Author: Paul

I’m really excited about today’s livestream with Hollywood Special FX Producer, Dave Wogh.  We’re going to be multi-streaming the broadcast, so it’ll be going out live on Facebook as well as Crowdcast.  I’m also making this stream public, so please feel free to invite anyone Read More …

In case you missed the livestream earlier today, here’s the moment I got silly with the green screen!

At 3:30pm (EDT) today I’m going to do a test multi-stream on Facebook and Crowdcast simultaneously.   It’ll only be for about 10 minutes, but it’ll be some silly green screen fun.  You can either tune in on Crowdcast or Facebook.  Hope to see you Read More …

Join us for a very special Patreon get together with special fx legend David Wogh.  Dave is well known for his special fx in movies such as Transformers, Narnia, Casino Royale, Austin Powers… far too man blockbusters to mention here! Bring your questions and prepare Read More …

Today we have a very special guest – Rolf Remlinger is a multitalented fascinating guy with lots of interesting stories to tell.  Join us at Tuesday 3pm EDT for our Patreon get together and get to know one of our fellow Patreon comrades! Register now Read More …

The votes are in! This week’s movie is a Marx Brothers classic.   Hit the link above to register for the stream.  Looking forward to it!

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I’m really excited about our guest this Thursday.  Eric Evans is a multi-talented guy, with a very interesting job resume!  He started his musical career playing trumpet in a circus band.   Anyone who knows Eric will know what a great storyteller he is, so Read More …

What a great live-stream we had today.  If you didn’t manage to tune in live, I’d encourage you to watch the recording on Crowdcast – Matt gave us a fascinating insight into the world of guitar building and repairs.  For those of you interested, here Read More …

I’m looking forward to our first Tuesday live-stream. Going live in just over an hour, you won’t want to miss this one!  Matt is an incredibly talented Luthier who does work on all my guitars whenever I need him to make an adjustment or help Read More …

Tomorrow’s (Tuesday) special guest is Matt Shimala, the amazing luthier who has modified my guitars. Looking forward to chatting with him about all things guitar related, I know he’s going to entertain us with his stories.

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Join us for today’s undead-stream!  We’ll be watching the 1931 classic Dracula, starring Bela Lugosi and a modern score by Philip Glass.  If you’ve not seen it before, this movie sucks – it’s fangtastic!   Watch from the comfort of your own home (no annoying Read More …

Well I think we can call the poll decisive! By a unanimous decision, our live-stream times will now be as follows: 3pm Tuesdays 8pm Thursday 4:30pm Sunday movie *all times in EDT I think this is a great move, as it’ll mean we’re meeting almost Read More …

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I may regret this… ask my my wife anything you want to know!  She’s a professional concert promoter and booker.  Seeing as this is a private Patreon stream I’m going to try to get her to spill the beans and dig the dirt on some Read More …

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The votes are in!  Thanks to Ray for suggesting a Charlie Chaplin movie.  I’ve never actually seen a Chaplin movie (shame on me!) so asked I Google for advice and the consensus seems to be that City Lights is Chaplin’s finest moment.   I also Read More …

Who says you can’t visit different places during the lockdown?!

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Come and hangout!

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Join us for another Patreon movie.  Don’t forget your popcorn… or garlic! Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror is a 1922 silent German Expressionist horror film directed by F. W. Murnau and starring Max Schreck as Count Orlok, a vampire with an interest in both a Read More …

I hope you can join us for tomorrow’s weekly movie. The votes are in, our Sunday will be Murnau’s Nosferatu. See you at 4:30pm EDT (9:30pm GMT). Don’t forget your popcorn and human sacrifices! 🧛‍♂️

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Join us in The Beehive for another weekly get together.

Thanks for all your suggestions for this weekend’s movie.  Looks like Murnau is very popular this week!  Cast your votes… Nosferatu (F.W. Murnau) Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror is a 1922 silent German Expressionist horror film directed by F. W. Murnau and starring Max Schreck Read More …

Joining us today, from the other side of the pond, is everybody’s favourite bass player – Simon Fitzpatrick! Bring your questions, join in the chat and maybe even join us live on screen.

It’s hump day!  For anyone still working in the shutdown, the countdown to the weekend starts here… for the rest of us, we’re having to check our calendars to see what day it is! Whether you’re still working or weathering the shutdown in isolation (…or Read More …

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Another Patreon movie get together.  Grab your popcorn and sign in for some classic comedy!

Thanks for all your suggestions and votes. We have a winner! Hope you can join us at 4pm EDT (9pm GMT), to watch 3 Three Stooges films. Don’t forget your popcorn!

Join us for another catch up – bring your questions and, if you’d like, come and join me live via your webcam!

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Join us for another Patreon get together!

I’ve been looking for a way for patrons to hang out and chat – the chat in the live streams is much fun that I wanted to find a way for us to do that more often… now we can do it whenever we want! Read More …

Time to get popping that corn!

Time to get popping that corn! Here’s the link to watch the stream: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/thegeneral …Something seems to be wrong with the patreon site today, meaning I can’t link to the stream in the usual way, but hopefully the above link works!

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Our second stream on Crowdcast!

