Rock Guitar Confidential with Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we celebrate the release of the new Lex Legion single. Discuss the difficulties of keeping a band together through thick and thin and talk about our feeling on giving the "speech" to a student who may be feeling like guitar isn't for them! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rick Guitar Confidential podcast we admire Iron Maiden's stance towards their Rock Hall of Fame induction and discuss the downside of making art for everyone. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss what are the hardest techniques to attain, but more importantly, what are the hardest techniques to maintain. We also talk about whether cheaper artist signature guitars are hurtful to the endorser. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential we explore the phenomenon of why old guys really know how to Rock and bask in the majesty of Lex Legion, the new band that is made up of 4/5ths of the Them and Conspiracy era King Diamond lineups. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we talk about how to keep teaching and learning guitar fresh for both us and our students. We try to find the key to making it an evergreen process! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore what happens when AI is used to write songs for the recreational musician and ask if this is a good thing. We also ponder the future of the arts in the time of artificial intelligence. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss what would our dream halftime performers at the Super Bowl be? We put them into categories of plausible, fantasy land, and could happen. What do you think? Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore what songs are the most fun to teach, and the value of learning songs for the beginning guitar student. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we do a deep dive on spinal Tap 2 and see if it compares to the original. We explore the cultural impact of the movie and ask if the sequel is just as quotable! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Podcast we explore how persistence is the key when learning guitar or following your dreams. We also look forward to the good things coming in 2026. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we talk about the connection between Zac Brown and Satan! We also talk about the highlights and lowlights of the year that was 2025! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss what the best Christmas song is, and go deep on movie takes! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we talk about how music should have some nutritional value. We also get some suggestions about great guitarists to emerge since Y2K. Also we have a spirited debate about the definition of Pop music! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore who the top 3 guitarists to emerge since the turn of the century are. We also talk about what the best thing about being a musician in 2025! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn the latest episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore what makes one band successful and one not. We also remember Marcie Free the groundbreaking singer of King Kobra. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we remember the late great Ace Frehley and talk about his influence on generations of guitar players. We also get an update on the passion of the Andrew! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we jump into the grab bag and cover multiple topics such as Rush hitting the road again, why you shouldn't avoid the Floyd Rose, and the unlikeliness of 90's nostalgia. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore whether or not having bigger hands leads to playing better, and the connection between physical fitness and performing! Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we examine what is the best way to do cover songs. Should you do a faithful rendition just like the original? Or should you make it completely your own? Find out in the latest episode. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore the connection between Skater culture and the rise of both Pop/Punk and Nu-Metal. Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we remember the legendary career of Ozzy Osbourne. We talk about his guitarists and his impact on us and the music world as a whole. Let's all raise a glass to the legend!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast, we explore another great new band from Japan (with massive Yngwie vibes). We discuss why bending and vibrato is so important and figure out how to feel about Ozzy and Sabbath's swan song. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss little know Canadian rockers. Whether AOR is the victim of a vast industry wide conspiracy and ask is it ever OK for a guitarist to have a moustache. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn the latest episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss whether AOR style Rock still has a place in the modern age. We talk the killer new album by Giant and share our thoughts on what makes a great guitar player. Subscribe today, wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we move into the conspiracy podcast space with the notion that big pharma and the record labels conspired to have grunge take over music. We also talk about whether it is possible to market bands made up of older players, or is it all just Dad Rock? Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore reasons to be upbeat about the future of guitar! Also we get an update on the passion of the Andrew! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we ask what it does to the image of a high-end guitar builder when it starts making less expensive import models. Also, Ryan shares a personal story of a student's horrible decision! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we ask whether or not we really want our favorite bands to evolve as their career goes on, or should they stay the same? We also explore what it means when someone says an artist isn't relevant! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we talk about the 80's guitar arms race and discuss you tube click bait that you need to avoid! Subscribe today, wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we welcome special guest Rich Kaz to discuss bass playing, his history in music and the future of music retail. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we discuss how the Tariff's will affect guitar prices and the pressure that will put on local music stores and on giants like Fender. Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we discuss whether or not we want to see Ozzy fronting Black Sabbath in a wheelchair. That and a whole lot more on this episode! Subscribe today, wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore how to deal with it when modern culture leaves you behind, and what to make of popular music today! Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore whether solo success on Tick Tock will lead to the end of people forming bands. We also remember the late great John Sykes and his amazing music. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore sought after guitar tones that only exist on the records. Is it a fruitless task to try to get that VH1 tone? Find out here! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore why the Satanic panic of the late eighties was so important to Rock and Metal. Ryan also shares what it meant to him as a young rocker. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast Ryan gives an in depth review of the recent King Diamond concert tour. Also we discuss why Europe, South America and Japan get all of the cool shows. Can the USA get back in the game? Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts! 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we ask whether being a flake is just part of being a musician, or just plain unprofessional! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we take our politics to the literal woodshed and discuss what guitar heroes would make the best presidents! Would we be better off under president George Lynch or President DeMartini? What is better a Jake E Lee/ Zakk Wylde ticket or a Schon/Lukather ticket? We discuss! Subscribe today!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast, we explore whether or not the current era of ultra engagement with fans is good for either the artist or the fan. Would it be better to keep some things out of the public eye? We discuss. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast, we go behind the scenes of a pro Drummer and Producer as we talk to Tom Frost about his experience in the music scene. We go deep into the keys of a producer's ear, and talk about what the future holds for Rock music!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore whether playing guitar is a luxury activity for the wealthy much like Golf or Tennis. Or does it belong to the everyman instead? Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore what happens when a band hits its commercial zenith and then proceeds to crash and burn creatively (I'm looking at you Metallica!). Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore how a great producer can make or break a recording, and talk about what it is that they do exactly! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we discuss the importance of image in Rock and defend bands that were wrongly accused of being all flash and no substance. Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast, we take Paul Gilbert to task for his pot shots at the metronome! We also give the real lowdown on how to develop your improvisational chops! Subscribe today!

Send us Fan MailIn this best of episode, we rank the top five guitarists of all time! Did we nail it? Were we way off? You decide!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast, we discuss which is more responsible for the death of Rock music. Was it the flannel wearers of the cowboy hats that did our favorite music in? Also, we get in the way back machine and look at some classic guitar ads from the Sears catalog circa 1988!

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the r Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we revisit the episode "Why can't Rock be fun?" Listen to find out!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss who is to blame when students don't learn. We also talk about our feelings on Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Michael Anthony and Jason Bonham taking on Van Halen classics on the Best of All Worlds tour. Is it disrespectful to play those songs without Alex and Eddie? Listen to find out!