Play Guitar Podcast
362 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 186 ratingsHave you been struggling with the guitar? You are not alone! For the past 30 years I have been helping beginner, intermediate, and advanced guitarists get out of the guitar rut and find their voice on the guitar. These FREE, FUN, and EASY guitar lessons give you the right mindset for guitar success, and keep you moving forward on the guitar. No matter if you are just starting out or have been playing for years, this is the show that will help you become the guitarist that you always wanted to be! For more lessons, or to just stop by and say hi, come on over to www.playguitarpodcast.com.
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Basic Funk Guitar Licks - 162
February 03, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 16.7 MBGuitar Lick week is back! Join me today for five fun funk licks and a mini funk rhythm guitar lesson. Free tab for this show at: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/basic-funk-guitar-licks-162 Copyright ©2021 Play Guitar Academy
Why Do My Guitar Solos Sound Bad? - 161
January 27, 2021 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBAre you frustrated with your lead guitar soloing? Join me today as we learn the not so obvious reasons that your solos may be missing the mark. FREE blues lesson: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/why-do-my-guitar-solos-sound-bad-161 Copyright ©2021 Play Guitar Academy
Guitar Questions Answered - Episode 1 - Dean York - 160
January 20, 2021 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBToday, you're getting your guitar questions answered in our first community Q&A. The first player up is Play Guitar Community member Dean York. FREE guide to clear sounding chords: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-questions-answered-episode-1-dean-york-160 Copyright ©2021 Play Guitar Academy
Jim Kimball - Electric Vs. Acoustic - 159
January 13, 2021 08:00 - 37 minutes - 35 MBAcoustic show #1! Lee and Scott welcome Jim Kimball (guitarist for Reba McEntire) to the woodshed. Today's topic: Switching between acoustic and electric guitar.. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/jim-kimball-electric-vs-acoustic-159 Copyright ©2021 Play Guitar Academy
Open String Licks - 158
January 06, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBAdding open strings to your licks can create very different and interesting sounds. Join me today as I incorporate open strings in five downloadable licks. Get the tabs: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/open-string-licks-158 Copyright ©2021 Play Guitar Podcast
Looking Back and Moving Forward - 157
December 30, 2020 08:00 - 12 minutes - 12.1 MBJoin me today to put a fork in 2020 and start to get excited about the cool new things to come. 00:52 Last Episode of the Year. 02:00 Goals Achieved. 03:51 Then It Happened. 06:02 Back On Track. 06:58 New Schedule 2021. 07:41 Acoustic Show. 09:42 Get Involved 2021. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/playguitarpodcast Free Blues soloing Course: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/looking-back-and-moving-forward-157 Copyrigh...
Blues Licks #1 - 156
December 23, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 20.3 MBJoin me today as I start a new series that will get us building up licks and (more importantly) understanding why they work. We start with the blues. Enroll at: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Subscribe to: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/blues-licks-1-156 01:26 New Guitar Licks Episodes. 02:34 How Do the Licks Episodes Work? 05:37 Blues Lick #1. 08:37 Blues Lick #2. 11:02 Blues Lick #3. 15:00 Blues Lick #4. ...
The Resurgence of the Guitar – 155
December 16, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 16.7 MBDid the guitar die like they said? Doesn't look like it to me. Let's take a look at the big guitar bounce back! 02:16 Resurgence of the Guitar. 03:13 Guitar Vs. Electronic Music. 05:27 The Guitar Phenomenon. 06:18 Guitar During the Pandemic. 07:27 Guitar Sales Are Way Up. 08:42 Change in Challenging Times. 09:38 An Orchestra Under Your Fingers. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-resurgence-of-the-guitar-155 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
How to Stay Away From Guitar Burnout - 154
December 09, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBHave you ever been burned out on guitar? It happens more than you think. Today, I'm going to tell you how to succeed on guitar with out wearing yourself out. 00:43 Guitar Burnout. 01:53 Keep Guitar Burnout Away. 03:23 Guitar Burnout Step 1. 04:22 Recharge Interest on the Guitar. 05:41 Planned Guitar Breaks. 07:10 Practicing and Jamming. 08:23 Flexible Guitar Practice. FREE Practice Space Checklist: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice Show notes at: https://www.pl...
How to Get New Sounds On the Guitar - 153
December 02, 2020 08:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MBOn todays podcast, it's all about sounding different. We spend so much time trying to imitate our favorite players. Let's start thinking like them and start to find new sounds that are all our own. 00:46 Find New Tones On the Guitar 05:34 Combining Styles For New Tones 07:40 Using Unusual Gear 11:48 New Tones with Different Gear 13:00 Get New Tones With Your Old Gear 14:54 Using Gear In Different Ways 17:28 Using Pedals In Different Ways Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy...
