If I or someone else hasn't already said this; you are #1 a talented guitar player, #2 an excellent teacher, with encouraging words for newer players and helpful tips and finally #3 the "play along" puts you clearly in the lead for best on youtube. This is something that all should be doing rather than teaching bits and pieces (verse, chorus, bridge etc) of the song and leaving out getting to play the whole thing. This way we know exactly how to put the pieces together.
Thank you Clinnyboy - that is absolutely the whole point of this whole thing and I am very grateful to you for articulating it. Thanks for being here and taking the time to comment - hugely appreciated! Shane
You are that kind of teacher who takes his students with you , because they can’t help , all they want to be is right by your side , to play what you are playing. Awesome !
seen lots and lots of guitar teachers and you are so natural and fun and full of lots of quite useful details to make it sound so easy, you really make it to the top!!!! FANTASTIC
Can't wait to try this. I don't know about others, but I like to watch it a couple of times before even touching my guitar. Just now, I was doing dinner dishes, rocking out and getting psyched to try it. My wife started singing as well as this is an anthem from our youth. Thanks again, SS.
Thank you Doc - always happy to hear from you. I think it's a great idea to watch the whole thing through at first with no guitar to get a sense of the pacing etc. Great to have you here with us! Shane
Really great idea. I’m gonna start to do that. I can see that being beneficial. Love this channel. He’s just the kind of person that helps my skill level.
Great lesson, Shane. There are lots of great guitar players on TH-cam, but not that many are great teachers. You are. Just the right amount of explanation, good clear demonstrations showing us exactly what you're doing, and then the opportunity to play along with what you have just shown us. Your manner is also easy going and unstressful. Nothing but high marks from me.
That is SO great! A big thank you for that - I have loved the BeatBuddy pedal for years - it really is super and it's very cool to receive a message from you. I have been recommending it constantly - thanks for a super pedal. Cheers! Shane
A big thank you for that - what a great comment to receive. Starting my day by reading that really gives me a boost. My best to you and always happy to hear from you. Cheers! Shane
this is very good and fun, plus a way to jam without having to phone up one's musician pals. You are so very Canadian, and I mean that in the nicest way. :) Reminds me how I miss my Canadian friends.
Shane --Thanks for another great lesson. Your expertise in teaching is simple and easy to understand and very thorough.. I am an average player but can duplicate your instructions easily and lets me feel like an advanced or expert player--for sure enjoyment on my part! Your ability and information are excelled by your enthusiasm and high energy--very positive for whoever is out there watching you. I don't know if you actually read these posts but my words are sincere. Keep up the great work...
You always seem to get the song right. Amazing and appreciated. I heard Mr. Mellencamp never cared for the "Cougar" handle. It was a marketing thing he later dropped.
Did he have hits in the UK? I grew up in the 80’s and 90’s in his home state of Indiana, so to me he’s got at least 20 hits I’ve heard a million times.
Hi Chad, I’ve been following this guy since I Need A Lover was a minor hit in the UK. I think he’s as important as Springsteen, writes and sings about stuff we can all relate to, whether in Stirling, Scotland or Indiana.
Thanks bro! I’m a slower learner as far as skills and I was tackling this fun number just recently before your video came along! I needed this! I’m used to easy country strumming on the beat, so this rock inspired acoustic is new. I just want to jab and mangle this just like the song makes you feel like doing!!
You're God sent! one of the best guitar teachers here in the amazing YT world. I overcome my learning disability "ADHD" when I watch you. I just sub to your amazing channel. Thank you very much \m/
I'll give you a mention over at Norm's Rare Guitars and this song. Don't think they are allowing links. If it stays up you may get some traffic. Learned a few from ya, I can definitely play this one with some practice. Thanks for this lesson and many others.
This is the first time watching your videos and they are awesome!! Thank you!! As an older beginner you break it down nicely. I'll be back for more lol.
Thanks a bunch. I am mainly a fingerpicker so my flatpicking skills lack accuracy. This popped up and it was so much fun to learn and play. Cheers (PS> do you perform in and around Ottawa? I like to support live music when I can but that's tough these days)
Thanks for that - glad you enjoyed. The Beatbuddy comes preloaded with dozens of beats in a wide variety of styles. You can choose one of those or you can also edit and tinker if you want to customize. It’s fabulous. Cheers, Shane
This is ace. 56 and getting into it 100 % I've been try to get Hole Hearted by Extreme down in std tuning. Any chance ? All the best. Martin from Nottingham UK
@@GuitarAtWork really am thanks. Makes me wish we had TH-cam when we were just starting. Picked up the guitar again during the first Lockdown after abt 15 years and haven't looked back. Still as rusty as an old gate post tho lol, but these really make progress fast and feels like I actually accomplish something. Take care Sir Martin
I used to tell my students to practice chord changes in the dark to get used to where they are on the guitar. I got a lot of weird looks from that lol.
