Here's an exclusive clip of Joe Walsh performing the classic James Gang track "Funk #49" from his recent Guitar Center Sessions episode.
Guitar Center Sessions, which appears exclusively on DIRECTV, showcases exclusive live performances, all of which are filmed in hi-def at Guitar Center’s Hollywood, California, location. Each episode features interviews conducted by Nic Harcourt.
“In the upcoming episodes of Guitar Center Sessions, we really get down to the root of how these artists have overcome their struggles on the road to success,” Harcourt says. “These are musicians who have found a way to turn their passion into a profession and by sharing their stories we aim to inspire more artists to follow suit.”
Walsh's episode kicked off the new season; the next installment, featuring Ben Folds Five, will air Friday, December 14. Check out the full schedule below the video.
For more about Guitar Center Sessions, visit gc.guitarcenter.com/sessions. For more about Walsh, visit his official website.
Guitar Center Sessions 2012 Episode Schedule:
- Dec. 14: Ben Folds Five
- Dec. 21: Meiko
- Dec. 28: Papa Roach
- Jan. 11: Hoobastank
- Jan. 25: Jimmy Cliff
- Feb. 8: Kinky
- Feb. 22: Andy Allo
- March 8: Skylar Grey
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