Detour On The Rocks

Cool lead and rhythm rock sound clips or samples made in the moment inspired by 60’s rock.

Jimi Hendrix, Jimi Page, Jeff Beck, Alvin Lee, The Stones, Carlos Santana, Cream, The Who and many more bands of the 60’s inspired me to create these sound clips . A good pair of headsets is a must to appreciate the nuances in each of the tracks. Detour On The Rock’s is definitely the sound experience back to the future.

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Detour On The Rocks is the 2008 debut album from NYC guitarist Steve Dressler, featuring 17 original electric guitar instrumentals inspired by the greatest rock musicians of the 1960s.

Recorded entirely on electric guitar, the album channels the raw energy and spirit of Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck, Alvin Lee, Carlos Santana, Cream, The Rolling Stones, and The Who. From the wah-pedal fury of the opening track to the stormy closing sequences, Detour On The Rocks is a love letter to classic rock guitar — spontaneous, unfiltered, and best experienced through a great pair of headphones. Available on CDbaby and stevedresslermusic.com.

Wah

The lead-off track and a statement of intent — a wah-pedal driven electric guitar instrumental soaked in the spirit of Jimi Hendrix and 1960s psychedelic rock. Steve Dressler opens Detour On The Rocks with gritty, expressive guitar work that immediately signals this is a pure electric guitar album. Crank the headphones and feel every bend.

Snake

A slithering, sinuous electric guitar riff that coils through the speakers with the menacing cool of early Rolling Stones and Jeff Beck. The tone is raw and slightly dangerous — the kind of blues-rock guitar that defined the late 1960s sound. One of the most atmospheric and evocative instrumentals on this NYC guitarist’s debut album.

Pop Music

A surprisingly melodic and accessible electric guitar instrumental that shows Dressler’s range, blending catchy guitar hooks with a classic rock sensibility. The title is tongue-in-cheek — this is pop filtered through the lens of 60s guitar gods like The Beatles’ lead work and The Kinks. A bright, memorable track on an otherwise raw rock album.

It’s A New Day 2 (Mind Transport CD)

A bright, forward-looking electric guitar instrumental that serves as a bridge between two chapters of Steve Dressler’s musical journey — appearing here on Detour On The Rocks while pointing toward the world fusion sounds of the Mind Transport album. The track carries an optimistic, expansive energy rooted in 60s rock guitar, with a melodic openness that hints at the Latin and jazz influences Dressler would explore further on later recordings. A unique and compelling piece that shows the range of this NYC guitarist even within a pure electric guitar album.

On The Run

A fast-paced, kinetic electric guitar instrumental that crackles with the urgency and energy of Alvin Lee’s legendary high-speed blues-rock picking. Dressler’s fingers race across the fretboard in this exciting rock track that never lets up from start to finish. Essential listening for fans of 60s British rock guitar.

Horses

A powerful, galloping electric guitar instrumental with a rhythm that evokes wild motion and open terrain. The influence of Carlos Santana’s fluid lead guitar style is felt here, combined with the rock energy of Cream. A muscular and exciting track from Steve Dressler’s electric guitar collection.

Shot

A short, punchy electric guitar blast — tight, percussive, and hitting hard like a well-placed power chord from The Who. This intense instrumental showcases Dressler’s ability to make an impact in a compact, focused format. A raw and energetic highlight from Detour On The Rocks.

Increase

A building, escalating electric guitar instrumental that grows in intensity from its opening notes to a full rock crescendo. Inspired by the dynamic studio craft of Jimmy Page and Led Zeppelin, this track rewards patient listeners with a satisfying musical payoff. One of the more structurally interesting pieces on the album.

On The Road

A classic road-trip rock guitar instrumental with a rolling, easy groove that puts you behind the wheel with the windows down. Drawing on the blues-rock tradition of the Rolling Stones and early Santana, Dressler creates a track that feels both timeless and immediate. Perfect background music for driving through the American landscape.

Timeless

Perhaps the most emotionally resonant track on Detour On The Rocks — an electric guitar instrumental with a slow-burning blues depth that transcends its era. Steve Dressler channels the expressive, soulful playing of Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton to create something that genuinely earns its name. A showcase of what great blues-rock guitar can communicate without a single word.

ChaCha

A surprising rhythmic pivot that brings Latin percussion-influenced guitar phrasing into the album’s rock landscape, echoing the Afro-Latin groove of Carlos Santana. This electric guitar instrumental dances with an irresistible rhythmic energy that stands out from the harder rock tracks surrounding it. A fun and infectious highlight from this NYC guitarist.

Electric Shock

The title says it all — a jolt of raw electric guitar energy inspired by the high-voltage performances of Cream and The Jimi Hendrix Experience. Dressler lets loose on this intense instrumental, with searing lead guitar work over a powerful rock backing. One of the most electrifying moments on Detour On The Rocks.

Action Intensified

A relentless, high-energy electric guitar instrumental that escalates from start to finish, capturing the live-wire intensity of 1960s rock guitar at its peak. Inspired by the explosive playing of Alvin Lee and The Who’s Pete Townshend, this track is pure adrenaline. A must for fans of classic rock guitar instrumentals.

Quiet Please

The calm within the storm — a softer, more introspective electric guitar piece that provides a welcome contrast to the album’s harder rock moments. Dressler demonstrates his dynamic range here, crafting a delicate, melody-driven instrumental that shows the gentler side of 60s guitar music. A beautiful and understated gem.

Stormy

A dark, brooding electric guitar instrumental that channels the moody, atmospheric blues-rock of the late 1960s, with a tension that builds like weather rolling in off the ocean. The influence of The Rolling Stones’ darker blues work is evident throughout this gripping track. A powerful and evocative piece from Steve Dressler’s debut album.

Underground

A gritty, urban electric guitar instrumental with a raw, underground rock energy that feels rooted in the NYC music scene. Dressler taps into the experimental, boundary-pushing spirit of 60s underground rock to create something edgy and unpredictable. A fitting tribute to the countercultural guitar music that inspired his entire musical journey.

Here It Comes

The closing track and a triumphant finale — an electric guitar instrumental that builds anticipation before delivering a satisfying rock payoff. Drawing on the anthemic quality of classic 60s rock closers by The Who and Cream, Dressler sends listeners off on a high. A perfect ending to a pure, unfiltered electric guitar album.