Mike will show you this song in a made easy format with simplified chords and straight forward strumming. In order to play along in the key of the recording, we'll use a capo at the 3rd fret and use open chords with a basic strumming pattern. This song uses a capo, open chords, dynamics, and a steady strumming pattern.

We’ve arranged this song in a made easy format for acoustic guitar with simplified chords and strumming. If you’re up for a challenge, we’ve also included a bonus lesson to learn how to play the song with a boogie diad approach. This song uses open 7th chords, the 12 bar blues form, and a steady strumming pattern.

Mike will show you how to play along with this modern pop hit in a made easy format with simplified open and barre chords, straight forward strumming and dynamics.

We’ll teach this song in a Made Easy format, with open chords and a simplified strumming pattern. This song uses open chords, a simple strumming pattern, and dynamics. We

“Hey Joe” as made famous by Jimi Hendrix is a 60s rock classic with plenty of raw energy, powered by a simple chord progression. We’ve arranged this song in a made easy format for acoustic guitar with simplified chords and strumming.

This rock classic features a swaggering groove and anthemic riffing. This is an acoustic Made Easy version of the song. Any guitar, acoustic or electric, is suitable to play this tune. This song uses open chords, strumming and muting techniques, and dynamics.

Mike will show you how to play a made easy version of this classic rock song. He also includes a bonus lesson that expands upon the open chords to include some suspended chord extensions that is a hallmark of the Stones sound.

This tutorial is an acoustic Made Easy version of the iconic classic rock tune. Any guitar, acoustic or electric, is suitable to play this tune. This song uses open chords and barre chords, a simple strumming approach, and dynamics.

Mike will show you this song in a Made Easy format, breaking down the progression to open chord shapes with a capo, and a simple strumming pattern.

Mike will show you this classic early rock tune based on R&B and the blues. This tutorial is beginner level using an acoustic guitar, but any guitar is suitable to learn the song this way. All the parts are adapted to simple open chords, and add an easy strumming pattern.

We’ve arranged this 12 bar blues classic in a made easy format for acoustic guitar with simplified chords and strumming. If you’re up for a challenge, we’ve also included a bonus lesson to learn how to play the song with a boogie diad approach. This song uses open 7th chords, the 12 bar blues form, and a steady strumming pattern.

Mike will show you how to use an acoustic guitar to strum along with the band in a made easy format. He'll cover open chords and barre chords, a simple strumming pattern, and dynamics.

There’s no guitar part in the original version of this song, so we’re going to use an acoustic guitar to strum along with the band in a made easy format. We’ll outline the simple chord progression in C major and have fun doing it! We are also including a bonus lesson that shows how to mimic the piano intro riff on guitar. This song uses open chords and barre chords, a simple strumming pattern, and dynamics.

Mike will show you the single guitar layer taught in this arrangement. Any acoustic or electric guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial that uses open chords and barre chords, dynamics, and steady strumming approaches.

Mike has arranged this song in a made easy format for acoustic guitar with simplified chords and strumming. If you’re up for a challenge, we’ve also included a bonus lesson to learn how to play the song with an 8th note triplet swing rhythm. This song uses open 7th chords, the 12 bar blues form, dynamics and a steady strumming pattern.

Mike will show you how to play along with this song in a made easy format with simplified chords and straight forward strumming. If you're up for a challenge, we'll learn a few of the cool synth parts on guitar in a bonus lesson.

Mike will show you the made easy acoustic part arranged for this classic blues song. If you’re up for a challenge, there is a bonus lesson to learn how to play the song with an 8th note triplet swing rhythm, as well as play the riff melody heard throughout the tune. This song uses open 7th chords, the 12 bar blues form, and a steady strumming pattern.

We’ll learn this song in a Made Easy format, with open chords and a simplified strumming pattern. In order to use open chords, we’ll need a capo placed on the 3rd fret. This song uses open chords, a 3/4 feel, a simple strumming pattern, and dynamics.

This tutorial is a made easy version of the iconic Beatles tune arranged for acoustic guitar. This song uses open chords, a simple strum pattern, and dynamics.

In this tutorial, Mike Olekshy will teach a made easy version of "More Than A Feeling", as made famous by Boston. Mike has made an easy arrangement of this classic rock tune using an acoustic guitar, basic strumming and mostly open chords. There is also a bonus lesson teaching the iconic acoustic intro that kicks off the song!

Mike will show you how to adapt this song for acoustic guitar and learn it in a made easy format with simplified chords and strumming. Any acoustic or electric guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial. This song uses barre and open chords, dynamics, and a steady strumming pattern.

Mike will show you a beginner approach to play along with the band using some simplified chords and straight ahead strumming. The tune uses an iconic riff throughout the verse, and we'll simplify the riff using a straight ahead chord progression.

We’ve arranged this song in a made easy format for acoustic guitar with simplified chords and strumming. Any acoustic or electric guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial. This song uses open 7th chords, the 12 bar blues form, and an 1/8th note triplet swing strumming pattern.

Mike will show you this tune in a made easy format with some simplified chord shapes and an easy strumming pattern.

These Perfect chords and tabs have been modified into a simpler arrangement that use open chords and an easy strumming pattern. You can play this song with any acoustic guitar and we even have the Perfect lyrics for you to sing along with! Learn how to play Perfect by Ed Sheeran.

These Perfect chords and tabs have been modified into a simpler arrangement that use open chords and an easy strumming pattern. You can play this song with any acoustic guitar and we even have the Perfect lyrics for you to sing along with! Learn how to play Perfect by Ed Sheeran.

Mike will teach this tune with a beginner approach using a made easy acoustic guitar part to strum along with the band. The song uses a standard blues form. It features a 12 bar verse section that gets played over and over throughout the arrangement.

