Friend, Last time we looked at bass note runs as way to spice up a chord progression and add some notes between the chords. The next technique I want to show you is a lil’ somethin somethin I call “picking patterns”. It’s a trick that’s old as dirt, but still works like a charm. Check …
Friend, I’m just about to get into a nice little practice block here… Working on a “shred solo” that will be the intro to a future product. It’s not quite ready yet… But meanwhile I want to share with you a video I shot earlier today, talking about the technique of “bass note runs”… It’s …
hey Friend, There was a huge celebration in London this weekend honoring the Queen’s 60 year reign over England. While I honestly don’t really know that much about the queen, I’m glad the UK has given us guitar gods like Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, David Gilmour Pete Townshend,, Brian May, and Ritchie Blackmore, …
I wanted to shoot another guitar lesson and the reason I didn’t is becauseI’m seeing spots. No, I’m not hallucinating on peyote (lol)… There’s some weird spots on my camera lens, so I’m actually waiting for my lens cleaning kit that I ordered. Will have another video for you all soon. Just thought I’d mention …
hi Friend, Remember the song “The End” from The Doors? I remember being obsessed with this song back in the day. Anyways — THE END IS NEAR. The end of the Sol Philcox launch promotion. I always keep any new launches open for about a week. So THE END is here on Wednesday night around …
hi Friend, Before I give you today’s video lesson, I just want to thank you for being on my list. I’m so glad you’re with me today. I spent most of this afternoon shooting and editing a video for you 🙂 It’s a continuation of our study of blues guitar. BLUES LESSON OF THE DAY …
hi Friend, No, its not “hamburgers”, although I have to admit, I am a huge fan of the movie “Pulp Fiction”. Yeah, I realize it glorifies some really nasty things but somehow its still really entertaining ya know? Kind of like the video I just published. Nah just kiddin… Well, I did publish a video, …
hi Friend, My newest video is cool for at least 3 reasons. Like my Acadian friend says: “Trip-ledge-jay”. You’re gonna wanna check out today’s video because: 1. It’s got a TOTALLY NEW “pro” intro. Let me know what you think of it. 2. I got a pro video guy to come over and tweak my …
hi Friend, Well the anticipation is hitting the boiling point here at the Guitar Control headquarters as Sol Philcox fans are trying to bang down the doors to get their hands on his latest masterpiece. And guess what? I’m taking the heat to a WHOLE NEW LEVEL. How? By offering you an IRRESISTIBLE NO BRAINER …
hi Friend, How are ya? I’ve been a feeling a bit overwhelmed, overworked, and overtired the last few weeks, but all things come in waves and cycles. I know life can’t be peaches and cream 100% of the time… All things considered, I’m doing ok 🙂 Got a video for you today. Actually, this is …