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Ed Sheeran’s Rhythm Secrets | Thinking Out Loud Guitar Lesson
Free PDF: www.simplyguitar.com/thinking-out-loud/
Blimey, do you remember when this came out? I can't believe it's over 10 years. Welcome to this guitar lesson on how to play Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran and importantly today we are looking at the Rhythmic elements that make the song shine.
0:00 Intro
0:25 Capo 2nd Fret
0:30 Key of the Song
0:54 Verse Chords
1:40 Verse Rhythm
2:30 Percussive Hits
3:18 Pre Chorus
5:00 Chorus Chords
6:06 Melody Pentatonic
7:53 Improvisation Pentatonic
8:41 Chord and Improv - together!
Really hope you enjoy this one - let me know how you get on in the comments?!
#guitar #guitarlessons #edsheeran #chords #rhythm
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One Song, One Shape: Fly Me to the Moon | Guitar Lesson
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Free PDF: www.simplyguitar.com/fly-me-to-the-moon-d-shapes/ Hi everybody! Are you stuck playing E and A shape barre chords? Well .... why don't we expand into our D shapes. I put this lesson together on how to play Fly Me To The Moon using only our D Shapes - there's a bit of improvisation and solo practice in there as well, so stick around until the end of the video! Hope you enjoy it, let me ...
Chords that make Viva La Vida | Coldplay Guitar Lesson
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Free PDF: www.simplyguitar.com/viva-la-vida-coldplay-howard-stern/ Hey guys! Did you see Chris Martin play Viva La Vida on the Howard Stern show? Here's a quick lesson I put together for it. It was a request from one of the channel viewers. Please enjoy the lesson and let me know how you got on in the comments! I am aware of the audio issue with the guitar mic and have fixed this problem. Who k...
These EASY chords are beautiful!
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Welcome to this lesson on how to play Easy by the Commodores. In this guitar lesson I will show you the chords, melody and some improvising tips to make you a better guitar player. Even if you are a beginner looking for a simple lesson you will find something here even for the more advanced players. 0:00 Welcome 0:25 Intro Chords & Main Theme 1:59 Another way.. 3:00 Verse 3:46 Chorus 4:39 Playt...
Merry Xmas (War Is Over) Easy Guitar Lesson
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What a song! It's a great one for Christmas. I hope you like this quick beginner lesson on how to play 'Merry Xmas (War Is Over) by John Lennon and Yoko Ono. There are some great suspended and extended chords in this - but mostly open shapes! Did you enjoy it? Please let me know in the comments! I'd love to hear how you got on. For more lessons visit www.simplyguitar.com
Play it just like Chris Martin | Yellow Guitar Lesson
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Hey guys! Great to have you here. Today I have a fun guitar lesson for you on Yellow by Coldplay. This is a super acoustic guitar song which I hope this is a simple way for you to play it just like Chris Martin! There are some great chords in this I really hope you enjoy it! 0:00 Intro 0:32 Tuning 0:49 Verse Demo 1:18 Chords 2:08 Strumming Basics 5:37 Chorus Chords 7:06 Rhythmic Strumming 8:52 ...
Defying Gravity | Easy Beginner Guitar Lesson
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Hey guys! Have you seen the new Wicked film with Ariana Grande? Here's my favourite song from the film, Defying Gravity. It's an easy how to play guitar version for beginners, if you would like me to do a more indepth tutorial just let me know, I really hope you enjoy this one! Tell me in the comments if you enjoyed this lesson or your favourite part of the film More guitar lessons at www.simpl...
Last Christmas by WHAM | Simply Guitar Lesson
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Hey guys! In this video we learn how to play Last Christmas by WHAM .... i'm using a loop pedal, we will look at the basic open chords and then go into some suspended and 7th chords to make it a bit more interesting. We will play the melody and finally add some triads over the top to give it a finishing touch. Really hope you enjoy this one? Let me know how you got on in the comments. For more ...
Ain't No Sunshine By Bill Withers | Simply Guitar Lesson
