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Archive for January, 2010

“So To Speak” : New Album released Feb 1st, 2010 !!

The much anticipated new album from Damian is now available Feb 1st!! It will be hitting CDBaby first and spreading from there (and can, of course, always be picked up at any of Damian’s shows). 8 original compositions with an absolutely killing band. Check it out!!

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Featuring:

Damian Erskine: Bass

Reinhardt Melz: Drums, Percussion

Ramsey Embick: PIano

Chris Mosley: Guitar

Rafael Trujilo: Percussion

John Nastos: Tenor

Jason Dumars: Soprano

Paul Mazzio: Trumpet

Derek Rieth: Percussion

Places to buy the album

New CD, “So To Speak” is available ONLINE now!!!

My new album “So To Speak” is available as an online download at Bandcamp.com now! Physical copies will be available Feb everywhere online (and at gigs, of course) and the rest of the digital download sites are to follow, but get yours here first!

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New Album “So To Speak” Coming SOON!!!

Damian Erskine : "So To Speak"

My new Album entitled “So To Speak” featuring 8 original compositions by myself is being printed and pressed right now and will be available by the end of January!!!

Make sure to check:

CDBABY

iTunes

and all other online music sellers. Hope to see you on the road!

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Playing Chords: A Guide for Bassists May 9, 2012
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To Effect or Not to Effect? A Discussion for Bassists May 2, 2012
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Figure: A Look into the Music Making App for iOS April 30, 2012
When it comes to music making apps for iOS, I’ve generally been quite disappointed. Most of what’s out there is convoluted and confusing, making for a poor and often awkward experience. Propellerhead Software is looking to change all that with the release of their newest app, Figure. Figure offers three different voices to work with:... […]
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Choosing the Right Webcam in the Youtube Era April 25, 2012
Q: I am looking at starting a Youtube channel, and I was wondering what you’d suggest for a webcam solution. I’m looking for one that has good audio. Alternatively, what is the best, cheap USB interface to buy? A: As many of you may know, I could stand to focus a little attention to my... […]
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