying everyones entries and seeing how this is growing! This year is going to be big everyone :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/iqoamzet
HIVE! Here we go again :)
Giving myself some much needed jam time this weekend and was very happy to rock out a blues rock solo! This one has a little groove, and all the right amounts of feel :) loved this! I tried to pull out a lot of my favourite licks and techniques here, starting off slowly with some melodic octaves, then into some double stops, some faster sections, slow feels and more!
But, yes... this is the last jam I will have on this Les Paul! Well... not entirely... it will be last jam in this setup, as I have just swapped over the pickups! It is no longer standard and original, but it is juiced up! So, stay tuned to see what pickups this Les Paul Custom has, and to see how it sounds!
Thank you to MJsBackingTracks for an absolute banger
Sit back, relax and enjoy! I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed playing!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/diyzvixk
A shorter one coming today! Was experimenting with something different, I was wanting to try something more atmospheric and softer than usual. Alas, I couldn't resist and went back into the usual solos that I love to play!
00:27 Is when the guitar solo kicks off!
This track was provided by YT Jam Track
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdMqonsla0BK21Fnf9Qx5Wg
I use these sometimes to jam over! Do you like playing over backing tracks or to your own tunes?
What is coming up next?
Well, I have an awesome soulful blues rock solo on the way, and I am actually in the process of 'tuning' two of my guitars... or should I say splicing... the chimera is on it's way! haha!
Not too much more to say here everyone, I am almost better now (I was SO sick this week... was really bad) but yep back to singing later today!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/xohjnvpb
Some blues groove for everyone to jump over the midweek hump and go! Let it rip!
This is a part written and part improvised guitar solo, I play over a track (wether it is my own track or one like I've listed below) and then hit record and go! I have always been inspired by the great players who can just turn on a track and go, or jump in with anyone and start playing solos :)
On that note, I have a lot to improve on, mostly my rhythm playing! These days I am quite focused on writing songs and making videos that I don't often 'practice'. Actually, I tried to practice some rhythm the other day and I was lost, I didn't really know where to begin! So, it led me to where I am now, which is wanting to put together a 12 week guitar course, almost like a mini semester, which is a generic overview of how to go from the very basics to an intermediate player, or at least equip people with the tools to move forwards and progress. I am writing some lesson templates and will get working over the coming weeks :)
Ontop of this, my own music (new music) will be released in due time! I am finishing a few songs off next week (I have been very sick and cannot sing right now) so can't wait to share. Hive, you will all be first to hear... actually... you will all get some unseen behind the scenes footage soon. It will be of myself writing a guitar solo, to show how it goes in the studio. You will see my playing is far from perfect! But, that is what is going on :)
Backing track 'MJsBackingTracks' providing the goods
This track was a LOT of fun!
That is what it is, just me having some fun over a great track :) keeping it loose and raw! These improvised solos are a great way to just relax and play. I do often wonder how I'd sound if I took the time to write out solos, but that time will come :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/yngcvtor
Yes, it's time... TIME 2 RISE!
Studio update here, with in studio footage of me working out a guitar solo for a song called 'Travelling On'. I wanted to show a bit of the behind the scenes here and give an overview for anyone interested in my studio sessions and my new songs coming out! I do show a few songs here, so you get get a small taster into what is coming up in a few months :)
So far, I have:
- 2 songs completed
- 3 songs all music done, just need to record vocals
- 2 songs to finish writing and start recording :)
Yes, 'TIME 2 RISE' will be a 7 track album, and the last song I released (RTLT) will feature on this album :) I want to release a few singles before hand. 2-3 songs dropped before the album does!
I have also been speaking to a few friends who feel it might be better to just release all of these songs as singles, and then add them all as album afterwards - what are your thoughts here? I think that could have some benefits, but I like the thought of a second album.
Anyways, hope you enjoy the previews and I can't wait to share new music this year with you all!
00:00 Intro and Overview
00:54 Album release date
01:06 Thoughts? Let me know
01:18 Theme
01:27 SNEAK PREVIEW
01:46 TIME 2 RISE
02:04 In Studio Footage (Writing a Solo)
02:57 ONE MORE RIFF
03:06 That's all folks!
Thanks everyone! Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/zmzuuzul
I wanted to post this into the music community as there might be other artists in a similar situation or be posting on several platforms. By this, I mean:
- Facebook Personal account
- Facebook Business account (for music related posts)
I had both, and now, they are both gone! Without a trace, vanished, deleted, removed from the ether!
What happened? Well, it is all explained in the video but here is a short over view
- Hackers reset my email
- Facebook deleted all of my accounts
- Facebook didn't provide any support or way for me to appeal
- My bank account info was leaked and money was stolen
Thankfully, my bank was able to refund me the stolen money, so that was great. But, my profiles have gone. By the way, I didn't really use (or like) Facebook but I didn't want my accounts deleted. It was useful for sharing music and I had many contacts from over the years.
Why HIVE is so much better:
- MUCH better music community
- Own out accounts and several keys for security reasons
- Growing fast
- The rewards, of course!:)
So, now I have had all of my accounts deleted from Facebook, HIVE is (already was) my main blog and video page! I do still use Instagram and YouTube just for reach, but hey!
Peace and love everyone! Stay safe, a lot of cyber crime is on the rise these days...
I wanted to post this video here to highlight what happened and hope that this hacker stuff stops.
Coming up next... previews of my new music and studio update!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/xjkuzzmf
WEEK 9!
RIP Dicke Betts from The Allman Brothers band. This week, I am paying my tributes with a Southern Rock Guitar Solo. This is not in the style of Dickey, but as a tribute to the legend. Wow, what a life he had in such an awesome band. Crazy to sit here and reflect on just my life so far, where I am, what I do, think, see, and know that there is that one certainty. Just makes me want to rock and enjoy :)
So awesome to see Vibes thriving, every week, bigger and better! I wanted to go hard and just play from my heart and soul. I have a lot going on in my life right now, it really helps being able to play music :)
Talking of music, I was in the studio last weekend and have been working on some new tunes. I cannot wait to share them with you all!!:)
This was played on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom!
PS - you might notice that the intro video was taken at a different time. I just went straight into rock mode and forgot to introduce my video until I started editing it haha! My apologies :)
X link is in the comments! I couldn't upload it due to length, so I link after :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/odwopvyb
WEEK 8, here we go!
I'm back with another original tune, and this one is called 'We Are The Ones'... this tune means a lot to me, and was written during a time where standing up for myself was the only option, no matter that the outcome may have been. I guess this highlights the importance of staying true to who you are! We Are The Ones reflects on this time and signals to the others out there that we all stand strong together!
Here I am playing the guitar parts and singing lead (and backing) vocals, over the backing track to my song. So yes, this is all me, but only the vocals and guitar is performed live :) I sure hope you all enjoy this one! I am in the process of making a music video for some tunes and recording new songs real soon, super excited to launch all of these right here on hive!
Also... recently Facebook banned me and deleted all of my accounts. I had a profile of almost 20 years and my music page that I have worked hard to grow over 4 years. I don't like that platform, but I didn't want them to ban my accounts. This was due to a hack, and I had a lot of money stolen. I am yet to get any of my money back and the bank is unsure if they can trace it. It really sucks, I was saving up for studio time.
Peace and love to you all :)
PS - be sure to check out the vocal harmony bridge!
00:00 Intro
00:34 Verse 1
01:05 Chorus
01:25 Guitar Solo (Octaves)
01:44 Verse 2
02:05 Chorus
02:25 Guitar solo
02:44 VOCAL HARMONY
03:22 Chorus
03:43 Outro
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ygssxcws
HIVE! How are we :)
Here is a fun blues jam!
This is in a major key - something I am not really familiar with or comfortable playing in, I really prefer minor keys, it just feels better for me! Either way, I like to go for it and have some fun :) so, here it is! Not perfect, but just a fun jam :) I hope you all enjoy :)
I am playing this on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom :)
Wait until the end, I had to stop the jam as my headphones shut it down! Haha! Show must go on right?! Well... they have my music playing :) I hardly play into an amp these days, but, I will be soon... stay tuned!!
Have you listened to any of my original music? Wait until my next post (Friday) as I will share a tune! Loads more songs coming real soon :)
Peace and love!
PS - the backing track is from a free site, not on YouTube, and open for use :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/dshejxmj
Week 7 here we go! This week I am coming in with an original guitar solo, allow me to elaborate...
I love the blues so much, and for me, nothing is better than just throwing on a slow blues jam track and wailing away :) when I close my eyes and play, I feel that time stops and I am totally in the moment. That is something I never want to lose, as I just love that feeling. I guess that is why music is the most powerful tool! Music really can shape your emotions, it can lift you up, help you relax, boost your energy, motivate, reflect... you name it, there is a song for it. I am a pretty emotional person, in terms of I always have a lot going on in my life, which I am sure we all do, but the passion of the blues is something that just resonates with me so well. I love the blues, it is part of my life. I have a lot to improve on, but I just try to play from the soul as best I can, so I am releasing everything I feel from that day, week, moment, and it just all leaves me. Music is so powerful!
Well, I sure hope you all enjoy this jam! Peace and love to you all!:)
Artist - CHOEY G
Guitar - Epiphone Les Paul Custom
Showing love and respect to the backing track here
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fuaxsigj
Hello HIVE! Back with another guitar lesson this week :)
First of all, I'd like to thank my friend @jasperdick for requesting a few lessons from me. I'm sure a lot of you know him, but if not, make sure you check out his channel! He is an amazing musician! He provided us all with a brilliant acoustic lesson a few weeks back and regularly plays his original tunes of which I love.
So, this lesson is:
Introduction to TAPPING! One of the key elements in techniques of shred :)
In this video I run through 3 different licks, all increasing with difficulty. If you know the pentatonic scale, and can hammers on and pull off, then this video is for you!
Beginning with a standard (but effective) tapping lick in one position on on string, we move onto tapping up the scale on a single string and then tapping licks across all 6 strings!
00:00 Introduction
00:08 Initial stages
00:39 How to tap
01:03 First Lick
02:17 Alternate string first lick
02:42 Second Lick
03:07 Mixing into a solo
03:43 Expanding second lick
04:35 Positions
04:59 Third and Final lick
06:07 Final example run!
I sure hope you find some value from this lesson! If you did, let me know down below and be sure to subscribe! :) If you want to listen to my music or support in other ways, click here https://linktr.ee/Joeyg4658
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/mpcizrfa
HAPPY FRIDAY HIVE!! Here we go, back with another solo!:)
Keeping the Jimi vibes flowing! Here is another blues rock guitar jam, over an awesome backing track provided by the one and only 'MJsBackingTracks' thanks for another banger!
This was a lot of fun :) just flowing and going. I might add that I am not playing in the style of Hendrix or imitating Jimi (I wish I could!) but just jamming over a Hendrix style track and having some fun!
I am using my 'strat' which is an LTD SN200 - sounds and plays real sweet! I can't wait for the day when I get a real Hendrix strat :) will be loving it! Sweet, enjoy everyone!
If you enjoyed this, be sure to subscribe and let me know what you want to hear next! Also, if you want to hear my music or support me in other ways, check out this link for all things CHOEY G https://linktr.ee/Joeyg4658
Peace and love to you all :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ggofyurv
Vibes Web 3 Music Competition - Week 6 \m/ Let's rock!!
HIVE! We are back with another incredible week! For this weeks entry, I wanted to play one of my own songs :)
This song is called Rivers, and it has a special meaning to me. I moved to New Zealand in 2019 and live near the Waikato river (largest river in NZ). I had always been holding myself back, just not really going for anything but always wanting to inside. So this song marks the stage in my life of breaking free! This song is about not letting yourself down, and living to the true version of yourself! The verses are a messge to myself in the past present and future! The chorus symbolises the flow of life, and not waiting around for something to happen, it is an upbeat and motivational tune, and I hope you can feel the vibe!
I played this along to the backing track, I still have the backing vocals and sang lead vocals live (as you can see) and lead and rhythm guitar live (as you can see and hear). This is also the first time I played this on the 'strat' really, this song is a Les Paul tune but I wanted something different! That is a first for me :)
This song was also the first song I ever released on my solo music venture :)
This is track 5 on my debut album 'TIME?' that I released back in 2022 :)
Artist - CHOEY G
Song - Rivers
Album - TIME?
Peace and love everyone! :)
PS - Yes, I am sunsethunter but my artist name is CHOEY G. I won't ever change sunsethunter as that is where my HIVE jounrey started :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fwzntdgj
HIVE - Welcome back :)
This week I am kicking off with a Guitar Lesson, to share some of my techniques with you all. This lesson is focused on beginner players, who can play the guitar but might be having some troubles getting their lead guitar playing sorted out.
A big thanks to our friend @jasperdick for an amazing acousitc guitar lesson last week, and in return, here is some electric guitar! I hope this is valuable and you can gain some tips!:)
In this lesson, I break everything down into 4 'steps'. This is to help you master along the way and not get too far ahead. Always start slow and give yourself plenty of patience :) I know... but it will really help. 20mins a day on this and you'll see some big changes towards the end of the week! I am sure of that!
I talk about the Pentatonic Scale, and the importance of keeping things simple. Playing with few notes first and builkding from there. Then, building up some melodies and rhythm. From here, we dive in Phrasing, which is the most important aspect of a guitar solo!
Moving on, we look at more advanced techniques such as bending, vibrato, sliding and trills. To sum it all up, we will grab a few go to licks and you are armed and ready to fire!
00:00 Introduction
00:17 Pentatonic Scale
01:06 Step 1 - 4 notes. Rhythm, Melody
02:42 Root note and Resolve
03:36 Step 2 - Phrasing (Call and Response)
04:55 Q & A
06:09 Step 3 - Advanced Techniques (made easy)
08:50 Example - all of the above
09:36 Step 4 - Go To Licks
10:50 Examples
11:01 Closing and Thanks
Thanks everyone, if you have any questions just ask!:) Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/jpnurkmh
A huge thanks to my brother in rock 'paulobianquini' for asking me to jam with him once again, and oh he delivered with the backing track as he will with the rock!! Check him out over on YT his solo is great.
I am pushing to get a load of new musicians onto HIVE for us to support and to support us! I have mnay that I think will join real soon! HIVE is on the RISE!! Plus, my new album is coming out soon, so I want to kind of do a hive release!
Anyways, back to this jam! This is such a cool track to jam over, and Pink Floyd style psychedelic rock track!! Love this! Played on my 'The Black Strat' or as close as I can get at this stage haha (David Gilmour called his start The Black Strat), but this cheap LTD sure does sound great and play super well!!
Wait for that transition!
00:00 Part 1
01:04 Part 2
Yes, I have upgraded the setting a little in my room, and yes the glasses are mandatory for Pink Floyd style jams :) I hope you like the new look of my room! It was actually really cheap for the stuff behind me, I was happy! I think it transforms my setup :) whats next? Should I add more? Really, it is about the music :)
Peace and love!!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/muxezmgz
VIBES WEB 3 MUSIC COMPETITION - WEEK 5
Ready to get heavy? This week I am bringing some METAL to the stage!
This song is 'All These Things I Hate Revolve Around Me' but Welsh Metalcore band, Bullet For My Valentine
Growing up, I listened to many metal bands, and Bullet were one of the bands that changed my musical direction with their album 'The Poison'. It has been 20 years since that was released! I usually cover rock songs and play guitar solos, but this week I wanted to go all out and do a full cover. All of the guitars are my and all of the vocals (as you can see). The drums were provided via a backing track.
What a great tune this is - I am not sure if there are many metalheads here?! But if you are one of them, I am sure you know B4MV - and if you are not into Metal, then this is a good introduction as it isn't too heavy!!
Played on my Les Paul Custom x2 (Epiphone) and recorded into Ableton Live Lite.
Also, I came 3rd in week 3 which meant I was then able to make my background a little nicer! So thank you so much! This is helping me develop!!
Peace and love to you all!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/sqgcvswk
HELLO HIVE!!! Get ready for an awesome weekend ahead, allow me to kick start your weekend with a jam!
Rockers! Get ready to vibe with the latest guitar solo drop! This ain't just any jam—it's a melodic rock masterpiece crafted on the fly. Picture this: a blazing fretboard, fingers dancing over strings, weaving a sonic tapestry that'll have you on the edge of your seat.
I'm all about that improvisation life—it's the heart and soul of my playing. It's where the magic happens, where every note is a new adventure waiting to unfold. Just like my heroes Slash and Gary Moore, I'm all about letting the music guide me, taking risks, and pushing boundaries.
So, buckle up and get ready to ride the waves of emotion as I pour my heart out through every bend, slide, and riff. From soulful melodies to fiery licks, this solo is a journey through the very essence of rock 'n' roll.
Whether you're shredding air guitar or nodding along with a real one in hand, this jam is sure to hit you right in the feels. So crank up the volume, let the music take control, and join me on this electrifying ride through the world of melodic rock improvisation!
Peace and love everyone! Love this platform, let's all rise together!!
PS - I am working on new music :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tvqbeafh
HIVE... this might just be my craziest solo yet?! I had too much energy! Wait until the end...
The saying 'balls to the wall' is thought to have originated from the aviation sector when, throughout the 60s, the throttle control had ball shaped grips, so balls to the wall means full throttle, pedal to the metal, flat out, full gassss, full steam ahead.... and more. Well, that is what I think, anyone else have a different origin? This being said, that is they saying for this solo as I pretty much just go for it!
Lots of fast pentatonic runs, hybrid picking and just general guitar fun! Sometimes that is what a jam is all about, just having fun and rocking out!
These type of solos are the most fun for me, just being warmed up and enjoying rocking out! I was going to timestamp, but hey, it's a little disjointed at times which makes it signature CHOEY G haha.
Loved this track so much I had to rock it again! Thanks to the amazing 'MJsBackingTracks' here it is
JAM AWAY EVERYONE!
Played on my JUICED UP LTD M-10!
If you enjoyed this, subscribe for more! If you want to listen to my music, it is all FREE on my YouTube - let me know what you think! CHOEY G
If you want other ways of support me, check out this link where you'll have link to my music and my merch :) https://linktr.ee/Joeyg4658
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fitnnfup
WEB 3 - WEEK 4
Back for another amazing week of music! What an incredible competition and initiative this is, loving it! I am so honoured and grateful to have placed 3rd last week, over the moon! Congrats to all involved, we are all winners! I can see this growing very rapidly over the coming months. I have MANY friends who I have been trying to get on HIVE for a while now, I am going to be pushing this on my socials!
THIS WEEK
I wanted to keep my main style going of ROCK guitar solos! This week, is an original one, and a typical 'CHOEY G' jam... yes, for those new here, my 'artist' name is 'CHOEY G' however I have been on HIVE longer than my solo music projects, so here, I am sunsethunter!
I am a big Jimi Hendrix fan, and wanted to dust off the ole 'strat' (purists, I know!!) and give it a blast! Loved this track provided by 'MJ' on YouTube. Here is the link:
I'd suggest jamming if anyone is looking for some killer tracks!!
For anyone new here, I am pretty active on other socials trying to promote my music. I have released one album in 2022, and a single in 2023. I am working on new music and cannot wait for LAUNCH late 2024!!! I would love Vibes and HIVE to play a big part in my launch, well, I will make that happen as it will all be available here first! :)
Peace and love everyone!! Rock on!
https://x.com/CHOEYGMUSIC/status/1766658629938368841?s=20
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/matlrahq
What an incredible competition this is! Here is my first entry, and coming hot into week 3!
Band - Alter Bridge
Song - Blackbird
Solo - Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti
Guitars - PRS
ME - sunsethunter AKA CHOEY G
Band - CHOEY G
Music Style - Rock, blues, punk
Discography - TIME? 2022 , Remember The Last Time? 2023, 2024... pending ;)
Guitars - Epiphone Les Paul Custom
This solo is such a special one for me, in fact, this song is. Man it is incredible. I'd say it is practically as perfect as a rock song can get. One of those historic songs for me, like Stairway to Heaven, Little Wing, Bohemian Rhapsody etc etc, it is right uop there with the greats!
The first half of the solo is Myles' and the second part is Marks. I played it right through, but usually, you would stop and go before the next, but I like that live feel! No chance to rewind live haha!!
Anyways, I sure hope you all enjoy this! I love playing it (as you can tell!) and I can't wait to check out everyones entries for this weeks Web3 contest!! Let's go!
Peace and love to you all!!
https://twitter.com/CHOEYGMUSIC
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fzaukrfm
HIVE Let's ROCK!! \m/
Once more, my brother in rock 'paulobianquini' has asked me to jam once more! What a jam this is, a classic 70s LED ZEP style old school rocker! Love the backing track he has provided us, cheers man! Be sure to head over to his channel and listen to his solo, real soon! I will link in the comments \m/
His YT channel is below, shall I convince him to join hive? I do reach out for people to join, try to grow the HIVE family! We are all thriving everyone, let's keep it going!!
https://www.youtube.com/@paulobianquini
A good old style rock required a Les Paul and a nice crunchy tone, but nothing too intense. Then, just soak up the vibe and go! Well, that is my method :) I am using my zoon G4X here and it sounds great. I will do a pedal review soon so you can see and hear some of these tones :) a cool affordable pedal!
You might have noticed I have moved location, well about 90 degrees to the right! Same room, need to get some posters up behind me to match the aesthetics before haha. I move to open up a bit more space in the room :)
If you like my Tshirt... well, unfortunately this one is out of stock! But, lots more in my store, you can check it out and a whole lot more here https://linktr.ee/Joeyg4658
Enjoy! Peace and love all :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fubszncl
Hello everyone!
As some of you may know, I am also working on my YouTube channel as I am releasing music and trying to get it all out to a widespread audience. Well, after many years, I have now reached 900 subs on YouTube! To celebrate, I have created a 'shred' video for everyone!:)
It's TIME... for the penultimate SHRED! Thanks to you all, I am creeping closer to the big 1k. Honestly, thank you all so much for the love and support! This means the world to me - all I really want to do is play guitar and make music :) talking of music, stay tuned, as in the next few weeks I will start previewing a new track for you all! Yes, I am releasing NEW MUSIC soon, and I can announce that it will be sometime next month!
I went all out for this one, using every guitar, note and joule! I sure hope you all enjoy this! A lot is going on, so be sure to stick around for all of the parts and let me know what you think :)
A HUGE THANKS to MJ Jam Tracks for supplying this awesome jam!! Link right here
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Les Paul 1 Intro
00:16 Les Paul 2 Intro
00:31 LTD 1 Intro
00:44 LTD 2 Intro
00:58 Les Paul 1 gets going!
01:12 4 WAY HARMONY
01:40 Les Paul 1 GOES FOR IT
02:08 Les Paul 2 Blues Ballad
02:37 LTD 1 SHRED/Melodic Solo
03:05 LTD 2 GOES WILD
Thank you everyone :)
Yes, next stop, 1k! Let's go!:)
If you'd care to support (of which I will return the favour!) you can search for me anywhere... just type 'CHOEY G' and you will find me!:) Cheers!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vqxrvngs
Hello everyone!