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Welcome to another Simply Guitar lesson! I’m Greg, and today we’ll explore the classic “Ain’t No Sunshine” by Bill Withers. I hope you enjoy it! Here’s the full breakdown: ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 0:32 - Chords 4:20 - Playthrough Example 5:00 - Chromatic Walkdown 5:55 - Melody 7:32 - Quarter Tone Bend 10:15 - Improvisation Ideas Whether you’re advancing your chord work or learning to ex...
SEPTEMBER is the holy grail of funk strumming
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🎵 Download Tabs: www.simplyguitar.com/why-september-is-the-holy-grail-of-funk-strumming/ 🎸 Timestamps Intro: 0:00 Main Riff: 0:32 G/A Chord: 1:34 Verse Tips: 2:16 Chorus Tips: 2:38 Octave Part FUNK STRUMMING (Guitar 2): 2:47 Super Snazzy Verse 3 Lick: 5:38 Play with TABS: 6:26 📌 Learn the secrets of funk strumming and why "September" is the perfect song to get you grooving! Why You Should Watch...
Rock And Roll All Nite by KISS Guitar Cover with TABS
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Download Tabs Here: www.simplyguitar.com/rock-and-roll-all-nite/ Hope you enjoy this one guys! #rock #guitarlesson #guitar #tabs
How to play the Minor Blues Scale (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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How to play the Minor Blues Scale (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
How to play the G Major Scale (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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How to play the G Major Scale (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
How to play the G Minor Pentatonic (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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How to play the G Minor Pentatonic (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
How to play the Natural Minor Scale (Three Note Per String) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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How to play the Natural Minor Scale (Three Note Per String) | Simply Guitar Lesson
How to play G7 | Easy Chord Lesson
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How to play G7 | Easy Chord Lesson
How to play E7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
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How to play E7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
How to play D7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
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How to play D7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
How to play C7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
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How to play C7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
How to play A7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
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How to play A7 | Beginners Dominant Chord
How to: Minor Barre Chord (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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How to: Minor Barre Chord (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
Minor Arpeggio Lesson (E String Root) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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Minor Arpeggio Lesson (E String Root) | Simply Guitar Lesson
Major Barre Chord (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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Major Barre Chord (E Shape) | Simply Guitar Lesson
Major Arpeggio Lesson (E String Root) | Simply Guitar Lesson
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Major Arpeggio Lesson (E String Root) | Simply Guitar Lesson
How to play G Minor Pentatonic | Beginners Guitar Lesson
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How to play G Minor Pentatonic | Beginners Guitar Lesson
How to play E Natural Minor Scale | Beginners Guitar Lesson
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How to play E Natural Minor Scale | Beginners Guitar Lesson
How to play G Major Scale | Beginners Scale
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How to play G Major Scale | Beginners Scale
How to play C Minor Pentatonic | Beginners Movable Scale
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How to play C Minor Pentatonic | Beginners Movable Scale
How to play G5 | Beginners Power Chord
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How to play G5 | Beginners Power Chord
How to play A5 | Beginners Power Chord
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How to play A5 | Beginners Power Chord

