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Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 1 2009, 10:58 PM
Hello everybody!! 
Finally I finished this video for GI 2009,
it's still not on GI page cause heat 2 is starting in few days,
that's when I'm gonna enter the competition.
Anyhow, here's the link to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-sizjxwUK8&fmt=18.
tell me what you think!!
Posted by: Tolek Jan 1 2009, 11:02 PM
I´ve seen that clip two times and I can´t get enough. It sounds so awesome, Muris! Good luck in the competition. I´ll have to save some money for my ticket to London. 
Edit: I´m watching it for the 3 time now. And in the bed I´ll watch it again.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 1 2009, 11:03 PM
That's very kind Tolek,cheers!
Posted by: audiopaal Jan 1 2009, 11:04 PM
Now that's what I call playing a guitar
Awesome Muris!!!
Hopefully you'll win it this time
Posted by: skennington Jan 1 2009, 11:06 PM
My God Muris, you played that with absolute conviction! I had to listen twice! The confidence in your expressions says it all IMO. Wish you all the best in the competition and rest assured I'll give you a vote!
Posted by: Caelumamittendum Jan 1 2009, 11:08 PM
Awesome as always, Muris! Will have to watch it a couple of times to grasp it all, that's for sure!
Best of luck in the competition!
Posted by: Pedja Simovic Jan 1 2009, 11:09 PM
Beautiful Muris !
I hope you win it this year !!!
Is this the only piece you will play or there will be medley type performance like before?
Happy new year and all the best man !
Posted by: Fran Jan 1 2009, 11:11 PM
Wow!
This is one of your best Muris, and that's a lot to say, it has everything: tone, technique, speed, melody... truly amazing
Edit: Entry is now featured at http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/wiki/index.php/Main_Page
Posted by: playaxeman Jan 1 2009, 11:12 PM
Muris,
Woooaaah!!! 
This is great.
Good start for the contest!!!
Just unbelievable what a technique you pull there.
Can't wait to see the GP tabs in GMC ( But i would the me year to learn it!!! LOL)
This is really good well done & good luck in the contest.
Was it an auto wah i hear?
Posted by: Smells Jan 1 2009, 11:14 PM
awesome mate!
Wheres the hair gone?? your next one will be same as mine 
Posted by: GrindGuer Jan 1 2009, 11:19 PM
That's wonderful Muris. It's so musical, not just technical. I really love the track. Thank you for sharing and good luck for the contest. This year, the drummer should manage to play his part... 
BTW, isn't it winter in Bosnia ?
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 1 2009, 11:21 PM
BTW, isn't it winter in Bosnia ?
Is it? Snow is like 15cm atm!!!
Thanks!!
Wheres the hair gone?? your next one will be same as mine
I'm paying my due to the age
Cheers mate
No,that's Morley BHII.
Posted by: Shadow21 Jan 1 2009, 11:33 PM
It's just great Muris, I love it!!
Seriously, it's beautifull, I bet your going to win this year!
You got my vote mate (:
Keep rocking Muris!
PD: Happy new year
Posted by: berko Jan 1 2009, 11:35 PM
Now, I was waiting for this eagerly...
Got what I wanted 
Posted by: David Wallimann Jan 1 2009, 11:36 PM
Wow...
You never fail to impress me. This one is absolutely beautiful.
So much control, such a touching melody.
Thanks for sharing your gift with us bro, this one really touched my heart!
Posted by: UncleSkillet Jan 1 2009, 11:40 PM
I loved everything about it!! Musical arrangement was just brilliant how you had that melody line and would come back to it once in a while. Kind of like home base. I got a since of music from your culture mixed with it also that made it even more interesting. The Wah pedal made me want to jump out of my skin (I mean this in a good way). When you hit certain notes I could really feel you passion.
Got to go have another listen. I wish you the best of luck and I will vote when it is up.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 1 2009, 11:41 PM
You guys are great,thanks a lot!!
Posted by: Bondy Jan 1 2009, 11:41 PM
Awesome Muris as usual hope you get to the finals again, is this one going on your new album ?
Posted by: Jerry Arcidiacono Jan 1 2009, 11:48 PM
Awesome composition and sound Muris. Best of luck for you
Posted by: enforcer Jan 1 2009, 11:49 PM
First of all great tone, great melody great composition...
but I got a question in the harmony at 0:48 are you using a chorus at backtrack? Its like backtrack lead is played with some comma, as it is surely sounds powerfull it made me wonder...
