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AJ Ghent
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Length:
68 minutes
Released:
Feb 24, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
AJ's melodic and inspired steel guitar playing has brought the sound of the Sacred Steel tradition to a whole new audience. AJ was raised within that heritage, as his great uncle Willie Eason and his grandfather Henry Nelson were the founders of the style. Now, with fans like Tosin Abasi supporting and sharing his music the world over on Instagram and YouTube, AJ Ghent is bringing peace through music everywhere he can be heard!1:25 - The Sacred Steel guitar method, AJ’s own personal style, and his live album6:20 - Growing up in a family of Sacred Steel players within the Church, and the genesis of the style12:47 - The technical prowess that goes into Sacred Steel playing, and AJ’s transition from lap steel to electric guitar20:20 - AJ’s Abasi Lareda w/ Fluence pickups, and his go-to amps24:37 - Living in Atlanta, hanging with Col. Bruce Hampton, and the fear of flying36:35 - The COVs, how AJ has been getting through, and playing his part in bringing peace through music59:25 - AJ’s ear for vocal melodies, and the importance of ‘singing’Total Length: 67:48Fishman Dedicated to helping musicians achieve the truest sound possible whenever they plug-in. Wildwood Guitars One of the world’s premier retailers of exceptional electric and acoustic guitars.
Released:
Feb 24, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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