If you could name the one single biggest breakthrough in your guitar playing, what would it be? Today I go over the biggest turning point in my own playing and show you why it could be for yours as well. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-big-turning-point-in-your-guitar-playing-100 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I compare three computer based amplifier software to get the best sounds with low effort. They are: Bias Amp 2, Scuffham S-gear 2, and Overloud TH3. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-amp-software-shoot-out-099 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Do you remember the excitement of first learning guitar? Has that changed for you as you’ve progressed? Today I look back at the beginner’s mind and try to use it to make your playing (no matter what level you are) more fulfilling. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/staying-in-touch-with-the-beginner-s-mind-098 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Are you ready for a big change? Sometimes it takes drastic measures to pull yourself out of a playing rut. Today, I’m outlining the process that I’m putting into place to transform my own guitar playing…Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/change-your-guitar-playing-in-5-steps-097 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Are you frustrated that the way you want to sound and the way you actually sound are very different? Today I’m going over the three main areas to focus on to get new fresh ideas into your guitar playing. Practice space checklist: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/bringing-fresh-ideas-into-your-playing-096 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Faster and smoother lead lines! If you’ve been struggling with playing fast, it might not be your technique that’s holding you back. Today, I will introduce a different system for scale patterns that is guaranteed to speed up your playing Get the scales: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/3nps  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/3-notes-per-string-scales-3nps-095 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Dealing with the negative parts of learning guitar is something you don’t hear about much. But, when you finally get fed up and deal with the negativity head on, very positive things start to happen.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-positive-about-your-playing-094 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Have you ever felt that your hands were out of sync? Are your notes cut off or do you play a note and hear only a click? Let's fix this once and for all. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/helping-your-hands-work-together-093 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Buying a guitar amplifier can test your nerves. Just hoping that the amp will sound good can be a risky business. Today, I will talk about what to look for in an amp and a special announcement. Get your FREE download "Guide to Clear Sounding Chords" at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/which-guitar-amp-should-i-buy-092 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Although we use chords and scales all of the time, not understanding the way they work together can be the thing that’s holding us back. Join me today as I give an overview on the relationship between chords and scales. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chords-and-scales-091 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

How’s your practicing going? I hope good, but if you are like the rest of us, it can be a real challenge staying in a good practice routine. Today, I help you make a practice schedule that’s easy to stick with and the perfect fit for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-practice-schedule-090 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I'm taking you to a place you may not be ready to deal with... Your own playing. Ooh I know it sounds scary but the sooner we get past some things the sooner we can build even stronger skills on the guitar. Show notes at:https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dialing-in-a-marshall-dsl-50-088 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I'm cranking up my trusty Marshall DSL 50 and I'll show the process of getting all of your basic gig tones from this relatively inexpensive but awesome workhorse amplifier. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dialing-in-a-marshall-dsl-50-088 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's episode, I answer these great questions: How do you key down for vocals?, Any tips for playing blues turnarounds?, Can you help me with bracing?, How do you dial in a Fender amp? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/keying-down-for-vocals-blues-turnarounds-bracing-fender-amp-demo-087 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's episode, I went over the tones from the Tech21 Fly Rig 5, and answered the question: How do you know what notes to use when tapping?  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fly-rig-5-demo-notes-to-use-with-tapping-086Copyright ©2019

On today's episode, I answer these great questions: What is a twelve string guitar?, Are power chords Major or minor?, What's the best quality Fender Stratocaster for the money?, What's the best electric for those who like the feel of acoustic guitars?, What are Pedal tones? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/12-string-power-chords-strats-electrics-similar-to-acoustics-pedal-tones-085 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's episode, I answer these great questions: Do you learn scales by memorizing patterns or notes on the fretboard?, Any tips on not engaging the string above the bended note?, How do you link chords and scales in the CAGED system? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learning-scales-clean-bends-caged-chords-and-scales-084 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's episode, I answer these great questions: How to create melodies and chords at the same time?, How do you bridge the gap between playing fast and slow?, How do I use the Nashville numbering system with key changes?, Do you have some tips for cutting noise and muting strings when bending? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-fast-melodies-and-chords-key-changes-clean-bending-083 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

On today's episode, I answer these great questions: "Which chords are better with each mode?", "How do I build vocabulary on the guitar?", "What plugins do you use for drums and other effects?", and "Hey Lee, what have you been working on?" Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chords-with-modes-vocabulary-plugins-my-practice-082 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

