Guitar Nine Records recently conducted an interview with SHREDDING THE ENVELOPE guitarist / vocalist Dave Reffett. Topics include who Dave would play with in a dream world scenario, his new album The Call Of The Flames and much more.

The following is an excerpt:

Q: What do you think is essential for a great guitar solo?

A: For me I love something like 'Tornado Of Souls' by MEGADETH, it's got great feel and expression, some beautiful note choices and amazing technique all rolled into one. I also look for great phrasing, some vibe and swagger, hooks, melody, beauty and elegance. All of these things make for a great solo in my book. Somebody like Randy Rhoads was amazing at putting all of that into one solo effortlessly.

But it really comes down to the song as well, because sometimes just a down and dirty pentatonic approach is what the song needs. Not to sound like I have a huge ego or anything but the solo on "I Just Don't Want To Say Goodbye" from my new album The Call Of The Flames is one of my favorites. I love how Its very bluesy and from the heart. It tells a story, sort of like a song within a song, which is what 'Tornado of Souls' also really accomplishes brilliantly."

Read the complete interview at this location.

The Call Of The Flames was written and produced by Dave Reffett and Nancy Taylor. Mixed by acclaimed producer Mudrock (ALICE COOPER, GODSMACK, AVENGED SEVENFOLD) and mastered by the legendary engineer George Marino (METALLICA, KISS, AC/DC, GUNS N' ROSES).

The Call Of The Flames tracklisting:

'The Call Of The Flames' (featuring Joe Stump)

'Standstill And Scream' (featuring Michael Angelo Batio)

'Devils Roadmap' (featuring Glen Drover, Chris Poland)

'Caravan Of Cannibals' (featuring George Lynch)

'Where Are My Real Brothers?'

'Ruby Avalanche Red Flood'

'I Just Don't Want To Say Goodbye'

'The Wonder, The Curse, And The Crave'

'Shredding The Envelope' (featuring Joe Stump)

The album is available now at and CD Baby.