Hi Guys!!!

I just had the most unbelievable time at the NAMM show in Anaheim, CA.  I was invited out there to do an interview for the soon to come documentary The AXE FACTOR.  We had so much fun with Steve and Greg from Massive Post Productions, it was awesome!  But that was just the beginning!  We met up with the legendary Al DiMeola and he asked me to come up and jam at the PRS stage with Paul Reed Smith himself!  We had an incredible jam!  Al was in top form and showed why he is everybodies inspiration!  When we were through, I was shocked when Paul Reed Smith gave me the guitar that Al was playing!!!!!  I still can't believe it!!!  Paul then invited me to all the PRS functions at the show and we had a blast!!

Here are a couple of clips from NAMM:

More to Come!!

Hi Guys!

I am honored to have been asked to participate in the creation of this TV documentary.  It centers around the fascinating story of Daisy Rock Guitars and then moves into presenting the players, the old guard and the up and coming, and their influence in the guitar world.  A Massive Post Production, The AXE FACTOR has interviews from many of the most influential players, like the unmatched Jennifer Batten, and some of the newcomers, like Orianthi and myself, who want to carve out our own little niche!  Here is a small sample from my interview (more to come):

Thank you Steve and Greg!!! Love, Kristen

Hi Guys,

We've entered into an agreement with Vibe Records to promote and distribute, worldwide, my first cd "All That I Am". Looking forward to working with the Vibe team, should be fun! 

Wow! What a great show. You have a great future ahead of you. I am so glad I got to experience your performance at the show, as well as the other great acts we all admire. This was the fourth festival and every one of them has been phenomenal. And thanks for spreading the word about the festival and the good things the Burtons are doing. I truly hope you'll be back next time or, whenever your schedule will allow a return trip. I hope Shreveport treated you well.
Alan via website

Kristen Capolino from New York is only 19 years old but boy could she play. Her guitar was a Gibson Flying V and it was almost as big as she was. This girl is tiny but like they say, dynamite comes in small packages. She played with skill and speed similar to Steve Via’s style of guitar playing. I saw on her website that one of her hero’s is Al Di Meola and as fate would have it he was in Shreveport to perform as well. Kristen only played one song but it was super. She wore a white tank top, shorts and shoes that sparkled like Michael Jackson’s famous glove. The whole time while playing she was all over the stage and flashing the biggest smile I’ve ever seen. Shawn had played bass for her so he introduced her to Peyton and me after the concert and she was very friendly and easy to talk too. Oh yeah, she was still smiling
Ron S via blog

Thanks for playing here! Still trying to pick up my jaw...!
Tobin via facebook

I was one of those that were totally awestruck by my introductory dose of Kristen! Big fan here. I will be buying your music, and I hope you come back to Shreveport!
Bob via facebook

Saw it, loved you, got the t-shirt!
David via facebook

Kristen, Hello...This is Mike (I assisted in getting your Limo last Saturday eve...or was it Sunday morning?) it was great to meet you and your parents this past weekend. I truly enjoyed listening and watching your VERY HIGH ENERGY performance at the Municipal Auditorium in Shreveport. Thank you for taking time out of your schedule to help us make this concert a success....and it looked like we had a packed house. You are a very talented young lady that is putting out music I really like...Keep up the good work...and Keep Rockin it Hard!....I need some good stuff to listen to while Rock Crawlin in the Jeep and you are on the list.
Mike via myspace 

And some more: (I LOVE this!!!)

Enjoyed your playing at the Festival you were so energtic and awesome. First time I've seen or heard you play. Thanks for coming to visit us. Buying your cd cann't wait to her more. Rock On !!
David

I worked security at James Burton's Guitar Festival. Just to put it mildly, I was blown away by your performance. Energy! WOW!! I wish I could bottle some of that energy you gave out. Just driven! Speechless! The kind of music that you want to listen to at 160 mph!! I drive race cars (got a drag police car). Wish it had a stereo! Well, I am going to have to by your CD. I do have a sports car capable of 160 so I'll let you know how it goes!! Good luck!
Charles via website

Enjoyed seeing you at the Festival in Shreveport... I love the way James has such a diverse set of talents and all are simply the best! I bet it was a real rush to be around so many of the finest and historical guitar players! Hope to see ya again next year...jg
John via website

We really enjoyed hearing you play in Shreveport at James Burton's Guitar Festival. You have so much talent to be so young. I hope you had a great experience here because we would love for you to return next year!! Thanks for putting on such a good show!
Debbie via website

Here are some more:

Wow. I took my wife and two of our friends to the Guitar Fest last night expecting a good show, and got BLOWN AWAY by a little dynamo with a Flying V. I think I may have damage to my exposed skin from the burndown you put on us! OUTSTANDING SHOW! Thanks, and we will be buying your music! Hope you come back next year.......
Bob via website

Kristen, I was blown away with your guitar playing. I wish you had played more than one song but one was enough to keep me begging for more. Thanks for coming to Shreveport, please come back soon. Love your smile.
Ron via website

You totally stole the show at Shreveport last night. I will be telling everyone about you. Hopefully, you will find your way to Dallas in the not so distant future. Best of luck to you!
Scott via website

Saw you for the first time at the festival Sat. night. You are truly amazing and inspiring with the passion you portray on stage. I've never seen anyone that truly looks like they enjoy what they do, but your passion for music shines through everything else on the stage. I'm pretty sure you stole the show and you've garnered many fans down here from the show. You are going to be huge.
Best of luck and God bless,
Stephen via website