by Shane Sanders | Jan 10, 2025 | Artists, News, Video
The thrash metal icon breaks down classic Testament tracks and reveals secrets behind his tone In the latest Gibson TV episode of Riff Lords, Eric Peterson dissects more than three decades of hard-hitting riffs, guiding fans step by step through the iconic Testament...
by Shane Sanders | Jan 6, 2025 | Learn, Video
Learn how to play this classic blues guitar groove courtesy of Kirk Fletcher, a modern blues master In this Gibson App lesson, modern blues star Kirk Fletcher dives into a classic blues rhythm, perfect for shuffles and swing blues. Using ninth chords, this groove...
by Gibson Staff | Dec 31, 2024 | Learn
Learning guitar is one of many paths to creativity, relaxation, and personal expression If you’ve been bitten by the music bug, you might be considering picking up and learning the guitar. But how do guitarists learn to shred, strum, and fingerpick with ease? In this...
by Gibson Staff | Dec 30, 2024 | Learn
When your strings are harmonious, a guitar is magical Guitar tuning is a must for every player—unless you want to strum ear-splitting chords or induce a cringe among the seasoned musicians in your midst. But what does standard guitar tuning look like, and how do you...
by Gibson Staff | Dec 27, 2024 | Learn
Learning the slang, lingo, and technical nomenclature in guitar culture helps players progress Learning to play guitar isn’t unlike learning another language. On top of general music theory jargon, you’ll also encounter a number of acoustic guitar terms that may be...