Catalpa Blue
Well, it's not a band. It's just me playing all of the instruments minus drums. I run everything through PT8.
Right now I am deployed and so the first 6 or so songs have been written and recorded since March 09.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Been playing since I was 15. Now I'm 33 and have improved technique wise, but the creative process has definately expanded and my ear has gotten better when it comes to choices in melody and solos.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
For friends. My songs need work. I need advice from someone who has a better ear than me.
Your musical influences
Pink Floyd for sure. David Gilmour is the guy that can make anything happen. He's not fast; not that that influences my musical choices, but he grabs the right notes at the right time, and when he does it, well you can hear it for sure. It's perfect.
What equipment do you use?
Fender Strat with DG20 EMG pickups: Martin DX-1: Gibson Les Paul Studio: Fender Precision Bass: Spider 3 twin 10": Ashdown Bass Amp: Boss GT-6 for guitar effects. Roland DV-8 Drums ProTools 8.
