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Tommy Girvin continues to inspire children musically with his new project

June 18, 2014

Just last we told you about the amazing set that Eddie Money performed at the Thunder Valley Resort for their summer concert series. You can read that earlier post here: Thunder Valley Resort. When we were there, we had the opportunity to talk with guitarist/multi instrumentalist, Tommy Girvin. Last year, we told you about the great work Tommy was doing in keeping music education alive with children. You can read more from that post here: Tommy Girvin Interview. Prior to the Eddie Money set in the 100 + deg temps at Thunder Valley, we were able to chat more with Tommy Girvin and get an update from him about his children’s music program. It was exciting to hear about Mr. Tommy’s Mobile Music Bus and all the fun things he is working on. We are pleased to bring you that interview here: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKzjNDylu40&feature=youtu.be] It is wonderful to see how Tommy is inspiring young children to fall in love with music and I am sure we will be seeing many of his students one day on the big [Read More]

Eddie Money kicks off the Thunder Valley Summer Concert Series with a Shakin’ good time

June 9, 2014

Summer is finally here and one thing is for sure, we love all the summer concert series. Just this past Saturday, we headed up to the Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, CA to cover their first summer show featuring Eddie Money, Loverboy and Rick Springfield. We will featuring all these bands but wanted to start it off right with the awesome set by the Eddie Money Band. Temperatures hit in the 100’s Friday and it was definitely one of the most sweltering afternoons. That didn’t stop the energy that Eddie Money and his band gave to everyone that night. They took to the stage at 6:30 and it was in the high 90’s and there was not an empty seat in the house. They kicked off the set with the crowd favorite, Baby Hold On To Me. What was awesome was that everyone in the crowd, forgot about the sweltering heat and was on their feet dancing and singing along. It was one of the most energetic audiences I have seen in a long [Read More]

Holiday Q and A Special, Part 5

December 22, 2013

Allison Teague Purifoy – Roses Unread, Singer, Jon Stephenson – Digital Summer, Guitarist, Dean Pizzazz – Wayland, Bassist. Adrian Persen – NiteRain, Guitarist, Frank Karlsen – NiteRain, Bassist, Joel Hoekstra – Trans Siberian Orchestra, Guitarist, Tommy Girvin – Eddie Money Band, Guitarist & Mr. Tommy * * * * * Here we go with Part 5 of our Holiday Q and A Special with a whole new batch of musicians and artists.It is that time again, when you deck the halls, pull out the decorations, pour some Eggnog and sing Holiday songs. It is a time to get nostalgic and remember the past holidays. How about others? What was their oddest gift? Favorite Holiday Food? or Whose family tradition is eating the Rib? Here you go, Part 5 of our Holiday Q & A Special where we asked various musician and artists the same questions. In Part 5 we are pleased to feature the following: Allison Teague Purifoy – Roses Unread, Singer Jon Stephenson – Digital Summer, Guitarist Dean Pizzazz – Wayland, Bassist Adrian Persen – NiteRain, Guitarist Frank Karlsen – NiteRain, Bassist Joel Hoekstra – Trans Siberian Orchestra, Guitarist [Read More]

Gear Highlight: Signature Solos using technology to perfect that Solo

November 1, 2013

Have you ever wanted to perfect your favorite solo and just couldn’t quite get it right? Or how about wanting to add those certain solos to repertoire? Yes, you can research tabs or watch videos over and over but how about a quick and easier way??? Signature Solos is the answer for you. They are utilizing today’s technology with application software and have developed a state of the art learning tool that has the visuals you need to hit that right note. Signature Solos have created a guitar app for the Ipad or Iphone that will have you perfecting those famous solos. We had a chance to talk with one of the guitarist, Tommy Girvin (Eddie Money guitarist and founder of Mr. Tommy’s Mobile Music Bus Program) and here is an excerpt of that interview where he explains more about the Signature Solos app: Original Interview post click here Music Junkie Press: So now that we got to know a little more about you, tell us about this iOS Guitar app that you have been working [Read More]

An Interview with Tommy Girvin – talented musician/songwriter who is inspiring children musically

July 9, 2013

Today we bring you an interview with a very talented and busy musician, Tommy Girvin. You might know Tommy from his 25+ year history as lead guitarist for Eddie Money. Tommy has been know for his blazing guitar work for Eddie. Many don’t know about Mr. Tommy who shares his love for music with children, his work in Signature Solos or his solo music career as well. We are pleased to bring you our in depth interview with Tommy Girvin: * * * * * * * * * * * Music Junkie Press: Thank you Tommy for taking the time to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press! You have been quite a busy guy playing and touring with Eddie Money for the past (25+? Correct) years. In addition, you seemed to have find the time with a new app Signature Solos which we will talk about later as well as your latest launch of the Mr. Tommy’s Mobile Music Bus. Wow!, we have so much to talk about here but let’s first [Read More]