Shonn Hinton
from Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch Hosted by Greg Koch / Shonn Hinton
Shonn has received accolades for his guitar work with many superstars, including Mary J Blige, John Legend, Jill Scott, Jay Z, Lil Wayne, Patti LaBelle, Gym Class Heroes, and Carol King. His own Milwaukee-based band Shotgun has been making waves nationally. Greg and Shonn get into the details of the many facets of Shonn's musical life! 1:45 - The pandemic, and Shonn’s focus on his solo project ‘Shonn Hinton & Shotgun’ 6:33 - Shonn’s relationship with guitarist and ‘CTG’ guest Scott Sharrard, that time Greg Koch filled in for Shonn at his church gig, and the beauty of Gospel music 15:34 - Shonn’s transition from playing in the Church to playing R&B with Mary J. Blige & John Legend 23:05 - Playing with Mary J. Blige - no charts, preparation, and vibe - and the gear involved (it’ll surprise you) 34:52 - Jill Scott, and the freedom she allowed her band 36:57 - How Shonn juggles his schedule, his business mindset as a writer and arranger, and playing recently with Jubu Smith 51:33 - The future is bright for Shonn Hinton 59:59 - What new music has Shonn excited Total Length: 69:36 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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Shonn has received accolades for his guitar work with many superstars, including Mary J Blige, John Legend, Jill Scott, Jay Z, Lil Wayne, Patti LaBelle, Gym Class Heroes, and Carol King. His own Milwaukee-based band Shotgun has been making waves nationally. Greg and Shonn get into the details of the many facets of Shonn's musical life! 1:45 - The pandemic, and Shonn’s focus on his solo project ‘Shonn Hinton & Shotgun’ 6:33 - Shonn’s relationship with guitarist and ‘CTG’ guest...
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- 1:45 The pandemic, and Shonn’s focus on his solo project ‘Shonn Hinton & Shotgun’
- 6:33 Shonn’s relationship with guitarist and ‘CTG’ guest Scott Sharrard, that time Greg Koch filled in for Shonn at his church gig, and the beauty of Gospel music
- 15:34 Shonn’s transition from playing in the Church to playing R&B with Mary J. Blige & John Legend
- 23:05 Playing with Mary J. Blige - no charts, preparation, and vibe - and the gear involved (it’ll surprise you)
- 34:52 Jill Scott, and the freedom she allowed her band
- 36:57 How Shonn juggles his schedule, his business mindset as a writer and arranger, and playing recently with Jubu Smith
- 51:33 The future is bright for Shonn Hinton
- 59:59 What new music has Shonn excited
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