#guthrie trapp

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How to Solo on Guitar (Without Sounding Like Scales)

Here’s a little insight to soloing from square one. Focusing on the key chord tones. The rest of the notes are connector or passing notes. To get from one chord tone to the next. It’s all about the resolve. Keep it simple and have fun!

Guitaring starts around 2:30...

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“One of the Absolute Best:” Mavericks Co-founder and Frontman Raul Malo Dies at 60

Mavericks co-founder and frontman Raul Malo has died at 60.

Malo, who died Dec. 8, was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2024 but continued to perform as much as possible until metastasis forced him off the road earlier this year. The Mavericks announced his death “with the deepest grief.”

“Anyone with the pleasure of being in Raul’s orbit knew that he was a force of human nature, with an infectious energy,” the band said.

“We lost one of the absolute best yesterday,” Guthrie Trapp said in a statement.

“Raul Malo was such a badass in every single way and his talents run far deeper than most realize. He will be greatly missed, but left a huge mark with his music. … He lived and breathed soul and swagger. Rest well, Brother. “

The Mavericks released 13 albums between 1990 and 2024, with Malo recording nearly a dozen solo LPs during band’s hiatuses.

“His incredible voice has captivated us for decades and the music of the Mavericks will be a part of the fabric of Americana forever,” the Americana Music Association said in a statement.

Former Mavericks bassist Ed Friedland recalled his eight years with the band - which had “the most dedicated fan base I’ve ever encountered” - in eulogizing Malo.

“The outpouring of love he generated from an audience was an incredible thing to experience, the music was always fun, the shows were epic and the memories will last forever,” Friedland wrote on social media.

12/9/25

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Multi-instrumentalist David Lindley, Best Known for Work with Jackson Browne, Dies at 78

- “The world of music lost an icon today,” guitarist Guthrie Trapp says

David Lindley, the multi-instrumentalist best known for his work with Jackson Browne, has died at 78, the Los Angeles Times reports.

No cause was given.

“The world of music lost an icon today,” Guthrie Trapp said. “One of the deepest and most unique players ever. My musical expression would not be the same without the influence of David Lindley. He was a master.”

Lindley played such a wide variety of stringed instruments, Acoustic Guitar magazine once called him a “maxi-instrumentalist.”

“I’m gonna fix up my (Lindley-) autographed lap steel and cry all over it,” Carolyn Wonderland said.

Jason Isbell called Lindley’s death “a huge one,” in a post on Twitter.

“Without his influence, my music would sound completely different,” Isbell said. “I was genuinely obsessed with his playing from the first time I heard it. The man was a giant.”

In addition to his work with Browne - that’s Lindley singing falsetto on “Stay” - Lindley toured and recorded with his cousin Linda Ronstadt, Ry Cooder, Bonnie Raitt, Crosby and Nash, Warren Zevon and others.

“He was the sweetest, most down-to-Earth person you could ever meet,” Zevon’s son, Jordan, said of Lindley.

“Very sad.”

Mark Karan said he was “devastated” at the death of “one of my all-time musicians.”

“His roots music, song curation and all the awesome ethnic music influences he brought to the party made him such a special and beloved musician for us lovers of the eclectic,” the former RatDog guitarist said.

After leaving Browne’s band, Lindley formed El Rayo-X and released solo albums among his other projects.

“May David Lindley rest in peace and love,” Todd Rundgren’s Spirit of Harmony Foundation said.

3/3/23

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Guthrie Trapp - The Pentatonic Myth (and more)

Here's a little clip to hopefully clarify a little misconception about the pentatonic scale. Also a take on one of my favorite songs ever. 

 Website - https://guthrietrapp.com

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The Secret To Guitar Has Been Hiding In Plain Sight

Most guitar players spend years memorizing scales, licks, and random patterns without ever truly understanding how the instrument connects together. The real secret to guitar has been hiding in plain sight the entire time… inside the chord framework itself. Here’s a little insight to that approach.

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Rhumba Blues Guitar Secrets With Guthrie Trapp 

He breaks down the classic G to D7 movement that drives the groove, shows how to lock into that rhythmic pulse, and drops a BB King–inspired lick that brings the whole feel to life. You’ll see how these simple shapes open the door to expressive phrasing, soulful bends, and that unmistakable blues flavor.

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Pentatonic Freedom Using This Easy Method for Guitar

Here’s some ideas for soloing on the chord changes to “Blame It On The Sun” by Stevie Wonder. This is a great platform for utilizing the chord shapes, arpeggios, scales and ear training!

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Learn THIS And SAVE 20 Years

Here’s a great way to start building a surefire foundation to never get lost and play confidently all over the fretboard. Learn the chord shapes and see those notes like constellations. When you play you’ll see this all connect WAY faster.