CLAWHAMMER GUITAR:  LIFE CHANGER

No picking technique has given me a bigger rush than clawhammer.  I continue to be astonished as melody, chords, and a rocking groove emerge from a simple three-part hand motion.  Pardon me if I am evangelical about it, but I think every guitar player should try it.  It's tricky at first, but the payoff is huge.

Here's a demo and lesson to get you started.  Sorry about the dark glasses.