Shad’s Guitar Show

On this episode, we discuss my favorite genre of Jazz, Soul Jazz. I'd say it's a styler of jazz for players who don't like (or understand) jazz. It blends blues, soul, gospel and bebop into a wonderful, funky stew. Check out the Spotify playlist attached for some great examples! Let's dive in...   Soul Jazz Playlist

On this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of the Fender Jaguar

On this episode, we discuss what makes us covet vintage guitars. 

On this episode, we dive into the Klon Centaur  story. We'll discuss the man behind the myth, Bill Finnegan, and his intention behind the pedal as well as it's rise to mythical status and the effect of the pedal community in the years since 1994 when it was first unveiled. 

On this episode we discuss the recent rise in serious guitar players who play exclusively (or almost) at home. We'll discuss the pre-internet guitar playing landscape vs. modern technology based playing. 

On this episode we discuss Geddy & Alex's decision to tour as Rush with new drummer Anika Nilles. Also, we discuss legacy artists and whether or not they should still be performing past their prime. 

On this episode we explore some best practices for anyone aspiring to get into the world of gear demos. 

Let's discuss the Fender Jazzmaster. Arguably Leo's first failure. But since it's huge miss with its intended audience, it's gone on to find a home in the hands of many players who love the little quirks that make the design so special. Join me for a dive into the Jazzmaster!

On this episode we discuss the king of the surf guitar, Mr. Dick Dale. We'll talk about his early days, the sound he pioneered and the gear he help innovate to get it! Click the playlist link below to hear a few examples of Dale's extraordinary playing!   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0vPxfloSoyUFkFUkyRiaYy?si=1da6376e8cb4402d

On this episode, we discuss some neck specs that we're generally told we shouldn't like but may find out we actually DO! 

Today I want to offer some thoughts on the dangers of comparison to Social Media guitar players we all follow and perhaps a different way we can approach digesting this content. 

Join me as we take a look at SRV's "First Wife" the #1 Strat. Maybe the most iconic Strat of all-time? I think a case could be made for that. Click the link below for the spotify playlist I've curated for this episode!   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4oMVhydH0NHDH9LWWXhcPu?si=107aa0deea6542f8

On this episode, we take a brief dive into one of the most legendary Les Pauls of all time. Neil Young's Old Black! We'll discuss it origin and the many modifications he's made to it over the decades.    Check out this Spotify playlist of tracks featuring Old Black   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3yFByHPIJdusawGmNxJyeo?si=9a2764f8be49468b

On this episode we discuss the string gauge preferences of some of the most famous players. Comment and let me know what brand and gauge you prefer!

On this episode, we discuss some key player's who helped the Fender Stratocaster take off and have kept it alive and at the forefront of guitar playing over the decades.    Check out this Spotify playlist of killer Strat tunes   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3pIA2YJBogIZAgjTxlhAFR?si=8a11b672e70f49ff

On this episode we discuss the differences between Gibson & Fenders trademarks. We'll also dive into the recent Gibson vs. Dean lawsuit and discuss the outcome. 

On this episode we discuss comparing ourselves to other players. While it can be a bad thing, it can also motivate us to push ourselves to another level if we put in the work and eliminate some of the distractions that keep us stuck. 

On this episode, we discuss the evolution of country guitar playing. From the early pioneers to the modern day purveyors of the country sound as well as the gear that has defined the genre. Take a listen to the Spotify playlist below for examples of the evolution of country guitar!   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GskNTGFjQAgGsYM50nvxg?si=5c23d69b6b17414a

On this episode, we discuss the the legendary #0001 Strat owned by the even more legendary guitarist, David Gilmour. 

On this episode, we discuss the magical 80's pop rock guitar tone. We will explore the studio players, the gear and some musical examples of why we are experiencing a resurgence in interest in this unique sound.  Here's a link to a Spotify list of 80's songs I reference in the episode:   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OaVAww594htZpvYgYx0nU?si=118c40ce231a40fc      

On this mini-episode, I ask the question, "what is the most versatile guitar?" Comment and let me know your thoughts!

On this episode we explore the pioneers of electric lead guitar. We'll discuss a few highly influential players from the early days of electric guitar and I'll share a few tracks you should check out to get a feel for earliest electric lead guitar recordings.

On this episode, I want to discuss vintage guitars. For many of us, it's a dream to own the same guitar our heroes played, but for younger players, they may be aspiring to own the guitars of their heroes that don't fall into the vintage camp. Do we still care about vintage guitars?

On this mini-episode, I ask the question, "would you want a huge guitar collection?" Comment and let me know your thoughts!

On this episode we dive into what makes Brazilian Rosewood so special... assuming you believe there's anything special about it.