Tag Archives: rhythm guitarist

In Bands, Does the Lead Guitarist Also Write Rhythm Guitar, Even if There is a Rhythm Guitarist?

Jul 22nd, 2011

In Bands, Does the Lead Guitarist Also Write Rhythm Guitar, Even if There is a Rhythm Guitarist?

What’s this week’s lead guitar question? Let’s dive straight in… Question: Me and my friend are in a debate, so I want to see what other people think Answer: dude thats not how songs are written. good bands will have everyone be able to write a part whether its on guitar, bass drums keyboard or vocals

Kind of Long Guitar Question. Lead Tone?

May 30th, 2011

Kind of Long Guitar Question. Lead Tone?

This week’s question is a good one. Let’s have a look: Question: It will take a while to explain but here it is: It has to do with guitar/amps and tone. I’m in a band and have been a guitarist for at least five years now. My band covers "Free Bird". We just played a gig last [...]

In a Band, Which is More Important? A Rhythm Guitarist or a Lead Guitar Player?

Oct 28th, 2010

In a Band, Which is More Important? A Rhythm Guitarist or a Lead Guitar Player?

We’ve had a reader question come in on the subject of lead guitar. Let’s take a look: Question: Please explain why. Answer: The designation between "lead" and "rhythm" guitarist is really a pretty stupid and pointless one. All it really means is that one guy plays chords and one guy plays solos or a melody. Things aren’t usually [...]