Mike will show you how any acoustic guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial. To play this song using easier open chord shapes, you'll need a capo placed at the 3rd fret. If you're up for a challenge, we've included a bonus lesson that teaches the song without a capo using barre chords.

This is an acoustic Made Easy version of a 90s pop rock classic. Any guitar, acoustic or electric, is suitable to play this tune. This song uses open chords, a simple strumming approach, and dynamics.

Mike will show you the single acoustic guitar layer that accompanies the 5-part harmony vocals. We'll learn this song in a Made Easy format, breaking down the progression to open chord shapes and a simple strumming pattern.

This southern rock song featuring one chord simple progression throughout and an arrangement with a strong dynamic arc is arranged to be played on acoustic guitar is a Made Easy version. We are also including a bonus lesson that shows how to work on your 8th note strums by playing through this song. This song uses open chords, a simple strumming pattern, and dynamics.

Mike will show you this iconic rock tune in a made easy format with some simplified chords and straight ahead strumming.

Mike will show you how to play this modern R&B pop ballad that we'll learn on acoustic in a made easy style with open and barre chords and a simple strumming pattern.

Mike will show you how to play this modern R&B pop ballad that we'll learn on acoustic in a made easy style with open and barre chords and a simple strumming pattern.

We’ve arranged this classic blues song in a made easy format for acoustic guitar with simplified chords and strumming. If you’re up for a challenge, we’ve also included a bonus lesson to learn how to play the song with a boogie diad approach. This song uses open 7th chords, the 12 bar blues form, and a steady strumming pattern.

Mike will show you this modern pop ballad using open and barre chords and a simple strumming pattern. We're also including a bonus lesson that shows a few advanced approaches to make the parts sound more like the original recording.

Mike will show you this modern pop ballad using open and barre chords and a simple strumming pattern. We're also including a bonus lesson that shows a few advanced approaches to make the parts sound more like the original recording.

Mike will show you this tune with a beginner approach using some simplified chords and straight ahead strumming. The song opens with a simple chord progression that provides the foundation of the tune. The chorus is anthemic with some huge riffing on some open chords.

Mike will show you all 3 clean electric guitars. There are distinctive riffs an iconic hook and bonus guitar layer that appears in the outro to mimic the "dive bomb" bass overdub heard in the original recording.

Mike will show you the one electric guitar layer in this tune that uses a classic 60s massive fuzz tone to play loud and proud rhythms and riffs throughout. In the following lessons, he'll talk about power chords and open chords, bending, and some high energy rock riffing.

There are 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that strums the progressions throughout. Guitar 2 is a light crunch electric guitar that adds additional rhythm guitar and slide embellishments. This song uses a 6/8 feel, steady acoustic strumming, slide guitar, dynamics, and pedal steel inspired licks.

In this set of country lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach "A Better Man", by Clint Black. Mike will introduce this #1 modern country hit, then talk about gear and tone before breaking down the acoustic parts in the intro, chorus, and verse. The electric main riff and the licks and fills for the verses and choruses follow that. Then it's time to do a play along and single guitar performance, and end with a "guitar karaoke" jam along.

There is 1 clean electric guitar that plays the rhythm guitar and fills throughout the song. This song uses major, minor and seventh chords, R&B style embellishments, dynamics, and a 6/8 feel.

Mike will show you how to play this classic singer-songwriter folk tune that features a strummed acoustic guitar throughout. Any acoustic guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial. Tune your guitar to dropped-D tuning. This song uses a dropped tuning, open chords, and a swinging waltz strum groove.

Mike will show you how to adapt this song for acoustic guitar and learn it a made easy format with simplified chords and strumming. Any acoustic or electric guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial. In order to play along to the key of the recording, we'll use a capo at the 4th fret to enable the use of open chords. This song uses a capo, open chords, dynamics, and a steady strumming pattern.

Mike will show you the 2 acoustic guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 provides the foundation of the tune with fingerpicked and strummed progressions. Guitar 2 adds some ornamental single note fills throughout.

This early 90s grunge classic that features one electric guitar playing rhythm riffs and a simple lead. The guitar uses a clean sound up to the solo, then switches to an overdriven tone for the rest of the tune. This song uses open chords and power chords, a solid strummed approach, and some simple pentatonic based leads.

In these country guitar lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you the hit "Achy Breaky Heart", by Billy Ray Cyrus. After an introduction to the song and a look at the gear and tones, Mike will get into the rhythms for guitar's 1 and 2. Then we're on to the lead licks, then the main hook, then the leads for verse 2 and chorus 3. Next we have more leads in the outro, and we'll end with a full performance, a single guitar performance, and a jam along.

Mike will show you the 2 acoustic guitar layers in this song digging into slide riffs and chord strums. Any acoustic guitar can be used for this tutorial, but one with a brighter tone will cut through the band mix better. A slide is also needed to play some of the parts in this tune.

In this tutorial, Mike Olekshy will help you learn "Again", as made famous by Flyleaf. You'll learn about the tones and FX settings, the whammy effect part, the intro and chorus crunch guitars, the double stops and single note lines and variations used, and the bridge power chords. We'll tie it up and put a bow on it with a full performance play along.

Mike will show you the single acoustic guitar part in this classic singer-songwriter folk tune. Any acoustic or electric guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial. This song uses open chords and barre chords, a consistent, steady strumming pattern, and dynamics.

Mike will show you all 3 guitar layers. Guitar 1 is a clean and twangy electric guitar that plays the rhythm and riffs in the tune. Guitar 2 is an acoustic guitar that strums the chord progression throughout, and even picks some cool arpeggiations later in the song. Guitar 3 is the lead electric guitar that takes a solo and digs into some great lead fills throughout.