In today's episode, I answer these great questions: What's the basic use of the circle of fifths? What do I need to know to play Reggae guitar? What are the basics of intonation? Is intonation important for slide guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/circle-of-fifths-reggae-guitar-intonation-081 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

In today's episode, I answer these great questions: What's the best way to play songs without tab or chord charts? Do you have any exercises that could help with directional picking? What are the relationships between the big four scale patterns? Do you have any tips for mixing the major and minor pentatonic together? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-songs-directional-picking-scale-relationships-mixing-scales-080 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In today's episode, I answer these great questions: Does knowing music theory take the magic out of music? What's the best way to add melody lines to your rhythm playing? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/does-music-theory-ruin-the-feel-of-music-melody-with-rhythm-guitar-079 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In today's episode, I answer these great questions: Any tips to improve the F major Bar chord? Any tips on finding someone to practice with? Any tips on keeping time without losing a beat? How are arpeggios used in soloing? How to improv fast blues licks? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/f-major-chord-practice-partner-keeping-time-arpeggios-in-soloing-fast-blues-licks-078 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In today's episode, I answer these great questions: Do you have any exercises for pinch harmonics? What's a good way to play pentatonic scales in every key? Can you suggest a suitable amp for low level Marshall practice amp? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/pinch-harmonics-pentatonics-in-different-keys-low-level-amps-077 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

In today's episode, I answer these great questions: 1. Can you tell me a little about fingerpicking and hybrid picking? 2. What's your best advice for a new guitarist who knows basic chords but has trouble switching fast enough? 3. What's the difference between compressors, gates, and expanders? Leave a review: www.playguitarpodcast.com/itunes Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fingerpicking-switching-chords-compressors-gates-and-expanders-076 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In today's episode, I answer these great questions: 1. How to have a good sounding rehearsal? 2. When you play smaller blues chords, which notes do you leave out? 3. Arpeggios: which ones to start with, and how do you incorporate them into solos? 4. Any tips on playing blues rhythm and lead together? www.playguitarpodcast.com/itunes Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/rehearsals-blues-chords-arpeggios-rhythm-and-lead-together-075 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In today's episode, I answer four more questions from listeners. They are: 1. Do you have any tips to help to learn the five pentatonic shapes? 2. What's the next step after bar chords to step up my playing? 3. Do you have any tips for fun and effective ear training on the guitar? 4. Any exercises to increase the use of fingers you don't often use. Links: www.freeblueslesson.com and  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/pentatonic-tips-next-steps-ear-training-finger-exercises-074 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In episode #7 of my spring bonus Q&A series, I answer four more questions from listeners. They are 1. Does it make sense to use an overdrive pedal with modeling amps? 2. When you use a capo is there an easy way of knowing what key you are in? 3. What's a good book to learn the correct patterns in order? 4. What's a good way to start creating licks of your own? Show notes at https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/pedals-into-modeling-capo-keys-patterns-creating-licks-qa-7 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

In episode #6 of my spring bonus Q&A series, I answer three more questions from listeners. They are 1. What are the differences between major and minor scales and how are minor diatonic chords created? 2. Do you have any tips on recording your guitar? What kind of software/ equipment would you recommend? 3. How do you decide what guitar tone goes with a particular song? Show notes at https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/minor-diatonic-chords-recording-guitar-and-guitar-tone-qa-6 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In episode #5 of my spring bonus Q&A series, I answer five more questions from listeners. They are 1. Best way to mix minor and major pentatonics over 7th chords? 2. Is there an order in which we have to learn scales? 3. How to get started with eighth note strumming? 4. Do you have any tips for vibrato on bends? 5. How to rake across the strings in blues music? Show notes at https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/mixing-pentatonics-scales-strumming-vibrato-and-raking-strings-qa-5 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

In episode #4 of my spring bonus Q&A series, I answer four more questions from listeners. They are 1. Tips for building speed on legato sections? 2. How to get started with a new loop pedal? 3. How to start applying formal ear training to the guitar? 4. What do you think about getting rid of pedals in favor of a Line6 Helix? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/speed-loop-pedals-ear-training-and-pedals-vs-modelers-qa-4 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast 

