Exclusive Live Video: Rodrigo y Gabriela Perform “The Soundmaker”
Hopefully by now you’ve watched our exclusive interview with acoustic guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela.
In the 3-part series, Guitar World’s Jimmy Brown chats with Rod y Gab about songwriting, gear, and their latest release, 9 Dead Alive.
Perhaps their most explosive and thrilling release to date, the record captures Rodrigo y Gabriela bursting with melodic and rhythmic invention.
Opening track “The Soundmaker” is evidence of this raw energy.
Below, be treated to an exclusive performance of the song, right from our studio!
Check out 9 Dead Alive tour dates and much more at rodgab.com.
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Acoustic Nation is written by Laura B. Whitmore, a music industry marketing veteran, music journalist and editor, who has contributed to Parade.com, Guitar World, and others. She has interviewed hundreds of musicians and hosts the She Rocks Podcast. As the founder of the Women’s International Music Network, she advocates for women in the music industry and produces the annual She Rocks Awards. She is the Senior Vice President of Marketing for Positive Grid, making the world safe for guitar exploration everywhere! A guitarist and singer/songwriter, Laura is currently co-writing an album of pop songs that empower and energize girls.
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