And just a final question are you using 0.11 strings? as they are brand new in the video they seem a little thick...
I think you dont need luck with this one, you obvilously created your own luck with something like that...
Man, you are great
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 1 2009, 11:49 PM
Might be cause album is still in recording phase,good idea mate!!
Posted by: Bondy Jan 1 2009, 11:53 PM
Cant tell you how much i'm looking forward to you new album; Let It Out is still in my cd player nearly a year now so no pressure to deliver another top notch album
Posted by: berko Jan 1 2009, 11:55 PM
Man, you are great
now that's a great effect and i'm curious about it too
Posted by: OrganisedConfusion Jan 1 2009, 11:58 PM
Insanity lol. It was brilliant. Best of luck Muris
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:06 AM
Actually that choir,male choir,chorus is something else.
Thanks!
Posted by: enforcer Jan 2 2009, 12:06 AM
oh
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:07 AM
but I got a question in the harmony at 0:48 are you using a chorus at backtrack? Its like backtrack lead is played with some comma, as it is surely sounds powerfull it made me wonder...
And just a final question are you using 0.11 strings? as they are brand new in the video they seem a little thick...
I think you dont need luck with this one, you obvilously created your own luck with something like that...
Man, you are great
Strings are 009 believe it or not, but Elixir,that's why it looks thick and shiny.
And effect in backing is male choir,glad you noticed it!!
Posted by: MickeM Jan 2 2009, 12:15 AM
Teriffic composition!!!! And when you played up to speed I noticed that your shadow couldn't keep up the pace
Best of luck in the 2009 contest!! Hope you win!
Posted by: lcsdds Jan 2 2009, 12:15 AM
Finally I finished this video for GI 2009,
it's still not on GI page cause heat 2 is starting in few days,
that's when I'm gonna enter the competition.
Anyhow, here's the link to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-sizjxwUK8&fmt=18.
tell me what you think!!
DAMN!!! Muris, that was UNBELIEVABLE!!! I don't know what else to say.....UNBELIEVABLE!!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:18 AM
Thanks Monte,thanks a LOT!
Thanks Micke.
Posted by: enforcer Jan 2 2009, 12:19 AM
And effect in backing is male choir,glad you noticed it!!
Well seriously I loved this I think its way better than your Dean Shredder Contest entry video, it's very melodic and repetetive, and seriously rich in emotion... Really theme melody was just like singing like "final dance.." That was really great...
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:21 AM
True!!
Problem with Dean contest is timing,1min top and it should be shred
so I couldn't waste too much time on melody.
I mean I could have, but result would be something else.
Posted by: enforcer Jan 2 2009, 12:24 AM
Problem with Dean contest is timing,1min top and it should be shred
so I couldn't waste too much time on melody.
I mean I could have, but result would be something else.
yeah when I listened to it I though the same, you have so many skills how you could possibly fit them in a 1 min take and try to turn that to a song...
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:27 AM
Exactly,you can't do a lot in 1min.
Posted by: lcsdds Jan 2 2009, 12:28 AM
We all know Muris can shred, which is impressive, but this is way more than just shredding. When you WATCH and not just listen to this entry, you can just SEEand FEEL that Muris is MEANING every note he is hitting!! The emotion and conviction you played that with Muris is on par with the best in the world!!! You are an UNBELIEVABLE talent and I really hope you win it this year. DAMN I WISH I LIVED IN LONDON.
Thanks for sharing that with us Muris!!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:30 AM
Thanks for sharing that with us Muris!!No worries mate,I'm coming to US in March,
we'll thing of something.
Posted by: enforcer Jan 2 2009, 12:30 AM
Thanks for sharing that with us Muris!!man you can have london for you, I wish I lived in Bosnia
Posted by: lcsdds Jan 2 2009, 12:34 AM
we'll thing of something.
Where in the US Muris? DON'T PLAY WITH MY EMOTIONS.
So true Enforcer!! Right next door to Muris, so I could stalk him and learn his deep dark secrets.
Posted by: enforcer Jan 2 2009, 12:35 AM
we'll thing of something.
Dont you plan coming to Turkey in the future? You know it is not far away
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:42 AM
Probably Turkey as well!!
I joined bend called Mostar Sevdah Reunion
and we just go go to the East as well.