In this set of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "All My Ex's Live in Texas", by George Strait. After a song introduction and a look at the gear and tones, Mike will break down the acoustic parts for the intro and re-intro, the chorus, the verse, and the outro. Then we'll learn the electric parts for the same sections before we do a play along performance, single guitar performance, and a jam along.

Learn the All of Me chords arranged for the acoustic guitar. All of Me by John Legend is a great tune that only requires a capo on the first fret. The All of Me lyrics are right next to the chords so playing and singing along is super easy.

Mike will show you the single electric guitar layer that alternates between clean and crunch while playing the rhythm parts throughout.

In this set of six song lessons, we'll examine the simple, catchy, fun "power pop punk" song "All The Small Things" as made famous by Blink-182. We'll take you through the power chords used throughout the song, the elements of the verses, the octaves used in the chorus, the bridge breakdown, and then rock it out with a play along!

Mike will show you the 3 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean electric guitar that plays some arpeggiated riffs, while Guitar 2 is a crunch rhythm guitar digging into power chords. Guitar 3 is the lead guitar that plays a melodic solo and fills. This song uses chord arpeggiation, open chords and power chords, palm muting, dynamics, and some textbook 80s rock lead guitar approaches.

Mike will show you the 2 acoustic guitar layers. Guitar 1 is the main guitar part that drives the tune with fingerpicked arpeggiations and barre chord strums. Guitar 2 plays some exotic sounding licks in the verse sections.

In this tutorial, Mike Olekshy will teach "Always On My Mind", as made famous by Willie Nelson. Mike will introduce the song then dig right into the intro; then into the verse chords and strumming. We'll examine the chorus chords next, then learn bridge before we take on the guitar solo. We'll do a full performance, then a single guitar performance; we'll cap it all off with a "guitar karaoke" jam along.

In these eleven videos, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Amarillo By Morning", by George Strait. Mike will talk about the song and the gear and tones, then break down the acoustic intro chords and strumming. From there it's on to the main progression and into the key change. We'll look at the main fiddle melody next, then there's two arpeggio lessons and the lead fills that lead us to the play along performance. Finally, you'll jam along with the backing track.

Mike will show you the 3 clean electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays a repeated riff that uses a unique filter effect. Guitar 2 adds some reggae influenced rhythm guitar approaches, and Guitar 3 plays melodies and fills with plenty of echo. This song uses staccato strums on offbeats, triads, octaves, double stops, and creative use of effects in an arrangement.

In this song tutorial, Mike Olekshy will teach you "American Girl", by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Mike will introduce this classic and discuss the gear and tones, then show you how the 2 guitars play the intro section. After that, we're on to the verse and the chorus guitar parts. We'll look at the bridge next, then the outro licks. You'll play along with Mike in a full performance, then there's a 1 guitar performance, and lastly the jam along.

In this set of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "American Woman", by The Guess Who. Mike will talk a bit about the song and the tone and tuning first, then dive into the bluesy acoustic intro. The we're off into the electric parts in the main body of the tune, starting with the classic verse riff. You'll then learn the lead melodic motif, followed by two guitar solos. We'll close out by doing a play along performance, then you take over in the jam along.

In these eleven lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Animal", by Neon Trees. Mike will lay out an overview of the song then talk about the gear and tones,; then he'll break down the melodic main riff of the song and it's harmonies. Then it's on to the chorus, and the next verse that uses double stops and a single note motif. Then we'll examine the bridge and the slide solo in the outro, followed by the full performance and the jam along.

Mike will show you this country classic that features a solid acoustic and electric rhythm groove and some textbook country licks. There is an acoustic guitar that alternates between only two chords with a solid strumming groove. A clean electric guitar with a flanger and another electric guitar that adds some great leads and fills.

In this series of song lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Awake", by Godsmack. Mike will tune you into the gear and tones here, then get straight into the intro and chorus riff. Mike will then get into the other various riffs, followed by the bridge and bridge modulation. Next up is the wah solo, and we'll take it out with a performance and a jam along.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that lays down a smooth strumming layer that forms the rhythmic and harmonic foundation of the tune. Guitar 2 is a clean electric guitar that adds some great supporting parts in the way of tasty fills, lead solos, and chord strums.

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitar layers in this tune. Guitar 1 plays the main riff and leads with a slightly overdriven tone drenched in tremolo for a swampy texture. Guitar 2 is a rhythm guitar that plays the progression throughout.

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some blistering licks throughout. The arrangement features an iconic riff that becomes the verse. There's also a grooving chorus section, solo, and interlude that features a double time boogie riff. In the following lessons, we'll talk about open position power chords, syncopation, and some killer rock lead approaches. We are in the key of E minor, with a 4/4 time signature, at a tempo of 92 BPM.

This song features one acoustic guitar tuned a full step down from standard tuning. Any acoustic guitar can be used to play this song. This song uses open and barre chords, chord arpeggiation, 3/4 time, and dynamics.

Mike will show you the two overdriven electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is the main rhythm guitar playing riffs and chords throughout the tune. Guitar 2 plays the fills and solo.

There are 2 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is the main electric guitar that plays both rhythm and lead, while Guitar 2 strums the progressions throughout. This song uses open and barre chords, steady strum approaches with an 8th note swing, hybrid picking, and lead guitar based on chord shapes.

Mike will show you the 3 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean electric guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout. Guitar 2 is a slide electric guitar that weaves in and out throughout the arrangement. Guitar 3 is a clean electric guitar that plays a few tasty leads in the tune.

Mike will show you all the parts of this iconic classic rock tune from the loud bluesy-rock riff, the muted boogie riffing and rocking groove in the chorus to the lead soloing throughout!

