Stuck In the Middle With You 12 foot chain 2025-05-18 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Stuck in the Middle With You, as performed by Stealers Wheel - some early Gerry Rafferty greatness. The lesson covers all the layers of acoustic and electric guitars going on and shows you how to play it in two different tunings.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):2023 Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak71985 Yamaha FG 460 S 12TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX200:00 Demo00:30 Introduction / What to expect01:46 How many guitar parts?02:08 Drop D tuning option02:46 Lesson - Opening riff04:05 Lesson - all rhythm guitar in drop D tuning11:11 Drop D standard tuning - 12 string13:00 Lesson - all rhythm guitar in drop D standard tuning14:58 Lesson - 1st electric guitar 17:05 Lesson - 2nd electric guitar19:49 demo rhythm parts24:46 Lesson - 3rd electric guitar25:18 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
I Wont Back Down - Tom Petty | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-10-19 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play I Won't Back Down, as performed by Tom Petty released on the Full Moon Fever album from 1989. Great example of simple 5 chord structure, simple and powerful lyric message. The lesson covers the 6 guitar parts that makeup the guitar arrangement mixing 6 and 12 string Acoustic and electric parts.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak7Rickenbacker 360 6 sweetwater.sjv.io/BnxNMBRickenbacker 620-12 sweetwater.sjv.io/N9KYq21975 Fender Telecaster Custom sweetwater.sjv.io/MAMPDo1967 Gretsch Nashville sweetwater.sjv.io/55Pd5nXotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09Boss EQ: imp.i114863.net/AoOO0o (mid and mid high slight boost)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: (Room setting)Marshall Studio JTM sweetwater.sjv.io/kOoLod00:00 Demo of slide guitar solo00:30 Introduction/ What to expect02:26 Lesson - Acoustic guitar parts08:44 Lesson - Electric rhythm guitars15:00 Lesson - Electric "Triplet" part16:55 Demo of Triplet part17:10 Lesson - Electric 12 string parts18:37 Lesson - Slide guitar solo24:18 Demo of guitar solo24:48 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
The Magick of Jimmy Page - Supros Black Magick Reverb 12 foot chain 2025-10-14 | Check out the Supro Black Magick Reverb at Sweetwater sweetwater.sjv.io/3JQv7yAdditional effects used during this video:Neo Instruments Ventilator II (during solo for "not Good Times Bad Times") imp.i114863.net/dogooQBoss DD8 Digital Delay (during "not I Can't Quit You Baby") imp.i114863.net/rnKrAvSpecial thanks to George Flutas from @BONHAMOLOGY and @PeoplesFrontofZeppelin for allowing me to poach his drum video work from Good Times Bad Times and I Can't Quit You Baby.00:00 Demo clip00:25 Introduction / What to expect01:52 Demo "Not Good Times Bad Times"04:38 Amp features and controls06:04 Demo "Not I Can't Quit You Baby"10:39 Overall impressions of the amp11:19 Demo "Not Ten Years Gone"12:41 Reverb discussion and demo14:25 Tremolo discussion and demo17:47 Final thoughts
Heart Full of Soul - The Yardbirds | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-10-04 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Heart Full of Soul, as performed by The Yardbirds released as a single in 1965. Great use of early fuzz effect by Jeff Beck and an interesting twist on the acoustic guitar part (possibly played by Keith Relf or Chris Dreja)The lesson covers both electric and acoustic parts.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak71975 Fender Telecaster Custom - bridge pickup see here for new Tele's https://sweetwater.sjv.io/q4DjRbBoss FZ-1W Fuzz Wazacraft main fuzz riffs sweetwater.sjv.io/75JZvO (vintage setting, Fuzz 4 o'clock, Tone 2 o'clock) ODR-1x guitar solo sweetwater.sjv.io/jeg4Zb (Drive 11 o'clock, spectrum 2 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2into1967 Fender Deluxe Reverb (v 3, t 4, b 6) See here for reissue sweetwater.sjv.io/Z6557k00:00 Demo00:32 Introduction / What to expect02:35 Lesson - Acoustic guitar parts08:32 Electric guitar - getting your tone11:18 Lesson - Intro / Main riff - electric16:22 Lesson - Guitar solo17:55 Lesson - outro18:18 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Immigrant Song - Led Zeppelin | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-09-27 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)T-shirts/Merch - bonfire.com/how-many-guitars-do-you-needLearn how to play Immigrant Song, as performed by Led Zeppelin released as the first song on Led Zeppelin III. Killer driving rock song that has just a few chords to learn. BUT there's one chord that VERY few people get right and today you are going learn that chord!Check out André Heiji Kozuma's @KozumaHeiji great video on this too youtube.com/watch?v=OhmAIKZNkI8 Also the full rehearsal at Marquee club youtube.com/watch?v=m8m0zeNHt3g&t=1161sThe lesson covers Jimmy Page's electric guitar parts.