Blues music means a lot of different things to a lot of different people, and in some arenas it's just considered "Southern Rock". This "Blues - Shuffle" type - 12 Bar Blues song, is a what some may even call a standard in it's own right. Some people will spend their entire lives attempting to perfect these rhythms. It's easy to understand why. The solo availability, the jam sessions, the recognizable tunes and of course your undeniable ability to catch the beat and throw down with a couple dance moves. But this is no ordinary 4/4 beat or even a waltz in the park... No... This is the 12 Bar Blues rhythm. It demands focus attention and respect. It's music can elevate your mood or go down with you into the slums. Whatever you're feeling, the Blues can be a guiding light Give this a try and let me know that it makes sense to you. Got something to add or want to try it yourself? Please do. I did this as "Live" as possible, and wanted to tread lightly around the hyper specific theory talk. I know you've got what it takes. Listen to me mess it up a few times and then you give it a go yourself and let's see if we can't hone it in together! As our new friend Ted says - Peace ✌🏽 and loud guitars 🎸 🙏🏽 We'll catch you in the comments.

New video in the classroom section, "All About Technique", this time about hammer-ons and pull-offs and ways to practice them! Video Link Here:https://www.skool.com/intermediate-guitar/classroom/1008c20d?md=d5e241f3b5534c6dbf111b47aba8e627 Let's get these sounding clean and loud together! Also, today is the day that the "Music Theory 101" course goes to the premium tier of membership! If you haven't yet, jump on in and join us with full access to all of our courses we already have in there, and any new one's that come out in the future. We're also working on getting some premium backing tracks done too, along with more premium content on the way! On top of that, you'll be supporting the Intermediate Guitar team, which includes myself and @Mike Abalos! We couldn't do this without your support, so if you like the content so far and want to keep seeing more of it, come join us @ https://www.skool.com/intermediate-guitar/plans Thank you, sincerely, to those that have already supported us, you keep us going! Have a great weekend and I will see you next week! -Ben

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Here we go! There will be a part 2 for the chords learning and play along. Thanks for your participation in this week's multi day song review/ lesson geared towards Beginners and Beginnermediate players alike! Voted for by you. "Some people" will hear a song they like and think 🤔 "bet I can play this, it sounds easy" - grab their guitar and go 🤔 wait... How do I even play the rhythm part with my right hand to make it sound like the real song? Lol 😆 🫂 that's me.... I am "some people." If that's you too - like this post 😂🎸 otherwise we'll catch you in the comments where I'll share the rhythm and the chords for anyone who's interested.

Wee bit better. Lol