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Rock's most hated band is teasing a metal album. If Nickelback goes metal will that shut the critic's mouths?Topics covered:-why they are so despised-other bands that play it safe but don't get as much hate- Mike Kroeger talks seriously about a metal album-link to Mike's metal talk: ALTPRESS ARTICLE

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I just finished reading Amanda Palmer's book "The Art of Asking" and let me tell you, it was a REAL eye opener. There are a lot of take aways that new bands could learn a lot from but there is one that rises above the restTopics covered:-a little background on Amanda Palmer from street performer to over $1million raised on kickstarter- the big idea-Check this out: Amanda's Ted Talk Video

Do your part to keep guitar driven rock ALIVE... join Loudini LIVE! Go to http://LouLombardiMusic.com/InnerCircle to find out how you can be a part of our LIVE online audience and get access to exclusive music and video!Honestly... we may actually need to quit after this one... This week's show is a show down between two gods of heavy metal. Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio. Who was more metal? Who fronted Sabbath better? Who had the better solo career? Who do you like better and WHY???Topics Covered:-Ozzy... a brief history and best tracks-Dio... a brief history and best tracks-black sabbath, rainbow, blizzard of oz, Dio bands-introducing the world to Randy Rhoads, Vivian Campbell, Jake E. Lee, Doug Aldrich, and Zakk Wylde-compare and contrast the two-the votingFeatured Loudini Artists: Lou Lombardi Them Guns Eve To Adam Dead Day Revolution

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The guitar solo has been a staple of rock music since Bill Haley and his Comets pumped out Rock Around The Clock. There are probably as many guitar solos in the world as their are ideas. Just about every classic rock tune has a solo but almost no one understands what makes a solo TRULY great and why people love them in the first placeTopics covered:-what most internet polls don't understand-added excitement-another voice-Making a statement-what a guitar player MUST do to create a great solo vibe melody bass line chord changes lyrics-what all great guitar solos have in common

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This week way back in 1975 Led Zeppelin's Physical Graffiti was certified gold. Here are 21 things you may not know about this amazing albumTopics covered:-21 things about Physical Graffiti-44 years old this year-reference article: Article on Physical Graffiti

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I gave you the low down on "the riff" a few episodes ago. Now it's time to get into one of the most misunderstood aspects of guitar playing... "the lick". Despite (or maybe because of) its sexual connotaion licks are one of the reasons you love great guitar playing. Let me explain....Topics covered:-the definition-the four letter word of rock-licks before shred-the difference between a lick and a riff-licks and riff living together... mass hysteria!

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You've probably heard me and some of my coleagues say that rock isn't dead; I just moved. Not only has rock moved but rock videos, concerts and documentaries have all moved and the new channel is better than ever!Topics covered:-the end of the MTV era-the new MTV thanks to Roku and Amazon fire stick etc...-more choice... go broad and eclectic or micro niche-new weekly show-my playlist: PLAYLIST

Do your part to keep guitar driven rock ALIVE... join Loudini LIVE! Go to http://LouLombardiMusic.com/InnerCircle to find out how you can be a part of our LIVE online audience and get access to exclusive music and video!You hear this term "Riff" thrown around all the time. But what exactly is a Riff? Where did it come from? Why is it SO important?Topics covered:-classical origins in the ostinato-1930s and the shortening of "refrain"-what it is-what it is not-rhythm and why the "riff" will go on forever-BBC Documentary "The Joy of The Guitar Riff" https://youtu.be/XWFL-QvMK-8

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John Vento is often called a chameleon in the Pittsburgh music scene; and, while his critics may use the term as a pejorative, Vento views it as a compliment. He understands that they’re motivated by the frustration of their inability to lock him into a specific musical style. After all, the front man for the high-energy, hard-rockin’ bands, The Businessmen, and the Nied’s Hotel Band, is also known for his introspective, brooding solo recordings.

Rather than a drawback, however, Vento considers such diversity to be among his strengths; and his fans agree. They relish sharing his tumultuous trek toward achieving his artistic vision, which he accomplishes by channeling a blend of eclectic influences through his own, raw emotions.

Helping to engineer the roller coaster ride is a stout core of colaborators, including John Randall Fox, Buddy Hall, Tim Hadley, and Frank Ferraro, along with renowned playwright/lyricist, Amy Hartman. Many members of this crew have been with him for more than a decade; and it’s easy to understand why, as Vento consistently showers them with appreciation and accolades. Though a one-of-a-kind performer, he professes a great distaste for the word, “solo,” insisting that, “Without my collaborators, I would not have accomplished anything.”

That’s no surprise to those who know him, as he truly is a humble, loving, and grateful person, who treasures his family and friends. Certainly, that comes across, loud and clear, in his honest, from-the-heart songs; and that, undoubtedly, is another quality which endears him to his fans. As he puts it, “If just one person is touched in some small way by one of my songs, that’s the greatest reward that I could receive.”

Of course, it’s purely logical that Vento would find a great following in this town. His steely resistance to categorization is the very essence and backbone of Pittsburgh. Built by a veritable melting pot of blue-collar workers, the once-gritty city has risen from the slag heap, through the smoke and haze, to become a sparkling, spectacular hub of culture and learning. Yet, it remains true to its deeply-forged identity.

John’s 2019 MTS release is “Love, Lust and Other Wreckage.” His single, “Rainbows And Lightning” reached the Top 20 on iTunes Canada charts, receiving national and international airplay and charting. John is a January 2019 Billboard Magazine Emerging Artist.PRESS KIT: https://drive.google.com/open?id=10iOvRzKfk54bCkbs6FSIGkhI8zcEum8H

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Do your part to keep guitar driven rock ALIVE... join Loudini LIVE! Go to http://LouLombardiMusic.com/InnerCircle to find out how you can be a part of our LIVE online audience and get access to exclusive music and video!Rock is the undisputed god of all other musical genres. It has many iterations and many faces. It's been declared dead over and over but always rises from the ashes and it might just save your lifeTopics covered:-declared dead several times... now most streamed genres on Spotify-act of defiance... "this machine kills fascists"-"naughty" origins...-instrument for social change with regards to race in mid 20th century America-the voice of freedom and victory-symbol for rising above... rock and metal songs played at sporting events