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Eric André’s advice for aspiring upright bass players: “Don’t play it. Run for the f**king hills”
The comedian and Berklee-educated bassist issued a stark warning to those hoping to follow in his musical footsteps during an interview in which he also compared guitar players to gnats
5 ways to improve your sweep picking technique
Sweep picking is a technique that stumps many, infuriates others, but is unmatched for delivering fluid arpeggio runs. This lesson follows in the pick sweeps of Synyster Gates, Frank Gambale et al
How to tell if you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced guitar player
How many of us know exactly where we're at with the instrument? Renowned six-string educator Justin Sandercoe explains all
5 ways to play a blues turnaround on guitar
Give your solos a satisfying ending with these foolproof lead ideas
Exploring Brad Paisley’s awe-inspiring acoustic country playing
Let's dive headlong into the acoustic style of a Nashville superstar who’s better known for ripping out scary electric licks. Spoilers: he's just as spectacular unplugged
What is economy picking and how can it benefit your guitar playing?
A more efficient way to pick, economy picking will make you a more fluid player, whether you’re playing jazz and fusion or shred à la Yngwie Malmsteen
Make your blues swing with this guide to Honky Tonk hero Billy Butler’s techniques
A hero to the great Danny Gatton, Billy Butler was a trailblazing player, and this lesson into his jazzy blues style will underpin your technique and improvisational sensibility
EVH adds new eye-catching colorways to its Wolfgang Special and Standard lineups
Sonic Boom, Absinthe Frost, Battleship Gray and Purple Burst join the Wolfgang lineup's collection of finishes for 2023