New York,LA,Saint Louis,Chicago,Seattle etc,
not sure of all cities,will keep you updated.
Posted by: enforcer Jan 2 2009, 12:44 AM
I joined bend called Mostar Sevdah Reunion
and we just go go to the East as well.
New York,LA,Saint Louis,Chicago,Seattle etc,
not sure of all cities,will keep you updated.
YEAH! Thats good news
Posted by: skennington Jan 2 2009, 12:45 AM
not sure of all cities,will keep you updated.
Charlotte, Atlanta...Somewhere in the Southeastern part of the Us Please.....
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 12:57 AM
Might be,will know everything in a week or som.
Posted by: lcsdds Jan 2 2009, 01:02 AM
I joined bend called Mostar Sevdah Reunion
and we just go go to the East as well.
New York,LA,Saint Louis,Chicago,Seattle etc,
not sure of all cities,will keep you updated.
If you are coming to Seattle I WILL DEFINITELY BE THERE!!!
AWESOME!!Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 01:06 AM
AWESOME!!Seattle is scheduled as far as I know.
Posted by: skennington Jan 2 2009, 01:13 AM
Fingers and toes crossed, horseshoe worn and rabbits foot in my pocket!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 01:15 AM
Full gear
Posted by: Velvet Roger Jan 2 2009, 01:16 AM
Absolutely amazing entry this is Muris, great composition, tone etc.. Will certainly vote for you!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 01:23 AM
Cheers.
Posted by: wrk Jan 2 2009, 01:30 AM
Oh muris ... this is your entry to be in the jury of Guitar Idol 2009, right?
Awesome composition, tone and nice surprising moments in there .. seriously, i'm speechless
Posted by: skennington Jan 2 2009, 01:44 AM
hehe..And may add some if you give me a hint you are coming this way...
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 01:53 AM
As soon as I get an info,you'll be the first to know.
Awesome composition, tone and nice surprising moments in there .. seriously, i'm speechless
Only for the contest but thanks a lot!
Posted by: HAMWAGON Jan 2 2009, 02:01 AM
Woah That was amazing muris i've always loved your style , And ill defiently vote for you
Posted by: leedbreak Jan 2 2009, 02:02 AM
Yes, awesome dude. Great structure and creativity.
We all need to learn to have as much fun playing as you are obviously having. Thanks Muris for all you do and stand for as a musician.
Yes and can't wait to hear on locations as I might need a ROAD trip
Posted by: jdriver Jan 2 2009, 02:12 AM
I was really fascinated by the great melody and all that you did with it, and like UncleSkillet, I was going to comment on the slavic or gypsy scale sounding elements, which is exactly how traditional music gets passed on for centuries, only now it's way more modern and spectacular!
Best of luck, and with some luck I will catch you in the U.S.
Posted by: leedbreak Jan 2 2009, 02:17 AM
Charlotte? Now thats where you live. You Muris Hog you.
Posted by: Canis Jan 2 2009, 02:19 AM
Muris.... Will you marry me??
This is beyond anything I've seen/heard in a looooong time.... It's just so.... "Muris" all over 
I noticed on your facial expressions that you really felt the music ^^
One question though, do you actually record that in one take, or is that something like the second, fifth or fifteenth take? 
You're truly an inspiration!
Posted by: Ctodd Jan 2 2009, 02:27 AM
Muris if you come to the Philadelphia area I will be there!! Or you could come to Penn State University... that way I won't have to drive all the way to Philadelphia
I know a million people have already said this but this is AWESOME!
And I just want to let you know that I still listen to Junk Medley every now and then, just because it is awesome, and I will be listening to this many times as well!
Good luck and Happy New Year!
Posted by: skennington Jan 2 2009, 02:29 AM
I would be willing to travel to Birmingham..
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 02:31 AM
This is beyond anything I've seen/heard in a looooong time.... It's just so.... "Muris" all over
I noticed on your facial expressions that you really felt the music ^^
One question though, do you actually record that in one take, or is that something like the second, fifth or fifteenth take?
You're truly an inspiration!
I'm not single and NO,I will not marry a man!!!
I did tried it several times while composing it etc,
but my brother was behind the camera so it had to be done in one take,
otherwise he's gone.
I know a million people have already said this but this is AWESOME!
And I just want to let you know that I still listen to Junk Medley every now and then, just because it is awesome, and I will be listening to this many times as well!
