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The chord the guy is playing is called D/F# (2X023X). It's a connector /walk down chord than transitions G major to E minor. It can also be played as (2X0232)....

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SouthPaw41L

Here's one that falls under the "weird shaped "category. This is so cool!!!

http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/ … f020a47ca5

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SouthPaw41L

T-bone is the man! He's got that surf-a-billy sound down! I really like the Plant/Krauss CD.

Yes elixirs are top notch quality. If I'm recording my acoustic via mic, I always use elixirs.
   
      However, when playing out with a guitar that's equipped with an active pick-up, I'll use  inexpensive nickle strings. The nickle strings don't sound as good as bronze or phosphor strings without amplification and EQ. But after running my guitar through  my set-up ,  I find that all the strings I've used sound pretty much the same. (out of the amps & P.A)

        The main advantage of nickle strings is the minimal diminshment of sound quality over the life of the string. They sound almost the same before they break as they do when I  first put 'em on. Consistency of sound and tone makes mixing and getting that "special, just the way I like it" sound much easier to attain.

But yeah Ken, I'm in agreement with you regarding the excellent sound and quality of elixir strings. If one is playing in a pure acoustic setting, it'd be tough to find a better sounding pack of strings. They got it goin' on.......

Peace and Guitars,
SouthPaw41L

Hi Cam,
Sounds to me you're looking for that warm, rich, slightly grumblin' overdrivish sort of sound. Without actually seeing your amp and knowing what you're working with, I can't give you solid advice. I bet this will though!  Here's a web site( tone settings) and decent forum designed just for the question you ask and advice you seek.

http://forums.tonesettings.com/

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SouthPaw41L

If you're promoting the use of a drum machine in live performance ,you should give serious consideration to changing your handle.  The re-a-zille Stevie Ray ain't gonna go for none a that cre-ah-zapp........heha :#/

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SouthPaw41L

I would look into looping if you're set on backing accompaniment.

"What is live looping?

Live looping is a new way to create music which can be used with any style and instrument. The musician creates his own background by recording bits of his playing during the music and has them looping as long as he needs them or repeating whenever he calls them back. The consequences are:

for the public:

One or two musicians can create the sound of a whole orchestra all live. As opposed to a real orchestra or prerecorded/programmed music, you can follow the way it is created, because all you hear is once the only thing that is played in front of you, all the rest ist just the repetition of it.
As opposed to a keyboard type of one man band, usually all sounds come from real instruments, so you get the personal touch, the expression from the heart to the string or skin or mouthpiece rather than a computer that follows some algorithm.
There is a big range of musical styles being performed this way, but usually loopers interpret in their own way. The music builds and transforms more fluent, since it all comes out of the same brain. There is a lot more space for improvisation, which means that loopers are more flexible to adapt to a certain situation. Also, since the player has support from the looping tool that keeps a base going out of what he just played, he does not have the stress to keep playing. Whenever he drops a stick, has a lack of inspiration or wants to sip on his drink, the show goes on.
The result is a relaxed feeling of freedom and spontaneity that you hardly could find in any other kind of music.

for the contractor:

Since Live loopers need some equipment to treat their sound, they usually bring their microphones and mixers, so all you have to offer is a stereo input to the house speaker system.
Since the music is bult electronically, it can be made almost at any volume.
Since most loopers play alone or in duo, the stage does not need to be very big. They may need a space for a rack and maybe several instruments.

for the musician:

The live looping tools have to be learned to use like an instrument. They work like an acoustic mirror, so the looper is much more used to just listen to his music than a ordinary live performer. He continues reacting to what he just did and thus goes alone through an intensive process to search for the impact his expression has. It is like a self therapy. So it is also interesting for musicians that do not want to go out on stage and may not have virtuous skills on their instruments. By repeating phrases, they can find their origins and meanings and have fun and enlightenment with simple ideas and by composing in several layers that they would not be able to play at once.
A typical shift is from chords to melodies: instead of seeking sequences of chords, we rather overdub several melodies which then end up in chords that can make more sense and be more complex than what we could compose at once. Therefore, looping is also an excellent tool for composing music which then can be written and executed the traditional way. Often, the character of Live Looping music remains in such composition although not performed this way.

for practicing traditional playing:

Many loop live at home to learn rhythmic precision which becomes obvious in loops and practicing melodies over a loop of chords. Teachers loop their pupils to show them where their oddities are and make them aware of the expression they have. "

Any John, Joe, or Mark can push a button that reads "play" and have a full band sound behind them. Audiences will appreciate the authenticity of  observing and hearing a true musician do their thing with absolutely zero pre-recorded music. No posing here in this arena.........Just some thoughts to think about. Good luck, let us know how it goes for you.

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SouthPaw41L

Numri,
Welcome to Chordie first off. You've stated that you're new to music and the application thereof. Given this information let's keep it simple and basic.

  You have a C harmonica. Therefore the songs to get you started should be in the key of  C. A good,simple progression such as C, G, F will be good to begin with. (like Helpless by Neil Young)
When you get bored with this move on to a C Am F G progression. Relax as you play your harp an do the best you can to blend in with, and not 'overplay' . Many times less is better. Start with a few good notes here and there. Don't drown a tune with too many notes. Color a tune with your harp, don't spray paint all over the entire canvas of a tune.......

As you improve and progress we can get into the 'cross harp'(G draw C blow) theory and application thereof..... Stick with the basics to start. Have fun, enjoy the jams...... crawl then walk, walk then run............

Congrats Lieven! I dig(really like) your new axe. You got yourself a well deserved gem of a guitar. Hope you enjoy it.

Peace and Guitars,
SouthPaw41L

Hows 'bout this 'un?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZmDWltBziM&NR=1

I love the song.....

What got me 'deep gut laughing' was when the boys wrote the names of the grooms' ex-girlfriends on the car windows.  And the huge granny bloomers sent me over the edge. Those guys are devilishly funny!!!

Yeah, have a beer, chillax, retune yer guitar with a big ole happy beer-buzz grin on your face. Then I betcha your guitar and you will sound lots better.....

Peace and Guitars,
SouthPaw41L