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"Beck's Bolero" (Jeff Beck)
Jeff Beck, who turns 76 today, is one of the most innovative electric guitarists alive. His sound is instantly recognizable. In 2009,...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 24, 20201 min read


"I'm Yours" (Jason Mraz)
First of all, a very Happy Birthday to two-time Grammy Award winner Mr. Mraz, who turns 43 today! Jason has penned several hits, but "I'm...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 23, 20201 min read


Do I Need Long Nails to Play Guitar?
Many people thinking of learning to play the guitar ask about nails. Should they be long or short? The short answer is that it depends:...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 22, 20203 min read


Carl's "5 Guitar Albums That Changed Me"
Stanley Clarke - If This Bass Could Only Talk I started playing guitar at 8 and eventually went on to study classical guitar. By the time...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 21, 20202 min read


"The Blues Brothers" turns 40!
40 years ago today, "The Blues Brothers" starring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd was released. It became something of a cult movie and...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 20, 20201 min read


Congratulations, Brian May!
Queen’s Brian May was recently voted Greatest Rock Guitarist of All Time in Total Guitar magazine’s readers' poll. Responding with...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 19, 20201 min read


Happy Birthday, Paul McCartney!
From the Beatles to Wings and his solo career, Paul McCartney is without doubt one of the most successful performers of all time. And he...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 18, 20201 min read


Cop Jams with Teenagers in Compton, LA
When Deputy Miguel Garcia, Jr pulled up, the teenage members of the garage band "Misled Youth" were sure they were in trouble. They...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 17, 20201 min read


Christophe's Album Release Party
To celebrate the release of his new album "Cosmic Lips", Christophe will be performing with his band Momocurly on July 4th at Kakalulu,...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 16, 20201 min read


Happy Birthday Steve!
We can't believe that guitar legend Steve Vai turned 60 this month! Steve's unique playing has been a huge influence for many of our...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 15, 20201 min read


We're back!
After moving online since March 2020, we're delighted to be offering in person lessons again! While our Roppongi, Sendagi and Motomachi...

The American Guitar Academy
Jun 15, 20201 min read
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