Even pricks like pumpkins!
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
New Method of 'Live Looping' Helps Musician Play On
I have something called
Ataxia, a relatively unknown neurological condition. Fortunately for me, mine
is progressing slowly. Basically, all my
coordination is starting to deteriorate, and sadly that includes my ability to
play guitar the way I want. However, I have started to experiment with live
looping. I have attached a guitar synth to my guitar, and play bass, piano,
synth, guitar, etc... live from the guitar synth and then loop them to create a
full band. I run everything through a delay pedal, a phase shifter, and I have
at least one other pedal, and I manipulate the sounds live, so I get to be a
composer, musician, and audio engineer all at the same time, and not a lot of
people get to do that, so I am lucky. I am not thrilled about having Ataxia,
but I am happy to be forging my own path, and am the first person, that I know
of, to be doing what I'm doing. People do live looping, but not like this.
Examples of what I am currently doing can be viewed at: http://www.loopytunes.nyc/looping-videos.html
I also have two more CDs
that I am planning for release although they are slow going. Fortunately, all
the guitar parts were recorded while I could still play the way I wanted before
my Ataxia progressed to where it is now. Because of my Ataxia, playing with a
band is out of the question, which is why I'm working on the live looping, it
allows me to create, and perform live, but as they say, necessity is the mother
of invention, so maybe that's why I'm the first to do what I do, no one else
has had to do it!
What is Ataxia?
The word "ataxia", comes
from the Greek word, " a taxis" meaning "without order or
incoordination". The word Ataxia means without coordination. People with Ataxia
have problems with coordination because parts of the nervous system that
control movement and balance are affected. Ataxia may affect the fingers,
hands, arms, legs, body, speech, and eye movements.
What are Common Symptoms?
Symptoms and time of onset vary
according to the type of Ataxia. In fact there are often variations even within
the same family with the same type of Ataxia. Recessive disorders commonly
cause symptoms to begin in childhood rather than adulthood. However, in recent
years since genetic testing became available, it is now known that ataxia often
begins in the 20s or 30s or even later in life.
Typically balance and coordination are affected first. Lack
of coordination of hands, arms, and legs, and slurring of speech are other
common symptoms. Walking becomes difficult and is characterized by walking with
feet placed further apart to compensate for poor balance. Impaired coordination
of the arms and hands affect a person's ability to perform tasks requiring fine
motor control such as writing and eating. Slow eye movements can be seen in
some forms of Ataxia. As time goes on, Ataxia can affect speech and swallowing.
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
THE MEDICINE MAKERS LIVE AT THE TRASH BAR
THE MEDICINE MAKERS LIVE AT THE TRASH BAR
The Medicine Makers are a rock band from New York City. They have been playing live at various venues throughout New York City to perfect their sound, which often draws comparisons to The Doors and Pink Floyd but with more of a hard-driven, rhythmic sound.They take the stage at exactly 10:00pm!!!
Arrive early! They play for only 45 minutes, and they are very punctual with their times.
We had a big showing last time here – let’s keep the mojo rollin’!
Open Bar 7-8pm. Drink specials after 1am.
Although young, The Medicine Makers are made up of educating and performing veterans of the New York City music scene. Led by Ger Stevens as lead vocalist and bassist, their repertoire and fan base continue to increase. Born with the ability to construct a song properly, Ger Stevens has been the band’s main songwriter since its inception.
The Medicine Makers have gone through several line-up changes, but have solidified their roster with Allen Childs on guitar, Daniel Mauck on keyboards and guitar, and Paul Faust on drums. This line-up has been delighting critics and fans alike, with well-crafted songs, a tight and raw sound, and a highly engaging and energetic live show.
With their solid line-up and locked-in sound, The Medicine Makers will be recording some new material in the spring of 2014. This new recording is sure to catch the ears of many in the music industry and help add many fans to their already substantial fan base.
A new recording, great songs, and a continually impressive live show will help secure 2014 as a breakout year for the Medicine Makers, proving they are a world class rock act. Don't miss any opportunity to catch The Medicine Makers in New York City before they become a national act.
To learn more about the band, and for show dates, please visit them at:
http://www.themedicinemakers.com
Friday, May 30, 2014
Saturday, March 15, 2014
The Medicine Makers rockin' live at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn!
The Medicine Makers rockin' live at The Trash Bar in Brooklyn!
Check them out at: http://www.reverbnation.com/themedicinemakers
Monday, February 17, 2014
The Medicine Makers live at The Leftfield
Got some fun shots of The Medicine Makers at The Leftfield Saturday night. Check them out at: http://www.reverbnation.com/themedicinemakers
http://www.reverbnation.com/themedicinemakers
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Ian C. Bouras | The Certainty of Being Found | CD Baby Music Store
Ian C. Bouras | The Certainty of Being Found | CD Baby Music Store
"This stunning collection of 12 mind blowing tracks presents a sensational, unique and superb sonic space to bask in...This kind of music has the power to get people intellectually stimulated while filling the void created by much of today’s music." --- Drew Blackwell (Rock and Roll View)
"a complex, amazing and dramatic album what else can I say in the end?" --- Christopher Eaton (Indieshark)
"a fascinating-melodic-melancholy but truthful collection of melodic ambient jazz that reveals all the a-typical conventions of chill, dub, Reggae, and even Experimental" --- Skope Magazine
"blend of Reggae grooves, Jazz, Chill-Dub and Motion picture type melodies" --- Music Emissions
"a masterful blend of Vintage Improvised Experimental Smooth Jazz, and Progressive Jazz" --- All Whats Rock
"twists and turns the way great albums should with much in the way of harmonic goodness" ---Vents Magazine
"moody, engaging, multi-section composition draws the listener in like a movie, as if each section (including Spanish guitar & reggae melodica) is a character in a drama that’s unfolding" --- Music Connection
"cool musical experience...deep emotions in every track...pure mind clearing music" --- T.H.I.N. Magazine
"keeps you on the edge of your seat...contains unexpected elements that make the listener question his or her perception...an air of mystery to the entire collection...Way Cool!" --- Phosphorescence Magazine
"smokin’ and tasty dub, made with a dry rub of Spanish spices...Refreshing dub licks melt into rich harmonics that ping softly into sweetly picked melodies" ---Hypnagogue
"unexpected thematic twists...quite intriguing...something a bit different for the discerning listener” --- Awareness Magazine
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