Seal wrote his breakthrough hit Crazy after learning two basic chord shapes on a borrowed guitar
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10 licks that prove the acoustic guitar can handle anything from folk to metal
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The evolution of selective picking – one of modern guitar’s most expressive techniques
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Jam with your neighbors at Haywood Unplugged at the Haywood County Fair Sunday
Join your neighbors in song for the inaugural Haywood Unplugged on Sunday, Sept. 29, from 1-3 p.m. at the Haywood County Fair ...
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The Five Best Songs of Opeth’s No-Growl Era
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3 Eternal Songs by the Incredible Guitarist Django Reinhardt
Born on January 23, 1910, in Belgium, Django Reinhardt grew up to be one of the world's greatest guitar players. Moreover, he did so missing the use of two fingers on his left, fret board playing hand ...
Slices of NYC music history go on the block —including Madonna and Bob Dylan’s first recordings
Stephen Handschu, a sculptor who was born blind, moved from Chicago to New York City. He happened to be friends with a ...
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The Royal Canadian Mint Unveils $2 Guitar-Shaped Silver Coin
The Royal Canadian Mint’s latest release is striking a chord with music and coin collectors alike. This new $2 silver coin is ...
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Greek Metal Band Septicflesh Performing at the Acropolis
Greek heavy metal band Septicflesh with the Athens State Orchestra conducted by Koen Schoots will present a unique evening at ...
“I wrote it over two years”: Johnny Marr on his favourite guitar track with The Smiths
Johnny Marr once discussed his appreciation for The Smiths song 'The Headmaster Ritual', describing it as his favourite ...
Willie, Waylon and the Boys: the Ultimate Outlaw Country Primer
Hear songs from Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Cash and more, inspired by a new book.
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Strumming, laughter, connection are key in ukulele group
Sandy Faulkner bought a banjo and took lessons for two months. She steadfastly remained dedicated to her new instrument, ...