For todays upload, I will be presenting this post in 2 parts :)
First of all, will be a Guitar Review of a new member to the crew! An Epihpone Les Paul Custom (Limited Edition).. yes, another Epiphone. Now I must sell some of my other guitars (and more things) to try to raise some funds for studio time :)
Then, I will post a video that I shared on YouTube, and I would like to announce that my song has officially been covered!
Part 1 - Guitar Review
I will be rating this glorious guitar using my trusted AXE scale:
A - Anatomy
X - 'X'plosiveness
E - Enjoyability
This is a 2007 Limited Edition Les Paul Custom. A real beauty, and I would say pretty rare these days? I seldom see a LP Custom in anything other than black or white, all of course with the Gold hardware!
This plays and sounds just as good as it looks! It is pretty high spec with Grover tuners and other Gibson parts. I would really love to do a feel and sound test against the real thing - Epiphone Custom vs Gibson Custom - coming soon :) yes... I need to get my hands on a Gibson first :)
This is an In-Depth review of how this guitar feels, sounds, and connects with the player - wait and see for the verdict! I play through some clean tones, and of course a lot of overdriven tones. I am using a Zoom Gx4 where I have input a Gary Moore and Slash patch, my favourite sounds from a Les Paul! Enjoy:) Any questions? Fire away!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
00:54 The 'AXE' Scale
01:15 A - Anatomy
02:48 X - 'X'plosiveness
03:30 Price
04:00 SOUND
05:24 Overdrive (Gary Moore) Sound
07:07 Overdrive (Slash) Sound
08:08 E - Enjoyability
08:29 Verdict!
Part 2 - My Song Was COVERED!
I am very happy to announce that my song (Night & Day) has been covered! This is a groundbreaking moment for me - I think this is so cool! I am over the moon :)
Here is a link to my YouTube channel with the video where I discuss the song and show the player!
If you'd like, feel free to sub to my channel and say hello over there! :) no worries at all if not :)
Anyways, I sure hope you enjoy this 2 part video! I wanted to have a bit of a longer post today.
Also.... if you are still reading... I have new music coming out next month! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ccbtngfi
Here I am sharing one of my favourite blues licks! This is a brilliant way to resolve a solo, or just throw into the mix as a nice lead line to end off a phrase. Why not add it into your lick arsenal!
OVERVIEW:
A short lesson (I made it short intentionally so you can pause and go over the lick)
A blues lick (I play this in Aminor but can be in any scale)
Start slow, then try faster (never rush)
Add it into your lead lines and solo away :)
Have fun learning this one, and please let me know if you have any questions or lesson requests :)
I would personally classify this as an intermediate guitar lick, however if you are a beginner just slow it down and work on feeling it once you have the patterns :) once you can play through the pentatonic blues scale you can start learning these variations keeping in a simple position but freeing up your playing!
Thanks for listening everyone! Feel free to follow and comment for lots more guitar videos - lessons, solos, originals, covers, and more!:) Let me know if there is any lesson requests?
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/yrwrbvwo
Yes, the title says it all!
For those of you who know my playing, know that I am quite expressive! Well, I really feel a connection to my music and it reflects my mood in a way - one thing I can say is that it is a form of deep meditation for me. Whatever I am feeling, it all stops when I play, I can get into a state of mind where I am not even thinking and it is just me and the music :)
By the way, I don't want the above to come off as arrogant at all, I am just saying how the music makes me feel!:) I know my playing can improve, and it will :) most of all, I am having fun, and I sure hope you all are too!:)
The AMAZING backing track is here
for me, blues rock ballads are just where it is at! I listen to them and ust want to solo on and on :) I love it!Things can get tough.. stress, emotion, life... as amazing as life is, it can get hard sometimes! That is why I need an outlet for me feelings, and the guitar is exactly that. Also, I do like working out and that really helps me too.
What about you? Do you have an emotional outlet?
Thanks for listening everyone :) enjoy!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/pkrmmxwz
Please allow me to introduce my latest addition to the CHOEY G squad...
Wait... another Les Paul Custom?! I won't stop until I have every LP Custom in New Zealand! There is a story behind this, and I do have reasoning!! I swear! Haha, I will explain my 'theory' in a later video :)
The awesome backing track is provided by an awesome YouTube channel called 'Jam It Backing Tracks' and the link is right here what a smooth one!
I think this might mean I will be selling a few of my other guitars to raise some funds now for recording haha... oh well, it happens!:)
Sorry I haven't been too active recently everyone, I am writing new music and also working abut 10 hours a day, so busy times! Need to free up some time and I've also had some difficult times, so I will get out of this rut very soon I know it :)
Cheers everyone! Enjoy!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/pzuedpry
Hello everyone, and welcome back!
I know things were a little quiet here over the past week or two. I am incredible busy these days, I have so much going on at work and loads outside of work too. Strange, but interesting times! Well, I managed to squeeze in a jam here!
This is a very meaningful jam, it always is whenever I have Hendrix in mind. He was a true pioneer of modern playing!:) I remember the first time I heard 'little wing' and I just couldn't believe it! Such incredible playing, loved it so much!! :)
This sure is an amazing tune, and here is my version of this solo. I am just jamming, but most of all having fun playing guitar :) that is all I ever want!
I am writing new music and will be recording some at the end of this month!:) I can't wait to share that with you all!:)
Anyways, it is super late here in NZ so I must go now... peace and love to you all!
Sit back, relax, and enjoy!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/rfwykapu
HIVE! Welcome back! This week, some more singing and guitar playing from me! Last week was an original tune, and this week is a cover in my own style!
Does anyone know this song? If not, allow me to introduce you...
Here is a blast from the past! An awesome late 90's rock tune! I love this era of music, late 90s to early/mid 2000s... some of you might say my music sounds like some of the bands from this era, and that is a compliment! :)
Eve 6 are an American rock band, and they were teenagers when they wrote this song. I believe the singer/bassist was only 17. I really love the rhythm and chorus, the descending vocal harmonies are awesome!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:20 Verse 1
00:54 Chorus
01:15 Verse 2
01:37 Chorus
LYRICS:
*I would swallow my pride
I would choke on the rinds
But the lack thereof would leave me empty inside
Swallow my doubt
Turn it inside out
Find nothin' but faith in nothin'
Want to put my tender heart in a blender
Watch it spin 'round to a beautiful oblivion
Rendezvous then I'm through with you
I burn, burn like a wicker cabinet
Chalk white and oh so frail
I see our time has gotten stale
The tick tock of the clock is painful
All sane and logical
I want to tear it off the wall
I hear words in clips and phrases
I think sick like ginger ale
But my stomach turns and I exhale
I would swallow my pride
I would choke on the rinds
But the lack thereof would leave me empty inside
I would swallow my doubt
Turn it inside out
Find nothin' but faith in nothin'
Want to put my tender heart in a blender
Watch it spin 'round to a beautiful oblivion
Rendezvous then I'm through with you
SoCal is where my mind states
But it's not my state of mind
I'm not as ugly sad as you
Or am I origami
Folded up and just pretend
Demented as the motives in your head
I would swallow my pride
I would choke on the rinds
But the lack thereof would leave me empty inside
I would swallow my doubt
Turn it inside out
Find nothin' but faith in nothin'
Want to put my tender heart in a blender
Watch it spin 'round to a beautiful oblivion
Rendezvous then I'm through with you*
ENJOY! Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qukvhfqb
Hive! Here is an all out, wild, guitar solo!
This isn't planned or focused, each solo of mine is different, all improvised. Haha, I know, I should plan them a little better!!
Now, this '800 sub shred' is dedicated to my followers on YouTube as I have reached over 800 now, which is super cool. I am closing in on 700 here on Hive!! Looking forwards to that day too :) really, that is super amazing due to the difference in users. Very happy with my progress here and I would also like to thank you all for listening and being interested in my music!:)
Anyways, here is what I said in the description:
A HUGE THANK YOU! Everyone, I truly appreciate the love and support! It sure does mean a lot to me :) playing guitar and making music is my passion. It's the dream being able to share this with everyone! I'm so grateful that many of you want to hear what I do! Well... there is a whole lot more to come! :)
The awesome backing track was provided by 'Rock on Jam Tracks' - so many amazing jam tracks! Love it all :) Here is the link :)
Until the next one ;) enjoy!
Guitar - Epiphone Les Paul Custom (2000, Korea)
Sound - Zoom GX4 'Slash' patch
Gear - Focusrite Scarlett Solo | Ableton Live Lite
I sure hope you all enjoy this! Maybe a little too crazy? More Melody next time? Just having fun :) peace and love!
PS - I just want to add I know that this platform is our focus and our home! I am not promoting my other channel over on YouTube, but it is always good to branch out. If anyone would like to check out my channel, just let me know, or you can search 'CHOEY G' and you will find other things about me too!:)
Cheers!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/jiokovat
Welcome back everyone! This week I have another Original song - and this is an Acoustic / Alternative Version - be such to wait for the Guitar Solo :)
The Real You is an original tune of mine, is is about sticking to who you really are inside, no matter what external pressures may arise. This is track 8 on my debut album 'TIME?' which was released a year ago. Now, I am happy with how the original track turned out, but I must admit, I feel it might be the weakest track on my album. It's cool to listen through and reflect, right? I just felt like there was something more to get out of this one - and this is where the acoustic version fits in :) I think this is more what I had in mind when I wrote this song originally, on my $40 acoustic guitar I purchased some years back whilst working in Guangzhou, China. I wrote all of my songs on that guitar and still write today on that. I have not used it to record as the sound isn't great haha. Anyways... spiel over - enjoy!
Lyrics:
*What’s left inside of me, nothing left behind to see
I know I’m running on my own
I just want you all to see, nothing but the real me,
I don’t have to feel alone
Oh, I know that you can feel alone,
But go your own way,
I know there are times when it feels like hope,
Has gone away,
Light the fire in your soul again,
Never look to nobody else,
Say that you are alive again,
You’ve found your own way out,
I just want you all to see, this isn’t some conspiracy,
So don’t believe it all when you’re told,
I just want you all to see, what is real and then you’ll be,
Free from all the lies that you’re sold
Oh, I know that you can feel alone,
But go your own way,
I know there are times when it feels like hope,
Has gone away,
Light the fire in your soul again,
Never look to nobody else,
Say that you are alive again,
You’ve found your own way out
Light the fire in your soul again,
Never look to nobody else,
Say that you are alive again,
You’ve found your own way out
Oh, I know that you can feel alone,
But go your own way,
I know there are times when it feels like hope,
Has gone away,
Light the fire in your soul again,
Never look to nobody else,
Say that you are alive again,
You’ve found your own way out
Light the fire in your soul again,
Never look to nobody else,
Say that you are alive again,
You’ve found your own way out*
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:20 Verse 1
00:42 Pre-Chorus 1
01:04 Chorus
01:24 Interlude
01:44 Verse 2
02:07 Pre-Chorus 2
02:29 Chorus
02:46 SOLO (Extended Version)
03:32 Outro
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tsdndeky
HMF! Who pulls the strings?!
Welcome back to another entry of mine! Week 40, Round 1, here we go! This week, an original song of mine :)
Here we have the first FULL playthrough of my tune 'Madness'. This was the second single I released back in March 2022. This is Track 7 on my debut album 'TIME?'
My full album is available to listen to on all platforms, if anyone would like to hear all 9 tracks, just let me know, I will gladly share :)
Did you like my T-Shirt? For anyone new here, I was selling some merch for a while! Now, this was a limited series, so that is it for the 'Madness' range! Do you all think I should bring back some merch? Future giveaways? ;)
LYRICS:
Once more, before this had started, yeah my mind departed, once again, Yeah,
I know, I’m lost in this world alone here without anyone, who feels like me
I’m know that I’m running away from myself again,
What’s the lesson just pretend again,
Is the question will the madness end,
When will the madness end…
Down we go again, this hole just seems to never end
We’ll find an answer but then again, who pulls the strings
I am here to say, you don’t have to give in again
Find an answer but then, who pulls the strings
Once again, yeah this they told us, turns out to be dishonest, one more time
We can, look back at all the times, and know they control our minds, and say we’re free
They’re not running away with my mind again,
Is control a lesson that never ends,
Stand together put this to an end,
The great uncovering…
Down we go again, this hole just seems to never end
We’ll find an answer but then again, who pulls the strings?
I am here to say, you don’t have to give in again
Find an answer but then, who pulls the strings
Woahhhhhoooowoaahhhhaoahhhhohhhhhh lalalalalalaaaa
Down we go again, this hole just seems to never end
We’ll find an answer but then again, who pulls the strings?
I am here to say, you don’t have to give in again
Find an answer but then, who pulls the strings
TIMESTAMPS
00:30 Intro Riff
00:49 Verse 1
01:07 Pre-Chorus 1
01:24 Chorus
01:58 Verse 2
02:15 Pre-Chorus 2
02:32 Chorus
03:05 BRIDGE (Woahs!)
03:22 Chorus
03:55 SOLO
Peace and love to you all!:) keep on rocking everyone :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/hrytemmd
HMF 39! Sunsethunter Retruns!!
Everyone, it feels so good to be back (Eminem voice... hehe) - well, how else can I come back here, with a blues solo! It is what I love and what I do!
Some of you might remember me - I used to post very frequently into HMF, but the past 4-6 months have been... interesting for me. A lot of changes, a lot more work, and I was injured, but still, nothing can stop us right?! Everything builds strength and resilience :)
So, what am I doing here?
Well, I am jamming over a super slow blues track (video link below) and I have decided to have a fun guitar 'tone war' to see which picup everyone prefers? I do not really have a preference... well, I do for some things, allow me to explain.
**1st Solo is Neck Pickup
2nd Solo is Bridge Pickup**
NECK - I like this for a warmer smoother tone, often on clean or some low gain blues or chill sounds, I love this pickup! I could roll off the tone to make it sound very 'muddy' here but I have decided to have both full vol full tone to have a good comparison!:)
BRIDGE - Now, this one ROCKS! You will probably just hear/see with my playing on how it makes me feel. Actually, both of these sounds are a reflection of myself. Anyway, this pickup hits harder, it has more bite! I love it for rock, metal, and screaming solos!:)
Both are very unique, and absolutely have thier own sounds and characteristics!:) I can safely say, there is no winner to me and I am very happy to have both in my life!
As I mentioned at the start, I am playing an Epiphone Les Paul, and I have setup my Zoom GX4 to a 'Gary Moore' patch. He is my favourite guitarist :)
Thank you for listening everyone! You all rock! It is late here in NZ but I will be up early tomorrow to engage with you all - can't wait to check out a load of your videos!:) cheers! Peace and love!
BACKING TRACK
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/szboxsun
HIVE OPEN MIC 170 - CACAO - SUNSETHUNTER RETURNS
I am back! I am happy to be back here, it sure has been a while, but, the hiatus is over and now I am back in full swing and rejoining this awesome weekly music community again!:) Some of you might remember, I used to post very frequently into Hive Open Mic - well, here is my return!
Love this theme 'Cacao' - and of course, I think of Chocolate!:) well... what it better than one piece of chocolate... it is two! So, I have doubled the sweetness and created a guitar battle video with two of my favourite guitars!:) my question to you is... which one do you prefer?
You might recall a video of mine from a few weeks ago, a guitar battle - Strat vs Les Paul - well, here is round two!
Here is another contest! Another contest, of tone, expression, choice, acceptance and feeling! Well, actually I just decided to jam out on my 'strat' and Les Paul under the exact same conditions and see how they both sound and which you'd all prefer :) Last round was very close!!! It was all evens. Will we have a clear winner this time?
Let me add, I KNOW I do not have a real strat! It is an LTD SN200 - it's a strat style and have single coils. SO really, a battle of single coil vs humbucker, to be more precise! I'd say the Epi is a real Les Paul ;)
I gave myself just over 1 minute for each solo - let me know what you think!:) Do you have a favourite?
This amazing slow blues backing track was provided by the legend QUIST and here is the link
love his tracks!:) 00:20 - 01:32 STRAT
01:33 - End - LES PAUL
I sure hope you enjoy this!! Thank you all! Peace and love!
PS - this is my thrid attempt to upload... I hope it works!!!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/wadmbcyk
Today I am celebrating!
It is the 1 year anniversary, for my album!
It has flown by, I can't believe it has been a year *already! *
I would like to start off by thanking everyone who has shown me love and support, who has listening to my music, followed my jounrey, or just connected with me in some way :)
My whole album is about breaking free from anything that is holding you back, or trying to tell you what you should or should not do. If it is yourself that is holding you back, then I would advise anyone to make that change now!:)
For me, music has always been a massive part of my life. But, there was a time (7-10 year) of when I just totally neglected it. I hardly played guitar, and was always just hoping for an easy way to something... but, this isn't life! Life is a jounrey! The process! This path we take is what forges who we are :) so, all I can say it, it's who we are! There is no stopping, that's for sure!
I hope you all enjoy this short montage! This is clips from all 9 tracks from my debut album 'TIME?' and a lot of pictures of me too!:)
So... is this it? Is this over for me now? ...well, I've written an album, it is out here forever now, so my goal is complete right?
.... wrong!! ;) of course I am continuing! Let's just say, it might just be time... again :)
Thanks everyone! Peace and love to you all!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ioomxqea
Hello everyone!
Here is a celebration jam as I have reached 700 subs over on YouTube. I generally like to keep my content focused on Hive for here, however, YOU all are supporting me here too, and YOU are all helping me keep motivated!:) it might not be over there, but it is still all of the support I could ever wish for :) I am really trying to push myself theses days.
I am very close to the 700 here on Hive too ;) hint hint hehe :)
I am so busy with everything, it is really hard for me to make time to be as active as I would like but I will try! I work fulltime(+) and also have a lot going on, anyways... here is what I wrote, and remember, this is for you!
This one's for YOU! Here is my celebratory 'shred' video for reaching 700 subscribers! I am so grateful that you all want to support and watch my playing :) can't thank you all enough! So, here is my way of saying thank you, through music!:)
A Classic Rock Ballad style solo here, played on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom and through a Gary Moore patch on my Zoom GX4 :)
The amazing backing track was provided by JAM IT BACKING TRACKS and here is the link
thank you for the fun!:) I am just having a fun jam here and tried to turn it up a notch with the 'shred'! I am not a shredder (I am at heart!) and actually I am having a few issues with my left arm again these days, I can't play guitar solos like this for more than about 10 minutes as I get pain from tendonitis... I just manage it now as I want to keep on rocking!
Thanks again everyone :) I appreciate you all!:)
00:00 Intro and thanks:)
00:41 HERE WE GO :)
Peace and love everyone! If you are interested in checking out my YT channel, feel free to say hi over there too, if not, no worries at all :)
Cheers!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG4rGgsi34fen8Ar2THseOA
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/hmbeotoq
Hello everyone! Welcome back!:) This week, I am sharing another one of my original songs with you all :)
This song is track 6 on my album 'TIME?' that was released one year ago!
This song has a deep meaning, as I am sure you can tell when listening. I will leace it up to you to decide what it is about... is it:
- About a breakup
- About confidence issues
- About addiction
- All of the above
- None of the above
I might reveal one day ;) for now, I just hope that you enjoy the song!:)
This is a FULL Original playthrough here! This is track 6 from my debut album 'TIME?' that was released mid July 2022... so yes, I am very close to the year anniversary of my first album!
It is available on all streaming platforms :) so just search for 'CHOEY G' and you will find me!
You can listen to my album here for free
Am I working on new music? Absolutely! Have a few new tracks in the works :)
Do you have a favourite track from 'TIME?' - I'd love to hear which is your favourite!:)
To close, I really appreciate everyone's love and support - it keeps me going (along with my drive!) - my dream is to be doing this, always! It will happen :)
Peace and love!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:21 Verse 1
00:41 PreChorus
00:48 CHORUS
01:12 Riff
01:22 Verse 2
01:41 PreChorus
01:54 CHORUS
02:16 SOLO
03:07 CHORUS
03:27 Bridge
03:58 CHORUS
04:21 Outro
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/avdjwuve
Welcome back everyone! Here is another solo this week, and this time it is inspired by one of my favourite guitarists of all time! The one, the only, SLASH!!!
Any Guns N Roses fans here? Yes, that first intro lick I am playing is stolen from Estranged! I have been playing around with my zoom GX4 to get some nicer sounds, and this is my 'Slash' setting, so had to rock a jam with is inspired by the man himself! I am just jamming out here, I like to just flow with it and see what comes out, but generally I start off slower until I flick over to the bridge pickup and start picking up the pace!
This awesome track was crated by YouTube channel 'Now You Shred' and here is the link
There are so many amazing jam tracks available! Sometimes I feel like a kid in a candt store haha!! Well, it sure is fun to jam! Enjoying music is the most important thing for me, and then the goals all come along with the love!:)
Timestamps:
00:00 When You're Talking To Yourself...
00:32 Octaves
00:46 Slash style freestyle!
This is loosely based around Slash's solos - he is one of my favourite guitarists and you can possibly hear the influence. It is still in my own style, a full improv solo, but just trying to fit some of those Slash chops in! :)
Do you all have a favourite guitarist? Mine is Gary Moore, but Slash is absolutely right up there!:)
I sure hope you all enjoyed this video!:) peace and love to you all!
PS - I will upload a playthrough of an original song next, and yes, it will have a huge solo!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/woghaaay
Hello everyone and welcome back to my video -as promised, here is a guitar solo! *Not just one, but two!! :) *
Here is a contest! A contest, of tone, expression, choice, acceptance and feeling! Well, actually I just decided to jam out on my 'strat' and Les Paul under the exact same conditions and see how they both sound and which you'd all prefer :)
Let me add, I know I do not have a real strat! It is an LTD SN200, but it's a strat style and have single coils, even though I flicked right over to the humbucker haha!
I gave myself 1 minute for each solo - let me know what you think!:)
The awesome backing track is provided by @nowyoushred and here is the link
What a nice blues jam this is!:) Some time stamps are below just so you know when each solo comes in, even though it is pretty obvious!
00:00 'STRAT'
00:58 LES PAUL
STRAT:
This guitar has single coil pickups and produces a classic guitar sound used by many from Jimi Hendrix to Dave Gilmour, and Iron Maiden guitarists.
LES PAUL:
Again, another iconic guitar with a classic rock sound. This guitar has humbucker pickups producing a more full tone. This is used by many guitarists from Slash, Gary Moore, and Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin)
Well, two amazing guitars that is for sure! My questions is, which is your favourite?
Thanks so much for watching everyone! Peace and love!
Exact guitars:
LTD SN200FR (Indonesia)
Epiphone Les Paul Custom (2000, Korea)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qpolgdth
Hello and welcome!!!
Today, I have something a little different - a full cover that I have arranged in my own version. I think that some of you will know this song :) it really brings me back, lots of memories with this song! Good time, friends, growing up, becoming who I am, learning guitar, and a whole lot more :) very very nostalgic! :)
So... here is my Full cover of Green Day's Time of Your Life. What a brilliant song this is, and if you're like me and grew up listening to alt rock music then you would have definitely had this on CD, on repeat, and tuning into MTV or Kerrang to watch the video... along with loads of other classics! Those were the days...
