The Way Ep. 2: Des Ark Teaches “Ties”

April 5, 2016

Written by

Fabi Reyna

In our latest episode, Aimeé Argote, founder of North Carolina-based dynamic folk/noise rock group, Des Ark, walks us step-by-step through her song “Ties,” off of the group’s 2015 album, Everything Dies (Graveface Records) and gives us a few tips on open tunings.

Des Ark recently slayed at She Shreds’ SXSW event with Punctum Records at Studium and you can find a full interview with Argote in our November issue. Click below to follow the tabs while learning tricks and special instructions from the lesson above!

TIES

Every artist has their own way of learning, playing, teaching, and relating to music. As musicians, we’re taught that there are specific rules and fixed paths behind identifying as such. The Way is She Shreds’ new monthly series that investigates multi-faceted approaches to learning and playing guitar, by showcasing artists from varying backgrounds who will share their tips, tricks, and teach us to play their original songs the only way they know how. Executive Director Fabi Reyna | Creative Director Lauren Baker | Camera Operator Alejandro Ohlmaier |Camera Operator + Editor + Sound Melissa Ramirez | Stumbleontapes.com

Can’t hear her guitar over the cars in the background :/
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