{"title":"Paul Gilbert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaul Gilbert is an American guitarist, recording artist, online teacher, and author. He has made significant contributions to the music industry as a member of Mr. Big and Racer X, as well as through his solo albums and guitar books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn on November 6th, 1966 in Carbondale, Illinois, USA, Paul Gilbert's talent for playing the guitar was evident from a young age. He has honed his skills over the years and become renowned for his technical proficiency and melodic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a discography that includes numerous solo albums and collaborations with other talented musicians, Paul Gilbert has established himself as one of the most respected guitarists in the industry. His work spans various genres including rock, metal, and blues.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-dio-album","title":"The Dio Album","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt was pure chance that led Paul Gilbert to recording the music heard on latest release \u003ci\u003eThe Dio Album\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe American guitar virtuoso, best known for his masterful fretwork in chart-topping hard rockers Mr. Big and high-octane trailblazers Racer X - as well as numerous solo records - was in his car when he saw something that made his heart start beating faster in a moment of unexpected, unadulterated joy. This was not a high value item of interest or even particularly rare, simply a baseball cap with the word 'Dio' emblazoned across the front. Sometimes, even for the biggest of guitar legends, it's the little things that hit us in the most profound ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn his drive home, a plan was being formulated. Why not capture all of that raw energy and excitement on an album devoted to Ronnie James Dio's most celebrated tracks - spanning across his career from Rainbow to Black Sabbath and the singer's own solo endeavours? Gilbert is no stranger to instrumental music, but an entire album dedicated to replicating well established and world-famous vocal melodies on his trusty six-string genuinely felt like new territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dio Album is undoubtedly the most sonically accurate tribute to the songs that made Ronnie James Dio a bona fide rock and roll legend. In order to truly hone in on the late singer's essence, Paul Gilbert dissected many of the melodies line by line, throwing every inch of himself into the music. It was the only way to capture every ounce of the energy and emotion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music Theories Recordings","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":50478639645003,"sku":"2009634","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"LP","offer_id":50478640169291,"sku":"2009636","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/unnamed_09c2a0b0_thumbnail_4096.png?v=1727487340"},{"product_id":"tribute-to-jimi-hendrix-dp","title":"Tribute To Jimi Hendrix","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn 2 June 1991, Paul Gilbert arrived at the Frankfurt Jazz Festival expecting to trade solos with blues legend Albert Collins. When Collins was forced to cancel due to a sudden health issue, the promoter asked Gilbert to step in as the headliner--even though he had no band or prepared solo set. With only hours before showtime, a backing band was assembled using members of Ten Years After, and Gilbert quickly rehearsed a handful of Jimi Hendrix songs, stretching the solos into epic jams. The result was a spontaneous, electrifying set that turned an unexpected crisis into a memorable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music Theories Recordings","offers":[{"title":"LP - Purple","offer_id":57414822592843,"sku":"R4452-3115","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":57414822625611,"sku":"R4452-9138","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/8712725752738.jpg?v=1779448862"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_98c294c9_thumbnail_4096_58c9fd4d-6469-4481-9574-73cb75fa0255.jpg?v=1727487311","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/paul-gilbert.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}