Brilliant Japanese Rock

For a very long time I've been quite fascinated with the Japanese culture and their music. I've seen quite a few bands in Japan that really know how to rock yet incorporate aspects of their native instruments into their music that create a beautiful blend!

Here's a video of Yoshida Brothers. In my opinion they've done an outstanding job at this sort of fusion between rock and native japanese instruments! Check it out and lemme know what you think! And also if you have anything similar please do share

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-2KBSA8wEs

Hello From Egypt

Hey guys, I'm Ahmed! I'm from Cairo, Egypt! I just recently joined GMC and I think it is absolutely awesome! I thought I'd introduce myself to you guys and hope I'll make some friends from around the world

I started playing guitar when I was 12 and ever since then music has been one of the most important aspects of my life! I've had experience with several genres. I started with classical music, flamenco then moved on to more modern genres like rock, blues, heavy metal and progressive rock. My favorite band of all time is Dream Theater. John Petrucci is my guitar God! I also like Marty Friedman, Paul Gilbert, Steve Vai, Satriani, Vinnie Moore, Pat Metheny and many more! My favorite bands are dream theater, camel and pink floyd. I also like Megadeth, Avenged Sevenfold, Rammstein and well the list is too long to put here! hehe

I own a beautiful RG Ibanez Prestige, one RG Ibanez, a really old Washburn, a Vox Tonelab LE multi-effect pedal, a Marshall amp and a Line6 amp.

Unfortunately before joining GMC I wasn't playing much music and I was spending all my time working. However, once I joined GMC not a day passes without me playing and I'm starting to get back to my old level!

Oh and I'm also addicted to Kitesurfing.. if any of you guys live by a beach with good wind, I recommend you give it a try

Nice meeting you guys!