An analysis of this great funk band that was active and very popular in the '70ties. Most of this lesson is based on one of their most popular songs "What is hip".

Bluesy fusion emphasizing the raking technique

100% alternate picking and all you have to watch for is rhythm and palm muting. There are a couple of slow backing tracks in case you're new to galloping so you can star off slowly.

Downpicking / rhythm etude.

Make your rhythm guitar sound massive with this tight chord progression.

Use the bottleneck to create solo melodies.

8 variations of power chords, that have been used in rock and metal music for years.

Work on your funk guitar skills in a big band context.

Power rock song featuring slide playing of melodies and rhythm.