🔥This years "So You Think You Can Shred?" event at the 2024 Mountain Music Festival in Gatlinburg was hosted by our very own Derek "Mr. Shred" Thomas and it was absolutely SHREDSATIONAL! 🎸🎸🎸 With a slam packed panel of all-star judges like Joel Hoekstra (Cher, Whitesnake, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Rock Of Ages) , Sam “Bam” Kolton (Dorothy/ Faster Pussycat) , Don Jamieson (The Metal Show/ Stand-up Comic) , Kieran Robertson (Faster Pussycat) , Kristian Sol ( The Cruel Intentions) - our aspiring Shred Extraordinaire participants had the odds stacked against them but a few of them were able to rise to the occasion and unleash a Shred Storm on the smokey mountains like non before them! 🙌🎸🔥 🤯Also in attendance was the Mighty Brad Gillis of Night Ranger who stopped by to see what all the hype was about ;) Big thank you to the Mountain Music Festival for having us out and to our incredible sponsors like @Blackstaramps - @KramerGuitarsUSA & @espguitarsusa for supplies the awesome instruments that our participants rocked out on! 📲Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you don't miss out on any more exclusive coverage of this years Mountain Music Festival in Gatlinburg, TN and don't forget to click the link below to reserve on of our Limited Edition "Super Halen" Soldano Amps before they are all gone! 👇👇👇 https://mastersofshred.com/collections/limited-edition-1x12-super-halen-1x12-cabinet-head 👉 Follow us on Instagram too 👇👇👇 https://www.instagram.com/mastersofshred/?hl=en #soyouthinkyoucanshred #mountainfestival #monstersofrockcruise #mrshred #mastersofshred #shred #shredder #guitar #guitarcontest #guitarsolo #guitarist #gusg #blackstar #kramerguitars #stevevai #joesatriani #nunobettencourt #zakkwylde #georgelynch #slash #buckethead #evh #philx #dimebagdarrell

Check out the phenomenal talent of 16-year-old guitar prodigy Gavin Hades from the band Gavin Evick's as he takes the stage at Tally Ho Theater, Leesburg, VA, on June 24, 2023, opening for Lynch Mob. Witness Gavin's extraordinary guitar skills, showcasing his unparalleled guitar prowess. Whether you're a guitar enthusiast or simply appreciate incredible musical talent, prepare to be astonished by Gavin Hades! Be sure to hit that like button, leave a comment, and share this video with fellow music enthusiasts. Subscribe to our channel for more electrifying performances and stay tuned for future updates. Stay connected!

The Gavin Evick Band has been riding high on critical acclaim following the recent release of their highly-anticipated new single, "Young, Wild & Free." Debuting on June 20th, the song has already made a significant radio impact, capturing the attention of music fans with its driving anthemic rock. Frontman and songwriter Gavin Evick has crafted a song that celebrates the carefree spirit of youth, with lyrics that speak to the universal desire to embrace life's adventures and live in the moment while guitarist Gavin Hades propels the song with his shimmering guitar work and fretboard wizardry. Together, they make "Young, Wild & Free" a contender for rock song of the summer. The success of the new single has only further cemented the Gavin Evick Band's reputation as one of the most exciting young acts in the contemporary rock landscape, with critics praising the group's ability to blend classic rock influences with a fresh modern twist. As the band continues to bask in the glow of this latest triumph, fans eagerly await more music as they continue performing live across the country. Correspondent Robert Cavuoto spoke with guitarist Gavin Hades about his musical foundation, how his father's gift of a guitar inspired him to perform with Bret Michaels at 14 years old, what it was like to hear his song on the radio for the first time, and what fans can expect in terms of new music. WEBSITE: https://www.sonicperspectives.com FACEBOOK: https://fb.me/sonicperspectives TWITTER: https://twitter.com/sncperspectives FLIPBOARD: http://bit.ly/Flip-SP PODCASTS ON ITUNES: http://bit.ly/SonicPerspectives #GavinHades #TheGavinEvickBand #RockNRoll #Interview #RobertCavuoto #Rock #Guitarist #PeteEvick #SonicPerspectives