Do I Need to Learn to Read Music? FAQ - 152
November 25, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 20.5 MBIs reading music an absolute must for playing guitar? Today, I give you all of the pros, cons, and also my opinions about reading music on guitar. 00:47 Do I Need to Learn How to Read Music to Play Guitar? 02:28 Do You Recommend Learning to Read Music? 04:28 Is It Easy To Read Music? 05:27 Reading Vs. Sight Reading. 07:04 What Styles Do You Need to Read Music? 09:29 Reading For Jazz and Classical Guitar. 11:21 What Does Standard Notation Do For You? Show notes at: https://w...
Playing Songs for Career Beginners - 151
November 18, 2020 08:00 - 15 minutes - 14.9 MBHave you been playing guitar for a while and you're not getting better? Today, I'm going to look at something as simple as the way you approach songs that could be holding you back. 00:48 Incomplete Songs. 01:48 Are you a career beginner? 02:54 Expecting to Get Better at Guitar. 03:51 Why Do You Struggle With Guitar? 04:57 Playing Songs. 06:07 When You Only Know Parts of Songs. 10:19 A New Approach to Learning Songs. Chord Guide: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide ...
Update for the Community - 150
November 11, 2020 08:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBToday's podcast is for the community! I'll update you on what's been going on here, what's coming up, and the ways you can get involved! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/update-for-the-community-150 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Guitar Licks Around Chord Shapes - 149
November 04, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBAre you struggling for ideas for solos and fills? Today, I'll show you why you don't need to look any further than the chord shapes you're already playing for great sounding melodies. 00:43 Guitar Licks Around Chord Shapes. 02:11 How Scale Patterns and Chords Relate. 04:04 The First Step. 05:22 Build Licks Around Common Chord Shapes. 08:17 Dorian Licks Over A Minor. 11:27 Hendrix Style Easy Licks. 14:28 Bonus Exercises. Free Blues Solo Course: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Sh...
Holding Yourself Accountable With Guitar - 148
October 28, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBBeing accountable to yourself and others is a huge part of success as a guitarist. Today, I help you reach the next step of success and supercharge your progress by changing the way you think about practice. 01:32 How to Approach Practicing. 02:44 Ownership. 04:20 Holding Yourself Accountable. 07:00 Being Accountable to Other Musicians. 08:04 Benefits of Being Accountable. 09:14 Keeping Up With a Group. 09:57 Bonus Steps. Free Practice Guide: https://www.playguitaracademy.com...
Using a Metronome - Making the Most of Your Practice Time - 147
October 21, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 22.4 MBWhat's the best habit you can take on right now to speed up your progress on guitar? It's practicing with a metronome. Join me today and find out why a metronome could radically change your progress on the guitar. 03:30 Why use a metronome? 05:35 Common Timing Problems. 06:51 Solid Internal Time. 06:51 Solid Internal Time. 10:22 How to use a metronome in your practice. 12:34 Playing Faster Cleanly and Correctly. 14:08 Practice Playing at Slower Speeds. Guide to Clear Soun...
Small Guitar Goals – Making the Most of Your Practice Time – 146
October 14, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MBDo you want to get better at guitar? Today, let's go over the number one thing you can do to start seeing results... fast. Start making small goals in your practice. 03:06 The Habit of Achieving 04:33 Take Control of Your Habits 06:11 Break Down Big Goals 08:03 Put Your Problems in Order 10:03 Expect Achievement 11:26 Get Real About Your Playing 13:06 Small Goal Examples. Free practice space checklist: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice Show notes at: https://www.pla...
Should I Upgrade My Guitar or Buy New? - 145
October 07, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutes - 20.3 MBAre you on the fence about whether to fix up that old guitar or get a shiny brand spankin' new one? Today I help you make the right decision for the situation you're in. 02:17 My Guitar Doesn't Feel Right 04:10 Guitar is Designed For Other Styles of Music 06:04 Guitar Needs Repair 07:45 Guitar Doesn't Sound Right 09:03 It Needs Different Pickups 10:22 Guitar Needs Adjustment or Repair 16:50 Buying New or Used Guitar Issues Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog...
