T-Bone Walker

T-Bone Walker

Posted by Drew in Blues Who's Who on 16. Apr, 2008 | 3 Comments

Long before Freddie King, Albert Collins, Billy Gibbons and Stevie Ray Vaughan made the lone star state a hot spot for Blues, Aaron Thibeaux “T-Bone” Walker held the distinction of being the king of the electric Blues guitar in Texas. In addition to influencing all of these musicians, his music is said to have inspired [...]

Jimmy Reed

Jimmy Reed

Posted by Drew in Blues Who's Who on 15. Apr, 2008 | 0 Comments

During the 50’s and 60’s, few Blues artists enjoyed as much success as Jimmy Reed. His laid back shuffle and simple arrangements made for a style that was both accessible and distinctive. These very traits also make Reed an excellent source of material for up and coming Blues players! His songs are widely known [...]

The Movable Major Triad – “E Shape”

The Movable Major Triad – “E Shape”

Posted by Drew in Blues Basics on 14. Apr, 2008 | 0 Comments

Tried and true? Yes. Boring? Maybe, but the trusty old “E shape” movable major triad is an indispensable tool in any guitarist’s toolbox; one that can save you when you’d otherwise be lost in the woods. This grip will serve you well for Blues, Folk, Rock, and Country music.
The thing that makes movable chord [...]


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    I've been playing the guitar ever since I was 17 years old, when, upon hearing a local Cleveland DJ refer to an Allman Brothers tune as "real gone blues," my life -- and views on music -- changed forever. Since then, I've played in bands, practiced, jammed with friends in college, practiced, dragged my guitar across the country, and practiced. I need to practice more.

    This site is a musician's journal; but also a reference for other guitarists who are interested in getting better on their instrument. I'll primarily focus on practical stuff as it pertains to jamming with other musicians, playing in bands, expanding your blues vocabulary, and even talking a little theory.

    I hope you find something of value here. Thanks for stopping by...