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Kirk Hammett holds two 'Burst Les Pauls – "Greeny" and "Gemini"

The Story of "Gemini," the Older Sibling of the Legendary "Greeny" Les Paul

Jackson Maxwell published 12 January 22

Gibson's Cesar Gueikian unknowingly acquired the 'Burst made directly before Greeny, and learned about the two Les Pauls' connection while on the phone with Greeny's owner, Metallica's Kirk Hammett.

Edgar and Johnny Winter

Johnny Winter Tribute ‘Brother Johnny’ Features Collaborations with Ringo Starr, Joe Bonamassa, Billy Gibbons and Many More

Rod Brakes published 11 January 22

Edgar Winter's much anticipated album sports an all-star cast of guitarists including Joe Walsh, Derek Trucks and Steve Lukather.

Malcolm Young performs onstage with AC/DC at the Roseland Ballroom

Malcolm Young Using a Gibson in the Studio? It Happened on this AC/DC Song

Jackson Maxwell published 10 January 22

"To this day I still hear that track and go, 'Ugh,'" AC/DC's late rhythm guitar dynamo said of this tune in 2003.

Bernard Sumner performs with Joy Divison at the Electric Ballroom in Camden Town, London in 1979.

Watch Joy Division’s Historical Television Debut

Rod Brakes published 4 January 22

Video This 1978 performance of “Shadowplay” captures the band on their way to becoming post-punk legends.

Alter Bridge

Alter Bridge's Mark Tremonti and Myles Kennedy Choose Their Favorite Solos

Guitar Player Staff published 26 December 21

The Alter Bridge two-some on some overlooked guitar solos...

Greatest Solos

The Greatest Guitar Solos of All Time

Guitar Player Staff published 25 December 21

As voted for by you the readers, behold the genius of the David Gilmour, Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Van Halen, Brian May and many more.

Here’s why the ‘Burst is far more than just a blues-rock machine. — Watch a 21-Year-Old George Benson Ripping Up a Gibson Les Paul Standard in 1964 Here’s why the ‘Burst is far more than just a blues-rock machine.

The amazing story of Joan Jett’s runaway hit. — “I Wanted to Say It Loud and Clear”: Alan Merrill on Writing “I Love Rock ’N’ Roll” The amazing story of Joan Jett’s runaway hit.

These stompboxes add cool vintage character and respond beautifully when driven by gain pedals, just like a real amp. — Crazy Tube Circuits Falcon and Killer V Reviews These stompboxes add cool vintage character and respond beautifully when driven by gain pedals, just like a real amp.

The Air Force veteran took a Martin ukulele to space and discovered the joy of making music in microgravity. — If You Strum a Ukulele In Space, Does It Make a Sound? Find Out In This Incredible Interview With Astronaut Chris Sembroski The Air Force veteran took a Martin ukulele to space and discovered the joy of making music in microgravity.

Gibson's Cesar Gueikian unknowingly acquired the 'Burst made directly before Greeny, and learned about the two Les Pauls' connection while on the phone with Greeny's owner, Metallica's Kirk Hammett. — The Story of "Gemini," the Older Sibling of the Legendary "Greeny" Les Paul Gibson's Cesar Gueikian unknowingly acquired the 'Burst made directly before Greeny, and learned about the two Les Pauls' connection while on the phone with Greeny's owner, Metallica's Kirk Hammett.

As the cornerstone of Harmony’s hollow-body lineup, the Rocket was a soaring success. — Jack White, Dan Auerbach and Many More Have Made Great Use of These DeArmond Gold-Foil-Loaded Classics As the cornerstone of Harmony’s hollow-body lineup, the Rocket was a soaring success.

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Zakk Wylde

“We Just Thought We Might as Well Make Another Record Because We Sure Weren’t Going to be Doing Any Shows”: Zakk Wylde Talks Black Label Society's Lockdown Album

By Mark McStea published 14 January 22

The master shredder emerges with a new long-player that laces ballads with twin-guitar rockers.

Lee Ritenour

“The Key to Finding Who You Are is to Compose”: Lee Ritenour Reveals His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks

By Mark McStea published 14 January 22

With thousands of sessions to his name the guitarist talks definitive solo records and collaborations from his multi-genre catalog.

Pat Martino

Here's Why Pat Martino’s ‘Joyous Lake’ Remains an Essential Listen from the Golden Age of Fusion

By Jim Campilongo published 14 January 22

The late, great guitarist took a stirring voyage on fusion’s treacherous waters with this classic album.

Yasmin Williams

Yasmin Williams is a True Guitar Hero for a New Generation of Players

By Jimmy Leslie published 13 January 22

After mastering the ‘Guitar Hero’ game the experimental scholar became a lap-tapping star.

Joe Pass playing a Fender VI

Watch This Rare Clip of Jazz Guitar Genius Joe Pass Playing a Fender Jaguar

By Rod Brakes published 11 January 22

Video Before owning his iconic Gibson ES-175D the jazz great used this unlikely solidbody.

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Lessons

Lego

How to Finish a Song After Inspiration Strikes

By Jeff Jacobson published 13 January 22

An alternative approach for creating those elusive intro and bridge sections.

Son House (Eddie James 'Son' House, Jr) performs on stage at the Hammersmith Odeon in 1967 in Londo

Acoustic Blues Musings, Part 4: Slide Song Suggestions

By Jimmy Leslie published 12 January 22

Essential listening for blues players with insights from Ben Harper and Roy Rogers.

Jimmy Page

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Albums and Artists that Made 1971 Guitar’s Greatest Year

By Vinnie DeMasi published 22 December 21

The spirit of ’71 is well and truly alive in this historical lesson.

Slide

Acoustic Blues Musings, Part 3: Open Roots Tuning Tips

By Jimmy Leslie published 22 December 21

These essential tunings are the keys to slide blues success.

The cover of Guitar Player's February 2022 issue

February 2022 Guitar Player Lesson Audio

By Guitar Player Staff published 20 December 21

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Gear

Baranik B-1

Mike Baranik’s B-1 is a Retro-Modern Marvel

By Dave Hunter published 14 January 22

The acclaimed luthier’s high-end solidbody brings 1960s-inspired guitar design to the boutique market.

Music Man Sabre I

Developed by Leo Fender the Music Man Sabre I is a Sound Sculptor that Cuts Like a Knife

By Dave Hunter published 13 January 22

This piece of classic gear may be of exceptional pedigree but is no dog.

Teisco Spectrum 5

Cool, Quirky and Collectible: the Teisco Spectrum 5

By Terry Carleton published 13 January 22

With its innovative features this oddball Holy Grailer is interesting enough to push anyone’s buttons.

Santa Cruz Guitar Company's Happy Traum Signature Model HT/13

Santa Cruz Guitar’s Happy Traum Signature Model HT/13 is a Fingerpicker's Dream Machine

By Jimmy Leslie published 5 January 22

The folk veteran’s guitar “goes far beyond wood, strings, frets and bracing.”

1974 Marshall 1987 and 1990 in red custom colour finish

Marshall Rolled Out the Red Carpet for this Highly Collectible Stack

By Dave Hunter published 4 January 22

Sporting dual 6550 output tubes this uber-rare custom color finish model 1987 was made in England for the U.S. market.

1967 Gretsch Viking

The Gretsch Guitar That Was Far Too Clever For Its Own Good

By Terry Carleton published 24 December 21

Despite its secret weapons the Viking failed to conquer when it landed.

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