Ally W. Salem

Ally Salem, The Musician; The Egyptian female guitarist who defied stereotype by proving herself in her electric guitar playing and skills before the Egyptian musical scene. Ally is recognized as the only and best female solo guitarist in Egypt and maybe in the Middle East. Though she is still young, Ally has what it takes to be a Rock star..with Talent, Agility, Attitude, Beauty and High spirit to improve, Ally is considered the future promising Rock star. - Early Life: Ally was born in Egypt from Turkish origins. She started being intensively involved in music since she was 8 " Ever since I was 8, I used to be in the school's band, playing Keyboards. That is when I realized I am not into Keyboards, I am totally into Guitar. I used to grab my sister's classic guitar and try to play whatever comes in my head by ear, then I started playing frequently on a classical guitar around the age of 10, 3 years later I got my first electric guitar and started learning." Ally says about her childhood - Influences : Ally is highly into Gary Moore music with some of the 80' Heavy Metal "I am pretty much influenced by Gary Moore mainly. I considered him the extreme turnover in my musical path. Once I started playing his music, something changed in how I see the neck, and how my fingers feel the strings. Let's get a little bit heavier because I am an 80's heavy metal maniac, George Lynch is my other idol, John Norum(Europe), Vinnie Moore and the two amazing female guitarists Jennifer Batten and Jan Kuehnemund " Ally words for Rock Era Mag. - Music Career : *In 2005, Ally Joined the Girls' band Mascara, performed with them one live show @ Sawy's Culture Wheel, then decided to stay off for some time, studying and practicing music at home, at that time she used to play unplugged live music in a Ladies' Spa. *In 2008, Ally returned to show up again in the music scene with the "Classics Band" Led by Tamer Brazily. Played many live shows with them, their finest was in Korba Festival May 2008. *In late 2009, Ally got a call from Ahmed Shingy from Silent Echo to join the First Guitar festival among many other fine musicians from Cairo. *In early 2010, Ally performed for Redeemers' Opening act and played along with the band among other talented guitarists in Redeemers' cover "Mortal Kombat". *In March 2010, Ally played with Scorpionism in the "Goodbye Scorpions" event. *In May 2010, Ally got the offer to Join Bluenotes from Hatem Hossam the founder of the band, and they played their first gig in August 2010 and never stopped playing since then! *In September 2010, Ally joined Headstock, the Hard Rock cover band, and they played their first concert in October 2010, Sakkia’s Rock Festival and won the first prize. *In late 2011 - Present, Ally joined the oldest(1987) Progressive and Psychedelic Rock band in Egypt; Andromida, who mainly Specialized in Pink Floyd, she had around 14 Shows with Andromida till our present day and still counting, she adds "To be a part of this real authentic Egyptian band, authentic as in age, they've been there since almost 30 years, is a merit. An accolade I am proud of and what excites me more is their own happiness and their acknowledgement that with me is the highest stage of success the band ever reached; the last 3 concerts in Sawy Culture Wheel, the hall has reached its maximum capacity, tickets ran out and people were unable to get it" The band is always in current progression to give a flavour to their show that leaves an unforgettable mark in all audience, and has big plans for the days to come! *Ally has never stopped playing music since this quick bio was written! Studio Album: Ally says "I lead 3 lives in my life, I am a full time employee in the morning, Andromida's main guitarist, and a car racer sponsored by Oilibya, that is aside from my personal life and family" Studio album has been put on hold till better financial circumstances and support are available" - Gear: *Guitars: Jackson Dinky DK2M Professional Series/Seymour Fender Stratocaster Vintage 60's Classic Player by Master Builder, Sonic Blue. Pickups; Jazz SH2N humbucking pickup in the neck, Seymour Duncan JB TB4 humbucking pickup in the bridge in the Jackson Dinky. Custom '69 Single-Coil Strat® Pickups in the Stratocaster Classic Player. *Boss Gt-8 Multi-Effects guitar processor. * Roland JC-120 Amplifiers. *Line 6 UX2 Audio Interface Ally Salem: The Car Racer: If there's anything more thrilling for Ally, then it is Motorsports, she's been a car mania ever since she drove a car early 17, she insisted on buying her Hyundai i30 and started racing with it in 2010, won several trophies for being one of the fastest girls among the contestants, as well as competing against men. In 2014 she joined the "Oilibya Racing Team" Sponsored by the lube and oil company "Oilibya" She won her first race with Oilibya outstandingly, achieved first place against experienced female drivers. Ally's mission is to prove that behind the helmet, is simply a driver, she has big plans for the Motorsports industry! A wild Egyptian girl who defied stereotype among the society. Renowned as Egypt's best female guitarist & at the same time, a car racing maniac athlete!