It was 1980-something. I was in a band called Sans Dargent (i.e. “no money”). I wrote a song called “Killer Head” because it’s hard to play. Because it’s hard to play, people. This was recorded live at a club, the Blue Wall, and I have done my best to mix/master it to be sonically acceptable. My good friend Chris Poudrier Sr. was on drums, kicking it hard. The genre is Pre-Post-Rock-Fusion. I was thinking too highly of myself. Also, I was into picking every.single.note. Enjoy.
Some People (Featuring Evan Goodrow on Vocals)
I loved writing and recoding this song. Some songs are like that. Do you like it?
Tempest
Some pics from my band Tempest back at UMASS Amherst. There are more. I have to look for those.
That solo break in Whole Lotta Love
The solo break in Whole Lotta Love. So much fun with a Les Paul.
My Spanish Lover
This is an original composition, written in 1981. The sheet music is below in this post. Play it; record it; it’s a challenge and fun. Email me at rkentberger#gmail.com if you want me to send you the PDF of the sheet music.
On the Road from 2002-2004 (with this hair)
For two years I left the practice of law and business behind and went back “out there” to play full time in the “Ricky Berger Blues Band.” That was a wonderful and several times truly wild journey. I hosted a weekly blues jam in Hopedale, MA and played lots of gigs here and there. The journey on these routes brought me back to my musical roots.
Castles Made of Sand (Excerpt)
This little excerpt features the “Onamac Windery” custom wound Jimi Hendrix pickups in “Little Red.” Kerry Learned, of Onamac Windery, is a genius. Since this taping Little Red got a maple reverse stock neck.
Star Spangled Banner
Here is my version of the Star Spangled Banner. I meant for it to be sweeter and a bit more contemplative than other guitar versions of this piece. I was literally looking for some peace in this piece. If that makes sense …
Opening for Chicago in 2006.
Here are some pics from 2006 when I got to open for the legendary band Chicago and then hang out to dance for their set. Ok, that was the best time.
16, with that Jeff Beck T-Shirt.
1974 Fender Telecaster Custom. 1960’s Fender Bandmaster head. An Acoustic cab (with at least one horn) that sounded awesome. I have always loved great gear and playing loud. I was, however, overly serious about things. And I probably thought a little too highly of myself back in those days. We live and we learn (at least in theory).
