*GRAMMY-nominated guitarist, composer, arranger, and producer Paul Jackson Jr. — one of the most recorded musicians in popular music history — has announced the release of his highly anticipated instructional video series, “This Is How I Did It.”
The series is now available on the Udemy platform. For the first time, Jackson pulls back the curtain on his legendary career, breaking down in detail the guitar parts from some of his most iconic recordings.
Guitar players, students, enthusiasts, and fans will get rare, behind-the-scenes insight into the techniques, gear, stories, and creative decisions that helped shape hits by Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, Anita Baker, Daft Punk, The Weeknd, Alexander O’Neal, Stanley Clarke, Patti LaBelle, Luis Miguel, The Temptations, and more.
This Paul Jackson Jr guitar instructional series is a masterclass from a true living legend.
A Career Spanning 1,000+ Recordings
Known as “the guitarist who can play anything” according to Herbie Hancock, Paul Jackson Jr. has contributed to well over 1,000 recordings across pop, R&B, jazz, and rock. His versatile style and impeccable groove have made him a first-call session player for decades.
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He has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, American Idol, multiple Grammy performances, Academy Awards broadcasts, and countless classic albums. His guitar work is woven into the fabric of modern popular music.
“People have been asking me for years to share exactly how I approached these sessions,” said Paul Jackson Jr. “This series is my way of giving back — showing the exact parts, the thought process, the feel, and the little details that made the records sound the way they did. I’m excited to finally say, ‘This is how I did it.'”
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What the Series Includes
The series features comprehensive demonstrations, personal anecdotes from the studio, and practical lessons designed for guitarists of all levels who want to elevate their playing with authentic, professional techniques.
The Paul Jackson Jr guitar instructional series is directed and co-produced by filmmaker Keith O’Derek of Upfront Productions, bringing a cinematic and intimate lens to Jackson’s iconic guitar work through compelling storytelling.
Jackson’s Grammy credentials alone are staggering. He was the guitarist on the GRAMMY Award-winning recording of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” (Album of the Year). He was a songwriter on Daft Punk’s “Random Access Memories” (Album of the Year). He played guitar on “Get Lucky” (Record of the Year). He also received a GRAMMY nomination for his own “I Came To Play” (Best R&B Instrumental Performance).
More Than a Session Player
Born and raised in Los Angeles into a musical family, Jackson majored in music at the University of Southern California. He has performed at the White House for President and Mrs. Barack Obama, at the Clinton Presidential Inauguration, and alongside Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Lionel Richie, and Chance The Rapper.
He has scored music for television shows and films, including soundtracks for “La La Land,” “Get On Up,” “Zootopia,” and “The Color Purple.” As a solo artist, he has released nine albums, with singles “Down The Road” and “B.F.A.M.” reaching number one on Billboard contemporary jazz charts.
Jackson also served as Assistant Professor of Practice and Artist in Residence at the USC Thornton School of Music.
Available Now on Udemy
“This Is How I Did It” is available now on Udemy. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn from the best or a professional guitarist seeking to unlock new techniques, this series offers something rare: direct access to the mind of a master.
For more information, visit Paul Jackson Jr.’s official website or follow him on Instagram and Facebook.
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