Introducing modern funk lead guitar concepts in this lesson. Although funk guitar is mostly about rhythm, there is certainly a good lead aspect as well, specially in the modern times. Not only is this modern aspect of funk lead playing good sounding in funk, but in many other types of music, blending with several other styles and pushing the boundaries into fusion music.

This lesson covers funk rhythm guitar but using techniques and tones that are dominant in modern music. These examples of modern funk guitar playing can give you some directions on where to go if you want to develop a funky style without necessarily sounding "vintage".

Learn some smooth modern moves for Blues, Funk, and RnB soloing

Learn how to combine melodic pieces with riff work.

Sequence of grooves based on the C# Dorian mode!

Funk Rock etude inspired by Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jane's addiction and Audioslave.

Learn how to spice up regular chords with new voicings and picking patterns to make them sound fresh.

Learn how to play modern country solos.

Today we will study a bit of blues, the soul and foundation of rock guitar.