Jimmy FlemmingWhat really rocked the 80’s was the 80s rock and metal scene. Metal had many names, kind of like the devil. Hair metal was king for so long, but some bands were lumped in by name only. Did you go to a Poison concert with your girlfriend? I did. But I wasn’t there for Poison. … Read more
The music of DR Feelgood is what you need to pick you up. One of the highlights of working Guitardoor is Myself Knowing what I know in the musical history and current scene, gets combined with Chris’s knowledge and our Guidance from Pete Feenstra. This means we all 3 are constantly teaching each other about … Read more
We would not be a guitarist blog if we did not mention Hendrix, We have covered Stevie Ray and Rory so Now we must address the Man who brought us the Outerspace Blues. Part Cherokee Hendrix who once spoke of his hair as an antenna. Is being featured here on Guitardoor. Hendrix’s Native culture considered … Read more
I am one of Many who as a teen owned some form of Les Paul Copy and a Mirror. We wanted to be Jimmy Page. Low-slung guitar strap and one of many copies of the first Two Led Zep albums were part of our inspiration. The Riff from “Whole Lotta Love” was often the first … Read more
Let’s begin by recognizing that musician Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones was not just a skilled Teardrop guitar player; he was a true pioneer in his field and a remarkable multi-instrumentalist often referred to as a “Wizard of Sound.” Jones showcased exceptional talent across a variety of instruments, including the saxophone, keyboards, and mellotron, … Read more
Masters of guitar based songwriting. We have been talking guitar Virtuosos for quite some time and it will continue. However, I want to address the Guitar in its own equal use, and its true value from the most important guitar application, songwriting. Anyone can learn to play the guitar, but not everyone can become a … Read more
When it comes to the style of Rockabilly guitar players they are different animals not only because of their rockabilly hairstyles and hot chicks in rockabilly dresses. But there are many reasons rockabilly guitarists really rock here are 6 of the best rockabilly guitarists for you to enjoy and discover on guitardoor. 1: Johnny Cash … Read more
Heavy, Crushing, Lyrically conceptual, and Running neck and neck with Motorhead for The Loudest band ever, SLEEP is not a band they are an Entity they are the true Stoner Rock Masters. I saw the stoner rock masters inadvertently in Columbus, Ohio’s “Staches “on campus. A tiny bar when they were on tour in 1994 … Read more
Guitarist Jimmy Fleming chats with Craig Goldy Guitar player of Dio about his experiences over the Years Craig Goldy Is more than just great guitar playing I have had Craig Goldy’guitar playing in my ear since the 1980s and have read about him since I began to Read Guitar Player and Guitar World Magazine. I … Read more
The language of guitar playing goes beyond just modes, scales, and progressions. It’s difficult to explain in musical theory, but some guitarists are fluent in it, while others just like to listen. For some, the instrument is their voice and the notes are their words. As children, we learn to speak by repeating the words … Read more