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Fender Telecaster (bridge pickup) sweetwater.sjv.io/q4DjRbNobels ODR1-x sweetwater.sjv.io/jeg4Zb (Drive 10 o'clock, spectrum 5 o'clock/maxxed)Boss TR-2 Tremolo pedal sweetwater.sjv.io/o4yQym (speed 3 o'clock wave 12 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (plate setting)Into 1967 Fender Deluxe Reverb V3, T6 B4 - some other good options from SweetwaterFender Deluxe Reverb Tone Master: imp.i114863.net/XxaayXFender Deluxe Reverb Reissue (tube) sweetwater.sjv.io/Z6557k00:00 Introduction / What to expect01:40 Tuning / Getting your tone02:18 Lesson - Primary riff05:00 Lesson - Additional chords09:40 Lesson - The mystery chord14:40 Nerding out in the outroAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
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Magic - Olivia Newton-John and John Farrar 12 foot chain 2025-09-14 | Clip from my full lesson on this great song. Super creative tuning and beautiful playing/arrangement by John Farrar
Magic - Olivia Newton-John & John Farrar | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-09-13 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Magic, as performed by Olivia Newton-John with John Farrar on guitar (and writer and producer) recorded in 1979 and releaed on the 1980 Xanadu soundtrack.The lesson covers the tuning and chord shapes that John Farrar used on this song, and shows how to play the guitar solo in this interesting tuning.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Fender Stratocaster imp.i114863.net/GjyyXm (tone rolled back 1/2 way mostly on bridge/middle position for video)MXR Dyna comp sweetwater.sjv.io/bany2B (output 2 o'clock; sensitivity 11 o'clock)Xotic EP boost (knob at 10 o'clock)Boss GE7 Eq (mids and high mids boosted a tic)Nobels ODR-1x sweetwater.sjv.io/jeg4Zb (drive max, spectrum 4)Chorus Dimension C imp.i114863.net/Ke6moN (setting 4)Boss DD8 Digital Delay imp.i114863.net/rnKrAvHall of Fame2 Reverb imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)1967 Deluxe Reverb (V3 T5, B6, vibrato speed 5 intensity 7) - reissue options imp.i114863.net/XxaayX; sweetwater.sjv.io/Z6557k00:00 Demo of solo section00:41 Introduction & What to expect03:28 Interview with Ron Jessurun - What's the tuning?11:45 Tuning13:40 Find these harmonic positions14:24 Lesson - intro riff15:49 Lesson - verse chords18:00 Lesson - chorus chords20:36 Demo/playthrough of verse and chorus21:45 Lesson - guitar solo23:50 Demo - guitar solo24:48 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
I Cant Explain - The Who | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-09-06 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play I Can't Explain, as performed by The Who released as a single in 1965. Great example of early era Who with Pete making use of his Rickenbacker 12 string.The lesson covers the rhythm and lead guitar parts.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Rickenbacker 620 12 (1987 - middle pickup, blend knob at 50%)MXR dynacamp (both knobs at 2 o'clock) sweetwater.sjv.io/bany2BXotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)Boss EQ: imp.i114863.net/AoOO0o (mids and highs boosted 1 tick)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2Marshall Studio 45 sweetwater.sjv.io/kOoLod (P2, B3, M5, T6, V1 4, V2 2)Boss Tube Amp Expander (attenuator) sweetwater.sjv.io/BneVRx00:00 Introduction / What to expect01:22 Getting your tone01:58 Lesson - intro and verse chords03:15 Lesson - prechorus chords03:45 Lesson - chorus chords - first chorus04:40 Lesson - 1st guitar solo08:16 Demo - 1st guitar solo08:42 Lesson - chorus chords - second chorus10:11 Lesson - 2nd guitar solo12:40 Lesson - outro13:00 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Bargain - The Who | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-08-28 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Bargain, as performed by The Who released as the 2nd song on their landmark "Who's Next" album in 1971. Beautiful mix of acoustic and electric guitar on this one with some interesting tunings going on.The lesson covers Pete Townshend's 12 string acoustic and 6 string electric parts.