Mindset

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.

Natural Guitar Practice, Trusting The Process

17th September, 2021 by Sam Bell

Modern life offers promises of everything sooner, faster and more instantly. We all want to be better guitarists now. Sam Bell discusses the virtue of allowing things to take a more natural course.

8 Tips For Joining A Band

10th September, 2021 by Stuart Shields

Dreams of strutting your stuff on stage and busting out those big licks in front of an audience is the reason why most of us first reached for a guitar; so what are you waiting for?

Finding Motivation as a Modern Guitarist

26th July, 2021 by Mitch Laddie

The incentive for picking up an instrument in the modern day music climate can be a perplexing thing. Mitch Laddie puts us on the right motivational track!

Making It Your Own

22nd July, 2021 by Sam Bell

In the race to conquer the songs, solos and playing styles of our heroes, are we forgetting the most important part of the process? Sam Bell explores ....

How To Turn Effort Into Progress

25th May, 2021 by Sam Bell

What happens when trying your best isn't getting you where you want to be on the guitar? Effort is the key, sure; but how do you turn that effort into results? Sam Bell explores .....

5 Ways To Find Your Own Voice As A Guitar Player

13th May, 2021 by Mitch Laddie

Sure, working on our techniques and building a solid repertoire of riffs, songs and solos is key, but all the best players have that special something; their own signature sound.

Which Guitar Skills Should I Focus On?

29th April, 2021 by Stuart Shields

No matter what your guitar goals, every ambition requires a skill set - from busking a 3 chord song to the heady heights of shred. A definitive guide would be helpful, right? Read on ….

Tips For Returning To The Guitar After A Break

28th January, 2021 by Stuart Shields

Picking up your guitar again after taking some time away doesn’t have to feel like starting all over again! We explore the positives of getting back in the guitar saddle after a musical break …

5 Practice Tips For The Holidays

18th December, 2020 by Stuart Shields

Everybody loves Christmas! But it can be tough when you are unable to spend as much time with your loved ones …. Of course, we are talking about your guitars!

5 things you wish you had done as a beginner guitarist

19th August, 2020 by Stuart Shields

If you could go back in time and give your younger self 5 pieces of guitar advice, what would they be? We have some suggestions!

Technique or Feel? Which is more important?

13th August, 2020 by Stuart Shields

Ah, the age old guitar debate; which is more important? And can you play with both good technique and great feel?

How To Stay Motivated On Guitar

7th July, 2020 by Stuart Shields

Climbing ‘guitar mountain’ can often seem a little overwhelming! With so much to learn, how can we better maintain our motivation for guitar playing & practice?

Does A Guitarist’s Age Matter?

5th June, 2020 by Stuart Shields

This guitar lark is a young man’s (or woman’s) game, right? A perfectly understandable impression which we seem to be continuously exposed to ....

How To Practice?

26th March, 2020 by Stuart Shields

Making the most of your time with the guitar and, fundamentally, enjoying yourself in the process can be easier said than done.