Grab your guitar and join me in learning the whole of this fantastic Beatles tune. An absolute classic riff and really fun solo to play. This is one I always reccomend my students to learn. Day Tripper " is a song by the English rock band the Beatles that was released as a double A-side single with " We Can Work It Out " in December 1965. The song was written primarily by John Lennon with some contributions from Paul McCartney and was credited to the Lennon–McCartney partnership. Both songs were...
Nov 20, 2023•20 min
Grab your guitar and join me in learning this awesome Rolling Stones Riff. This for me , is one of Keith's best and as the band have released a new album this year, let's revisit one of the classics. " Honky Tonk Women " is a song by the English rock band the Rolling Stones . It was released as a non-album single on 4 July 1969 in the United Kingdom, and a week later in the United States (although a country version called " Country Honk " was later included on the album Let It Bleed ). It topped...
Nov 13, 2023•14 min
In this episode I talk you through the main riff from Eric Clapton's acoustic version of Layla. This is a great riff for practicing your fingerpicking skills and we dive into the mechanics of the riff and a bit of the theory behind it If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on ins...
Nov 06, 2023•15 min
In this episode we go through the Freddie King song 'Hide Away' This tune has a great mix of lead and rhythm guitar that can be a challenge but also a really fun thing to sit and play solo. Hideaway " is a blues guitar instrumental that has become "a standard for countless blues and rock musicians performing today". [1] First recorded in 1960 by Freddie King , the song became a hit on the record charts. It has been interpreted and recorded by numerous blues and other musicians and has been recog...
Oct 30, 2023•14 min
In this episode we go through the Clapton's version of the Freddie King song I'm Tore Down. This one has some awesome lead work and one of blues musics greatest rhythm riffs - it's a blast to play and a must know for any blues jam or gig. English rock musician Eric Clapton recorded "I'm Tore Down" for his 1994 blues tribute album From the Cradle . [3] For his recording, Clapton uses an arrangement close to King's original, including the falsetto vocal phrases and guitar fills. Reprise Records re...
Oct 23, 2023•13 min
In this episode I take you through a cool hill country blues rhythm. This is great for playing any of the classic Hill Country songs (R.L Burnside, Jimmy 'Duck' Holmes etc.) Its a super percussive way of playing but so rewarding once you've got a handle on it. If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguita...
Oct 16, 2023•14 min
I had the pleasure of being at the Welsh Rockabilly Fair weekend. This podcast is a series of reviews and interviews with some of the great bands and players from the weekend. Hopefully this should give you a few new artists to check out and a bit of light guitar-related entertainment! Cheers to the guys there for having me and sorting us out with passes and looking forward to the next one! Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cove...
Oct 11, 2023•24 min
In this episode we go through the Chicago blues classic 'Killing Floor' by Howlin Wolf. "Killing Floor" is a 1964 song by American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist Howlin' Wolf . Called "one of the defining classics of Chicago electric blues ", [1] "Killing Floor" became a blues standard with recordings by various artists. It has been acknowledged by the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame, which noted its popularity among rock as well as blues musicians. English rock group Led Zeppelin adapted t...
Oct 09, 2023•15 min
In this episode I'm addressing one of the questions I get asked the most. I'm going to be talking you through what I feel is the most useful approach to the CAGED system and learning the fretboard in general and shoeing you a cool lick you can start with that uses a shape you already know. If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes...
Oct 02, 2023•14 min
Awesome to chat to Eddie 9v hot off of their European tour with acts like Kingfish, Joe Bonamassa and Blackberry Smoke. Eddie 9V has made a name for himself in the blues scene in the south , wowing all types of audiences with his searing Freddie King-style approach to guitar and his original retro/soul songs. Really enjoyed this chat, hope you do to. Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing be...
Sep 25, 2023•51 min
In this episode I talk you through the main riff from Muddy Waters' classic tune 'I Can't Be Satisfied' We look at how to get your guitar into open G tuning, some slide technique and the main riff itself. If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast...
Sep 18, 2023•13 min
This episode is an absolute education in the history of steel guitars and slide. Martyn (of Washboard Resonators and Leeds City Stompers fame) and Rich Miller (Rich Slide Guitar) are on with me talking about everything steel guitar and slide playing. We talk about guitar history, how they got into playing these amazing instruments, gear recommendations and slide technique. Cheers to both of the guys for coming on, you can find them both on instagram and check out some of their crazy skills. Beco...
Sep 11, 2023•2 hr
In this episode I'm talking country guitar. We look at how to tie chords together using basslines to give us that awesome back porch sound, and we even look at a cool Dwight Y oakam lick as well! If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a s...
Sep 04, 2023•14 min
In this lesson I'm talking about rhythm. We talk about this in both and acoustic and electric context, both for solos and rhythm playing. I hear players all the time who have worked out really cool lines and licks in their playing but they lack that little extra somehting and I believe rhythm is the answer! If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the...