Mike will show you the 4 guitars in this song. Guitars 1 & 2 are electric guitars that flesh out the first half of the song with rich chord progressions, riffs, and licks. Guitar 3 is an acoustic guitar that drives the second half of the song with simple chord progressions and steady strumming. Guitar 4 is a slide guitar that adds some country-ish fills to the arrangement. this song uses extended chords, diad riffing, steady acoustic strumming with open and barre chords, slide guitar approaches, and dynamics.

There are 3 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays the bombastic rhythms throughout. Guitar 2 is a chorused clean guitar heard in the verses, and Guitar 3 is the lead guitar that digs into some killer leads and fills.

In these 10 lessons we'll break down the classic 70s rocker "Barracuda", made famous by Heart. You'll learn the main hook riff, the sections of the song form, and the solo... plus some really cool guitar tricks like pick slides and whammy bar dives, the flanger effect on guitar, the use of harmonics as single note melodies and chord support, and some odd meters along with some very interesting variations in rhythms and riffing.

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitar layers in this tune. Guitar 1 is the crunch rhythm guitar that strums a simple progression throughout. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that lays into some Chuck Berry influenced licks.

Mike will show you the 2 heavy crunch guitar layers in this tune. Guitar 1 plays through the whole arrangement while Guitar 2 adds some harmonized melodies to the song that uses palm muting, power chords, triads, harmonized leads, reggae-ska rhythm approaches, and dynamics.

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is an crunch electric guitar that plays the rhythm riffs throughout. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that adds some great leads to the arrangement. We've also included a bonus lesson to show you what the Acoustic guitar does in the original recording of this tune! This song uses 7th chords and barre chords, syncopated strumming, and aggressive rock lead approaches.

There are 2 clean electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays lower single note lines and chords while Guitar 2 plays upper string melody lines and chord stabs. Both guitars are carefully crafted and interlocking, and stay very active throughout the tune with a mix of staccato chords with quick changes, steady strums, and single note lines connecting the changes and sections. There is a lot to learn in this song from both parts!

There are 2 clean electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays lower single note lines and chords while Guitar 2 plays upper string melody lines and chord stabs. Both guitars are carefully crafted and interlocking, and stay very active throughout the tune with a mix of staccato chords with quick changes, steady strums, and single note lines connecting the changes and sections. There is a lot to learn in this song from both parts!

In this tutorial, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Between Angels and Insects", by Papa Roach. Mike will start with an overview of the song and talk about the gear and tones. The first playing lessons will look at the main riff and second intro guitar, then we'll into the riffs in the verse and chorus. We'll look at the second verse melody next, then the bridge and outro octaves. Last is a play along performance, then you take over in the jam along.

Mike will show you the dropped-D tuning used in this tune that features some great power riffing and a cool guitar solo. There is a thick crunch guitar laying out some powerful riffing, another clean guitar layer that adds a sparkly arpeggiation. As well as a third guitar that rips a killer lead.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean electric guitar that gives the tune its bounce. Guitar 2 is an acoustic guitar that strums to keep a steady groove. A capo is placed on the 2nd fret of the acoustic to play this song.

Mike will show both guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is the rhythm guitar that holds down the foundation of the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that plays some tasty licks throughout, adding plenty of interest and attitude.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar parts in this song. The guitar is barely heard in the mix, so we will use 2 guitar parts to play through this song. Guitar 1 will play the chord progression, while Guitar 2 will play the iconic string melody. This song uses open chords, a steady strum approach, and single note riffing.

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a rhythm guitar that lays down a steady foundation for the tune. Guitar 2 is an effected crunch guitar that adds a melodic layer to the tune.

There is just one slightly overdriven electric guitar in this song strumming aggressive rhythm riffs throughout. In the following lessons, we’ll talk about power chords, aggressive strumming approaches, and ska influenced upstroke rhythms. We are in the key of E, with a 4/4 time signature, at a tempo of 152 BPM.

Mike will show you the strummed acoustic guitar in this song. Any acoustic or electric guitar is suitable to play along with this tutorial. Place a capo on the 7th fret. This song uses a capo, open chords, cut time, walking bass notes, and a boom chick strum approach.

Mike will show you the 2 crunch electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is the rhythm guitar playing killer riffs and chords throughout, while Guitar 2 is the lead guitar scorching through some textbook high octane bluesy rock solos and fills.

This song tutorial will guide you through all the steps to learning "Bound For The Floor", as recorded by Local H in 1996. Mike Olekshy will discuss the tones and tuning, then teach you the intro/verse riff of the song. Then it's on to the chorus with the same progression but different dynamics. Mike will then show you the bridge rhythm and leads, and finish things off with a full performance play-along.

In this series of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Breakdown", by Tom Petty. Mike will introduce the song, then talk about gear and tone. He'll launch into the intro and main lick, followed by the chorus parts. Next is the solo which restates the main lick, then we have a bonus lesson that shows you the keyboard parts. You'll then do a full performance, then a single guitar performance; then conclude with the jam along.

Mike will show you the 3 electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean guitar that adapts the piano chords in the intro and outro. Guitar 2 is the main rhythm guitar used throughout, while Guitar 3 adds some melodic octaves in the final chorus. This song uses dynamics, syncopated strumming, palm muting, octaves, and chunky high gain riffing approaches.

Mike will show you the 1 acoustic and 3 electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that uses fingerpicking and strumming. Guitar 2 is an effected electric guitar that adds some harmonics and single strums to the arrangement. Guitar 2 is a lite crunch electric guitar that strums the progressions to help build the dynamic. Guitar 4 is a high gain crunch electric guitar that digs into a melodic solo and the final climactic chorus.

There are 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that strums the progressions throughout. Guitar 2 is a light crunch electric guitar that adds plenty of 16th note pulse with its rhythm approaches. This song uses steady quarter and sixteenth note strumming approaches, barre chords, double stops, and dynamics.

