This is not a Political post. This is a Patriotic post.

Many of you have already seen and heard the song “Dear Mr. President” by Pink. The lyrics are quite stirring. This rendition includes a beautiful classical guitar accompaniment by Eliza Gabriel and I believe it is worthy of permanent placement right here on the GuitarBUZZ.

While this video includes photos and references to the Bush Presidency, my interpretation of the song’s message applies to whoever holds the office and I pray that our current President will address these issues expeditiously.

Not the “video game” Guitar Hero… but the REAL Guitar Heroes.

You know… the guys like Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Ritchie Blackmore, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Larry Carlton, Brian May, Keith Richards, Jeff Beck, Sonny Landreth, Wes Montgomery, George Benson, Ronnie Earl, Eric Johnson, Jeff Golub, Norman Brown, Robben Ford, Carlos Santata, Robert Cray and so many other six-stringer’s that authored licks more memorable than the songs they’re a part of…

Guitar Heroes have tones you can identify from the first note you hear.  From jazz to classical and from punkers to shredders, these are the guys that rock my world, your world and the world of countless other guitar lovers everywhere. When I listen to my Hero’s play, I am reminded why I play. 

There is no other instrument like the guitar. In the hands of a new player, it represents the ability to be expressive, inventive and artistic.  In the hands of an accomplished player, the guitar is the centerpiece of musical creation…

Is the Guitar Hero a dying breed?  I don’t think so.  There are plenty of young guns out there like Derek Trucks, Guthrie Govan and Joe Bonamassa that inspire the next generation to keep the flames alive and burning.  They motivate us to keep practicing, keep learning and keep playing… 

So here’s to all of our Guitar Heroes!  Long may they live!