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YouTube: Rikki Don't Lose That Number Solo
Friday September 5, 2008
Steely Dan fans will want to take a look at this instructional video which walks viewers through playing the solo to "Rikki Don't Lose That Number" on acoustic guitar. Rick Ruskin, the instructor in the video, initially plays the whole solo, then breaks it down piece by piece. Even though Ruskin moves slowly, this is nonetheless a challenging piece of music to play... intended for intermediate and advanced guitarists.
George Clinton MP3 Available for Free Download
Wednesday September 3, 2008
This is a solid funk-blues from Clinton's new album George Clinton and His Gangsters of Love, slated for release on September 16, 2008. The song, titled "Ain't That Peculiar", features rare guest appearances by both Sly Stone (keyboard solo with vocals) and El Debarge. Follow the link to download the mp3 of George Clinton's "Ain't That Peculiar". The song is available for direct download - no registration of any type is required. It's a pretty good track - worth a download!
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