In this episode of The Blues Guitar Show Podcast, we dive deep into the world of guitar tone. Is tone really in the fingers, or does your gear play a bigger role? We break down the essential elements—amps, pedals, pickups, and playing techniques—to help you dial in the perfect blues sound. From the warm breakup of Fender Tweed amps to the legendary sustain of a Tube Screamer, we explore how to shape your tone and find your unique voice on the guitar. Whether you're chasing the raw sound of Lightnin’ Hopkins or the smooth sustain of B.B. King, this episode is packed with tips to get you there.

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In this lesson we explore playing a full solo highlighting the changes by playing with chord tones for 7th chords. 

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In this episode I'm talking you through how to effectively used CAGED to play more interesting 12 bar blues.

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In this lesson we go through a slow blues in A. Looking at rhythm, phrasing and the age old question of what to play over what. 

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In this episode we talk through a no nonsense approach to music theory and the need-to-know info for playing effective blues guitar. 

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In this lesson we explore using rhythm and phrasing in imrpovised lead lines. If you're finding yourself repeating scale runs in 8th notes all over the twelve bar, this is what you need to know! 

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In this episode we're taking a bit of a break from things to discuss the modern music industry and why its so messed up. I give a few insider details as to how it all works and why it doesn't. 

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In this lesson we are looking at standard tuning, electric slide playing. We dive into some of the techniques, tips and an awesome lick that combines slide and finger playing to help you get cool pentatonic runs out of the slide. 

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In this episode of The Blues Guitar Show, we dive deep into the life, legacy, and unmistakable style of Lightnin’ Hopkins—one of the most influential blues guitarists of all time. From his early days in rural Texas, learning from legends like Blind Lemon Jefferson, to his rise as a prolific recording artist with over 800 songs, Hopkins shaped the sound of Texas blues like no one else.

We break down his unique guitar style, his loose, improvisational approach to rhythm, and his signature boogie bass lines that made his playing instantly recognizable. We’ll also explore the tunings and techniques that set him apart, his go-to Gibson acoustics and hollow-body electrics, and how his raw, percussive fingerpicking continues to inspire guitarists today.

If you love blues guitar and want to get inside the mind (and fingers) of one of its greatest players, this episode is for you! Tune in, grab your guitar, and get ready to unlock the sound of Lightnin’ Hopkins.

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In this lesson we are looking over playing single note basslines with syncopated notes in between to create awesome melodies. 

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