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  • @lewisaveryfiler7087
    @lewisaveryfiler7087 8 днів тому

    Well done! Thanks for posting . . . But no matter how creative a person is, or how hard they work, there is always a little kid in China that can do it better (lol) . . . ua-cam.com/video/ee0azRhL9yY/v-deo.html She even teaches how to play it . . . ua-cam.com/video/AfIDtXInI10/v-deo.html

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 8 днів тому

      Wonderful! Amazing talent. I have subscribed!!!

    • @lewisaveryfiler7087
      @lewisaveryfiler7087 8 днів тому

      @@SimplyGuitarLessons As you work your way through her videos you will she has great technique and skills and can play all genres of music all from her disciplined practice routines. This lesson cracks me up. Check out her expression when she gets up to 130bpm. She knows she nailed it! ua-cam.com/video/LaEJ3nAWC9Y/v-deo.html

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 8 днів тому

      @@lewisaveryfiler7087 It is simply wonderful ...... I have found a new rabbit hole for my youtube!

    • @lewisaveryfiler7087
      @lewisaveryfiler7087 6 днів тому

      @@SimplyGuitarLessons Hotel California - All the parts by herself. ua-cam.com/video/JSfIAvxp0ME/v-deo.html

  • @martynonions6268
    @martynonions6268 10 днів тому

    Excellent 👌 thanks 🙏

  • @Toughman81
    @Toughman81 11 днів тому

    Wonderfull

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      Thanks so much for the comment and being here. Glad you enjoyed it !

  • @annixfishfeet
    @annixfishfeet 12 днів тому

    OH MY GOD THIS IS SO HELPFUL PMFG!?😭😭😭 TYSM FOR THISSS

  • @simbaraf
    @simbaraf 14 днів тому

    bravissimo lavoro eccellente ...ti seguo ....

  • @noodledream
    @noodledream 15 днів тому

    The vibes are off the charts in this video. I really enjoyed your improv as well; Any resources you would recommend for learning to improv? Appreciate the great content! Hope you have a nice Christmas if you celebrate :)

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      Hope you had a great Christmas! Thanks for the message, I have a 'starting to improvise' course on my site - but do you know your minor pentatonic scale? You should find a guitar backing track and try and play along to the first section of the course in this. Really hope it helps, thanks for the comment.

  • @MustafaBaabad
    @MustafaBaabad 15 днів тому

    Thanks for this beautiful song "Easy" by Commodore / Lionel Ritchie. Cheers from Indonesia.

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      You are super welcome! Indonesia! That's amazing to hear from you, thank you for getting involved.

  • @ousnikpolley
    @ousnikpolley 16 днів тому

    Thank you! This is awesome! Can you do a tutorial for Viva La Vida on the Howard Stern show too?

  • @Muba.93
    @Muba.93 16 днів тому

    Hey! This version sounds absolutely gorgeous, it’s one of my favourite CP songs. Also you are straight to the point thanks for that. You have a bunch of Christmas songs on your channel too, just what I was looking for. Guess who’s gonna be your number one viewer for the next few days 😅

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 16 днів тому

      @@Muba.93 hey! this is such a great comment, I’m glad you liked the vids… it’s strange, talking to the camera not knowing if anyone is listening but here you are! if you have any song idea let me know. thanks for the comment 👌🏼😃

  • @calneon6549
    @calneon6549 16 днів тому

    Your first video was I Want You Back on acoustic. It would be so cool to have an acoustic tutorial of that song!

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 16 днів тому

      @@calneon6549 blimey! I’ve just checked this and what.. 9 years ago! Thanks for the encouragement and I’ll add this to the list. 👌🏼

    • @calneon6549
      @calneon6549 16 днів тому

      Keep up the great work! I think the I Want You Back arrangement you played would be too tricky but a more simplified version would be amazing!

  • @Numocron
    @Numocron 17 днів тому

    Wow this just a wonderful guitar lesson I love it❤️😍🥰🎶🎸

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      Rock on! Thanks for the comment, it's great to have you here :D

    • @Numocron
      @Numocron 11 днів тому

      @ You’re very welcome. Much love.❤️

  • @shermanrichardson4440
    @shermanrichardson4440 18 днів тому

    I would love to see the more difficult version

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      Well then, it looks like i'm making it!!! Thanks for the visit.

  • @erickcalvillo1472
    @erickcalvillo1472 24 дні тому

    This is actually my favorite song!! Thanks for teaching it in a very sweet way!!

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 23 дні тому

      You're super welcome, I hope you enjoy playing it this Christmas !!!!

  • @JakeCrawfordOfficial
    @JakeCrawfordOfficial 24 дні тому

    Great tutorial

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 23 дні тому

      Hi Jake, thanks so much for letting me know how you got on. It's really encouraging for me to make more tutorials 🎸😍

  • @selfactualizer2099
    @selfactualizer2099 24 дні тому

    can you transpose simplified versions of more difficult songs

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 23 дні тому

      I would love to, do you have any ideas about some good songs?

