Peavey Electronics has just introduced a new instrument called the Powerslide. Now any guitarist; bottleneck, slide, dobro, pedal steel, bluegrass, or the novice; can wail on the slide guitar. Peavey asked Gypsy if he would provide his talents for the Demo Video. You can see the action at this YouTube url:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXuNbxXbVy8
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The Watchman - GYPSY CARNS - Trailer Trash - August 2, 2008
By R. Scott Bolton
Those who don't think Christian rock can be edgy and raw need do no more than listen to Gypsy Carns' "The Watchman." This is a record that will make you a believer.
Heavily steeped in the spiritual, "The Watchman" plays a little like an older Ted Nugent release. The Detroit City Madman can get a little spiritual himself (think "Fred Bear") but Carns has got him beat with songs entitled "Sound the Trumpet," "Jerusalem in Ruins" "Pray for Love" and more. Carns has the same raw edge and heavy guitar sound that the Nuge puts to good effect, but Carns is a much better vocalist, almost in the old school bluesman style.
The songs are written with fat chords, bluesy solos and hooks that are sharp but not too sweet. Amazingly, the lyrics don't seem like you're being preached to (most of the time) but rather move the song along rather brilliantly. Those who don't want to hear the message behind the music really don't have to.
An irresistible listen throughout, "The Watchman" is highly recommended for everyone but especially fans of Christian rock with real bite.
Performing on "The Watchman" are: Gypsy Carns - guitars, dobro, harmonica, vocals; Joe Scheibelhoffer - drums; Sean O' Bryan Smith - bass; Greg Morrow - drums; Mike Brignardello - bass).
For more information, check out http://www.gypsycarns.com.
By R. Scott Bolton
Those who don't think Christian rock can be edgy and raw need do no more than listen to Gypsy Carns' "The Watchman." This is a record that will make you a believer.
Heavily steeped in the spiritual, "The Watchman" plays a little like an older Ted Nugent release. The Detroit City Madman can get a little spiritual himself (think "Fred Bear") but Carns has got him beat with songs entitled "Sound the Trumpet," "Jerusalem in Ruins" "Pray for Love" and more. Carns has the same raw edge and heavy guitar sound that the Nuge puts to good effect, but Carns is a much better vocalist, almost in the old school bluesman style.
The songs are written with fat chords, bluesy solos and hooks that are sharp but not too sweet. Amazingly, the lyrics don't seem like you're being preached to (most of the time) but rather move the song along rather brilliantly. Those who don't want to hear the message behind the music really don't have to.
An irresistible listen throughout, "The Watchman" is highly recommended for everyone but especially fans of Christian rock with real bite.
Performing on "The Watchman" are: Gypsy Carns - guitars, dobro, harmonica, vocals; Joe Scheibelhoffer - drums; Sean O' Bryan Smith - bass; Greg Morrow - drums; Mike Brignardello - bass).
For more information, check out http://www.gypsycarns.com.
NAMM Show
Gypsy attended and performed at the summer NAMM Show held in Nashville, Tennessee. He is pictured here with a unique guitar made by the Peavey Custom Shop for Jimmy Buffet. The guitar is shaped like a shark with a man's leg coming out the shark's mouth. Pictured in the background is Peavey's latest contribution to the instrument world the POWERSLIDE.
More than a lap steel, you can can play over the top, lap steel, or vertical like a normal guitar. It comes with the steel itself, a uniqely designed 3 point strap, slide bar, and gig bag for about $250.
More than a lap steel, you can can play over the top, lap steel, or vertical like a normal guitar. It comes with the steel itself, a uniqely designed 3 point strap, slide bar, and gig bag for about $250.
Peavey & The Grammies
Peavey Electronics celebrated along with NARAS and the Governor of Mississippi a night of The Blues with Mississippi artists. Favorite Grammy winners like Brandy, Mavis Staples, and Paul Overstreet performed along with Eddie Cotton who dazzeled the crowd with his incredible guitar and vocal renditions of BB King classics. Pictured are Gypsy and Peavey's Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer - Courtland Gray. Gypsy has been nominated for 2 Grammies as a writer for Best Contemporary Blues Recording and Best Traditional Blues Album.
Blues Artist Of The Year
This ain't no April Fools joke. The Blues Preacher was awarded "BLUES ARTIST OF THE YEAR" over the weekend in a ceremony held in Franklin, TN. The independent global music organization INDIEHEAVEN held their annual CIA SUMMIT and winners were announced for the MOMENTUM AWARDS.
Gypsy won the Blues category for his Blues Ministry and new CD The Watchman. Founder and CEO Keith Mohr stated: "GYPSY.. the real deal.. swamp blues right from the heart.. great music!!"
Gypsy won the Blues category for his Blues Ministry and new CD The Watchman. Founder and CEO Keith Mohr stated: "GYPSY.. the real deal.. swamp blues right from the heart.. great music!!"