Play Guitar Podcast

► "Guide to Clean Sounding Chords" free download here : https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide Are your chords being played as clean as possible? Have you had hand or wrist issues when playing chords? Today, I talk about how much hand strength you need and about a type of exercise that can help these problems. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-hand-strength-and-fle...

► "Guide to Clean Sounding Chords" free download here : https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide Are your chords being played as clean as possible? Today I fix the two biggest chord playing problems and give you the steps to take to play them great, every time! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/problems-playing-chords-108 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

► "Get Your Blues Soloing Under Control" free video course here: http://www.freeblueslesson.com How do you know when enough is enough? When does practicing the same thing over and over start to have diminishing returns? Today, I go over three big signs to look out for that you might be over practicing, and a new way to practice to fix this situation. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.co...

Sometimes old problems never get addressed! Today I'm going to help career beginners get past their most common issue: Strumming and Rhythm.  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/strumming-problems-106 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Just a quick episode today to wish you a happy new year and to work out why it's so difficult to stay on a practice routine. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/happy-new-year-105 Copyright ©2020 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I share the most common problem areas I've found from frustrated students. Backtracking a bit in these areas can help make 2020 your most productive guitar year yet! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/take-a-step-backward-to-start-moving-forward-104 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

The ways we learn guitar may change, but the best way to get solid reliable, results will never change. Today, I show you the three benefits you can bring to your guitar playing from following a time tested process.... The Roadmap. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-benefits-of-using-a-roadmap-103 Copyright ©201...

Guitar accessories...getting extra stuff for your guitar. Today I'm going over what you need, what you don't and what to consider for the three big stages of guitar playing.   Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/what-guitar-accessories-do-you-really-need-102 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Are you stuck in practicing mode? Do your solos sound like you're practicing scale patterns. Today I unpack a very common problem to help a founding member of the academy. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/moving-from-practicing-scales-to-making-melodies-101

If you could name the one single biggest breakthrough in your guitar playing, what would it be? Today I go over the biggest turning point in my own playing and show you why it could be for yours as well. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/the-big-turning-point-in-your-guitar-playing-100 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I compare three computer based amplifier software to get the best sounds with low effort. They are: Bias Amp 2, Scuffham S-gear 2, and Overloud TH3. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-amp-software-shoot-out-099 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Do you remember the excitement of first learning guitar? Has that changed for you as you've progressed? Today I look back at the beginner's mind and try to use it to make your playing (no matter what level you are) more fulfilling. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/staying-in-touch-with-the-beginner-s-mind-098 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Are you ready for a big change? Sometimes it takes drastic measures to pull yourself out of a playing rut. Today, I'm outlining the process that I'm putting into place to transform my own guitar playing…Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/change-your-guitar-playing-in-5-steps-097 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Are you frustrated that the way you want to sound and the way you actually sound are very different? Today I'm going over the three main areas to focus on to get new fresh ideas into your guitar playing. Practice space checklist: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/practice Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/bringing-fresh-ideas-into-your-playing-096 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Ac...

Faster and smoother lead lines! If you've been struggling with playing fast, it might not be your technique that's holding you back. Today, I will introduce a different system for scale patterns that is guaranteed to speed up your playing Get the scal es: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/3nps   Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/3-notes-per-string-scales-3nps-095 Copyright ©201...

Dealing with the negative parts of learning guitar is something you don't hear about much. But, when you finally get fed up and deal with the negativity head on, very positive things start to happen. Subscribe on YouTube :  https://www.youtube.com/playguitaracademy Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/getting-positive-about-your-playing-094 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Have you ever felt that your hands were out of sync? Are your notes cut off or do you play a note and hear only a click? Let's fix this once and for all. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blo g/helping-your-hands-work-together-093  Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Buying a guitar amplifier can test your nerves. Just hoping that the amp will sound good can be a risky business. Today, I will talk about what to look for in an amp and a special announcement. Get your FREE download "Guide to Clear Sounding Chords"  at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide   Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/which-guitar-amp-should-i-buy-092 Copyright...

Although we use chords and scales all of the time, not understanding the way they work together can be the thing that's holding us back. Join me today as I give an overview on the relationship between chords and scales. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/chords-and-scales-091 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

How's your practicing going? I hope good, but if you are like the rest of us, it can be a real challenge staying in a good practice routine. Today, I help you make a practice schedule that's easy to stick with and the perfect fit for you! Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/guitar-practice-schedule-090 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Academy

Today, I'm taking you to a place you may not be ready to deal with... Your own playing. Ooh I know it sounds scary but the sooner we get past some things the sooner we can build even stronger skills on the guitar. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dialing-in-a-marshall-dsl-50-088  Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

Today, I'm cranking up my trusty Marshall DSL 50 and I'll show the process of getting all of your basic gig tones from this relatively inexpensive but awesome workhorse amplifier. Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dialing-in-a-marshall-dsl-50-088 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's episode, I answer these great questions: How do you key down for vocals?, Any tips for playing blues turnarounds?, Can you help me with bracing?, How do you dial in a Fender amp? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/keying-down-for-vocals-blues-turnarounds-bracing-fender-amp-demo-087 Copyright ©2019 Play Guitar Podcast

On today's episode, I went over the tones from the Tech21 Fly Rig 5, and answered the question: How do you know what notes to use when tapping?  Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/fly-rig-5-demo-notes-to-use-with-tapping-086 Copyright ©2019

On today's episode, I answer these great questions: What is a twelve string guitar?, Are power chords Major or minor?, What's the best quality Fender Stratocaster for the money?, What's the best electric for those who like the feel of acoustic guitars?, What are Pedal tones? Show notes at: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/12-string-power-chords-strats-electrics-similar-to-acoustics-pedal-ton...