In episode #3 of my spring bonus Q&A series, I answer five more questions from listeners. They are 1. What to do when you have no one to play with? 2. What is a good way of memorizing what notes are in a scale? 3. How do you deal with a bad jamming situation? 4. If you only had 10 min to practice on a busy day, what would you focus on? 5. Any tips on getting started writing riffs and combining them to get songs? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-solo-scale-notes-jamming-practice-and-riffs-qa3 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

In the second episode of my spring bonus Q&A series, I answer four more questions from listeners. They are: 1. How do you learn to mix different styles? 2. How to you palm mute? 3. How do you identify the key of a song? 4. I'm confused by learning guitar from youtube. Where do I go from here? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/mixing-styles-palm-mutes-keys-and-youtube-qa-2 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

In this first episode of my spring bonus Q&A series, I answer four questions from listeners. They are 1. How do you make your solos sound less like scales? 2. Do I have any tips for coming up with licks? 3. Any tips for unlocking the fretboard? 4. What's the best order to start off writing a song? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/solos-licks-fretboard-and-songs-spring-qa-1 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I'm taking a hard look at Vibrato. Vibrato is something extremely important that usually gets very little attention. I go over what it is, the different types, and some exercises for you. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/vibrato-for-guitar-066 Copyright ©2019

If learning to play the modes is the next step in your lead playing, make sure you listen to this episode before you start. Today, I take something that seems complicated and break it down so you can start using modes right away. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/explaining-modes-for-guitar-065 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Knowing what to look for is the key to curing sloppy playing. If you could stand to tighten up your playing, you don't want to miss this one! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-do-i-make-my-guitar-playing-smoother-and-cleaner-064 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I demonstrate my five favorite devices that help you get the most mileage out of your guitar licks! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-guitar-licks Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

What should I work on next? It's a question I get all of the time and today I give a surefire system to put your guitar practice back on track! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-should-i-work-on-next-062 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I discuss the five big challenges of moving from your practice space to the stage. Once you know what to expect, it makes it so much easier! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/moving-from-the-practice-space-to-the-stage Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today I share my five-part plan to build great guitar solos... every time! If you've ever struggled to come up with a good sounding solo, this one is for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-do-you-build-a-guitar-solo Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I unlock the CAGED. The CAGED system. I talk about what it is, my opinions on it, and how you can make the CAGED system work for you. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/should-i-learn-the-caged-system Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, we answer your questions on our second listener Q&A. The questions cover strong and weak beats, determining the key of a song, amp sim software, the dreaded F chord, and moving from electric to acoustic guitar. I'm very excited to be joined by (the Play Guitar Facebook Group Moderator) Chris Ward! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/listener-qa-2 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I present the basics of playing a Jazz chord melody on guitar, and how it relates to fingerstyle. (And, it’s the one year anniversary of the show!) Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-basics-of-playing-a-chord-melody-on-guitar Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I take some well needed time to answer this very common question: "What’s the best way to learn songs?" Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/whats-the-best-way-to-learn-songs Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Helping The "Career" Beginner Guitarist. Getting stuck at the beginner stage can last for a really long time. Today, I help you break that cycle and move up to the next level. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/helping-the-career-beginner-guitarist Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

It’s my GUITAR 30 CHALLENGE! Take this 30 minutes a day for 30 days challenge with me to jumpstart your practicing and get the results you need! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-30-challenge Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, it’s 2019! I take a look at what’s changed over the past year and how to make the most with your guitar progress for the year to come! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learning-guitar-in-2019 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I share my tips on setting up your guitar. Whether your new guitar isn’t playing right or your old one needs a refresh, it’s not as hard as you think (and you already have most of what you need.) Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/setting-up-your-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I go over dynamics on the electric guitar. From clean to mean I'll talk about getting our dynamics, gain and volume straight! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dynamics-gain-and-volume Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

The HOW and WHY of mixing Major and minor pentatonic scales. This could be your next step towards more complex and interesting solo lines! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/mixing-major-and-minor-pentatonic-scales Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

How do you keep your guitar practice FUN? I’ve got 7 tips for all levels of guitarists to make your practice fun and effective. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/7-tips-to-make-guitar-practice-fun Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

