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Scott McMicken’s Long, Weird Relationship with the Guitar
Guitarists

Scott McMicken’s Long, Weird Relationship with the Guitar

The Dr. Dog co-founder’s first solo outing, Shabang, is a jangly, improvisatory adventure that deepens his relationship to his main instrument—even if it means sometimes stepping back from it.

Jazz Chords Made Simple
Jazz

Jazz Chords Made Simple

Afraid of “complex” jazz chords? Just strip them down.

Question and Obsession: What’s Your Favorite Chord Progression as of Late?
Question & Obsession

Question and Obsession: What’s Your Favorite Chord Progression as of Late?

Fretless guitar virtuoso Gabriel Marin of instrumental rock trio Consider the Source joins editors and reader Dan Lynch to talk about them changes.

A New Mom’s Guide to Practicing
Lessons

A New Mom’s Guide to Practicing

Balancing a laundry list of tunes and a small human can give you new insights into making the most of your time.

Barney Kessel: Badass Jazz Guitar
Jazz

Barney Kessel: Badass Jazz Guitar

Combining a comprehensive knowledge of fretboard harmony with a take-no-prisoners approach, Kessel was a force to be reckoned with.

The “Stairway” Progression
Chords

The “Stairway” Progression

Zeppelin might be the most famous case, but plenty of songwriters have borrowed these infamous chords.