While there are many musicians that start learning the guitar at an early age, there are also many excellent guitar players who start out in their 30s, 40s and even 50s. Some even start later, and manage to do an amazing job anyway. It’s not always right to start playing as a child, and learning […]
It’s Never Too Late to Learn Guitar Read Post »
Brian May has always been my guitar hero. He’s the reason I first picked up the guitar and I admire his work greatly. Any devout Brian May fans, look away NOW! This is an article I’ve really struggled with. This is, after all, Brian May, one of the most talented, influential, and innovative guitarists that
Brian May: Back to the Light? Read Post »
Selling guitars has always been a bit of a melancholic experience for me. Like saying goodbye to a faithful friend, or passing over a pet to a new, loving owner. But this time was a little different… Maybe it’s because I’m getting older and have more stuff to deal with, maybe it’s because I’m getting
5 surprising benefits of selling guitars Read Post »
A band is a perfect formula for musicians and showmen. Your drummer is the backbone of the band, holding everything together. Alongside the drummer is the bassist who functions as the base (bass?) of the rhythm section. From there, all of the other instruments can flow around the beat and groove to create your perfect
How to be the Best Frontman/Woman in your Band Read Post »
We’ve all been in failed band projects. If you haven’t yet, or you’re new to the game… chin up! Bands come and go. Never stop playing. Whether you’re in a cover band or an original band, there are plenty of challenges to overcome. In most cases, the more band members you have the more complicated
Why Bands Are Tough Read Post »
After many years away from the world’s most iconic electric guitar brand, my son was gifted a 20th Anniversary Squier Affinity Stratocaster. It would be rude not to at least set it up for him wouldn’t it? I’ve covered the topic of the Fender Stratocaster quite often on these pages, and in fact, had it
Falling in love with the Stratocaster (again) Read Post »
Surely every beginner or more experienced musician has wondered about his or her own style. The desire for individuality and identity is understandable, but is it possible to create your own “style” of music from scratch? The question is ambiguous because everything has already been invented in one way or another, because none of the
How to find your own style of music Read Post »
The Yamaha Pacifica 112J. A Fender Stratocaster copy? An upgrade? or something completely different? What I’m reviewing here is my 1997 Yamaha Pacifica 112J (as opposed to the later 112v model). Originally this guitar was billed as a Squier Stratocaster killer, featuring solid body-woods as opposed to the rumoured plywood Squiers of that time. Features
Yamaha Pacifica 112J Electric Guitar Review Read Post »
You may have noticed I’ve started to republish old blog posts for a number of reasons which could be invaluable to other bloggers. So, my 5 reasons to republish old blog posts are: 1. My writing has improved I’ve started blogging 6 years ago and I’ve learned a lot in that time, which. sadly, isn’t
5 reasons to Republish old Blog Posts Read Post »
