This list is Artist backing tracks that I play lead and improvise over.  This will entail various styles, Metal, Rock, Blues, Acoustic, Cinematic, Dreamy Ethereal, Dramatic, Glorious, Majestic, Epic, Melodic, Wistful, Sorrowful, 80's, Modern, Neo Classical, Atmospheric and anything else I come across.  I have permission from these artist to use and post to SoundCloud and YouTube. The Tracks by the artist are obviously mixed by them and are complete.  The lead, soloing, improvising parts are by me and they are not mixed or edited.  They are Raw in the original recording.  There's are mistakes, notes, possibly out of key or tune even though I check. I hope you enjoy. Please leave a comment good or bad and many thanks for listening \m/

My Lead Improvising over Artist's Backing Tracks

Beats

That's right, I have a new axe...a Schecter. I never even considered one before. But, I saw great reviews(and it cost 1/3 the price my Les Paul) so I picked one up. I wrote this epic instrumental to give it a test drive. I cut the drum loops (and gave them that big 80s feel), used my LPs for the rhythm guitars, played bass, layered harmonies of the Schecter's sweet, singing tone for the chorus and let 'er rip on some lead and Floyd Rose dive bombs. Such a fun guitar to play!

Dawn of a New Blade

FULL VIDEO HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opeopD5R5aA
"It is night. But I am not alone. The moon lights up the night. Light and darkness in perfect balance. Just like the white and black keys on the piano. Forever connected. Just like us. And our own affirmations conjure us into another, new world. Because we are here. Infinitely through space and time."

“Moonday Affirmations” – the new pure piano piece: for your individual affirmation journey through space & time. Your meditation and affirmation time. Relax and recharge with positive energy. Inner balance, inner healing. For 2025 and beyond. Our year 9 (2025) affirmations? Here we go: 
"We are open to receiving unexpected blessings & miracles in this new year. Our life path is divinely guided & supported. What`s truly meant for us is here! In 2025 and beyond!".

Moonday Affirmations

MOONDAY AFFIRMATIONS

ATTENTION Disclaimer:  The music track that I’m playing lead & improvising over is not mine and I do not own it. The track is created by YT Jam Tracks and all credit goes to him for the music track creation which I have listed below. Check out YT Jam Tracks on YouTube and Bandcamp. The links below are to the original material by the artist.  

Obtained from: YT Jam Tracks
YouTube site: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdMqonsla0BK21Fnf9Qx5Wg
Backing Track Title: Dramatic Melodic Rock Backing Track in E Minor
YouTube Track channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QG0iLF4W7A
Bandcamp website: https://ytjamtracks.bandcamp.com/track/dramatic-melodic-rock-backing-track-in-e-minor-3

Date: 3/9/25
Song Title: The Realism of Nothing V7
The lead, improvising over the track was done with the following;
Picture with Track: Is the Gear I used to play through
Guitar Used: Ibanez Premium RG921QMF with HH configuration
Color:  Blue Quilt
Strings: Ernie Ball Super Slinky 9-42 and Hybrid 9-46
DAW: Reaper
AmpSim: Archetype Tim Henson X
Presets: 80’s Arch Lead
Interface: Focusrite 2i2 2nd Gen

Raw: What does RAW mean to me, not having undergone processes of preparing, finishing, refining, or mastering: It is what was recorded at that time in its current state.
Comments: Please follow if you like, comment if you like and I’m opened to feedback to improve my playing, recording, mixing etc.  Thanks for listening \m/.


The Realism of Nothing V7

Soul Searching

All Music recorded and performed by: John Baker
All Lead work written and performed by: Dale Norwood
Mixed and Mastered by: John Baker

Wanted to come back with a little AC/DC style track I thought up and recorded a few weeks back. My friend Dale Norwood lent his hand to the lead work for me. He isn't on soundcloud, but is a great guy and awesome musician. So sit back and just have some fun with this!!!

Unified Freak Show

cool swinging bluespop with violins and synth

Only a reflection

ATTENTION:  The backing track that I’m playing lead & improvising over is not mine and I do not own it. The track is owned by MusicArt Studio and all credit goes to them for the backing track creation which I have listed below.  I have permission from MusicArt Studio and Artist to use and post on SoundCloud and YouTube. Go check out MusicArt Studio’s work via Bandcamp and YouTube links below for multiple music backing track styles.

Permission obtained from: MusicArt Studio
Bandcamp website: https://backing-tracks.bandcamp.com/
Professional Backing Tracks vol. 4
Backing Track Title: Hard Rock Heavy Metal Bm 130 bpm
Buy here: https://music.apple.com/it/album/professional-guitar-backing-tracks-vol-4/1438686184
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/MusicArtTube

The lead over the track was done with an original 1987 ESP M-1 Deluxe with an 81 or 85 humbucker using Amplitube 4 Software.

