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Easton, PA's Greg Howe was a breath of fresh air amidst the seemingly never-ending stream of harmonic minor guitar virtuosos pouring forth from the Shrapnel Records label in the late '80s. While other post-Yngwie Malmsteen players of the "shred guitar" genre were pursuing the dramatic neo-classical vein, Howe brought a sense of funk and groove to the table that was sorely needed. Howe paid his… Read more in Amazon's Greg Howe Store

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  • Audio CD (May 4, 1999)
  • Original Release Date: May 4, 1999
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Shrapnel
  • ASIN: B00000IGG8
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #223,753 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another example of how Greg can do anything on the guitar!!!, July 8, 2004
This album is amazing! The reviews that this album is neoclassical are innacurate. This sounds nothing like Yngwie. This album has a few neoclassical elements, but the sound is very progressive. Since when is La Villa Strangiato a neoclassical tune? Please!!! The first song is amazing. Only greg could play something like the beginning of the song, and still have it resolve into a tune that makes sense. Full Throttle is a heavy metal song at it's best, with Greg trading solos with his student, the amazong Prashant Aswani! This album shows that Greg can excel in writing and playing progressive instrumental guitar. Highly recommended!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Greg still kicks butt, March 25, 1999
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Greg, a good friend of mine is still proving he's the best with his new Cd "Ascend". Once again teamed with keyboardist Vitalij Kuprij they rip it up on 8 GREAT songs. From his first self-titled Cd to this new masterpiece, Greg is still on top of the guitar world with his amazing feel, tone, and chops. If you wonder who the next guitar hero for the next century is, the look no further than Greg Howe and "Ascend"
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5.0 out of 5 stars Maybe the Best???, September 29, 2002
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I've always stuck with Satriani and Steve Vai. I never really listened to Howe, but knew he was a guitarist for Micheal Jackson for a while. Then, I unintentionally downloaded some of his songs with Kazaa. All I know is that this guy is better than both of them. Not better than both of them put together, but still. Sometimes, it gets that Yngwie Malmsteem sound when they do those keyboard and guitar duets. I've been playing guitar for 22 years now and would recommend this to every guitar player. Or anyone who's into Vai, Satraini, Hoey, and Malmsteem.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Buy Tilt, Project or Soundproof first . . .
Although anything by Greg is really great, listen to
Tilt, Project or Soundproof first before buying this one.
Those three are imo the ones to get first .
Published 8 months ago by Nepa

5.0 out of 5 stars Just, plain, WOW
Pros: Howe playing some progressive and neoclassical again. Can't beat it.

Cons: Rush cover is boring, track "Full Throttle" well, isn't. Read more
Published on September 19, 2007 by Jim Tzaras

3.0 out of 5 stars way too neo-classical
This album reminded my of listening to Yngwie Malmsteen back in the 80s - the same rehashed classical type solos . Read more
Published on December 20, 2002 by Howard L Lambert

5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST CD THAT I 'VE HEARED IN 2000
In this cd you can find a marriage: Mr Greg Howe and Mr Kuprij.
An incredible feeling... without words, because this is an instrumental album. I suggest to buy this jewel... Read more
Published on February 18, 2002 by FABIO QUADRINI

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great release from the greg man!
I've been a fan of gregs for years, his phrasing and composition are unmatched by anyone in his genre. Read more
Published on February 14, 2000 by michael bacon

5.0 out of 5 stars thank you
Loving it! More of the same, please! Thank you Greg
Published on October 10, 1999 by Jeff Robinson (jeamhoki@aol.com)

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