For those of you looking for an accurate transcription of the chords for Ed Sheehan’s new song, “Afterglow” your search is over.
Ed Sheehan’s “Afterglow” Chord Chart
Tag: Acoustic Guitar
Dan Kanter’s Amazing Rhythm Guitar
I’ve always been fascinated with the guitar playing of Dan Kanter. His playing, mainly when he was with Justin Bieber, always stands out as innovated and hip. His ability to create multi-faceted rhythmic effects that more than mimic the original electronic based versions of songs is second to none.
As an example, Bieber’s live cover of “Hotline Bling” is one of Dan’s best work. In the following tutorial you will see the approach that he can deliver with seeming ease. There are only two chords in the song itself. They are jazzy vesions that are not hard to grab if you put a couple hours into the process.
Here is the Guitar Pro Score:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19IIkocm49AB9ehPN4-C3XihZ9Z7wXihx/view?usp=sharing
Here is the YouTube Video:
“Hotline Bling” Justin Bieber Tutorial with Dan Kanter on guitar.
Shout out any questions you have for this tutorial!
Bieber and the quirky guitar riff.
Talk about quirky angular guitar riffs, this one’s at the top of the list. Justin Bieber’s new song, “That’s What Love Is” from his new album, Changes is a nevertheless a good technical workout.Justin Bieber Talk about quirky angular guitar riffs, this one’s at the top of the list. Justin Bieber’s new song, “That’s What Love Is” from his new album, Changes is a nevertheless a good technical workout.
Here is the Guitar Pro score:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HKhnn3V84RaT_hZVJ25ctnuvazcPO-ZO/view?usp=drivesdk
Here is the YouTube video link:
“Welcome to the Machine” – A Melodic Masterpiece in Disguise
Pink Floyd‘s tech-heavy composition, “Welcome to the Machine” was always way ahead of its time. It brooding and searching and minor-based sonic pallet always took some getting used to, at least for me. But, after covering the song, I discovered the incredible melodic motifs contained within.
This is a two-minute section of the song.
Taylor and Brendon are “Me”.
Taylor Swift and Brendon Urie team up for a pop summit and produce, well, a hit of course.
Here is the chord/lyric score for the song, “Me”, by Taylor Swift feat. Brendon Urie of Panic at the Disco.
https://docs.ghttps://docs.google.com/document/d/11rRGirdi6pAyakp6oRWVdgIM-T_YkrsyemQ_ujTYuME/edit?usp=sharing
Here is a link to the Acoustic Guitar Tutorial:
“Goodbyes”- Jorja Smith
Here is the Guitar Tab and Playthrough for the wonderful R&B hit by singer, songwriter Jorja Smith.
Here is the link to the playthrough:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tq3LdxVu2iM
Here is the link to the Guitar Pro Tab:
Tutorial on it’s way!
XXXTENTACION bares his soul on “Depression and Obsession”.
Less definitely is more when you are trying to get a message into a song. The less clutter instrumentally, the less business in the harmonies and sections the better. It enables the vocal part to stand out and brings every nuance to the forefront. On “Depression and Obsession” by the late Alternative, Hard Rock, Nu-Metal, Rap, and Hip-Hop-influenced artist, XXXTENTACION (Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy), this is certainly the case.
Take a somewhat rough acoustic guitar part, mix it with a tight beat and let the vocals do the rest. I’ve gone to great lengths to make this tutorial as close as possible to the original. This is not an “Easy Guitar” version, which serves collect views and deceives many to believe that anyone can strum along captured the vibe of a song that is far deeper than they could ever imagine. No, this version shows the rough edges and the way to play it with expression.
You will use only three chords throughout this song. But, in these three chords be prepared to dig deep if you want to bring life into this magnificent, minimalistic expression of darkness and pain.
PERFORMANCE NOTES: I’ve decided to use Drop-D tuning for this version. The reason is that I hear the lowered sixth string ringing out in two specific places. It makes the chords slightly more difficult to play but, I feel that to be authentic in replicating other’s songs, you should attempt to get as close as possible. The only chord that may take more work is the GMaj7. For that chord try to land your pinky first. It will take slow practice but, that chord shape comes up a lot in an Am/G context in many songs.
