No. 298, October 2017

On the Cover: A lesson feature on Neil Young’s simple and singular style.

Songs:

• Neil Young - “Hitchhiker”
• The Beatles - “Mother Nature’s Son”
• Mariachi traditional - “El Cascabel”

Features: It’s a Mariachi revolution and you’re invited! Discover how mariachi is inspiring a revolution in music education, gain playing tips from Flor de Toloache’s guitarist Eunice Aparicio, and learn your guitarron from your vihuela in a handy gear guide. 8 Dreadnoughts Under $500.

Lessons:

• Color your chords with hammer-ons and pull-offs
• How to spin endless variations on a simple tune
• Learn to play the blues like Mississippi legend Skip James

Gear Reviews:

• Fender Fortis F-10BT.

Plus: A tribute to Bill Collings (1948–2017); The War on Drugs’ Adam Granduciel discusses the guitar work on the band’s new album.  Ask the Expert: Why is my guitar buzzing?