Good luck and Happy New Year!
Not sure of Philly but everything is possible,
thanks for kind comment!
Posted by: midnight Jan 2 2009, 03:02 AM
Amazing! I really like your playing and feel when you slow it down. The speed flurries are just as great though...It's crazy what you can get your hands and fingers to do.
My hands cramped up and exploded just watching this. Practice, practice, practice
Posted by: Ramiro Delforte Jan 2 2009, 05:23 AM
Really groovy tune Muris!!! I liked a lot some of the phrasing. It has a nice mood.
Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi Jan 2 2009, 05:28 AM
Brilliant Muris! There is not only killer licks and shredding there, I can hear an amazing song with beautifull melodies played with a lot of feeling. I wish you the best in this competitions and you have my vote.
Posted by: kahall Jan 2 2009, 05:34 AM
Of course it is awesome, and everything else everyone else has already said here. I will for sure be seeing you in St. Louis. If you are traveling with a band don't forget about discount tickets for GMC members...just kidding we should probably have to pay double.
Oh, and what did you mean by "this time straight" in the topic title?
Posted by: Eat-Sleep-andJam Jan 2 2009, 06:12 AM
Clearly your a gifted and all out talented player Muris.
This is music, at its finest.
Not only do I wish for you to win this years GI but I hope you win with flying colors.
It will come of no shock when I see that you make it in this year.
But please. Do us all a favor.
And bring Ez Drummer to London
Best of Luck !
Posted by: Barenaked Ninja Jan 2 2009, 06:28 AM
Excellent song Muris!! I loved it!
Posted by: Tolek Jan 2 2009, 10:16 AM
I just woke up, started my computer and played that clip. I love it! You should send it to MTV, this would be the hit of the year!
Posted by: Matt23 Jan 2 2009, 01:48 PM
Great song. I really love the sort of celtic touch it has.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 02:36 PM
Thanks guys!
Posted by: SonofDestiny Jan 2 2009, 02:38 PM
Muris, if you get to the finals, do you think you could sign me up for the guest list? I would love to see this live.
You know, the only thing that sometimes bothered me about your playing was your own style... but you really managed to do your own thing in this song. I mean, you always do your outstanding thing, but this time I've never heard anything comparable to this! The emotion in this song is so strong. I love it
(Watching again: I can tell by your face you really mean what you're playing. Nice!)
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 02:51 PM
I would love to see this live. You know, the only thing that sometimes bothered me about your playing was your own style... but you really managed to do your own thing in this song. I mean, you always do your outstanding thing, but this time I've never heard anything comparable to this! The emotion in this song is so strong. I love it
(Watching again: I can tell by your face you really mean what you're playing. Nice!)
Appreciate it.
It is hard to find your own style among many influences, big time true!!
Posted by: The Uncreator Jan 2 2009, 03:26 PM
Brilliant as always, I love the tapping licks in the solo, And the whole song has a very Steve Vai feel to it, In the sense it has a very exotic atmosphere and is just stunningly beautiful.
Is this a tune that is gonna be on your next solo album maybe?
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 03:28 PM
Is this a tune that is gonna be on your next solo album maybe?
It is very possible to put this song on next album,
I finished it yesterday and album is still in recording phase,
thanks for kind words,glad you liked it.
Posted by: Jose Mena Jan 2 2009, 04:02 PM
Is there anything else that could be said?, great work Muris.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 04:09 PM
God bless bro.
Posted by: kyldeee Jan 2 2009, 04:10 PM
What can I say mate.... Except, AWESOME!!!
I think that covers it
Cheers
Posted by: chast Jan 2 2009, 04:11 PM
Cool entry, Muris
May I ask why you call it Final Dance ?
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 04:25 PM
May I ask why you call it Final Dance ?
Dunno, it somehow makes me dancing
but not for a couple of times, just once or some,
so that's why Final
Posted by: lcsdds Jan 2 2009, 04:43 PM
Muris,
Are you gonna be playing any of your solo stuff when you come to the US? BTW, when you play this in the finals at Guitar Idol '09 let me know and I'll hook you up with that chicken suit and diving mask to give you that extra edge you were apparently lacking in the Dean Shredder contest.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 04:45 PM
Are you gonna be playing any of your solo stuff when you come to the US? BTW, when you play this in the finals at Guitar Idol '09 let me know and I'll hook you up with that chicken suit and diving mask to give you that extra edge you were apparently lacking in the Dean Shredder contest.
