A guitarist since 1996, Sergio played guitar in The Junior Varsity from 2002-2007 and a handful of times since, as well as playing in many other bands. In addition to guitar, he plays drums and owns and operates recording gear. Sergio is a sci-fi fan, a lover of dogs, and big, loud amps. Sergio is the Senior Guitar Copywriter at zZounds, as well as the manager of the Guitar category, and works as an audio engineer with the zZounds video team.
Alice in Chains: Top 3 Solos
Put on your flannel and favorite pair of ripped jeans as we explore our picks for Alice in Chains’ top three guitar solos! These grunge gods helped pioneered the “Seattle Sound,” catapulting them to worldwide stardom in the ’90s. Throughout the years, and despite the loss of lead singer Layne Staley, Alice in Chains continues […]
Add Some Jazz Flair to Your Blues!
Add some extra spice to your standard blues jams! In our third lesson on the 12-bar blues, Justin leads you through jazz-flavored chords and progressions that’ll have you sounding like a cool cat in just minutes. Learn which chords to use, and when to use them with Justin’s jazzy take on the 12-bar blues progression. […]
Learn 7 Blues Leads in 15 Minutes!
Continue your journey to blues mastery with this second lesson on the blues! In our first lesson, we covered the 12-Bar Blues progression (plus several variations) in 12 minutes. This time, watch as Justin demonstrates seven easy-to-learn blues lead licks that’ll add tons of flavor to your playing. Even if you don’t play blues, these […]
Master the 12-Bar Blues in 12 Minutes
Join zZounds for a detailed lesson on the 12-bar blues! Watch as Justin leads you through essential chord progressions and turnarounds that’ll have you sounding like a pro in no time. Learning the 12-bar blues offers players the opportunity to lay down a strong musical foundation upon which they can build new and interesting skills. […]
Video: The Mark IIC+ Is Back!
Attention Mesa/Boogie lovers: your dream tone just got a little more accessible! The legendary amp manufacturer’s latest reissue of their coveted Mark IIC+ model offers the perfect solution for players who want authoritative tone of any style. From punchy cleans to the most punishing distortion, the Mark IIC+ has everything you could ever want. Available […]
Andy Powers Talks Taylor Guitars’ 50-Year Legacy, Commemorative Models, and More
Since its founding in 1974, Taylor Guitars has continually pioneered the art of modern acoustic guitar craftsmanship. To celebrate this incredible milestone, Taylor has released a series of limited-edition 50th Anniversary guitars! As the culmination of five decades of guitar-building experience, it should come as no surprise that these instruments pay homage to the company’s […]
Fully Hollow Harmony: Gibson Re-introduces the Iconic ES-330
Experience truly vintage sound, look, and feel with a Gibson ES-330! Similar in shape to the ES-335, the ES-330 boasts a fully hollow body with dogear P-90 pickups, resulting in maximum resonance and a biting tone. The guitar’s three-ply maple/poplar/maple body construction offers enhanced structural durability while keeping things nice and lightweight. What can an […]
Gibson Victory is Back!
Rediscover a blast from Gibson’s past with their Victory models! Originally launched in the early ’80s, those Victory guitars featured uncharacteristic double-cut body shapes along with six-in-line headstocks for a radically different Gibson guitar. Boasting head-turning designs inspired by those concepts, the modern Victory models offer players adventurous style while retaining genuine Gibson sound and […]
Gear Wire: PRS Has Entered the Chat!
In this fifth episode, our hosts welcome Alex Chadwick from Paul Reed Smith! Watch as they test-drive a few new PRS releases: the workhorse SE NF3 guitar and the all-tube DGT 15 amp. Alex shares the stories behind these amazing pieces of gear, offers some audio samples, and even ends the interview jamming with Justin. […]
