One thing you can do to help yourself get used to the stretch involved in power chords is to start up high on the neck (closer to the body), say at th...

Yup. Wes's suggestions look good. That's a pretty nice under $300 setup.And work on your parents for off-season lessons. They will get you started on ...

Thanks for the words of support guys!I talked to a friend at work whos opinion I highly value about the new guitar. (He actually toured with Stevie Wo...

This is going to sound contrary to some other advice, but this is what *I* did... (starting brand new at the age of 38)Look at the "getting started", ...

Thanks. I'll have to see if I can find my digital camera.I don't know if I'm keeping it yet.I tried a bunch of different guitars last night. It starte...

Sheesh!You're right. Everyone is so depressing recently. :shock: First, I really like the chorus. It's simple and effective. :)I did get a bit lost t...

Hmm...I'm certainly not a veteran, a poet, nor a proper lyricist. But I'll give it a go...(and will probably not agree with anyone here).IMO...lyrics ...

I like it.My only comment would be on the end of the third verse. Up to then, it's a fight against urban sprawl, but "Your barn and house will disappe...

Thanks for the positive words guys. I *was* going for more of a gospel feel. Which is why I said hokey.dhodge..good catch. That is the way I sang it, ...

What pearl says is exactly true.Also...(not to sound like a broken record)...If you are taking lessons, talk to your teacher about it. It also may be ...