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(Original image credit: Val Wilmer / Getty Images) If you want to improve as a blues guitarist, I would recommend learning a range of easy blues songs.In my opinion, learning new songs is one of the best ways to develop as a guitarist. Learning scales and chords is like learning individual words of a new language. It is useful, but it doesn't actually help you to form sentences, tell an engaging story, or connect with... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "There are two man-made objects you’re gonna see from space: the Great Wall of China and my wall of Marshalls. My road crew hates me!” - guitarist.com Wizardry is not a term used lightly in any situation but on this occasion this week's other-worldly guitar hero really does deserve the accreditation.An artist that is not easily categorised, neo-classical metal comes to mind, a player that has gained prestigious status in the guitar community... read more.

If you want to dial in a killer blues tune, I would recommend experimenting with E flat tuning (Eb tuning).This is one of the simplest changes that you can make to your guitar setup. Yet it is a change that has a number of benefits. And it can make a profound difference to your tone and to the way you play your guitar.In this article then I will be explaining a little bit more about... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "These Phosphor Bronze strings have just the right amount of body and twang – which is vital for my sound. I give them a hard life and they still sound great." Acousticguitar.com We continually ask ourselves what makes a great guitarist, or what makes a creative, and truly awe-inspiring musician? There are multiple answers of course, and endless variations of greatness come along with credible innovation.In the spotlight on this occasion is a... read more.