Monthly Archives: July 2011

So you’re not Eric Clapton

Posted on July 27, 2011 by jamiebobamie

It’s not about the talent in your family, the size of your hands or whether or not you look like Sheryl Crow. Learning an instrument is about desire and sweat. Period. Eric Clapton started just where you did, holding a … Continue reading →

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Through rain, through sleet, through smoking monitors

Posted on July 20, 2011 by jamiebobamie

I looked out from back stage and frowned at the black clouds hanging low in the sky. The act currently performing was pushed back under a cover, first from the sheets of water, then hail. I was next. I stepped … Continue reading →

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Buying your first guitar

Posted on July 13, 2011 by jamiebobamie

You’ve always had that burning desire to learn “Stairway to Heaven” or maybe you just want to be able to strum a Taylor Swift tune – what’s your first step? Unless you plan to win a Grammy for air guitar … Continue reading →

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Home is where the chocolate is

Posted on July 6, 2011 by jamiebobamie

If it was only that easy. I never travel without a supply of dark chocolate and while that helps when I’m bunking in yet another anonymous Super 8, it’s not all the comfort I need. One of the hardest things … Continue reading →

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