"Fuck you. I won't do what you tell me. " - Rage Against The Machine.
Don't you hate it when people tell you what you must do? It doesn't matter what part of my life it happens in, I can't stand it. It pushes all the wrong buttons.
Well, recently there seems to have been a massive increase in posts on YouTube and Twitter that start with .... "The 4 scales/chords/techniques/licks every guitarist must know..." or similar claptrap.
It is really poor teaching technique and shameless clickbait.
So in retaliation, here are three things that will make sure you get what YOU really need.
1. Have fun. Play things you enjoy. For the vast majority of guitar players, having fun is where it's at. Learn stuff that helps you have more fun. This will help you get what you want out of playing.
2. Songs not studies. Whatever you learn, make sure it takes you to a song that you like. Techniques are important but they are not entertainment and they don't impress anyone for longer than a few seconds, whereas a song keeps everyone happy for a few minutes. Nobody ever shouted for more techniques.
3. Ask "why do I need to learn this?". This is straight from justinguitar.com . If you don't know the answer then don't learn it until you do. The guy from Stitch Method does/explains this really well.
That's it. Use these tips to create your own 'must learn' lists. All those other posts are mostly people rehashing stuff that THEY know rather than what YOU need.
