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Neon Guitar Lesson

Take your finger-style funk to the next level as the legendary Michael Casswell breaks down the intricate guitar work behind John Mayer’s iconic track Neon. In this Lick Library masterclass, you’ll dive deep into the rhythmic complexity and unique hybrid techniques that define Mayer’s signature sound. Michael walks you through the track section by section, unpacking the percussive thumb-slaps, syncopated grooves, and unconventional chord voicings that make Neon such a challenging — and rewarding — piece to master. With his trademark clarity and precision, Michael explains how Mayer uses thumb-over fretting, dead notes, and piano-inspired phrasing to create that unmistakable ‘Neon’ bounce. Whether you're tackling the tricky right-hand technique or navigating the demanding fretboard stretches, this tutorial will help you lock into the feel and finesse required to play this modern guitar classic authentically. What you’ll learn: John Mayer’s unique right-hand technique Rhythmic thumb slaps and finger-style grooves Chord shapes and voicings straight from the original Nuances of muting, dynamics, and feel Ideal for intermediate to advanced players looking to sharpen their timing, groove, and hybrid playing chops.