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1985 Yamaha FG-460-12s1967 Gretsch Nashville (middle pickup setting)Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)Boss GE7 EQ: imp.i114863.net/AoOO0o (boost mids, high mids, high 1 tick)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)running stereo out into1964 Super Reverb v4 t7 m1 b5 r21967 Deluxe Reverb v3 t5 b6 r200:00 Demo02:02 Introduction/what to expect03:42 Lesson - intro chords - acoustic05:45 Lesson - verse chords - acoustic07:29 Lesson - chorus chords - acoustic08:22 Lesson - bridge - acoustic12:08 Lesson - outro - acoustic14:00 Lesson - tuning and getting your tone15:53 Lesson - intro swells - electric17:37 Lesson - first and second verse chords and fills21:04 Lesson - chorus chords21:49 Lesson - lead riff following chorus 122:26 Lesson - third and 4th verse chords and fills23:51 Lesson - lead riff following chorus 224:40 Lesson - bridge electric parts26:53 Lesson - last verse and fills28:44 Lesson - outro lead approach30:12 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Paperback Writer - The Beatles | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-08-19 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Paperback Writer, as performed by The Beatles released as a single with "Rain". Later it was included in their compilation "Hey Jude" album.The lesson covers the rhythm and lead guitar parts, primarily played by Paul and John, with George having a few overdub parts that got overlayed later.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Epiphone Casino (bridge pickup) imp.i114863.net/a1EZoWGibson SG 64 custom shop (bridge pickup) sweetwater.sjv.io/q41bqn1967 Gretsch Nashville current version here sweetwater.sjv.io/55Pd5nXotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 10 o'clock)Acclam Dr. Robert Pedal (mach shau on, mids 11 o'clock, gain 12 o'clock)1965 AC30 Top Boost channel (lead) Vib/trem channel (John's rhythm tremolo) check out new handwired series sweetwater.sjv.io/6y56yN or more affordable sweetwater.sjv.io/nXNqQV00:00 Demo of guitar parts02:19 Introduction / what to expect03:40 Tuning / Who's playing what04:30 Acclam Dr Robert Pedal / getting your tone07:00 Lesson - the guitar you DON'T hear08:46 Lesson - opening riff (Paul)10:07 Lesson - verse guitar (Paul)11:08 Lesson - mid-verse riff (Paul)11:23 Lesson - verse guitar pre chorus (Paul)12:36 Lesson - riff version 2 (Paul)13:18 Lesson - verse guitar (Paul)13:28 Lesson - mid-verse riff 2 (Paul)13:56 Lesson - verse guitar pre chorus 2 (Paul)14:28 Lesson - outro (Paul)17:01 Lesson - George's guitar overdub20:04 Lesson - John's parts23:51 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Paranoid - Black Sabbath | Guitar Lesson RIP Ozzy Osbourne 12 foot chain 2025-08-09 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Merch! bonfire.com/how-many-guitars-do-you-needThank you Ozzy Osbourne for all you gave to rock and roll may you rest in peace.Learn how to play Paranoid as performed by Black Sabbath released on the Paranoid album from 1970. Great example of the birth of rock/metal.The lesson covers the guitar parts played by Tony Iommi including rhythm and lead. ALSO I show you how you can achieve/approximate the unique lead guitar sound you hear on the album by using a Ring Modulator in your signal chain. Here are a couple examples you can find at Sweetwater. I used the Red Panda Radius.Red Panda Radius sweetwater.sjv.io/9LdY3Y Dod Gonkolator sweetwater.sjv.io/550N3oGear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1968 Gibson SG Special sweetwater.sjv.io/EKvbDQXotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 oclock)Boss EQ: imp.i114863.net/AoOO0o (eq flat, vol up)Boss PS6 Harmonist imp.i114863.net/P072zY (detune setting)Stereo out to1 - Red Panda Radius sweetwater.sjv.io/9LdY3Y (settings shown in video)1983 Fender Super Champ (Rivera era) Lead channel2 -2025 Marshall Studio Vintage 20 sweetwater.sjv.io/3JXqmX (pres 10, bass 4, mid 4, treb 6, lead v 8, normal v 6Attenuated with Boss Tube Amp Expander https:/sweetwater.sjv.io/BneVRx 00:00 Demo of guitar solo00:41 Introduction / what to expect02:00 Getting your tone04:14 Lesson - Intro riff05:48 Lesson - Verse structure08:03 Lesson - Bridge09:00 Lesson - Guitar solo14:21 Guitar solo effect - ring mod15:21 My Ring mod settings15:39 Demos of solo with and without ring mod19:04 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles 12 foot chain 2025-08-03 | More ways to support the channel:Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Merch! bonfire.com/how-many-guitars-do-you-needJust some clips from my full lesson on this masterpiece written by George Harrison.
