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Common Variations of 12 Bar Blues Chord Progressions

    The 12-bar blues is one of the most popular chord progressions in popular music, including the blues. The blues progression has a distinctive form in chord structure and duration. It is, at its most basic, based on the I-IV-V chords of a key.

    The 12 bar blues progression is the foundation of the blues. The whole blues genre is very minimalistic. Basically all you need to get started is to learn the 12 bar blues progression and The Most Commonly Used Lead Pattern.Read More »Common Variations of 12 Bar Blues Chord Progressions

    Mike Zito

      MIKE ZITO discovered his love for rock n roll after receiving a Van Halen record for his birthday. He eagerly picked up an electric guitar and headed to his local guitar shop in St. Louis, Missouri. There he found the legendary Chuck Berry and Bennie Smith who played in the store. Zito soaked up the sounds from the shop, and at 19, burst out on the St. Louis music scene. His first independent release, “Blue Room,” was released in 1996 and featured “Hollywood” and “Pull the Trigger.” His sophomore release “America’s Most Wanted” showcased his song writing skills as well as his pop sensibilities and intense guitar work.Read More »Mike Zito