For Blues guitarists coming to maturity in the 1960’s, Freddie King (September 3, 1934-December 28, 1976) was one of the most influential Blues guitarists to come out of Texas. Freddie King possessed a marvelous singing voice. But the greatest impression that Freddie King made in the early 1960‘s were with his finely crafted,and danceable, instrumentals. …
Muddy Waters, is considered by many musicians and Blues fans as being the Godfather of Chicago Blues. Howlin’ Wolf might have disagreed with that assessment and singer/harmonica player Junior used the same moniker after Muddy’s death. None of that really matters though. Muddy Waters was an amazing figure in American Blues, with his deep, almost …
Robert Johnson-King of the Delta Blues Singers Robert Johnson-King of the Delta Blues Singers Robert Johnson (May 8, 1911-August 16, 1938) is considered by many musicians and Blues fans to be one of the most influential Bluesmen that has ever lived. The 29 seminal songs that he recorded between 1936 to 1937 are considered some …
Hi Friend, Just a few hours left before the launch dealio is over for Tony Keck’s “Touch Guitar Secrets.” It’s the new course teaching you how to tap. It might not be for everyone, but here’s 10 interesting reasons you should probably snag a copy today: 10. This stuff is eaiser than it looks. 9. …
Here’s a sample from the upcoming “Eclectic Electric Guitar” DVD course:
Hi guitar friends! Eclectic Electric Guitar is the new course coming on March 2 by our good friend Jimmy Dillon. Eclectic basically means its lots of different styles all in one bag. Check out the preview video below!
Hi Friend, Let me share with you a personal truth… It’s got to do with it being Valentine’s Day weekend here. :p I used to *loaaathe* this holiday when I was single and feeling lonely. It just reminded me of what I didn’t have! Well, if you’re in that boat, I can relate. But cheer …
Hi Friend, So how do guitarists die? No, its not by getting shocked by an ungrounded microphone or having a cabinet fall on you. Instead, the death of a guitarist is when he/she stops playing. And that happens when you get bored with your instrument. If you ever catch yourself saying “I’m bored out of …
Keb Mo with Nick Forster and James Taylor Keb Mo (Kevin Moore) is an American contemporary blues musician. He was born in October of 1951 in Los Angeles California. Keb was greatly influenced by the blues legend Robert Johnson, and has taken the blues into a new direction. He merges the early Delta Blues with …