Aug 28, 2023•17 min
Today I'm speaking with Jon Button - One of the worlds best session bass players. Jon has played with a whole host of amazing musicians and artists including Sheryl Crow, Shakira, Robben Ford, Roger Daultry and most recently The Who. It was an absolute pleasure speaking with him and cheers to Jon for giving us some of his time. You can find Jon over on instagram @jonbuttonbass Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcom...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Today I'm chatting with Paul Pigat - A phenomenal musician, sideman and frontman for rockabilly band - Cousin Harley. Hailing from Vancouver BC, Canada, Cousin Harley, can explode like an active volcano, swing like the Basie band and holler like A lonesome hillbilly in the back woods of the Appalachia, all in a single show. This trio has been rocking international audiences for 20 years! Not to be trifled with and not to be missed, folks, this is Cousin Harley!!! Cousin Harley plays a mean guita...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 3 min
In this episode I take you through three solos I think you should learn to become a better player. People always ask me what songs/solos they should be working on so here they are. All of these are fairly accessible for beginner/intermediate players so I'd highly recommend having a go through them. If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming...
Aug 07, 2023•16 min
In this lesson I'm talking you through some exercises that will help with seperating the thumb and fingers to be able to play a constant bass-line and melody notes at the same time and we look at the classic riff from Baby, Please Don't Go. If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me ...
Jul 31, 2023•14 min
Today I talk blues with grammy nominated musician and son of the late, great R.L Burnside - Garry Burnside. We talk about him coming up playing with his Dad and touring with Junior Kimbrough at the age of 12 and hear all about his music and guitar playing. Garry is one of my personal guitar heroes so this was a very cool interview and if you haven't heard this guy shred....Go listen now! Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover i...
Jul 24, 2023•30 min
Today I'm chatting with Todd Roth from the blues band Coming Up Muddy. We talk about gear, cigar box guitars and about his bands gigs and recordings. We had a great chat, you can follow Coming up Muddy on Youtube and Instagram @comingupmuddy Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coff...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Today I'm taking you through one of my favorite Angus Young riffs! I also talk a little bit around the theory and give you this weeks blues news. If you find this stuff useful leave me a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buy...
Jul 17, 2023•15 min
Blues in Britain Magazine say Rich's 'Stunning guitar work is second to none' Rich is a true virtuoso guitarist and we get into all things slide and delta blues as well as chatting about gear, turnings and how to approach slide playing. @richslideguitar on Instagram. Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small ...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 9 min
In this episode of the podcast I chat with the great guitarist, teacher and YouTuber Tim Daley. Tim has a great channel focused on everything blues guitar and in this talk we cover improvisation, caged, soloing and all kinds of cool stuff. Not one to miss! Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr
Today we talk about how I approach learning new songs and guitar solos, we also look at some awesome minor scale licks to throw into our arsenal. Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow Acoustic Blues Guitar Course: https://www.udemy...
Jun 26, 2023•14 min
Today we look at that Chuck Berry lick hes always using. Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow Acoustic Blues Guitar Course: https://www.udemy.com/share/1086SM/ Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of ...
Jun 19, 2023•11 min
Dyer Davis is an American singer / guitarist , who is currently working on his debut album for WildRoots Records. He's spent the last 8 years of his young life as a rock artist, recently departing from the band Rubber Soul Child. Now at 22 he has returned to the music that first inspired him to become a musician. Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on ...
Jun 12, 2023•50 min
Today we look at the classic riff from Smokestack Lightnin'. We look at how to build a tricky finger picking part from the melody and bassline to create this awesome sounding guitar riff. Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow Acous...
Jun 05, 2023•11 min
In this episode I talk to Blues & Rockabilly guitar virtuoso Ruzz Evans from Ruzz Guitar's Blues Revue. Ruzz is a hugely accomplished musician and we catch him just on the cusp of a mammoth US tour. Dates can be found here Ruzz has also been honoured by being officially endorsed by Gretsch Guitars since 2016. He used as the front cover image for UK Rock’n’Roll Magazine with a three page feature on the band and 2020 saw the band receive a two page feature in the 'Blues In Britain' magazine. T...
May 29, 2023•58 min
In this episode I take you through my top 10 acoustic blues albums, I play a bit from each one and talk about why I think it deserves a slot in my top 10. Let me know what your top 10 are by leaving a comment, review or shooting me a message! Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at 'Buy me a cof...
May 22, 2023•41 min
In this episode I talk about the new range of Squier guitars and give some insight into what guitar you should add to your collection. Become a Blues Guitar Show Member: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Shoot me a question to cover in the upcoming episodes by emailing ben@thebluesguitarshow.com Follow me on instagram @bluesguitarshowpodcast Make a small donation at 'Buy me a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bluesguitarshow Acoustic Blues Guitar Course: https://www.udemy.com/share/...
May 15, 2023•25 min