If I or someone else hasn't already said this; you are #1 a talented guitar player, #2 an excellent teacher, with encouraging words for newer players and helpful tips and finally #3 the "play along" puts you clearly in the lead for best on youtube. This is something that all should be doing rather than teaching bits and pieces (verse, chorus, bridge etc) of the song and leaving out getting to play the whole thing. This way we know exactly how to put the pieces together.
Thank you Clinnyboy - that is absolutely the whole point of this whole thing and I am very grateful to you for articulating it. Thanks for being here and taking the time to comment - hugely appreciated! Shane
You are that kind of teacher who takes his students with you , because they can’t help , all they want to be is right by your side , to play what you are playing. Awesome !
seen lots and lots of guitar teachers and you are so natural and fun and full of lots of quite useful details to make it sound so easy, you really make it to the top!!!! FANTASTIC
Thank you Juan. I really appreciate you. Cheers! Shane
Can't wait to try this. I don't know about others, but I like to watch it a couple of times before even touching my guitar. Just now, I was doing dinner dishes, rocking out and getting psyched to try it. My wife started singing as well as this is an anthem from our youth. Thanks again, SS.
Thank you Doc - always happy to hear from you. I think it's a great idea to watch the whole thing through at first with no guitar to get a sense of the pacing etc. Great to have you here with us!
Shane
Doctor, you have it right, listen before playing. You’re a lucky man, my wife is a pure jazz funk girl…
Really great idea. I’m gonna start to do that. I can see that being beneficial. Love this channel. He’s just the kind of person that helps my skill level.
Great lesson, Shane. There are lots of great guitar players on TH-cam, but not that many are great teachers. You are. Just the right amount of explanation, good clear demonstrations showing us exactly what you're doing, and then the opportunity to play along with what you have just shown us. Your manner is also easy going and unstressful. Nothing but high marks from me.
Thank you Carey - a lovely comment to receive. My very best to you! Shane 😊
So much content in your videos Shane! It’s sometime the simplicity that makes a song beautiful. Your methods give us all hope lol
The next Mellencamp song 👍👍👍 thank you so much 😀 🎸😀🎸
Thank you Angelika - so glad you are enjoying. I always have fun making these videos and it's great to hear from people. My best to you. Cheers,
Shane
Just went through your entire lesson and found it so easy to follow!!! See you back when I get to Jack ´n Diane!! Cheers from Santiago CHILE!!
Thank you Juan. All the best from Ottawa, Canada! Shane
Yes we are listening! The video sounds incredible. Thanks for helping us spread the word about the BeatBuddy! Cheers from Miami, FL.
That is SO great! A big thank you for that - I have loved the BeatBuddy pedal for years - it really is super and it's very cool to receive a message from you. I have been recommending it constantly - thanks for a super pedal. Cheers! Shane
Shane you are absolutely the best teacher, your disposition is phenomenal and you are the best guitar teacher on earth
A big thank you for that - what a great comment to receive. Starting my day by reading that really gives me a boost. My best to you and always happy to hear from you. Cheers!
Shane
Absolutely outstanding lesson.
Thank you Todd - very encouraging. Glad to have you here with us. Cheers! Shane
This guy has a video for every song I look up and is great
Great song and great lesson as usual, thanks so much!
Thank you, Tommy. Very glad you enjoyed my best to you! Shane.
Just wanted to say thank you for your time and help you are awesome I am 66 yrs old and love to try and you have made me happy thanks again
Thanks Joe - I really appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed. My best to you, Shane
You are very good teacher, sir! Not too fast, not too slow! Thanks!
One of my favourite songs, nice tutorial
Thank you - hope you have fun with it. Cheers, Shane
You are awesome 😎!!! Such a great instructor!! Thank you!!!
Very good lesson and having a jam along is super!!
Thanks Alan - have fun with it! Shane
Sir, thank u for taking the time out of your life to help others like myself. I’m really grateful for the help. You do an awesome job at teaching
Thank you Clinton - I really appreciate the encouragement and hope you’re having fun with your guitar. Cheers! Shane
Very well done. What a nice arrangement/lesson of a classic song. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you GD hope you are well as can be = Cheers!
SHane
this is very good and fun, plus a way to jam without having to phone up one's musician pals. You are so very Canadian, and I mean that in the nicest way. :) Reminds me how I miss my Canadian friends.
Great lesson! Thanks so much. I tried playing this years ago, but now's the time!
I have watched and enjoyed most of your lessons and I think this is one of your best, thanks!
That’s SO great - thank you Gary! Happy you’re watching and my best to you!
Shane
Great lesson Shane, keep on rocking!
Thank you Mike - my best to you! Shane
Awesome good teacher, fun song to learn, thank u😁
Thank you for that - my best to you, Shane
Fired off so much good info in that first few mins.
