Pop songs are always a great starting point for beginner guitarists. Many of these songs will have very catchy melodies as well as easy-to-follow rhythms that are perfect for newbies. The structure is also predictable, allowing novice guitarists to learn the different basics of guitar playing. The lyrics are also easy to remember. It would …
Love songs have a very uncanny way of talking directly to our hearts. Even if we don’t have a hand in the composition and writing of the song, we still feel moved by the lyrics and the melodies of the song. Love songs can be a very powerful cocktail that gets us drunk with emotions. …
The guitar was originally an instrument meant to grace both the player and the audience with beautiful sounds and a healthy atmosphere. However, as virtuosos and talented musicians came to the scene, it quickly evolved to also be a tool of competitiveness, which made clear distinctions between enthusiasts, hobbyists, and pros. Musicians and performers all …
As guitarists grow more comfortable with their playing, there comes a point when alternative tunings can open up a whole new world of sonic possibilities, and Open E is perhaps one of the most powerful-sounding alternate tunings out there. Open E tuning has been used by several legendary guitarists in their songwriting with stunning results! …
Every day I see more and more kids around me picking up the guitar as their instrument of choice, and I love that! It’s great to know that the future of guitar playing is safe and well in their creative hands. And even if these bright young minds have only recently started out on their …
The bass guitar is a fundamental instrument in most musical genres and bands. They can take on multiple different roles, but the key to a great bassist is consistency and timing. A bass’s main function is to hold up the low-end in the mix and keep the band playing in a tight rhythmic pattern. They …
In recent years quite a lot of people have become interested in learning how to play contemporary Christian worship music on the guitar. If you’re one of those people looking for easy worship songs to play on guitar, you’re in luck. There are a lot of easy songs that can be played with just 3 …
Gary Moore was one of the most well-known and successful guitarists of all time. Music connoisseurs will often describe him as a virtuoso. Moore has often been cited as an influence by other influential guitar players and his impact in rock music extends from blues-rock to hard rock, iconic tunes from his time with Thin …
Few artists ever achieve the level of stardom as KISS’ original Spaceman, Ace Frehley. His incendiary work on the early KISS albums, success with Frehley’s Comet through the 80s, his triumphant return to the band 90s, and his barn-burning solo efforts throughout this century have been nothing short of remarkable. It’s no surprise that renowned …
Whether we talk about the 1920s, the 1970’s or the present day, there is a legion of insanely talented female guitarists that have made massive contributions to the craft over the decades. And today, we are going to honor them with this list of the 34 best female guitarists of all time. We’ve put together …