Mike will show you the single electric guitar layer in this song. It features an aggressive intro lick using double stops,, barre chords, two solos, and an aggressive strumming approach.

Mike will show you both electric guitar layers. Guitar 1 plays the main rhythm with that iconic country-ish guitar riff played in open G tuning that gives this song its distinctive sound. Guitar 2 adds to the arrangement with single note fills.

In this extensive set of lessons, Mike Olekshy takes you through all the parts in the classic rock radio staple "Burnin' For You" as made famous by Blue Oyster Cult. Mike will explain the tone and effects used, and the power chord rhythm parts and harmonized motif in the intro plus the lead over the top. He'll then take you through the verse parts: the single note line and the chords that play at the same time. After that comes the pre-chorus and chorus and the licks within, plus the re-intro. You'll also learn the main solo in two parts, and the fills in the outro. The play along with the entire song with our custom backing track!

Mike will show you the 3 acoustic guitar parts in this song. Guitar 1 drives the arrangement by strumming the chord progressions throughout. Guitars 2 and 3 overlap in the solo section for some classically influenced melodies.

In these eight guitar lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach "But It's Alright", as made famous by Huey Lewis and the News. Mike will introduce the song and talk about gear and tone before he dissects the main rhythm riff. Next up is the B section of the tune, then there's a key change and we'll learn both sections up a whole step. We'll cap it all off with a play along performance, then a "guitar karaoke" jam along.

Mike will show you the 3 crunch electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 uses a phase effect and digs into the main rhythms throughout the tune. Guitar 2 adds plenty of bluesy rock fills and a killer solo, while Guitar 3 adds additional rhythm guitar. This song uses power chord riffing, an 8th note triplet groove, and blues/rock soloing approaches.

In this set of lessons. Mike Olekshy will teach "Calling Dr. Love", by Kiss. Mike will give an overview of the lessons then get into the gear and tone before he breaks down the verse riffing. Next up is the chorus riffing for both guitar 1 and 2, then we'll learn the second verse riff. The solo is next, followed by the outro licks. We'll do a full performance and a single guitar performance before we end with a jam along.

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that lays a steady strumming foundation for the tune. Guitar 2 is a light crunch electric guitar that adds some nice fills and simple chord strums to help build the arrangement.

In this series of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Candy", by Iggy Pop. This song is unusual in that there's no outstanding theme riffs or motifs, just straight-ahead rhythm playing. Mike will introduce the song to you then discuss the gear and tones, then launch into the verse rhythm and progression. Next up is the pre-chorus rhythm, building into the arpeggiated chorus part. We'll break down the post chorus rhythm after that, then move on to the play along performance and the jam along.

Mike will show you the guitar in song that uses barre chords and open chords, staccato backbeat strumming, chord arpeggiation, and a cool bluesy lick.

Mike will show you both guitar layers. Guitar 1 is a gritty electric guitar tuned to open G. Guitar 2 is a clean rhythm guitar in the first part of the tune, then transforms into a killer lead guitar in the outro jam section. There's a bonus lesson on how to the play the main riffs in standard tuning.

Mike will show you all the great interweaving parts to this classic tune from steady rhythm chords and riffs to the clean melodic lead.

Mike will show you all the elements of this folk classic. Great acoustic guitar work, a beautiful melody using single notes and harmonized diads, steady 'bass, strum, strum' rhythm guitar.

Mike will show you the 2 clean electric guitar in this song. Guitar 1 strums and arpeggiates the chord progression, while Guitar 2 digs into staccato stabs on the backbeat.

In this tutorial, Mike Olekshy will be teaching you the song "Change (In The House Of Flies)", recorded by Deftones. Mike will discuss the gear and tone, then dive into the various dropped C riffs: the main verse, the chorus, a third riff that appears after the 2nd chorus, the bridge/breakdown, and the outro.

In these ten videos, you'll join Mike Olekshy in learning "Chasm", by Flyleaf. Mike will give you an overview of the song then talk about the gear and tones; then he'll dive into the chorus section. Then we'll look at the interplay between two guitars in the verses; that leads into the pre-chorus and bridge sections and the relationship between the two guitars. Lastly you'll play along with Mike through the song, then jam along on your own to the backing track.

In this set of song lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Cheap Sunglasses", by ZZ Top. Mike will give a song overview and talk about gear and tones, then launch into the main riff followed by the chorus. Next up is the interlude and "dive bombs"; then we're off to solo rhythm part and the 1st two solos and the outro rhythm parts and outro solo. We'll end with a full performance, a single guitar performance, and a jam along.

Mike will show you this 70s rock classic featuring lots of power chords, rowdy leads and plenty of rock 'n' roll attitude.

Mike will show you the one electric guitar layer in this tune that uses a classic 60s massive fuzz tone to play loud and proud rhythms and riffs throughout.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a slightly overdriven electric guitar that strums the chord progressions. Guitar 2 is an electric guitar that adds some textural parts to the arrangement. This song uses barre chords, dynamics, steady 8th note strumming, chord arpeggiation, triads, and some melodic guitar approaches.

Mike will show you all the elements of this barn burner from the boogie based rhythm work, to the Texas shuffle groove to the killer bluesy lead work.

Mike will show you the 5 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that plays the iconic riff in the intro as well as strumming the first 2 verse progressions. Guitar 2 is also an acoustic guitar that adds some arpeggiations in the opening verses. Guitar 3 is a lite-crunch electric rhythm guitar that appears in the third verse to play through the rest of the tune. Guitars 4 and 5 are lead electric guitars that play a harmonized solo.

