Whether it is for the Holiday season, their birthday, or a special event, putting a little time and effort into choosing a gift goes a long way. If you need a gift for someone who loves to play guitar, look no further! Being a guitar player myself, it was easy for me to put together …
One of the most universally misunderstood genres, emo has been scrutinized for the subculture it spawned since its birth in the mid-1980s. Also known as emocore or emotional hardcore, the genre is defined as having “an emphasis on emotional expression with lyrics that are personal or confessional and deal with topics such as failed romance, …
When you’re first learning to play the ukulele, you don’t have to start with boring songs like Mary Had a Little Lamb. What you need is a little inspiration to make learning the ukulele fun and entertaining. Wondering which songs to learn first? Don’t worry; in this article, we’ve listed our favorite easy ukulele songs …
Before there were giant amp walls or electric guitars that became standardized across many genres, music was strictly done acoustically. However, the electric guitar didn’t replace the acoustic guitar. Both instruments continue to have their own niche as tools of expression for musicians. A piece of wood and a set of strings can achieve a …
Aside from the 4 string bass, which is the most widespread variant, we also have 5 string and 6 string basses. There are also some other variants featuring more strings, but these are rare and mostly experimental. 4 string, 5 string, and 6 string bass guitars are often compared by both musicians and music enthusiasts. …
It takes skill to play the guitar. Singing and playing the guitar at the same time takes even more skill, but with some practice, it’s so much fun! In this article, we’ll be covering all the best sing along guitar songs. So, if you’re looking for campfire songs or songs to simply enjoy with your …
The longing, soulfulness, and gritty emotions evoked by the key of C minor have made it popular in blues and jazz. It doesn’t sound as lamenting and melancholic as the key of D minor, nor does it sound upbeat as a major key. Here is a great list of songs in C minor that are …
When I first started releasing my original music, I had no professional experience or knowledge about songwriting in any way, all I knew was what I wanted to say and express through my music! As time went on and I started writing more and working with other musicians and music producers, I realized the importance …
Aleksandar Zivojinovic, otherwise known by his stage name Alex Lifeson, is the lead guitarist for the legendary virtuosic rock trio, Rush. Along with his fellow Rush bandmates, Geddy Lee and Neil Peart, Lifeson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013, was made an Officer of the Order of Canada, and …
Best-known as the lead guitarist from famous progressive band Genesis, Steve Hackett is one of those legendary guitarists that has helped shape rock as we know it. From the complexities of Progressive Rock to diverse and unforgettable sounds and techniques that carried over to future generations. Although his tenure with Genesis was rather brief, he …