It’s guitar buying season! Today, I help you make the right decisions to save you a ton of time, money, and frustration. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/my-guitar-buyers-guide Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I’m giving thanks! Thanks to you with my first listener Q&A episode! Also, A very special guest! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/my-first-listener-qa-047 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, It’s all about Progress! Really making progress on the guitar. I go over Exactly what good progress is, what progress feels like on the guitar, average progress for different levels of guitar players, the common hurdles of guitar progress, and streamlining it all with my guitar progress guide. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/streamline-your-progress-on-the-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Improving your rhythm guitar. It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out or you’re an experienced rhythm player there is always room for improvement. Today I show you how! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-rhythm-in-rhythm-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I introduce slide guitar. I go over what you need to know to add this bluesy technique to your playing. I also go over a very easy way to get started..using standard tuning! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-start-playing-slide-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, it’s my introduction for GUITAR IMPROVISATION! Is this just something only a few are able to do, or is this a skill we can learn and perfect over time? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/intro-to-improvisation Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, it’s all about finding different gutiar tones for different styles of music. I’m tackling two different styles (Blues and Rock), with two different rigs. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/different-guitar-tones-for-different-styles-of-music Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

How do you keep moving forward on the guitar when you are strapped for time? I’ll show you how you can turn ten minutes of your day into a super effective practice routine. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/ten-minute-ultimate-practice-routine Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Licks And Riffs. Today, it’s all about licks and riffs for the guitar player. I show the importance of and the difference between them and how to use them effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/licks-and-riffs Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 39 of the play guitar podcast I take the first step with you toward playing advanced guitar chords. We’ll leave open and bar chords in the dust and start playing something special!Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/start-playing-advanced-guitar-chords Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

I’m talking today about creating a super effective and fun practice space. I help you create your home base where you can start moving forward with the guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/set-up-your-perfect-guitar-practice-space Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today I'm playing solos over minor chords! I show you how and what to play to make you sound awesome! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-play-over-minor-chords-and-sound-awesome Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Todays show is all about getting back into guitar. Here are the most important things to consider when you are starting up again and want to be successful. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-back-into-guitar-036 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I talk about the ten things you NEED to get good at guitar. It’s not so hard to do if you take take these important steps to heart. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-it-takes-to-get-good-at-guitar-035 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

I'm talking about cool chords on today's podcast! Here are some of my favorite chords you can use to spice up your playing and add new textures to your sound. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/cool-sounding-chords-034 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 33 of the Play Guitar Podcast, it's all about building guitar solos. With just a little planning, you can create melodic, memorable solos every time! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-build-guitar-solos-033 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 32 of the play guitar podcast, I'm talking microphones for your guitar! With a little bit of knowledge your rig can sound fabulous with the just the right mic. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-microphone-for-guitar-032 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today I answer the question: What's holding you back from getting better at the guitar? It just might be your mindset holding you back. Plus some fun news from this past week! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/whats-holding-you-back-from-getting-better-at-the-guitar-031 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 30 of the play guitar podcast I talk about how to get the most out of the most basic gig setup.. the single amp with pedals. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/basic-gig-setup-single-amp-with-pedals-030 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 29 of the play guitar podcast, I share my 3 tips to jumpstart your guitar playing. Try these out to get your playing back on the right path! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/jumpstart-your-guitar-playing-029 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I share my favorite exercise for funk rhythm guitar. It’s really fun and will make your rhythm playing super focused and super funky! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/funk-rhythm-guitar-28 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 27 of the play guitar podcast I get into funk guitar chords! I start with the basic chords and then show you how to make small changes to get big results! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/funk-guitar-chords-027 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

