I learned to play the entire Powerslave album at the age of 12. I sat for hours every day learning Dave Murray's parts. (My bro learned Adrian Smith...)
Even though I'm in a Rock and Roll/Rockabilly band, I still open every show with a surf version of the intro to Wasted Years.
The last artist I listened to...was actually myself.

We did a radio interview today in Columbia, MO (I'm in NJ) to support our new album. I hooked my computer up to the studio and recorded the interview. The station played about 4 songs, along with us calling in. I listened to make sure I captured and printed the interview. I stopped listening to music after that point (7 pm) and played guitar.
I guarantee the first artist I listen to tomorrow will be Van Halen.
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