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Ken Scott albums

Producer Ken Scott Worked With The Beatles, Jeff Beck, Bowie and Mahavishnu Orchestra. But His Favorite Guitarist? He Didn’t Play For Any of Those…

Scott Rowley published 24 June 22

Producer Ken Scott reveals “the best guitarist” he’s ever worked with and the secrets of the Mick Ronson sound in new podcast interview…

Gamma G50

Acoustic Amplification’s New Gamma Series G25 and G50 Combos Have Huge Bang for Your Buck

Rod Brakes published 23 June 22

These all-analog 2-channel amps offer 4-voice versatility, a high-headroom True Blue speaker, Bluetooth connectivity and more.

Johnny Depp and Jeff Beck

Watch Jeff Beck and Johnny Depp’s Tantalizing “Venus in Furs” Visualizer

Rod Brakes published 23 June 22

Video The Velvet Underground cover is the latest teaser from the stars' collaborative new album ’18.’

Richie Foray performs "Walking in Memphis" from his album 'In the Country'

Buffalo Springfield and Poco Founder Richie Furay Shares Immaculate “Walking in Memphis” Performance Video

Rod Brakes published 22 June 22

Video The country-rock pioneer drops another track from his highly anticipated new album ‘In the Country.’

Woody Guthrie

Punk Goes Acoustic as Dropkick Murphys Gear Up to Release Collaborative Woody Guthrie Album ‘This Machine Still Kills Fascists’

Rod Brakes published 22 June 22

Celtic rockers pay homage to the “original punk” with an unplugged recording featuring lyrics curated by daughter Nora Guthrie.

Kirk Fletcher

Watch Blues Master Kirk Fletcher’s "Afraid to Die, Too Scared to Live" Music Video

Rod Brakes published 22 June 22

Video The guitarist drops soulful lead single from forthcoming album ‘Heartache by the Pound.’

The Velvet Underground cover is the latest teaser from the stars' collaborative new album ’18.’
Watch Jeff Beck and Johnny Depp’s Tantalizing “Venus in Furs” Visualizer The Velvet Underground cover is the latest teaser from the stars' collaborative new album ’18.’
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The 6-string wizard dishes out some priceless advice on recording guitars in this interview from the GP archive.
“Energy and Ideas Override Technology”: Bob Dylan, Neil Young and U2 Producer Daniel Lanois Says You Don't Need Big Money to Make Big Music The 6-string wizard dishes out some priceless advice on recording guitars in this interview from the GP archive.
The Rolling Stone reveals his hands-off approach to ordering custom-built solidbodies in this hidden gem from the GP archive.
“It Was Simply a Fine Instrument”: Keith Richards Talks Boutique Guitars in this Vintage Interview The Rolling Stone reveals his hands-off approach to ordering custom-built solidbodies in this hidden gem from the GP archive.
Producer Ken Scott reveals “the best guitarist” he’s ever worked with and the secrets of the Mick Ronson sound in new podcast interview…
Producer Ken Scott Worked With The Beatles, Jeff Beck, Bowie and Mahavishnu Orchestra. But His Favorite Guitarist? He Didn’t Play For Any of Those… Producer Ken Scott reveals “the best guitarist” he’s ever worked with and the secrets of the Mick Ronson sound in new podcast interview…
Guitar YouTuber Kevin Balke demonstrates what black metal could have been like if it had come from California, not Norway
Watch this guitarist prove that black metal without distortion is really just... surf music? Guitar YouTuber Kevin Balke demonstrates what black metal could have been like if it had come from California, not Norway
Make your move into serious amplification territory with the best sub-$1,000 guitar amps
Best Guitar Amps Under $1,000 2022: Great Guitar Tones Without Breaking The Bank Make your move into serious amplification territory with the best sub-$1,000 guitar amps

Players

Todd Rundgren performing at Maritime Hall in San Francisco on June 11, 2000.

Watch Todd Rundgren’s Buck Wild "No. 1 Lowest Common Denominator" Guitar Solo

By Rod Brakes published 22 June 22

Video The Renaissance man of rock paints a surreal sonic landscape in this furious performance.