It’s Double Stops, those cool 2 note harmonies that are in so many of our favorite songs. It's easy to use the chords and scales you already know to start playing them. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/double-stops-026 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today I take a look at legato playing. I go through all of the components of this smooth flowing technique, and how to incorporate it in your own playing! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learning-legato-guitar-025 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 24, I talk about speeding up your guitar playing! If you've had a hard time playing faster, this is the show for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/speed-up-your-guitar-playing-024 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today on episode 23 of Play Guitar Podcast, I introduce Chord Tone Soloing! It's a different approach to soloing that could take your guitar playing to the next level! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chord-tone-soloing-023 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's show, I continue my blues mini series by talking about blues electric guitar tone. It's all about what gear to get for great blues tone and tips to use it effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/blues-electric-guitar-tone-022 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's show, I take a look at the Best Blues Chords For Guitar Players! Having a solid knowledge of the blues is essential. So today I’m going to make sure you know the chords you need to play the blues! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/best-blues-chords-for-guitar-players-021 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's show, I take a look at learning the Blues. Just a little knowledge of how to play Blues guitar can help you in so many different ways! I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/020-understanding-blues-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's show, I continue the path to great guitar tone with effects pedals. I look at the different types of effects and tips on what order to put them in. I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/019-effects-pedals-the-path-to-great-guitar-tone-part-3 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's show, I breakdown the basics of guitar amplifiers. Once you understand how classic amps are used for different styles of music, you will be able to make better decisions with your own gear. I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/018-amplifiers-the-path-to-great-guitar-tone-part-2 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I’m going to start to help players who are unsure of what guitars to use for different styles of music. This is a big topic and there is never an easy answer. But when you take a look at the classic recordings of your favorite style of music, you start to see some similarities in the gear that is used. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/017-the-path-to-great-guitar-tone-part-1 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today I’m going to share a technique that I use to help guitarists who can’t seem to get past playing pentatonic scales. You know there are different sounds. You can hear them. You want to play them. But, it always seems that you just keep going back to the pentatonic over and over again. This easy approach may be just what's needed to open up new ideas in your guitar playing! Also, I have some listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/016-trapped-in-the-pentatonic-box Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I help players get through the dreaded guitar plateau. I’ll break down the reasons that this might happen and what you can do to bust through your guitar rut! Also, I have some listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/015-bust-out-of-your-guitar-plateau Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's episode, I take some time to really understand the things that are holding lead guitarists back. Have you ever struggled with lead guitar? I think we all have. It’s not easy. I breakdown the four main challenges that lead guitar players have and find ways to breakthrough those problems. Also, I have some listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/014-how-to-make-your-guitar-solos-sound-better Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I talk about why the minor pentatonic scale works so well... when it shouldn’t! Then I explore some other ways of getting "outside" sounds over 7th chords. Also, I have some listener feedback and another installment of creating the band. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/013-the-minor-pentatonic-scale-youre-already-playing-outside Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I answer the question: What chords sound good together on the guitar? To do that we are going to start learning all about Diatonic chords. These are the chords with the strongest relationships and the ones that are heard most often in popular music. Also I have some great Listener Feedback! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/012-what-chords-sound-good-together-on-the-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, we are going to help new guitar players get started in the right direction. You would think learning guitar would be very simple with all of the resources we have available to us. But, it's very tough to stay on track and not get overwhelmed. This is a resource that will put new players in the right mindset and help them get more out of the guitar right away. Also I have Listener Feedback and some great news! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/011-how-would-you-help-a-beginning-guitarist-get-started Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

The steps to take to avoid frustration that could be ahead of you on the guitar. Also I have Listener Feedback and another installment of creating the band! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/010-how-to-avoid-frustration-when-learning-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I start sliding guitar scale patterns around into different keys. You can get a lot of mileage out of just one scale pattern. Also I have Listener Feedback and another installment of Creating the Band! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/009-sliding-guitar-scale-patterns-into-new-keys C

Today, I talk about soloing over chords, and the four sticky situations you need to plan for! Also we have some Guitar News and another installment of creating the band! Show notes at https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/008-improvising-over-chords Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, we start getting into lead guitar. What is it all about and what are the tools you need to get started. Show notes at https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/007-getting-lead-guitar

Today, I unpack guitar scales! It’s not just about memorizing a bunch of patterns. Once you know what they really are and how to use them, you will be unstoppable!

https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/006-really-understanding-guitar-scales

Today I’m talking about Chords and Arpeggios. We can all play them but do we really know what they are and how they are built. Also we have some guitar news and another installment of creating the band! see https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/005-really-understanding-chords

Today, I introduce technique exercises for the guitar and why they are so effective for players of all levels. Also I have guitar news and another installment of creating the band! see https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/004-technique-exercises

Today, I talk about the one thing that guitarists of all levels need to work on. How to better open up the fretboard. Also I have some guitar news and another installment of Creating the band! see https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/003-open-fretboard

Today, I uncover the ups and downs of recording and playing direct guitar. It’s not as easy as it seems. Also I have guitar news and another installment of creating the band! see https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/002-playing-and-recording-direct-guitar

Today I talk about the ups and downs of learning guitar in 2018. Also an introduction to the podcast, guitar news and the first installment of creating the band! see https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/001-learning-guitar-in-2018