Here is the tutorial:
Depression & Obsession Tutorial
Here is the PDF of the tab:
Tab:
The Weeknd: “Call Out My Name” Guitar Tutorial.
In order to play The Weeknd’s new song, “Call Out My Name” from his new release, My Dear,Melancholy, you will need to tune your guitar down one-half step to Eb tuning.
Once you are tuned and ready, go back and forth between A Minor and E Minor. Once secure, get familiar with the time signature 6/8.
Think, two sets of three beats each:
1-2-3 4-5-6
Now, count that out accenting beats one and four:
(1) 2 3 (4) 5 6
Cycle through the A minor chord two times:
Am (Am) Am (Am)
(1) 2 3 (4) 5 6 (1) 2 3 (4) 5 6
Next, cycle through the E Minor chord the same way:
Em (Em) Em (Em)
(1) 2 3 (4) 5 6 (1) 2 3 (4) 5 6
Notice that you are playing the chords on the strong beats only.
From here, add step two by strumming on each of the six beats making sure to accent one and four continuously. Check the tab!
Lyrics “Call Out My Name” The Weeknd
We found each other
I helped you out of a broken place
You gave me comfort
But falling for you was my mistake
I put you on top, I put you on top
I claimed you so proud and openly
And when times were rough, when times were rough
I made sure I held you close to me
So call out my name (call out my name)
Call out my name when I kiss you so gently
I want you to stay (want you to stay)
I want you to stay, even though you don’t want me
Girl, why can’t you wait? (Why can’t you wait, baby?)
Girl, why can’t you wait ’til I fall out of love?
Won’t you call out my name? (Call out my name)
Girl, call out my name, and I’ll be on my way
I’ll be on my-
I said I didn’t feel nothing, baby, but I lied
I almost cut a piece of myself for your life
Guess I was just another pit stop
‘Til you made up your mind
You just wasted my time
You’re on top
I put you on top
I claimed you so proud and openly, babe
And when times were rough, when times were rough
I made sure I held you close to me
So call out my name (call out my name, baby)
So call out my name when I kiss you
So gently, I want you to stay (I want you to stay)
I want you to stay even though you don’t want me
Girl, why can’t you wait? (Girl, why can’t you wait ’til I?)
Girl, why can’t you wait ’til I fall out of love?
Won’t you call out my name? (Say call out my name, baby)
Girl, call out my name, and I’ll be on my way
Girl, I’ll be on my-
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On my way
On, on
“Love Yourself” Live from Manchester
Chord Overview
The chords that Justin Bieber plays on his solo acoustic performance, “Love Yourself (Live – #OneLoveManchester) are some of the hardest to see that I’ve run into. I’ve received more that one request to clarify my fingerings of the chords. So here goes:
First of all, Justin has his guitar tuned down 1/2 step, which is a common pattern I’ve seen from him over the last year.
Problem 1
Therefore, tune to Eb tuning. Now the confusion begins. Justin plays in what appears to be the key of F# minor. However, being that we have tuned the guitar down 1/2 step, the “sounding” key is really F minor. Ugh!!! Now what?? Well, don’t panic, just play the forms where I show you to play them and have a blast. Do not become thrown by the sometimes confusing theoretical details of keys and tunings, although you will want to take care of this gap in knowledge eventually.
Problem 2
Justin’s chord pattern is fairly basic, however if you have not played block/barre forms you may be a little confused. Basically, Justin plays, F minor 7 – F minor/Ab – C minor 7. Practice the following chords slowly and carefully. Do not become frustrated as they are very useful chord forms for many songs.
Here are your fingerings:
And there you have it. If you need further clarification on these chord forms let me know.
-Mark
Right Hand Exercises for the first Year Guitarist: Marching towards Mastery
This is a right hand exercise using only the right hand thumb and index finger.
It is a little tricky at first as the movement collapses from the top to the bottom (lower) 6th string. In order to keep the exercise within the first year limitation, the thumb plays on the 6th string only.
*Keep in mind that we are working towards the Travis Style of picking and in that vein, you will use both the index and middle fingers on the upper three strings.
Please take your time with this going slowly and carefully. This will develop your ability to play more complex patterns with independence between the thumb and the index, middle, and ring fingers.
@MarkGTR 