“White Heat” is red hot from the first bar and doesn’t let up. Interesting that someone hearing it for the first time wouldn’t even associate it with Wills’ group, or Western Swing in general, until the steel guitar hits those first chords 30 seconds into the track. The next clue...
If you have ever heard the sound of rhythm guitar in a good western swing band, you may have wondered how the guitarist achieved that unique chordal sound. While the song might be a simple one--playable with only two or three chords--the western swing guitarist changes chords every two be...
Unlock Your Guitar Potential with "51 Western Swing Licks" by Dan Smith Western Swing has always been revered for its distinctive blend of country, jazz, and blues elements, creating a sound that's both infectious and technically demanding. With "51 Western Swing Licks" byDan Smith, now avail...
A groovin', rockin' tribute to the amazing Jesse "Ed" Davis (early Taj Mahal) feel-good guitar style. by recently-formed west coast outfit with rich acoustic tones taking advantage of some stellar but lately idle players: Tim Eschliman, Candy Girard, Bowen Brown, Beau Bradbury, Gary Potterto...