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“I Don’t Always Select Things Based on My Comfort Zone”: Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy and Nels Cline Talk Guitar Tone and Songwriting
By Art Thompson published
The alt-rock luminaries discuss the impact of guitar tone and alternate tunings on the creative process
"Albums Are Still Our Art Form... They Are What We Are Going to Leave Behind”: David Crosby on His Epic Recording Legacy
By Jimmy Leslie published
The acoustic legend delivers guitar insights into his classic period and final album, 'For Free'
The Songwriting and Guitar Playing Genius of Chris Cornell
By Vinnie DeMasi last updated
As Soundgarden's 'Badmotorfinger' turn 30 this year we take a close look at the inspirational guitar techniques of one of alternative rock’s leading talents.
Writing and Recording Acoustic Rock, Part 2
By Jimmy Leslie last updated
How revelations with tuning, guitars and friends inspired the Spirit Hustler track “Circlin’ the Sun.”
Watch Jimmy Page’s “Kashmir” Acoustic Demonstration
By Rod Brakes published
Video Get inspired by this hypnotic riff and explore the alternative realm of DADGAD tuning.
Acoustic Blues Musings, Part 3: Open Roots Tuning Tips
By Jimmy Leslie last updated
These essential tunings are the keys to slide blues success.
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