Finding the Time For Guitar - 144
September 30, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 11.2 MBYou dream of playing your guitar but you don’t have the time. Sound familiar? Today, I give you three easy tips to find the time you need to get great at guitar! Make sure to download my FREE Practice Room Checklist: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/finding-the-time-for-guitar-144 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Lydian Licks for Guitar – 143
September 23, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this podcast, I’ve got five licks that show different ways you can use the Lydian mode in rock music. I’ll also show you how they are constructed and how you can take these ideas and use them in your own solos. 01:36 Lydian Sequences Over E 03:31 E Lydian Over F# 05:14 Lydian in Major Diatonic 08:07 Legato Lydian 09:47 String Skipping Lydian 12:30 ii V I (Lydian) Get the FREE pdf at http://playguitargroup.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/lydian-lick...
Lydian Mode - 142
September 16, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 11.2 MBWould you like to add cool and airy tones to your lead playing? Would you like to give your major solos a little something extra? Today, I introduce what the Lydian mode is, where you would use the Lydian mode, and the best practices to play the Lydian mode. 0:31 Lydian Mode 1:23 What’s the Lydian mode? 2:46 Approaching the Lydian Mode. 5:36 Where would you use the Lydian mode? 9:04 How would you start to use the Lydian mode? Make sure to learn the right steps for Successful Blues ...
Low Gain Lead Tones - 141
September 09, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBWhen you think of lead guitar, distortion comes to mind. But, some of the most popular lead guitar solos have used clean to very light gain tones. Today I go over how to build and use three awesome low gain lead tones. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/low-gain-lead-tones-141 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Mixolydian Licks - 140
September 02, 2020 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.82 MBAre you learning Mixolydian but it just doesn't sound right yet? Check out these seven Mixolydian licks for a guideline to incorporating this awesome sound into your guitar playing. Join our Facebook group to download the licks: http://playguitargroup.com Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/mixolydian-licks-140 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
What's the Mixolydian Mode? - 139
August 26, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 24 MBGetting into modes can be difficult to wrap your head around. Today, I get you started with the what, where, and how of the easiest mode to learn: The Mixolydian mode. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-s-the-mixolydian-mode-139 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
How Do Scale Patterns Work? - 138
August 19, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 35 MBOn guitar, we learn scales visually without any idea what the notes are and what their function is. Today, I'm going to show a different way of starting to play scale patterns that makes sense and gives much better results. FREE three notes per string download: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/3nps Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-do-scale-patterns-work-138 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Getting Your Head Right - 137
August 12, 2020 07:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBToday, I'm going to help you with the most important part of your guitar playing, your head. So let's get our heads on straight by really understanding why we play guitar, why it's so easy to get off course, and what we can do to relax and achieve at the same time. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-your-head-right-137 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Hammer-Ons and Pull-Offs – 136
August 05, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBBeing able to use Hammer-ons and Pull-offs effectively can take your lead playing to the next level. Today, I show you how to use them, the different uses for them, and some very cool exercises you can do to get that smooth sound into your playing. FREE PDF HERE: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/hammer Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/hammer-ons-and-pull-offs-136 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
If You Only Listen to One Episode… This Is the One – 135
July 29, 2020 07:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBToday, I share with you the two most powerful things I've found that will keep you out of a guitar rut and help you to experience consistent progress... and I'm pretty sure they aren't what you would think. Get your FREE practice space checklist at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/if-you-listen-to-only-one-episode-this-is-the-one-135 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
How to Get Into Recording - 134
July 22, 2020 07:00 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBHave you thought about getting into recording but were unsure where to start? Today, I go over the first steps, the gear you need, and some tips to get you started recording without any stress and confusion. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-get-into-recording-134 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Using Delay and Reverb - 133
July 15, 2020 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBDelay and reverb are the finishing touches for your guitar tone. Today, we finish off our tone challenge by understanding what they are and how to use them effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/using-delay-and-reverb-133 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Basic Guitar Tones: Clean, Crunch, and Lead - 132
July 08, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBHow do you build a great guitar tone? You need a starting point. Today I go over three basic core tones you can use as the foundation for tons of different sounds. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/basic-guitar-tones-clean-crunch-and-l
Summer Guitar Tone Challenge - 131
July 01, 2020 07:00 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MBHow's your guitar tone? Today kicks off our Summer Guitar Tone challenge. It's time to work on our sound and get toned and ready for the summer! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/summer-guitar-tone-challenge-131 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Ninth Chords on Guitar - 130
June 24, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBLet's take the first step into more colorful chords... using the 9th. Today I'll explain what 9th chords are, how they are constructed, and all of the different types that you can use to fancy up your rhythm guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/ninth-chords-on-guitar-130 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Fun Guitar Chords - 129
June 17, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBOne of my favorite things about learning songs is coming across new and interesting chords. Today I'll go through three of my favorite types of chords and show you how to use them in your own playing. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fun-guitar-chords-129 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Stuck in a Guitar Rut - 128
