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So many contemporary guitarists cite Steve Howe as an integral influence on their playing. Why you ask? To begin with, Howe is so proficient that you'll find him playing styles such as: classical, flamenco, country, jazz and rock. As a result, his compositions incorporate all of the various styles into a sound that can only be called progressive.

SMG Profile: Guitar Virtuoso Steve Howe

October 31, 2011

So many contemporary guitarists cite Steve Howe as an integral influence on their playing. Why you ask? To begin with, Howe is so proficient that you’ll find him playing styles such as: classical, flamenco, country, jazz and rock. As a result, his compositions incorporate all of the various styles into a sound that can only […]

Features, Legends, Musicians, Progressive

Chet Atkins, Les Paul, Queen, Yes

When it comes to guitarists, no two are the same! The same can be said of guitars. Take it to the next step and you will find that there is a distinct difference in the ease of playing between a typical electric guitar versus an acoustic. These guys are the masters of the acoustic guitar. Who do you think is the best?

SMG Poll: Who is the Best Acoustic Guitarist?

May 6, 2011

When it comes to guitarists, no two are the same! The same can be said of guitars. Take it to the next step and you will find that there is a distinct difference in the ease of playing between a typical electric guitar versus an acoustic. These guys are the masters of the acoustic guitar. […]

Features, Genres, Guitars, Musicians, Polls

Chet Atkins, Django Reinhardt, Don Ross, Erik Mongrain, Justin King, Lenny Breau, Michael Hedges, Phil Keaggy, Stephen Bennett, Tommy Emmanual