Unfortunately not, US tour is for some other stuff and not my own project.
But you've got a deal about suit and mask
Posted by: Ivan Milenkovic Jan 2 2009, 05:55 PM
Just saw the composition, it is really good in structure, technique, and wah use is awesome, and you played with a lot of confidence and feel. You really deserve to win this contest mate, and I really mean that. Wish you the best of luck!
Posted by: Oxac Jan 2 2009, 05:58 PM
Yay! Something else that's on my to do list. I need to learn this piece! Now you've got me occupied for months!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 06:00 PM
Thank you ALL!!
Posted by: Tjchep Jan 2 2009, 06:00 PM
Can I have you're autograph?
Posted by: lcsdds Jan 2 2009, 06:09 PM
Muris,
When you write something like this do you write/tab it out and change things as it evolves or is this improvised somewhat? This seems like you spent quite a bit of time really composing this piece. Am I right or did you improvise alot on this one? Can't get the melody out of my head, I'm loving it!!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 06:13 PM
When you write something like this do you write/tab it out and change things as it evolves or is this improvised somewhat? This seems like you spent quite a bit of time really composing this piece. Am I right or did you improvise alot on this one? Can't get the melody out of my head, I'm loving it!!
Main theme is mostly composed,yeah, with few licks
that comes along the way as you play it.
But solo, specially those longer runs, I have no idea what I played,
I usually start from certain note and I aim for the last one,
everything in between is dictated by hands.
Posted by: Koopid Jan 2 2009, 06:15 PM
Finally I finished this video for GI 2009,
it's still not on GI page cause heat 2 is starting in few days,
that's when I'm gonna enter the competition.
Anyhow, here's the link to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-sizjxwUK8&fmt=18.
tell me what you think!!
Amazing..... And should be a lot easier for the band behind you aswell
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 06:16 PM
Hope so,yeah,thanks!
Posted by: coffeeman Jan 2 2009, 06:22 PM
Very nice entry Muris , I enjoyed this one more than last years entry. I really hope you win this year.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 06:27 PM
Appreciate it!!
Posted by: Ian Bushell Jan 2 2009, 06:51 PM
That was world class Muris!
Great playing, tone, note choice the list goes on.
You really deserve to win you are a guitar idol!
Good luck you got my vote.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 06:57 PM
Great playing, tone, note choice the list goes on.
You really deserve to win you are a guitar idol!
Good luck you got my vote.
Thanks Ian.
Posted by: Oxac Jan 2 2009, 07:05 PM
When it comes to winning GI.
I think that the best entry should win, whether it's you or someone else. However, your entry is so much better performed and composed than the other contestants (no offence mr Präntare and Evans) that I believe you deserve to win. I love those trills. They really enhance the melody and the balkan influences can really be spotted!
Great work!
Posted by: timono Jan 2 2009, 07:08 PM
wow muris, you blew me away with it!! (it happens to me a lot, when i hear you play, lately )
you deserve to win and it should be easier for the drummer to get it right
Good luck
Timon
Posted by: Ian Bushell Jan 2 2009, 07:12 PM
Pleasure Muris:)
Just out of interest what wah wah pedal do you use?
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 07:16 PM
Just out of interest what wah wah pedal do you use?
Morley Bad Horsie 2 .
Posted by: TakeJoy Jan 2 2009, 07:23 PM
This was more than awesome man! Brilliant playing, this is sure to take you far.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 2 2009, 09:00 PM
Thanks man.
Posted by: Sondre Jan 2 2009, 09:07 PM
It is amazing to see how clean you play it. Very good!
Posted by: fatb0t Jan 2 2009, 11:54 PM
Hahah sticking to 4/4 this time Muris? Better safe than sorry
As already stated: amazing composition!
You're coming to NY? NYC area, Long Island, or upstate? I will certainly be coming to your show since I live in NY
Anyways, best of luck my friend - lets hope they have a competent percussionist this time around.
Posted by: Jad Diab Jan 3 2009, 12:02 AM
Wow Muris, you just keep impressing me ! So deep
Good luck for the competition mate
Posted by: Siggum Jan 3 2009, 12:16 AM
Wow, brilliant catchy melody, and not overzerged with highspeed shreds, fantastic entry Muris
Posted by: Oxac Jan 3 2009, 01:32 AM
As already stated: amazing composition!
