The Secret Of Great Pentatonic Guitar Soloing!
The Secret Of Great Pentatonic Guitar Soloing!
16th October, 2020 by Stuart Shields
It’s the first scale every guitarist must learn and our go-to choice when we want to play a good honest melodic guitar solo; but can we have too much of a good thing?!
The Worst Gigs In History
10th October, 2020 by Stuart Shields
It’s not always smooth sailing in the rock & roll world, for every ying there’s a yang and for every one of history’s greatest shows there’s some of the worst concerts of all time.
8 Facts You Didn’t Know About Eddie Van Halen
2nd October, 2020 by Stuart Shields
Who doesn’t love a bit of trivia, right? Matching his legendary guitar technique and chops is gonna take some time, so for now, here’s some top Eddie Van Halen facts to impress your friends with!
5 Tips For Making A Quick & Easy Guitar Video
25th September, 2020 by Stuart Shields
So, you’ve put in the hours mastering that song and you want to show off your good work to more than your significant other or household pets. Let’s help you share your guitar playing with the world!
Understanding & Hearing The Modes - A Quick Guide
18th September, 2020 by Stuart Shields
Ah, the topic that has melted the brains of guitarists for generations; The Modes! What are they & why should I care? We give you a crash course in The Modes without all that bothersome theory!
Guitar Maintenance - 4 Simple Ways To Care For Your Guitar!
11th September, 2020 by Stuart Shields
Together, you have shared moments of triumph; the highs and lows of your guitar journey - care for your guitar and it will care for you!
3 Easy Ways To Sound Like Eric Clapton
4th September, 2020 by Stuart Shields
There are very few guitarists with whose influence you can instantly transform your playing. There is a reason Clapton is still regarded as the original and most important player of our time.
5 Reasons Every Guitarist Should Play Bass
25th August, 2020 by Stuart Shields
It may not have the glamour and glory of nailing that face melting solo, but it seems we guitarists can learn a thing or two from picking up a bass once in a while!
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?
Should Every Guitarist Play Metal Guitar?
7th August, 2020 by Stuart Shields
We are constantly being preached to about keeping an open mind when learning guitar, so why is it that metal guitar playing is often sidelined from essential study?
Remembering Peter Green
30th July, 2020 by Stuart Shields
Seen by many as the single greatest guitarist to emerge from the 1960’s British blues scene, it is an understatement to say that, with Peter Green’s passing the world lost another of music’s pioneers.
Celebrating 40 Years Of Back In Black
23rd July, 2020 by Stuart Shields
Following its release in 1980, Back In Black has earned its place as, not only the single greatest rock album of all time, but officially the second biggest selling record in history!
The Modern Online Guitar Community
21st July, 2020 by Stuart Shields
Has the modern world provided a better community for us guitar players? What are the benefits of an online guitar community?
Creating the perfect guitar practice space
17th July, 2020 by Stuart Shields
We all know the merits of good practice. But how much can the space in which we practice affect how we improve? How can you design and build the ideal guitar room?
Choosing The Right Guitar Pick
10th July, 2020 by Stuart Shields
As the most affordable and easily collectable of our guitar accessories, there are naturally a huge section of picks to choose from. But which one suits you?
Meet The Tutor - Jamie Humphries
10th July, 2020 by Daniel Le Gresley
Over the past 2 decades as a Licklibrary tutor, Jamie Humphries has dedicated his time to perfecting the sounds and guitar secrets of some of the greatest guitarists who have ever lived...
What Type Of Guitarist Are You?
10th July, 2020 by Stuart Shields
Whilst it is true that your guitar playing journey is as individual as it gets, we guitarists are predictable in our habits and tastes; so much so that we have our own set of sub-species!!