Learn the Carl Perkins and Elvis classic Blue Suede Shoes! Great beginner rockabilly guitar lesson!

No other song was a bigger crossover hit and the sound of a generation like Carl Perkins' "Blue Suede Shoes". What started as a big hit for Carl turned into a rocket ship to the moon once Elvis put his mark on the song!

This song is a classic and uses the classic 1-4-5 progression that is a staple of American music. Learn the basics and use this song as stepping stone to rockabilly, blues, country and all the other classic roots songs. It is a great platform to learn not only how to play rhythm but lead and sing as well.

Signal chain today:
‪@gretschguitars‬ G6136 White Falcon
‪@CarolineGuitarCo‬ Megabyte for slapback delay
‪@strymon‬ Iridium on the Round channel

Thanks to everyone who has subscribed, commented and enjoyed these videos! I'm having a blast doing them. Let's keep it going! Comment on other songs, ideas, or gear you'd like to talk about!

00:00 - Demo
01:27 - Intro
03:09 - Chord progression and rhythm
08:19 - Let's talk about solo/lead stuff
11:58 - Final Thoughts and Thanks!!!