Play Guitar Podcast
365 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 192 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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Episodes
Explaining modes for guitar - 065
March 27, 2019 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIf learning to play the modes is the next step in your lead playing, make sure you listen to this episode before you start. Today, I take something that seems complicated and break it down so you can start using modes right away. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/explaining-modes-for-guitar-065 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
How do I make my guitar playing smoother and cleaner? - 064
March 20, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBKnowing what to look for is the key to curing sloppy playing. If you could stand to tighten up your playing, you don't want to miss this one! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-do-i-make-my-guitar-playing-smoother-and-cleaner-064 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
How to get the most out of your guitar licks - 063
March 13, 2019 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBToday, I demonstrate my five favorite devices that help you get the most mileage out of your guitar licks! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-guitar-licks Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
What Should I Work On Next? - 062
March 06, 2019 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWhat should I work on next? It's a question I get all of the time and today I give a surefire system to put your guitar practice back on track! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-should-i-work-on-next-062 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
Moving From The Practice Space To The Stage - 061
February 27, 2019 08:00 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MBToday, I discuss the five big challenges of moving from your practice space to the stage. Once you know what to expect, it makes it so much easier! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/moving-from-the-practice-space-to-the-stage Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
How do you build a guitar solo? - 060
February 20, 2019 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBToday I share my five-part plan to build great guitar solos... every time! If you've ever struggled to come up with a good sounding solo, this one is for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-do-you-build-a-guitar-solo Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
Should I learn the CAGED system? - 059
February 13, 2019 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBToday, I unlock the CAGED. The CAGED system. I talk about what it is, my opinions on it, and how you can make the CAGED system work for you. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/should-i-learn-the-caged-system Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
Listener Q&A #2 - 058
February 06, 2019 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBToday, we answer your questions on our second listener Q&A. The questions cover strong and weak beats, determining the key of a song, amp sim software, the dreaded F chord, and moving from electric to acoustic guitar. I'm very excited to be joined by (the Play Guitar Facebook Group Moderator) Chris Ward! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/listener-qa-2 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
The Basics Of Playing A Chord Melody On Guitar - 057
January 30, 2019 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBToday, I present the basics of playing a Jazz chord melody on guitar, and how it relates to fingerstyle. (And, it’s the one year anniversary of the show!) Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-basics-of-playing-a-chord-melody-on-guitar Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
What's The Best Way To Learn Songs? - 056
January 23, 2019 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBToday, I take some well needed time to answer this very common question: "What’s the best way to learn songs?" Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/whats-the-best-way-to-learn-songs Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
Helping The "Career" Beginner Guitarist - 055
January 16, 2019 08:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBHelping The "Career" Beginner Guitarist. Getting stuck at the beginner stage can last for a really long time. Today, I help you break that cycle and move up to the next level. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/helping-the-career-beginner-guitarist Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
GUITAR 30 CHALLENGE! - 054
January 09, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBIt’s my GUITAR 30 CHALLENGE! Take this 30 minutes a day for 30 days challenge with me to jumpstart your practicing and get the results you need! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-30-challenge Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
Learning Guitar In 2019 - 053
January 02, 2019 08:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBToday, it’s 2019! I take a look at what’s changed over the past year and how to make the most with your guitar progress for the year to come! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learning-guitar-in-2019 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast
Setting Up Your Guitar - 052
December 26, 2018 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBToday, I share my tips on setting up your guitar. Whether your new guitar isn’t playing right or your old one needs a refresh, it’s not as hard as you think (and you already have most of what you need.) Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/setting-up-your-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Dynamics, Gain, and Volume - 051
December 19, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBToday, I go over dynamics on the electric guitar. From clean to mean I'll talk about getting our dynamics, gain and volume straight! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dynamics-gain-and-volume Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Mixing Major And Minor Pentatonic Scales - 050
December 12, 2018 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBThe HOW and WHY of mixing Major and minor pentatonic scales. This could be your next step towards more complex and interesting solo lines! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/mixing-major-and-minor-pentatonic-scales Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
7 Tips To Make Guitar Practice Fun - 049
December 05, 2018 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBHow do you keep your guitar practice FUN? I’ve got 7 tips for all levels of guitarists to make your practice fun and effective. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/7-tips-to-make-guitar-practice-fun Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