I kind of feel it marks the end of an era as it was right before the internet kicked off, which changed everything, of course. Songs and bands used to be able to releae a video, have people go to shows, buy CD's... it sure has changed now, and I do love today! But I am also very grateful to have lived through 'then' as it sure was cool :)
Well, I sure hope you enjoy this cover! If you like it (and haven't yet) head over to my channel and listen to my original music - I have a whole album! If you are a Green Day fan, I think you'll like my stuff :) cheers!
Time (of your life) Stamps:
00:00 Intro
00:15 Verse 1
00:25 Pre-Chorus
00:35 Chorus
00:44 Solo 1
00:53 Verse 2
01:03 Pre-Chorus2
01:13 Chorus
01:21 Solo 2
01:42 Outro
Peace and love everyone :)
PS - if you were waiting on some guitar solos from me (there are some in this song!) but also I will upload tomorrow, something big and bluesy I think!:) cheers!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/kfvcnmkq
*Hello everyone, and welcome back!:) this time, it is time to learn a new guitar technique :) *
Here I am with another Guitar Tutorial (with tabs) here with a Paul Gilbert Style String Skipping lick! I learned this quite a few years back and it was really beneficial for building up strength in my stretching. This one stretches over quite a few frets here so take your time and do NOT play through pain (trust me...)
I would categorise this as an intermediate technique as some speed and strength is required to run through this entire lick. However, if you are a beginner just work on that first section to improve your stretching , legato, and speed - start slowly! It takes time and I do not want anyone getting injured like I have in the past :)
I learned this lick from a Total Guitar magazine (I think?) many years ago, and it has always stuck with me. This is in G minor, however, it can be in any key you want :) just shift the root note and keep the same position!
Let me know how you get on with this one! More lessons coming real soon - thanks for watching everyone!
- 00:00 Intro
- 00:12 Single String Buildup
- 01:00 First Skip & Build
- 01:32 Final Skip
- 01:46 Full lick and tabs
- 01:55 Demo
Above are the time stamps if you want to skip through :) if not, what would you like me to teach next? I have some blues licks planned and mabe some more shred style videos, or a song? I am wondering if people would prefer to see lessons or guitar solos (I will do both!)
I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend. Time to get creative everyone, enjoy the process! Let's all grow together!:)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/iovazwqp
Hello everyone! Welcome to this celebration shred :)
Celebration? For what? You might ask :)
Well, I also post my guitar videos to YouTube and I have reached 600 subscribers over on that channel. Do you also have a YouTube channel? If so, post it down below in the comments and we can support each other there too :) if you want to find me, search 'CHOEY G' but it's all good, you see me posting here!:)
That being said, this is why you will see the text stating '600 sub shred' but I also want to thank each and every single one of you for the love and support! Getting my music heard is the dream, so let's continue the postivity and spread it to everyone!:)
Here is what I posted:
600! Everyone, thank YOU so much :) I am humbled and inspired by the love and support!
Here we have a classic 'CHOEY G' jam, a blues ballad and just going with the flow! There was a pause in the middle of my playing where I was transported back into reality, and then thought I want to push it for the end!
00:00 POWER BLUES
01:42 SHRED TIME
But really, thank you all for the love and support. Getting my music out here really is the dream. I know I do a lot of blues / rock solos and that is what I love most about playing guitar - I just forget about everything else and go! I can announce that I am working on new music which I hope to release later this year :)
The AMAZING backing track was provided by the awesome @nowyoushred over on YouTube
that is the link! It is a 'David Gilmour' style backing track... so it has that awesome Pink Floyd style, which I love! Big Floyd Fan here :) Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/nlrwwsoq
Hello everyone! Welcome back! As promised, here is a BLUES Guitar Solo!
So what is in the title? Well, I state 'Neck vs Bridge' so let's talk about that real quick:
- Neck Pickup
This is the 'top' pickup on the guitar (the golden block that picks up the sound) and as you can see there are two of these on my guitar. Now, the neck pickup is called the neck as it it closer to the 'neck', or the fretboard. The neck pickup has a much warmer tone, and could be descrbied as smooth or creamy. This is often used for jazz and blues, but really is is up to the player as and when they use what
- Bridge pickup
This is the 'bottom' pickup or the one closer to the bridge (where the strings begin). This has a much more open ans raw sound, which has more bite! You will see what I mean during this video :) now, mostly this is used for rock and metal as it can give a more aggressive tone with a higher distortion and treble tones, great for pinch harmonics! But, again, it really can be used whereever! Even in indy music, guitarists like the bridge pickup as the rhythm tone cuts through all of the frequencies.
So, now you know a little more about pickups, below are timestamps :)
00:00-01:16 Neck Pickup
01:06 - End - Bridge pickup
Which did you prefer? Can you hear a difference?
This backing track is from you YouTube channel called 'Rock on Jam Tracks' and I sure do love them! Check them out or if you would like the link let me know. However, I had noticed that shortly after my jam, the user had deleted the track. Maybe as it was old, or another issue... I have asked for permission and said if they would not like me to use it then I will rectify.
Well, enjoy everyone! More lessons and solos coming this week!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/csntgvca
Here is a guitar tutorial where I highlight one of my favourite licks!:)
This is a blues guitar lick as it used the blues scale (b5) and I have chose Dminor to be the scale! This lick can be used in any blues pentatonic key - have fun playing around with it!:)
I recommend to start slowly and build up using a click/metronome. I also should add that I like to palm mute this lick as it gives a cool tone. Make sure to really accent that up stroke on the high note!:)
I would say this is an intermediate lick as you need to know your way around fingering, however don't hold yourself back if a beginner. You can start off super slow and build up strength in your fingers this way (do not play through severe pain!)
If you are just starting out, I would recommend to just try the first part of this lick, without the string skipping and just work on legato. Something that I would recommend is playing to a click track (something I do not do enough!) as it does help your timing later in your playing life!
This is one of many lessons coming up. I will have 2 short lessons a week where I highlight some licks of mine, along with other insights to become the best player you can be - I am still on that journey of course!
Something a little different anyway - I hope you enjoyed! If you prefer my guitar solos, well don't worry as I have a BLUES solo coming later today!:) I think you will all enjoy it!:)
Thanks for listening everyone, let me know what you'd like to hear next?
00:00 Intro
00:09 Lesson
01:14 Examples up to speed
01:35 Varieties
02:02 Examples
02:10 Ending
I hope you are all having a brilliant weekend. Thank you all so much for the support, and as always, peace and love! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/dwbpbofu
Welcome back! Happy Friday! This is a jam to help ease your mind, unwind, smile and enjoy!
Here we are with another improv jam! This time, I am toning down a little and trying to see what melodic lines come up whilst I'm playing. I add some captions as I go so you can all see what 'stages' I am working through - but most of all, it is just about having fun exploring! Staying calm, and just allowing yourself to play through a jam without stress or need to reach something (the stressful part comes in the practice sessions!) :)
This awesome backing track is from a YouTube channel called YTJamTracks. I use his channel quite often as he is very consistent with his uploads, and has great tracks! This is a great example of the quality of tracks! Guitarists, do you have a favourite or go to channel for jams? Let me know :)
This jam is in G minor. I have some commentary in the video to kind of run through my thoughts as I go. Well, actually, to collect my thoughts after I am playing - as I don't really think at all during a solo! I just go with it :) I think I would like to start writing solos rather than improv, just to see how they turn out. I just like turning on a track and letting my musical soul flow! :)
I have some more videos coming this weekend! Get ready for some blues jams and something different... a few lessons!:)
If you all like what's coming over the weekend, I will do more. I am thinking to change things up a bit with some lessons. Did you know that my job is a teacher hehe (Engineering Tutor) so I guess I should be able to teach guitar too :) I do have a dream, and I am chasing that dream! Everyone, do not give up - we are all going to be exactly where we want to be, and be together! It is a lonely process for me, but I will not give up, there is no plan B!:)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/hkidsqml
Hello HIVE!:)
Here is my interpretation of this absolute classic by The Beatles. I remember many years ago I heard Peter Frampton's version of this and his solo absolutely BLEW ME AWAY! I was stunned, shook, staggered! I went down... but I got back up with a mission... to play! I picked up a guitar and went from there. That was around 15 years ago now, and here I am, releasing my own interpretation of this solo!
A little too elaborate? I just went with it :) so this is just an improv jam, but I am thinking of writing a minute or two solo to this track, and maybe recording the whole song in my own way! :)
This song is in Aminor, and I am using (mostly) the pentatonic blues scale here. I do add in some additional notes here and there but I just jam around this scale and position mostly. It is the most common scale to use for most rock guitar solos - of course there is the major scale, but most are in minor (most great rock solos anyway - not all, most ;) )
The awesome backing track came from
this channel has loads of awesome backing tracks and hours of fun to be had jamming!I was thinking earlier how amazing it is that we all have HIVE and YouTube at our fingertips. I love hive, of course, but find that YouTube is very accessable for videos and jam tracks. I might rock out over a blues track now :) how lucky are we!
On a side note, I have been reminded many times this week to be grateful for everything that we have and to really live for now. We don't know what is coming next, so let's enjoy today, work hard, and keep smiling! Enjoy everything you wonderful people!:) love to you all!
Peace and love! Thank you for the support everyone!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fzebdzoh
Are you a Maneskin fan?
Here is my first FULL 'band' cover - what I mean by this is I have done absolutely everything you hear :) all instruments and vocals are all done by me. I usually play to a backing track or would download the backing track but I am determined to improve my music tech and recording skills!
Here we have a cover of Måneskin - THE LONELIEST - this Italian Rock band really have taken the world by storm. I sure do love this song, and this band. I think they are very authentic, and exactly what we need right now in the world of music! It is so great to see a rock band getting huge again, it gives me more motivation and inspiration to work harder than ever and chase my dreams to get my own music heard, and start making strides :)
Even though everything you can hear is all 100% me, I do not have rights to this track nor do I claim to. This is a Maneskin tune that I am happy to be covering :) here is the original
If anyone would like more insight into how I recorded everything, just ask down below! I am going to use this as a staple point to assess my vocals and recording (I've been wanting to improve here). So maybe I will try to re-record my vocals over this song in 1 year and see how I have developed. I was a pretty bad singer a few years ago and had to practice more and more, and I am going to keep it up. Just need to find more time for guitar solos again aha :) peace and love everyone!
Timestamps are below if anyone wants to skip anywhere :)
00:00 intro
00:29 verse 1
00:58 pre-chorus
01:13 chorus
01:43 verse 2
02:12 chorus
02:42 SOLO
03:13 outro chorus
03:52 ending vocal
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/imtnixjj
It comes from within! Is what I just said to myself after having an enjoyable jam :) but I guess it does, right? The want and need to play, the enjoyment, satisfaction and joy from picking up the guitar. I love it, that's all there is to it :) I really want to develop and level up my playing all round (acoustic style, theory, speed, writing) that is the beautiful thing about music, it is never done - or, there is always something else to do :)
This Jam is in Cminor, and is played over a classic rock ballad style. Slow beat, long held power chords, and plenty of room for BIG guitar solos!:) as some of you might now by now, my solos are pretty much 100% improvised. I might run through the backing track a few times and do a few takes, but I like just seeing what comes out and not forcing anything. I do love written solos too! I have some of them on my album of course :)
I am playing this on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom (2000, Korea) and I sure do love the sound and feel. I am running this through Ableton Live Lite (free version) and make an amp setting I like on there using a pre-made amp. I do want to start getting a nicer guitar tone, but a lot of it comes from the playing anyway I guess!
I do have a few shorter videos I want to upload, such as a harmony guitar solo! But, I think that hive music community generally prefer videos over 1min? Am I right? I might share it anyway in my next post as I think you will all love it :) cheers!
PS - my last video I was celebrating saying that I reached level 70 on hive (which I did) but now I have gone back down to 69 haha. So, maybe tomorrow!:) must be close at this stage! Cool!
Backing track here
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/abavsurx
I made it to a MAJOR milestone... my hive level is now 70! This is pretty huge for me:) I remeber years ago thinking that it seemed so far away! Thank you all for the support :) this song is to celebrate!
This video will be better with headphones!:)
So, my most 'popular' song that I have realised, and is track 5 off of my album 'TIME?' - so, after releasing Into The Unknown (Alt Version) last week, here is Rivers! I hope you enjoy :) if anyone would like to hear the vocal tracks isolated I will upload that in small sections. I wanted the guitars to be minimal here but still with a decent role. I am still getting used to mixing so for any audio engineers, I welcome some tips!:) anyways... enjoy! Plus, a lot of pictures of me over 2022!
Have you heard the original song? As this is the acoustic version, there is a full version! If you would like to listen, let me know and I will link you. If not, enjoy!:)
Lyrics:
VERSE 1
I've been around the world but I've seen no end,
I seem to have done it all, or I seem to pretend,
So what's left of my mind, all I know is to keep on going,
Make the best, of my time, there's a lot for me to do out there
CHORUS
River it flows away so don't sit back to another day
That you don't have (x2)
VERSE 2
You've got the whole world, so look forward my friend,
You don't know me yet, but this message I'll send,
It's the start of your life, everyday you'll keep on finding how to,
Make the best, of your time, there's a lot for you to do out there
CHORUS
River it flows away so don't sit back to another day
That you don't have (x2)
I am not sure if timestamps will work here, but if anyone is interested, here you go!
00:00 intro
00:11 Verse 1
00:32 Chorus
00:53 Riff/woahs
01:04 Verse 2
01:36 SOLO
01:58 Chorus
02:30 riff / woahs
02:41 Outro
02:50 ?
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vdiukepi
Here is my new guitar video, and this time I go HEAVY!!!
You might be used to be doing softer blues rock guitar solos, but here is something a little harder for all of those lovers of rock and metal!
Now, this is to celebrate a milestone - I have finally hit 500 subscribers on my YouTube channel so that is pretty cool! Do you have a YouTube channel? I prefer Hive for many reasons, but I do post over on a few other platforms too!:) Hive is my only blockchain though - some have been reccommending LEO finance - anyone over there? I haven't had the chance to get over there yet, maybe I should try :)
If you do want to come over and say Hi on YouTube, let me know I will give you the link or just search 'CHOEY G' and I also like to return the support!:)
Seeing as I have hit a milestone, and I don't usually post much about me, here goes:
I've been a guitarist for many years, around 17+ years in fact! After neglecting my passion for some years, thankfully over the past 3-4 years I have picked it all back up and now I am an official 'bedroom' guitarist haha. I'm motivated to keep these jams going and really start growing my online presence! In 2022 I completed one of my lifelong goals and released my debut album 'TIME?' which was cool, and I've had lots of amazing feedback, and more to come! I do have new songs written and ready to record, I just want to build up my fan base a little more :)
So, everyone, this SHRED if for YOU! Your support is cherished! Now, I must shout out this MONSTRUOUS backing track
I wanted to go a little harder here. I love blues rock, and I think it is my style, but I love to crank it as much as anyone else! Here is my take on a shred solo :) oh, and yes, this is an improvisation :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/egwptubr
Hello everyone and welcome to my 'NEW' song INTO THE UNKNOWN
So, this is a brand new version of my track 'Into The Unknown' with a full lyric video to compliment the audio, along with some interesting visuals :)
This is track 4 from my album 'TIME?' and here is the original
I wrote this song back in early 2022. I had some ideas for it but it quickly morphed into what it is today. I had an idea and demo (could release that soon?) and then the day before I went into the studio I completely changed up a few sections, and then again on the day and the song was complete! The large outro solo was written and recorded right at the end of the session - I wanted a hook, and something written that I could play again. I do like the original song, and I am happy how this 'acoustic' version has turned out :)
The full lyrics are below:
*As I look up to the sky tonight,
And I wonder why oh why am I alive,
Am I lost and alone in time,
Or am I just living my own life
As I look into my eyes tonight,
And I know it’s all on the line
Stand and hold onto my pride, now I’ve got the end in sight,
And I know that I was right here from the start
As I waited here, never disappeared
Now I know that I was right here all along
As I look out to the stars tonight
And I know it’s all on the line
I know it’s moving by (moving by like time)
As we’re riding on the wave (into the unknown)
I know it’s moving by (moving by like time)
As we’re riding on the wave (into the unknown)
We go through life and wonder why,
True minds have just been pushed aside
If this isn’t how do I feel
And I know that, we all rise with the tide
I know it’s moving by (moving by like time)
As we’re riding on the wave (into the unknown)
I know it’s moving by (moving by like time)
As we’re riding on the wave (into the unknown)
I know it’s moving by (moving by like time)
As we’re riding on the wave (into the unknown)
I know it’s moving by (moving by like time)
As we’re riding on the wave (into the unknown)*
Oh yes, the images! These were all generated through AI using various inputs. This is the first time(?) I tried this out and sure was fun.
I used an app called starryai and it gives you 5 free AI images per day. Personally, I didn't really like the integration of AI as I thought it would hinder real artists... but, it sure was fun to use and I am super impressed how it works instantly! Crazy times, hey?! You can see all of the images in the lyric video - which one is your favourite? I live those pyramid ones!
Thank you all for listening, be sure to comment to let me know what you think and also for what you'd want to see next! I think it might be track 5.... ;)
I also want to add thank you all for the continued support. I am on my journey towards a better and more fulfilling life, just like all of you are! Keep at it everyone, it won't be long :) peace!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/xopfwkkw
Hitting up this track again with another improvised original guitar solo!
Yes, this is a 'strat' blues solo - I know I am not officially playing a 'strat' but it is a strat style with singlecoils :) I think most of you will know, but, the stratocaster is a classic electric guitar originally made by Fender. It is probably the most well iconic guitar in history! Played by the legend Jimi Hendrix and many others such as David Gilmour, SRV, Eric Clapton. Along with the Les Paul, these two guitars have shaped the world of electric guitars forever!
So here I am just doing what I love, and that is letting myself flow and stop my thought as I get lost in music :) I hope you all enjoy!
I must shout out the backing track! I love these blues rock ones!
Peace and love, thanks for listening! Look forward to hearing from you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/utnskknk
A few days ago I uploaded Version 1 to this solo... well, Lo and Behold, here is the second version!
My approach is largely the same - just go with it, flow, and don't overthink! Now, I try a little more staccato playing with some more rhythm here and there. But, as always I am just going with the flow, and there is no better track to crank in some blues rock licks!
If you think of Psychedelic rock, which band comes to mind? I guess I think of Pink Floyd. David Gilmour is such a legendary guitarist, the sound of his strat just stays with me. I love passionate guitar solos, when you can feel it and see the emotion. I think that is also why Gary Moore is my favourite guitarist. I love legends like Steve Vai and Joe Satriani, but as brilliant as they are, I have always prefered the soulful blues style for solos. I do love Slash too, and Paul Gilbert! There is a little list of some of my guitar idols :)
As for the backing track, have a listen here
It is a great track with many awesome ones to solo over!
Well, thanks for listening and I'll see you all at the next one!
Peace and love! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/nkayxjyf
Hive Music Festival!!! I am back!
It sure has been a while... I hope some of you still remember me! Well... if not, please allow me to introduce myself :)
I am sunsethunter AKA 'CHOEY G' a guitarist from England who now resides in New Zealand.
I would love to welcome you all to my guitar playing by something I love the most... playing the blues! Particularly Power Blues - Gary Moore style haha! Well... not quite but he is my guitar idol.
I haven't uploaded any HMF videos in around 5 months!! Maybe more! I was there for the very first few weeks though :) so, I hope some of the originals are still around!
I have my own original music out and will try to upload an 'acoustic' version of one of my songs for next week so you can all hear an original track :) if anyone is interested about hearing more of my original music - just search for me 'CHOEY G' on YouTube or any streaming platform and you'll find my music! It is a range of pop-punk to Alternative Rock. It will be sure to give you those nostalgic vibes we all love!
I must also give a shoutout and link to the awesome backing track that I have used to play over for this solo. Here is the link
I love playing to awesome backing tracks, and sometimes can just get so lost in the music! I love that!!!
Anyways, that is enough from me - be sure to comment and say hello! I will be checking out all of your awesome videos that is for sure! Peace and love!
PS - I hope you enjoyed my return to HMF video! It feels good to be back and I will post a lot more here now! I see we are now in MusicZone, cool! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vstvgide
Welcome to my 2 part series! Or, two part Jam session!
Today we have version 1 of this Psychadelic Rock Jam that I was playing through earlier today. I have moved my setup yo just focus more on the guitar, which I quite like actually. Version 2, I am holding my guitar differently. Here is a question I ask to guitarists, do you have a preference as to which leg you rest your guitar on? I do (my right leg) but, I find certain things easier with the guitar more upright as it is in this video! Well, version 2 (coming tomorrow!) I switch positions and wail away - the solos are both similar but different. I was going to make a compilation video of my 10 favourite licks from these videos... maybe I will do that too! It will get to the point a bit more, but I like listening to entrie solos. This, as always, is an improvised solo :)
The awesome backing track is right here
Always gotta show some love to the great musicians that create many of the backing tracks I play over!
Did you all like my '80s Shred Jam' from last week? My last 3 videos have all been quite different. Chilled, Shreddy, and now Trippy. You've guessed it... I'm going Bluesy next!! :)
Well, I also hope you've all had/are having an awesome weekend. It is late now here in New Zealand and it is time to go to bed as I have work early in the morning. I look forward to responding to you all tomorrow when I am home from work!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/komtevxi
Hello everyone!
The previous solo I uploaded was a slower more chilled out one, so here I am coming back in with another improv full length guitar solo - going back to exactly what I want to do and that is just PLAY! This is what I love to do and I will keep on doing :) some of you might know I have written and recorded my own songs and I am still trying to push them and let the world hear my music, but now I want to just keep on doing what I can and taking away some of the pressure of 'having' to get my music heard. I could go off on a tangent here but I shall not digress further!:)
I can sadly report that I have having further issues with the left hand/arm - some of you might know that I suffered from tendonitis over the past few years. It still isn't fully healed, might never be or take a while. So have claw hand right now and forearm pain. Limited guitar today - I just love to open up and play so fingers crossed I'll be giving it for some more full length solos!
Definitely not perfect and many errors and bum notes but it is just how I roll haha! Go for it and see what comes up. To anyone wondering (you can probably tell by listening) this is fully improvised. Yes, I played through the track a few times then I just turn on the camera and hit record :)
Enjoy!
Thanks for the support everyone! Blues solo next? :)
Also, I MUST shoutout the amazing backing track! Here is the link
Peace and love :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ajnjgyqy
Happy Friday everyone! Let's roll into the weekend with good intentions and a positive mindset!
Here, I present something a little different, something smoother than my usual rock solo!
I am trying to be a little more controlled with my playing, and just slow it all down. Taking my time is not always something I do with guitar solos haha! So here is a fully improvised jam over an awesome backing track! I will post the link below for anyone else who wants to check it out or maybe jam over it themselves:
I can really hear some cool parts in my head when playing, and (like everyone) am my own biggest critic. I just play for fun these days and to improve, so I feel if I record over this solo again I can put together some of the sections I liked and work around them! I have always been mostly improvised when I solo, and I think I will always have it that way :)
Anyways, I hope you all enjoy! Next time I will come with something a little harder ;)
oh yes - if anyone likes the rock band 'Extreme' (more than words, get the funk out etc etc) you should check out their new music! The guitarist Nuno Bettencourt is incredible!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ynvkcpgs
Hello everyone! Please allow me to welcome you all onto the weekend with a FULL playthrough of Track 3 from my album 'TIME?' - We Are The Ones!
