Here is how George Martin explained the “very strange” technique employed to achieve the sound: “In order to record the backward guitar on a track like ‘I’m Only Sleeping,’ you work out what your chord sequence is and write down the reverse order of the chords – as they are goin...
The subject matter was close to Lennon’s heart. His lack of routine while away from the rigours of touring left him content to while away the hours at his home in Weybridge, often under the influence of drugs. In an interview with Lennon, published in the Evening Standard on4 March 196...
Throughout the entire two years we dated, small things ate away at my trust in him. He lied and betrayed my trust on a consistent basis. I would explain to him, “I notice everything. You’re probably not going to get away with it, so it’s best just to be honest with me.” T...
After that introduction,Woeseems to move at a much swifter pace. At least by comparison. The guitar chords almost take on something that sounds like keys. The lyrics paint a scene with the singer comparing herself to nature, the vocals are delivered less desperate than before, they sound exha...
I really don’t know the names of those chords. Part of my musical strategy is that I study enough to be astute in all styles, putting aside flamenco guitar. I have a basic knowledge of substitutions and why I should use them. Other than that, I want to react to music. ...
s just their second song to hit No. 1 in Germany and the cinematic music video racked up over 42 million views in a month. “Deutschland” is classic Rammstein, utilizing big synth leads, giant power chords and Till Lindemann’s unmistakable voice. The single is flawlessly composed, ...
pickups in his guitars, and uses 10 inch speakers, whereas I only use the bridge and 12s. On top of that Chris is a really good technical guitar player, whereas I’m a barre chord caveman, so Chris will play chords and notes in different positions to me to just add that subtle ...
Spencer, I have to ask about some of the guitar stuff on the record. Your playing takes in a lot of higher range and discordant stuff rather than just relying on power chords all the time, you’re very subtle with how you do it but you utilise effects/pedals in a very unique way I...