Here Comes The Sun Lesson - The Beatles | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-08-01 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Here Comes the Sun, as performed by The Beatles released on their 1969 Abbey Road album.The lesson covers the acoustic and electric parts played by George Harrison.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak7Fender MIJ Custom Telecaster TL-62TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2Stereo out into (for electric parts)2022 Vox AC15C11963 Fender Bassman00:00 Demo of song outro00:25 Introduction / What to expect03:30 Acoustic intro / verse/ chorus parts06:50 Interlude 09:59 Bridge section15:32 Electric guitar parts20:17 Mike Pachelli - check his vids out21:27 Remaining verse/chorus and outro parts24:42 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Whole Lotta Love - Led Zeppelin | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-07-18 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Whole Lotta Love, as performed by Led Zeppelin released as the first song on their Led Zeppelin II album.The lesson covers the rhythm and lead guitar parts played by Jimmy Page.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):2011 R8 Gibson Les Paul Standard - here is comparable - Gibson Les Paul Classic imp.i114863.net/Vy5mAk Vox V847 wah wah pedal sweetwater.sjv.io/3JqPDXXotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)Acclam Dr. Robert Pedal TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)Vox AC15 C1 sweetwater.sjv.io/NkMQg7 Top Boost channel (treble 0, bass 11 o'clock)00:00 Introduction / What to expect01:00 Getting your tone03:56 Lesson - Primary Riff (the secret)07:43 Lesson - Chorus riff11:28 Lesson - rhythm guitar stabs during solo12:30 Lesson - E to A breakdown before outro13:34 Lesson - Outro riff15:52 Lesson - Lead guitar slide17:00 Lesson - Guitar solo & demo passes24:37 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Learning to Fly - Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-07-10 | Great piece of guitar arrangement, and beautiful song. Dreamy lush acoustics and clean electric foundation and then the most screamin' slide guitar lead by Mike Campbell. I'll break it all down for you.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak7(for guitar solo) MXR Dyna Comp (output 2 o'clock, sensitivity 10 o'clock) sweetwater.sjv.io/bany2B(for guitar solo) Xotic EP Boost (knob at 7 o'clock)(for guitar solo) Boss GE-7 EQ (EQ flat - vol all the way up)(clean parts only) Boss Harmonist PS6 (detune setting) imp.i114863.net/P072zY (clean parts only) Boss DD8 Digital Delay (tape setting, feedback 10 o'clock, time 11 o'clock) imp.i114863.net/rnKrAvTC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: (room setting) imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2Stereo out intoMarshall SV20 (vols at 2 o'clock for leads, 8 o'clock for clean) sweetwater.sjv.io/3JXqmX1983 Fender Super Champ (lead channel for lead, clean channel for clean)00:00 Demo00:48 Introduction / What to expect02:30 Lesson - Chords and strum pattern05:32 Lesson - G suspended "bridge"06:32 Lesson - Crescendo / Breakdown07:49 Clean electric approach / tone08:43 Lesson - dreamy arpeggio foundation12:08 Lesson - "chunky" clean electric13:39 Lesson - call and response during chorus15:25 Lesson - Slide guitar solo21:08 Lesson - the bird chirps21:42 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
A Girl Like You - The Smithereens 12 foot chain 2025-07-07 | clip from my full lesson on this great rock song from my youth.
A Girl Like You - The Smithereens | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-07-06 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play A Girl Like You, as performed by The Smithereens released as the first song and single from their album 11. The lesson covers the layted guitar parts, both rhythm and lead.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1964 Gibson SG Custom Shop sweetwater.sjv.io/q41bqn (bridge pickup)Xotic EP Boost sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 8 o'clock)Boss GE-7 EQ pedal imp.i114863.net/AoOO0o (EQ flat - just volume boost all up)Marshall SV20 sweetwater.sjv.io/3JXqmX (p3 b8 m7, t6, high vol 4, norm vol 8)1983 Fender Super Champ (lead channel, v3, t8, b2, m8)00:00 Demo of guitar solo section01:23 Introduction / What to expect03:00 Getting your tone / Tuning05:00 Lesson - Intro / Verse riff09:03 Lesson - Pre-chorus & Chorus10:50 Lesson - Pre-solo riff12:06 Lesson - Guitar solo17:24 Lesson - Outro soloing18:29 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Black Dog - Led Zeppelin | Cover - PFOZ & 12footchain 12 foot chain 2025-07-04 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Check out this amazing collaboration I had the opportunity to be part of with the great PFOZ - "People's Front of Zeppelin" (NOT the bloody Zeppelin people's front)Lots of fun - thanks to PFOZ for letting me be a part of this classic with them. Check out their channel and subscribe at @PeoplesFrontofZeppelin
Check out my Earthboard Music Pedal Board system 12 foot chain 2025-06-30 | This is perfect for what I do on youtube, and for when playing live or jamming. The system allows you to change your signal chain super easy, isolate power if you need it, power your board with a battery, and spend less time setting up and more time playing!Check them out at earthboardmusic.com - use coupon code 12footchain at checkout to receive 30% off for a limited time.not sponsored by earthboard music, just sharing something that might be great for you too. Enjoy.00:00 Introduction01:12 Pedalboard demonstration02:54 How pedals connect and get power04:12 Setting up my board08:47 Where does the power come from?09:40 How easy is it to swap out pedals?11:00 How it looks on the floor11:25 Additional features
Green River - Creedence Clearwater Revival | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-06-30 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Green River, as performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival released on their 1969 Green River album. The lesson covers all the guitars you hear on the record, the acoustic and the 3 different electric parts. Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1979 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe ProBoss Blues Driver: imp.i114863.net/rnPQLB (only on "Guitar #3)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)Stereo out into:Vox AC15 C1 Normal Channel1967 Deluxe Reverb (V3, T6, B7)00:00 Demo of guitar solo section00:32 Introduction / What to expect01:33 Tuning & getting your tone02:28 The critical E7 shape to use03:45 Lesson - the intro riff07:10 Lesson - verses - guitar 111:08 Lesson - guitar solo - guitar 112:52 Lesson - last verse and outro - guitar 114:16 Lesson - verses - guitar 215:16 Lesson - guitar solo - guitar 217:01 Lesson - guitar solo - guitar 317:19 Demo - guitar solo section17:57 Lesson - verse and outro - guitars 2 and 320:00 Lesson - acoustic parts22:13 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Nowhere Man - The Beatles - how to sound like John & George 12 foot chain 2025-06-25 | Clip from my full lesson on Nowhere Man. Great guitar arrangement and sparkly bell-tones from their stratocasters.