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays clean arpeggiated riffs and fuzzed out leads. Guitar 2 is a clean guitar that strums chord progression and adds a few textures throughout. This song has double stops and triads, arpeggiation, open and barre chords, dynamics, and aggressive lead guitar approaches.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays clean arpeggiations and crunchy riffs. Guitar 2 is a crunch guitar that strums chord progressions and riffs throughout.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays all the rhythm riffs with a high gain tone. Guitar 2 plays an extra high gain riff in the intro, and a tasty melodic hook with a clean tone throughout.

Mike will show you all the parts to this modern country ballad from the quiet piano intro adapted for acoustic guitar, to the acoustic guitar layer that provides the foundation of the tune, to the electric guitar that adds some crunch and higher dynamic to the arrangement.

This song features an electric guitar playing rhythm throughout the tune, while an acoustic guitar adds a simple part in the funky bridge section. This song uses drop D power chords, steady strum approaches, palm muting, funky riffing, and octaves.

Mike will show you the guitar part in this song that's all about the groove, supporting the singer, and getting people on the dance floor! He'll show you the triads, single note riffs, the backbeat and how the guitar is used in a support role in the arrangement.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean electric guitar that mimics the carol bells that the song title is based upon. Guitar 2 is an acoustic guitar that adds some harp-like arpeggios later in the song.

Mike will show you the 2 clean electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 drives the arrangement by strumming the chord progressions. Guitar 2 is a heavily effected guitar that adds single note riffs and licks throughout. This song uses a boogie strum rhythm approach, single note riffs and licks, and dynamics.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean electric guitar that gives the tune its bounce. Guitar 2 is an acoustic guitar with a capo on the 1st fret that strums to establish the groove.

There are 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that strums the chord progressions throughout. Guitar 2 is a clean electric guitar that adds some country influenced licks and fills all through the song. This song uses open chords, a steady strummed approach, and some textbook country influenced licks.

In this set of song lessons, Mike Olekshy will be teaching you "Desperately Wanting", by Better Than Ezra. Mike will tune you into the tones, then move on to the intro and verse riff. Then Mike will dive into the aggressive chorus part, followed by the bridge in two parts. We'll finish off with the outro of the tune, then a play along performance and a jam along with the guitars muted.

In this set of eight guitar lessons, Mike Olekshy will examine the vibey alt metal tune "Digital Bath", by Deftones. First off is the tones and tuning (in dropped-C). Mike will break down the main riff and second riff for you that occur in the verses and choruses, after which he breaks down the pre-chorus riff and chorus variation. The finale is a full performance play-through, and then a jam along with the guitars removed.

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch guitar that plays rhythm guitar throughout the song. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that digs into some scorching licks in the solo section.

In this series of song lessons, Mike Olekshy will be teaching you "Don't Believe A Word", as made famous by Thin Lizzy. After a synopsis and cluing you into the gear and tones, Mike will dive into the intro and outro lines and the harmony. Then well look at the chords, the riff, and riff harmony in the verse. Then we'll look at the cool chorus riff, go to the solo, and the verse lead and variation. We'll finish with a play along performance and a jam along.

In these lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Don't Do me Like That", by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Mike will introduce the song and look at gear and tones, then break down the rhythms for the verse and chorus. Next are the verse and chorus licks and fills, followed by the bridge rhythm and lick. The 3rd verse fills and the outro licks follow, then the outro rhythm before we do a play along, a 1 guitar version, and a jam along.

In this eleven lesson tutorial, Mike Olekshy will be showing you how to play "Don't Get Me Wrong", as made famous by The Pretenders. This is an unusual song, in that it doesn't have a chorus. Mike will show you the acoustic and electric guitar part for the verses and bridge, and the great melodic solo. He'll also talk about gear and tone, and show you the variations in the rhythm and progression. To bring it to a close, he'll show you the extra guitar in the outro, then play it all in a full performance.

This song tutorial will give you all the parts to "Don't Know What You Got (Till It's Gone)", as made famous by Cinderella. Mike Olekshy will guide you through the gear and tone, the acoustic guitar parts, the electric power "crunch" elements, the chorus arpeggio's, the solo, and then play through the entire song.

In this set of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Don't Stop", by Fleetwood Mac. Mike will open by introducing the song and looking at gear and tones, then you'll learn the fills for the verses and choruses. The guitar solo is up next, then we're on to the piano rhythm parts in the intro, verses, and choruses that are adapted to guitar. We'll do a play along and single guitar performance, then conclude with a "guitar karaoke" jam along.

Mike will show you the single clean electric guitar in this song that dig into a single note riff as well as chord strums and arpeggiations.

Mike will show you the one crunch electric guitar in this song that digs into some killer syncopated riffs. In the following lessons, we’ll talk about power chords, syncopation, dynamics, and muted strums. We are in the key of A, with a 4/4 time signature, at a tempo of 87 BPM.

Mike will show you all the guitar parts to this classic tune. He'll cover single note riffs, harmonized diads, barre chords, and a specific strumming pattern.

Mike will show you the guitar parts in this song, which include rock strumming approaches, catchy single note riffs, dynamics, and chord arpeggiation.

In this set of song lessons, Mike Olekshy will be teaching you "Duck And Run", by 3 Doors Down. After discussing the gear and tones, Mike will show you the cool acoustic guitar intro. That will lead us into the riffs for the verses, choruses, and the re-intro and outro. We'll then look at the bridge of the tune, and the guitar solo; then comes the full performance and a jam along to the backing track!

Mike will show you all the parts to both guitars tuned to an open D tuning. Guitar 1 is the rhythm guitar with a distorted, grinding tone, laying down some boogie diad riffing through the 12 bar progression. Guitar 2 is the lead slide guitar featuring a cleaner tone that stands out in the mix.

