Inspiration and Motivation
Influences: Steve Morse
Over the past 50 years, one of the hardest working guitarists in the world.
Influences: Vinnie Moore
One of the very first shred guitar heroes promoted by the Shrapnel Label in the 1980s.
Completing Your Release in Your Lifetime
An article designed to help you on the road to achieving your dream of completing your first CD release.
Influences: Steve Vai
Vai's whammy antics, speed and 'detuned' playing is highly unusual and original.
Influences: Joe Satriani
Since "Not Of The Earth" and "Surfing With The Alien" in the '80s, there's been a lot of Joe S. playing in our studio.
Influences: Phil Collen
Who could predict in 1980 that Def Leppard would have a 40+ year career, and that the addition of Collen would make such an impact?
Influences: Edward Van Halen
"Eruption", "Atomic Punk" and a fiery cover of "You Really Got Me" blew us away in 1978.
Too Old To Learn Guitar Or Music Theory?
How old is too old? The answer may surprise you.
Influences: Jimmy Page
Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page inspired a generation of guitarists.
Influences: David Gilmour
Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour's unique sound.
Influences: Tom Scholz
Studio wizard Tom Scholz literally altered the trajectory of my life.
The #1 Guitar Motivation Killer - And What To Do About It
The perils of an out-of-balance guitar practice.
In Their Own Words
A collection of quotations to inspire and motivate.
Put An End To Your Writer's Block
A list of six refreshing ways you can take care of yourself and get back to writing.
The Inherent Value Of Music Education
Showing the benefits of music education, and how it positively impacts the lives of students.
How To Quickly Become A Highly Creative Guitarist
Anyone (including yourself) can learn to develop creativity by using the proven methods and strategies for reaching this goal.
Even Achilles Was Heeled By Practicing Guitar
Tommaso explores the Harry Potter inspired "wizards only" theory of talent,
Django And Christian: The Culmination Of Jazz Guitar
Although prolific, these two guitarists were really just culminations of hard work done by many guitarists before them.
Do You Want It Bad Enough?
The biggest obstacle standing in the way of your guitar playing greatness is not learning complicated techniques.
Maximizing Emotion In Guitar Playing
Two Reasons Why You Have A Hard Time Expressing Maximum Emotion In Your Guitar Playing
The Five Keys To Greatness
Tom Hess identifies the five keys required for becoming a truly great guitar player.
Seven Unfortunate Truths About Your Guitar Teacher
Before you take another lesson, here are the seven things that your guitar teacher has never told you (that you need to know).
The Four Worst Fears Of Guitar Players
The most frequent fears possessed by most guitarists and what you must do to overcome them and reach your musical goals.
Do The Opposite During The Holiday
Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney has advice for artists on ways to cope with the annual holiday seasons.
Music Artist’s Fear Of Competition And Success
Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney reminds us the successful artists are out there meeting everyone and working together, the others never leave home.
Your Newsletter Is Killing You
Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney reminds you to create a newsletter your fans want to read.
Music Artists And The Victim Mentality
Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney discusses the difference was between a victor and victim.
Why Don't You Achieve Success You Want?
Here you'll get essential tips to help you achieve the success you are striving for.
Time To Wake Up, Music Artists
Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney implores you to keep from throwing away your passion.
Are You Stuck In A Rut?
Don't let yourself get worse but not trying to get better.
Start Achieving Your Guitar Goals Today
Strategies on how you can start achieving more of the things you desire - today.
Self-Expression Or Cosmic Reflection?
It's important not to lose your soul in the pursuit of musical expression.
Starting Out
There is an attitude, or spirit, that is common to most guitarists who have become successful.
Top Secrets Of Common Sense, Part 2
Do you know the difference between an amateur and a professional? Learn the difference between 'just playing well' and mastery.
Fire And Inspiration
Here's how to spark the inspirational flame, and reignite your inner fire.
Motivation
Motivation. Where did it go? Indie marketing guru Tim Sweeney can help you reconnect with your passion.