Elliot Easton
from Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch Hosted by Greg Koch / Elliot Easton
Elliot Easton redefined what it means to be a guitar hero as a founding member of The Cars. His melodic and concise solos are absolutely essential to those classic Cars records. Elliot and Greg connect about The Cars, Elliot's early years, and his individual approach to the guitar! 1:36 - The latest and greatest with Elliot as the pandemic winds its way down (hopefully) 5:57 - A young Elliot growing up in New York and his obsession with guitar from early on 14:49 - Elliot’s time with The Cars and his approach to soloing 23:04 - The formation of The Cars 31:29 - The evolution of early The Cars arrangements, and the fashion decisions behind the band 33:21 - Elliots rig when touring regularly with The Cars 36:33 - Performing and playing as a Lefty 42:49 - Downtime with the guitar - practice versus play 46:57 - Elliot’s first show (will blow your mind) Total Length: 58:37 Fishman Dedicated to helping musicians achieve the truest sound possible whenever they plug-in. Wildwood Guitars One of the world’s premier retailers of exceptional electric and acoustic guitars. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Elliot Easton redefined what it means to be a guitar hero as a founding member of The Cars. His melodic and concise solos are absolutely essential to those classic Cars records. Elliot and Greg connect about The Cars, Elliot's early years, and his individual approach to the guitar! 1:36 - The latest and greatest with Elliot as the pandemic winds its way down (hopefully) 5:57 - A young Elliot growing up in New York and his obsession with guitar from early on 14:49 - Elliot’s time with The Car...
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- 1:36 The latest and greatest with Elliot as the pandemic winds its way down (hopefully)
- 5:57 A young Elliot growing up in New York and his obsession with guitar from early on
- 14:49 Elliot’s time with The Cars and his approach to soloing
- 23:04 The formation of The Cars
- 31:29 The evolution of early The Cars arrangements, and the fashion decisions behind the band
- 33:21 Elliot’s rig when touring regularly with The Cars
- 36:33 Performing and playing as a Lefty
- 42:49 Downtime with the guitar - practice versus play
- 46:57 Elliot’s first show (will blow your mind)
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