In the world of guitar effects, pitch shifter pedals are highly underrated. They’re versatile, transformative devices, which expand the tonal capabilities of your instrument. Using a pitch shifter pedal is essentially the same as adding notes to your fretboard that otherwise would be inaccessible. They allow you to soar up to high notes when soloing, …
When you think of the greatest country pickers of all time, your mind might jump to legendary players like Chet Atkins or Jerry Reed, but not all legends live in the past. As far as modern country players go, it’s hard to compete with Brad Paisley when it comes to pure, twangy, Tele-driven country pickin’. …
It’s not easy to define what a “guitar hero” really is. However, with a player like Tom Morello, we get the privilege to witness some of the elements that make one. But we’re not just talking about the technique or how well a musician applies music theory in practice. Tom has always brought a unique …
Few musicians have distilled youthful fire, rage, and hope into song as well as Alice Cooper’s original lead guitarist, Glen Buxton. Fewer still have as many hits to their name, with Buxton’s raw, distinctive playing showcased on the likes of perennial youth-gone-wild anthems “School’s Out” and “Eighteen”. The seeds of this rebellious, rambunctious spirit were …
If you’re looking for an acoustic guitar for all-around use, acoustic electric guitars are a much smarter choice and worth the extra investment. You can use it acoustically, record easily without an expensive mic, and most importantly, you can perform on stage much easier without worrying about the feedback from the mics or fear of …
As music technology has advanced in recent decades, the range of guitar pedals available to musicians has increased exponentially. In some cases, the original, vintage pedals still dominate certain effects. Other instances have seen modern digital pedals grow in popularity. When assembling your pedalboard, it’s important to have an understanding of the various types of …
There’s no mistaking Willie Nelson any time you see him on stage or TV, and that’s even before you hear him sing. He’s one of the most iconic figures in American music and recording history, with his ever-iconic braids and woven guitar strap. He and his guitar, “Trigger”, played a critical role in bringing outlaw …
Some artists have managed to find their musical voice in either rock, blues, or mainstream pop. Some have tried their hand at multiple genres or instruments, but it’s hard to imagine that anyone managed to wade through as many styles, genres, and sonic cultures as Prince. Prince was a multi-instrumentalist that had a seemingly endless …
One of the biggest and most famous names of Seattle’s Grunge Scene started as an ordinary blue-collar man. Eddie Vedder, now a household name, was a worker at a gas station until one day, in 1990, friend and former Red Hot Chilli Peppers drummer, Jack Irons told him that there was a band looking for …
Although likely not the first name that comes to mind when you hear the Foo Fighters, Pat Smear is an often unsung hero of Rock and Roll and a key figure in the band’s history. Smear has served as the Foo Fighters’ rhythm guitarist since the band rose to fame, creating rocking riffs and banging …