Rock Guitar Confidential with Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe
Join pro Guitar Instructors, Performers, Recording Artists and Session Musicians Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe as they talk all things Rock and Metal Guitar. They break down music and pop culture, as well as, learning guitar, guitar gear, performing and Rock guitar culture and history with the wit and insight of guys who have been players for decades. If your like Rock guitar, Rock music, Metal and Shredding this Podcast is a must listen!
Ozzy Horror nights, and did PRS finally get it right?
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore the Ozzy themed Halloween Horror nights at Universal Studios, get an update on the passion of the Andrew, part 3. We also discuss whether the latest offering from PRS is the best thing to happen to that brand of guitars. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
Guitar technique gone bad, and how to fix it!
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore common bad technique issues and offer advice on how to fix them. We also hear more about artists taking political stands from none other than Metallica's Jame Hetfield. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
The danger of artists taking political stands.
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we discuss the recent development of Macklemore being dropped from the Ed Sheeran stadium tour after making a political statement and ask if it is a good idea for artists to take political or cultural stands. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
Does "Rock" mean anything anymore?
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore whether or not "Rock" has any cache in the modern age and discuss what happens when something becomes so ubiquitous that it ceases to mean anything. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
Unpacking the King Diamond Drama!
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we face the bitter truth of Andy La Rocque leaving King Diamond and ask if this is anything to do with Andy's other band Lex Legion. We also discuss what the future holds for one of metal's classic bands. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
Remembering Wayne Charvel and the evolution of the super-strat!
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we talk about the legacy of Wayne Charvel and trace the evolution of the ultimate guitar. The super-strat, the only guitar you need! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
Musician things that really grind our gears!
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore things that aggravate us about the music world. From AI music to headless guitars we get some things off of our chest! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
Tales from a Drum clinic and essential listening!
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we get the lowdown on a Tommy Aldridge Drum clinic and explore what are the essential albums every guitar player needs to listen to be fully rounded. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
Interview with Fret 12 founder Dan Tremonti
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we interview Fret 12 founder Dan Tremonti (brother of Alter Bridge/Creed guitarist Mark Tremonti) and get his take on the music business from the perspective of a venue, music retail location and media company owner. He gives us his unique perspective on all thing's music culture! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!
The anatomy of a great Riff!
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore what makes for a great Riff. We also examine what we are attracted to when it comes to a guitar style. Finally, an update on the Fender shenanigans as well! Subscribe today, wherever you get your Podcasts!
Exploring the NWOTHM, and has Fender lost their minds!
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In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore the wonderful world of the New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal to learn about some of the coolest bands. We also ask if fender has lost their minds with the latest legal action they are taking to become a monopoly. Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!
Keeping a band together is harder than it looks!
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In 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!
Iron Maiden's message to the Rock N' Roll HOF!
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On 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!
Use it or lose it! Keeping your progress on guitar!
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In 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!
Damn, old guys know how to Rock!
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On 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!
How we keep learning the guitar fresh!
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On 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!
When recreational musicians and AI collide!
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In 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!
Dream Super Bowl halftime performers!
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In 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!
What songs are the most fun to teach?
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In 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!
Spinal Tap 2, our thoughts!
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On 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!
The power of persistence and what to look for in 2026!
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On 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!
The devil and Zac Brown? Plus 2025 year recap!
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On 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!
What is the best Christmas Song?
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In 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!
Music that nourishes, Y2K guitarists we missed and what is Pop music!
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In 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!
The best guitarists to emerge since Y2K and why being a musician in 2025 rocks!
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In 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!
What makes a band successful and remembering Marcie free!
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On 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!
Saying goodbye to the Space Ace!
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On 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!
Rush, Floyds, 90's nostalgia and more!
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In 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!
Let's get physical! The physicality of playing guitar!
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In 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!
What is the best way to approach doing a cover song?
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In 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!
How Skater culture led to Pop/Punk and Nu-Metal
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In 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!
Remembering Ozzy Osbourne, saying goodbye to a legend.
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On 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!
Great new music, Vibrato, and the unbearable sadness of Ozzy!
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In 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!
Canadian Rockers, AOR conspiracy and moustaches!
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In 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!
AOR in the modern age?
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In 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!
The Grunge Conspiracy
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In 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!
I believe the children are our future, give them guitars and let them lead the way!
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In 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!
When upscale guitars go import, does it hurt the brand?
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In 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!
Do we really want our favorite bands to evolve?
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In 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!
Growing up in the 80's guitar arms race!
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On 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!