Happy - The Rolling Stones 12 foot chain 2025-06-23 | Clip from my full lesson on this great hit from The Rolling Stones.
Happy - The Rolling Stones | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-06-22 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Happy, as performed by The Rolling Stones released on their Exile on Main Street record. Killer high energy song with two chords, and open G tuning w/ capo.The lesson covers the rhythm and lead guitar parts played by Keith Richards and Mick Taylor.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1975 Fender Telecaster Custom (bridge pickup)2023 '64 Custom Shop Gibson SG (bridge pickup)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)Stereo out into:1967 Deluxe Reverb2022 Vox AC 15 C100:00 Demo01:35 Introduction / What to expect03:40 Tuning & Capo04:20 Chord shapes in the song07:07 Lesson - intro chords and strum - Keith08:39 Lesson - Prechorus/chorus part - Keith11:51 Lesson - Verse chord approach - Keith14:34 Lesson - parts during solos and outro - Keith15:43 Lesson - Intro and verse approach - Mick Taylor17:37 Lesson - Prechorus/chorus parts - Mick Taylor18:19 Lesson - guitar solo 1 - Mick Taylor21:16 Demo - 1st guitar solo21:35 Lesson - guitar solo 2 - Mick Taylor23:45 Demo - 2nd guitar solo24:14 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
In My Room - The Beach Boys | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-06-14 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn to play In My Room as recorded by The Beach Boys, released in 1963. A fabulous piece of vocal harmony but also a very cool guitar arrangement.This lesson covers the lead arpeggio parts played by Carl Wilson, and the rhythm guitar played by David Marks...Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):2023 Rickenbacker 360 6 sweetwater.sjv.io/BnxNMB (middle pickup switch setting)Boss Tr-2 Tremolo pedal sweetwater.sjv.io/6eR4nG (Rate and Depth 2 o'clock, round wave setting)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)Stereo out into 1963 Fender Bassman and 1967 Deluxe Reverb00:00 Introduction / What to expect02:20 Getting your tone03:44 Lesson - Chord shapes used 04:38 Lesson - Carl's Arpeggio part - intro06:42 Lesson - Carl's Arpeggio part - verse / Chorus11:27 Lesson - Carl's Arpeggio part - bridge13:03 Lesson - Carl's Arpeggio part - last verse/outro13:56 Lesson - David Marks' Rhythm guitar parts17:39 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Nowhere Man - The Beatles | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-06-07 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Nowhere Man as performed by The Beatles released as part of their 1965 Rubber Soul album. The lesson covers the acoustic guitar parts played by John Lennon and the doubled electric parts played by George and John on their new Stratocasters.Check out @sampopkin 's full song cover - the best i've seen out there. He gets all the nuance to all the acoustic strumming and electric parts youtu.be/a89uL3ozLlI?si=azDIFcM9OltypvrhGear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak7Fender Stratocaster (switch in position "2")Boss Harmonist PS-6 imp.i114863.net/P072zY (detune setting, all other controls at noon)running stereo out into 1967 Fender Deluxe Reverb (V3, T7, B1, Rev 1)1968 Fender Vibro-champ (V5, T7.5, B3)great alternative to try on Deluxe Reverb - Fender Deluxe Reverb Tone Master: imp.i114863.net/XxaayX00:00 Demo of guitar solo00:26 Introduction / What to expect01:30 Rhythm guitar chords02:30 John Lennon's strumming style03:32 Lesson - Introduction rhythm guitar04:47 Lesson - Verse and chorus rhythm guitar06:00 Lesson - Bridge rhythm guitar08:05 Lesson - outro rhythm guitar08:45 Electric guitar - getting your tone09:57 Lesson - Intro riff electric guitar12:16 Demo - intro riff12:29 Lesson - Interlude parts electric guitar14:06 Lesson - guitar solo electric guitar 19:54 Demo - guitar solo20:15 Lesson - B power chord turnarounds20:48 Lesson - outro electric guitar22:39 Demo - outro section22:54 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
I Love Rock n Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts 12 foot chain 2025-06-02 | #joanjett #iloverockandroll #12footchainClip from my full lesson on this song.More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)
Vasoline - Stone Temple Pilots | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-05-31 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Vasoline, as performed by STP released on their second album "Purple". Super creative musically incorporating complex chords and rhythm patterns.The lesson covers the different electric (and acoustic) parts for rhythm and lead guitars.Check out @BigHairyGuitars video on Dean Deleo's gear, so good! youtu.be/p7fOrntsS4Q?si=YNqRYioADEGBUu1fCheck out @RickBeato 's vid on Vasoline and he breaks down a lot of the nuance of the musical theory happening. Love me some Rick! youtu.be/yq0TCJa1ePY?si=U-VK9DJGbFoj98IsGear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob 3 o'clock when I was adding a little something)Boss PS-6 Harmonist imp.i114863.net/P072zY (Detune, Balance and Shift 12 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (Room setting)2011 Gibson R8 Les Paul - similar to Gibson Les Paul Classic imp.i114863.net/Vy5mAk00:00 Introduction / What to expect02:00 Getting your tone02:23 Lesson - Intro section & "The Chord"05:05 Lesson - Verse sections07:04 Lesson - The Acoustic part07:44 Lesson - Chorus09:54 Lesson - Bridge10:24 Lesson - Guitar solo13:37 Demo - guitar solo14:38 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
PFOZ & 12footchain - something awesome is about to happen 12 foot chain 2025-05-28 | Been working on a collaboration with one of my favorite YouTube channels of all time! People's Front of Zeppelin (PFOZ).youtube.com/@UCZZQS29Cb0PGxxlxs06Z2bQ If you are a fan of Zeppelin, go subscribe right now and just bask in their glory.Coming Soon - hope you like it!
