Next 2 You: Authentic Guitar TAB

This folio captures the raw energy of contemporary hard rock in a way that resonates with young guitarists hungry for relevant, modern material. The album-authentic transcriptions mean students can learn the exact voicings and techniques that made these songs radio staples, giving them ownership over music they actually want to play. It's a smart choice for bridging the gap between classroom instruction and real-world guitar repertoire.

Heavy, direct, and unapologetic. These songs hit hard with thick riffs, sustained power chords, and moments of melodic relief that prevent the energy from becoming one-dimensional. The 15 album rides the intersection of accessibility and instrumental rigor, delivering the satisfaction of both powerful chord work and precise technical passages.

Intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking contemporary rock material that's both technically engaging and culturally relevant. This book works well for private students wanting to expand beyond traditional instruction books, as well as self-directed learners ready to tackle professional-level transcriptions.

• Study the rhythm section in "Crazy Bitch" closely; the driving kick and snare pattern creates pocket for the riffs, so locking that timing is essential before layering in the melodic lines.
• Pay attention to the muted techniques used throughout the record. These passages define the aggressive character and require deliberate palm muting and dampening control.
• Work the lead sections at half-speed, especially in the solos. Building accuracy first prevents bad habits that become hard to break at tempo.
• Reference the original album recordings as you learn each song. Hearing the tone, sustain, and dynamics in context makes the TAB notation come alive in ways the page alone cannot.

Assign these transcriptions to intermediate students as supplementary material between formal lessons, or use selections as repertoire for student recitals and showcase events where contemporary rock has earned its place. The high-profile hit "Crazy Bitch" works especially well as motivation for younger players who recognize the song from popular culture.

• Reading and executing authentic guitar TAB for contemporary rock
• Palm muting and rhythmic dampening techniques
• Power chord voicings and barred chord transitions
• Lead guitar phrasing and vibrato control
• Matching recorded tone and dynamics to written notation