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Episode #225 Using CAGED for Blues
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In this episode I'm talking you through how to effectively used CAGED to play more interesting 12 bar blues.
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
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In this episode I'm talking you through how to effectively used CAGED to play more interesting 12 bar blues.
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
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The Blues Guitar Show

1 Episode #229 The Great Slide Comparison of 2025 16:38
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In this episode I'm lining up my slide collection (or some of it) and giving you a straight side-by-side tone comparison. I talk about different slide materials, makes and sizes, featuring handmade slides like the Diamond Bottle Neck hand-blown glass slide and the Delta Lizard - Delta Howler slide as well as Dunlop slides and the Magslide. Let me know which one you like best ben@thebluesguitarshow.com 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…
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1 Episode #228 Why You Should Be Listening to Hubert Sumlin! 14:01
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In this episode I along with cameos from Keith Richards and Stevie Ray himself are taking a deep dive into Hubert Sumlin, his playing, guitars of choice and influence over the blues and rock world. 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…
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1 Episode #227 Why You're Not Getting Better at Guitar 20:28
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In this episode we talk about the 'how' and 'what' of guitar practice. I lay out how to approach your practicing and what you need to be working on to improve. If you're feeling stuck with your playing at all, this ones for you! 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…
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1 Episode #226 Is TONE really all in the Fingers? 22:28
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In this episode of The Blues Guitar Show Podcast , we dive deep into the world of guitar tone . Is tone really in the fingers, or does your gear play a bigger role? We break down the essential elements— amps, pedals, pickups, and playing techniques —to help you dial in the perfect blues sound. From the warm breakup of Fender Tweed amps to the legendary sustain of a Tube Screamer , we explore how to shape your tone and find your unique voice on the guitar. Whether you're chasing the raw sound of Lightnin’ Hopkins or the smooth sustain of B.B. King , this episode is packed with tips to get you there. 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…
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In this episode I'm talking you through how to effectively used CAGED to play more interesting 12 bar blues. 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
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1 Episode #224 Fundamental Music Theory for Blues Players 18:52
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In this episode we talk through a no nonsense approach to music theory and the need-to-know info for playing effective blues guitar. 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
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1 Episode #223 The Music Industry is Broken! (Rant) 28:49
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In this episode we're taking a bit of a break from things to discuss the modern music industry and why its so messed up. I give a few insider details as to how it all works and why it doesn't. Become a plus member now: 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 https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe…
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1 Episode #222 What's The Deal With Lightnin' Hopkins? 14:12
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In this episode of The Blues Guitar Show , we dive deep into the life, legacy, and unmistakable style of Lightnin’ Hopkins —one of the most influential blues guitarists of all time. From his early days in rural Texas, learning from legends like Blind Lemon Jefferson , to his rise as a prolific recording artist with over 800 songs , Hopkins shaped the sound of Texas blues like no one else. We break down his unique guitar style , his loose, improvisational approach to rhythm , and his signature boogie bass lines that made his playing instantly recognizable. We’ll also explore the tunings and techniques that set him apart, his go-to Gibson acoustics and hollow-body electrics , and how his raw, percussive fingerpicking continues to inspire guitarists today. If you love blues guitar and want to get inside the mind (and fingers) of one of its greatest players, this episode is for you! Tune in, grab your guitar, and get ready to unlock the sound of Lightnin’ Hopkins . 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…
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Can you heqr the difference between a strat and a tele? Are you sure? In this episode we do a direct tone test between my stratocaster and my telecaster to compare and contrast the different tones. 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…
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1 Episode #220 Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band 51:56
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In this episode I sit down with Reverend Peyton of the Big Damn Band. These guys are one of my all time favourite live bands. We catch up with Rev on tour in the U.S and just after releasing their new record 'Honeysuckle' Their new record, Honeysuckle , was released on February 21 and was mixed by six-time Grammy winner Vance Powell (Chris Stapleton, Jack White) . The record features many special guests, including gospel music group The McCrary Sisters , Blues Music Hall of Famer and Grammy-nominated harmonica player Billy Branch , Grammy award-winning and IBMA's 10-time Fiddle Player of the Year Michael Cleveland and Colton Crawford from The Dead South . The band is critically acclaimed by Rolling Stone, Relix, Popmatters, Guitar World, American Songwriter, No Depression, Glide, Wide Open Country, Paste, American Blues Scene and many more! Become a plus member now: 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 https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe…
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1 Episode #219 Learning songs FAST (and how to remember them) 18:55
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Something I have to do a lot in my work is learning long set lists very quickly - sometimes in just days to have them performance ready. Today I'm sharing my method for how to learn songs quickly and effectively. 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…
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1 Episode #218 The GENUIS of Hill Country Blues 11:26