I released this back in July, and I know for many people it is the favourite song on the album. It is already a fairly chilled out tune but I bring it down another notch here. Still, the message hits just as hard! I hope that some of you can releate in any way possible. I think that is what is beautiful about songs - the artist could have an emotion they are portraying yet the listener can find their own meaning within, which is great!
I feel that the lyrics are just as relevant today as they were last year when I released this song :)
Are you enjoying these Acoustic versions on my tunes? I'm going in order so Track 4 is next :)
Also, I will absolutely be uploading some BIG guitar solos this weekend. I know, that is typically what I do, and I will continue to do so! Things have been busy and different for me in recent months, but I do hope to get back to regular uploads (3-4 per week again)
I'm going to drop the links below for the FULL track on YouTube - have a listen to the original, it's free :)
I do also have my album on Spotify and all streaming playforms. Do any of you use Spotify? If you do, let me know!:) I'd love to share the link with you :)
Peace and love to you all! Thanks for listening and for the support :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qyewddzd
Hello Everyone!
As promised, here it is! The full playthrough of my song Renegade Mind. Yesterday I uploaded an alternative version - a more chilled and acoustic version, only to prepare for what was coming today!
This is Track 2 on my album 'TIME?' and is the heaviest song on the album. I would say this is hard rock, whereas most of the album is just classic rock in some ways. I love all types of music... blues, pop punk, rock, metal... and I think this shows in my different songs!
I hope you enjoy this one :) oh yes... do stay for the GUITAR SOLO! It might be the biggest one on the whole album. It definitely is the most SHRED solo! I play as fast as I can with arpeggios and sweep picking :) but trying to keep it tasteful too, of course!
The full album is available for free on my YouTube for all of you to listen to, if you want to :) if you would like to have a listen, just let me know and I will paste the link in the comments! Yes, my 'artist' name is 'CHOEY G' but my hive name will always be sunsethunter !:)
I will be going over more of my own songs in the coming weeks :) starts with a acoustic version of them and then moving into the full cover :)
I'll throw in some more guitar solos here and there too, of course!!:)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/nowwlbyl
Hello everyone!
Here is an alternative version of an original song of mine - Renegade Mind. This is track 2 on my album 'TIME?'
The lyrics are in the video too!:) this song is about taking control of your own life, and is for the listener to interpret which area of their own life this might apply to. It coud be relationships, personal, self, heirarchy, work, governments.... that is for you to decide :) I know what it means to me!:)
Tomorrow, I will have something pretty cool to upload!:) it is a FULL playthrough of Renegade Mind :) all vocals and guitars played live over the backing track, with a different version of the solo! Few extra bits added in too :) tune in tomorrow to watch!
If you haven't heard the original version, I will put a link below :) it is all me! My solo project. This is probably the heaviest song on the album so for those of you who like rock music, this is for you! For those of you who like guitar solos... I got you ;) let me know what you think! :)
Hope you all enjoy!
Peace and love :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ubaokquq
Hello MUSIC Hivers and more!:)
First of all, this is a solo I made for a recent milestone that I have reached - 400 Subs on YouTube. Yes, it isn't much but to me it is a big step forward. I have been posting there for quite some time and I want to really keep it up this year.
You you also post to your youtube channels? How is it going?
Here is the backing track I used to jam over
Playing in Aminor is one of my favourite scales... I think as many great Gary Moore songs are in this key, I can try to channel my guitar hero!
Well, I sure hope you are all having a wonderful weekend with lots of fun and music :)
I will have some more videos coming next week - some more of my own origianal songs :)
Peace and love!
PS - If you are on youtube and would like to support, here is a link to my channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG4rGgsi34fen8Ar2THseOA
Link me yours!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/yikmhbtt
Hello everyone :)
This week I have transcriped one amazing song. First of all, I would like to ask - have you all heard of 'Dimash'?
If you have not, I highly reccomend going to YouTube right now and searching for him. He might well be the greatest singer to have ever lived (and I mean that!) listen to this song, 'SOS'
The notes he hits... the range.. tone... control... it is like nothing I have ever heard before! EVER!
Of course, I cannot attempt a vocal cover of this song (who can?) but I love it so much I wanted to play it in my own way, so, here it is :)
I sure hope you enjoy this one!
NOTE - This IS a pre-recorded version of myself playing, and then I plugged in and videoed myself playing over the top. I had to pre-record my guitar parts as I needed several different tones and effects for different parts. I hope you don't mind that! Afterall, it is all me still :)
I will do a live version of this if you want? :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fqzejtyl
Happy MONDAY everyone!
I'd like to share with you a video I made last night - and I haven't been playing many guitar solos recently so this one felt good!
I've always loved this song, and it might have been one of the first riffs I learned! Any other guitarists learned this one early on? A great riff for sure!
I am just going with the flow here and feeling it :) I am not sticking to any particular pre-written solo (as you might be able to tell) but just trying to get back into the swing of improvisation and phrasing. I'd like to improve my timing and phrasing a little more, but sometimes a little out of phase section that works itself back in is the best part!
I will try to get some more regular uploads these days for everyone :) I also will post a 'normal' post soon just highlighting what I am up to and what my plans are for this year of music. I say this year... we are already halfway through March... whahtttttt!!!
Anyways, I sure hope you all enjoy this one! Always playing from my heart :)
Peace and love!
CHOEY G - sunsethunter
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ynzfmoey
Kia ora (hello) everyone!!!
As promised, here is the full guitar playthrough to my song 'Never Look Back'
Yesterday, I posted an update and a re-welcome back to myself and you all! :)
This is the first track from my debut album 'TIME?' that I released back in July 2022.
I also posted this video here which is a different version of the verse https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Wlvb-n4K8DU
I'll be doing more short videos like this for my YouTube and others :) I'll break down this song into smaller chunks like I have here and go through each part!
So, this song 'Never Look Back' - what is it about? Well, it is a message to myself! A message to not go back to the old ways, to look forward, enjoy life, and just live! I might unveil more about my personal life in later posts, but for now, I guess I can say it is a song about self empowerment :)
I hope you enjoy! If you do, here if a link to the full track on my YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1BusNcDPHV3N3NcRidBEdbeDu
Oh, and yes... I am writing new music :) just want to build my online presence a little more first :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/dejputxe
Hello! Welcome back! To me and to you haha!
It sure has been a while... oh wow. The last few months sure have been interesting. Well.. we are already well into 2023, how crazy, but awesome!
Right, so in this video I give everyone a very brief update and show you around my new and ever evolving setup :) modest, but all I need :)
I had so many setbacks over the last few months! But, expect to see a lot more of me :)
Also, here is a link to a section of my song 'Never Look Back' https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Wlvb-n4K8DU
Let me know what you think of that? I am going to do some more uploads like that :) I recorded my debut album last year and I really want to keep on playing and sharing my songs!:)
If you are interested in hearing my songs, you can listen to them all right here for free :)
I shall leave this welcome back post here, and tomorrow I will upload a FULL guitar playthrough!:)
Peace and love to you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/omlsnvma
Hello wonderful people!
It has been a little while, life has become extra busy for me recently - with Christmas, I am moving house and also my Dad is coming to visit me in 2 days :) I haven't seen him in 4 years so I can't wait for some quality time :)
Before I disucss this video any further - I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! If I don't get on here much in the net week... HAPPY NEW YEAR! Peace and love to you all :)
SHRED COLLAB 2022
For the past 3 years, I have been in Shred Collabs! NZ Shred Collab 2020, 2021, and then another Shred Collab after I reached out to someone. I then reached out to someone else some time back and they asked me to be in their 2022 Holiday Shred Collab - of course I took part!
I am happy with my solo, but I would like to have taken a little more time on some sections - I was in a lot of pain with my spinal injury and on a LOT of medication. There was only so much I can take... but, I got there!
Here is a link to the full video if anyone is interested in checking it out :)
Some awesome solos there! The video I have upoaded is just my solo alone, it was recorded about a month ago, but was only released 2 days ago! :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/obbzwpvf
Hello and welcome back to the final episode in my mini series 'The Road to 100,000 Streams'. Here we have it; The grand finale! This is it - THE RESULTS!
For those of you who've been tuning in, this is the final episode in my mini series 'The Road to 100,000 Streams' where I unveil all! Did I make it?
Below are timestamps for the video.
00:00 Intro
00:53 Spotify
01:25 Apple Music
01:35 YouTube
02:05 Audius
02:15 Emanate
02:42 Rouge Platforms
03:06 TOTAL
03:52 THANK YOU
04:21 Pick Flick
04:30 Outro
If you want to check out previous episodes here is the link to the playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1ButolAa7tsceeZUE5FmkH959
Background:
This year is the first year I officially began to start releasing music. January 1st 2022 I dropped my very first single 'Rivers'. This is something I have always been wanting to do, have my very own album. I had been saving up for a while and I spent my money on studio time. From here, I went on to release 3 more singles and then my 9 track album 'TIME?' was released in July! I decided to document my jounrey as I was a completely unknown artist - no one knew I was releasing music until it was out! So I really started from nothing, and well, I still have a long way to go! I still want my music heard more as I am proud of what I have achieved and just want to share it with the world! This being said, I think I need to re-focus my content back to my own music - I have become a little sidetracked and just started posting lots of guitar videos again. I sure do love doing this, but, if my own music is what I am pushing, then that is something I should persure! It seems a shame to have it all here, push the release and then stop all together. So, I will be posting more videos about my songs, my covers, the meaning behind my music, the writing process, and more. I am open to ideas and want 2023 to be even bigger than 2022 :) I am not 'chasing' numbers, but I like to set goals that seem unachievable. This one sure did - you know what, I wanted to have this series as the road to 10,000 streams but I needed to aim higher :) it has been a lot of work, but I sure do LOVE what I am doing with my music. It isn't easy as a solo artist as I have to do it all, but the rewards will all be worth it :) Anyone who is supporting me and my jounrey, I thank you! The end of the video is for you :) peace and love! Also - MERRY CHRISTMAS!
My music and more
More importantly, give the year a send off by streaming 'TIME?' one last... time? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1BusNcDPHV3N3NcRidBEdbeDu
My everything link! https://linktr.ee/Joeyg4658 stream 'TIME?' here on all platforms :)
Subscribe (if you would like to!) to my YouTube for more updates and to follow my musical journey :) as I said, it is not over!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ubcvxxcc
Hive Open Mic 140
I just about made it! It was a close one this time, but here we are :) better late than never, or last minute I should say! Actually... here in NZ I am late but I know it is still yesterday somewhere! I really wanted to get this one in so here we go :)
I love this theme so much as I absolutely love the sea! If I wasn't injured right now I would proably be at the beach :) there is an awesome Surf beach about 50mins away from my place called Raglan, the waves are awesome and it is a great place to hang out :) it isn't quite like the Caribbean but it sure is awesome.
I would love to visit the Caribbean! Tropical Paradise! Clear water, warm weather... what more could one want!
The closest to the Caribbean I have experienced is Southern Thailand. The Islands and beaches were absolutely incredible... white sand, crystal clear water, hot weather, stunning island landscapes... perfection! I was snorkelling all day long and drinking coconuts in between! Lots of fresh fruit and awesome food, truly loved it!
I lived in Thailand for about 4 months in total, I went there twice. I went for a holiday but also for a Muay Thai camp (kickboxing). That was one of the hardest physical endevours I have encountered. Insane training and conditioning, but it was also the most fun I have had. I didn't ever compete, I just loved to train. It was exactly what I needed. I would love too go back one day. I really hope I can, but now I am working full time, and have more responsibily it is harder to move around like I used to. I used to work on 'contract' jobs, so I would work for 3 months on and 3 months off! It was great as I could travel a lot :) loved it! I am glad I stopped when I did as about 8 months later the world was in lockdown, so I got lucky!
Well, there is a bit more background around my life! I hope you all enjoyed this solo :) I didn't talk much about Reggae music here but many of my best friends absolutely love it, so in my early 20s I had lots of time listening :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fmiyeect
Hive Music Festival - Week 9 - Round 3!
I made it! Just about! Well, actually, here in New Zealand I am in the future so I probably still have another 12+ hours haha! Anyway, here is my entry for this weeks HMF and I am playing another guitar solo - but this time, I am trying something a little different :)
Harmony Guitar Solo
I have just loosely titled this 'Harmony Guitar Solo' as, well, have a listen and see! But I don't usually record over myelf as I have here. I wanted to try something a little different, and that was to harmonise my solo. However, I started playing a few licks and I wasn;t quite getting it, so I had to come up with a melody to actually harmonise! The first half is what I have planned! I always love harmony solos - the first (and most famous) harmony solo that I learned was Master of Puppets by Metallica. What an incredible solo that is! Do you know it? If not, maybe I will have to record it (with harmony!) for my next upload! That sounds like a good idea to me :)
Backing Track
Above is the backing track. The YT channel is 'YT Jam Tracks' and I must confess that recently I haven't been giving credit to the track, which is bad of me! So, I would like to share the backing track this time and if there are any guitarists looking for some cool tracks, I would say have a look here! I always find a good one and they upload very frequently.
I hope you are all having a great weekend. Christmas sure is getting close! For most of you, it is probably getting very cold, maybe snowing? Here in New Zealand it is getting very hot and humid! So, I live (permanently) here in New Zealand, but I was born and grew up in England, so I still find it funny to have a hot Christmas! But if it is sunny I will go to the beach and surf all day :D
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/iaudfrkb
Welcome to my entry for Hive Open Mic 139!
First of all, I sure hope you are all doing well and have some fun things planned for the weekend! The weather here in New Zealand is nice and warm, we are almost in summer! Late spring is here and it is warming up :)
What a great and versatile topic this is! Work of True Love! For me, music is my true love! It never fails to keep me occupied, cheer me up, keep me busy and ground me when I need it most! It is also always a work in progress and the connection can always grow and strengthen :)
I decided to put together a passionate guitar solo as a tribute to my guitar, or to music in general. I find I can deliver my emotions through my playing, which is why most of the time I just have my eyes closed and I am practially in deep meditation!
So I start of slowly, following the chords and putting in a few extra licks. I try to keep things simple and tasteful for the first part (and not shred too much!)
This song is in B minor, a key I quite like to play in :)
I also use some octave slides to create some form of melody without getting carried away.
The 'heavier' section kicks in after I start to build things up with some blues rock licks. From here, I like to drive up the fretboard, and put a little more power into the notes! Of course, there are always a few little mistakes and some bum notes but that's part of the live experience, for me anyway haha!
But yes, that section ending at 2:58 I can let rip a little more! Then, slow things right back down again :) until around 4:15 where I start a big tapping section - inspired by Eddie Van Halen!
Well, I sure hope you all enjoyed this one!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/sstpoyik
HMF - WEEK 8 - ROUND 2
Here we go! Welcome back to another one of my guitar solos, and this time I am playing a guitar that I haven't made a video with in quite some time! This guitar is an LTD M-10 and is generally known as an 'entry level' guitar as it is very reasonable priced. As you can see I have customized it with many stickers!:) I think it looks great like this. Now, stickers are not the only customization I have done to this axe! I have juiced this up by installing some Seymour Duncan pickups. I purchased these pickups second hand, but brand new they actually cost more than the guitar haha! I made a video a few years ago about this titled 'is it worth upgrading a cheap guitar?' and my opinion was yes in this case. I really like the feel of this guitar, the neck fits very well into my hands and suits my playing style. I think that is really what it is all about! Some guitars can cost thousands - yes, of course I would love all of them haha, but some of these budget guitars sure do play well these days!
Be sure to stay to the end of the video! I have a secret outro for you all :) the first 2:20 is an improv guitar solo where I try to build it up and try some new ideas as I am going. Then, from 2:30 I wanted to try some cool tricks like tapping and harmonics, and I play with a little more energy! Which one did you prefer? More melodic, or more shred?! Let me know :)
I am slowly recovering from my spinal injury, I had a steroid injection into my lower back yesterday to try and help my disc recover and my sciatic nerve. Man, the past few weeks have been tough. Lots of pain and no sleep! I hope I don't need surgery, but if things do not improve then I will will be needing to... over Christmas! Ah well :) good times ahead!
I sure hope you enjoyed my playing! If you have any suggestions, please let me know :) I look forward to checking out everyones videos!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/mozfumlz
Welcome to my entry for Hive Open Mic 138! MAGIC! What a wonderful theme!
First of all, I hope everyone is doing great and enjoying the weekend - possibly watching the football!
This week I am playing a 'Smooth R&B' style guitar solo. I decided to go with something a little more upbeat and groovy for this weeks theme as I was wondering what kind of music would be playing for a magician after the set! I figured it would be something cool and funky, something like this! A great sound for a performer!
Magic is actually something I have always been super fascinated with. When I was a kid I used to perform magic shows for my grandparents! Maybe I should go out and buy a deck of cards and learn a few of my old tricks haha! If I do, I will post them here for you all :)
Do you love magic? Have a favourite magician? Mine is David Blaine. But recently, I have been watching a guy called Shin Lim and wow is he incredible. It is almost unbelievable!
Have you ever had a magician perform card tricks on you? I have! It was unreal! Loved it so much and was just mind blown haha!
For this guitar solo, it is in two parts. The first part is using a 'wah' effect, which I'm sure you can hear, and the second part is using something less common, an 'octave shift', so my guitar almost sounds like a bass! I think it is a cool effect and I have never had a song to play it on, so that was a first for me and a cool one! I enjoyed it :)
Also, if you are wondering (or even noticed?) that is not a corset that I am wearing haha - it is a back brace. I have a really bad back injury at the moment, and am actually on lots of really strong painkillers... they aren't doing too much... I got out of hospital on Tuesday and going back on Wednesday for a steroid injection to my spine. I really hope it works because I am in lots of pain! Hey... let's hope my back heals overnight, like magic! :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/eixppekp
HMF! Week 7! Let's go! :)
Hello everyone and welcome to my entry for this weeks Hive Music Festival! I must begin with saying I apologise for not directly stating week 7 in my introduction - I added it in with text as when I cut my video together I realised I just said round 1! I'm a little spaced out right now, read on to find out why haha!
Before I go any further, just letting you all know there is Part 1 and Part 2 for this solo! Part 2 starts from 2:20! Be sure to listen to that final section too :)
I am playing a 'Phrygian' solo this week - this is the scale that typically can be described as the Egyptian or Persian sounding scale. It definitely has a unique and mystical vibe that I personally love!
This is also the first time I have recorded a solo using this scale, so it was fun for me to challenge myself!
I probably look quite rough as I was in hospital yesterday :/ I have a slipped disc in my back and in severe pain... it has happened to me many years ago and I had surgery 12 years ago to fix it, but the pain has returned... so I had the Doctors injecting me with lots of drugs... anyway, I am ok to sit down now and play guitar which is healing :) wow... there is a lot going on in my life right now haha! We all have things going on... right, rant over, back to the music!
Part 1 of this solo I try to keep it fairly mellow, and then for part 2 (starts around 2:20) I come in with some more intense playing and some tapping! I think I had to concentrate a bit more with this solo as I was thinking more about where the notes are - unlike blues rock where it feels a lot more natrual for me.
You can see the 'CHOEY G' logo in the top right corner, well, that is my musicians name! Some of you already know, but I released my debut album back in July - my album has 9 songs and is called 'TIME?' - if anyone wants some more information just let me know, or search 'CHOEY G' into google and you'll find me! I'd love to share my tunes with you all - maybe next week I will play a solo from one of my original songs :)
Peace and love to you all!
Note - big thanks to @edwardstobia for keeping this festival alive and thriving!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/zrfqazlx
Hello music fam!
Some of you might have seen my acoustic version of 'Tears Don't Fall' a few weeks ago, and probably have seen a few more of my other acoustic covers and/or original songs. I quite liked playing Tears Don't Fall the other week so decided to record an acoustic version, properly! Well, as best as I can anyway haha!
Bullet For My Valentine are a Welsh Metalcore band who released their debut album The Poison in 2005! If you know this song, you'll know the 'LET'S GOOOOOOOOO!' part at the start, which is why I screamed it haha! It might not fit with the acoustic version but hey I just thought why now :) my apologies if you hated that! :P I did have a plan on whispering it but couldn't resist ;)
All of the acoustic guitar parts you can here are playing my me :) there are 3 layers to it. I kind of just built it up as I went and I guess this version is still in its beta phase and there are some sections that need a little bit of work, which I comment on during the video.
For this video, I am double tracking my vocals. Now, I am not a producer, but does anyone know if double tracking vocals is typical? When I was in the studio, the producer makes my vocals sound huge, but I don't think they are double tracked. I know back in the day people would double track their guitars. For example, Metallica - James Hetfield is such a tight rhythm player that he was amazing at double tracking his guitar parts. I also know that 'Crazy Train' solo by Randy Rhoads is double tracked, if you can believe that! How cool!
I am not really trying to harmonise my vocals here but just having some fun laying down new ideas. I think that is always important to have fun and challenge ourselves! Usually I am just playing guitar, but here I am focusing on my vocals a little more. They do need some work but I am getting more confident with them. Some years ago I would have never uploaded vocal covers or even my originals! So it is a nice feeling to break out of the shell and just go with it!:)
Keep on rocking everyone! Peace and love!
PS - any suggestions of how I can improve are always welcome! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/gzfnoykd
Hive Open Mic 137 - Healing
First of all, wow, what a theme. I know this is something we can all relate to - the good, the bad, the ugly... we have all expereinced healing time and time again. As we all know, we get through it :) we come out ontop, and we were better than before! That is where the power lies, in the process. Healing comes from being hurt - this can be emotionally, spiritually, physically, or all of them. But without this, is there growth? Sadly, I think that statement is fair. Life isn't about getting hurt and recovering, that isn't my point, but rather to grow as a person, develop, thrive and learn!
I chose to play a melancholic style guitar solo today as I wanted something that I could feel within, and it is usually the slower rock style ballad tracks where I can almost tell a story, or let out the weeks emotions. I'm not going to lie, the past month has been a struggle for me. I won't go into great detail but there are some changes going on in my life and I have to remain strong. We all do, and we always do! Or, well... I do at least. We have all been there, and we can all recovered and are stronger than before - and I feel that is what I am trying to portray in this guitar solo :) starts off slow, mellow, and a little off... then builds up, new excitement, and I end with some tapping where I just let go and feel free. Through my guitar I am shouting FREEDOM haha! With the tapping of course :)
Well, I sure hope you all enjoy my playing this week! I can't wait to check out all of your awesome videos!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/rvyysnmv
Hive Music Festival Week 6 Round 1 - Here we go!
