Now, we talk about developing the correct picking techniques. But check this video out. The guitarist is Jim Mullen. He’s HOT. But his picking defies conventional wisdom. He uses his thumb and plays all down strokes. Very impressive. And I really like his sound, phrasing and note choices too.

June 2, 2009 am30 11:42 pm
Hello, all…anybody else having trouble with the audio not playing for this video?
June 3, 2009 am30 12:17 am
Nope.
June 4, 2009 am30 3:57 am
Got it going now…wow…very impressive. Do you think there’s any special motivation to play that way?
June 4, 2009 am30 4:18 am
I think he must have been a fan of Wes Montgomery. He played with his thumb, too.