  • @chrisayres5050
    @chrisayres5050 24 дні тому

    But Yngwie Malmsteen lives in Eb 😂 👍 dude neber used standard or even Drop D tuninh in his life but yeah no need to tune down most of the time if you know the root note 🎵

  • @Bruwtf
    @Bruwtf 24 дні тому

    why when I lightly press on my guitar strings it makes noise without even strumming the guitar? I don't know if it's me or what

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 24 дні тому

      @@Bruwtf this is probably where you need to do some right hand muting - it just means you would touch the strings with your picking hand to make sure they don’t ring, does that help?

    • @Bruwtf
      @Bruwtf 23 дні тому

      @ I’m going to see if that helps I broke a string so I have to replace it

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 23 дні тому

      @@Bruwtf I have a video on how to change strings on my website in the pick up the guitar course 😁

  • @matiascarrazco2149
    @matiascarrazco2149 25 днів тому

    Todo por mi SYDA AAAA

  • @simbaraf
    @simbaraf 26 днів тому

    bravissimo chitarrista e insegnante ........molto pratico e diretto ........... i miei complimenti .....e auguri per una vita piena di musica .................

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 26 днів тому

      Thank you so much for being here and leaving a comment. I am glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @whoisthecoppacnk
    @whoisthecoppacnk 27 днів тому

    Fantastic playing. Liked and subbed

  • @Chicken853
    @Chicken853 29 днів тому

    One question when I bend my planted finger bends the string a little so it’s out of tune for the pull offs

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 28 днів тому

      Hey, this is a good point. I know what you mean - I'm sorry to say it's just a bit of dedication keeping that finger still and the finger shouldn't move on the string up and down. Great comment and thanks for watching !

    • @Chicken853
      @Chicken853 28 днів тому

      @ ok thank you

  • @davedjoparto6112
    @davedjoparto6112 Місяць тому

    u tha main thx looking for this for ages

  • @mrclaw4715
    @mrclaw4715 Місяць тому

    and just like that the stress is gone

  • @mewuini
    @mewuini Місяць тому

    Which pedals do u use?

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 23 дні тому

      Hi buddy, I use a helix LT - I really only use a Fender Twin amp simulator with a tube screamer or OCD drive pedal for the rock tunes! Thanks for the comment!

  • @thepoweroftheweed2215
    @thepoweroftheweed2215 Місяць тому

    Fun fact: that extension works on Spotify (web player) too

  • @CyclingMartialartswithMusic
    @CyclingMartialartswithMusic Місяць тому

    I dont know it seems like my ears are so used to Eb. To the point standard songs I feel like I should still do it in Eb.

  • @patrickswinkels2107
    @patrickswinkels2107 Місяць тому

    Nice job, great sound.👌

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      Thank you! It's great to have you here, hope you are enjoying the videos.

  • @Bladeplayer50
    @Bladeplayer50 Місяць тому

    1.6k views and only 40 likes! What's wrong with you people?!!! This guy has spent a great deal of time preparing this, and you can't even spare a second to 'Like' it!! This was great! Thank you so much.

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons Місяць тому

      @@Bladeplayer50 what a great comment to wake up to! You are super welcome, I loved making this one!

    • @Bladeplayer50
      @Bladeplayer50 Місяць тому

      @@SimplyGuitarLessons Yeh, it's a great track, right. I've previously struggled with a few bits trying to learn this, but your lesson has put me straight. Thanks again. Oh, and you've gained another subscriber!

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons Місяць тому

      @@Bladeplayer50 There's so much detail in it, I made a tool to help me transcribe on my site -www.simplyguitar.com/youtube-slow-downer/ its free to use so if you find it useful check it out!!! Thanks for the sub

  • @williamcampbell163
    @williamcampbell163 Місяць тому

    10 gauge strings E flat tuning on strat.Get the best of both worlds.Sounds more musical and plays great.Cant stand G and R or that crappy song.Singer if thats what you call him...horrible.😢

  • @AndrewMooreLearningLicks
    @AndrewMooreLearningLicks Місяць тому

    Sweet this one is great

  • @AndrewMooreLearningLicks
    @AndrewMooreLearningLicks Місяць тому

    Great thanks, nice and handy

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      Great to have you here!!! Hope you enjoy all of the new videos.

