On this episode, we take a brief dive into one of the most legendary Les Pauls of all time. Neil Young's Old Black! We'll discuss it origin and the many modifications he's made to it over the decades. 

Check out this Spotify playlist of tracks featuring Old Black

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3yFByHPIJdusawGmNxJyeo?si=9a2764f8be49468b

On this episode we discuss the string gauge preferences of some of the most famous players. Comment and let me know what brand and gauge you prefer!

On this episode, we discuss some key player's who helped the Fender Stratocaster take off and have kept it alive and at the forefront of guitar playing over the decades. 

Check out this Spotify playlist of killer Strat tunes

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3pIA2YJBogIZAgjTxlhAFR?si=8a11b672e70f49ff

On this episode we discuss the differences between Gibson & Fenders trademarks. We'll also dive into the recent Gibson vs. Dean lawsuit and discuss the outcome. 

On this episode we discuss comparing ourselves to other players. While it can be a bad thing, it can also motivate us to push ourselves to another level if we put in the work and eliminate some of the distractions that keep us stuck. 

On this episode, we discuss the evolution of country guitar playing. From the early pioneers to the modern day purveyors of the country sound as well as the gear that has defined the genre. Take a listen to the Spotify playlist below for examples of the evolution of country guitar!

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GskNTGFjQAgGsYM50nvxg?si=5c23d69b6b17414a

On this episode, we discuss the the legendary #0001 Strat owned by the even more legendary guitarist, David Gilmour. 

On this episode, we discuss the magical 80's pop rock guitar tone. We will explore the studio players, the gear and some musical examples of why we are experiencing a resurgence in interest in this unique sound. 

Here's a link to a Spotify list of 80's songs I reference in the episode:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OaVAww594htZpvYgYx0nU?si=118c40ce231a40fc

On this mini-episode, I ask the question, "what is the most versatile guitar?" Comment and let me know your thoughts!

On this episode we explore the pioneers of electric lead guitar. We'll discuss a few highly influential players from the early days of electric guitar and I'll share a few tracks you should check out to get a feel for earliest electric lead guitar recordings.