▶▶ FREE guide Clear Sounding Chords - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide Ever wonder why your chords sound clean one day and like a mess the next? This 5-minute fix will show you exactly what's going wrong—and how to fix it for good. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/why-do-chords-work-one-day-fail-the-next-five-minute-fix-422 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick videos, Monthly masterc...
Jun 25, 2025•4 min•Season 1Ep. 422
▶▶ FREE Practice Space Checklist - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice-space If your pinky starts hurting during guitar practice, you’re not alone — it’s a common issue for players working on stretches, control, or speed. In this 5-Minute Fix, I’ll show you one simple adjustment that can relieve the strain and help you play more comfortably. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-practice-hurting-your-pinky-try-this-5-minute-fix-421 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY ...
Jun 18, 2025•4 min•Season 1Ep. 421
▶▶ FREE Practice Space Checklist - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice-space Struggling to stay motivated with guitar practice when life gets hectic? In this 5-Minute Fix, I’ll show you how to stay consistent and inspired — even with just a few minutes a day. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-do-i-increase-my-motivation-to-practice-every-day-5-minute-fix-420 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from al...
Jun 11, 2025•5 min•Season 1Ep. 420
▶▶ FREE Practice Space Checklist - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice-space Struggling to make real progress with your guitar practice? In this 5-Minute Fix, I share a simple 3-part routine that helps you stay consistent, focused, and motivated — even if you only have 20 minutes a day. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-s-a-practice-routine-that-actually-works-5-minute-fix-419 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guit...
Jun 04, 2025•5 min•Season 1Ep. 419
▶▶ FREE Blues Soloing Course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Ever wonder how Jeff Beck made just one bend sound better than a whole solo? In this episode, I explore what made his playing so tasteful—and how trying to capture that same emotional feel is reshaping my approach to guitar. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/would-you-like-to-play-like-jeff-beck-418 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar p...
May 28, 2025•18 min•Season 1Ep. 418
▶▶To take your own solos to the next level, grab my free course Blues Solo Breakthrough—it’ll help you play with purpose and confidence, one step at a time. - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough In this episode, I’m finishing the solo I started in Part 1—this half brings in everything from legato and tremolo picking to bluesy bends and suspended arpeggios. If you want to see how a solo comes together with drama, energy, and attitude, this is it. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- h...
May 21, 2025•10 min•Season 1Ep. 417
▶▶ FREE Absolute Beginner's Guide to Guitar - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/absolutebeginnersguidetoguitar If you’ve been chasing speed but still feel like your playing isn’t landing right, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about why solid rhythm—not flashy speed—is the real secret to sounding like a pro. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/why-good-rhythm-is-more-important-than-speed-416 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and ...
May 14, 2025•18 min•Season 1Ep. 416
▶▶ FREE Absolute Beginner Guitar Course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/absolutebeginnersguidetoguitar Too busy to practice guitar? Learn my Triple F Framework and start making real progress in just 30 minutes a day—no stress, no guesswork. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/too-busy-to-practice-30-minutes-to-real-progress-415 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick videos, Monthly masterclasses,...
May 07, 2025•11 min•Season 1Ep. 415
▶▶ FREE Beginner Guitar Course → https://www.playguitaracademy.com/absolutebeginnersguidetoguitar I wasn’t planning to make this episode… but while filming a lesson for my new beginner course, I started thinking about string names—and it led me down the Guitar String rabbit hole. SHOW NOTES - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/i-didn-t-plan-to-make-this-episode-about-guitar-strings-414-2 https://www.fender.com/articles/setup/standard-tuning-how-eadgbe-came-to-be PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY – Instant...
Apr 23, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 414
▶▶ FREE Beginner Guitar Course https://www.playguitaracademy.com/absolutebeginnersguidetoguitar Career Beginner Guitarists struggle to make any progress despite practicing for years and years. Today, I share the three most common Career Beginner mistakes and how to turn them around for your success. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/avoid-these-common-career-beginner-mistakes-413 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro fi...
Apr 16, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 413
▶▶ Absolute Beginners Guide to Guitar - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/absolutebeginnersguidetoguitar Reset your Progress with this episode that's all about why you've been struggling and what to do about it. Lee helps you line up your goals correctly for the fastest progress you can get. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-real-answer-to-why-you-ve-been-struggling-412 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files fr...
Apr 09, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 412
▶▶ FREE Beginner Guitar Course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/absolutebeginnersguidetoguitar Feeling unsure every time you pick up the guitar? In this episode, I’ll show you how to stop second-guessing and finally start playing with confidence — no matter how long you’ve been at it. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/start-playing-guitar-with-confidence-411 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lic...
Apr 02, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 411
▶▶ Your Next Step - Blues Elevation Toolkit - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blues-elevation-toolkit-coming-soon Most blues players get stuck chasing licks, but real progress comes from mastering a soloing system. In this episode, you’ll learn the key stages to confident, expressive soloing that makes you sound like you. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-use-the-blues-mastery-lessons-to-level-up-your-playing-410 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to ...
Mar 26, 2025•21 min•Season 1Ep. 410
▶▶ FREE Blues Solo Course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Blues isn’t just a style—it’s the secret to playing with confidence and expression! If you feel stuck running scales but not making real music, this episode will show you how blues can set you free. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learning-the-blues-guitar-freedom-409 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick videos,...