A Mellow Dreamy Rock Guitar Solo
I chose to bring out the electric guitar for this weeks entry as I had some pent up emotions I really wanted to release. For me, there is nothing better than shutting off everything and just playing a guitar solo :) I am far from the best player in the world, but music isn't always about being the best. I don't compare myself with other players, just try to enjoy it for me :)
I tend to enjoy playing blues rock style guitar solos as some of my guitar heros play this style, such as Gary Moore. In my opinion, he was the greatest ever - RIP Gary Moore! There are so many great players :) if there are any guitarists reading this, who is your favourite player? Have you heard Guthrie Govan? He is incredible! Another level!
I wonder - are people born with talent? Is it all hard work? This is something I was thinking about earlier today (when watching guitar videos) - like, how do some people excel further than others? I think it is a combination of drive, motivation and belief :)
My musical jounrey has evolved very much this year and I sure am proud of that! I reached one of my musical goals, and that was to release my debut album! That album is called 'TIME?' and I am yet to do a detailed breakdown. I need to learn how to livestream and/or do a screen share so I can comment on my songs and videos whilst I record. Maybe I should save up a little and invest in my setup! Most of all, I love playing - and I have set a goal for 2023 and that is to play live! Something I have not done in many many years!
Have you ever played live? Or do you still play live? I might need a few tips on how to do so as a solo artist! I think, it comes down to confidence really :)
Well, I sure hope you all enjoyed my solo (and my rant!) yes... I did rant a little today but I had some thoughts that I wanted to express :) which is another benefit of writing and sharing! Music is so great! I am blessed to be a part of Hive Music Festival!
One last thing... you know, this is a 'Dreamy' guitar solo, so let it take you away like it did me! I still have a dream of one day all of us meeting up for a Hive Music Festival LIVE! That will be incredible! One day :)
Peace and love to you all!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vlwxvllj
LET'S GOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
Welcome to another brilliant week of Hive Open Mic! What an AMAZING title! There are MANY videos I could have made for this weeks theme - as some of you know, rock is my jam!
I am having a slight hand issue at the moment so I decided not to play the electric guitar (don't worry, I have a lot planned for that!) but I wanted to play and sing something hard hitting!
Bullet for my Valentine released this EPIC metalcore track way back in 2005! It still feels like yesterday for me! They are still rocking today! I wanted to try an acoustic version of this song, and it is quite the ballad at the same time and a metal song. I think it works quite well as an acoustic song and it has a simple chord progression and great vocal melody.
B4MV were one of the bands that really got me into 'heavier' music! Well, I always liked Slipknot and Slayer, but I guess I can say Bullet opened up my mind to the new era of metal. They have melodic riffs but are super heavy. It showed me that metal can truly be musical. This was around the time when bands like Trivium and Avenged Sevenfold were also blowing up, it was a great time for bands! Especally in the metalcore scene. I guess this kind of phased out the nu-metal scene? I might be wrong with that comment but it feels that way.
I wonder if bands will make a comeback again. I feel like over the past 10 years, there hasn't really been many breakthrough bands. Or maybe I am just stuck in the past haha!
Anyway, I sure hope you enjoy this cover of mine! I'm still working on my singing and playing, but I am grateful to have this playform to share my progress, build my confidence and inspire me! Can't wait to check out all of your awesome videos!
Peace and love to you all!
Oh... and remember.... you all ROCK!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/iedmskww
HIVE MUSIC FESTIVAL WEEK 5 ROUND 1
It is my pleasure to welcome you all to my entry for this weeks HMF!
Some of you may recall my previous entries to the last 4 weeks of Hive Music Festival, which were all guitar solos! Now, that is my main style of playing the guitar - lead! I sure do love putting on a blues or rock backing track and just letting my mind (and fingers!) run away! It feels so great :) I do actually have many of my own songs too - I acheived a life goal this year and released my own album!:) anyway, enough about then, more about now!
For this week I am playing an old school Alterntive Rock / Nu Metal / Emo song by Evanescence! This is their most well known song, Bring Me To Life!
For those of you who know me, you know I love the nostalgia! I can't believe this was almost 20 years ago!!! Woah... time flies. OR, maybe I am finally getting old! I prefer the term wise and knowlegable ;)
This is a beautiful song, and the lead singer Amy Lee is brilliant. They have released many other awesome songs too, but 'Bring Me To Life' and 'My Immortal' are by far the most well know. I may cover 'My Immortal' next! :)
I shall post the lyrics below:
*How can you see into my eyes like open doors?
Leading you down into my core
Where I've become so numb
Without a soul
My spirit's sleeping somewhere cold
Until you find it there and lead it back home
*Wake me up inside (save me)
Call my name and save me from the dark (wake me up)
Bid my blood to run (I can't wake up)
Before I come undone (save me)
Save me from the nothing I've become*
*Now that I know what I'm without
You can't just leave me
Breathe into me and make me real
Bring (bring) me (me) to life*
*Wake me up inside (save me)
Call my name and save me from the dark (wake me up)
Bid my blood to run (I can't wake up)
Before I come undone (save me)
Save me from the nothing I've become
Bring me to life
I've been living a lie
There's nothing inside
Bring me to life*
*Frozen (frozen) inside without your touch
Without your love, darling
Only (only) you are the life among the dead
All of this time, I can't believe I couldn't see
Kept in the dark, but you were there in front of me
I've been sleeping a thousand years, it seems
Got to open my eyes to everything
Without a thought, without a voice, without a soul
Don't let me die here
(There must be something more) bring me to life*
*Wake me up inside (save me)
Call my name and save me from the dark (wake me up)
Bid my blood to run (I can't wake up)
Before I come undone (save me)
Save me from the nothing I've become
Bring me to life
I've been living a lie
There's nothing inside
Bring me to life*
Source: LyricFind*
This is all an acoustic cover in my own style. As I mentioned earlier, playing lead guitar is my main focus, but I sure do love the challenge of playing and singing together. I have been enjoying playing and singing a lot more over the past few years, and didn't have any confidence in the past to try - so it really is fun to improve! I want to improve my rhythm guitar and singing over the next year :) it is always nice to set goals!
For those of you who were wanting guitar solos from me this week, don't worry, there are plenty more to come! I am actually writing a solo at the moment as I am in a 'shred collab' coming soon in the next months!
I sure hope you all enjoy this! I am always open to adivce!:)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/oryenhtq
Hello everyone :)
I sure hope you are all having a brilliant weekend!
Here is another acoustic rendition! I have played a few songs by 'The Darkness' recently - but they were all full guitar covers. For those of you who are not sure, The Darkness are a rock band from the UK and exploded onto the scene in 2003 when they released their album Permission To Land. You will all have (probably) heard this band at some stage! They are an awesome rock band, and even though they have a slight comedic nature, they are definitely taken seriously and provide us with some of the greatest live rock performances! I sure am a big fan!
This song is one of the only ones I can attempt to sing ;) as the lead singer, Justin Hawkins, has a very unique voice and an incredible range! Wow, he sure can hit some high notes. It is incredible to hear live!
So just me and the guitar for today :) playing and singing is something I want to improve on - for me, I mostly enjoy the 'lead' guitar parts as I was never a confident singer, and my guitar idols were all playing amazing solos! I sure do love playing solos, as many of you know! Don't worry... lots more to come in the future!:) I am trying to build up my singing confidence and skill, so I guess all I can do is to continue practicing!
I hope you enjoy this cover, and check out The Darkness if you want some fun rock!
Also, if anyone is interested, I also post frequently onto my YouTube and Instagram, I will leave the links below if you want to check them out! :)
https://www.youtube.com/c/CHOEYGSleepDeprivedShred/featured
https://www.instagram.com/choey_g_music/
Also - if linking my other profiles is not really appropriate, please let me know and I won't do this in the future :)
Peace and love! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/cszjckbo
Hello and welcome to my entry to Hive Open Mic 135!
Fight Oppression
There is a lot going on in the world right now, and many places are still suffering from unneccessary forms of control. In my opinion, parts of the world need to wake up to modern life and we ALL need to start loving more. People are great, most of us anyway. Generally, humans are amazing - there just tends to be the select few that push tyranical and unjust laws upon their people. Or some older fundamentalists...
A positive note
We can make a change - we can't stand back and wait for laws to be changed or the powers to step down, we can begin the better future, one step at a time :) it's by loving each other! Which is something I know we all do! Being a good, loving and caring person is very contagious and it attracts positive energy!
Avenged Sevenfold - So Far Away
I chose this song as it is a message to afar. It is more of a love song, but it can be interpreted in many ways - for me, it boosts me up with the deep emotion. I can release negative or emotional energy and feel a sense of fulfilment when I hear this song!:) I sure hope you all do to!
I am still working on my singing, so if any singers would like to give me any tips that would be awesome! I always welcome constructive feedback!:) I will continue to practice and improve - it is so much fun and I sure do enjoy it! I have a few goals for next year of playing some live shows, so I really have to work on my singing for that!:)
Peace and love to you all!
PS - I do have a video of my playing the guitar solo to this song, I will post it below if anyone was interested OR was expecting a guitar solo from me :)
Also, if anyone is wondering what I am doing whilst playing, it is scrolling through the lyrics! I have never been great at remembering lyrics :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/anpgrwhx
Hive Music Festival, WEEK 4 - here we are! A month of HMF already, wow!:)
So many great entries have come over the past month, and we are all cementing our leagacies, together, right here! You know, I still have a dream and truly believe that in the future (next 2-3 years) HIVE MUSIC FESTIVAL will be LIVE! I have a feeling, that we will all be in a position one day soon to run a live music festival and we will all meet up and play live! Wouldn't that be so cool?! Who's with me!?
THE BLUES
For this week, I wanted to play some blues! So here we have some groovy blues for everyone! It takes a little while to get into it, and I do get a little crazy and crank it right up towards the end!
Why Blues?
For me, the blues is a story. I grew up listening to the greats in the world of blues, ranging from BB King to Gary Moore. In fact, Gary Moore is my all time favourite guitarist! RIP to both of these legends. However, they live on through their music!
BB King definitely told a story through his playing, and his guitar (Lucielle) absolutely sang to us! I would recommend listening to his track called 'Lucielle' where he tells a story about his guitar.
Gary Moore just played with emotion like nothing I have ever heard, still to this day! He really made his guitar wail! It is so amazing! If you haven't heard of Gary Moore before, listen to 'Still Got The Blues' and make sure it is the live version! You will FEEL it!
Music is very emotional for me, and blues often tends to be about some kind of pain due to it's origins - for that reason I do feel I can portray how I am feeling when playing the blues, and I am always left feeling happy and refreshed after a great blues session :)
Thank you all for checking out my video! I sure hope you enjoy :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/igtpylhm
Hive Music Festival Week 3, Round 3! Here we are!
What a great past few weeks this has been already. So cool to see the music community alive and thriving, and I want to thank you all for allowing me to continue to share and upload my guitar videos!
This week I am playing another guitar solo. For those of you who know me, I am a lead guitarist and mostly play guitar solo covers. I do have a lot of my own songs (I actually have my own album!) and I occasionally sing and play the acoustic guitar. However, I prefer to play guitar solos. My preffered style is blues rock, however I like to challenge myself by putting on other tracks and seeing how I go! I guess in some ways I am performing a 'freestyle' as I am mostly improvising my solos. I always play over the tracks and it gives me a feel, but no 2 solos are the same, I have never been one to 'write' solos but 'feel' them instead. Still, I must say that I have a lot of work to do, I really want to take my guitar playing and music to the next level so I need to get a bit more time to practice and learn more :) some styles I find very difficult to play! I used to play a lot of Metal, but not so much anymore.
Note - make sure you stay until 3:10! I had to get something out of my system... it was begging for me to do it the whole time! ;) ...can't resist the shred! ;)
If anyone would like to listen to my music (for free) it is all on my YouTube channel - here is a link to the playlist for anyone who is interested :) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1BusNcDPHV3N3NcRidBEdbeDu
My 'musician' name is CHOEY G. I have been 'sunsethunter' on HIVE for a while now, so I am keeping that name, but I might adopt it to sunsethunter // CHOEY G pretty soon :)
When I am playing guitar solos it is often easy for me to get carried away, so I try to treat it like a question and answer. Give some time to pause, reflect, and respond. Otherwise things can get out of control ;)
I sure hope you all enjoy my playing in this video! It is a Funky Groove GUITAR SOLO!
Peace and love to you all! I am grateful to be a part of another Hive Music Festival :) I look forward to checking out your videos!
PS - still have covid... slowly recovering now :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/djlqwxhg
Hello HIVE OPEN MIC 134, and welcome to my latest guitar solo!:)
First of all, a big thankyou to the wonderful @yetxuni for selecting this awesome topic of 'forgiveness'! She is an amazing musician and an incredible singer! I'm sure you all already know her, but go ahead and check out her videos!:)
Also, I just thought I would add that I am recovering from covid, so that is why I might look a little rough, and seem a little distant in the initial introduction! I'm much better now, and in a few days will be 100% :)
This weeks theme is a deep and meaningful one to me. Forgiveness is something that we have all experienced at some time during our lives, and it may be upon both ends - recieving or giving. Sometimes it is hard to forgive, sometimes there could be something unforgivable. Actually, I have had something in the past which was unforgivable (involving a past relationship) and there was no way I could forgive someone for this... however, it was eating me inside. The fact that I did not forgive meant that I could not let go of the dark situation. Eventually, I got to a stage where I could wish the person well, and detatch from everything. In some ways it was forgivness to myself and allowing me to move onwards in life, which I did :)
On the other side, we can be very grateful to be forgiven in times where we have made mistakes, and we all have! It is a great feeling and a learning process for both parties.
I chose to do a melodic solo for this week as I feel that I can let me emotions out, the first slower sections are struggling with overcoming a situation or experience, and the faster, louded sections are being set free and recovering from anything in the past that was holding you down!
I sure hope you all enjoy this solo of mine! I will be checking out everyone's videos now!
Peace and love!
PS - Now I have just thought I should have done Metallica - The Unforgiven for this week haha! Maybe another time :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/gismqvyi
Hello everyone!
I will start off with saying, yes, I know Halloween isn't for another 5 days... but... it is a special time of the year for me as it is my birthday! So I will be going away for 5 days and won't have my laptop or phone etc, so this is the last contact I will have for some time!
I always have loved Halloween (for the reasons above) and I am also a big fan of horror movies :)
For this weeks theme 'Opportunity' I am feeling grateful to have THIS opportunity to share my music with everyone, and for you all to share it with me! Sometimes I sit back and think, wow, what a great platform, how far it has come and also how HUGE it can be in the VERY near future! I think some big things are coming soon, I can feel it :) it is so incredible already!
So, I thank you for giving me the opportunity to share my love and passion with all of you. This (playing guitar) truly is my passion and love. It is all I want to do :) well, I do do many other things too, but you know what I mean haha!
How about you? Do you love Halloween? Horror movies? This isn't exactly a horror theme but it is a little creepy in some ways! Enjoy!
Also, I wanted to share a link to my YouTube channel. I also post videos there (here first!) but was wondering if anyone else does the same? If you do, drop a comment and a sub and I will return the favour! :) here to support you all just like you all support me!
Peace and Love!
I will be back on Wednesday next week so I will respond then! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/undwxqvw
HIVE MUISC FESTIVAL - WEEK 2, ROUND 2!
Hello everyone!
This week I am playing a FULL GUITAR COVER from one of my all time favourite bands, THE DARKNESS!
Earlier this week I posted a video sharing my love and appreciation for this very band, as they really means a lot to me. I was lucky enough to see them live last weekend, and it really was such a memorable gig. They truly gave it 110%! It was probably quite a small venue for The Darkness, as they have played massive festivals and stadiums in the past, but this was a 'smaller' venue of about 800 people. It was SO awesome!
I have chosen to play this song for a number of reasons:
- It is awesome
- Had great guitar solos and riffs
- It is The Darkness' most well known song! So you can sing along! :D
By the way... I don't know if I should attempt a vocal cover of this song haha. Maybe I will if you all want to have a good laugh! :)
I recorded this solo through my laptop, using ProTools First (free version) and I have a guitar pedal plugged in which emulates various sounds. The Darkness have the classic rock sound down to a tee - a Gibson Les Paul and Marshall amps. Amazing! They sure do have their own tone and I guess I am starting to form my own tone too :)
Well, I sure hope you all enjoy this! If you like guitar solos then you are in for a treat as there are 4 of them!
This is a great initiative and I'm excited to be posting to this Hive Music Festival! Can't wait to see all of your videos!
P.S - I am away from Friday-Tuesday so I might take a while to reply :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ijfzmccm
Good day to you one and all, it is I SUNSETHUNTER (yes, I stole this from Justin Hawkins Ride's Again!)
To begin, my 'artist' name is 'CHOEY G' which is what I use to release songs, I will drop a link at the end if anyone is interested in having a listen :)
This video is about showing my love and admiration for the English Rock band, The Darkness. I went to see them live on 22/10/22
THE DARKNESS
I will start with an overview about this band. The Darkness are a british rock band, from Suffolk, England. They released their debut album 'Permission To Land' in 2003 and absolutely exploded with their hit single 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love'. If you don't know this band, I'm sure that you would have heard that song! They manage to mix a slightly comedic factor in with playing seriously good rock songs. The lead singer, Justin Hawkins, has an absolutely amazing voice, and live it was even better than on the recordings! That is what impressed me the most, is just how powerful and perfect his vocals are.
I've been playing guitar for almost 20 years now, since around 2004, and The Darkness have been one of those bands that I've always listened to. They are so good (in my opinion). This was one of those gigs that I have come away from with a newfound love and inspiration for music, and really realise that I know what I want to do with the rest of my life, and that is to ROCK! I will start to do some more covers from The Darkness and learn what I can from this awesome band. Well, guitar covers that is, I don't quite have the vocal range! ;) however, I did try to emulate Justin's voice in my post (3 posts ago) where I played 'Love Is Only A Feeling'. Here are the links to the solos and acoustic cover:
https://hive.blog/hive-105786/@sunsethunter/ymiiqnwl
https://hive.blog/hive-193816/@sunsethunter/nddpujfl
My own original music
I thought I would give a link to my own songs here, if anyone wants to listen I have them all up for free on my YouTube channel. If you have any music you'd like to share or a channel you'd like me to support, just let me know and we can help each other! :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/nwcqomdv
Hello everyone! Hive MUSIC FESTIVAL here we are! Week 1, round 1! I am looking forwards to this new event!:)
First of all, thank you @eugelys for introducing me to this! :)
For my first entry, I wanted to come in hot with a guitar solo, as this is something I haven't done in a while! I have been focused on making longer full videos with lots of editing, which is great fun, but I also want to just play guitar solos haha, it is what I love!
This is getting us all ready for Halloween in a week! I love this time of year (as it is my birthday haha!) but I also love the horror theme and pumkins etc - do you celebrate halloween? Do you have any horror films that you reccomend for me?:)
Anyway, back to the music! So this is in Bminor and I play along the same style as the piano in the verse and then try to open up a little more in the chorus! I usually just let myself flow and go!:)
This is played on my LTD SN200, which I have juiced up with some Seymour Duncan pickups. I record into ProTools First (free version) and it is great for what I need. I am looking to invest a little more in my setup one day, when I can afford it. I would like to have a better DAW and camera etc. But, for now, I think this gives off a cool visual! I have the 'wide' setting which gives off that old school skater feel (in my opinion!)
Either way, this was great fun and I am happy to be a part of the very first Hive Music Festival! I look forwards to watching all of your videos!
Oh yes, if anyone likes Rock music, I do write all of my own music and have released an album :) if you are interested in having a listen then let me know and I will direct you to my songs on my YouTube! It's free!:)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/lxozijkt
Hello everyone! Hive Open Mic 132 here we are! :) time is moving quickly, so it is great to have another entry in amongst all of your brilliant videos!:)
This week I am playing blink-182's new song, EDGING! They are back together! Tom Delonge is back in the band and they are set to have a world tour soon. It is crazy cool how a punk rock band can give the world such a nostalgic feeling. They've been going strong for over 20 years now, and I sure am looking forward to their new album and songs!:)
My own music is heavily inspired my blink-182. I definitely add my own style and guitar solos!
For this cover I played over a backing track but recorded all of the guitar parts and also all of the vocal parts! It was good fun, and did take a while to edit as I have quite a lot going on right now. So just the one video for the week, but I sure hope you all enjoy it :) I did put quite a bit of effort into the editing haha so I hope you are entertained at least :D
This weeks theme of Woman Life Freedom is a very powerful topic. This song doesn't directly link to the theme, apart from showing ability to stand up with our own power and for everyone else. I have many Iranian friends and they are going to weekly protests here in New Zealand, and it appears this is happening all over the world. I sure hope that some change can come from this, and that there is a better future ahead for all, especially the woman who are being mistreated and seen as lower class. It blows my mind to think that this type of treatment is still going on in parts of the world... it is very sad. Heartbreaking! Now, with us helping spread the message we can help the movement and contribute to the powerful message!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ijlgqpbv
Kia Ora HIVE! (Kia ora is a greeting in Maori and how New Zealanders say hello!)
Well, here we are again everyone, another week of open mic! How awesome!
Firstly, I will stary by saying... THEY'RE GONA COME! Blink-182 are back together and have released a new song, and have announced a world tour! They are coming everyone, New Zealand included. I know lots of you live in South America - they will be there too! Now we just have the issue of ticket prices haha, I haven't seen this yet....
Also - if you want to have a laugh and enjoy 'break dancing' then you might enjoy the second verse ;)
For this week of 'National Pride' I wanted to say that I feel this means personal pride or staying true to ourselves - or this is what it means to me anyway :) for that reason I went all out on this cover and recorded every part (3 guitar tracks and 3 vocal tracks) and then spent the rest of the week editing the video together. My laptop is running quite slow these days so the editing takes a long time! I think next year I will begin to re-evaluate all of my guitar videos and seeing what changes I can make.
So, national pride, or homeland pride - I guess, home is where the heart is, right? That is playing music for me and thinking back to the good times of listening to tunes and playing guitar all day, and reliving those moments everyday whilst creating new ones! Daily memories! :)
Before I close up this text and post.. do we have any Blinl-182 fans here? Any 2000s era pop-punk fans? You all know I am! Of course I love rock, blues and metal too, but something about that 90s and 2000s pop punk that was just such a vibe!
I hope you are all having a blessed week my friends.
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/nddpujfl
Hello music fam!:)
Here is a follow up from my last post, where I played all of the guitar solos to this awesome song! Playing the solos to songs is definitely my comfort zone, so I thought why not jump outta that and try to have a jam over this song. Now, my vocal range isn't broad at it's best, but I thought I would give it a go. It makes me appreciate just how talented Justin Hawkins is. I think he is one of the best (if not the best) rock singer alive right now. I'd say he is in the argument for best rock singer ever. For those of you who love The Darkness, I'm sure you'd agree!
Anyway, I hope you enjoy my attempt at this song! If not, I hope you had a laugh! :D either way, it was fun and that is what music is about.
I sure hope you all have a brilliant start to the week. Let's all rise up together and be the change we want to see - keep the positive energy flowing everyone! Keep on rocking!!!!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ymiiqnwl
Creativity & Freestyle!