I Love Rock N Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-05-25 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play I Love Rock N' Roll, as performed by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.The lesson covers the two rhythm guitar parts and the lead guitar solo parts.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1979 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Pro2023 Gibson Custom 1964 SG Standard Reissue sweetwater.sjv.io/q41bqnBoss GE-7 Equalizer https//imp.i114863.net/AoOO0o (flat, vol boost maxed)Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander sweetwater.sjv.io/BneVRxMarshall Studio 20 Vintage sweetwater.sjv.io/3JXqmX (p 4, b 3, mid 0, t 2, high vol 6 norm vol 8)00:00 Introduction / What to Expect02:13 Guitar arrangement03:06 Lesson - Joan's Rhythm guitar parts08:30 Lesson - Second rhythm guitar parts12:59 Lesson - Guitar solo - first part16:23 Lesson - Guitar solo - second part19:12 Demo - Guitar solo19:33 Lesson - lead guitar octaves20:38 Have you listened to the drums?22:04 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Stuck in the Middle with You - Stealers Wheel 12 foot chain 2025-05-22 | Clip from my full lesson on this great classic. youtu.be/P_D9VLpR0agMore ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac 12 foot chain 2025-05-11 | #fleetwoodmac #rumours #dreams Clip from my full lesson on Dreams, by Fleetwood Mac. youtu.be/OJKT3Dh7tq0More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-05-08 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Dreams, as performed by Fleetwood Mac released on their landmark Rumors album in 1977.The lesson covers the electric and acoustic parts played by Lindsey Buckingham. Breakout your volume pedal for this one!Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):2011 Gibson Les Paul R8 (find similar at sweetwater - Gibson Les Paul Classic imp.i114863.net/Vy5mAk Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)TC Electronic Viscous Vibe (chorus setting, intensity 10 o'clock, speed 11 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)00:00 Demo00:48 Introduction / What to expect03:00 Getting your tone & volume pedal technique04:41 Lesson - is this a two chord song?05:44 Lesson - Intro guitar riff09:17 Lesson - approach on electric guitar fills11:36 Lesson - prechorus arpeggio14:04 Lesson - guitar solo19:35 Lesson - second prechorus20:55 Lesson - outro arpeggio23:23 Lesson - acoustic parts26:00 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
The One I Love - R.E.M. | Guitar lesson 12 foot chain 2025-04-24 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play The One I Love, as performed by R.E.M. released on their Document album from 1987. The lesson covers the chords, guitar solo, and approach that Peter Buck applies in this awesome song that really propelled them to new heights in their early IRS label days. Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):2023 Rickenbacker 360 MXR Dyna Comp sweetwater.sjv.io/bany2B (used to add additional boost for "simple prop" and guitar solo sections; output at 2 o'clock, intensity at 10 o'clock)Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 10 o'clock)Boss Blues Driver: imp.i114863.net/rnPQLB (gain 11 o'clock, tone 12 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)Running stereo out into:2020's Vox AC15C1 sweetwater.sjv.io/NkMQg7 (Top Boost channel vol 7 for more dirt) 1965 Vox AC30 Normal Channel Vol 3 (for more clean)00:00 Introduction / What to expect01:19 Tuning and a bit about gear02:04 Lesson - opening riff04:30 Lesson - verse arpeggio approach06:48 Lesson - simple prop chords09:02 Lesson - guitar solo12:08 Lesson - outro chords13:36 Surprise!14:00 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
The One I Love - R.E.M. 12 foot chain 2025-04-24 | Clip from my full lesson on The One I Love by R.E.M.More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)
Beast of Burden Misheard Lyrics Suck a Duck or Suck It Up 12 foot chain 2025-04-23 | A clip from my full lesson on Beast of Burden by The Rolling Stones. Am I the only one who thought this?More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)
Beast of Burden - The Rolling Stones | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-04-20 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Beast of Burden, as performed by The Rolling Stones released as part of their 1978 "Some Girls" album.The lesson covers the guitar interplay between Keith and Ronnie, I'll focus on Keith's rhythm parts, talk about Ronnie's approach to compliment that, and will go through his great guitar solo too.