You're coming to NY? NYC area, Long Island, or upstate? I will certainly be coming to your show since I live in NY
Anyways, best of luck my friend - lets hope they have a competent percussionist this time around.
No offense, but that percussionist was very good. Everyone makes mistakes and Muris piece was crazy to count
Unfortunately the consequences of that mistake affected Muris. This piece is still not easy, timing wise. But easier (especially for the other musicians involved). I do really like the melody and structure of it and I have to say that the timing still is very attracting, I mean - it's not DA DA DA DA DA DA DI!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 3 2009, 02:55 AM
As already stated: amazing composition!
You're coming to NY? NYC area, Long Island, or upstate? I will certainly be coming to your show since I live in NY
Anyways, best of luck my friend - lets hope they have a competent percussionist this time around.
It's 6/8 actually but even that is straight compared with my entry for 2008.
Yeah, we are coming to NY city, not sure of the venue, will keep you updated.
Posted by: The Uncreator Jan 3 2009, 03:01 AM
As already stated: amazing composition!
You're coming to NY? NYC area, Long Island, or upstate? I will certainly be coming to your show since I live in NY
Anyways, best of luck my friend - lets hope they have a competent percussionist this time around.
Has a kind of 9/8 feel to it to me, If thats 4/4 Ill be impressed for sure
Yeah, we are coming to NY city, not sure of the venue, will keep you updated.
Spoke to soon I guess
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 3 2009, 03:01 AM
No, it's 6/8, a waltz !!!!!!!
Posted by: DeepRoots Jan 3 2009, 09:34 AM
Awesome piece Muris- very inspiring, i feel like working a bit more on my own material now
Ofcourse- a lesson of this is now compulsory...but you knew that before uploading to youtube lol
Congrats (in advance) on your shiny 1st place medal and thanks for sharing
Posted by: Oxac Jan 3 2009, 11:38 AM
Ofcourse- a lesson of this is now compulsory...but you knew that before uploading to youtube lol
Congrats (in advance) on your shiny 1st place medal and thanks for sharing
YES! And included on your next CD!
Posted by: Col Roberts Jan 3 2009, 11:44 AM
Muris, your composition is superb, breathtaking, spellbinding .... and your playing is simply brilliant. I wish you great success in the competition. We are blessed to have you here at GMC. Happy New Year ... may all your hopes be fulfilled.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 3 2009, 12:48 PM
Thanks a lot guys and I'll try to cover this piece as a lesson if possible,
some parts would be pretty tricky to tab tho.
Posted by: Emir Hot Jan 3 2009, 01:51 PM
Deri ih majstore ove godine Kompozicija nije jako losa
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 3 2009, 02:09 PM
Kompozicija nije jako losa Uopste nije JAKO losa
Posted by: Marcus Siepen Jan 3 2009, 05:30 PM
Good luck mate, the song is absolutely awesome
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 3 2009, 07:03 PM
Thanks a lot Marcus, it means a lot.
Posted by: Praetorian Jan 3 2009, 08:03 PM
Absolutely awesome bro!!
Good luck!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 4 2009, 05:01 PM
Good luck!
Cheers, glad you liked it, and congrats for going to the online finals!
Posted by: Tolek Jan 4 2009, 05:04 PM
Which online finals?
I think you confused Preatorian with Prantare. Or did I miss something? 
Anyway, I hope this song will appear on your second album.
Posted by: Carlos Carrillo Jan 4 2009, 05:28 PM
Muris! this composition is very cool!
I cannot stop listening it!! Hahaha!! Very cool and great job Muris!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 4 2009, 08:55 PM
I think you confused Preatorian with Prantare. Or did I miss something? Anyway, I hope this song will appear on your second album.
Damn,probably right,similar nicks and I'm wearing glasses.
I cannot stop listening it!! Hahaha!!
Very cool and great job Muris!Cheers Carlos!!
Posted by: Dreamcatcher Jan 5 2009, 01:28 AM
Ok so half the vid my jaw was dropped to the floor...even my fiance came over to see the vid (she never does that ...ever) what can I say...I am simply Floored...Awesome stuff man brilliant
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 12:46 PM
Cheers!!
