Rock History: The King of the Slide Guitar
Born in 1918, in Homes County, Mississippi, Elmore James is one of the earliest and most influential blues guitarists of the 20th Century. James was known for his haunting slide guitar, searing vocals, and indelible live performances.
For the full lesson, click on the PDF file below. To jam along with the backing track, click on the second link.
PDF: Simple Riff on the Fifth String
BACKING TRACK FULL SPEED:
BACKING TRACK 75% SPEED:
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