I’m really excited about a new page I’ve made for you.  From tomorrow you’ll be able to access a private patreon-only website that contains every single video I’ve ever posted on here (except a few of the boring ones that are just announcements about downloads Read More …

… let’s hope this works!

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We have a very special guest joining us from London for our first livestream, so we’re changing the time to fit his schedule. The first stream will be at 3:30pm EDT (8:30pm GMT) and the second will be at the usual time of 8pm EDT Read More …

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Thanks for voting everybody. With twice as many votes as the other two movies combined, the clear winner of our Sunday Movie poll is Safety Last. Tune in at 4pm EDT to join us for a get together and a movie. Bring your adult beverages Read More …

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If you’re wondering why we haven’t had a Sunday movie poll this week, it’s because a lot of people suggested The Invisible Man last week – I was planning a little surprise for that film, but it wasn’t possible until now. Looking forward to seeing Read More …

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I’ve been looking at different hosting options for patreon videos. There must be hundreds of patreon exclusive videos since I started the page, but it’s really difficult for people to access them as they’re posted as unlisted YouTube videos. I’m thinking of switching everything over Read More …

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Wow! Well the batch of string bracelets I posted tonight sold out very quickly again! Don’t worry if you wanted one but didn’t manage to get one, I’ll be posting more on my site this week. I’ll let you know when they’re available. Thanks so Read More …

Hey everybody, I hope you’ve had a great weekend. Just wanted to let you know before I announce on social media, we have 5 guitar string bracelets in stock now. The last batch sold out within minutes, so I wanted to give my wonderful patrons Read More …

Hope you can join me for the live-streams tomorrow. We’ll be meeting at the usual times – 3pm & 8pm EST. Looking forward to it! 🐝🙂

While I was in the U.K. I came across dozens of lessons I wrote for guitar magazines over the years. The lessons include audio, and in some cases video, so I’ll be sharing these fun little in-the-style-of pieces with you all over the coming weeks. Read More …

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Live-streams are here again! I’ll be ‘Live In The (UK) Beehive’ tomorrow (Friday) at 6pm EST (11pm GMT). Hope you can join us. Expect some special guests! 🙂

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Here’s a song I recorded with Neal Morse a few years ago – for those of you who like a little shred with their Christmas music!

I hope everyone is having a wonderful day, wherever you are and however you’re celebrating. ❤️

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I recently did an interview about creativity. So very thought provoking questions which I did my best to answer… 0:11 When did you know you wanted to play guitar? 1:25 Who are your influences, especially related to your tapping technique? 5:03 What’s your definition of Read More …

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Happy Thanksgiving everybody. I hope you’re all having a lovely day. I’m HUGELY thankful for all your support and encouragement. It’s no exaggeration to say that I just don’t know how I could have survived 2020 without the financial support you’ve given me, and I Read More …

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We’ve got some great downloads this month.  It’s been a couple of months since I sent out downloads, so to make up for it I have 3 EPIC downloads coming over the next few days. On the last tour we filmed the third show I Read More …

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We’re in New York for a few days (staying in New Jersey). Perfect opportunity to pick up a stack of postcards to send to you!

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Another Patreon soundcheck is underway in Bethlehem, PA. Always great to hang out with you guys!

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Sound check is done, had a few technical issues to deal with, but got there an hour before showtime. Was great to meet up with so many patrons in soundcheck, although I’m sorry I didn’t get to hang out with you as much as I Read More …

I recently met up with one of my patrons who told me that they wanted me to add a new higher tier. I’ve been giving it some thought over the past week – obviously I want to make a higher tier worth it. After clearing Read More …

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Last night’s live stream included some experimentation with new midi sounds.  I hope you like my new direction!

I apologise profusely for the first 25 seconds of this video… 😂

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Just home from ProgStock. Dave is currently on a plane somewhere over the Atlantic… the Excellent Adventure is officially over! Thanks to everyone who joined us on our travels, stay tuned for stories, photos and videos from the road.

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This month’s download will be a complete show from the Paul & Dave’s Excellent Adventure Tour (video & audio). I’m just editing the video – will upload it this week. Hope you enjoy! 🙂

I thought it about time I employ a hair stylist for my pre-show prep. Meet Pete!

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Just picked up our rental vehicle for the tour… very disappointed that it’s not the hot air balloon we requested!

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Check this out!!!   Fellow Patron, Sean Barnes, has designed this amazing poster (and accompanying t-shirt).   What an amazing design!   Thanks SO much Sean, I’m over the moon!

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I’m working on putting together a special patron livestream for this Sunday at 4:30pm EDT. Hope you can join me!

What a tour that was! I really wish it wasn’t over… but when something good ends, it always brings the possibility of something even better. Looking forward to whatever that is! Back to Massachusetts for me now, where I’ll be working on some new music… Read More …

This tour’s postcards from the road are being signed by some of The Royal Affair Legends… including The God of Hellfire himself! If you’re on a Patreon tier that includes the postcard you can expect to receive yours soon. 🙂

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Jerry Janicki strikes again with another hilarious music/video combo.  He took our after show golf cart journey and set it to music… brilliant!  Thanks so much Jerry, love it!

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Tonight’s soundcheck turned into a dancing session! 🕺🏻💃🏼

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