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DC Slater's musical roots originated at the age of ten, when he was first introduced to music theory, notation, and orchestral instruments in elementary school music programs. Being heavily influenced by the early 90’s rock sound, he took it upon himself to learn guitar by reading books on technique and by playing along to the likes of Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Nirvana, Soundgarden, and several other bands that helped define the alternative/grunge, "Seattle" sound that emerged during that period. It wasn't before the age of sixteen that he began receiving formal guitar lessons from a very accomplished musician and teacher, Mr. George Haviland. By this time, DC had began to take interest in the playing styles of two rock guitar legends… Edward Van Halen and Joe Satriani. He spent his remaining high school years playing guitar religiously while laying the groundwork for his own style, based heavily on lengthy legato runs and tapping techniques. He quickly became known amo...