Freddie King: Guitar Signature Links

Born in Texas during the 1930s, Freddie King later moved to Chicago, where he would play a major role in the blues scene. Playing in the same crowd as Otis Rush, Magic Sam, and Buddy Guy, King made a name for himself as a highly-skilled guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Here, host Duke Robillard breaks down what made King's style so unique, offering up interesting hooks, solos, and rhythms for today's electric guitarists. In demonstrating King favorites such as "San-Ho-Zay," "Hideaway," "Sen-Sa-Shun," and "The Stumble," Robillard takes viewers step-by-step through King's innovative approach. Viewers will also learn from King himself, who is captured here in rare concert footage.