Andy McKee is among the world’s finest acoustic guitarists. His youthful energy and attention to song structure and melodic content elevate him above the rest. He entertains both the eye and the ear as he magically transforms the steel string guitar into a full orchestra via his use of altered tunings, tapping, partial capos, percussive hits, and a signature two-handed technique.

McKee’s crossover success has helped him to achieve millions upon millions of YouTube viewers, underscoring his emergence as one of today’s most unique and influential artists. He has been featured as a cover story in both Acoustic Guitar Magazine in the U.S. and Acoustic Magazine in the UK and is also the figurehead of the unique Guitar Masters tours. McKee’s tour dates have taken him through Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America, including tours with artists such as Prince, Dream Theater, Eric Johnson, and Tommy Emmanuel.

Visit https://andymckee.com/ to know more about Andy.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Intro

01:15 Meet Musician Andy McKee

05:45 Touring & Concerts

07:00 Andy’s Musical Career

08:50 Becoming Famous

10:20 A Day In The Life

10:50 Pulse EP

12:10 Guitar Lessons

14:10 Finger-style Guitar Playing

15:05 Playing By Ear

16:05 Stage & Performance Set-up

18:40 Adrenalin Rush

20:10 The Best Part

21:30 Childhood & Music

22:25 Music Composition

25:30 Rhythm, Melody & Harmony

27:15 Percussion

28:10 Minor Pentatonic Scale

29:40 Using Altered Tunings

33:50 Studio Recording Sessions

35:05 Creative Process

37:20 Musical Collaborations

38:00 Touring With Prince

40:00 The Trio Album

41:50 Great Songwriters

43:50 The Power Of Instrumental Music

44:50 Outro