Encounter_00X

80's ESP M - 1 Deluxe Improvising

ATTENTION:  The backing track that I’m playing lead & improvising over is not mine and I do not own it. The track is owned by MusicArt Studio and all credit goes to them for the backing track creation which I have listed below.  I have permission from MusicArt Studio and Artist to use and post on SoundCloud and YouTube. Go check out MusicArt Studio’s work via Bandcamp and YouTube links below for multiple music backing track styles.

Permission obtained from: MusicArt Studio
Bandcamp website: https://backing-tracks.bandcamp.com/
Professional Backing Tracks vol. 4
Backing Track Title: Hard Rock Heavy Metal Bm 130 bpm
Buy here: https://music.apple.com/it/album/professional-guitar-backing-tracks-vol-4/1438686184
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/MusicArtTube

The lead over the track was done with an original 1992 MIJ RG550 with Seymour Duncan humbuckers using Amplitube 4 Software.

1992 Ibanez RG550 Improvising

ATTENTION:  The backing track that I’m playing lead & improvising over is not mine and I do not own it. The track is owned by MusicArt Studio and all credit goes to them for the backing track creation which I have listed below.  I have permission from MusicArt Studio and Artist to use and post on SoundCloud and YouTube. Go check out MusicArt Studio’s work via Bandcamp and YouTube links below for multiple music backing track styles.

Permission obtained from: MusicArt Studio
Bandcamp website: https://backing-tracks.bandcamp.com/
Professional Backing Tracks vol. 5
Backing Track Title: Hard Rock Heavy Metal Am
Buy here: https://music.apple.com/us/album/professional-backing-tracks-vol-5/1404999380
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/MusicArtTube

The lead over the track was done with an original 1992 MIJ RG550 with Seymour Duncan humbuckers using Amplitube 4 Software.

1992 Ibanez RG550 Improvising (Different Track)

ATTENTION:  The backing track that I’m playing lead & improvising over is not mine and I do not own it. The track is owned by Gary Hollingsworth and all credit goes to him for the backing track creation which I have listed below.  I have permission from Gary Hollingsworth to use and post on SoundCloud and YouTube. Go check out Gary Hollingsworth work via Bandcamp link below for music inquiries and backing track styles.

Permission obtained from: Gary Hollingsworth Guitar Mastery Academy –Jam Trax
Bandcamp website: http://garyhollingsworth.bandcamp.com/track/metal-jam-backing-track
Backing Track Title: Metal Jam – Backing Track

The lead over the track was done with an original 1992 MIJ RG550 with Seymour Duncan humbuckers using Amplitube 4 Software.

1992 Ibanez RG550 Improvising (Different 2)

ATTENTION Disclaimer:  The backing track that I’m playing lead & improvising over is not mine and I do not own it. The track is owned by MusicArt Studio & Artist and all credit goes to them for the backing track creation which I have listed below.  I have permission from MusicArt Studio and Artist to use and post on SoundCloud and YouTube. Go check out MusicArt Studio’s work via Bandcamp and YouTube links below for multiple music backing track styles.

Permission obtained from: MusicArt Studio
Bandcamp website: https://backing-tracks.bandcamp.com/
Heavy Metal Guitar Backing Tracks
Bandcamp website: https://backing-tracks.bandcamp.com/album/heavy-metal-guitar-backing-tracks
Backing Track Title: Hard Rock Neoclassic Metal Backing Track in A minor
Buy here: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/musicart-studio/1359271206/see-all?section=full-albums
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/MusicArtTube
YouTube Channel Track: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GKKVa4S16w

The lead over the track was done with an original 1992 MIJ RG550 with Seymour Duncan humbuckers using Amplitube 4 Software.

1992 Ibanez RG550 Improvising (Backing Track 3)

8/1/2025-Hey everyone! I have been away due to surgery. I'm making a full recovery currently. I still have so much music and new things to create and share with everyone. I promise to check out all comments and respond the soonest. I know I have missed out on a lot of great music created here recently over the last several months. Stay positive in all that you do and keep your musical creations coming \m/

8-31-2023-Rest In Peace Mom "You will always be my Hero". JustSomeGuy \m/  

Happy 2025 Everyone!  Blessings, Prayers and Thoughts for all that are struggling in life. No matter who you are or where you are in the world \m/

I hope everyone is doing well. If your here it's because you love music. If I can create something, anyone can so believe in yourself and keep rocking no matter what life presents you. \m/

This is a Special thanks to all who have listened, collaborated, commented and supported me with encouragement to continue doing what I do. Don't stop throwing the \m/'s.

My Music Style: 80's AOR, Rock, Glam, Metal, Thrash, Metal Genre's.

My Genre Listening: Classical, Blues, Rock, Electronica, All forms of Metal, New Age, New Wave, Pop and anything that really pulls me in \m/.

My Music: It's not complicated, what your hear is my style. I have fun in what I put down but strive to experiment in other areas where I may be limited.

Artist Backing Tracks:  They are from YouTube, and Bandcamp. PM me for a complete listing.

My Axes: (USA & Japan) Charvel, Ernie Ball, ESP, Hamer, Ibanez, Jackson, Kramer, Fender, Martin, Washburn, 

My Plans: YouTube Channel for gear reviews.