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Welcome to The Blues Guitar Show! Your free audio guitar teacher, focusing on all things blues guitar, records, rocking music theory and gear. Covering all the genres in the Blues world from Delta to Rockabilly. Each Monday I release an episode packed with information, exercises, songs, licks and interviews with some of the best players around to give you Passion, Practice and Perseverance for your guitar playing journey! I'm a born and raised blues guitarist, studio musician and teacher on a mission to help you master the music you love. Through this chart-topping podcast and interviews with some of the worlds best, our mission is to help dazed and confused blues pickers like you grasp the skills you need to go from ‘campfire’ to on fire. Instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Website: www.thebluesguitarshow.com

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Welcome to The Blues Guitar Show! Your free audio guitar teacher, focusing on all things blues guitar, records, rocking music theory and gear. Covering all the genres in the Blues world from Delta to Rockabilly. Each Monday I release an episode packed with information, exercises, songs, licks and interviews with some of the best players around to give you Passion, Practice and Perseverance for your guitar playing journey! I'm a born and raised blues guitarist, studio musician and teacher on a mission to help you master the music you love. Through this chart-topping podcast and interviews with some of the worlds best, our mission is to help dazed and confused blues pickers like you grasp the skills you need to go from ‘campfire’ to on fire. Instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Website: www.thebluesguitarshow.com

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English

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07015844065


Episodes
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🔒 Lesson #55 Using chords to SOLO

5/2/2024
Subscriber-only episode In this lesson we look at simple, movable chord shapes that we can use for creating solos. Using these techniques you can start soloing along with the chord changes and creating some great-sounding lines. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:13:05

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Episode #174 The T-Bone Walker Style Technique

4/28/2024
In this episode I take you through playing chromatically. This is a technique used in Jazz music and when added to a blues scale it gives you a really cool 'jazzy' flavour to your blues playing. to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the Show.

Duration:00:11:43

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🔒 Lesson #54 Adding Chords Into a 12 Bar

4/25/2024
Subscriber-only episode We are going to build upon last weeks lesson and start looking at chords we can add into our 12-bar sequence to give us some extra 'jazz' and 'spice' to our sound. We look over a few different chords and intervals, where we can add them and why they are useful. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:15:17

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Episode #173 Ashley Sherlock Interview

4/21/2024
Today I'm talking with Ashley Sherlock from the Ashley Sherlock band. Ashley Sherlock is a gritty blues rock guitarist/vocalist from Manchester. Nominated for Young Blues Artist of the Year, his music creates a modern outlook on the sounds of the American deep south with his superb vocal range, catchy melodies and rock/ blues drenched guitar style. Treading the boards as tour support for international artists, The Kris Barras band, The Quireboys and Laurence Jones. The Ashley Sherlock Band has released two critically acclaimed EP’s, that have found favour on popular radio stations including Planet Rock, which has ultimately led to his signing to the highly respected, Ruf Records label, where he joins the roster with hi calibre artists, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Luther Allison and Robin Trower. to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Roots Music Rambler Hear great conversations with the artists behind the music you love, new music and more! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.

Duration:01:08:41

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🔒 Lesson #53 Chord Theory - Essential Barre Chords

4/18/2024
Subscriber-only episode We are going to be looking at taking a deep dive into some chord theory. We'll be looking at how chords are built, where they come from and the essential MUST KNOWS for playing blues. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:13:05

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Episode #172 Albert Collins - Frosty Lead Lesson Breakdown

4/14/2024
In this episode I take you through the lead intro to the song Frosty by Albert Collins. This is a great song to learn to help imrpove your speed and lead licks. to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the Show.

Duration:00:11:19

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🔒 Lesson #52 Major Pentatonic Licks You Can Use

4/11/2024
Subscriber-only episode In this lesson I'm talking you though some cool major pentatonic runs and licks that you can stat using straight away in your blues, country or classic rock jams. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:09:25

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Episode #171 Feedback Guitar Academy - Guitar Teacher Talk

4/7/2024
Today I'm talking with Heath from the Feedback Guitar Academy YouTube channel. Heath is a great teacher and makes videos cover all kinds of great music from delta blues, to hill country and electric blues. We talk about picking hand techniques, studying blues greats, how to approach learning to play these styles and much, much more. You can find Heath's courses at www.feedbackguitaracademy,com or by searching Feedback Guitar Academy on YouTube. to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Roots Music Rambler Hear great conversations with the artists behind the music you love, new music and more! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.

Duration:00:57:47

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🔒 Lesson #51 Minor Pentatonic Standard Tuning Slide Licks

4/4/2024
Subscriber-only episode In this lesson I'm talking you though some awesome sounding licks in standard tuning. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:10:07

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Episode #170 Using Hypnotic Boogie Blues to Fix Your Picking Hand

3/31/2024
How to use droning delta/hill country blues/hypnotic boogie to fix your picking hand rhythm. Using tunes like John Lee Hooker, T Model Ford, Robert Belfour & more to work on your rhythm and hand technique to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the Show.