In this set of lessons we'll be teaching you the epic rocker "Empire", as made famous by Queensryche. This is a powerful, dynamic, and dramatic tune that features huge power riffs and an explosive guitar solo! We'll examine the tone and gear, the main guitar hook in the song, all the different harmony guitars that occur throughout, the use of double stops and pedal tones, the explosive guitar solo, and much more...and as always, culminating with a play along to a custom backing track!

There is just one electric guitar in this song strumming and arpeggiating the chord progressions throughout. This song uses barre chords, a steady strum pattern, and chord arpeggiation.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is the main clean guitar that plays arpeggios, single note lines & chord stabs throughout. Guitar 2 is an overdriven guitar that blasts some arena sized power chords and a killer outro solo.

There is 1 acoustic and 1 electric guitar in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that plays a fast arpeggiated riff using a different tuning. Guitar 2 is a high gain crunch electric guitar using dropped D tuning to dig into some massive riffs. This song uses arpeggiation, dropped D power chords, octaves, and palm muting.

Mike will show you killer blues licks in BB's distinctive style, a swinging blues feel, and playing in call and response in the 12 bar blues form.

In this tutorial Mike Olekshy will teach you the alt rock hit "Everything To Everyone", by Everclear. Mike's going to take you through the gear and tones, then into the main riff. Then he'll lookk at the different guitars and the variations, along with the slide guitar part. Mike will also get into the breakdown, and a tremolo element; after that he'll finish it all off with a full performance play along.

Mike will show you two guitar players featuring great layering interplay using double stops and triads, palm muting, single note bubble lines, and syncopation.

Mike will show you the 3 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is a clean electric guitar that holds down the foundation with steady muted strums. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that adds some melodic interest throughout. Guitar 3 is an acoustic guitar that adds some cool arpeggio layers and strumming.

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is the rhythm guitar that uses a light crunch sound as well as a heavy high-gain sound, while Guitar 2 is the lead guitar that adds some great melodic motifs to add to the arrangement. This song uses dropped C tuning, dropped tuning chords, swinging strum approaches, palm muting, octaves, and dynamics.

In this song tutorial, Mike Olekshy will be teaching you "False Pretense", by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus. Mike will go over the tones and tuning, then jump into the power chord riffing and octaves. Next we'll break down the verse and the bridge guitars. Mike will then look at the extra noises in the song, and the last double chorus; we'll end with a play along and a jam along.

Mike will show you all 3 guitar layers. Guitar 1 is an electric guitar that plays some great riffs throughout the tune. Guitar 2 is an acoustic guitar that plays a combination of open chords and power chords with steady strumming. Guitar 3 is a lead guitar that digs into some killer country licks.

In this song tutorial we'll learn the hit song "Far From Over" by the New York based band Rev Theory. This is a killer tune in dropped C tuning that incorporates huge power riffing, cool dynamic parts and effects, and a simple but effective melodic guitar solo. We'll explore the layers of production used and analyze the riffs, rhythms, and melodic ideas, all of which are common elements of modern hard rock.

In this set of song lessons, Mike Olekshy will be teaching you "Fat Bottomed Girls", as made famous by Queen. Mike will talk about how to get close to the Brian May tone, then take you into the main riff and verse. Next is a guitar break, the chorus, and another break. Mike will then break down the leads in verse 3, and then look at the outro and outro leads. Last up is the play along performance and the jam along with the backing track.

Mike will show you the one crunch electric guitar layer in this song that digs into some high energy strumming. The arrangement consists of only 2 sections that are repeated throughout.

In these classic rock lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you the Thin Lizzy song "Fighting My Way Back". We'll start out by giving an overview of the lessons and a look at gear and tone; then we'll start rockin' out with the intro riff. Next are the two verse parts followed by the chorus, then the killer solo. We'll break down the bridge and the wah part after that, then move to the full and single guitar performances and the jam along to conclude.

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that strums the chord progressions throughout. Guitar 2 is an electric guitar that adds a pulsing 16th note riff to the second half of the arrangement. This song uses open chords and barre chords, steady strum approaches, and dynamics.

In these seven guitar lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Folsom Prison Blues," by Johnny Cash. Mike will provide an overview of the song, and talk about the gear and different tones. The acoustic boom-chick part will be next, followed by the electric boom-chick part. Mike will then dish out that sweet solo for us. Next comes the play-along performance, and then we'll end with a jam along where you take over.

Mike will show you all 4 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is the main crunch electric guitar that handles the rhythm riffs throughout the tune. Guitar 2 is the lead electric guitar that adds some killer licks and solos. Guitar 3 is also a lead guitar that appears in the reintro to add some tasty sounding harmonization to a killer lick. Finally, Guitar 4 is an acoustic guitar that appears in the interlude section to temporarily inject a country flavor to the arrangement.

Mike will show you both guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a crunch electric guitar tuned one whole step down from standard tuning, playing both rhythm and lead guitar. Guitar 2 is also a crunch electric that plays only rhythm, and is tuned to standard tuning.

Mike will show you this 80s country classic that features an acoustic and electric blend of textbook country guitar playing. He'll cover steady acoustic strumming, chord arpeggiation, climbing chord progressions, dynamics, and some rhythm guitar approaches for country music.

Mike will show you the 3 crunch electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays the rhythm riffs throughout, while Guitars 2 and 3 play a harmonized solo. This song uses power chords, strummed 8th note rhythms, and harmonized leads.

Mike will show you the 2 electric guitar layers. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that drives the tune. Guitar 2 is a clean electric guitar that plays a melodic lead and some simple strums in the outro.

There are 2 clean electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 digs into some R&B style licks and riffs throughout the tune, while Guitar 2 holds down the groove with a low E chord strum. This song uses double stops, hammer-ons, palm muting, and some funky R&B strumming.

