Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Guitar music is a ubiquitous feature of popular music, ...

What do “Wichita Lineman,” “Close To You,” “Julia,” and “Alone Again Naturally” have in common? Jazz-level chord progressions hiding in plain sight. In this video, we break down how songwriters like ...

Inspired by Jimi Hendrix’s bold use of the dominant 7#9 on “Purple Haze,” this twist on that famous voicing adds raw energy to your jazz and blues playing. Try it and see how it transforms your sound.

Samantha Fish will headline the 2025 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival on Aug. 16. The Grammy-nominated blues guitarist is one of five acts in the lineup announced Thursday. Admission is free for the ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images In this lesson, I’d like to discuss playing over what’s known as a I - VI - ...

Mojo Collins and Triple Vision in performance at the Pioneer Theater. Mojo Collins, guitar; Chris Jolly, drums; Bill Jolly bass. (Photos by Kip Tabb/OBV) OBX Got Talent winner, Grace Waters performing ...

You know you're doing something right as a musician when a particular chord or chord progression gets named after you. Take for instance the Hendrix Chord (that's a dominant seven chord with a sharp ...

The dog days of August will give way to cool musical sounds once again in downtown Springfield this summer. The third version of The Springfield Jazz and Blues Festival, presented by the Kiwanis Club, ...

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