Dream Theater is one of the most recognized and loved progressive acts of all time. In a style that’s grown and evolved from the 1980s to this date, Dream Theater has been well and revered the entire way as the true godfathers of the genre. At the helm of Dream Theater sits lead guitarist, John …
So as a bass player myself I have been the target of jokes made by guitarists for quite some time. But then, when a bass player joins a band, those quips invariably fade to black. You wonder why? Well because it becomes crystal clear fast to even the most cynical wannabe metal guitarists that the …
People have this impression that playing the banjo is more difficult than playing the guitar. This is not necessarily correct. Everything depends on how committed and dedicated you are in learning the basics of playing this instrument, including the different techniques for beginner banjoists. One great thing about the banjo is that it always comes …
There’s a ridiculous number of cheap bass guitars available in today’s market. Like most products, “cheap” can also mean junk when it comes to bass guitars. This isn’t always the case of course. There are plenty of great playing, great looking, overall great value options available for you. The trick is sorting through the rubble …
Geezer Butler is, without a doubt, one of the most influential bass players of all time, and equally so, a splendid lyricist who is responsible for spooking a generation into the eerie charm of Black Sabbath. Starting his musical career as a guitarist, he switched over to bass in the late 1960s when he teamed …
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a do-it-all acoustic guitar, or even if you’re a seasoned acoustic guitarist looking for a stage performing guitar, an acoustic electric guitar will come in handy. By simply plugging the acoustic guitar into a PA system, an amp, or an audio interface, it’s extremely easy to record and perform …
Shopping for an acoustic electric guitar can get especially tricky when you’re on a tight budget. But don’t worry, there are still some pretty incredible guitars you can pick up without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced guitarist looking for a great sounding yet affordable acoustic electric guitar, there’s something for …
With such a wide variety of effects pedals available to guitarists in this day and age, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Much like guitars and amplifiers, pedals can completely alter your sound and tone, so it’s imperative to choose them wisely. Guitar synth pedals are arguably the wildest, most transformative pedals a guitarist can get …
Aspiring musicians always start from scratch. They should be as creative as possible in making themselves known to the whole world. Thankfully, this is no longer impossible. You do not even need a PR manager (although having one would be a good idea) to stir a buzz about what your band has to offer in …
Bass guitars are instruments designed to give the deep low frequencies that help drive and shape the music a band is playing. Bass strings can make a big difference in the tone that you want your bass to produce. The strings you choose for your electric bass have a powerful influence on its tone and …