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Allan Holdsworth's New Horizons | '''''Summary''': Allan Holdsworth, a pioneering and innovative guitarist, is celebrated for his unique approach to playing the guitar. He blends rock and jazz elements in his music. Holdsworth is also known for his use of cutting-edge technology like the SynthAxe, which sets him apart in the world of guitarists. Despite his extraordinary technique, he faces challenges in getting airplay on both jazz and rock radio stations, as his music straddles both genres. His commitment to innovation and experimentation continues to drive his musical journey.'' ''[This summary was written by ChatGPT in 2023 based on the article text below.]'' | ||
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He's hoping that unfortunate thinking will change with the release of Atavachron, his second album for Enigma Records. "I guess some people think that I play the rock thing just because it's more commercial and that it will help sell records. And that's actually not the reason at all. It's just that I love certain things about rock music and I want my music to be a combination of both things-rock and jazz. But instead of it being liked by both camps it scares people from both sides away from it, which leaves me in this no-man's land in the middle. So I'm trying to get away from that with this new album - see if we can get over with a jazz audience!' | He's hoping that unfortunate thinking will change with the release of Atavachron, his second album for Enigma Records. "I guess some people think that I play the rock thing just because it's more commercial and that it will help sell records. And that's actually not the reason at all. It's just that I love certain things about rock music and I want my music to be a combination of both things-rock and jazz. But instead of it being liked by both camps it scares people from both sides away from it, which leaves me in this no-man's land in the middle. So I'm trying to get away from that with this new album - see if we can get over with a jazz audience!' | ||
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