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Why rhythm is as important as the notes you play in a blues guitar solo
Inspired by Eric Gales, Joe Walsh, Earth, Wind & Fire and Motown, this blues lesson puts the rhythm first
How to palm mute on guitar – and take it from beginner to pro
First used by ’50s legends Chet Atkins and Les Paul, it is rock, metal and punk that have made palm muting so popular today
How to introduce “murder mystery” guitar chords to your playing – without getting your fingers in a twist
Altered chords should not scare anyone. Here are five shapes to explore when looking for a chord with some dramatic dissonance
Dimebag Darrell wrote 42 lesson columns for Guitar World. Here’s the best advice he shared
We’ve collected the best of Dimebag’s “Riffer Madness” columns for the ultimate masterclass in the late Pantera guitarist’s trailblazing style
Embellishing guitar chords is the best way to liven up your rhythm work – learn 5 Eric Johnson-inspired chord voicings
Because sometimes you need a chord with a little more harmonic intrigue, we take a look at the theory behind embellished chords and how they can be used in everyday playing
“Spanning every conceivable style and technique, it’s a haven for guitarists who love to explore”: TrueFire review
The original online guitar learning resource may have the biggest learning library, but is it the best option right now? We take a deep dive into one of the most comprehensive guitar teaching platforms out there
Learn the soloing strategy that T-Bone Walker, B.B. King and Albert King all used, and will instantly make your blues solos sound more pro
Jim Oblon drops some blues science, demystifying the practice of alternating between parallel minor and major pentatonics
Jared James Nichols shows you how to use call-and-response blues phrasing
This Blues Power-up for your playing will help your solos speak to the audience
