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3 string Grease Monkey

Made the tune up as i went along .
Couple of mess up's along the way .

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Comment by Derek Rose on March 27, 2018 at 3:30pm: Enjoyed that very much, Shane.

Comment by John Matrishon on March 27, 2018 at 2:50pm: I heard nothing but good music...

Comment by jeffrey ross on March 25, 2018 at 12:23pm: I wish I could just wing it like that! Very nice to listen to, thank you.

Comment by Richard Sundberg on March 24, 2018 at 2:15pm: Nine Shanes playing as one! Beautiful music video!

Comment by shane wagstaff on March 24, 2018 at 12:06pm: Thanks Uncle .

Nice to have a little relaxing play sometimes .

Comment by shane wagstaff on March 24, 2018 at 12:05pm: Cheers Bruce

Comment by Uncle John on March 24, 2018 at 11:35am: Very nice, Shane. Soothing and pretty. (the song)

Comment by Bruce on March 24, 2018 at 11:19am: Nice melody

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