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There are countless guitarists out there who were first inspired to pick up their instrument after listening to a certain song that made them fall in love with the sound of a guitar. These songs ultimately shape our style as we learn them in order to better understand and absorb the magic that caught our attention in the first place. But it's not...

There's just something about a power trio – a group consisting of nothing more than drums, bass, and guitar – that really gets to the heart of what makes rock and roll great. The meat and potatoes of the music world, a power trio works with the fundamentals and doesn’t have the benefit of extra instruments to spice up their repertoire. While it might seem like a handicap at first glance, it usually leads to a more exciting performance style and often at very high volumes (the perfect recipe for great rock and roll). And unlike groups with several members, a three-person band has room for far more improvisation and creativity since they are free from the need for detailed arrangements that songs with several instruments often require. Some of the best bands in music have been power trios! Today, we're taking a look at a few of our favorites. Continue reading →

We’ve all met that person. It might even be you – that budding rookie musician who picks up the guitar for the first time with high hopes of one day shredding like the masters only to put it down a few months later because of all the frustration that comes with learning how to play a new instrument. Many of those early frustrations are usually caused by few all too common mistakes. By correcting these common mistakes and playing with patience and plenty of dedication, you'll make your guitar journey a lot more fruitful and enjoyable.   Continue reading →

In 2004, Stevie Ray Vaughan's iconic 1964 Stratocaster "Lenny" was sold at auction for an astounding $623,500. While that is definitely a huge amount of money, that's not even enough for it to crack the top ten most expensive guitars (it lands at number 11). Below, we gathered up every ax sold at auction that managed to go for more, some for much more! And it comes as no surprise that each of these was owned at one time or another by some of the biggest names in rock and roll history.  Continue reading →

While Fender is best known for their legendary electric guitars and basses, the company is no stranger to the world of acoustics, offering everything from a wide array of various ukulele models to the excellent entry level FA-100 and more. Today, we're taking a look at the CD-60, a dreadnought sized acoustic guitar that offers Fender's classic design aesthetics with quality construction, made to deliver great performance at a great price. While the CD-60 certainly won't replace your Martin or Taylor, the combination of price, build and sound quality make this the perfect "camp fire" guitar, an acoustic you won't be afraid to bring along on trips or a buddy's house. Continue reading →