What an awesome topic @onos-f :) this one is one I can vibe with so much! I decided to play a classic rock tune from the early 2000s - that 'new band' on the block is now a 'legendary' rock back! They are, THE DARKNESS! I'm sure you all know their song I Believe In A Thing Called Love! I would do a full vocal cover of this song too, but I'm not quite sure if I have the range haha!! What do you all think, should I give it a go? We can all have a laugh :P
The Darkness are fronted by Justin Hawkins. He is an amazing musician, and has a really cool YouTube channel too where he talks about music and bands. He is a very intelligent guy and an amazing guitarist! His brother, Dan, is the other guitarist in the band. I've been listening to The Darkness since 2003 when the hit album Permission To Land was released (wow, 2003?!) and loved it from day one. Things sure have changed since then.... a lot has in the world of music anyway!
Music is all about creativity & freestyle! Usually, I 'freestyle' a guitar solo over a rock or blues backing track , here, yes I did learn the solo, but I put my own spin on it and I wanted to stand up and rock it out!
Don't miss the final solos from 1 minute onwards! They get better as it goes! I hope you all enjoy this :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ykrwsguj
HIVE OPEN MIC 129! HERE WE GO!
Firstly, I have just realized that I forgot to introduce this open mic video! My apologies! So, here is what I would have said:
"Hey whats going on HIVE, Sunsethunter here! Here is my entry to Hive Open Mic 129, Trust. This is my own original song 'into the unknown' and I am playing it live for the first time! Enjoy! Here we go"
Something like that :)
This is the first time I have played this song live, so it is a little rusty... my vocals need to improve a little! I get warmed up after the first verse. I think I try to focus on singing and playing guitar rather than seeing it all as one. If I don't play guitar I can hit the notes fine and vice versa. Well, I enjoy it and that is what counts!:) I hope you do too!:)
This is track4 off of my debut album 'TIME?' that I released back in July!
Don't miss the outro GUITAR SOLO! It is my own one that I wrote for the song - do you like it? I like hearing back on my own solos on this album :) I will like to the actual song on my YT in the comments below, so if anyone would like to check it out they can!
Trust - for me, this is what life is about. Friends, partners, family, and most importantly - YOU! You must be trustworthy and others will follow. I feel that I can sense a liar... I've been around a few! Maybe I can tell that story one day. I was fooled! Anyway.... that is for another time. Trust is the key factor in being a good person. Give and recieve! :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vpdlxgts
Hello wonderful people!
Today I am sharing something a little different.
Here is a quick video from an awesome weekend. I had the whole place to myself! I could have stayed here for hours just watching the water flow by. Doesn't get much better than this. Loved every minute :)
This is in the Tongariro National Park in New Zealand, which is one of the most well known parks here, and it is absolutely beautiful! It is a volcanic reigon and has many volcanoes! If you check out my previous post, you'll see me skiing - on the volcano! Mt Ruapehu rises up to 2,800m. There is also Mt Ngauruhoe, which is Mt Doom from Lord of the Rings!
This is a short 15-20minute loop track and you can take the route along the River which is so awesome! It is called the Whakapapa Nature Walk. Fresh water from Mt Ruapehu! Flowing down the silica planes :) just amazing. Want to go back and stay! There are so many awesome walks to do here! Love this place very much. Lucky to call it my home and is a 3 hour drive from my house.
After the initial footage on my GoPro, of course I had to put my own track over this, and it comes in right on que ;) the track is called Rivers and it is officially the first track I have released, back on Jan 1st 2022.
If you want to hear more of my music, just search for 'CHOEY G' and you'll find me!:)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qkodwnup
Happy Sunday everyone!:)
This video was made as a thank you for myself hitting a certain milestone on YouTube - 300 Subscribers! I know that some of you are subbed to my channel, and for that I say a massive THANK YOU! :)
Of course, hive is a major musical focus for me, but to really try and grow as a musician and be exposed to the largest audiences, I try to post over a few platforms. These are; Hive, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. I tried out some others over time, but those 4 seem to be the best. Mostly hive though!
I know I have titled this video '300 SUB SHRED' and I am not neccesarily 'shredding' but still, I'm having fun! Even more so that my arm has healed and I can play guitar again! So not only does this video represent a milestone of subscribers, it is also a celebration of health! :)
I hope you enjoy my playing, it is always from the heart!:)
My channel:
I thought I would link my YouTube here too, and I don't like to ask people to subscribe, however, if you want to then that would be awesome! I also support other artists as much as possible. So I guess I will ask - do you have a YouTube that you post to and would like some support? Link me below! :)
Peace and love to you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/wqdvovpx
Hive Open Mic 128! Another awesome week has passed, and another set of great videos!
Last week I accidently posted my Open Mic video into the wrong channel :/ which sucked! But it is ok, it wont happen again haha! Silly me :)
This week I (attempt!) to play an Oasis song - Don't look back in anger! I'm sure many of you know this song. Oasis are a HUGE indie rock band from Manchester, England. They aren't making music together anymore but there was a time when they were (arguably) the biggest band in the world. I've never been a huge fan of Oasis, but recently I seem to be more interested in their music. They're actually a very talented bunch and have written some amazing songs. Classics!
So, the 'funny moment' I have mentioned! When the chorus comes in you will know what I mean hahaha! I decided to leave it in as I thought it was really funny, it was making me laugh for the rest of the song and you know what nothing is perfect (when I play anyway!) and it is also fun to show that side of us. I guess to not be ashamed by mishaps and embrace them is my point :) it happens! In terms of my singing, it is something I have been doing more of over the last year, but really just this year. I'm enjoying it and that is what counts.
Here is a little update on my arm injury - I am better, well almost better and able to play guitar solos again! In fact, for those of you who wait until the end of this video, you will hear that I end with a guitar solo! :) which is awesome for me! I will get back to some more recording soon and have a load of new guitar solo videos for everyone! :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/bnazfgsj
Hey everyone!
I wanted to share this video of an absolutely beautiful day up the mountain! It truly was a gorgeous day, and it has been one of the only blue sky days this season! The weather has been terrible all season, so much rain and hardly any snow - but I got lucky! A wonderful Spring day in New Zealand!
This is in the Tongariro National Park. Any Lord of the Rings fans? Well, you see that first volcano at the start of the video? That is Mt Doom! This is actually a volcanic reigon, so I am skiing on a volcano!
It was a brilliant day :) I then went and had a nature walk. I have hurt my back quite badly, but the day trip was worth it! I am lucky to only like a 3hour drive from this majestic place! Very grateful and it sure is a wonderful part of the world.
Have you been skiing before? Or prefer snow boarding? If not - is it something you would like to try?
Also, the music is my own original music! This song is called 'Never Look Back' and it is the first track off of my debut album 'TIME?' - Let me know if you want to hear more, I will link you! Or, you can search for 'CHOEY G' and you will find my stuff! :)
I hope you enjoy the video and music! :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fihipzlx
Hello everyone! First of all, I sure hope you have had a brilliant weekend and are having an awesome start to the new week! It sure is going to be a great one ahead! :)
So, here is my Original song 'Rivers'! This is the first time I have played this 'live' and recorded it. It is a motivational song about not wasting time and making the best of what we have. The first verse is a message to myself (yourself) reflecting on those times in the past where you just couldn't get up and going, and being lazy I guess! Talking to myself here haha. The second verse is a future version of myself (yourself) talking to yourself (does this make sense?) tell yourself how to better yourself haha!!! I just realised that this sounds funny so I left it in! Bascially, it is an empowering song to let you know that you can do anything and to enjoy the moment, and get after something that is meaningful to yourself!
The chorus is aimed at a sing along section, and I was actually sent a brilliant video of lots of my friends playing this song at a wedding party, and everyone was singing it and jumping along! It was so cool to see, and actually quite emotional! I loved seeing that :)
Here is the cover art from when I released this song :)
My full album is out now, it was released on the 9th July, so it's been about 10 weeks now! Rather than just linking you to the album I will leave that for the comments :) if you would like to listen, let me know and I will link! It is free on my YouTube :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/cqhbxbpf
HIVE OPEN MIC 127!
This week I am playing a legendary song from the early 2000s! Let me know if you know this song? The cahnces are, if you know it, you love it! I sure do!
Puddle of Mudd were awesome, I loved their album 'Come Clean' in 2001. Blurry and 'She Hates Me' are by far their biggest hits! You've all heard that song, She Hates Me, right? It is a classic! So many INCREDIBLE songs from the early 2000s! Why was that? Is it because it is my era, so I warm to these songs a lot more... it could be! Still, it was an amazing time for rock, metal and pop punk! Bands ruled the world! It is interesting as bands are not quite as 'huge' as they used to be. Pop music was always huge, as was rock, but it doesn't seem to have the presence it used to. That is my goal - to bring back ROCK!!! Who's with me?!
I must admit, I am not sure what 'Tevazu' means - could someone please enlighten me? I did do a few searches and was met with several different definitions :)
A few off notes on my vocals here, but hey, it was good fun! That is what music is about!:) I decided to bring the chorus down and have it as the chill section. Nothing to do with me not being able to hit those higher notes ;)
I will give a quick update on my arm - I am almost healed :) playing guitar doesn't hurt anymore! You know what that means? GUITAR SOLOS are coming back! Lots of them, and BIG ones! Any suggestions?
Over the next few days I will upload a live version of my song 'Rivers' and yes, it has a solo!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vrscpfdv
I know a few of you know this song? Right?!
If you enjoyed the early 2000s pop punk and rock movement then you will know this one! Fall out boy we're such a great band! I went through a phase of really loving them. Wasn't too keen on their more recent stuff but they did, but I loved their early punk rock / pop punk stuff! I was lucky enough to see them live at 'Reading Festival' which is/was a legendary festival in England. It would be in the summer and split between Reading (near London, south England) and Leeds (Northern England). It was such a cool experience! The last time I went was around 2010, but the main years for me were 2006-2008. It was so cool! Back then, hardly anyone had phones - or if they did you couldn't record! So people would hold lighters up in the air! Do you remember those days? Now, a convert is full of phones recording haha! Crowds at Reading festival used to be absolutely WILD! It was crazy! Insane mosh pits and parties going on for days haha!
I swear this was my favourite song for a bit haha! As I can't really play my usual guitar stuff at the moment, I think I am going to re-record this as an acoustic version ad see how it turns out :) I will layer up the acoustic guitar and the vocals too!
I would say these early 2000s pop punk bands really influenced my own music style, but mixed in with a bit of rock as I sure do love a good solo haha! Fall out boy, Blink 182 meets Guns N Roses ;) I guess that could be a way to explain my original songs!
I hope you enjoy the ending ;)
Everyone - have an awesome week, make the most of your day, smile, breathe, think some somthing positive and keep on being awesome!
I shall explore some of your videos shortly! Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/gyikhbua
HIVE OPEN MIC here we are again!
I just about made it here... but I trusted in the process and worked around my injury to join in! I had to, and of course I wanted to. I love being part of these open mics. They're amazing!
This weeks topic gave me inspiration to cover this song for 2 reasons. Firstly, I currently have an arm injury and it is very frustrating - I can't play guitar solos! The injury is getting very bad, but lucky all week I have been doing rehab and I was able to pick up the guitar today :) if you stay until the end of the video you might see a reaction to how my arm held up haha!
Second meaning is that this song is about parents breaking up. Now, I went through this about 15 years ago now, and of course it is not a fun experience! However, everything happens for a reason, we might not always see the light but good will always overcome evil - we will all rise up! :) if anyone else has been through some dark times and then seen the light, you know what I mean. If anyone is struggling, reach out I'm here for you. I know! You will get through it and things WILL get better!
I guess this also releate to us all on a personal level, we can do it, whatever it is - it is possible :)
Peace and love to you all! I will be checking out your videos tonight :) x
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fuonjisp
Hello everyone, and welcome to a new week! First of all - this week is going to be AWESOME! It's Monday, so get ready for a great week ahead!
Here is Episode 4 of my mini-series. This is a documentation of my musical journey!
My debut album 'TIME?' has been out for 2 months now, and my goal is to achieve 100,000 unique streams by the end of this year :) I am currently at around 6,000 - so I have a long way to go but I will make it! :)
Now, I know music isn't all about the numbers, but for me this is a goal that I want to reach!
So, first off - Here's my everything link https://linktr.ee/Joeyg4658 where you can stream 'TIME?' and also check out my merch!
'TIME?' is also streaming on my YouTube channel as a full playlist! Check it out:)
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1BusNcDPHV3N3NcRidBEdbeDu
In this Episode of my mini series 'The Road To 100,000 Streams' I highlight my marketing journey. This sure can feel like a long and lonesome road, especially as a solo artist. Nevertheless, I endured and am sitting closer to my goal. Slightly closer... but progress is finally being made!
I break marketing down into the two obvious categories - Free and Paid. I highlight what worked and what didn't. I also highlight that (in my limited experience) getting onto playlists is a must - be it paid or free. I diverted my energy away from paid facebook traffic ad campaigns as I was not having any success (yes, I followed ALL of the steps) but lo and behold progress was made from an unlikely interaction. The progress was looking bleak, and that turned to steep, overnight! Definitely happy, and we are on our way to SMASHING THIS GOAL!
Enjoy! Timestamps are below:
00:00 Intro
00:21 Overview
00:51 Organic (FREE!) methods
02:50 PAID methods
07:34 Recap
07:46 Ep5 MONEY
08:16 PICK FLICK KO
Also, if anyone would like to sub to my YouTube channel, here is the link!
https://www.youtube.com/c/CHOEYGSleepDeprivedShred/featured
I sure do appreciate the extra support - however, I know the support here on hive in the music communtiy is absolutely amazing! The best I have experienced! Very grateful for everyone :) ... so, a big thank you to YOU! :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/kjdzxlgx
HIVE OPEN MIC 125, I made it! Just about...
I will start with the awesome title 'You Are Able' which pushed me to get my entry done today!
For those of you who know me and my videos, they are usually Guitar Solos! However, my left arm is very damaged, so I needed to work around this. I've been wanting to cover this song for a while now, and no time was better than now!
This is a fun pop-punk tune by the one and only Blink 182! The (ex) member Tom Delonge is a huge UFO enthusiast and it shows in this song! I think it is awesome!
It is fun to play and fairly simple, a range of power chords! This is the first time I have recorded like this, so it was fun to try something new! I will be going back to this setup in the future :) I hope you all liked this new angle and delivery!
Going back to the song - it is about Aliens existing! Do you believe? Anyone had a UFO experience or alien encounter? Would love to hear if you have! I'm a fan of the mysterious :)
What a great topic this week, it managed to get me up and playing, I am so glad I have this song! I do need to work on my singing a little bit before I start live, I think I was trying to 'push' my voice a little here just to replecate Tom's voice :) either way, having fun and developing is what it is all about!
Remember - YOU ARE ABLE! Do things whilst you can, love and enjoy each moment, smile, be happy, explore, do whatever makes you happy! This is also a reminder to myself as things can get challenging, as they do! Work, life, things... it can pile up - but getting outside and smiling is what it is all about :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/hplxxudj
Here is my mid week jam! This week I have a Dreamy Rock Ballad!
I love playing guitar solos over this style of track! I tried something a little different here - I bascially had a quick listen to the track and then just threw it on and felt it! I just went with the flow and enjoyed what ever happens!
I guess I can call this Guitar Freestyling or, improvising ;) haha
Something not so good is my arm injury :( it is tendonitis or something similar. You will see at around 3:20 I start having troubles and then at the end I have to cut it short.
Some of my tapping is also a little off here haha - I'm no Van Halen! RIP Eddie!
Anyways, I hope you are all having a great week! If anyone has some experience with tendonitis or how to heal it then I would appreciate some advice! I tried to rest in the past, but couldn't keep myself away from the guitar for more than a few days! That did not help... but I then went about 3-4 weeks of no playing at all and then back into some real light playing. To be honest, it hasn't healed :/
Well, it will soon! I will keep positive!
Peace and love to you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/cwijvjsq
Hive Open Mic 124! Here we are! MOONSHINE!
What a great theme! Moonshine! I loved the artwork too! This gives me old school rock vibes! So, for that reason I have chosen to play 'Slither' by Velvet Revolver!
Some of you might know, but Velvet Revolver were a super group formed of members from Guns N Roses and Stone Temple Pilots. Firstly, RIP to the vocalist Scott Weiland how passed away several years ago now. Duff Mckagan is on Bass and the legend Slash on lead guitar!
I loved this self titled album from Velvet Revolver. It gave me a feel of what a follow up Guns N Roses album could have sounded like after use your illusion 2. However, VR formed about 10+ years after GNR disbanded. Slash was doing other projects such as Slashs SnakePit and Duff was also doing other projects such as loaded.
This week - I deceided to go all in! I played through the whole song! Usually I am just playing the guitar solo... and don't worry, **there is a HUGE solo in this song!!!
Forward to about 2:50 if you cant wait!** I use wah just like Slash does.
I'm stretching my arms out before the solo as I do have an injury that is really effecting my guitar playing/practice... I'm not going to lie, I was in a lot of pain here! Have to stop playing for the rest of the day now...
I sure hope you enjoy this!
Maybe next time I will stand up and give a proper performance ;)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/derdoiqe
Hello everyone!
So here is a preview of what I will have coming up very soon! First of all, this is my original song 'Rivers'
If you want to hear the original studio version, *here it is! *
Here I am jamming to my backing track - the backing track has my main vocal removed and the lead guitar parts. Seeing as I am a solo artist this is perfect.
What I have coming soon is full playthroughs of my songs - yes, with electric guitar and a microphone! I need to start practicing them as I want to play live!
I am finding it hard to put a band together so am just going to continue as a solo artist. Does anyone have any experience playing to backing tracks live? I am not really sure how it will work... but I'm sure there is a way! Maybe there is a pedal I can get to load my tracks into... back in the day we would burn our tracks onto a CD and give them to the sound guy, this was before mp3s were around ;)
Anyway, I hope you enjoy this jam! Not perfect, but I do end with an improv outro solo! :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tpgaijdj
Hello everyone!
Following on from my previous post, here is an acoustic version of myself covering Sweet Child O Mine!
My last post was myself playing the solo to this song (one of the best solos ever!) - just head to my profile if you want to see that :)
I tried to give this song a go and kind of winged it a litte bit - well, I should really say I just tried to groove it! I was playing around with some rhythm styles and felt this choppy style worked a little better than just single or open strumming. I could have put on a backing track and sang along but just wanted this raw style, and really it is more of a practice session too in a way. My rhythm playing isn't the best and neither is my singing but these are two aspects of my musical journey that I am looking for improve on! I hope to look back at these performances in a year and see some improvements!
Anyway, I hope you enjoy! Now I pretty much have the whole song done, solo and singing!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/grgoupqy
Hello everyone! We are BACK with another Hive Open Mic!
First of all... as you've seen from my introduction, I have been pretty sick this week! I have the flu, but it's all good I can still play guitar! Looking forward to this clearing up :)
Right, back to the music! This week it is another Guns N Roses cover from me :) now I know you ALL know this song! Arguably the most well known guitar solo? I would say this along with Stairway to Heaven and possibly Bohemian Rhapsody are the 3 most well known solos of all time? Anyway, it is a great one and Slash is a legend!
I hadn't played this song in a while but it came back to me pretty quicky! I used to play GNR songs all the time :) still love that band!
This weeks theme of 'A Better World For All' is a great, powerful and positive theme! It is the world we want to create, and the love that we all must share to all. First of all, something that we might struggle with is self love, so once we can look within and begin to be proud of who we are, we can then become more postive and grateful people and share the love to others :) in my opinion, the world is in a pretty strange place right now, BUT I know that 90% of the people here are great, amazing and loving people! Just the few at the top that mess with us all... they can go! My point is, we can make the change by realising our power :) so, I chose sweet child o mine simply as it is a song I love and it give me confidence to play - from the self confidence I feel that I can be a more caring and loving person to myself and everyone else :)
I hope you all enjoy rocking out to this one! Do you like the 'wah-wah' effect tht I put on my guitar for the second section? Just like Slash does haha! Well, almost like Slash does ;P
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/yobwkjdh
Hello everyone - I hope you are all having a rocking week so far. Mine sure has been rocking, but not in a good way... I've been rocked with the flu! This is a pretty bad one to be honest, can't recall the last time a flu hit me like this!
That being said, here I am, on the recovery (and still looking pretty green...) but couldn't stay away from my guitars any longer!
Here I am playing Civil War by Guns N Roses! You might recall that I uploaded a vocal cover of this song with my acoustic guitar a few days ago... I said solos are coming soon, I don't break a promise!
I use 'wah' on my guitar just like Slash does for these solos. This is actually an 'autowah' set to the tempo of the tune. It's the first time I've used an autowah, I would always prefer pedal. My energy is super low and just wanted to focus on the tune - close my eyes and go! Business as usual ;)
This song had a significant meaning today just as much as ever. I mean... the world is in a pretty strange place in some ways... there are conflicts and things are still shook from the crazy past few years. Now I'm not going to get into politics here but I will say that I think humanity still has a chance haha! Our love for each other will previal! Let the love and music flow!
I sure do love Guns N Roses, and Slash is one of my main influences! He's in my top 5 easy, probably top 2-3 to be honest! Can never rank guitarists haha, but Gary Moore is #1 for me :)
I sure hope you all enjoy this! Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vwjxsocw
Hello everyone and happy Monday! Hope you all have a brilliant start to the week!
So here is one for you all! Civil War! I personally LOVE this song! It hits hard, love the message and to be honest I think it is just as relevant today. Guns N Roses are one of my favourite bands, I still love them just as much as ever.
Guns N Roses are playing here in Auckland in December, I want to get tickets but they're like $200 each... so don't think I can afford it :/ oh well :)
This cover is a little loose, I'm just jamming through it really and enjoying it! I have to sing it lower as don't have the range of Axl Rose! That would be amazing haha!
Tomorrow, I will post the GUITAR SOLOS of this song! That is much more familiar for me, and probably something you will all enjoy too!
Still working on my singing and will be uploading lots of vocal covers and originals!
Well, stay tuned - solos are on the way!
Peace and love :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/wcazqwjn
Happy Friday everyone! I hope your week has been great and that you have an awesome weekend ahead of you!
Here's an acoustic cover of another classic. Well, a classic in the era of 90s pop punk - a movement that will forever be engraved in time! So many great bands of this time - Green Day, Blink 182, Offspring, Sum41... and so many more!
Did you ever listen to pop punk? What bands are you into? If you like pop punk/rock music, I have an album to reccomend to you ;) yes... it is my own album! I am heavily influenced from this era! Let me know if you want to listen and I will link you to my YouTube :)
I also love blues music, and loads of rock music. Today I was listening to The Darkness. I would love to cover a tune from The Darkness but I sure can't sing that high haha! However, I will cover a guitar solo from them :) I will be seeing them live in October!
Well I shall leave this tune with you all and wish everyone a brilliant Friday. I'm signing out now and it's late here in NZ - time to chill and relax!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/lwyvhaao
Hive Open Mic 122, here we are!