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In this episode I'm talking to you about RHYTHM. Hill Country Blues playing is one of the most rhythmical of all the blues styles. Pioneers like R.L Burnside, Junior Kimborough and others developed this incredible picking hand technique you have to learn. 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…
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1 Episode #217 Which Guitar Shape Is Right For You? 16:02
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In this episode we are virtual guitar shopping ans talking about which guitar shape is the right one for you. 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
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In this episode we are talking through that classic Zep riff Heartbreaker! It's a great blues scale based riff you can start grooving on straight away. 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…
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In this episode I'm reviewing the Vintage VS6 (SG style) guitar. The Vintage VS6 ReIssued Series is a solid body, double cutaway guitar that can turn its hand to anything. Be it rock solid rhythm chords providing the engine room for your sound, drop tunings soaked in fuzz, or soaring lead guitar solos which steal the spotlight, the VS6 will astound you with its versatility and vivid array of diverse tones. 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…
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1 Episode #215 Smokestack Lightnin' - Songs Simplified 9:38
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In this episode I'm doing another 'songs simplified' this time on the classic 1 chord vamp song - Smokestack Lightnin'. This is a blues jam staple and a campfire classic so well worth digging your teeth into. 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…
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In this lesson we take a deep dive into Three O Clock Blues and look at the licks and scales BB is using. 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
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In this episode we're looking into Freddie Kings playing, how he strucrtures his solos, the techniques he uses and how you can use them in your playing. 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…
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In this episode I take you through my 5 essential pedals. These are the ones I use all the time and how I set them up. 1. Compressor Pedal Why it's important: A compressor smooths out the dynamics of your playing by limiting the loudest notes and boosting the quieter ones. It helps create a more consistent sound, adding sustain, punch, and clarity. A great tool for players who want their tone to sound polished and even, especially when fingerpicking or in clean tones. Popular choices: Keeley Compressor, MXR Dyna Comp, Wampler Ego Compressor. 2. Overdrive Pedal Why it's important: An overdrive pedal is key for adding warmth and grit to your tone. Whether you’re looking for classic bluesy smoothness or heavier, more saturated rock tones, overdrive is essential for shaping your distortion and helping you achieve expressive, dynamic playing. Popular choices: Ibanez Tube Screamer, Fulltone OCD, Boss OD-3. 3. Reverb Pedal Why it's important: Reverb creates space and depth by simulating the natural reflections of sound in an environment. Whether you're after subtle room ambiance or lush, expansive reverb tails, this effect is essential for adding dimension to your sound and making your tone feel more alive. Popular choices: Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail, Strymon BigSky, TC Electronic Hall of Fame. 4. Graphic EQ Pedal Why it's important: A graphic EQ pedal gives you control over your tone's frequency response, allowing you to shape your sound by boosting or cutting specific frequency bands. It’s great for fine-tuning your tone, compensating for room acoustics, or dialing in specific sounds for different musical contexts. It also acts as a powerful tool to carve out space in the mix when playing in a band. Popular choices: Boss GE-7, MXR Ten Band EQ, Behringer EQ700. 5. Looper Pedal Why it's important: A looper pedal allows you to record short sections of your playing and loop them in real time, creating layers of sound. This is great for practice, songwriting, or performance, and it enables you to build complex, evolving compositions on the fly. It’s a versatile pedal for solo artists and can be used creatively to add texture, rhythm, or melody to your performance. Popular choices: TC Electronic Ditto, Boss RC-3, Electro-Harmonix 720. Honorable Mention: Delay Pedal Why it’s important: Delay is often used in conjunction with reverb to add depth, space, and rhythmic complexity. While it's not in your top 5, it’s still worth considering for creating ambient soundscapes, rhythmic echo patterns, or lead lines with a sense of movement. Popular choices: Boss DD-7, MXR Carbon Copy, Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail. 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…
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1 Episode #212 Carl Bradychok - Talkin' Rockabilly 49:14
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In this episode I sit down with rockabilly's newest wizard - Carl Bradychok Carl Bradychok is a guitar player and a singer born in Detroit, Michigan in Mars of 1991. He recorded his first CD at only 13 years old. This guitar master paid tribute to Rockabilly big names like Carl Perkins, Eddie Cochran, Elvis Presley, Johnny Burnett. He also had the privilege of working with Jack Scott and Don Rader. Become a plus member now: 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 https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe…
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1 Episode #211 Songs SIMPLIFIED - The Weight - The Band 11:22
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In this episode we are doing the first song 'simplified' where we take a song and learn the core elements that would get you by at a jam session or gig. 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…
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1 Episode #210 New Year! Goal Setting & Practice Routines 16:42
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Happy new year everyone! In this episode we're talking abotu setting goals for 2025, why practice routines don't really work and how you should approach your guitar playing for the next 6 months. 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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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1 Episode #205 You've Gotta Learn These Bluegrass Licks! 9:36
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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…
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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…
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1 Episode #203 Where Does 'Tone' Come From?! Q & A Episode 18:05
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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/Month head to https://www.buzzsprout.com/950998/subscribe…
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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…
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