  • @thiagoglino
    @thiagoglino Місяць тому

    My band plays ALL songs in Eb tuning even drop Db! This is the most nonsense advice ever! Early musicians, don’t listen to this kind of stuff… respect the song, the tunings, there is a reason for this Eb tuning, the vocals!

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      We all have an opinion so thank you for the comment, although I think that teaching students to transpose the music rather than the tuning is a useful tip - and it works both ways ;-)

  • @andymcintyre3206
    @andymcintyre3206 Місяць тому

    This is awful advice, using different tunings helps you develop an ear.

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 11 днів тому

      We all have an opinion so thank you for the comment, although I think that teaching students to transpose the music rather than the tuning is a useful tip - and it works both ways ;-)

  • @angelsimmons1874
    @angelsimmons1874 Місяць тому

    Ur a legend brother

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons Місяць тому

      @@angelsimmons1874 Hey, I’m glad you enjoyed the video thanks for being here!!

  • @maxsavian1166
    @maxsavian1166 Місяць тому

    thanks for help! keep up with your job, God bless!

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons Місяць тому

      You are super welcome, thank you for the comment and great to have you here!

  • @Paublinix
    @Paublinix Місяць тому

    because i have only one guitar, i have to use eb tuning on it so i can play songs that are in e tuning and d tuning and still sound at least decent since its a difference of only a microtone xd

  • @beepboopsxxhyk
    @beepboopsxxhyk Місяць тому

    Guilty as charged, this video feels like I'm getting scolded. I came back here to say that I didn't realize how big of a difference it was and now I sound a lot better. Thank u

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons Місяць тому

      That's no problem, i'm really glad to be able to help you! Keep it up !!!

  • @MaBe_Music
    @MaBe_Music 2 місяці тому

    only one mistake at 0:19. But very useable. Thanks!

  • @StephanieIacovetta
    @StephanieIacovetta 2 місяці тому

    Thank you, these are amazing videos. You show both, and i appreciate it as a beginner. Easiest way for me to learn ive found so far!

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 2 місяці тому

      Hi Stephanie, thank you so much for this comment. I'm really glad you enjoyed the videos and hopefully you can make some progress? All the best Greg

  • @martynfidler9055
    @martynfidler9055 2 місяці тому

    Excellent tutorial thanks,. We've just started learning this in my Covers band. Thanks for letting steal all your hard work😊

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 2 місяці тому

      Martyn, thank you for the comment. I'm glad this could help you ..... I had so much fun making this transcription, good luck in the band!

  • @TheShink
    @TheShink 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the Tab 💙 Tim is the Goat.

    • @SimplyGuitarLessons
      @SimplyGuitarLessons 3 місяці тому

      You are super welcome, hope you enjoy playing this one!

  • @bbbakken
    @bbbakken 3 місяці тому

    great tutorial. very very good

  • @Harry_Barnett
    @Harry_Barnett 3 місяці тому

    🎸🔥

  • @Davidlovesmusic311
    @Davidlovesmusic311 3 місяці тому

    Yngwie malmsteen plays in e-flat all the time and he rips

  • @Harry_Barnett
    @Harry_Barnett 3 місяці тому

    Great video tonight Greg 😄🎸

  • @ChrisSCS92
    @ChrisSCS92 3 місяці тому

    Fantastic lesson, thank you simply guitar!

  • @HairyMeteor
    @HairyMeteor 3 місяці тому

    Really nice breakdown of the song man, can’t wait to master it with the help of this video!

  • @adamconstantinou1020
    @adamconstantinou1020 3 місяці тому

    Really helpful tutorial, thank you!

  • @Vocalcraig
    @Vocalcraig 3 місяці тому

    So helpful thank you!

  • @theebassplayer
    @theebassplayer 3 місяці тому

    What a tune!