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Noble Rebels at Cash Only
Gonzo & The Noble Rebels return to action for a special event in Syracuse, NY on January 13. We’re performing at the CASH ONLY! Celebrating the Music & Legend of the Original Man in Black fundraising event for the Wounded Warriors project. Join us and nearly 20 other local/regional acts performing music inspired by rockabilly,…
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Stargroove at Lakedrum
Here’s a clip of my original song “Belong” performed by my band Stargroove. For the Thanksgiving (Eve) Throw Down my band Stargroove played an impromptu show in Geneva, NY on November 22, 2023. Hosted by Lake Drum Brewing. Here’s a clip from the show with us performing my original song “Belong”. Featuring Anson Stiles (bass),…
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Ballard Ballad by LoneGonzo
Here’s a clip from my Sunday Solo Jazz livestream on November 19, 2023. This is an original song called “Ballard Ballad” that I wrote about 24 years ago while living in Seattle, WA. This was recorded live in my home studio in Geneva, NY. Buy Me a Cup of Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lonegonzo “Ballard Ballad” Lyrics and…
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Duo with Perry Cleaveland
Perry Cleaveland is one of my favorite collaborators. He is the co-founder of my acoustic group WhorlWood with Doug Henrie on upright bass. We often work as a duo. Here’s a live recording of a gig we played at Star Cider in Canandaigua, NY Lone Gonzo + Perry Cleaveland Live by Michael George Gonzalez
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WhorlWood Showcase
Michael George Gonzalez with Perry Cleaveland and Doug Henrie performing at: Quiote by Rio Tomatlán Presents The Meyer & McGuire Songwriters Concert Series in the upstairs of Rio Tomatlán, 106 Bemis Street, Canandaigua, NY
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Songwriter Showcase
My acoustic project WhorlWood performed two sets of my original music on December 16, 2018 in Canandaigua, NY. This recurring event has been curated and presented for the past several years a Finger Lakes based acoustic duo Meyer and McGuire. This playlist show cased a few of the songs played. Visit my website to learn…
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Guitar Triads: Three Note Chords
What is a chord? A Chord is a group of three or more notes played together. Three note chords are called Triads. These basic triads are fundamental building blocks of harmony. The first note of the triad is called the Root Note (1). The root note is also what gives the chord its name. The…
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Soulo [album]
Soulo was recorded live during a solo performance at the Beale Street Cafe. This solo performance featured smooth vocals, a looper, and his vintage Alvarez acoustic. Layering vocals and guitar lines with seamless precision. [products ids=”4111,4096,4097,4115″]
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Female Singer Sought [Finger Lakes]
Thanks for taking a moment to read this post. Please feel free to share with your friends or refer me to potential singers and musicians you know. I am searching for a female vocalist for a new recording/performance project. She should be comfortable singing both smooth and powerful on music that draws from styles including…
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New Album Bundle
Thank you for viewing my new 3 Album Bundle! I’ve written lots of new material for an album to begin production later this year. As an independent artist I handle everything myself without a record label, booking agent, or manager. Funding for my projects comes out of my own pocket, plus the support of fans,…
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Newshade [album]
Newshade is the latest studio album from Michael George. This recording demonstrates his versatility and the diversity of Michael's musical influences. Newshade explores interpretations of jazz, roots, blues, and bossa nova music… [products ids=”4096,4097,4111,4115″] …After a decade living, studying and performing in the Pacific Northwest Michael returned home to upstate New York in 2006. This…
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Solo Acoustic [playlist]
Acoustic guitarist Michael George began as a singer. Since he was a child has sung songs of all styles. During his school years he participated in many choirs and vocal ensembles. He receive private voice lessons throughout his youth and won top honors and solo competitions. All these years of lyrics and melodies had an…
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Roots Music
Preview music samples performed by the Rhythm Committee led by Michael George. You’ll find a mix of live and studio recordings that showcase Michael playing blues, rock, funk, and RnB flavors with his soulful trio. [products ids=”4096,4097,4111,4115″]
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Twelve Bar Blues
Each genre of music has certain characteristics that distinguish it from other musical styles. These familiar attributes can be found in the rhythms, chords, and notes. Blues music is based on a common song form with three basic chords. This form is commonly called the twelve bar blues because it contains 12 measures. Typically contains…
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Common Blues Rhythms
After learning the common cowboy chords and strumming patterns many guitar players are unsure how to develop their rhythmic approach to get variety in their sound. Studying the common blues rhythms can add interest and style to your playing no matter what kind of music you play. In this lesson guitarist and composer Michael George…
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