by Justin Comstock | May 1, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
For any guitarist looking to delve into the world of blues, understanding and mastering pentatonic scales is a must. These versatile scales are the backbone of countless iconic guitar solos, making them essential knowledge for any aspiring blues guitarist. In this...
by Justin Comstock | Apr 28, 2024 | Blues Guitar
When it comes to blues guitar, few elements are as quintessential and evocative as the minor pentatonic scale. This timeless scale has been the cornerstone of the blues genre, elevating the playing of legendary artists like B.B. King, Albert Collins, and Stevie Ray...
by Justin Comstock | Apr 8, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
When I was 14 years old my life changed. As I sat on the couch watching my guitar hero, Stevie Ray Vaughan burn up the fretboard as he played “Tightrope” on his Fender Stratocaster. It wasn’t until years later that I realized what Stevie was doing on...
by Justin Comstock | Mar 31, 2024 | Blues Guitar
Blues guitar scales are the the driver behind many classic rock and blues songs. They are the first scale I play when I pick up my Fender Jazzmaster. The functionality of pentatonic scales opens up the fretboard for crafting melodies that are unique and easy to...
by Justin Comstock | Mar 26, 2024 | Blues Guitar
Blues music and blues guitar scales hold a special place in my heart and many guitar players. Listening to Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, and Buddy Guy was a weekend tradition that I started when I was only 11 years old. Once the Blues captures your ears and fretboard...