Mar 19, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 409
▶▶ FREE Blues Solo Course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Great solos don’t just ramble—they tell a story that grabs the listener’s attention. In this episode, I’ll break down how to build a solo with direction, emoti
Mar 12, 2025•18 min•Season 1Ep. 408
▶▶ FREE Blues Soloing Course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough If you’re ready to take your blues playing beyond the basics, this episode is for you! I’m breaking down advanced techniques—like chromatic passing tones, double-stops, and dynamic phrasing—to help you sound more expressive and pro-level in your solos. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/breaking-down-advanced-blues-techniques-407 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs...
Mar 05, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 407
▶▶ FREE BLUES Soloing Course - "Blues Solo Breakthrough" https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Stepping into your first blues jam can be nerve-wracking, but with the right approach, you’ll sound like you belong from the first note. In this episode, I’m breaking down five key steps to help you fit in, play with confidence, and leave a great impression. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/5-steps-to-sound-great-at-your-first-blues-jam-406 PLAY GUIT...
Feb 26, 2025•21 min•Season 1Ep. 406
▶▶ Blues Solo Breakthrough - FREE Soloing Course: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Struggling with confidence in your blues solos? In this episode, I’ll show you how to go from hesitant, weak playing to strong, intentional solos in just 30 days. With a step-by-step plan, you’ll unlock the mindset and techniques that make great improvisers stand out. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/building-confidence-with-improvised-solos-405 PLAY GUITAR...
Feb 19, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 405
▶▶ Blues Solo Breakthrough - FREE Soloing Course: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough You're practicing, learning new licks, and still not improving—why? In this episode, I’ll show you the real reason you’re stuck and how to break through to the next level. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/here-s-why-you-re-stuck-and-how-to-fix-it-404 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick vide...
Feb 12, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 404
▶▶ Blues Solo Breakthrough - FREE Soloing Course: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Most guitarists focus too much on notes and not enough on expression. In this episode, I reveal the secret to expressive solos and why dynamics, phrasing, and space make all the difference. LESSON VIDEO - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmVEHQ34sCw SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-secret-to-expressive-solos-that-most-guitarists-ignore-403 PLAY GUITAR AC...
Feb 05, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 403
▶▶ Blues Solo Breakthrough - FREE Soloing Course: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough You know the 12-bar blues form, but are you actually using it in your solos? Today, I’ll break down how to shape your solos around the changes so they feel intentional, bluesy, and powerful. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/master-the-12-bar-blues-3-soloing-secrets-every-guitarist-should-know-402 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tra...
Jan 29, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 402
▶▶ Blues Solo Breakthrough - FREE Soloing Course: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough What makes a blues solo truly iconic? Today, we’re diving into some legendary solos to uncover the techniques and ideas that make them unforgettable. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/analyzing-iconic-blues-solos-what-makes-them-great-401 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick videos, Monthly m...
Jan 22, 2025•15 min•Season 1Ep. 401
▶▶ FREE Blues Lead Guitar Course - Blues Solo Breakthrough - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Unlocking the fretboard doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode, discover how one simple scale pattern can serve as a skeleton for navigating the entire neck, and learn how to adapt it for blues, country, rock, and more! SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-best-way-to-unlock-the-fretboard-400 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the t...
Jan 15, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 400
▶▶ Blues Solo Breakthrough - FREE email course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Learn the secrets to achieving smooth, controlled string bends that make your guitar solos sing. This lesson breaks down techniques to master bends with accuracy and emotion, perfect for blues and beyond! SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/blues-guitar-deep-dive-master-bending-notes-399 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guit...
Jan 08, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 399
▶▶ Blues Solo Breakthrough email course - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/bluessolobreakthrough Unlock the foundation of blues guitar with these 3 essential scales. Learn how to use them to create expressive solos and connect with the roots of blues music! THIS WEEK'S LESSON - https://youtu.be/GCJX2Xuke9Q SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-foundations-of-blues-lead-guitar-398 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro f...
Jan 01, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 398
Join me as I explore my new Line6 HX Effects, dialing in some incredible tones right out of the box. Whether you're curious about its capabilities or just love hearing fresh guitar sounds, this quick dive has something for everyone! See Lee play with Vintage ReVamp at the Friar Tuck (in Clermont, FL) on Dec. 27th at 7 pm! - https://vintagerevamp.band/ SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/line6-hx-effects-my-first-tones-397 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to th...
Dec 25, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 397
▶▶ Membership Will Change Your Playing Forever! - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/membership Watch the lesson video - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/5-game-changing-guitar-warm-ups-to-kickstart-your-practice Tired of warm-ups feeling like a chore? Learn how to transform your warm-up routine into a powerhouse for building real guitar skills! SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/warm-ups-can-change-your-entire-guitar-journey-396 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instan...
Dec 18, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 396
▶▶ Cyber Week Bundles for Beginners, Next-Level, and Coaching: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/store Classic Episode - Intervals - an Easy Exercise! Learn to hear and play all of the different intervals with this simple exercise! SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/one-from-the-vault-intervals-395 DRONE NOTE PLAYLIST - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3WNVOl-akd1bJhLqt9kKBBD7KpxP0qXr PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and gu...
Dec 11, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 395
▶▶ Cyber Week Bundles for Beginners, Next-Level, and Coaching: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/store How much success have you had mixing licks with rhythm guitar? In this episode, I’ll share my favorite tips for beginners to seamlessly blend blues chords and scales into fantastic solos. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/tips-on-mixing-licks-and-chords-394 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick v...
Dec 04, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 394
▶▶ FREE Big 4 scale pattern worksheet https://www.playguitaracademy.com/big_four_scale_worksheet Struggling to turn your licks into a full solo? Learn how to connect them seamlessly and create solos that sound polished and musical every time. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-build-a-guitar-solo-with-licks-step-by-step-393 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick videos, Monthly masterclasses,...
Nov 27, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 393
