Who Is Greg X ?
GREG X AOR MELODIC ROCK 2011
Greg X – New Generation London Based Melodic Rock Guitarist
With The 80′s Rock Influences
The Album
Polish-born, London-based guitarist Greg X is releasing his debut album “Dream” in 2011. The album features genuine 80’s superstars in vocal powerhouse Ken Tamplin (Shout, Magdallan, Joshua) and Asia drummer Jay Schellen. Schellen worked with Asia bandmate John Payne to mix the album, with Tamplin acting as producer.
The album features Greg X’s awesome guitar technique, Ken Tamplin’s 4-octave vocal range and thickly-layered harmonies, Schellen’s tight, fat drum sound and keyboard contributions from Panos Kolias and Ed Villanueva. “Dream” is notable for its big catchy melodies and its positive and empowering lyrics. The album was recorded with a passion for music and the sound of the best records of the 1980’s. “Dream” is available on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon Mp3 and directly from Greg’s website www.gregxmusic.com.
Greg’s Music Business Achievements
Greg is one of London’s most accomplished and influential guitar teachers and founder of the Wimbledon School of Guitar. Greg’s teaching business has produced hundreds of quality guitar players, many of whom have gone on to have an impact in the industry.
Greg is a regular columnist on several guitar instructional websites such as Ultimate Guitar. He undertakes guitar instruction clinics across the UK and regularly performs in London and elsewhere.
In 2008 he took part in the internationally released Compilation CD “Under the Same Sky”.
In 2011 he released his debut solo album “Dream”, digitally distributed worldwide.
Greg’s Objectives As A Musician
Greg’s objectives for the next few years are to become a successful touring musician, and he is working hard to reach this goal. Greg wishes to realise his dream of restoring the melodic rock sound prevalent in the 1980s as the dominant movement in rock music, with an empowering and positive message in difficult times. As a music instructor, Greg takes pride in helping his students reach their goals in music and beyond.
Greg’s Influences: Deep Purple, Rainbow, Joe Lynn Turner, Whitesnake, Europe, Van Halen, Yngwie Malmsteen, Vinnie Moore, Paul Gilbert, Tom Hess
“Dream” is for fans of: Ken Tamplin, Shout, Whitesnake, Dio ,Y&T, Unruly Child, GPS, Ratt, Cindirella, MSG, Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Asia, Foreigner, Night Ranger, Heart, Dokken, Twisted Sister, ACCEPT, Loudness, Mr. Big, Alcatrazz, Journey, Stryper, Guns n’ Roses, Whitecross, Scorpions, Led Zeppelin Aerosmith, Motley Crue, Pink Floyd, Queen, Thunder, Black Sabbath, White Lion, FM, Lionsheart, TNT, Tyketto, Firehouse, Skid Row.
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Greg X- Interviewed by Ian Johnson from Fireworks Magazine.
19 Feb 2012
I have been quiet lately it’s due to my work commitments at Wimbledon School of Guitar and writing songs for the new album. Now the good news is that I have my interview in Fireworks magazine issue 50. If you are a fan of 80′s rock and AOR you should get your copy. That [...]
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Greg X Dream Reviewed by the biggest guitar website Ultimate Guitar.com!!!
29 Jan 2012
The biggest Guitar Website Ultimate Guitar Which I contribute with my guitar instructional articles from time to time has revieved my Debut album ‘Dream’ I would like to tank all the Ultimate guitar crew for their support in promoting my album! Check the direct link here: http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/reviews/compact_discs/greg_x/dream/index.html
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Greg X Dream Scores 85 out of 100 on MelodicRock.com!
28 Jan 2012
Finally I got the review I have been waiting for a long time. I am talking here bout MelodicRock.com. My album scored 85% out of 100% I think it’s not bad as for an independent album. check the link and scroll down to read the review: http://www.melodicrock.com/reviews/reviews.html. I would like to let you know that [...]
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Guitar Lessons in London with Greg X
27 Jan 2012
As you might know apart from making music I teach guitar in London. If you wish to improve your guitar skills or learn completely from the scratch let me know as I can help you. Click on this link to visit my Wimbledon School of Guitar website: guitar lessons in london I accept students of [...]
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Greg X-Dream Album Reviwed by Sea of Tranquility
23 Jan 2012
I would like to report yet another album review. This time it is from Sea of Tranquility Website.Direct link here: http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=12149 It’s a pretty cool review. I would like to great all fans and remind you to add me on Facebook!!! Don’t be shy I want to hear from you!
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Greg X-Dream Album review on UK based Rocktopia.co.uk!
16 Jan 2012
Hey here’s a quick update. Another review on Rocktopia.co.uk! It’s a great website about melodic rock that I do check out regularly-If you like rock n’roll you should too. Here’s a direct link to the album review http://www.rocktopia.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1857%3Agreg-x-dream&catid=910%3Acd-reviews&Itemid=121
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Greg X-Interviewed by Dutch Lords of Metal
6 Jan 2012
I would like to quickly report that you can read an interview with my on Dutch Lords of Metal here’s a direct link: http://www.lordsofmetal.nl/interviews.php?lang=en I would like to send my big thank you to Wim Strijbosch from Lords of Metal for approaching me to do it:-) also I would like to say hello to all [...]
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GREG X INTERVIEVED BY GERMAN BREAK OUT MAGAZIN!
1 Jan 2012
Happy New Year to everyone! Here are some great news from Germany! Here’s a copy of BREAK OUT MAGAZIN featuring a short interview with me and and an album review. Big thank you to Marco Magin who did an interview and has sent me a copy! You can read an interview on line here: http://www.breakoutmagazin.de/ [...]
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GREG X-DREAM REVIEWED ON ANGELICWORLD.COM-CHRISTIAN ROCK AND METAL WEBSITE
28 Dec 2011
Life is good! Here’s probably the last review of album Dream in 2011. I have found it on Christian Metal & Hard Rock website ANGELICWORLD.COM go and check it out http://www.angelicwarlord.com/reviews/x/gregx.html It was an amazing year for AOR/MELODIC ROCK !!! I wasn’t aware there are still people who listen to this genre. I am sending [...]
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Greg X-Dream reviewed in UK Fireworks Magazine Issue 49
25 Dec 2011
Here’s a nice review of my album Dream featured in Fireworks Magazine Issue 49! I got my copy just before Christmas. There are some great interviews and a report from Firefest in Nottingham. You can grab yourself a copy of the magazine here: http://www.rocktopia.co.uk/index.php?option=com_rokquickcart&view=rokquickcart&Itemid=401 Please do me a favour and buy yourself a copy [...]
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Thank you Pablo – I will be in touch shortly!!!
hi greg,
just wanted to let you that my review of your CD is online via german webzine called http://www.powermetal.de under Reviews you´ll find it,
cheerz
Dirk Thank you for that!!!
Hello Greg, here you review from Spain,
all the best
http://rockinspain.es/discos/rock/18968-dream-greg-x-2011-greg-x-music