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Joe Bonamassa, 2022

“I Hate the Way I Play Guitar. I Hate the Way I Sing”: Joe Bonamassa Opens Up in His Most Brutally Honest Interview Ever

By Joe Bosso published 16 June 22

Find out why "the man in the suit" thinks he is understood and misunderstood in equal measure.

Phil Collen, 2019

Phil Collen Names His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks

By Mark McStea published 16 June 22

The guitarist reveals the tales behind his deepest cuts, from the U.K. glam-metal scene to Def Leppard’s blockbuster hits.

Greg Howe, 2017

Watch Greg Howe Shred on the GP ‘No Guitar is Safe’ Podcast

By Rod Brakes, Jude Gold published 16 June 22

Video The formidable virtuoso unleashes a barrage of licks and tricks from his considerable arsenal.

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Leo Nocentelli performs live on stage with American funk group the Meters in London in 1976

“That Song is Phenomenal”: Leo Nocentelli Reveals the Origins of the Meters Classic “Cissy Strut”

By Rod Brakes published 15 June 22

Video Watch Gibson’s revealing interview where the funk guitar legend talks about the genesis of this timeless number.

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Lessons

Hillel Slovak of Red Hot Chili Peppers with unknown drummer, 1985

Turn Mighty Drum Grooves Into Driving Rhythm Riffs

By Jesse Gress published 14 June 22

Any rudiment or drum beat can inspire a hotbed of guitar ideas – here’s how to make it work for you.

Bill Frisell, 2011

Jazz Guru Bill Frisell’s Top Ten Tips For Guitarists

By Rod Brakes published 8 June 22

The Grammy-winning master offers some of the best wisdom any musician could hope to hear.

Steve Vai 'Passion & Warefare' album artwork

Discover the Secrets of Steve Vai’s Rhythm Guitar Prowess

By Chris Buono published 7 June 22

Learn the virtuoso’s highly appealing and inventive rhythm playing approaches on his masterpiece, 'Passion & Warfare.'

Spirit Hustler album artwork

Writing and Recording Acoustic Rock, Part 2

By Jimmy Leslie published 3 June 22

How revelations with tuning, guitars and friends inspired the Spirit Hustler track “Circlin’ the Sun.”

Johnny Winter

Five of Johnny Winter’s Top Tips for Guitar Players

By Rod Brakes, Guitar Player Staff published 12 May 22

We’ve pulled out some of the blues-rock legend’s best pointers from the GP archives.

Gear

Ace Frehley, 1977

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Guitar Amps of the 1970s

By Rod Brakes, Chris Gill, Art Thompson published 14 June 22

Take a trip down memory lane with the decade’s brightest (and dullest) hopefuls.

1964 Gibson Super 400

This Could Be the Funkiest Finish on a Vintage Archtop You’ve Ever Seen

By Rod Brakes published 13 June 22

This rare 1964 custom color Gibson Super 400 is top-of-the-line and looking fine!

Jack White

5 of Jack White’s Coolest Guitars

By James Volpe Rotondi published 13 June 22

From vintage and rare to customized modern classics, these are the maestro’s essential tools.

Theresa Wayman performs at Primavera Sound Festival on June 03, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain.

“I’m Excited to Keep Honing the Tone”: Warpaint’s Theresa Wayman On Her Ever-Evolving Live Sound

By Rod Brakes published 10 June 22

GP catches up with the guitarist on tour following the release of new album, ‘Radiate Like This.’

Roland G-707 guitar controller

Played by Jimmy Page, Andy Summers, Pat Metheny and More, Roland’s Quirky GR Guitar Synths Were Surprisingly Versatile Creative Tools

By Dave Hunter published 9 June 22

Guitar synths didn’t dominate popular music, but it wasn’t for Roland’s lack of trying.

Jack White's pedalboard

Take a Close Look at Jack White’s Insanely Cool Pedalboard

By James Volpe Rotondi published 9 June 22

With a penchant for peculiar pedals the White Stripes guitarist has taken stompboxes to another level.

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