Victor Gann

THE DEVIL’S BEEN BUSY by VICTOR GANN (Self-released CD)

Victor Gann has been an active guitarist for over 20 years, studying with the like of Andy Timmons, Paul Gilbert, and even the great Joe Satriani. All the years of experience have paid off in a big and glorious way, judging by what is heard on his new instrumental CD The Devil’s Been Busy. Yes, there is guitar hero stuff galore on here, but it’s conducted with extreme skill and finesse. Those ready to rock are in for quite an adventure when placing this disc into your player.

The opening title song will instantly grab your attention, and the compelling guitar work remains innovative throughout the entire recording. For Love is grand enough to be played on the airwaves while the mid-paced Beyond The Sun is an absolute thrill to the senses. Shannon and Victoria lighten things up greatly, demonstrating a smooth versatility to Gann’s creative guitar work as well as spoken samples from loved ones. Another standout is 06/06/44, an exciting track showing Gann as a true guitar virtuoso. A Walk With God shows a spiritual side to Gann’s gifted guitar work that is shimmering and vibrant.

The talented musicians helping Victor Gann to realize his visions are Thomas Hopper on bass guitar and Bruce Ryan on drums. Nik Woods is listed as the live rhythm guitar player. Here’s hoping Victor Gann and his band can tour sometime soon and show everyone what real rock and roll guitar work is all about.

Info: www.myspace.com/victorgannmusic!  (Kenneth Morton)