It's almost time to hit the road again. This winter the Airplai Band will be in the Caribbean... Yay! I met Monica at a Summer Festival in London, Ontario this year, 2017. Soon after she paid me a visit at the Airplai Studio where we did a bit of musical experimentation (a.k.a. jamming). With Monica's…Read more Cruise Tour Winter 2017 – Airplai Band
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Cruise Tour 2017 – Cabin Jamz no.1
Performing for thousands of people around this world on this Cruise Tour is quite a humbling experience. So many different cultures and languages, yet they are able to experience the music in such beautiful harmony. Being able to touch so many live with this amazing gift is truly amazing. I decided to to share a…Read more Cruise Tour 2017 – Cabin Jamz no.1
The most travel friendly bass on the planet!
It's a great time to be a bass player. From an amazing invention from Paul Tutmarc to an incredible innovation from Leo Fender, the bass guitar has continued it's evolution even to this day with the amazing travel instruments from Chris Stambaugh and Andy Brown from Wing Instruments. I had the pleasure of touring with…Read more The most travel friendly bass on the planet!
Music is Infinite – 20yrs only scratched the surface!
I do believe inspiration can come from just about anywhere. Performing with Monik has taught me so much about myself. Monik is originally from Mexico and her music is heavily influenced by Latin Jazz and Reggaeton, two music forms I have enjoyed over the years, but couldn't find anyone to play it with. Her timing…Read more Music is Infinite – 20yrs only scratched the surface!
Optima Strings – 24 Carat Gold Strings @ Summer NAMM 2017
I met Andre, VP of Optima Strings, on the second day of Summer NAMM 2017. Our introduction to gold strings started when out of the corner of my eye I saw gold reflecting brightly from a Fender Jazz bass as we passed the Optima booth. At first I thought, “that’s silly, someone has put bonze…Read more Optima Strings – 24 Carat Gold Strings @ Summer NAMM 2017
Beatbox Drums @ Summer NAMM 2017
We met Matthew, Beatbox CEO/Founder/Creator, last year at Summer NAMM 2016 and from day one we were impressed. Mat brings out the best in people because of his positive, optimistic and just all around happy demeanor. The Beatbox Drums are designed with travel in mind, based on the fact that it’s a box that transforms…Read more Beatbox Drums @ Summer NAMM 2017
The Tiny Red Bass “Rose” Wing Bass NT6
I have been playing the Wing Bass for over one year and it's been a very awesome experience. Traveling to different locations to perform has been a dream. I enjoyed using the classic Wing Bass and all it had to offer, until Chris Stambaugh and Andy Brown introduced the Wing Bass NT at Bass Bash…Read more The Tiny Red Bass “Rose” Wing Bass NT6
Pirate Pete Tripstick Pro @ Summer NAMM 2017
We met Pirate Pete on day two of Summer NAMM 2017 and found his invention very innovative, practical and just down right awesome. Such a simple idea that's well executed. Being able to play drums with a natural acoustic delay will open up a milion new ideas for drum pattern. Learn more in the video…Read more Pirate Pete Tripstick Pro @ Summer NAMM 2017
Be grateful for what you have.
I sometimes find myself complaining about very minor things and sometimes get down about them too. But then I remind myself to be grateful for what I have because the more time I spend being grateful, the more uplifted I become. Often the things that get us down are things from the past or a…Read more Be grateful for what you have.
Do not listen to the “Ney Sayers”
Throughout my career, I have been told one way or another that I cannot or should not do things. I was told I shouldn’t play multiple instruments, but to focus on only one. I was told I cannot sing and should give my songs to someone who can. Many times in life people will tell…Read more Do not listen to the “Ney Sayers”
Donald Waugh 