June 10, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBCan't make any progress and losing interest? Putting in more effort and getting less results? Today, I show my proven path to getting back on the road to success on guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/stuck-in-a-guitar-rut-128 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Guitar Arpeggios Explained - 127
June 03, 2020 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBArpeggios? What are these awesome sounding things? Today, I give an overview of arpeggios and how to use them. They aren't as hard as you think and can make your solos sound great! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-arpeggios-explained-127 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
The Frustrated Guitarist - 126
May 27, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBAre you frustrated? Have you had about enough of not knowing what you are doing and very low results. Join me today as we put this in the past by solving three of the most common frustrations for guitar players. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-frustrated-guitarist-126 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Lick Building Challenge
May 20, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB►Download the FREE Challenge Worksheet: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/lickbuildingchallenge It's my first Lick Building Challenge! Join us as we get creative and see what we awesome ideas we can make with a certain set of notes. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/lick-building-challenge-125 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Switching Between Acoustic and Electric - 124
May 13, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB►►Download FREE guide to clear sounding chords: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide Having a hard time making the switch between acoustic and electric guitar. You are not alone. Just because they are musically set up the same, doesn't mean that they are close in feel and play-ability. Join me today as I demonstrate the physical differences between the two and what to look for if you are having trouble. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/switching-between-acou...
Welcome Back to the Guitar - 123
May 06, 2020 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBWelcome back to the guitar! Have you made the commitment to make it work, this time. Today, I give the top 3 tips to make your experience on the guitar much more successful... this time. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/welcome-back-to-the-guitar-123 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Playing Fills In Between Chords - 122
April 29, 2020 07:00 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBToday, I show you the things you need to know to play riffs and melodies that lead from one chord to another. If you have ever struggled to come up with ideas for this situation, help is on the way! Show notes at :https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-fills-in-between-chords-122 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Playing in the Style of David Gilmour – 121
April 22, 2020 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBToday, I take a good look at the style of David Gilmour. Lots of players can play his solos note for note. I look past the tabs and talk about the technique, gear, scale choices, and a few of my own licks that were inspired by his playing. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-in-the-style-of-david-gilmour-121 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
The REAL Way to Learn to Play Guitar – 120
April 15, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBWith so many who are having such a hard time getting results with the guitar, it's hard to know how to move forward. Today I show you the clear path to get real results. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-real-way-to-learn-to-play-guitar-120Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Playing Chords in the Style of Jimi Hendrix - 119
April 08, 2020 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBToday, I explore the rhythm and chord work of Jimi Hendrix. I'll go over his soul guitar doublestops, advanced chord movement, and use of the 7#9 chord. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-chords-in-the-style-of-jimi-hendrix-119 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Fun Guitar Practicing Ideas - 118
April 01, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThere is a lot of practicing going on lately, but how do we make the most of it and not get burned out? Today, I share some great ideas to make your time with the guitar very effective and very fun. Guitar 30 Challenge free calendar and planner at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fun-guitar-practicing-ideas-118 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Getting Better at Chords - 117
March 25, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWant to move your chord playing forward, but you’re not sure what to work on. Today as part of the guitar 30 challenge, I’m sharing my roadmap to chord master, from start to finish. Download Guitar 30 Challenge planner and calendar: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-better-at-chords-117 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Return of the Guitar 30 Challenge! - 116
March 18, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIt’s back! Join me this month for my second annual practice challenge. This may be the perfect time to ramp up your guitar skills and see the benefits of a solid routine. Download your calendar and planner: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/ Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/return-of-the-guitar-30-challenge-116 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Strategies For Practicing Guitar - 115
March 11, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBHaving a hard time knowing what to practice? You aren't alone. Today, i go over my three practice strategies that will have you covered, no matter what you are going through. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/strategies-for-practicing-guitar-115 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Interview With Island Styles From Candlebox - 114
March 04, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBJoin me today for this really fun interview with Island Styles - guitarist for Candlebox and Jimmie's Chicken Shack. We talk about being on the road, practicing, gear and whole lot more. http://candleboxrocks.com/ FREE Blues Lead Guitar Course: www.freeblueslesson.com Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/interview-with-island-styles-from-candlebox-114 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy
Surround Yourself With the Right People - 113
February 26, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBDealing with people can be difficult when playing music. Today I go over the four types of players to surround yourself with to have a happy, calm, and productive musical situation.FREE Blues lead guitar course: http://freeblueslesson.com/ Show notes: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/surround-yourself-with-the-right-people-113 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy