"Instrumental music is not for everyone. Still, lots of creative people enjoy it when they seek a vibe but not a vocal that might distract from thought or focused actions-like writing music reviews. I'm writing this one while listening to guitar virtuoso John 5's latest, Ghost, and while it's not exactly haunting, it is a harmonious aural experience which shows off fantastical fret and finger skills, as well as a fiercely focused heart."
"The deaths of 5's sister, father, mother, and best friend occurred within a short time frame, which led to multiple mental and physical ailments. He found that experimenting with and putting his mind and body intently into something he loved-his instrument-made things better. Listening to his latest material, you can almost feel the emotions as he works through them via every menacing riff and rhythmic repetition."
Instrumental music offers a vibe without vocals that can aid focused activities. Guitarist John 5's album Ghost delivers a harmonious, technically dazzling aural experience showcasing fret and finger skills and emotional focus. A series of personal losses—including the deaths of his sister, father, mother, and best friend—led to mental and physical ailments and deeper immersion into progressive shred-style guitar playing. Channeling emotion through intense practice and experimentation improved his condition and informs the album's menacing riffs and rhythmic repetition. The record celebrates his white Fender Telecaster, dubbed "The Ghost", balances heavy aggression and whimsical touches, and emphasizes metallic mastery across ten studio albums.
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