Guitar Techniques - August 2023

In this issue

ROCKIN’ AND A-ROLLIN’!
10 exciting solos to learn
Jon Bishop brings you 10 great guitar solos to play, in the style of the most groundbreaking players of the era. Chuck Berry, Link Wray, Carl Perkins, Scotty Moore, Buddy Holly & more!

THE CROSSROADS
BB King jazzy blues
John Wheatcroft analyses and explains how King and other blues and jazz players create motifs that connect to form cohesive solos.

NICKEL CREEK

A minute’s all it takes to discover what makes a great musician tick. Before they jumped into their limo for the airport, we grabbed a quick chat with bluegrass picking sensations’ Sean Watkins and Chris Thile.

7 mins

JUSTIN SANDERCOE

The founder of justinguitar.com lends GT his insight as one of the world's most successful guitar teachers. This month: The Band.

4 mins

MITCH DALTON

The studio guitarist's guide to happiness and personal fulfilment, as related by our resident session ace. This month: Playing Out From The Backline.

4 mins

DANIELE GOTTARDO

Guitar instrumentals have supplied some of music's most evocative moments. Jason Sidwell asks top guitarists for their take on this iconic movement. This month: an incredible Italian guitarist with a unique approach to combining rock and classical music.

6 mins

ROCKIN' & A-ROLLIN' 10 INFLUENTIAL 50s PICKERS

Fresh back from a UK tour with rock and roll legend Shakin' Stevens, Jon Bishop guides us through some of the key components of the rock and roll guitar style.

3 mins

VIDEO MASTERCLASS: Shane Theriot

In this instalment of GT's popular Star Video feature, US session guitar ace Shane Theriot performs and discusses his tasty solo over Jason's funk-rock track, Bump And Bind. Jon Bishop is your guide.

8 mins

VIDEO MASTERCLASS: Peter Green Style Solos

For this month's video lesson Remi Harris has treated us to a couple of blues solos inspired by the great Peter Green, with Jon Bishop as your guide.

3 mins

THE CROSSROADS BB King

For this month's Crossroads, John Wheatcroft meets the Chairman of the Board, as he explores the string bends, vibrato, note choices and feel of a blues legend.

4 mins

SIMON MCBRIDE

This month Phil Short explores the rip-roaring style of blues-rock virtuoso and Deep Purple's sensational new guitarist, Simon McBride.

2 mins

KIKO LOUREIRO

This month Charlie Griffiths lays down the gauntlet with five scary licks from Brazil’s Mega(deth) rock and power metal monster!

2 mins

WALKING BASSLINES PART 3

In the third of his four-part series Tim Pettingale delves further into the bassline, chord and melody style of British jazz guitar legend Martin Taylor.

1 min

IMPROVE YOUR LEGATO

This month RGT’s Simon Barnard is here to help you improve your legato playing with some smooth, slinky and slippery licks.

2 mins

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Guitar Techniques Magazine Description:

Guitar Techniques is a monthly guitar magazine published in the United Kingdom by Future Publishing. It was first published in 1984 and is currently one of the most popular guitar magazines in the world.

The magazine covers all aspects of guitar playing, from beginner lessons to advanced techniques. It also features interviews with guitarists, reviews of new gear, and transcriptions of classic solos.

Guitar Techniques is a popular read for many guitarists, and is known for its high-quality content and informative articles. It has helped many guitarists improve their playing skills.

Here are some of the things you can expect from Guitar Techniques magazine:

* Beginner lessons
* Intermediate and advanced lessons
* Interviews with guitarists
* Reviews of new gear
* Transcriptions of classic solos
* Technique articles

If you're looking for a magazine that will help you learn new techniques and stay up-to-date on the latest gear, then Guitar Techniques is a good choice. Subscribe today and start improving your playing!