Six String Bliss: The Guitar Podcast

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Episode 163: Interview with Steve Vai! Aug 20, 2009

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Episode 163: Interview with Steve Vai!Steve Vai stops by for a discussion of his upcoming live DVD, Where the Wild Things Are. Plus Pipes and PT discuss the virtues of a great live album, internet radio and the biggest guitar news story of the year. Steve Vai stops by for a discussion of his upcoming live DVD, Where the Wild Things Are.Check out www.vai.com and be sure to pick up Where the Wild Things Are when it drops on September 29th!

Pipes and PT discuss the merits of a great live album.

Pipes and PT will be playing live at Evil Squirrel comics in Chicago on August 22nd with the band Wednesday Heroes. Come check them out and heckle.www.wednesdayheroes.com

Guitar News from www.guitarnewsdaily.com:There is only one guitar news story this weekRIP Les Paul. You will be missed.Pipes and PT compete on Twitter. Follow us at www.twitter.com/sixstringblissPipes debates the merits of internet radio. Pandora vs. Slacker, decide for yourself:http://www.pandora.com/http://www.slacker.com/

The documentary 'It Might Get Loud' hits limited screens to positive reviews.

Bliss Army song: My Wasted Youth by My Sister's DiaryCheck out their album, "My Wasted Youth" available on iTunes and CD Baby.

Discuss the episode on the forum, email us at sixstringbliss@gmail.com or give us a call at 206-203-3738.

Episode 162: Glad to Be Here Aug 10, 2009

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Episode 162: Glad to Be Here Pipes, PT and special guest Larry dissect Ron Bumblefoot Thal's 2008 album Abnormal. www.bumblefoot.com Guitar News from www.guitarnewsdaily.com: Cobain Statue Ignites Controversy. Van Smashed into Guitar Repair Shop. Guitars in Hotel Rooms! Pipes and PT share some tips for picking up gear at a great price. Being flexible and open to new companies and sounds is key! Discuss the episode on the forum, email us at sixstringbliss@gmail.com or give us a call at 206-203-3738.

Summer NAMM 2009! Jul 27, 2009

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Clint and Alicia Searcy 'jack the Bliss for this special Summer NAMM 2009 "House of Zog South" episode. Get a feel for what it's like at Music City's version of NAMM, including literally bumping into this week's GoW!

Episode 160: Guitarists at Large Jul 21, 2009

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Pipes and PT discuss recent developments in life and how their guitar playing has been affected. Plus, GoW Zakk Wylde.

Episode 159: Cross Genres Jul 09, 2009

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Could you learn a new genre of guitar in two weeks? If you had to, how would you go about learning a completely new style? Pipes and PT lay down some tips for picking up a new genre.

Episode 158: Surviving in a Band Jul 03, 2009

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Would you rather be in a good band you can't stand or a crummy band you love? If you found a winning group, would you comprise your vision or split over creative differences? Pipes and PT take a look at these and other quandaries that face those who attempt to survive in band.

Episode 157: Interview with Author and Critic Greg Kot! Jun 26, 2009

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Greg Kot, host of the radio show Sound Opinions and music critic for the Chicago Tribune, joins us to discuss innovation, the future of the musician and his book Ripped.

Episode 156: Interview with Isis Guitarist Mike Gallagher Jun 15, 2009

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Mike Gallagher of the metal band Isis comes on the Bliss to discuss touring, his new album and writing great metal.

Episode 155: Interview with Les Claypool! Jun 09, 2009

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Pipes and PT celebrate Four String Bliss with legendary bassist Les Claypool. Les talks about his new album, his instruments and Sir George Martin.

Episode 155: Interview with Les Claypool! Jun 09, 2009

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Pipes and PT celebrate Four String Bliss with legendary bassist Les Claypool. Les talks about his new album, his instruments and Sir George Martin.