Start a Band with iPhone

From Playstation to iPhone we can't leave our virtual instruments alone. That combo of entertainment and skills development makes them irresistible time wasters. Guitar playing apps have circled the interweb, plucked and played to suit the average Joe’s strumming skills versus those who think they're Jimi Hendrix re-incarnated. These are the Apps taking centre stage for us right now:

TabToolkit: Learn the ins and outs of your inner rock star. This is an essential tool for learning and practicing music. It also provides playback tempo control, a metronome and a tab upload and download manager. However, the download is not free so spontaneous guitar solo moments need to be thought out.

PocketGuitar: This is as basic as a guitar app will go we reckon. If simple is your thing, PocketGuitar turns your iPhone into a virtual guitar, electric Bass and even a Ukulele. Spend a buck and give it a go.

Gibsons: Learn and Master Guitar. As the 2010 Billboard Music App Award Winner, we need not say much more. As far as free Apps go, this one is for the win. GL&MG provides you with essential tools to help you become a better guitar player as well as free full length lessons that will take you from beginner to advanced.

Here's a list of more musical vibes on the go. Hit us up on Twitter if you have suggestions you think we should check out.