You want to guitar shred? Go make a You Tube video!
Band mates most in demand are the guys that lead through their Rhythm playing and songwriting. Play solid rhythm and I promise you that even the bass player and drummer will keep time off you.
My last two video posts followed the songwriting process and gave my songwriting tips. This video is done in the service of a point or 2 on rhythm guitar playing in a band situation. Yes guitar solos are the hallmark of the guitar slinger but the song writing rhythm guitar players are always the band leaders. (And chick magnets.)
3.5 Rhythm tips
1. Buy (USE) a metronome.
2. Pick a rhythm role model. (Love Setzer, Townshend and Joan Jett )
3. Mix major and minor chords
3.5. Learn the notes in the chords and now you’re a dangerous musician.
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