Firstly, I would just like to say that I am honoured to have been selected to choose this weeks theme! I chose this theme as, to me, music is so emotional. Whatever mood I am in, music is a major enhancer! I also love playing the blues, especiall Gary Moore songs, so for this week I play my favourite song! Parisienne Walkways!
Do you know this song? Well, here I am playing all 3 solos from this awesome tune! I really am feeling it here - true emotion! This song means a lot to me in many ways. It brings me back to a time 20 years ago when my Dad showed me this song for the first time and my life changed there and then!
If you want to hear some unbelieveable guitar playing, just search 'Gary Moore Parisienne Walkways Live' and you will hear the master at work! Sadly, he died over 10 years ago now - but he lives on through his fans!
Here is a little bit 'Moore' about me. I've been playing guitar for over 15 years, but I did have a long break in between where I would only pick it up for 10 mins a week for a quik strum. However, the past 3 years I have been fully back into it - the fire is lit! I feel like my calling has alway been to be a musician, but I strayed from the path. However, I am back on track! I have released my solo album in July! 9 tracks, and all me! If anyone wants to have a listen, just let me know! Or, search 'CHOEY G' and you will find my music. I'd also like to say a massive THANK YOU to those of you who have had a listen and given me some feedback! I appreciate it so much, and am also here to support and encourage you!
I have seen so many amazing open mic entries so far and I have been loving them all! I am getting tagged in so many videos this week haha which is so awesome! I love it! I am doing my best to watch them all and comment. Love these open mics so much!
Leave me a comment and I'll be sure to check yours out!
Again, I am so grateful to have featured on this weeks open mic and to have chosen the theme! Blessed! I love this platform and community. It feels like we can finally get some recognition for all of our hard work and share the love! It is great!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/srkzssas
Hello everyone!
I had this song in my head all day today so when I (finally) got home from work there was only one thing to do!
This is a song by 'Angels and Airwaves' (AVA) and the frontman is Tom Delonge, the singer from Blink 182. Some of you might know that the old school late 90s and early 2000s punk rock music is a major influence of mine!
I haven't been working on my singing too much recently, so the sound here is a little rusty haha - but one thing I love about music is seeing progression, and one thing I know I can really improve on is my singing! So it is super fun for me to play and sing and listen to to see where I can improve and then I will have a weekly log over the years for reflection!
I also have a slight forearm injury... so I have to be careful when playing guitar solos as it can get quite painful! It is tendonitis from an injury (guitar related) that I had a few years ago... it really sucked when I got this injury as I couldnt play guitar for like 10 weeks!
Anyways, I hope you enjoyed this cover of mine!
I will record and upload my entry to this weeks open mic very soon! I am grateful to have chosen this weeks theme 'Emotion'. I know exactly the song I am playing! :D
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/igldccri
Hive Open Mic 121, here we are again! I have seen some of your videos already and they are so awesome!
This week I am playing an Emotional Blues Ballad solo. I like to try and build up my guitar solos and try to restrict myself from going all out right away haha. So, make sure you listen until 2:15 where I start to open up!
I always play from the heart. Music is an emotive form of expression for myself. I try to 'feel' what I am playing. Now, this has been from the start, before I knew how to play guitar, I always felt like music deeply touched my soul, especially blues guitar solos! That is why I love playing them so much :)
Now, this weekly theme 'I love my family' is something I have been thinking about a lot recently, as it has been many years since I have seen any of my family members. So, I am quite emotional to be honest, as I miss them all very much! Anyway, I tried to let out my feelings in this guitar solo.
I hope you all enjoy this one! Also-- maybe I shouldn't wear a black shirt, makes me look like a floating head, kinda creepy hey ;)
Another awesome week of open mic entries! I will spend some time watching everyone's tomorrow morning (it is almost bedtime here for me in New Zealand - yes, I'm getting old and go to bed early on a Saturday night...)
One more thing... it is a dat of celebration for me today! Today marks the 1 month anniversairy since my debut album 'TIME?' was released! If any one would like to hear it, just let me know in the comments and I will link to you! There is 9 tracks, and something for everyone :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qcfspwbj
Happy Friday everyone!
Now, I know I should probably be posting a high energy guitar solo to get everyone excited about the weekend... but this blues solo sure does build up and hopes to deliver some full blown energy for you all to kick start a great weekend!
Here I'm jamming in G minor, using my LTD SN200 - it has a floyd rose (whammy bar) which I start using towards the end of the video! Something VERY uncommon in blues music (...rightly so haha!) but I just like to experiment and see where the flow takes me :)
Even though blues music is slow and mellow, it always brings the energy for me! Makes me feel alive! :) some of my favourite guitar solos are the slow blues ones from players like Gary Moore and Joe Bonamassa
Well, I shall leave this here and say I hope you all enjoy!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/lqerbyal
Hello wonderful people!
Today I was feeling like making a longer video... or maybe I just got carried away? In fact, it is definitely the latter! I got carried away whilst recording a solo and just continued on and on :) I ended this video around 5minutes, but it could have gone on for 10 minutes plus!
I usually try to make my guitar solo videos around 2minutes long - I think that is best for the listener/viewer? What do you think? Do you prefer longer videos like this, or shorter videos of around 2minutes?
For me, I can really get into the groove on longer videos like this one - so, if you watch through the whole video you might be able to see/feel that I am getting more into the vibe!
I sure do love playing soulful and passionate guitar solos! Blues is my thing! I looked up to great played such as Gary Moore and always wanted to be able to play like them :)
I sure hope you enjoyed this guitar solo of mine! I am just improvising and letting it tkae me to the places - my mind is totally clear during this (for the most part) that is why my eyes are closed the whole time! I wonder if I am in deep meditative state sometimes haha. I probably am :)
I will have a little surprise coming up (hopefully this weekend) with one of my videos :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ozdtxsor
Hello everyone!
Here is track 1 from my debut album 'TIME?'
The song is called 'Never Look Back' and it has some deep meaning to myself! It is a song that it about taking chances in life and trying our best to move forwards whilst we still can. I guess the overall message behind my album is to not waste valuable time and try to get the most out of your life.
You know, I went through a time of having no belief in myself and not enjoying anything - but that sure has changed! So, if anyone is feeling down or like they are stuck, but believe that YOU have the power to make a change! :)
Here is a link to my song 'Never Look Back' if anyone wants to hear the studio version!
Let me know what you think :) the lyrics are:
Time for me to set you free now, and I’m not denying
It takes a while to get to get there, that’s the point of trying
I’ve woken up now, and I was right all along,
Now I’m free now from holding myself back, and now I’m driving
And now I’m driving
Time for self-respect, reflecting on what’s dead
No time is wasted, not living in my head
I said when I left, I wanted something you had
You had it all at least that’s what I though
You said when I left, all I ever wanted for you was the best
Now that you’ve gone, I’ll never look back again
Look back, at my life, I was pushed to the edge
It took a while to get here, and now I’m driving
But I’ve seen the truth, reflecting on what’s dead
The veil of lies was lifted, when I took the red pill
I said when I left, I wanted something you had
You had it all at least that’s what I though
You said when I left, all I ever wanted for you was the best
Now that you’ve gone, I’ll never look back again
I’m lost inside again, when will it feel like everything
My thoughts rendered to this space of mine [simulation do I have time]
I wanna drive again, I’ll never look back again!
Don’t look back again (don’t’ look back again)
Don’t look back again (don’t’ look back again)
Don’t look back again (don’t’ look back again)
Don’t look back again!
I said when I left, I wanted something you had
You had it all at least that’s what I though
You said when I left, all I ever wanted for you was the best
Now that you’ve gone, I’ll never look back again
I said when I left, I wanted something you had
You had it all at least that’s what I though
You said when I left, all I ever wanted for you was the best
Now that you’ve gone, I’ll never look back again
I’ll never look back again
I’ll never look back again
I’ll never look back again
I’ll never look back again!
Thank you for listening! Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/eihyakjq
Welcome to my Sunday Sessions everyone! It's Sunday, which means it's time for a new solo!
This week I am sharing a solo that I have entered into a Guitar competition!
This comp is called 'JTC Jam of the month' and many guitarsists from all over the world write a solo to a given backing track and upload them. So I have also put this solo onto my YouTube channel.
But here, I wanted to give everyone an introduction into the competition and if there are any other guitarists who are looking for something like this then it could be worth checking it out :) just search 'JTC Jam of the month' and you will find it!
This month was a blues rock style backing track, which I like! Sometimes it is quite an abstract track which is quite hard for me. But, hey, blues rock is my thing!
Well, I hope you all enjoy my solo! It kicks in at around 50 seconds into the video, as soon as I stop talking haha!
Enjoy today everyone!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/mdtxdshx
Hello everyone! Another open mic, here we are! I have been checking out some of your videos this week and am LOVING them so far!
So, this week I am playing 'Farewell Ballad' by Zakk Wylde. I put my own spin on it and play an extended version. This is one of the most emotional and heartfelt guitar solos!
I decided to choose this song to cover this week as the title 'Mi Felicidad' means my happiness, and playing this emotional solo always bring me happiness. It allows me to let go of anything negative that I am holding on to and helps me move forwards!
Music does that to me! It has a profound effect on us all! :) That is the beauty of music! It is such a great mood enhancer and a very useful tool for mindfulness.
I sure hope you all enjoyed this solo!
Also - it is the 3 week anniversary for my debut album 'TIME?'
Yes, 3 weeks already! So, if you want any new tunes to listen to this weekend, just search for 'CHOEY G' and you will find my tunes! I don't want to turn this into a promo thing haha, so I won't link my songs - but please ask if you'd like the link :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fdbfwaia
Hey everyone! I hope you're having an awesome weekend!
Here's part of something that I am now calling 'Sunday Sessions' which is where I will be uploading a new guitar solo every Sunday!
If you are watching my videos, you know I generally like blues and rock solos - and I was really wanting to jam over a blues track!
I hope you all enjoy this one! For me, playing guitar is so much fun. Music is just incredible! It's amazing just how much it all means to me! We feel it don't we!
It can really change our state of mind, and is definitely a mood enchancer. Here's something I will suggest for all of you - if you are ever having a bad day or getting into a negative mindset, put on an old nostalgic tune! something you loved years ago, and I bet it will help change your mood and get you excited!
I actually just did this :) I was listening to New Found Glory and Sum41 - it sure has pepped me up! Now I need to ty and relax to go to bed as I have work early... but I just want to rock out!
Well, I guess that's called inspiration!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ahsiwrui
Hello everyone! Welcome to my Hive Open Mic 119 entry!
This week I am playing 'The House of the Rising Sun' by The Animals!
But... I am doing a full 'guitar solo' version! I sure love this song, and the key is in Aminor - probably my favourite key to play guitar solos in!
I've been wanting to cover this song for a while now, and after hearing @lisbeth26 cover it last week, I knew it was time! Thanks for the inspiration!
This song is linked to this weeks theme, but in some ways it is, as it is an emotive tune with lots of expression, and feeling.
I can't wait to check out everyones videos! I've looked at many so far and they are just awesome! Getting better each week!
I played this on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom. I got this guitar a few months back now. Did you know it was a 'barn find'? It was covered in dust and had broken parts, and now I have cleaned it and fixed it up -and she is singing!!! :D
Lot's more guitar videos to come! Stay 'tuned' ;)
Peace and love to you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ntvtdcvg
Hello everyone!
Here is a fun video I made of another acoustic mashup! This is fun playing around with my own songs and seeing where some of my influences fit into my own music!
I must admit, my song 'We Are The Ones' is kind of based around Blink 182's song I Miss You - so this was always going to work, I guess! Haha! Well, I will let you all be the judge of that!
My singing isn't quite on point here, for my song 'We Are The Ones' I start off verse 1 slow and sombre, and then pick it up for verse 2 - just like Mark and Tom do for I Miss You!
My song 'We Are The Ones' is a message to my generation, and kind of looking back and feeling a little lost with how quickly things are moving forwards. Maybe I am sounding a little old here haha! Oh well... I shall call it wise ;)
Anyway, here is a link to my song 'We Are The Ones'
Do you think it sounds anything like 'Blink 182 - I Miss You'? In some ways I hope so, but I also hope not haha as it is my own song that means a lot to me! I guess it is just an influence :)
Peace and love! :)
- sunsethunter AKA 'CHOEY G'
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/wwfzkovk
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode in my mini series 'The Road to 100,000 Streams'!
In this series I am documenting my musical jounrey - from before, during, and after the release of my debut album 'TIME?'
Inspiration/motivation for others
I will just start by saying it was my dream to record my own album, and if anyone is thinking about taking a big step towards their goal, my advice is just to do it as soon as possible! I waited around for a long time, but now I am firing on all cylinders and reaching for the stars!
I know... 100,000 streams is a huge number, but we have to aim big, right?!
In this episode I talk about my album release and what I have been up to in the first week of this release! This includes radio stations I have reached out to, album reviews and also playlist adds. [ps - wait until the end for the pick flick]
I am really trying to think of ways to branch out and get my music heard (aren't we all!), but I am also all ears - so, if anyone has any suggestions then please let me know :)
In the coming weeks, I will be posting some live versions of my songs! I am hoping to get my live setup sorted and start playing some live shows soon too :)
The Reality
Is, that I am busy! Being a solo artist means I am doing everything - but I wanted it that way :) I work full time which is what has managed to fund my dream of recording an album. I am still working fulltime but I am manifesting a vision of making an income from my music where I can focus on it more! It is a big dream, but we have to make the most of this experience! :D
Links to other episodes
I will link you all to my playlist if anyone else would want to check out any other episodes in this mini series
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1ButolAa7tsceeZUE5FmkH959
Also... here is a link to my album 'TIME?' :) you can stream it for free on my YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1BusNcDPHV3N3NcRidBEdbeDu
Check it out! Let me know what you think :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fojrjzjz
Happy Sunday everyone :) I hope you're all having a brilliant weekend!
Here in New Zealand, it's pretty much over now! Time to go to bed now as it is getting late...
But! Before I do that I am sharing this video with you all! Here I am playing one of the all time greatest Guitar Solos!
David Gilmour is a master! Pink Floyd are visionarys! They were so innovative and just produced some of the most amazing songs ever! I've listened to many of their albums time and time again! I think dark side of the moon is my fav!
Do you like Pink Floyd?
Either way, I sure hope you enjoy this video! I really put my heart into my playing, I just try to feel it. It is a form of meditation for me, and I truly love these moments when I am able to freely express myself like this! My mind is totally clear in this moment, and I love it!
Peace and love!
:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/cucsjqqq
Hello HIVE OPEN MIC 118!
This week I have something a little unique! Another mash up! I tried my first mash up a few weeks back with Blink 182 Always mixed in my my own song 'Rivers'! Since then, I've been wanting to do more!
So, here I have mixed Guns N Roses - Don't Cry with my own song 'Night & Day' :)
They're both in the key of A minor so it can be quite easily done, and they're both bluesy rock songs :) Next I might have to mix in the solos together!
So, for this title 'Love Hurts' I think my own song Night & Day is quite fitting. This song is about getting over something - this could be a breakup, an addiction, or anything that is holding you back and taking control. I guess it is about the pain that love can cause us when we have been wronged...
Also, Guns N Roses Don't Cry is such a great song and is yearning love song. I want to play the solo now!
If anyone would like to hear the studio version of my song 'Night & Day' here it is:
I've been checking out many entries to this weeks open mic and have been loving them so far! Will check a load more of your amazing videos out now!
I have an awesome video planned for tomorrow - for those of you wanting to hear a guitar solo (that you probably already know and love!) then I have one coming up soon!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/xribjbrl
Hello HIVE! Welcome to my mid-week GUITAR SOLO!
This is a heavy one! One to ROCK OUT to, and forget about anything else! For me, I leave everything else behind when I'm playing! I just love to be in the moment and play :)
I really enjoy playing these hard rock style solos. Some of my favourite guitars are Slash and Zakk Wydle, and I might be stealing some of their licks in my playing haha!
This backing track is called 'Monstrous Hard Rock' and it really is a powerful one! I wanted to keep going but I think 2 mins is a good time for a solo.
Talking of time... my debut album 'TIME?' is out now! I play a range of rock songs - all original! I have MANY guitar solos on this album :) some of you might have listened already! If not, I will drop the link down below:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV0X7nJY1BusNcDPHV3N3NcRidBEdbeDu
That is all 9 tracks off of my album! It has been out for 4 days now! If you like hard rock music, check out track 2 'Renegade Mind' as it is the heaviest and has the fastest solo!
Peace and love to you all! I hope you're all having a great week so far!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fzztxnrm
Welcome to my Hive Open Mic 117 video!
I have chosen to cover Guns N Roses, Patience - this is by one of my all time favourite bands! This theme means a lot to me as I have many true friends, and I am lucky enough to say that! Friends are so important. For me, a lot of my best friends are far away... in fact, they couldn't be further! I live in New Zealand and they are all in England. Since I have moved here I have been so focused on myself; working, learning, having solo adventures, and of course my music! My music takes up all of my spare time, and that is a choice that I make as I LOVE IT! So, usually, I get home from work at around 5pm, I workout, eat, and then it's time for music :)
This said, I can always count on a few friends. If I need them, I know where they are - and vice versa. Even if I haven't seen them in years (it's been almost 4 years!) I know when I do it will be just as we left off :)
So I guess this song Patience is a reminder that some things are still here, just be paitent and a better tomorrow is here :) now, I know this is a love song by Guns N Roses, but that is the beauty of music - it is whatever we want it to be!
As I didn't play to a backing track, I am also going to link a solo of this song that I have played down below:
In the description to that video I tell you a little more about this guitar I am playing. It is a very cheap guitar, and I got it when I was working in China. It was been everywhere with me and survived the test of time! Many other cheap guitars (for travel) we're not good and sadly broke on the plane as I was in transit - but not this one :)
I guess our instruments are a true friend too, right? They're always there for us, and we spend a lot of time with them!
Ps - sorry if the video is a little dark, I didn't sort out the lighting!
Also... I will be posting about my album soon.. it has JUST released! I'm excited! :)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/uzbqdqov
Hello everyone! I would like to introduce you all to my own original music!
My debut album will be out NEXT WEEKEND! 9th July! It's been a great ride to get here, and can't wait to share it with everyone :)
This song is called 'Rivers' - and here is an acoustic version! (studio version below)
This song is about getting through times in your life, staying true to who you are and becoming the best version of yourself. Also, to not waste time as we don't know what is around the corner.
'You can fail doing what you don't love, so you might as well take a chance with what you do love'
I will put a link to my song 'Rivers' below - this is the studio version and is track 5 on my album 'TIME?'
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/qtpakded
Hive Open Mic 116 here we are! With the theme being 'trumpet sound' I kept on thinking about blues music, and I had this song in my head!
When Gary Moore plays this one live, there is an array of brass instruments! They might be saxaphones, but I'm pretty sure there could be a trumpet there as he has about 4 brass players! Either way, this was my interpretation!
I love playing Gary Moore songs, as he is my favourite guitarist of all time. I sure love listening to him play, and for this version of mine I am playing along to the vocal melody (in some parts) and then just letting the feeling take me away!
I hope you all enjoy this one!:) so many great entries every week, it is amazing!
Also - tomorrow I will be uploading one of my original songs for you all to hear :) it will be an acoustic cover! the song is called 'rivers'
I am releasing my debut album in 1 WEEK!
'CHOEY G - TIME?' streaming on all platforms - 9th July!
Peace and love to you all :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/rfamhqfn
I hope you are all ready to ROCK this Friday! Because I sure am :) ...well, I'm always ready to rock!
Here is an improvised solo in one of my favourite styles... hard rock! I love that Guns N Roses style of playing :)
This wasn't a planned out solo, so it is far from perfect, but sometimes I love just putting on a track and seeing where it takes me! I will do a few more polished solos in the future, but I wanted to share one of my improv sessions (like I did yesterday with the Romantic Ballad guitar solo)
One more thing... my debut album 'TIME?' is coming out in 1 WEEK! Which is crazy to me... I feel kind of nervous haha! I guess I am excited :)
I will share all of the tracks here on HIVE once I upload my album to YouTube next weekend. I guess that will be the best way to get everyone listening! It will be available on all platforms though if anyone wanted to stream it.
Anyway, I'll be posting a lot of music/album release updates this week as it is out so soon!
Peace and love to you all! :) enjoy your Friday!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/pxrnprnl
Hello everyone :) I hope you are all having a great week so far.
Today I was just practicing guitar, and I was really feeling like I just wanted to close my eyes and see what comes out of me. I have been feeling a range of emotions recently for a number of reasons, and for me, nothing is better than music to just be in the moment.
So, I played this 4 minute guitar piece! I threw on the track and this is what came out. I used to be able to really imagine the solo in my head and transcribe it to my hands, which is something I am trying again these days.
I know that the audio isn't mixed quite as well as it could be, as I just wanted to play it raw and that was it - I left my emotions in my music!
Also, as I was lucky to get asked to select a theme for Hive Open Mic 122 - I have selected 'Emotion'... so this will be great to hear what people come up with then!:)
I hope you all enjoy this solo! If you like it, maybe I will spend some more time playing over this and I'll write and record a proper version (without my guitar buzzing! Sorry about that!)
Peace and love to you all :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/bsbgpwjd
Hello everyone! I have something really cool I'm excited to share with you all today!
Well, something I think is really cool anyway haha! It is a new song preview! No one has heard this before (apart from a few people this week!)
Here is some in studio footage of my song called 'We Are The Ones' which will be track 3 on my upcoming album 'TIME?'
My album is out on the 9th July! Not long to go now!
Wow, I had always wanted to release my own solo album, and now it is just around the corner. Life goes pretty quick sometimes... I guess that is a reason to get after anything and not wait around for things to be given to us, because in my experience, that never happens!
I really hope you all enjoy this song :) I hope I haven't given too much away here ;) there is still the chours, and a few tricks up my sleeve!
I will go into more detail around what this song is about in a future video where I outline all of my songs and give the meaning behind each song :)
I will also be on a podcast this weekend talking about my music! Will give more details when I have them!
Peace and love to you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fxgogryi
HIVE Open Mic 115, here we are again! For this weeks theme 'doing the work' I have decided to upload another acoutsic song cover, and another classic rock song! This week it is MR.BIG - Wild World!
Doing The Work
I have decided to choose show this song as playing guitar and singing is something I am working on. I haven't always been the most confident singer, and I definitely still have a long way to go here! But that's what music is all about right, doing the work! I hope to look back on some of these performances in a year and see some improvements, as I already have from this time last year! I just want to share the whole journey now :)
For those of you wanting some more guitar solos from me, don't worry, I will be uploading some typical sunsethunter Blues solo videos this weekend! :) I can't wait to make them! Any song suggestions?
I've been listening to many of your performances and have absolutely loved them so far. So many amazing musicicans here on hive, it is incredible! One is @mipiano , she is an incredible pianist! Let me know if you have any other suggestions and I will be spending a lot of time listening to everyones music!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/jckoshpy
Here I have another 'short' video clip for everyone!
