Rick Mckeon

About the Author

Rick Mckeon is a seasoned musician and educator with over three decades of experience in the world of roots music, specializing in the raw, soulful sounds of the blues. A passionate advocate for accessible instrumentation, he has dedicated his career to demystifying the cigar box guitar, transforming everyday objects into expressive tools for aspiring players. Through his hands-on teaching methods and engaging tutorials, Rick empowers musicians of all levels to explore fingerpicking techniques and the improvisational spirit of the blues. His work bridges traditional folk influences with modern DIY ethos, inspiring a new generation to pick up their guitars and play from the heart. When not performing or writing, Rick can be found tinkering in his workshop, crafting custom instruments that echo the grit and groove of American music history.