The Blues Guitar Show

In this episode we are holding the BGS end of year awards as voted for by you!  Categories are:  Guitarist of the year Album of the year  Guest of the year Brand of the year  Happy New Year everyone and see you next time! Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I take you through a fun jazzy 12-bar using triad shapes and partial chords.  Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I talk you through how to actually practice your fingerpicking. We break it down into three areas  1. Finger independence  2. Syncopation & Rhythm #. Basslines and Melody Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I'm talking all about the masters of the acoustic blues, we look at some of the history, styles and players that I believe deserve one of the top spots in the style.  Agree? Leave me a review and let me know!  Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I'm taking you through some really cool Bluegrass licks designed to help build up some of that speed, improe your acoustic flatpicking & work on playing licks from chord shapes.  Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I'm taking you through some really cool Rock and Roll double stops all the way from the 50's - Think Chuck Berry, John Lee Hooker & Hubert Sumlin!  Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

Today I've selected some of your questions to answer in this episode, please do keep them coming, Ben@thebluesguitarshow.com is my email address.  We cover tone, 7th chords, fingerpicking routines & more in this one. Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/M...

In this episode I'm back talkin' triads with one of my favourite hacks for learning the fretbaord. This was a huge lightbulb moment for me and it's something I take all my students through. Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I'm talking you through my top 5 tips for how to effectively learn guitar online in 2024. I give advice on resources, approaches, how to stay accountable and how to stick with your goals. Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the show To become a MEMBER and get a...

 “James Oliver is regarded as one of the finest players of the next generation.” -Jersey Evening Post James Oliver is one of the UK’s busiest acts playing over 300 gigs a year all over the UK, Europe, and the USA! He has performed over 3000 gigs and shared the stage with many acts including Albert Lee, Bill Kirchen, Deke Leonard, Greg Koch, Walter Trout, Steve Gibbons, Billy Bremner, Geraint Watki...

IN this episode we look over 5 pentatonic licks that are designed to make you a better lead player. Head to the drive folder to download this weeks TABS; https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz?usp=drive_link Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I'm giving you my honest thoughts on Claptons new record 'Meanwhile'  Let me know what you thought of it.  Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

In this episode I'm talking about double stops! These are super good fun and a great addition to your soloing guitarsenal Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzz...

Today I'm taking you through my top 3 open G slide licks for learning delta blues technique. So tune down to a sexy open G - slap on a slide and get crackin' Enjoy. Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the show Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Y...

Today I'm taking you through my top 5 British blues riffs! Some of these are for beginners and others more tricky but all of them are absolute bangers and I even sneak a 6th in there too.  Enjoy. Become a plus member now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the show Support the show To become a MEMBER...

Today I'm talking with a great up and coming blues player from the U.K - Thomas Heppell  From the vibrant South Coast of the UK to stages across the nation, join Thomas as he crafts the next chapter in UK blues. With a style encapsulating the heart of Blues, the energy of Rock & Roll, and the sophistication of Jazz (sometimes if you're lucky), Thomas can command a solo stage or drive...

Today I'm covering THE acoustic blues technique. Weather it's hill country, delta style or ragtime this is a fundamental technique to learn. I give you 3 exercises to practice this awesome fingerpicking style. Let me know what you though of the ep by sending the show a text. Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the Show. Support the show To...

In this episode I list my top 10 Hill Country Blues artists (with clips) from R.L Burnside to Jessie May this one is not to miss!  Let me know what you though of the list by sending the show a text. Download the Triad Method: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/the-triad-method/ Support the Show. To get your hands on THE TRIAD METHOD: https://thebluesguitarshow.com/product/the-triad-method/ Become a Bl...

In this episode I'm taking you through some of the lessons I learned form being at music school. This was in response to a question sent in from Steve in Dallas.  Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe

This is a great 'hack' for playing better improvisations using the minor pentatonic scale. We start with a chord shape - build the scale off it and move it to different areas of the neck to open up our lick possibilities.  Head to the folder for the tab and backing track downloads.https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_WwAzYBpLKQBRAz942uqQb4u-C3PcvYz?usp=drive_link Support the show To...

In this episode we're looking at playing some solo 'back porch' style blues. This style is great for working on your timing, rhythm and fretboard knowledge.  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 Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access t...

Today I'm taking you through a Rolling Stones classic. Wild Horses, This song is in open G tuning so DGDGBD from top to bottom.  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 Support the show T...

Today we are tackling all things slide. I take you through my top 5 tips for getting into playing slide guitar! 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 Support the show To become a MEMBER and get access to over 2 Years of guitar lessons for just $5/Month head to ht...

Fingerpicking! One of my favourite things to teach. Today I'm covering my top 3 exercises for practicing fingerpicking for blues players. Grab that acoustic and let's goooo 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...

In todays episode I'm taking you through the iconic solo for Take it Easy by The Eagles. It's a super fun solos to play and is chocked full of reusable major pentatonic 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...