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Fender Telecaster Custom early 2000's MIJMXR Dynacomp sweetwater.sjv.io/bany2B (output 3 o'clock, sensitivity 10 o'clock)Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)Into 1967 Fender Deluxe Reverb (vol 3, treble 6 bass 5 rev 2.5) Try out the Deluxe Reverb Tonemaster if you haven't already - a great alternative imp.i114863.net/XxaayX00:00 Introduction / What to expect01:16 What tuning did he use?01:42 12footchain mis-heard lyrics03:54 Lesson - Intro/primary riff - Keith07:27 Lesson - Chorus - Keith10:30 Lesson - Ronnie Wood's approach12:40 Lesson - Guitar Solo - Ronnie wood15:20 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Refugee - Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-04-09 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Refugee, as performed by Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers released on their 1797 Damn the Torpedoes album. Like all songs from this band, absolutely great guitar arrangements and this one delivers.Checkout the new Fender "Red Dog" Mike Campbell Telecaster here sweetwater.sjv.io/BnOO7qThe lesson covers the chord voicings, rhythm and lead guitar pieces. Enjoy!Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):2006 MiJ Telecaster Custom "Dog" on bridge pickup. Boss Blues Driver: imp.i114863.net/rnPQLB (tone and gain at 11 o'clock)Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room reverb setting)Into Marshall Studio JTM 20H sweetwater.sjv.io/kOoLod00:00 Introduction / What to expect01:08 Mike Campbells Red Dog Tele and book04:00 Lesson - Intro/Chorus chords05:30 Lesson - lead riff before verse06:13 Lesson - Verse chords07:35 Lesson - Pre-chorus09:00 Lesson - lead embellishment09:56 Lesson - Bridge12:18 Lesson - Guitar solo15:50 Lesson - Outro solo17:02 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Dyer Maker -Led Zeppelin | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-04-05 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play D'yer Mak'er, as performed by Led Zeppelin released on their Houses of the Holy album in 1973. This is their version of reggae style music and a super fun song on guitar. The lesson covers the different parts that Jimmy Page layers in there, and there are some hidden gems that I'll be you never knew that he played. I'll break them all down.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1979 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe "Pro" - somewhat comprable today - Gibson Les Paul Classic imp.i114863.net/Vy5mAk Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 10 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)Marshall Studio JTM45 sweetwater.sjv.io/kOoLod00:00 Demo00:26 Introduction / What to Expect03:25 Lesson - Primary verse/chorus guitar08:57 Lesson - Secondary guitar/piano part10:58 Lesson - "B" section part one - the part that nobody plays15:32 Lesson - "B" section part two - the other part nobody plays17:01 Lesson - guitar solo20:56 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Waiting on a Friend - The Rolling Stones | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-03-29 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Waiting on a Friend, as performed by The Rolling Sones released on their 1981 Tattoo You album. The song apparently was recorded with Mick Taylor on guitar back in the early 70s during their Goats Head Soup album sessions, but they held it until Tattoo You adding amazing saxophone into it by the great Sonny Rollins. The lesson covers the guitar parts played by Mick Taylor, the lead approach by Sonny Rollins, where you can play those parts on guitar. His parts are tabbed out for guitar for my patreon members.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):2000's Fender MIJ 1962 Reissue Telecaster Custom Fulltone OCD Overdrive: imp.i114863.net/e4WKeZ (only added while i was playing the sax parts drive 10'oclock, tone 9 o'clock)Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)1963 Fender Bassman (vol 3, T 6, B 5, Presence 7)00:00 Demo 01:06 Introduction / What to expect03:50 Lesson - Intro/Chorus chords05:00 Lesson - Verse chords10:00 Lesson - Vocal hook & saxophone parts19:00 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Mr. Blue Sky - E.L.O. 12 foot chain 2025-03-26 | Clip from my full lesson on the Mr. Blue Sky. youtu.be/uex7EpEaBIYMore ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)
Amigo Nashville Vintage Guitar Show 2025 12 foot chain 2025-03-23 | Just some musings in the parking lot before going into the Amigo Nashville Guitar Show 2025 in Franklin TN. more here youtu.be/bR1fNDk2m1EMore ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)
My Adventure at the Nashville Amigo Guitar Show 2025 12 foot chain 2025-03-23 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)What do you see when you go to a vintage guitar show in the Nashville area? Usually you get to see a whole bunch of great guitar gear and get just a little poorer :-). Check out @earthboard3535 they have the killer pedalboard setup that I bought while at the show. No power cables!BUT sometimes you also run into some great people like @DylanTalksTone , @BrettPapa , and @RobertBakerGuitar .Check it out!WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Mr. Blue Sky - E.L.O. | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-03-20 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Mr. Blue Sky, as performed by E.L.O. released as part of their Out of the Blue double album released in October 1977.The lesson covers how to play the main song sections chords and guitar solo. Also some guitar arrangements for the