Episodes

  • Episode #228 Why You Should Be Listening to Hubert Sumlin!
    May 12 2025

    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.

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    14 mins
  • Episode #227 Why You're Not Getting Better at Guitar
    May 5 2025

    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!


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    20 mins
  • Episode #226 Is TONE really all in the Fingers?
    Apr 28 2025

    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.

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    22 mins
  • Episode #225 Using CAGED for Blues
    Apr 21 2025

    In this episode I'm talking you through how to effectively used CAGED to play more interesting 12 bar blues.

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    12 mins
  • Episode #224 Fundamental Music Theory for Blues Players
    Apr 14 2025

    In this episode we talk through a no nonsense approach to music theory and the need-to-know info for playing effective blues guitar.

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    19 mins
  • Episode #223 The Music Industry is Broken! (Rant)
    Apr 7 2025

    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.

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    29 mins
  • Episode #222 What's The Deal With Lightnin' Hopkins?
    Mar 31 2025

    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.

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    14 mins
  • Episode #221 Strat VS Tele (Sound Test)
    Mar 24 2025

    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.

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    11 mins