Hey Reader At its core, Blue Suede Shoes is a 12-bar blues. That classic formula became the foundation of rock, funk, soul—you name it. Now you can play it yourself. 👉 [Download the chord sheet for Blue Suede Shoes] Once you’ve got this one under your fingers, you’ll notice how similar structures appear across countless iconic songs. If you want to expand on that and learn 200+ ways to funk up your playing, my Chord Progression eBook is waiting for you: $9.00 Funk Chord Progressions Vol. 1...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Ever wondered why Just the Two of Us feels so smooth? It’s the extended chords. They create a jazzy warmth while keeping the groove flowing—perfect for funk and soul players. That’s why today’s freebie is so important: 👉 [Download the chord sheet for Just the Two of Us] Study the shapes. Experiment with rhythm. Notice how each chord adds color. Want more?? This is the kind of detail we dive into every lesson in the Skool of Funk Guitar. If you want to build your groove and chord...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Few songs capture an era like the Bee Gees’ “Stayin’ Alive” (1977). It’s not just a disco anthem — it’s one of the most instantly recognisable grooves in music history. And yes… it works beautifully on guitar. Some quick facts about the track: 🎵 It was written for the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack and became an instant classic. 🎵 The driving 4/4 beat and falsetto vocals helped define the disco sound worldwide. 🎵 Its chord movement is simple but powerful — making it perfect for...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hey, Reader Few songs capture the spirit of funk quite like “Le Freak” by Chic (1978). It’s one of the most iconic disco-funk tracks of all time – with Nile Rodgers’ razor-sharp rhythm guitar driving the entire groove. Here are a few things you might not know about Le Freak: 🎵 It became Chic’s biggest hit, selling over 7 million copies worldwide. 🎵 The riff was originally written after the band was turned away from Studio 54 on New Year’s Eve 🎵 Nile Rodgers’ rhythm part is a masterclass in...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader In 1991, Prince released Diamonds and Pearls. Buried in that record was a smooth little track called “Cream.” Within weeks, it hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 — one of Prince’s last chart-toppers. What’s fascinating is how simple it is. Just a few chords, a laid-back rhythm guitar, and space for Prince’s voice to glide. It’s not overcomplicated funk — it’s funk stripped to its essence. That makes it perfect for guitarists like us to study. I’ve created a free chord sheet so you can...
16 days ago • 1 min read