And it's good to know that someone not involved in music directly loves it,
usually they'd say "it sound like a fly on coke, tense"
Posted by: Kristofer Dahl Jan 5 2009, 12:54 PM
Aaaargh - tada tada!! After having heard it just one time the melody is already haunting me...!
Fantastic composition and playing Muris - go for a drum machine this time and you will bring it home!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 01:19 PM
Fantastic composition and playing Muris - go for a drum machine this time and you will bring it home!
Thanks Kris!
No need for drum machine this time if I get into finals of course,
even my dad would be able to keep 6/8 on drums for a while
Posted by: Kristofer Dahl Jan 5 2009, 01:21 PM
No need for drum machine this time if I get into finals of course,
even my dad would be able to keep 6/8 on drums for a while
Ok bring your dad!!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 01:25 PM
That was mean
Posted by: Kristofer Dahl Jan 5 2009, 01:26 PM
Tell your dad I have nothing but high thoughts about him!!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 01:30 PM
Actually I was thinking of drummer on GI finals last year,
"bring your dad as a backup!!"
Posted by: Kristofer Dahl Jan 5 2009, 03:29 PM
"bring your dad as a backup!!"
"...or I'll bring a drum machine!" No that's just too mean!
Posted by: Emir Hot Jan 5 2009, 03:41 PM
Your 6/8 sounds very odd because of many stroke dissplacements so I don't suggest these drummers. Either bring a drummer with you or play over a backing.
Posted by: ItsMe Jan 5 2009, 04:44 PM
great composition and great playing. Hope you make it to the top this time. I listen to your entry over and over again. BTW didn't you plan to release a new album soon ? Looking forward to this.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 06:33 PM
Crap,it's just kind a funky 6/8, dunno,
good thing I can export backing anytime.
That would work as well.
Coming out as soon as possible,
bit late due many occupations.
Posted by: The Uncreator Jan 5 2009, 08:46 PM
Even though I originally thought the 6/8 was a 9/8, After listening to it a few times, Its not that bad. I think given a few hours of practice a drummer could keep that time pretty well, The trill sections seems like it would be the more difficult part to keep time with.
Or you could just hire Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater, then you could play in 15.74/8 and it wouldnt matter
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 09:10 PM
Will do, if I get into the finals this year.
Posted by: Trond Vold Jan 5 2009, 09:38 PM
Holy......................................! fantastic performance
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 10:17 PM
Thanks Trond!!
Entry is finally up,
feel free to vote if you wish.
http://www.guitaridol.tv/node/1472
Posted by: berko Jan 5 2009, 10:20 PM
V.O.T.E.D
EDIT: I planned to vote immediately after this post. I have an account already. Still, I don't seem to find your entry... Still processing?
Posted by: skennington Jan 5 2009, 10:27 PM
Hey Muris, when I click your link, it says "Access Denied" When I loggin under my account, I don't see your entry 
Any thoughts on why this may be?
Posted by: g-forcelover Jan 5 2009, 10:32 PM
says access denied. what do I do? and im logged in so...
Posted by: skennington Jan 5 2009, 11:44 PM
Video is up and Muris is leading atm with 15 votes, link should work now.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 5 2009, 11:57 PM
Yeah, it's working fine now.
Posted by: Canis Jan 6 2009, 12:24 AM
feel free to vote if you wish.
http://www.guitaridol.tv/node/1472
I feel obliged.. Meaning if I for some unearthly reason shouldn't vote, one of the GMC Ninja's (who I know is hiding under every GMC:er's bed) would end me... Or make me listen to an entire song of Norwegian Danceband..... Which is torture!!!
Is it a one-time vote, or can we vote every day?
Either way, I'm running through the city to vote from all the IP's I can find
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 6 2009, 01:10 AM
Is it a one-time vote, or can we vote every day?
Either way, I'm running through the city to vote from all the IP's I can find
It's one vote per account, thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: skennington Jan 6 2009, 01:15 AM
Ivan Mihaljavic, Dragianni, Muris Varajic...Wow, this is going to be a great heat for sure! Can't waite til you walk away with this one Muris!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 6 2009, 01:40 AM
Cheers Skenn.
Posted by: skennington Jan 6 2009, 01:51 AM
Was just having another listen to all 3 of you guys...Your song takes it hands down..Excellent composition and I think the early votes are telling the story as well.