My Guitar Buyers Guide - 048
November 28, 2018 08:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBIt’s guitar buying season! Today, I help you make the right decisions to save you a ton of time, money, and frustration. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/my-guitar-buyers-guide Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
My First Listener Q&A Episode - 047
November 21, 2018 08:00 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBToday, I’m giving thanks! Thanks to you with my first listener Q&A episode! Also, A very special guest! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/my-first-listener-qa-047 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Streamline Your Progress On The Guitar - 046
November 14, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 35 MBToday, It’s all about Progress! Really making progress on the guitar. I go over Exactly what good progress is, what progress feels like on the guitar, average progress for different levels of guitar players, the common hurdles of guitar progress, and streamlining it all with my guitar progress guide. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/streamline-your-progress-on-the-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
The Rhythm In Rhythm Guitar - 045
November 07, 2018 08:00 - 41 minutes - 38.6 MBImproving your rhythm guitar. It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out or you’re an experienced rhythm player there is always room for improvement. Today I show you how! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-rhythm-in-rhythm-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
How To Start Playing Slide Guitar - 044
October 31, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBToday, I introduce slide guitar. I go over what you need to know to add this bluesy technique to your playing. I also go over a very easy way to get started..using standard tuning! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-start-playing-slide-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Intro To Guitar Improvisation - 043
October 23, 2018 13:22 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBToday, it’s my introduction for GUITAR IMPROVISATION! Is this just something only a few are able to do, or is this a skill we can learn and perfect over time? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/intro-to-improvisation Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Different Guitar Tones For Different Styles Of Music
October 17, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBToday, it’s all about finding different gutiar tones for different styles of music. I’m tackling two different styles (Blues and Rock), with two different rigs. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/different-guitar-tones-for-different-styles-of-music Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Ten Minute ULTIMATE Practice Routine
October 10, 2018 07:00 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MBHow do you keep moving forward on the guitar when you are strapped for time? I’ll show you how you can turn ten minutes of your day into a super effective practice routine. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/ten-minute-ultimate-practice-routine Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Licks And Riffs - 040
October 03, 2018 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBLicks And Riffs. Today, it’s all about licks and riffs for the guitar player. I show the importance of and the difference between them and how to use them effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/licks-and-riffs Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Start Playing Advanced Guitar Chords - 039
September 26, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.9 MBToday on episode 39 of the play guitar podcast I take the first step with you toward playing advanced guitar chords. We’ll leave open and bar chords in the dust and start playing something special!Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/start-playing-advanced-guitar-chords Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Set Up Your Perfect Practice Space - 038
September 19, 2018 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBI’m talking today about creating a super effective and fun practice space. I help you create your home base where you can start moving forward with the guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/set-up-your-perfect-guitar-practice-space Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
How To Play Over Minor Chords And Sound AWESOME - 037
September 12, 2018 07:00 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBToday I'm playing solos over minor chords! I show you how and what to play to make you sound awesome! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-play-over-minor-chords-and-sound-awesome Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Getting Back Into Guitar - 036
September 05, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBTodays show is all about getting back into guitar. Here are the most important things to consider when you are starting up again and want to be successful. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-back-into-guitar-036 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
What It Takes To Get Good At Guitar - 035
August 29, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBToday, I talk about the ten things you NEED to get good at guitar. It’s not so hard to do if you take take these important steps to heart. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-it-takes-to-get-good-at-guitar-035 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Cool Sounding Chords - 034
August 22, 2018 07:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBI'm talking about cool chords on today's podcast! Here are some of my favorite chords you can use to spice up your playing and add new textures to your sound. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/cool-sounding-chords-034 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
How To Build Guitar Solos - 033
August 15, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBToday on episode 33 of the Play Guitar Podcast, it's all about building guitar solos. With just a little planning, you can create melodic, memorable solos every time! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-build-guitar-solos-033 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
How To Choose The Right Microphone For Guitar - 032
August 08, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBToday on episode 32 of the play guitar podcast, I'm talking microphones for your guitar! With a little bit of knowledge your rig can sound fabulous with the just the right mic. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-microphone-for-guitar-032 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
