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Started playing bass at 15. It was Danko Jones who inspired me to play at all, and in a small town I couldn't be picky on what I can get my hands on, so I bought a squire with pride. Obtained a B.C. Rich guitar months later. Moved to the city at 17. At 19 joined my first metal band as a bassist which ended at 20. Joined a bass heavy rock band, which I loved being in whole heartily. I now wait to venture into a new project. For the time being though, I am exploring my abilities as a writer.

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery ...

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery …

By Francis The Grin Gray I have come across a few critical opinions. Everyone is entitled to such and should carry the right to it as much as their right to breath, but one also must consider the effect of what is being said. I have heard it said that some individuals dislike companies like […]

Seven Deadly Strings

Seven Deadly Strings

10, 11, 12 stringed guitars? Where does the madness end?

ESP LTD Elite

ESP LTD Elite

Master Luthiery found in ESP’s new LTD-ELITE Line-UP!

Rocksmith - Worth the Money?

Rocksmith – Worth the Money?

Rocksmith – Game or Educational Tool?

I Didn't Know!

I Didn’t Know!

Movie Stars who are also Rock Stars … Keanu Reeves, Kevin Bacon, Kevin Costner & more ..

Overhauled and Bastardized

Overhauled and Bastardized

A true story on a custom job …

VOX DelayLab - 30 Pedals in 30 Days 2012

VOX DelayLab – 30 Pedals in 30 Days 2012

The Vox Delaylab is the beakers and test tubes to your mad scientist dreams…

METAL PEDALS : 30 Pedals in 30 Days 2012

METAL PEDALS : 30 Pedals in 30 Days 2012

From the heart of New Jersey, I give you METAL PEDALS …

Rip it Up.  Literally ...

Rip it Up. Literally …

Natural wear and tear is great for personalization … you can truly say “this one is mine.

Moshpits, Circlepits, Slamdance and the Wall of Death!

Moshpits, Circlepits, Slamdance and the Wall of Death!

“Before fire was discovered, it was rhythm that was the cause and fire was the effect”