Posted by: utak3r Jan 6 2009, 09:09 AM
This composition has this "something", of which many great talented guitarists sometimes keep forgetting... it's not only a brilliant technique of playing - it's a fantastic melody. I just can't stop listening to it
Any chance for an mp3?
And for sure you should put it onto your upcoming LP.
Posted by: Resurrection Jan 6 2009, 09:59 AM
A great composition Muris! The song structure reminds me of the way Satriani constructs instrumentals, although the style is quite different I enjoyed the underlying Balkan sound to the piece and you have created a good balance between technique and soul. You've earned my vote - good luck for the rest of the competition!
Posted by: SonofDestiny Jan 6 2009, 10:08 AM
Muris, will you tab this out when money is presented? 
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 6 2009, 10:49 AM
Posted by: jdriver Jan 17 2009, 06:58 AM
We're creating a Wiki page to round up all the internet voting pages for members in competitions like this, from this page you will be able to vote easily each day for those you are following.
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=23499
Muris if you could post your voting link there, Fran is going to set up the page with the first entries and after that the members can post their own, and hopefully he'll add a section for results when they're over.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 17 2009, 12:26 PM
http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=23499
Muris if you could post your voting link there, Fran is going to set up the page with the first entries and after that the members can post their own, and hopefully he'll add a section for results when they're over.
Posted, thanks for input!
Posted by: Mrblomme Jan 20 2009, 11:28 AM
Voted for you man.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 20 2009, 11:30 AM
Appreciate it, thanks a lot.
Posted by: silentkap Jan 20 2009, 12:03 PM
man, that's awesome i voted for you.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 21 2009, 05:20 PM
i voted for you.Thanks !
Posted by: Nermin Jan 21 2009, 05:47 PM
I joined bend called Mostar Sevdah Reunion
and we just go go to the East as well.
New York,LA,Saint Louis,Chicago,Seattle etc,
not sure of all cities,will keep you updated.
Muris great video, hope you win. You got my vote.
BTW.I love MSR i had no idea you played for them that is great. The original lead guitar player was exceptional. Cant think of his name now, but you know him. Anyways all the best in competition and i hope you win it.
And you got to let me know when you come through Chicago, it would be great to get together.
Posted by: playaxeman Jan 21 2009, 06:03 PM
Very Good, Fabulous, Marvellous.
I hear Eastern Europe and Satch influences: very nice
Posted by: Tolek Jan 21 2009, 07:14 PM
Muris, you have got another BIG fan in Luxembourg. A friend of mine just said that she can´t stop listening to you. She loves the way you play and she just registered to vote for you!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Jan 21 2009, 07:53 PM
Pleased to hear Tolek, thanks!
Posted by: Magnum Jan 21 2009, 08:24 PM
You got my vote Muris. Thumbs Up.......
Posted by: Muris Varajic Feb 1 2009, 04:54 PM
Ok, I felt free to bump this thread once again,
it's my week so stay in line for few more days
if you wanna throw me a rock or som
Posted by: utak3r Feb 1 2009, 05:03 PM
Yeah, I was there yesterday (to hear Gus' take) and saw it's getting down...
Posted by: sted Feb 1 2009, 10:09 PM
Just when i thought i'd heard it all!
Please dont ever tab that out because i will have to spend the next twenty years learning it!
awesome mate, reckon you will be picking up top spot with that one!.
Posted by: helo92 Feb 2 2009, 01:03 AM
very cool tune
good luck with the competition
Posted by: Muris Varajic Feb 2 2009, 01:59 PM
Thanks guys, it means a lot!
Posted by: Jose Mena Feb 4 2009, 10:36 PM
Hey Muris I'll bump it up once more for you, I'll try to find my thread as well and bump that one up, see if I get a few more votes.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Feb 5 2009, 02:10 AM
Thanks bro!
Posted by: Muris Varajic Feb 14 2009, 02:50 AM
Aaaaaaaaaaand bump.
Posted by: Jose Mena Feb 14 2009, 03:36 PM
Bump once more Muris, you are already in by public vote, and even if you weren't the judges would choose you, you are a favorite.
Posted by: Jose Mena Feb 15 2009, 03:10 AM
Have you seem how in the last few days, some players just got 100 votes, you are still in the first 20, I am about to be moved from the second 20 to the third page.
Posted by: Muris Varajic Feb 15 2009, 01:56 PM
Yeah but I'm sure judges will not miss your entry,
you should be in online finals bro.
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