Guitar Tricks Blog
Posted September 19, 2018
4 Super Fast Songs on Guitar You Must Learn
Playing really tough songs that might be a little bit out of your skill level can teach you valuable techniques on speed picking, fingering, and more. Not only does Guitartricks have a large catalog of Made Easy lessons - simplified versions of songs aimed towards beginners - we have an even larger library of song lessons for the intermediate and advanced guitar player.
Posted September 14, 2018
Jimi Hendrix Electric Ladyland 50th Anniversary Box Set Announced!
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Electric Ladyland, a momentous album from The Jimi Hendrix Experience that included hits such as “Voodoo Chile,” “All Along the Watchtower” and more. The 50th Anniversary box set, which will be released
Posted September 12, 2018
Easy Guitar Tricks to Learn from Songs
Learning techniques and going through a step by step curriculum like the Core Learning System is really great but sometimes it’s especially helpful to step out of the routine and tackle some songs. Thankfully, Guitar Tricks has tons of songs to learn from, ranging from classics like The Beatles and The Eagles.
Posted September 4, 2018
New Country Level 2 Course is Available!
Hi there guitar players! If you didn't notice, we recently updated our Country Style Level 2 course. Anders Mouridsen, guitarist for the Grammy-nominated country singer, Cam, is the instructor. Longtime Guitartricks members already know how great of a teacher Anders is, but if you're new here, you can...
Posted August 29, 2018
5 Famous Guitarists that Played a Gibson Flying V
Read MorePosted August 24, 2018
10 Best Guitar Apps of 2020 for the iPhone and iPad
Read MorePosted August 23, 2018
How to Tap On Guitar for Beginners
Read MorePosted August 21, 2018
5 Funk and Soul Songs You Must Play!
If you've ever heard a funk or soul song, you know that the guitar parts in this genre are some of the most fun to listen to. Guitar players of this style act almost like an extension to the drum and bass, playing along nearly exclusively with the rhythm of the song. Here are some classic funk and soul hits you have to learn right now.
Posted August 9, 2018
New Song Lessons from SRV, Rihanna, Ed Sheeran and More!
Read MorePosted August 3, 2018
Blackstar Artist 10 AE Review
Read MorePosted July 27, 2018
4 Very Original Must-Play Songs from The Beatles
Read MorePosted July 20, 2018
How to Set Up Your New Guitar
So you just got a new guitar. Congrats! You’ve spent some time playing it at the shop, or maybe you like to live more dangerously and you bought a used one online. Regardless of where you found your new baby, it’s good practice to give the instrument a close examination once it’s in your possession. I got a chance to talk to Stephen White, Guitartricks.com’s resident Guitar Tech. Full Access members can pick his brain right here on the forums. I asked Stephen what he does when he gets a new guitar. He
Posted July 16, 2018
Need Some Fresh Guitar Strings?
Picking strings for your electric guitar can be really challenging. Do you look for strings with great tone or tone that lasts and lasts? But hey, why compromise when you don't have to?
Posted June 27, 2018