Curtis Mayfield The 50 Greatest Rhythm Guitar Players of All Time The players who don't hog the limelight but do lay down the best chords and riffs in guitar history If You Think the Vast Majority of Rock Riffs Are In Minor Keys Then Think Again! This lesson on how to craft cool riffs in the style of legendary players using the Ionian and Lydian modes will have you covered. Curtis Mayfield and the Power of a Deceptively Simple Groove Curtis Mayfield’s 'Super Fly' is a masterpiece that has lessons for us all. Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MOST READ1“A bombshell guitar that can front any band”: Martin and Reverb unite for an exclusive non-cutaway Grand Performance acoustic 2“I was inspired by one of my favorite players, Mr. Paul Gilbert”: Matteo Mancuso pays homage to one of his heroes with new track, Paul Position 3“A vintage-sounding, modern-featured roaring head inspired by the legendary 1967/1968 Plexi Super Lead 100”: Joe Satriani’s custom Eddie Van Halen-flavored 3rd Power amp is now available as a plugin – with real amps on the way 4“All these pieces of wood gradually become in harmony with each other over years of playing”: David Gilmour explains his preference for vintage guitars, and demos his 1945 Martin D-185“Thank you for rescuing me from oblivion and giving me the courage and enthusiasm to express myself without fear or limit”: Tributes pour in for “champion of the blues” John Mayall