Love your lessons, you're a great teacher, thank you !!
Thank you Jamie - glad to have you here with us. Cheers!
Shane
Shane --Thanks for another great lesson. Your expertise in teaching is simple and easy to understand and very thorough.. I am an average player but can duplicate your instructions easily and lets me feel like an advanced or expert player--for sure enjoyment on my part!
Your ability and information are excelled by your enthusiasm and high energy--very positive for whoever is out there watching you. I don't know if you actually read these posts but my words are sincere. Keep up the great work...
I Love this song. Thank you! Haven’t seen anyone do it on acoustic and it sounds great. Brilliant! 🙏❤️🖖
Thank you Wayne - glad to have you here with us - Cheers!
Shane
Awesome stuff bud...great vib 😁 enjoying your fun attitude KEEP EM COMING
Thank you Jay - very glad to hear that. Have fun with it!
Shane
You always seem to get the song right. Amazing and appreciated. I heard Mr. Mellencamp never cared for the "Cougar" handle. It was a marketing thing he later dropped.
Thank you Rick - cheers! Shane
Great lesson Shane! Seen John Mellencamp back in October of 2018 in Oshawa, Ont. love your YT channel!👍🎸🇨🇦
Always happy to see another Canuck giving some guitar love!!
Thanks Shane, hello from Scotland. Mellencamp is so underrated, thanks for putting this up.
Did he have hits in the UK? I grew up in the 80’s and 90’s in his home state of Indiana, so to me he’s got at least 20 hits I’ve heard a million times.
Hi Chad, I’ve been following this guy since I Need A Lover was a minor hit in the UK. I think he’s as important as Springsteen, writes and sings about stuff we can all relate to, whether in Stirling, Scotland or Indiana.
Wow! i love this song... one of my favorites. thank you sir, can't wait to grab my guitar.
Glad to hear it - have fun with it. Cheers, Shane
Awesome lesson. Thank you
Thank you Leonard. Best to you, Shane
Gonna jump on this one immediately❤️ Thank you so much👍
Glad to hear it KootMed - have fun with it - glad to have you here with us. Cheers!
Shane
Thanks mate, blowing the cobwebs off from many years. Will give this a crack for this weeks song to learn. Long time favourite. Thanks again! 👍👊🤟🎸
Great lesson, as always, Shane! I love watching your tutorial, then listening to the original song, catching everything you teach about it. :)
Thank you Roxy. Sorry I missed this message. Cheers, Shane
Good job ,good teacher looking forward to learning more song from you .
The play-along was fun and instructive, thanks :)
Glad to hear that Stan - thank you for letting me know and very happy to have you here with us. Cheers,
Shane
Love the videos Shane. Great job.
Thank you Scott - hope it’s fun. Cheers,
Shane
I’ve played acoustic guitar for years as a solo gig. These are so good to watch. Keep them coming, my friend.
Very nice lesson!! thanks
Thank you Ben! Shane
Thanks bro! I’m a slower learner as far as skills and I was tackling this fun number just recently before your video came along! I needed this! I’m used to easy country strumming on the beat, so this rock inspired acoustic is new. I just want to jab and mangle this just like the song makes you feel like doing!!
Wow. Great lesson. Thank you! Fun Song to play.
You're God sent! one of the best guitar teachers here in the amazing YT world. I overcome my learning disability "ADHD" when I watch you. I just sub to your amazing channel. Thank you very much \m/
Thank you Tinapa - so glad to hear that. My very best to you! Shane
Right through my bones, baby. Thx, Shane.
Ha! For sure Ed - best to you, Shane
That's a brilliant lesson
Thank you Matt. Greatly appreciated. Shane
Hi Shane, I have been trying to "learn guitar" for years. There is great clarity here
Excellent video as always. Thanks aga👍
Thank you Tony - always glad to hear from you!
Shane
Such a great song! Would love you to cover "Authority Song" sometime. Billie Joel's "You May Be Right," too. Fun good ole Rock and Roll.
Fantastic suggestions Rick - thanks for that. Cheers! Shane
Fantastic. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed. Best to you! Shane
Great acoustic song and pitch for singing 🤘✌️
Glad to hear it Sly - have fun with it! Shane
I'll give you a mention over at Norm's Rare Guitars and this song. Don't think they are allowing links. If it stays up you may get some traffic. Learned a few from ya, I can definitely play this one with some practice. Thanks for this lesson and many others.
Dude you have a great style for lessons!
Thank you Greg - very glad you enjoyed and I appreciate the comment. Cheers, Shane
awsome job, love this song
Thank you Derek - much appreciated - Cheers,
Shane
This is the first time watching your videos and they are awesome!! Thank you!! As an older beginner you break it down nicely. I'll be back for more lol.
Great vid, Shane!
