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The Blues Guitar Show

Ben Martin
Blues Guitar
Music Theory
Blues Music
Guitar Techniques
Minor Pentatonic Scale
Guitar Playing
Minor Pentatonic
Rock and Roll
Hill Country Blues
Fingerpicking
Slide Guitar
Double Stops
Improvisation
Delta Blues
Blues Guitar Techniques
Acoustic Blues
Chord Tones
Minor Scale
Electric Guitar
Chuck Berry

Welcome to The Blues Guitar Show! Your free audio guitar teacher, focusing on all things blues guitar, records, rocking music theory and gear.Covering all the genres in the Blues world from Delta to Rockabilly.Each Monday I release an episode packed with information, exercises, songs, licks and interviews with some of the best players around to give you Passion, Practice and Perseverance for your ... more

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Ben Martin interviews fingerstyle guitarist and Stringworks creator Kyle Orla about learning traditional blues, teaching from original recordings, and the musical and historical context behind the players. Orla explains how active listening, patient ... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Orla
Fingerstyle guitarist, teacher and creator of Stringworks
Stringworks
Episode: Episode #267 Talkin' Acoustic Blues with Kyle Orla
Seth Rosenbloom
A fantastic blues guitarist and singer, known for his album 'As The Crow Flies'.
True Fire
Episode: THROWBACK POD Episode #177 Talking Guitar Solos and Music with Seth Rosenbloom
David Hamburger
Artist, teacher, award-winning author, composer, and producer
Self-employed musician and educator
Episode: THROWBACK POD Episode #109 David Hamburger Talks Acoustic Blues
Jon Button
Session bassist who has played with The Who, Shakira, Sheryl Crow, Roger Daltrey, etc.
Independent/session musician
Episode: THROWBACK POD! Episode #134 Jon Button on playing bass in The Who
Amani Burnham
Blues guitarist featured on Roots and Wings
Blind Pig Records
Episode: Episode #254 Amani Burnham Interview
Tim Love
Guitarist and guitar teacher
Episode: Episode #252 Talking Practice Tips with Tim Love
Johan Borgh
One of the best modern slide guitarists
Episode: Episode #247 Lessons From The Slide Master - Johan Borgh
Carl Bradychok
A Michigan native known as Rockabilly's newest guitar wizard by Vintage Guitar Magazine, exceptional guitarist, drummer, and songwriter.
Episode: Episode #212 Carl Bradychok - Talkin' Rockabilly
Thomas Heppell
Fantastic blues guitarist and singer, solo artist, and frontman for the Thomas Heppell Band
Thomas Heppell Band
Episode: Episode #195 Thomas Heppell Interview

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Ben Martin
Host of The Blues Guitar Show, with multiple active references across platforms and affiliations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Tune in and learn

    My playing has gotten so much better since listening to Ben. I always find something in each show that I can pull out and apply to my guitar playing. 🤘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EZ Eddie10
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    From Spotify: This podcast is Brilliant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    benmartinmusic
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • My favorite podcast of all!

    I’ve listened to this podcast since the very first episode. I’ve learned so much from Ben—he presents information in such a simple and informative manner.

    Ben—some episode ideas:

    - Classic slide licks, perhaps artist

    - Turnaround variations

    - Understanding timing (4/4, 6/8 etc)

    - Advice for playing live (especially if you haven’t done much before)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkMNC
    United States3 years ago
  • You won’t get the blues here

    This podcast is brilliant. Ben’s innovative approach to scales and licks make it so easy to learn the blues. I found the free stuff so good I signed up for the plus membership and it is the best value tuition available. You will learn the blues but be happy doing it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JLC19626
    Australia3 years ago
  • Great Stuff

    Ben is a great teacher. Personal growth and improvement are easy with Ben’s way of instruction.

    Thanks Ben!!!

    Rick watson

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiltedson
    United States3 years ago

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Great for new players looking for structured guidance and inspiration.
Consistently informative and easy to follow for beginners and intermediates alike.
Helps me improve my guitar technique with concise, actionable tips.
High-quality teaching voice; gear context adds real-world usefulness.
Listener-friendly production and strong host expertise make it a reliable learning resource.

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Episode #267 Talkin' Acoustic Blues with Kyle Orla
Q: Do you find it harder to learn the actual version?
Orla says it is not hard for him, partly because his drumming background made rhythm intuitive. He distinguishes between what he teaches and what he performs, and says he wants students to hear what the original player did before deciding whether to change it.
Episode #267 Talkin' Acoustic Blues with Kyle Orla
Q: How do you go about breaking down traditional blues for students?
Orla encourages students to listen actively to original recordings, learn common chord grips and right-hand patterns, and spend time playing and listening consistently. He says patience and familiarity with the music help overcome barriers such as recording quality and unfamiliar techniques.
Episode #257 Your Questions Answered
Q: How should I approach improvising to create rhythm and soul?
Focus on melody and phrasing rather than the number of notes; listen to great blues solos, learn to sing or hum your intended lick, and practice over a backing track to internalize musical flow.
Episode #257 Your Questions Answered
Q: How can I move from bedroom hero to onstage hero without dryness or fear?
Treat stage prep like live training: simulate high-pressure scenarios at home, record performances to build confidence, and gradually increase live exposure while ensuring you can complete songs in a single take.
Episode #257 Your Questions Answered
Q: What strings do you use on your Telecaster?
On all electrics I use D'Addario eights, which are comfortable for bending and keep the tone balanced; on acoustics I prefer Earthwood Ultralights/Light with a short scale for easier bending.

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The show centers on practical blues guitar instruction, with a strong emphasis on technique, gear, and scenario-based learning. Episodes cover core guitar fundamentals, rhythm, and theory through clear, actionable guidance, personal anecdotes, and interviews with players and builders. The host consistently blends teaching with gear insights, live-show experiences, and discussions of historical influences, making it a reliable resource for players who want to level up while staying plugged into gear and performance culture. A standout trait is the approachable teaching voice paired with long-form explorations of style and history, which helps both beginners and intermediate players build confidence and craft without feeling overwhelmed.

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Recent guests on The Blues Guitar Show include:

1. Kyle Orla
2. Seth Rosenbloom
3. David Hamburger
4. Jon Button
5. Amani Burnham
6. Tim Love
7. Johan Borgh
8. Carl Bradychok

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