In this set of bluegrass song lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach "Get Up John", by Emmylou Harris. After setting up the song and talking about gear and tone, Mike will cover the main strumming rhythm and chorus rhythm on acoustic. Next up is are the mandolin fills adapted to electric: first the intro leads, then the two re-intro leads, then the outro leads. We'll do full and single guitar performances, and end with a jam along.

In this set of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you the hard rockin' song "Gimme All Your Lovin'", by ZZ Top. Mike will give you an overview of the song and discuss the gear and tones; then break down the main riff and the intro lead. Then it's on to the third guitar in the verse and chorus, and the chorus leads. We'll examine the main solo and the supporting rhythm, plus the role of the third guitar. We'll finish up the main lessons with a look at the last chorus lick, the outro solo, and the fade. As always we'll do a play along performance, and then you take over and play with the backing track.

Mike will show you all the rocking parts of this Stones classic. Both guitar layers: the rhythm guitar that combines plucking and picking to give the tune its distinctive sound and the lead guitar that adds another layer of drama with some bluesy-rock based licks.

In this tutorial, Mike Olekshy will be teaching you "Girls And Boys In School", by Neon Trees. After a synopsis of the song, Mike will discuss the gear and tones. Then we'll break down the 16th note single note strumming in the choruses, the single note melody that comes in in the second verse, and the arpeggiations in the bridge. We'll bring class to a close with a play along performance, then we'll mute the guitar and you'll take over as the main player in the jam along.

Mike will show you the single electric guitar layer in this tune that uses a distorted tone to play through the arrangement with barre chords and suspended chords, powerful syncopated strumming, and dynamics.

There are 2 guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 is a light crunch electric guitar that plays riffs and strums chord progressions throughout the tune. Guitar 2 is a clean electric guitar that adds staccato stabs and chord arpeggiations to the arrangement.

In this tutorial Mike Olekshy will teach "Good Year for the Roses", as made famous by Elvis Costello. After introducing the song, Mike will take a look at the verse chords and strumming. You'll learn the song's chorus chords and strumming next, then there's a bonus lesson if you want to learn the pedal steel licks on electric guitar. We'll do a play along performance, then you take over in the jam along.

In this series of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Goodbye To You", as made famous by Scandal. Mike will start with a song overview and a look at the gear and tones, then show you the verse part. Next up is the pre-chorus, then the chorus; then we'll look at all the elements of the lengthy bridge section. We'll cap things off with full and single guitar performances, then the jam along where you play the song by yourself.

Mike will show you the 2 guitars in this song. Guitar 1 is an acoustic guitar that strums the progressions throughout. Guitar 2 is a clean electric guitar that adds backbeat chord stabs and single note melodies to the tune. This song uses open and barre chords, a steady strum approach, backbeat chord stabs, slide guitar, single note riffing, and dynamics.

Mike will show you how to play along with this classic pop ballad with an acoustic guitar part that features: chromatic motion within chords to add dramatic ornamental voice motion, descending bass lines, extended harmony chords and cycle 5 motion.

Mike will show you the 2 guitar parts to play through this song. Guitar 1 will play the iconic single note melodies, while Guitar 2 will play through the chord progression.

In these lessons Mike Olekshy will teach "Guitars, Cadillacs", by Dwight Yoakam. After setting up the song and discussing gear and tone, Mike will break down the intro electric lick. Then it's time to learn the acoustic guitar part that occurs throughout the song; we'll follow that with the fill licks in the verse and chorus. Next up are the solos, then we'll do full and single guitar performances. To conclude, you'll take over in the jam along.

Mike will show you the 3 overdriven electric guitars in this song. Guitar 1 plays the rhythm guitar throughout, while Guitars 2&3 add some leads using a talk box effect. This song uses single note riffing and power chords.

In this set of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Hard Rock Bottom of Your Heart", by by Randy Travis. Mike will introduce the tune and talk about using a capo, then you'll learn the verse chords and strumming. Next is the chorus, followed by the bridge; then you'll learn the outro. You'll learn the melodies in the intro and chorus before doing full and single guitar performances, and finally a "guitar karaoke" jam along.

In this tutorial Mike Olekshy will teach you "Hard To Handle", by The Black Crowes. Mike will introduce the song, then talk about gear and tones. We'll learn the single note intro lick, then get into the two main groove guitar riffs; following that, we'll learn the two interlude parts. Then it's time to break down the main guitar solo and outro solo. We'll end with full and single guitar performances, then you'll take over in the jam along.

Mike will show the two electric guitar layers in this song. Guitar 1 plays a solid and consistent R&B style rhythm with a clean tone. Guitar 2 is the lead guitar adding cool fills and melodies throughout. Since this is essentially just one big R&B dance groove, Guitar 1's parts have to be really locked in with the other instruments for this type of song, since the rhythm and groove is crucial!

Have You Ever Seen the Rain chords are taught here by Mike Olekshy and all you need to learn is an acoustic guitar. Once you learn the simple chord progression and strumming pattern, play along with Have You Ever Seen the Rain lyrics right alongside with the chords.

In this series of lessons, Mike Olekshy will teach you "Heartbreaker", by Pat Benatar. After introducing the song and a look at the gear and tones, Mike will teach you the intro riff. You'll then learn the verse and chorus parts, followed by the re-intro and the bridge. The breakdown hits are next; then the final chorus and outro before you take on the solo. We end with a full performance, a 1 guitar performance, and the jam along.

In this song tutorial, Mike Olekshy will teach the grunge classic "Heart Shaped Box", as made famous by Nirvana. Mike will break down the hooky main riff for you, after talking about the tones. Then he'll teach the heavy distorted chorus part; after that he'll break down the melodic solo. He'll do a full song performance for you to play along with, then we have a video with the backing track only so you can jam with the track!