Since 1983, rock ‘n roll saw a massive resurgence, with hard rock taking over the charts it seemed as if stadium bands were back on track. But it wasn’t all about glitter and massive crowds, the 1980s hosted the roots of the alternative phenomenon of the following decades, whilst giving the mainstream scene more than …
A 4/4 is one of the most popular time signatures around, used in songs from across all kinds of genres. The biggest reason for that is that it’s a very stable rhythm pattern, both to play and to follow as a listener. And if you’re looking for a list of songs played in 4/4, then …
Whether you’re a musician or a music lover, you have to love how songs express the entire spectrum of human emotion! And as a musician, you have the power to evoke all kinds of feelings within your audience, which could be joy, energy, and sadness too. Today we’ll be bringing you a list of sad …
In the long, storied history of the electric guitar, few artists have blended classical and metal styles with the ferocity and melodic sensibility of Yngwie Malmsteen. Sweden’s shred-meister general took the lightning-fast technique of Eddie Van Halen and Randy Rhoads and amplified it through his own baroque sensibility. Malmsteen continues to inspire awe and envy …
Whether you’re a beginner guitar player or you’re just looking for some relaxing songs to play, slow guitar songs can be some of the most enjoyable to play. If you are just learning to play guitar, you might also like our articles on easy acoustic guitar songs and easy electric guitar songs. Many of them …
These ladies have massive street credit, they’ve dismantled a male-dominated world, became role models for most musicians to date and to come, and certainly have achieved some of the most incredible come-up stories in Rock N’ Roll history. Furthermore, since the beginning of Rock music as a voice for counterculture and all that is alternative, …
The songs we know and love are often a reflection of our favorite artists’ personalities. And while some musicians choose to express themselves with a series of complex chords, some do it with just two! Personally, I feel that when the soundscape is dominated by just 2 chords, the listener invariably ends up paying a …
It’s a pretty frequently asked question from beginner and somewhat intermediate guitar players, what are some easy guitar solos for beginners? Guitar solos are typically the most difficult part of the song to nail, so it’s a great way to practice and improve, and it also typically means you can play the song from beginning …
Part of the magic of being a guitarist is getting to jam and collaborate with our fellow musicians! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned guitar player, playing guitar duels is a great way to polish your skills while having some fun. If you’re a guitar novice, don’t worry – there are plenty of famous …
People can have different opinions as to what can be considered an intermediate guitar song. Some say that a song that has more than 5 or 7 chords to play qualifies as a piece for intermediate guitar players. Some might also consider a song that uses more advanced techniques as an intermediate song. In general, …