In any discipline, and in fact at any point in your life, you will inevitably work with people that are difficult in some way. There are...

Let us explore some more questions I have been asked recently. There are some interesting ones this time! What is the difference between...

In the world of music, certain songs become part of the universal language spoken by professional musicians. These songs are called...

As a guitar player, it is imperative that we have a solid grasp of rhythm. This can help us with comping, which is supporting a song with...

The New Wave of British Heavy Metal, or NWOBHM, is a musical movement that originated in the United Kingdom from the 1970s onwards....

Every guitar player knows the importance of keeping their instrument in top shape, but when it comes to setting up an acoustic versus an...

This is a special blog post, and definitely a longer one that you are probably used to reading from myself or Ryan here at The American...

I think it is time for another edition of Unanswered Questions. Here are some questions and, once again, are genuine things that I have...

It has been a good long while since doing one of these, and after the last one I wrote based entirely on Ska music, I thought I would...

When it comes to hybrid instruments, the Fender Bass VI stands out as one of the most intriguing in music history. Is it a bass? Is it a...

This week we have a different set of questions, all things that have been asked or I have thought to myself in the past. Let us jump...

You often hear the term ‘supergroup’, where a band is formed of members famous beforehand. Some examples would be Chickenfoot (Joe...

Creating atmospheric soundscapes on guitar involves crafting rich, immersive tones that transport the listener. Two of the most important...

Guitars—those six-stringed marvels—have gone way beyond just being musical instruments. They've become symbols of rock 'n' roll,...

Detroit, Michigan, also known as "The Motor City," holds a rich musical legacy that spans multiple genres. It is famously the birthplace...

Austin, Texas, has earned its title as the "Live Music Capital of the World," known for its eclectic music scene that embraces genres...

I. City Pop? City pop is a genre of Japanese music that emerged in the late 1970s and gained widespread popularity in the 1980s....

Welcome to the vibrant world of Japanese pop music! J-pop is a genre that seamlessly blends traditional sounds with modern influences,...

The ukulele is a charming and accessible instrument that has found its place in a wide array of musical genres. Whether you're enchanted...

Here are some famous music spots and musicians associated with Nashville, which has produced many talented artists!