Love your passion! Thanks for a great lesson Shane.
Great lesson. Informative, entertaining and a whole lotta fun. ******
Thank you Larry - greatly appreciated. Cheers! Shane
Really great lesson! Much appreciated 😀
Shane, thanks for this one! Now I know I need to try it!
That was fun, Shane!
Thank you Mike - very glad! Shane
Super video and great song Shane.
Thank you Johnny! Hot as hell here - hope you're doing well! Keep at those monkey bars! Shane
all the best for you mister!
Awesome lesson! Sounds so great!
Do you offer a whole series of lessons for intermediate and advanced players? I wanna learn from you, Shane. Your teaching methods are excellent
Great job, Shane. Just got on board. Do you do Paper in Fire. Thanks again. Romeo (Alberta).
Thanks Romeo - glad to have you here with us. I haven't done that song but it's a good one for sure. Cheers, Shane
Really good. Can't wait to give it a go
love this guy thumbs up....you got it
Nice work!
Fun to play😎👍
Great video 😎👍
😎👍❤🖖
Love brother
Thank you Richard! Always great to hear from you - keep rockin, Shane
@@GuitarAtWork
Can't help to😎👍
You as well.
😎👍❤🖖
Great lesson and John Mellencamp never wrote a bad song in my opinion. Thanks for this lesson
Thanks Mark - agreed. Cheers, Shane
You are amazing!
Thank you Chris - my best to you! Shane
Lovely Taylor guitar ! Love mine too , but it’s the cheap 214ce .
They’re great guitars indeed. Cheers, Shane
Nice lesson 💯👍💯👍
Thanks a bunch. I am mainly a fingerpicker so my flatpicking skills lack accuracy. This popped up and it was so much fun to learn and play. Cheers (PS> do you perform in and around Ottawa? I like to support live music when I can but that's tough these days)
Nice work
Using John Mellencamps favorite chord shape
Can tell how much you love jamming and teaching, I hope to be as good as you one day.
A big thank you for that Stoic Trader - just keep at it and enjoy the process. Keep it fun and you'll move along for sure. Best to you! Shane
Thank you for sharing your gifts and such excellent teaching! Which Drum Buddy do you use and recommend.... Thank you! Blessings!
Hurt so good sounds so good 👍
Great song for sure. Best to you! Shane
Kick ass brother!!
Thank you lad - my best to you, Shane
Wonderful ...just wondering what is that gadget youre using down the floor, really sounds good with the acoustic guitar
Hey great lessons! Question on beat buddy. Do have to create your own beats?
Thanks for that - glad you enjoyed. The Beatbuddy comes preloaded with dozens of beats in a wide variety of styles. You can choose one of those or you can also edit and tinker if you want to customize. It’s fabulous. Cheers, Shane
Great lesson!! Are you playing a D/F# at one point in the chorus?
Thanks! Very glad you enjoyed. For sure you’ll see my thumb wrapping over for the D/F# quite often. Cheers! Shane
@@GuitarAtWork I really like how that change makes the song groove! Thanks again!
Awesome really loved it I have a request how never been to Spain 3 dog night thx a bunch but I love you lessons
thankyou were much mister!
That was seriously sick for anyone today over 45 ....did I just admit that?... hell yeah I did!!!
Again good video
what are you using for your drum machine ?sounds good
Hi Shane. I love your lessons. How do u hold your pick? Seems like I remember a video where you hold it and use the opposite end.
I really get a lot out of your teaching style thanks great song as well
This is ace. 56 and getting into it 100 %
I've been try to get Hole Hearted by Extreme down in std tuning. Any chance ? All the best. Martin from Nottingham UK
Thank you Martin. Hope you're having fun with it. Great suggestion. Cheers,
Shane
@@GuitarAtWork really am thanks. Makes me wish we had TH-cam when we were just starting. Picked up the guitar again during the first Lockdown after abt 15 years and haven't looked back. Still as rusty as an old gate post tho lol, but these really make progress fast and feels like I actually accomplish something. Take care Sir
Martin
I’ve been playing the main riff wrong, so thanks for the correction. Sort of did a “hack” version I guess lol. Keep up the good work!
Hi Shane, what Taylor are you using on this song, sounds amazing?
Thank you James - it’s an 814CE. I really love it. Cheers! Shane
@@GuitarAtWork Thanks man..
I was wondering if you would think about teaching the song "Colorado" by Linda Ronstadt? Thank you for your tutorials they help a student like me.
You are ridiculously good.
Thank you Jeff - greatly appreciated and very glad to have you here with us. Cheers!
Shane
I used to tell my students to practice chord changes in the dark to get used to where they are on the guitar. I got a lot of weird looks from that lol.
Classic Mick Ronson right here.
Great!!! New followe here!
Glad to have you with us! Shane
New subber. well done
Yup hi new teacher