
Wong Notes
Hi, my name is Cory Wong. This is my podcast. I'm going to talk to your favorite artists as they discuss their personal tricks of the trade, never-before-heard stories, and the proper response when Sinatra wants to peep your master tapes.
Latest episodes

Jun 23, 2021 • 54min
Joe Walsh Can Tell You What Not to Do
The HOF-er regales Cory with legendary classic rock guitar tales, gives his simple recipe for a good tone, and shares his reasons for trying to make a difference in the world.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Joe Walsh: https://www.joewalsh.comHit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

Jun 16, 2021 • 1h 10min
Nathan East on Filling Every Note with Love
The legendary bassist shares wisdom and reflects on a long and storied career playing with just about everyone from Eric Clapton to Daft Punk and tells Cory how he keeps his gigs.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Nathan East: https://nathaneast.com/Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

Jun 9, 2021 • 1h 2min
Mark Lettieri Likes Solos You Can Dance To
Mark Lettieri, The Snarky Puppy guitarist and session ace, talks about playing in the pocket, approaching new music, crafting the perfect take, and his new PRS signature guitar. The podcast also covers topics such as the importance of versatility for guitar players, their experiences collaborating with guitar heroes, the benefits of a string winder and affordable gear, and the significance of a good recording interface.

Jun 2, 2021 • 50min
Larry Carlton’s Favorite Guitar Solos From Bebop to “Sleepwalk”
The studio legend also talks about developing a personal style, playing 500 sessions a year at age 22, tips for practicing blended chord voicings, and why he loves his ES-style guitars.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Larry Carlton: https://www.larrycarlton335.com/Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

May 26, 2021 • 1h 11min
Why You Should Prep (& Maintain) Like an Athlete
Nashville physician Dr. Charlie Kautz on everyday practices that can help keep aches and pains away and facilitate better playing.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Dr. Charlie: https://drcharliekautz.com/Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

May 19, 2021 • 1h 14min
Lindsay Ell: “A Guitar Solo Should be the Extra Lyrics of a Song.”
The country-guitar trailblazer on when to burn and when to lay back, the secret to touring band chemistry, “lunchbox” songwriting in Nashville, and lessons from her guitar coach, 6-string legend Dann Huff.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Lindsay Ell: http://lindsayell.comHit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

May 12, 2021 • 55min
Christian McBride: Legends, Labels, and the Guts of Genius
The bass great talks about gigging with legends like Chick Corea and James Brown, why he thinks labels are BS, the need to take chances, and how he became music director for the historic Newport Jazz Festival.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Christian McBride: https://www.christianmcbride.com/Hit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

May 5, 2021 • 52min
Heart’s Nancy Wilson: “I Think Artistic Integrity Is Fleeting at Best.”
Plus, the rock-guitar legend recalls the Seattle grunge scene, talks 6- and 12-string acoustics in big arrangements, how she wrote the iconic introduction to “Crazy on You,” and playing “Stairway to Heaven” for Led Zeppelin.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Nancy Wilson: https://www.heart-music.comHit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

Apr 28, 2021 • 1h 20min
Danny Elfman Goes Psycho!
After 105 films, the scorer/rocker talks about the mercurial relationship between composers and directors—including Tim Burton, cultivating inspiration, and revisiting the music of Oingo Boingo.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Danny Elfman: http://dannyelfman.comHit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid

Apr 21, 2021 • 49min
Peter Frampton: "Management's Greed Was My Downfall"
The guitar legend talks about his rise, fall, and rise again—plus the importance of constant reinvention and embracing the notion of always paying your dues.Get 30% off your first year of DistroKid by going here: http://distrokid.com/vip/corywongVisit Peter Frampton: http://frampton.comHit us up: wongnotes@premierguitar.comVisit Cory: https://www.corywongmusic.comVisit Premier Guitar: http://premierguitar.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wongnotespodIG: https://www.instagram.com/wongnotespodProduced by Jason Shadrick and Cory WongAdditional Editing by Shawn PersingerPresented by DistroKid