What's Holding You Back From Getting Better At The Guitar - 031
August 01, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBToday I answer the question: What's holding you back from getting better at the guitar? It just might be your mindset holding you back. Plus some fun news from this past week! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/whats-holding-you-back-from-getting-better-at-the-guitar-031 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Basic Gig Setup: Single Amp With Pedals - 030
July 25, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 35 MBToday on episode 30 of the play guitar podcast I talk about how to get the most out of the most basic gig setup.. the single amp with pedals. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/basic-gig-setup-single-amp-with-pedals-030 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Jumpstart Your Guitar Playing - 029
July 18, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBToday on episode 29 of the play guitar podcast, I share my 3 tips to jumpstart your guitar playing. Try these out to get your playing back on the right path! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/jumpstart-your-guitar-playing-029 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Funk Guitar Rhythms - 28
July 11, 2018 07:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBToday, I share my favorite exercise for funk rhythm guitar. It’s really fun and will make your rhythm playing super focused and super funky! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/funk-rhythm-guitar-28 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Funk Guitar Chords - 027
July 04, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBToday on episode 27 of the play guitar podcast I get into funk guitar chords! I start with the basic chords and then show you how to make small changes to get big results! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/funk-guitar-chords-027 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Double Stops - 026
June 27, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBIt’s Double Stops, those cool 2 note harmonies that are in so many of our favorite songs. It's easy to use the chords and scales you already know to start playing them. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/double-stops-026 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Learning Legato Guitar - 025
June 20, 2018 07:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBToday I take a look at legato playing. I go through all of the components of this smooth flowing technique, and how to incorporate it in your own playing! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learning-legato-guitar-025 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Speed Up Your Guitar Playing - 024
June 13, 2018 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBToday on episode 24, I talk about speeding up your guitar playing! If you've had a hard time playing faster, this is the show for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/speed-up-your-guitar-playing-024 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Chord Tone Soloing - 023
June 06, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBToday on episode 23 of Play Guitar Podcast, I introduce Chord Tone Soloing! It's a different approach to soloing that could take your guitar playing to the next level! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chord-tone-soloing-023 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Blues Electric Guitar Tone - 022
May 30, 2018 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBOn today's show, I continue my blues mini series by talking about blues electric guitar tone. It's all about what gear to get for great blues tone and tips to use it effectively. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/blues-electric-guitar-tone-022 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Best Blues Chords For Guitar Players - 021
May 23, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBOn today's show, I take a look at the Best Blues Chords For Guitar Players! Having a solid knowledge of the blues is essential. So today I’m going to make sure you know the chords you need to play the blues! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/best-blues-chords-for-guitar-players-021 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Understanding Blues Guitar- 020
May 16, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBOn today's show, I take a look at learning the Blues. Just a little knowledge of how to play Blues guitar can help you in so many different ways! I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/020-understanding-blues-guitar Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Effects Pedals, The Path To Great Guitar Tone: Part 3 - 019
May 09, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBOn today's show, I continue the path to great guitar tone with effects pedals. I look at the different types of effects and tips on what order to put them in. I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/019-effects-pedals-the-path-to-great-guitar-tone-part-3 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Amplifiers, The Path To Great Guitar Tone: Part 2 - 018
May 02, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBOn today's show, I breakdown the basics of guitar amplifiers. Once you understand how classic amps are used for different styles of music, you will be able to make better decisions with your own gear. I also have listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/018-amplifiers-the-path-to-great-guitar-tone-part-2 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
The Path To Great Guitar Tone: Part 1 - 017
April 25, 2018 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBToday, I’m going to start to help players who are unsure of what guitars to use for different styles of music. This is a big topic and there is never an easy answer. But when you take a look at the classic recordings of your favorite style of music, you start to see some similarities in the gear that is used. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/017-the-path-to-great-guitar-tone-part-1 Copyright ©2018 Play Guitar Podcast
Trapped In The Pentatonic Box - 016
April 18, 2018 06:00 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBToday I’m going to share a technique that I use to help guitarists who can’t seem to get past playing pentatonic scales. You know there are different sounds. You can hear them. You want to play them. But, it always seems that you just keep going back to the pentatonic over and over again. This easy approach may be just what's needed to open up new ideas in your guitar playing! Also, I have some listener feedback. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/016-trapped-in-the-penta...