Since the turn of the 20th century, black musicians have pioneered and developed numerous musical genres and done it all while battling racism. With resilience, emotionally compelling songwriting, and distinctive playing style, every generation of black guitarists reduced the struggles and paved the way for the one that followed. Here are 25 prolifically talented and …
Over the years I’ve owned and used a lot of guitar stools and chairs. While they’re not necessarily a must-have accessory for guitarists, I do think they’re worth the investment. A comfortable chair or stool just makes playing the guitar that much more enjoyable. There are hundreds of guitar chairs and stools out there and …
Although invented over a century ago, the timeless beauty and unparalleled tone of Parlor guitars are finding more and more admirers in recent years. It’s easy to see why Parlor guitars are compact, travel-friendly, and offer a rich, resonant tone that can fill up a room. That’s why we’re witnessing more and more musicians adding …
There’s something exciting about shopping for a new instrument. It may be the guilty pleasure of adding to a pre-existing collection, or the riveting feeling of embarking on a new facet of your life. Wherever that excitement comes from, it is quickly accompanied by a desire to learn more about the instrument you’re aching to …
When we think of modulation pedals, the effects which commonly spring to mind are chorus, phasers, and flangers. I believe that vibrato is the unsung hero of the modulation family, and many brilliant pedals provide this effect. Over the years our team at Guitar Lobby has owned and tested dozens of these pedals, and in …
Garth Brooks is the undisputed king of modern country music. It’s not even a competition. Ever since he achieved mainstream success in the early 90s nobody has matched his songwriting ability, energy, and live concerts. Maybe you’re a big fan, or maybe you’re just curious, but in this article, we answer the question, ‘What Guitar …
The 1980s was a time for transition. With MTV coming to television in 1981, synthesizers and MIDI available for modest prices to the public, the invention of the CD and the Walkman and boomboxes a prominent accessory for 80s youth, music surpassed its limitations to car radios and vinyl records, forever changing popular music and …
We all have different hand sizes and learning to play the guitar can be difficult if you have smaller than average hands. Some entry-level guitarists with small hands fear learning the guitar, but thankfully there are many guitars with specs suited better for these players. When looking for a guitar for smaller hands you’ll want …
You may not come across a left handed guitarist every day – after all, only 10 percent of us are left handed at birth. But despite that, the music world has had the privilege of witnessing some pretty iconic leftie guitarists for hundreds of years! left handed guitarists are a treat to watch because their …
Buying a new mini guitar amp, just like any other piece of gear, can be a lot of fun. The experience of going to guitar shops, watching videos, and reading articles can be a good experience if you’re getting accurate information. All this is even more interesting when you know what you are looking for …