Artist description Energetic mix of instrumental rock guitar with thundering rhythms, searing melodies, and a funky groove.

Music Style Instrumental Rock

Musical Influences Joe Satriani, Kirk Hammet, George Lynch, Steve Vai, Eric Johnson, Crystal Method, Rammstein

Similar Artists Joe Satriani, Kirk Hammet, George Lynch, Steve Vai, Eric Johnson

Artist History XMSN performs an energetic mix of instrumental rock guitar with thundering rhythms, searing melodies, and a funky groove. Drawing from his influences of Joe Satriani, George Lynch, Kirk Hammett, and many others, his technical wizardry and colorful phrasing have earned him high praise among his peers locally and throughout the nation. Each of his single releases on MP3.com has been in the top of the instrumental rock charts. "Audio Illusion", "Uvula Groove", "Crystal Caverns", and his latest single "Devil Boy" have been the favored songs on MP3.com with "Uvula Groove" reaching number 13 on the instrumental rock charts and earning him the #1 Rock Artist in the Hawaii region numerous times.

Group Members Eric Schmidt-guitars, bass, drum, programming, synth & keyboards ; Ryan Selzer-drums on "Sanctum"

Instruments Washburn MG-340, Ibanez 'Frankenstein', Epiphone Bass

Albums Transmission available NOW !! Includes two bonus tracks.

Press Reviews MP3.COM/STATIONS/MOUTH OF MALEVOLENCE : "An incredibly pleasing metal instrumental with driving drum beats and head-ringing guitars. This song has no need for vocals, the music is great on it's very own!" ****************************************************************************************************** Malice : "I really liked the composition!" ****************************************************************************************************** Kathy : "I just found your site and listened to Moonlit Beach. It is a very nice song. I hope you do some more songs like that one." ****************************************************************************************************** S.S. : "I love "Moonlit Beach" it reminds me of a wonderful night with a first kiss, soft and nervous, sweet and kind. Leaving you wanting more. I love them all but this one would have to be my favorite." ****************************************************************************************************** WWW.MP3.COM/OBSCURARE: "This piece was fucking sick! ...keep it up!" ****************************************************************************************************** Sandy: "I just wanted to tell you I really like your site." ****************************************************************************************************** WWW.MP3.COM/PROGX: "...nice stuff, man!! in LOVE with Devil Boy...that is some smokin' dope!" ****************************************************************************************************** MP3.COM/STATIONS/LISTENMORE: "...a great delay effect is featured on the guitar, causing the parts to "leap" together in unity. It kinda' makes me feel like I'm in a cavern." ****************************************************************************************************** MP3.COM/STATIONS/ALTROCKELECTRO: "Great guitar work!" ****************************************************************************************************** WWW.MP3.COM/TEDEKMAN: "Hey Eric! I just wanted to compliment you on your music. Brilliant and inspiring! I really enjoyed "Overdrive". ****************************************************************************************************** M. - NEW ZEALAND: "...I have listened to your tracks and I'd have to say ...That's some bloody awesome music you've got there". ****************************************************************************************************** MP3.COM/STATIONS/INSTRUMENTAL_FUSION: "...soon after the mesmerizing intro..."Crystal Caverns" moves into very rhythmic guitar work ...you end up wishing it would never end..." ****************************************************************************************************** MP3.COM/STATIONS/AU ALTERNATION: "What a man, this guitarist is just full on brilliant, great tune, you need this one in your collection." ****************************************************************************************************** IUMA.COM BAND: POWERTRIP: "Great Instrumental Metal! The grooves are kicking and the melody haunting. Keep it up! Especially like the 'Uvula Groove' track. Killer grooves that scream power and masterful guitar styling!" ****************************************************************************************************** WWW.MP3.COM/FLESHPEDDLERS: "I really enjoyed what I heard! Keep up the nice work and good luck with the music. ****************************************************************************************************** KARI - RELATIVEMUSIC.COM: "You sound great! Your song "Uvula Groove" is awesome!" ****************************************************************************************************** Skip B.: "Very, Very Great Music! I am impressed! You can play the guitar very well!!" ****************************************************************************************************** WWW.MP3.COM/DREAM_WOLF: "...Audio Illusion. I love the guitar, great instrumental song. I'll be listening frequently." ****************************************************************************************************** WWW.MP3.COM/CLIFF_HOUCK: "Nice stuff! Good production too."

Location Honolulu, HI - USA

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