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Old 11-13-2009, 07:49 PM   #9 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Anacrusis View Post
Well, there's no thread about Derek Trucks yet, so I thought I'd make one. This man's playing is simply amazing. He is without a doubt one of the most influential slide guitarists of this generation. His music combines so many unique elements and genres. Agree?
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Originally Posted by Hanakoa View Post
Totally! Trucks is not only inspired by blues artists, but also east indian Sarod players too. I believe his diversity adds alot to the nature of his sound. Another interesting tidbit is that he avoids using effects, he likes to just plug his guitar into the amp.

Personally I like his work with the Allman Brothers Band, espically seen live at Beacon Theater DVD. Check out Soulshine from that DVD, an amazing example of his soulful slide playing (Warren Haynes rocks too!).
I gotta agree 100% with you both. Derek is phenomenal, you can just tell when its him playing slide. It has its own "Voice" for lack of a better word.
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