Duration:00:11:15

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🔒 Lesson #50 Minor Pentatonic Licks You Can Use!

3/28/2024
Subscriber-only episode In this lesson we are covering moveable minor pentatonic licks you can use over a 12 bar. This is building on a bit from last week's lessons on Sunshine Of Your Love in the key of D. But, these licks are really cool and easy to apply to pretty much any blues song. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:11:11

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Episode #169 Ned Evett - the King of the Glass Neck Fretless Guitar

3/24/2024
“Ned Evett is the Master of the Glass-Necked Guitar” -USA TODAY Ned is THE man when it comes to playing fretless guitar and has appeared with artists such as; Leon Russell, George Thorogood, Jonny Lang, Joe Satriani, John Fogerty, Allman Brothers, Robert Cray, Eric Johnson, John Scofield, Adrian Belew, Smashing Pumpkins, Jerry Douglas, Doug Martsch, Mickey and the Motor Cars, Gary US Bonds, Thomas Dolby, Jake Shimabukuro, Tony Furtado. In this episode we talk about him building a guitar for john frusciante, building robots and touring with Joe Satriani and Ned plays us a track from him upcoming album as well, this is one not to miss! to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Roots Music Rambler Hear great conversations with the artists behind the music you love, new music and more! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.

Duration:00:50:35

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🔒 Lesson #49 Sunshine of your Love

3/21/2024
Subscriber-only episode In todays lesson were looking at playing Sunshine of your Love. We look over the main riff, chorus and an overview of the solo. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:11:59

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Episode #168 Chuck Berry Double Stop Licks

3/17/2024
In this episode we are covering the awesome double-stop licks from Chuck Berry's No Particular Place to Go. If you want the TAB for this one make sure you're signed up to my mailing list over at www.thebluesguitarshow.com to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the Show.

Duration:00:12:39

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🔒 Lesson #48 Old Scales, New Tricks

3/14/2024
Subscriber-only episode Today we are looking at our classic minor pentatonic scale, but in a whole new way. This is a scale run you NEED to learn to help your blues improvisations! Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:12:01

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Episode #167 Andrew Wiscombe - From Army Sniper to Award-Winning Songwriter

3/10/2024
In this episode I'm talking with Utah-based songwriter and US Army vet Andrew Wiscombe. A former Army Sniper turned Berklee trained award-winning songwriter, Andrew’s ability to clothe stories, words, and emotions in American roots music has received great praise from fans and critics alike. He has drawn many comparisons to some of the great contemporary songwriters/poets of our time. Wiscombe has shared the stage with the likes of Ray Wylie Hubbard, .38 Special, Mary Gauthier, Julian Lage, Dorothy, The Lil Smokies, Micky and the Motorcars and many others. Whether singing through the eyes of a child, the hands of a hard-working family man (he is a dedicated husband and father of three boys) or through the scope of his sniper rifle, Andrew has a story to share that will resonate with the most human parts of the listener. to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Roots Music Rambler Hear great conversations with the artists behind the music you love, new music and more! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.

Duration:01:01:31

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🔒 Lesson #47 Adding Jazz Chords to a Blues

3/7/2024
Subscriber-only episode IN this lesson we look at one simple shape you can use to add some great-sounding jazz chord substitutions to a 12-bar blues in A. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:11:15

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Episode #166 David & The Devil

3/3/2024
In this episode I'm talking with David & the Devil. I first heard of this guy through Tony Polecastro's Acoustic Tuesday show and his old Charley Hicks moniker. This was an awesome chat and big cheers to Dave for coming on and showing some of his awesome Mule Resonators. to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Roots Music Rambler Hear great conversations with the artists behind the music you love, new music and more! Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.

Duration:02:05:50

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🔒 Lesson #46 The MODES (Mixolydian specifically!) Licks you can use

2/29/2024
Subscriber-only episode In this lesson we are covering one of the most confusing topics of all! The modes! ....Not really but hopefully I make this stuff as need-to-know as possible. We cover the basics of where modes come from, why the mixolydian is good for blues players and how you can start to apply it yourself. Check the folder for this weeks TAB. If you're already a subscriber, grab this episodes TAB here: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/

Duration:00:14:25

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Episode #165 3 Tips For Mastering Your Blues Fingerpicking

2/25/2024
Three tips to help you learn and master acoustic blues fingerpicking. These are three of the things I would do differently if I was to re-approach learning the style. to get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Head over to www.thebluesguitarshow.com to subscribe to the mailing list If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the Show.

Duration:00:19:09