How to Play Music On Your Own
How to Play Music On Your Own
15th December, 2022 by Mitch Laddie
Musically speaking, the electric guitar can be rather lonely sounding instrument; much better suited to the backdrop of a band. So how can you sound great just on your own? Read on ...
How To Get Out of a Playing Rut
8th December, 2022 by Mitch Laddie
If you're stuck in guitar playing rut, take heart; this is part of the process. But can you play your way out of a rut? Mitch Laddie offers some enlightenment.
The Top 5 Blues Guitar Pedals You Must Own
18th November, 2022 by Mitch Laddie
if you're chasing that perfect blues guitar tone, the chances are the right pedal will get you one step closer. But which ones should earn a place on your board? Read on ....
Understanding 12 Bar Blues - A 5 Minute Crash Course
4th November, 2022 by Mitch Laddie
The 12 bar blues; a primitive baby step or the makings of musical greatness? Find out why you need more of this essential progression in your life!
5 Tips For Playing Slow Solos
4th November, 2022 by Mitch Laddie
What Makes the Fender Stratocaster a Timeless Classic?
5th August, 2022 by Mitch Laddie
Ask most people to think of an electric guitar and they'll picture a Stratocaster. But what is it about this iconic guitar which has set the Strat apart, and why is it still relevant today?
5 Things To Do Every Time You Practice Guitar
31st May, 2022 by Stuart Shields
Want a checklist to ensure your guitar practice is hitting the mark? Read on …..
4 Reasons You Can’t Play Guitar Faster
31st May, 2022 by Stuart Shields
Whether you are scaling the heady heights of shred guitar prowess or building a repertoire of honest classic rock, speedy guitar playing is never too far away.
The Story Behind Eddie Van Halen’s Frankenstein Guitar
6th May, 2022 by Stuart Shields
Not satisfied with his Les Paul, Strat or Destroyer, before changing world of guitar playing, Eddie Van Halen crafted a guitar which shaped history!
3 Reasons Why You Need A Whammy Bar
6th May, 2022 by Stuart Shields
Whammy bar, tremolo arm, wiggle stick; this ingenious implement commands more respective use than gratuitous dive bombing and wanton waggling!
Forgotten Stars Of ‘90s Shred Guitar
5th May, 2022 by Stuart Shields
Think you know your shredders? In this blog we uncover four top shred guitarists whose names and playing, may have escaped you.
Classic Shred Guitar Albums
4th May, 2022 by Sam Bell
The 80’s & 90’s heralded a new dawn of technical guitar prowess and spawned some of the most excellent shred guitar recordings ever committed to tape. Who makes the list? Read on!
3 Ways To Use A Metronome
25th March, 2022 by Stuart Shields
What is the one thing we could all use more of? Reliable timing. And the best tool for the job … the humble metronome.
Warm Ups - The Missing Part Of Your Guitar Practice Routine?
11th March, 2022 by Stuart Shields
Let’s face it - playing anything on this crazy instrument places demands on fingers and tendons which would cause most physios to wince! So why do so many guitarists skip an all important warm up?
Are You Choosing The Right Guitar Lessons For You?
18th February, 2022 by Stuart Shields
In this digital age, we guitarists are spoilt with an almost overwhelming choice of lessons and online content. But how do you know if the lessons you choose are working for you?
4 Ways To Practice Guitar More Effectively
21st January, 2022 by Stuart Shields
The art of practicing guitar, to reap the best results, is a deep and layered subject. So how about 4 simple, performance enhancing adjustments you can make to your practice right now? Read on!
5 Ways To Play Guitar With Feel
17th December, 2021 by Stuart Shields
That’s the sole purpose of any musician, right? To emotionally connect with a listener, pull on their heart strings or bring the boogie. Want to make them dance or cry? It’s all in the feel.
Rock Songs With Secret Meanings & Hidden Messages
19th November, 2021 by Stuart Shields
From morse code to misinterpreted meanings and masked messages. In this music trivia blog we look at the top rock songs you thought you knew!