key change parts at the end of the song, AND I'll outline how you can achieve the robot voice sound using the boss Vocoder. Pick one up here - sweetwater.sjv.io/gO6345Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak71979 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe "Pro" - here is similar from Sweetwater sweetwater.sjv.io/JKVDQQBoss VO-1 Vocoder sweetwater.sjv.io/gO6345 (vintage setting, tone 2 o'clock, color 10 o'clock)Boss Blues Driver: imp.i114863.net/rnPQLB (used sparingly during rhythm electric parts)Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)00:00 Demo00:40 Introduction / What to expect02:51 Lesson - Verse chords05:39 Lesson - Chorus chords08:10 Lesson - Pre-chorus variation09:28 Lesson - "shuffle" chorus11:16 Lesson - Guitar solo13:26 Lesson - Db and Eb guitar/string outro sections17:27 Lesson - "Vocoder" parts22:04 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Time for Me to Fly - REO Speedwagon | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-03-08 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play Time for Me to Fly, as performed by REO Speedwagon released as part of the 1978 album "You Can't Tuna Fish".The lesson covers the 4 guitar parts that makeup the arrangement on their record. The acoustic (Open D tuning), and the three electric parts, each complimenting each other perfectly in this timeless classic.Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Yamaha Red Label FGX5 6 string Acoustic sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzjak7Gibson Les Paul Classic imp.i114863.net/Vy5mAk (mine is actually a 2011 R8)Rickenbacker 360 6 string sweetwater.sjv.io/BnxNMBFulltone OCD Overdrive: imp.i114863.net/e4WKeZ (tone 10 o'clock, drive 10 o'clock) used on the Les Paul partsXotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 9 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)00:00 Introduction/What to expect01:35 He plays the chords above the neck?02:10 Lesson - The Acoustic Tuning and chord shapes04:28 Lesson - Strumming approach04:50 Alternate method to try05:32 Lesson - Remaining acoustic parts07:28 Lesson - Alternate "D Standard" chord shape options08:27 Lesson - Electric overdrive rhythm guitar12:45 Lesson - Electric Lead guitar parts - capo!19:11 Lesson - Electric lead guitar standard21:14 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
The Last Time - The Rolling Stones | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-03-02 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play The Last Time, as performed by The Rolling Stones released as a single in 1965. The lesson covers how to play the opening riff (how Brian Jones actually played it), the backing acoustic rhythm guitar as well as Keith Richards' guitar solo. Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):Phantom Guitar Works Teardrop (bridge pickup) phantomguitars.comGibson Les Paul Classic imp.i114863.net/Vy5mAk (mine is actually a 2011 R8)Boss EQ: imp.i114863.net/AoOO0o (mid and hi mid boost 2 tiks)Boss Blues Driver https://imp.i114863.net/rnPQLB (on Brian Jones' parts, drive and tone at 10 'oclock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)1963 Fender Bassman (treble 5.5, bass 7, presence 10)00:00 Demo00:39 Introduction / what to expect 03:13 Lesson - Intro Riff (Brian Jones' parts)08:13 Lesson - Lead Guitar solo (Keith Richards' parts)12:23 Final ThoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
I Heard it Through the Grapevine - Creedence Clearwater Revival | Guitar Lesson 12 foot chain 2025-02-24 | More ways to support the channel:Super Thanks (see below the video screen)Patreon: patreon.com/12footchain (tabs and chord charts on patreon)Learn how to play I Heard it Through the Grapevine, as performed by CCR released on their Cosmo's Factory album. Great version of the original R&B song converted into the distinctive CCR sound.The lesson covers the guitar parts played by John Fogerty in D-Standard tuning, and Tom Fogerty in Standard tuning. I also will show you a hybrid way to mix those two for playing live and getting closer to that sound from the record. Gear used in this video (if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission):1979 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe "Pro"Xotic EP Boost: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5Py09 (knob at 10 o'clock)Boss Tremelo 2 sweetwater.sjv.io/o4yQym (rate and intensity at 2 o'clock, wave form at 11 o'clock)TC Elec. Hall of Fame Reverb: imp.i114863.net/5bdEX2 (room setting)Marshall ST20H sweetwater.sjv.io/kOoLod 00:00 Demo00:49 Introduction / What to Expect3:13 Drop D Tuning04:48 Lesson - opening riff07:45 Lesson - verse / chorus chords09:18 Lesson - the "Fogerty Strum"12:49 Lesson - Guitar Solo #120:02 Lesson - Guitar Solo #224:25 Lesson - Tom Fogerty's parts26:54 Lesson - Try Drop D tuning live28:58 Final thoughtsAlso...WIN FREE GEAR: imp.i114863.net/9WoMd3DEALS ON MUSIC GEAR: imp.i114863.net/a1dxGMUSED GEAR: imp.i114863.net/3P19aB
Epic Guitar Moments from Led Zeppelins First Album 12 foot chain 2025-02-17 | From my full video going through the whole album. youtu.be/mUrakC3Q-iA
