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Wong Notes

Premier Guitarwww.premierguitar.com
Hi, my name is Cory Wong. This is my podcast. I'm going to talk to your favorite artists as they discuss their personal tricks of the trade, never-before-heard stories, and the proper response when Sinatra wants to peep your master tapes.
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Episodes

Ask Cory!

Cory turns the spotlight on himself and answers questions from fans about ego, life as a session guitarist, and what to do when you don't nail that audition. Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespod Produced by Jason Shadrick and Cory Wong Presented by Fender...

Aug 19, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 12

James Valentine

Maroon 5's fleet-fingered axeman dishes out the backstory on his signature Ernie Ball Music Man model and what it was like to rock out at the Super Bowl. Visit Maroon 5: https://www.maroon5.com Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespod Produced by Jason Shadrick and Cory Wong Presented by Fender...

Aug 12, 20201 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 11

George Benson

WE GOT BENSON! Talk about a legend. George Benson has crossed over between pop, jazz, and R&B so many times I've lost count. Listen in as he share stories of collaborations with Gorillaz, Stevie Wonder, and the infamous Sinatra story. Visit George Benson: http://georgebenson.com Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespod Pro...

Aug 05, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Béla Fleck

Bela is a world-class musician and the world's leading ambassador of the banjo. Cory is a card-carrying superfan. Listen in as Bela discusses his approach to improvisation, his high school years with Omar Hakim and Marcus Miller (!), and his love for collaboration. Visit Bela Fleck: https://www.belafleck.com Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.inst...

Jul 29, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 9

The Bacon Brothers

Kevin and Michael Bacon join Cory to talk about their new album, 'The Way We Love,' copping loops from Logic, and how their creative partnerships works. Visit The Bacon Brothers: https://www.baconbros.com Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespod Produced by Jason Shadrick and Cory Wong Presented by Fender...

Jul 22, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Sean Hurley

What does it take to be a first-call bassist? Sean Hurley would know. He has graced studios and stages along with John Mayer, Stevie Nicks, Jason Mraz, Vertical Horizon, and many, many more. Listen is as he discusses how he prepares for a gig, gear essentials, and how a good level of confidence can improve your tone. Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https:/...

Jul 15, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Yvette Young of Covet

Yvette Young is a future-rock superstar. Her perception of guitar involves inventive open tunings, rhythmic creativity, and an open heart that welcomes outside influences. Her band, Covet, is a math-rock trio that blends graceful melodies and propulsive and engaging harmonies. For more information about Yvette, visit https://yvetteyoung.bandcamp.com Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twi...

Jul 08, 202058 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Rob Harris of Jamiroquai

Over the last 20 years, Rob has been holding down the guitar chair in Jamiroquai. He’s known as a go-to session player with credits on albums by Katy Perry, Kanye West, Robbie Williams, and many more. For more information about Rob, visit http://robharrismusic.co.uk Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespod Produced by Jason Sh...

Jul 01, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Eric Johnson

A true guitar hero, Eric Johnson discusses sage advice he received while touring with B.B. King, his approach to refining his voice, and how he uses the piano to cop new guitar voicings. Bonus: Cory makes a shocking gear confession. Check out Eric Johnson: https://ericjohnson.com Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespod Produc...

Jun 24, 202049 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Molly Tuttle

Molly Tuttle is a fiery picker, dynamite singer, and incredible songwriter. She meets up with Cory to discuss her unique clawhammer style, developing a repertoire, and playing rhythm guitar in bluegrass and old-time music. Her latest album is called When You’re Ready and is available at mollytuttlemusic.com. Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.inst...

Jun 17, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 3

John Scofield

John Scofield has been a trailblazer for over 30 years. He's played with everyone from Miles Davis to Medeski, Martin, and Wood. He's full of stories and is a true ambassador of the guitar. His latest album, Swallow Tales , is available on June 12. Head over to http://johnscofield.com for more information. Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instag...

Jun 10, 20201 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Joe Satriani

Joe Satriani is one of the most successful instrumental rock guitarists of all time. His latest album, Shapeshifting , was just released in April and is full of speedy legato runs and otherworldly rock jams. Cory and Joe discuss how to get in a performance-based mindset, Satch's famous guitar students, and advice for breaking through the noise of the modern music scene. Check out Joe here: http://satriani.com Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com Visit ...

May 27, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Welcome to Wong Notes

Here's a taste of what's coming up this season. WE GOT BENSON! Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.com Visit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.com/ Visit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespod IG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespod/ Produced by Cory Wong and Jason Shadrick Presented by Fender...

May 14, 20203 min
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