Matt Bellamy, Jack White, Eddie Van Halen, and a New Wave of Guitar Talk Hit the Same Nerve
Matt Bellamy praises Jack White, Eddie Van Halen’s Beat It story returns, and 4th of July Les Paul deals hit the market.
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Brian May’s ‘No, no, no’ guitar win still defines Queen’s magic
Brian May says Queen’s creative friction helped shape a classic guitar solo Freddie Mercury originally did not want.
String Theory #42: The Mystery of The Remaining Cable
When a pedalboard is “done,” every guitarist knows what comes next: one more tiny improvement.
Paul Gilbert Says Hearing Loss Makes Live Shows Sound Out of Tune… Even When They Aren’t
Paul Gilbert says tinnitus can make live shows sound out of tune, even when recordings prove the performance was pitch-perfect.
Robin Trower’s lost live tape returns for a 50th anniversary release
Robin Trower Live! is getting a 50th anniversary expansion after a Swedish Radio tape helped create the classic live album.
Brian Ray on the Beatles’ Pace, Jeff Beck’s Rivalry, and Prime-Day Gear for Players
Brian Ray, Jeff Beck, and Prime Day gear deals headline a guitar news roundup with useful takeaways for players and collectors.
Bob Dylan, Billy Gibbons, and Johnny Marr Lead a Guitar-News Week Full of Surprises
Bob Dylan’s film oddity, Billy Gibbons’ Hendrix gamble, and Johnny Marr’s guitar sale headline a busy week in guitar news.
Joe Satriani Says David Lee Roth Once Floated a Van Halen Tribute Band Before Eddie Van Halen’s Death
Joe Satriani says David Lee Roth once pitched him a Van Halen tribute band in the ’90s, while Eddie Van Halen was still active.
Thomann Takes Fender to Court in a High-Stakes Stratocaster Shape Fight
Thomann is suing Fender over Stratocaster shape claims, arguing smaller makers need protection in a costly legal fight.
Don McLean, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Fender Lead a Wide-Ranging Guitar News Roundup
Don McLean, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Fender lead a guitar news roundup spanning classic songs, signature gear and fresh hardware.