I am experimenting with these here as I am working on some edits, so test engagement. I think that most people don't really want too much 'editing' on a guitar solo video, unless it is a music video. However, adding some minor effects like I have here, which are all on the beat is a nice touch! Do you agree?
I hope you enjoy this smooth blues solo! I tried to restrict myself to few notes. I quite like the octave section. The next 'short' video I will upload will include some harmonies.
I am going to prepare for my hive open mic submission now! I also have lots of original music coming up real soon! My debut album 'TIME?' is out on the 9th July! :)
Peace and love to you all! :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ayrkmbrl
Firstly, I'd like to say that I will be uploading a guitar lesson tomorrow for a 'how to play' this solo!:) I will have the tabs up on the screen and I will talk through how to play this solo section of the song :) I don't upload many lessons but it is something I am wanting to do more of. Right now, it's all about practising, sharing and enjoying! That's the thing with music - it really is the universal language we can all enjoy! It doesn't matter who we are, where we are, we ALL have a love for music :) it is so beautiful!
I have some cool videos planned for the coming weeks :) this week I will have this guitar lesson video posted and I am learning some more guitar solos right now:) I might also do another acoustic song this weekend for hive open mic. I am also going to be releasing some more song previews! My album is out on the 9th July! I can't wait, just over 2 weeks! I sure put a lot into this one, now I am just figuring out how to get my music out there a little more and get heard :) any tips?
My artist name is 'CHOEY G' and my music is streaming on all platforms!:)
I look forward to hearing more of your music and connecting with more of you. So many amazing musicians here!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/gksjhlhc
Yes... it is now Sunday here in New Zealand! However, I did record this video with the aim of uploading yesterday, however I had my open mic submission to record and upload which was great fun!:)
I guess it is still Saturday in some parts of the world! :D
Anyways, here is an improvised solo of mine over Gary Moore's 'Cold Day In Hell'
I am really playing in my own style here but also following along with Gary Moore's style for this solo.
This is played on an LTD SN200 and it is as close to a stratocaster that I have!:)
I sure hope you all enjoy this one! I have lots of guitar videos planned for the coming week - I will upload a solo from the Eagles, and actually a guitar lesson to go along with it! The file might be a little large but I will upload it either way :)
PS - I hope you enjoy my 'guitar faces' haha! I put my emotion into playing, just like Gary Moore did :)
Have a great Saturday/Sunday! Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ggphoygz
Here is my song for HIVE open mic 114! The theme for this week is 'More Than Words' so I couldn't resist... I had to play one of my favourite songs, More Than Words!
This is a song by Extreme, and the guitarist Nuno Bettencourt is one of the all time greats. I think many of you will know this song :) this is a wonderful acoustic love song, a true musical masterpeice!
I hope this song brings all of you peace, love and relaxation! Global harmony is our mission, world peace is our vision!:)
I will give everyone a little bit more information about myself too - I am living in New Zealand and have been really working on my music over the recent years. I've played guitar for about 17 years now, but have had some times where I neglected my playing for a bit. The past 3 years I have been focused, and rekindled my love for music. I've been recording songs and I am releasing my debut album on the 9th July! I'll keep you all updated!
My musical journey is a work in progress, I'm not the best singer but love to play and sing, and will use these videos as a reference point to improve upon! The song is actually sang an octave higher, but it was a little too high for me. Maybe I will give it a go soon after a bit of practice and see how it sounds :)
For this submission I really wanted to play a big guitar solo like I usally do, but music is about evolving and trying something new - so it is quite rare for me to record myself singing and playing like this! However, there will be more to come! :)
Peace and love to you all! Can't wait to check out even more awesome submissions :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/arjspvxj
Welcome back!:) so today we have something a little different, an acoustic song! I usually just play guitar solos to various tracks, but I am starting to play and sing a little more :)
Here is a mix / mash up that I was jamming with :) this is a song by Blink 182 and I merge in my own song 'Rivers' with it!
I was jamming this Blink song the other day and I realised that it's the same chords and my song Rivers! So the first verse and chorus is the Blink 182 song and the final verse is my own original song, Rivers!
It was a rainy day outside and I felt like sitting here and playing - a different location from my usual spot! Some OG's might recognise this spot from many videos back ;)
I'd love to hear some thoughts on this? What do you think of it? Would you like to see more song covers and originals like this, or should I just stick to the guitar solos?!
It's always fun to mix it up and this sure is something a little different!
I hope you're all having a great week - Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/eyfvklqi
Hello 3shorts! I had been recommened to join this community, and here is my first post!
This is a 'short' video of a guitar solo of mine. So, I am a guitarist who is about to release my debut album on the 9th July! I frequently post guitar solos and song clips - lots more short and long videos to come!
I love playing blues/ballad style guitar solos mostly, anything where I can really close my eyes and meditate on the solo haha! It sure is good fun :) I've been playing for many years and will be for many more!
My favourite guitarist is Gary Moore! My music is a mix of rock, punk and blues - I can't wait to share my album with everyone!
Anyway, I sure hope you all enjoy this chilled guitar solo :)
Peace and Love!
ps - my artist name is 'CHOEY G' and you can find my music on all platforms etc, just ask if you'd like some more info :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/myqvvjyr
Welcome everyone! Here I am sharing a new song preview with everyone, with some behind the scenes footage!:)
This song is called 'Night & Day' and is going to be track 6 on my debut album 'TIME?' out 9th July!
This song is about getting over something - that could be an addiction, someone or something toxic, and that thing eating you up inside until you finally say enough is enough and let go of it all, allowing yourself to move forwards!
I can't wait to share the whole song with you all :)
So far I have released 3 tracks off of my album, and I will be releasing more in studio footage like this each week to share with you all! Next week I will slow it down a little and preview my song 'We Are The Ones'
I have some more guitar videos I will share this week along with a vocal cover of a Blink 182 song that I mix in my own tune 'Rivers' with!
Peace and love! Stay awesome!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ibonzdbk
Welcome to Episode 2 of my mini series 'The Road To 100,000 Streams' where I am documenting my journey from album release to getting heard!
In this Episode I outline the videos that I am planning to release over the next month (and beyond) to gain traction and start burning rubber!
SAVE THE DATE! My album 'TIME?' is released on the 9th July! You can pre-save and pre-order right here if you wish :) https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cho...
Now, I wouldn't usually use this platform to 'advertise' however I thought I should share some links below if anyone did want to check out what I have going on! Afterall, I've been working hard this year to put it all together so why not share my work! :) I hope you enjoy! All of my tunes are available free on my YouTube and also on all streaming platforms!
Yes... I get a little silly in this video. I have to! Can't be super serious for more than a few minutes haha!
My music video link is below!
CHOEY G - Lies Blind The Mind [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
Time stamps:
00:00 Hello
00:06 ?
00:08 Videos
00:19 TIME?
00:34 Guitar Videos
01:15 In-Studio Videos
01:46 Edits
02:15 TIME?
02:22 Shorts
03:11 Songs
03:32 Outcome
04:15 Update
04:46 L,C,S
04:51 PickFlick
CHOEY G Merch:
https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/CHOEYGmerch
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1JTFT...
Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/fm/artist/cho...
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/CHOEYGMUSIC
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/choey_g_music/
Again, if anyone feels that adding all of these links is innapropriate, just let me know and I'll happily remove! It is all my music, merch and other social media pages. I guess in a time like today, we have to branch out in as many directions possible, we have use of the internet to make use of! If anyone has a listen, I hope you enjoy :)
Live playthroughs of my songs coming soon :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/pxngnzaq
HIVE Open Mic 113! I'm happy to be a part of this! Here is my entry, and I hope this is a song that some of you know and love :)
I gave a short introduction just to show myself and let you all know what song I'm about to play, and that it is in my own style! I can't minic Hendrix, but I can close my eyes and feel it! I always like putting my own style into songs that I'm playing, and this one is such a good jam!
Oh yes... it is STRATURDAY after all! If you are wondering what that is, well, let me explain. One of the most well know guitars is the Fender Stratocaster, used by greats such as Jimi Hendrix. So yes... strat... sat... Saturday... Straturday ;)
Anyway, I sure hope you enjoyed this video. I'm looking to connect with more of you here :)
Also, I have lots of cool videos coming up! Tomorrow I will upload a new episode to my mini series 'the road to 100,000 streams' where I am documenting my journey to releasing my debut album! Album? Yes! It will be out on the 9th July! Stay tuned:)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/krhqcmjj
This is a throwback video! I recorded this solo about 1 year ago, and wanted to share it with everyone as it's one of my favourites - it is also where I got one of my psuedonyms - Sleep Deprived Shred!
I do want to state that this is a throwback video, and I would like to ask if this is acceptable, or if anyone has an issue with me posting throwback videos from time to time? If it really is not acceptable then I absolutely will not do it anymore :) I am just wanting to check! Also, I want to share some 'older' solos like this one with you all.
This being said - I absolutely have LOADS of new videos planned! I will be doing a hive/3speak specific solo this weekend... I'm feeling bluesy!:)
These new videos will be part of my mini series (the road to 100,000 streams), NEW never before heard songs of mine (just clips) as I prep for my album release, and also some live covers.
Just to re-state, I don't want to be posting videos that are outside of the community guidelines, I just want to share my playing and check out yours! But as mentioned, I will not post any more 'throwback' videos if I am advised not to. It was reccomended, so I am double checking.
Thanks for checking this out! Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/hkelcqsq
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another one of my videos!
This is one I recorded about 9 days ago. I picked up an Epiphone Les Paul Custom that was in terrible condition! So, I was lucky to get it pretty cheap :) after cleaning it up, she looks wonderful! Sounds match the looks!
I decided to do a Guitar Review as I have done some of these in the past. I have made up a casual method to rate - the AXE scale! ;)
A - Anatomy (neck, dimensions, feel)
X - eXplosiveness (the SOUND!)
E - Enjoyability (what's it like to own and look at!)
This is all just some fun :) I like trying different things and I hope that you all enjoy this video.
I will be uploading lots more guitar solo videos - and these will be coming in waves! From a few 'throwbacks' and many new videos too!
I will also be creating many hive/3speak specific vids! Enjoy everyone - Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/rpqmsxkj
Hello everyone! Here is a little experiment I am trying and would like to know peoples thoughts?
So, here is a 20 second clip from a blues solo I recorded - I call this one 'fast to sloe' which I'm sure you will see why when you hear it :)
However, I am wondering if an edit like this makes any difference to the viewer? I think it looks quite cool adding in the 'flashes' and 'RGB shifts', but I'm wondering if it makes any difference to the viewer - or if a guitar video is just better off viewed as natural as possible?
I don't really have a preference, but I always like trying something new!
I have some cool videos planned for this week! My uploads will vary between some 'throwbacks' which will be a few videos I had recorded a while back that have not surfaced on hive/3speak yet, and also many new videos. Most importantly, some in studio clips and previews of up and coming songs!
I sure do hope you enjoy this short clip! Tomorrow I will upload a Guns N Roses cover! Nightrain ;)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/aiuuwtxr
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you've all had a great start to the week! I am starting my week off by jamming over the late, great Gary Moore's Cold Day In Hell.
Gary Moore has a countless track list of face melters. His most famous being Parisienne Walkways or Still Got The Blues. I have always loved Gary's playing so much. He sadly passed away just over 10 years ago.
He is the reason I started playing guitar. I remember the first time listening to him, I was about 13 years old in the car with my Dad. I just couldn't believe what I was hearing! I played his album (blues alive) over and over thinking that this can't be possible. Loved it so much! Takes me to that same place every time :)
I am wearing a Gary Moore T-shirt in this video! Also, I give it my soul when I play - which is evident in my facial expressions! Just like Gary would do :) he truly put his heart and soul into his playing. Something I try to do every time :)
I sure hope you all enjoy this cover of mine! I will be giving more updates real soon, and share some of my original songs with you all!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/icbzettm
Who doesn't love this song? Ok... there might be a few of you. But I am one of the ones who loves it! I love all Guns N Roses songs, I used to be absolutely obsessed with them.
I have mentioned many guitarists whom I love, and Slash in right up there! Top 3!
If I had to name my top 3 guitarsits (it is hard!) I would say: Gary Moore, Slash, Paul Gilbert. But there are SO many more I could add!
Anyway, here is the solo to another song I think you all will know :) this is played on my LTD M-10 which has been juiced up with Seymour Duncan pickups! I will re record this solo soon with my Les Paul as I know it will sound better :) maybe I will redo all of my Slash solos with my Les Paul Custom!
Do you love Guns N Roses? If so, what's your favourite GNR song? Any suggestions for me to cover next?
Peace and love to you all! Happy Sunday :)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/ckfapmaz
How's it going everyone!:) here I am playing a cover of the solo from one of the most powerful blues songs of all time, sloe gin! Joe Bonamassa absolutely rocks this one!
If you haven't heard this song before, I reccomend checking it out :) just search Joe Bonamassa Sloe Gin, and listen to a live version. His solo is incredible! It sure is a hard song to cover due to his timing and feel, but we just have to go with it and make it our own :)
I really love power blues music like this. My favourite guitarist is Gary Moore, he is the reason I started playing atually :) RIP Gary, you live on through us!
I will continue to upload guitar solo videos like this, and will also (soon) start uploading full covers, singing too! These will start with some punk rock songs (Blink 182) and then move to my own original songs!
My artist name is 'CHOEY G' and I actually have a 9 track album coming out on 9th July - so in 1 month! I'm excited for it's release! I am also looking forward to uploading some 'live shows' (from my bedroom) to here for you all! :)
CHOEY G - TIME? out 9th July! I do have a few songs out already, on all platforms, so let me know if you'd like to hear more or just search for CHOEY G :)
I hope you are all having an awesome weekend! Can't wait to check out some of your awesome videos and posts.
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/mjkndkzu
Happy Friday everyone!
To celebrate, here I am playing another classic rock solo! This one, I think you will all know!
Hotel California is one of my favourite songs, and of course the solo is one of the greatest! There's a handful of solos that 'everyone' knows or that really stands out as a piviot moment in a song. They almost become their own entity within an amazing song! In my opinion, these are:
- Hotel California
- Stairway to Heaven
- Bohemian Rhapsody
- Sweet Child O Mine
- Freebird
I think these classic rock songs are known for being awesome, but also for their solos!
Anyway, enough about me talking about guitar solos, as I could go on and on!
I'm playing this solo on my Epiphone Les Paul Custom Pro!
I just want to let everyone know something else about myself. I am releasing an album! My debut album! It will be out on 9th July! A mix of rock, punk and blues :) so something for everyone!
It really is a dream of mine to have my own album, and I can't wait to share it with you all!
I will be posting lots of music clips to help promote the release, and this will include song clips, and in studio footage of me recording!
My artist name is 'CHOEY G' and my album is called 'TIME?'
I already have 4 songs released! So, if you want, you can check them out on all platforms! Let me know if you'd like more information and I'll happliy share! Let me know if you have some music to share and I'd love to check it out!
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/iuzzfemy
Welcome back to my mini series 'The Road To 100,000 Streams' where I am documenting my entrie jounrey to releasing my debut album, and to reaching my goal of 100,000 streams by the end of this year!
In this episode I highlight the strategy!
Now, just to add - this is all new to me!
I've been playing guitar for years, and making videos for two years, and yes, my ablum is ready to go!
SAVE THE DATE! 9th July! My debut album 'TIME?' is out on the 9th July!
So, back to this video - the strategy is the steps I am taking to reach my goal. One thing I want to add is that I am also seeking to connect with others who can give me tips! I would love to hear from some of you who have some insight - I'm learning along the way!
I am trying to get onto playlists, onto new platforms, into magazines, on the radio, and into your ears!
My music is a mix of punk, rock, and blues to give you that nostalgic feeling we all love!
My next Episode will be an outline of the videos! What content do I have planned up to my ablum release?
The Episode after (ep 3) will be all about the release and listeners!
Ep 4 - Marketing
Ep 5 - MONEY
Ep 6 - Results
Wish me luck everyone!
CHOEY G - TIME? coming soon! All of my songs are available to stream on all platforms!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/jetuzoxy
Do we have any MJ fans out here? I'm sure we do?
What about any Guns N Roses fans? Oh yes! Me too!!!
Here is a great collab (before the term was common rhetoric!) with MJ and Slash! I absolutely love this song, and always thought that MJ had a great voice for rock music!
Some of his songs such as this one, earth song, and many others are great rock songs, and I like the grit in his vocals.
Slashs playing is superb here, he never fails to amaze me! He is agruably the most well known guitarist due to his top hat, shades, hair, and Les Paul!
I play both solos here, along with another attempt at the 'shred' section... so wait until the end to see!
What song do you want to hear next? Many more to come!:)
Just a side note... my ablum is out on 9th July! Not long to go!
CHOEY G - TIME? ... coming soon :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/andnqxtu
Today I am playing a solo by one of the all time greats! Nuno Bettencourt!
If you're an avid guitarist, you'll be very familiar with Nuno! He's the man! If not, you might be familiar with this song - get the FUNK out!
Funk rock band Extreme released their album Pornograffiti way back in 1990. The year I was born! So cool that they're still rocking now. Nuno really is a unique player with such great tone and feel. That's what makes a guitarist great, when you can hear a few seconds playing and just know it is them! That is what I want for myself one day :)
In terms of the band Extreme, I think you will all know one of their songs - More Than Words! That is such a beautiful song :) man, the 90s really did have so many awesome rock songs!
If you want to listen to some modern Rock music with a nostalgic twist, I reccomend searching for 'CHOEY G'... yes, that is me! You'll find my music on all platforms and I do have a YouTube channel too!
Peace and love! Have a great weekend, and I hope you enjoy this cover!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/wxnmvtrb
New guitar day is always a great day!
For those of you who have seen some of my videos... you may think, new?
Yes... Yes... this is another Les Paul Custom! But this ones different, I swear! Hehe :)
It is a 2000 model, and my other one is a 2016. This one I picked up very cheap as it was absolutely filthy! Almost a barn find! I have given it a good clean up :)
In fact, I will post a video of the cleaning of this guitar! Some may enjoy that process :)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/isgfiucu
For this video, we have a guitar battle! It is ME vs ME! So... not quite a battle of players but a battle of guitars!
These are both LTD guitars, and both would be regarded as 'budget' guitars.
The First one, LTD SN200 is completely standard and has single coil pickups - so a classic 'stratocaster' style and setup
The second has been juiced up! I have put some lovely seymour duncan pickups in this one! So its sound and tone massively improved!
I have made a video on if it is worth upgrading a cheap guitar, which I shall upload soon!:)
Anyway, I hope you all enjoy this! Do you like metal music? Hard rock? Blues? I will be uploading a huge range of styles, so I'm sure you'll like some!:)
Peace and love!:)
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/bvknrekf
Following on from my chill blues solo that I posted last week, here I step it up!
I put more energy into this solo, and am using my LTD SN200, which is essentially a strat copy :)
I sure do enjoy blues music, always have, always will! Love ripping a solo to a great backing track!
Yes, that is a Gary Moore Tshirt behind me :) he is watching over me and giving me the blues!:)
What kind of music do you enjoy most? Or what instrument do you play? If none, what would you love to learn?
My artist name is 'CHOEY G', if anyone would like to listen to my tunes, I'm streaming on all platforms :) also, I have an album coming out in 5 weeks!:)
Peace and love to you all!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/neyrugot
Here is an original song of mine!
CHOEY G - Madness (Acoustic)
I hope you enjoy the video, it's all filmed here in New Zealand :) what a beautfiul country this is!
There has been a lot of Madness in recent years... and this is my song expressing how I feel.
I have many original songs and am releasing a full album very soon!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/txmfkaii
Anyone a fan of Slash? I sure am!
I love pretty much all of Slash's work, easpecially the early GNR stuff! But I also love his recent work with Myles Kennedy. His new album rocks!
One of my favourite bands are Velvet Revolver. RIP Scott Weiland.
This song in particular is amazing! If you don't know it, and want a great Rock ballad to listen to, check this one out, it doesn't dissapoint!
Here I am covering this amazing solo, and putting my own flair to it. Along with some high level VFX ;)
I don't know if I can call this 'straturday' as I'm not using a single coil strat... but the shape is, so yeah!
Enjoy your Saturday everyone! Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/djlfmldb
It is here! My first official music video!
CHOEY G - Lies Blind The Mind [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
This is quite the milestone for myself, I have always wanted my own music video!
This is the 3rd song that I have released, and it is also the deepest and most meaningful. All of my songs have a similar message.
I hope this can inspire and motivate you, and ben an enjoyable immersive experience!
Sit back, relax, and egage for lift off!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/tubpwhqr
Today we have one of my favourite tracks to jam over!
I'm not strictly following Zakk Wyldes solo here, just going with it and soaking up the vibes!
I've always been more of an 'improvisation' type of player, so I don't usually write solos...
That good and fun, but for example, the solos on my upcoming album are mostly improvised! I don't know if I can play them again haha! Well, I get a feel and groove!
Anyway, I hope you all have a great Friday and enjoy this solo!
Also, I have a music video coming out tomorrow! :D my first ever music video! :D
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/aeyacyfb
Welcome to another guitar video, played by me - CHOEY G - AKA sunsethunter!
Here is (arguably) the greatest guitar piece of all time. Still got the blues by the late, great, Gary Moore.
Gary Moore passed away over 11 years now, but his music lives on for eternity.
He is the reason I ever picked up a guitar! I was lucky enough to see him play live with BB King!
I hope you all enjoy this solo! I will be regularly uploading guitar videos, ranging from covers to oringials!
Maybe next time I will do a full cover with vocals?
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/vtwiuwby
Welcome to my mini series!
Here I will be documenting the journey of myself, a new artist releasing a debut album, with a goal of reaching 100,000 streams by the end of this year!
This is the introduction video outlining where I am currently, and a brief overview of my plans and the series.
6 episodes will be released!
- Ep1 Strategy
- Ep2 Videos
- Ep3 Listeners
- Ep4 Marketing
- Ep5 MONEY
- Ep6 Results
Stay tuned for more!
My music is streaming on all platforms!:) just search 'CHOEY G'
Music video out this weekend!
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/rfqcympy
Today we have myself jamming over a slow blues backing track on my Les Paul Custom Pro.
I sure do love this guitar! I have done some guitar reviews in the past, I might do a few more and add these here - if anyone is interested?
Either way, are you a fan of the blues? Or what kind of music do you like?
If you have any song/genre requests, let me know and I will rock a solo to it!:)
Peace and love!
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=sunsethunter/fnlhonlp
Here is a clip from my new music video that will be out next weekend!
...of course, the clip I want to share is from the GUITAR SOLO! How could I resist!
This has been so much fun. Recording my debut album (out soon) and releasing songs. Its been something I've always wanted to do. For many years I was in a loop of stagnation, but these days I am working (full time) coming home to play guitar, edit videos and photos, post and promote! It is fun and I like the feeling of purpose, and reaching some goals!
Do you have goals? Do you feel they're important or can exert too much pressure?
For now, I am full steam ahead! I sure hope you all enjoy this one! I put my heart and soul into my playing! LOADS more guitar videos coming soon!
Peace and love!