Outside of the guitar world I’m not sure a whole lot of people know who Richie Kotzen is. That’s a real shame because he’s a very talented musician. Richie’s career has ran the span from releasing several solo albums on Shrapnel to playing and recording with Poison and Mr. Big to fronting his own bands. Richie has a new CD coming out on September 9 called “Peace Sign”. If it’s anything like his past releases it should be full of great rock tunes, his smokie vocals, and unique guitar work blazing through out.

You can find out more info and order Richie’s new CD here on his web site: Richie Kotzen Official Site

Check out this video the shows what a great multi-intrumentalist he is.

One thing that makes Paul Gilbert so cool in my book is that while he can play super fast and clean, he knows when to shred and when not to. It’s probably pretty easy once you’ve made a name for yourself as a super shredder to kinda stay in your comfort zone but over the years Paul has evolved into a much more rounded player. Here is a really cool cover of the Doors “Light My Fire” that Paul performed at a Guitar Center in California.

Be sure to check out the new live DVD of the recently reunited Mr. Big “Budokan – Reunion Tour 2009″ in Japan.