Prog Collab! (Li-sa-X, Rich Henshall, James Norbert Ivanyi, Connor Kaminski, Claudio Pietronik)

Five world-class players unleashed on one big bespoke track. Dig into six minutes of prog, where dirty djent riffs and synthwave melodies exist in harmony, and shred is the name of the game. Featuring James Norbert Ivanyi, Claudio Pietronik, Richard Henshall, Connor Kaminski, and for the first time at JTC, Li-sa-X.

This release includes video/audio, tab/notation, study guide and short/extended backings.

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🇦🇺 James Norbert Ivanyi

🇬🇧 Connor Kaminski

🇯🇵 Li-sa-X

🇮🇹 Claudio Pietronik

🇬🇧 Richard Henshall

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In the fourth instalment of our Collab Series, we go full-on prog. Genre switch-ups, time signature changes and a should-be-illegal amount of tapping.

The festival starts with James Norbert Ivanyi, who goes Phrygian heavy on this synth-laden section. In his own signature way, James gives us chromatics and big open chords. Then as the solo builds, he mixes up super-smooth legato and a big heap of contrasting bends.

As we step into Connor’s section, we’re given some 7/8, a whirlwind of whammy and some turbo alternate picking. All the elements of modern prog are here; hook-heavy lines, palm muted phrases, ultra-precise shred and a spine of subtle vibrato throughout.

Making her JTC debut is Li-sa-X and she doesn’t disappoint. As the 8-string djent-inspired groove kicks in, she does her thing. Superimposition, big nasty bends and a ton of tapping are the cornerstones of this solo, which is also crammed with sweep picking, whammy work and a bullet train full of soloing tricks.

Prog is all about exploration, and that’s where Claudio comes in. Given a synthwave track, he uses his extensive knowledge of chord tones, and some blue-note-enhanced minor pentatonic to build those uplifting melodies he is known for. Packed with hybrid picking, tapping, slides, bends and more, this is a feast for prog-shredders and an extra-special gift for fans of sustain.

The final full stop on this story comes from Richard Henshall. Given a tempo increase to tackle, he brings out the tap-slides, chromatic-based dissonance and all manner of big bends. If you like tapping, you’ll like this solo. And if you’re an agent of chaos, just wait until the end.

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[JTCGuitar]

​Huge welcome to Li-sa-X who makes her JTC debut. Massive respect to James for his work on the extra synth. Claudio, you rock for that synthwave action and Rich, that ending is just ridiculous. Finally, Connor, thanks for putting this all together and of course, lots of lovely picking.

[rishikeshdeka]

Claudio's one is my personal favourite here, so much feel yet technically on point with great phrasings.

[JacobBx]

We need a new fusion collab with Max Ostro, Tom Quayle, Andre Nieri and Martin Miller!!

[Father_Quant]

Claudio is a musical genius. He's incredible

[DavidLotz-fuly]

Lisa just keeps getting better and better!
I love you Lisa ❤

[babounce]

My favorite compilation of all time. It just was near perfect to me

[gauravlama]

Everyone is so Unique ❤️❤️ Loved the takes from Claudio Pietronik, Lisa X & Connor

[DiegoPujolT]

You need to get Guthrie to one of these jams. Him, Tom Quayle, Andre Nieri, Matteo Mancuso, and Jack Gardiner would be insane.

[mountainman]

Amazing players all. The woman was my favourite tone and phrasing

[MrGunwitch]

Claudio always brings the goods, superb.

[calvintasteofpuremusic]

Claudio note selection and phrasing amazing. So melodic. One of best modern guitarest.

[devincrosby]

Connors part is absolutely exquisite. Makes me wanna run through a wall but I’m already soaring through the clouds with that solo. All had amazing parts. Beautiful.

[guitarwithdm]

Lisa played very well but the 1st and 4th guitarist played most melodically and beautifully great collab #JTC

[guitar_kozoh]

楽しみに待っていた動画、素晴らしい、Li
Claudio's melodies is insane...👏

[DiegoPujolT]

Claudio is always magical! One of the best guitarists on this site, and underrated IMO.

I loved Richard's track and his solo, too.

[MrDavyBigot]

Claudio Pietronik is fantastic. I love his musicality.

[RGFX]

lisa x can definitely work with loomis . tasty approach .

[OniHasan]

Pretty sick guys! Would love to join in next time 🤘

[mottahead]

Wow !
This was really great !
Kudos to everyone involved in the making of this video !

Think we should all take a minute to be chuffed at the current state of this great community and the awesome direction it's headed in