I love playing my guitar. It’s the one thing that truly shuts my brain off and can be used as a creative outlet and an escape from my grueling daily tasks. There are few things that compare, and I’m so happy that the instrument has become a fundamental part of my life.

With that said, sometimes I feel a little out of sorts, perhaps a little uninspired. The only way to break out of my funk is to get up, grab my headphones and throw on the music that truly inspires me to play. The stuff that leaves me imagining myself on a stage somewhere. The stuff that gives me a little shock of energy, and a little pep in my step.

This playlist has a little bit of everything; it’s all that I love about music. While not featuring a wide array of artists, these are the songs that truly get me going. The playlist ranges from high to low energy and provides a taste of every style I find captivating. Everything crossfades exactly how I like, so it’s a good one to listen to in order. For me, no other music compares. This is my fuel: a playlist filled with my favorite music that forces me to shred — I have no other choice.