There are many factors that add up to achieving great guitar tone. So, where should you be spending your time and money to get the best return? Most guitarists love to invest in guitars, pedals, and amps. I get it…there are seemingly infinite options, they’re loud, fun and exciting, and look great. They are the …
The Best Gear Advice That Most Guitarists Don’t Take Seriously Read More »
In past blogs and podcasts, we’ve talked about the importance of developing your own sound. But how do you actually go about building a new sound? The more I talk to other guitarists, the more I realize that many struggle to think outside of the box. I understand how hard it can be, simply because …
If you’ve spent any time on the internet, you’ve probably read dozens of top 10 style blogs. I figure that you’ve already read a couple of these about guitar, and you already have all of the essential things like picks, a tuner, capo, etc. While those blogs are great and can be helpful, this blog …
10 Surprising Guitar Accessories You Never Knew You Needed Read More »
Every guitarist wants to know the secrets of shredding. How do professional guitarists increase the speed and accuracy of their playing? And what’s holding you back from getting there? At some point in your music career, you’ve probably felt like you’ve reached a plateau in your skill level and more often than not, it’s a …
Guitar Technique: How to Play Faster and Cleaner with Benjamin Forehand Read More »
One of the most common questions I get from guitar players—especially worship leaders—is this: “Where do I put the capo for this song?” And it’s a valid question, because a guitar capo isn’t just a clamp you throw on your guitar to make things easier. Used correctly, it’s one of the most powerful tools you …
The Ultimate Guide To Using A Guitar Capo – Where To Put It & Why Read More »
One of the things I get asked is how to play more complicated chord forms and whether they are necessary for worship music. It’s easy to play through a chord chart using simple triads while “avoiding” all the harder chords, but if you’re ready to take your playing to the next level, this post …
I have a bit of a DIY mentality when it comes to my passions and as a result, I’ve learned a few things about building a solid pedalboard. As I tour regularly, it is important that I have a reliable and convenient setup that can be transported well and easily modified. I’ve had countless different …
Tips for a Reliable and Flexible Guitar Pedalboard Read More »
You just heard a clip of another guitarist on Instagram and you’re hooked. Immediately, you start digging through the comments section to see if they’ve revealed what new magic pedal they’re using. You find out and dive headfirst into the endless sea of YouTube demos. Hours have gone by (heck, maybe even days), you’ve been …
Every great musician isn’t just a musician. Great musicians have the ability to expand their perspective past themselves and see a bigger picture. Great musicians are also great producers. Whether or not you produce music, understanding how a producer thinks and acts equips you to best serve your worship team. It might even be the …
In a previous blog post, I outlined some basic shapes that would empower guitarists of any skill level to be able to play rhythm in any key. In this post, I want to outline some more “advanced”, for lack of a better term, chord shapes that I use frequently in my playing. For the sake …
