Acoustic Version of Iron Maiden’s “The Trooper”

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Leo Kottke’s Acoustic Version of The Byrds’ “Eight Miles High”

Like geese farts on a muggy day?

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An Interview with James Lee Stanley: Part I, Songwriting

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David Byrne’s Acoustic Performance of “Heaven”

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Busker Plays for Autistic Kid

by Joe on May 16, 2012

If anyone ever tells you they don’t care for music, show them this.

The musician, Tyler Gregory (visit him and buy his music here), put it this way:

“It was an ordinary day, walking to my regular spot to busk when I don’t have a gig that night, and play music on the corner for a rotating crowd. When Jacob came over I felt excited about having another kid listen to the music. (Makes my day when kids dance to the music on the street… I already had a couple come over that day so it was already nice). However, unlike most kids that come up to me with curiosity, I felt so much energy coming off of him and I was completely overwhelmed. His hand on my leg was very powerful and about brought me to tears while playing. Not because he is blind or autistic.. but because of a connection I have never felt and one that is impossible to explain. Honestly, a feeling that came from my toes all the way up my body and surrounded me. I can’t begin to explain it. I want to try to put it into words, but there is no way to tell how powerful his energy felt.

It was a powerful moment that made my day and reminded me of the good things in life. Reminded me why I love different interactions with people when playing music. Reminded me of how powerful music can be between two people. It also reminded me not to take things for granted, for most of us have it pretty easy in our everyday life. So, I just simply went home with a very big smile on my face that day, and a story to tell my close ones.”

How powerful music can be between two people, dig? Use your music. Share it. You may find power in it you never imagined was there.

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Acoustic Originals

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Acoustic Originals

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New Track from Punch Brothers

Acoustic Originals

Punch Brothers, the alt-newgrass group led by virtuoso frontman Chris Thile, recently announced their plans to release a new album, entitled Who’s Feeling Young Now?, in February. This is exciting news – their first record, Antifogmatic, featured a wholly original combination of standout songwriting, intricate arrangements, and high-energy improvisation. To whet our appetites further, the [...]

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