🔒 Lesson #105 Slow Blues Tutorial

Subscriber-only episodeIn 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. Head to the Gdrive folder for this weeks backing track: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13zmV0E6uQ1O4nrfeiZnH3qxjh3JdpsHn?usp=drive_link Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

In this episode we talk through a no nonsense approach to music theory and the need-to-know info for playing effective blues guitar.  Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeSupport the showTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

Subscriber-only episodeIn 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!  Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

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.  Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeSupport the showTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

Subscriber-only episodeIn 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.  Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

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. Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeSupport the showTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

Subscriber-only episodeIn this lesson we are looking over playing single note basslines with syncopated notes in between to create awesome melodies. Head to the Gdrive folder for this weeks TAB: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13zmV0E6uQ1O4nrfeiZnH3qxjh3JdpsHn?usp=drive_link Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

Can you heqr the difference between a strat and a tele? Are you sure? In this episode we do a direct tone test between my stratocaster and my telecaster to compare and contrast the different tones.  Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeSupport the showTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

Subscriber-only episodeIn this lesson we are looking over two key techniques for playing lead lines like Mark Knopfler - Rakeing and Sweeping. Head to the Gdrive folder for this weeks TAB: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13zmV0E6uQ1O4nrfeiZnH3qxjh3JdpsHn?usp=drive_link Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list

In this episode I sit down with Reverend Peyton of the Big Damn Band. These guys are one of my all time favourite live bands. We catch up with Rev on tour in the U.S and just after releasing their new record 'Honeysuckle' Their new record, Honeysuckle, was released on February 21 and was mixed by six-time Grammy winner Vance Powell (Chris Stapleton, Jack White). The record features many special guests, including gospel music group The McCrary Sisters, Blues Music Hall of Famer and Grammy-nominated harmonica player Billy Branch, Grammy award-winning and IBMA's 10-time Fiddle Player of the Year Michael Cleveland and Colton Crawford from The Dead South. The band is critically acclaimed by Rolling Stone, Relix, Popmatters, Guitar World, American Songwriter, No Depression, Glide, Wide Open Country, Paste, American Blues Scene and many more! Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeSupport the showTo get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribeHead over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list