Guitar Interactive Magazine | 4 months ago

Richie Kotzen has long been a formidable force in music. His latest single, "Cheap Shots," not only reaffirms his musical mastery but also sets the stage for an electrifying new album, 'Nomad,' due this September. With an extensive series of live shows set to take place across the U.S., Kotzen gives an exclusive interview with Guitar Interactive Magazine, sharing insights into the creative process that has shaped his career evolution, advice given to him as a musician, and much more.

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Interview Chapters

0:00 - Introduction
0:09 - Interview start
0:19 - Richie’s Love for Playing in the UK
2:06 - Richie’s Live Rig for the Tour
3:04 - The Magic of the Marshall 1959 Amplifier
4:40 - Choosing Speakers and Cabinets for Live Sound
5:47 - Developing the Tech 21 Fly Rig Pedal
7:12 - Beta Testing a New Wah Pedal
8:18 - Digital Gear vs. Analog Gear
8:55 - Richie Kotzen's Writing Process
10:37 - Capturing Song Ideas on the Go
13:07 - Reflecting on Writer’s Block and Creativity
15:05 - Early Musical Influences
17:24 - Learning Guitar Techniques from Legends
19:53 - Evolution of Richie’s Playing Style
21:27 - Visualising the Fretboard
24:55 - Joining Stanley Clarke’s Band
26:55 - Shrapnel Records Era and Early Albums
29:19 - Transition from Instrumental Guitar to Singer songwriter
32:20 - The Live in Sao Paulo Performance
35:21 - New Album 'Nomad' Release Preview
37:15 - Future Plans


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