
Jeff Beck and former Beatles producer George Martin made a jazz-fusion classic that's getting a new look
The guitar legend's 1975 landmark comes to life in a new video released from the 'Midnight Special' archives
By Christopher Scapelliti published
A Hendrix devotee, Gilmour helped operate the PA system for Hendrix's performance at the 1970 Isle of Wight festival
By Jimmy Leslie published
The YouTube music guru makes a rare live appearance in San Francisco at the new Presidio Theatre, September 25
By Phil Weller published
From the group's failed auditions to the black eye he earned defending Ringo Starr, Harrison charts the band’s early years and Anthology-era reunion
By Christopher Scapelliti last updated
The guitarist dives deep into his career in an interview and performance with Haynes for the new TV series ‘The Art of Music,’ premiering September 6
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
From multi-guitar racks to compact stands and wall hangers, here are the best products from K&M, Hercules, Taylor, Ibanez & more
By Matt McCracken published
From rare finishes to models you won’t see anywhere else, this is a chance to grab something that sets you apart
By Matt McCracken published
From Guild guitars to Keeley pedals, these are the best deals from the Musician's Friend sale
By Art Thompson published
Boasting top-notch build and minimal features, it's an ideal pedal platform and a solid performer that morphs from rhythm to lead via your picking or guitar volume
By Matt McCracken last updated
Get yourself gig-ready with the best electro acoustics from Taylor, Martin, Fender, and more
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Find the perfect fit with my selection of guitar picks for electric, bass, and acoustic guitars
By Phil Weller published
Loaned to him by a folk-rock guitarist in the mid ’70s, the instrument spent five decades in his care and featured in notable moments of Knopfler's career
By Matt McCracken last updated
I've been playing a Strat all my life, here's an all-encompassing guide to the best Fender Stratocasters available today
By Daryl Robertson published
There's a slew of guitars discounted this Labor Day, but I've gone through and separated the wheat from the chaff, so you know where to go for the best deal
By Daryl Robertson published
As a Gibson fanatic, this epic sale is where I'll be shopping this Labor Day
By Chris Barnes published
Treat yourself this Labor Day weekend and score massive savings on guitars, amps, pedals and accessories
By Daryl Robertson published
The music retail giant has just dropped its Labor Day sale early, and it includes sizable discounts on the likes of Fender, Gibson, Schecter, Music Man, and more
By Phil Weller published
The album’s roots live on as 'Let It Be,' but Johns says the rest of the band didn’t get McCartney’s “really interesting” idea
By Phil Weller published
Rubber-bridge guitars have changed the sound of acoustic guitar over the past 10 years. And it's all down to one man's invention
By Phil Weller published
He’s recorded and mixed seminal records by some of rock’s biggest artists, and click tracks were always left out in the cold
By Jimmy Leslie published
Presented by Dreamcatcher Events this October, the camp is a hands-on learning experience unlike any other, featuring the acoustic virtuoso and other noted guitarists
By Andrew Daly published
By Phil Weller last updated
The taxes affect production at Fender’s facilities where guitars, amps, pedals and other electronics are made
By Art Thompson published
Ciari founder Jonathan Spangler tells the story behind his company's innovative folding guitar design and technology
By Christopher Scapelliti published
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By Chris Barnes published
With 65% off an annual plan, this is the biggest saving you're likely to see until Black Friday
By João Gaspar published
Bossa nova fingerpicking, samba strumming, and funk-pop grooves, this tutorial will elevate your guitar skills to the next level
By Christopher Scapelliti published
The guitarist and drummer claim they have been underpaid for “digital exploitation” of the trio's classic songs
By Phil Weller published
The Struts' new version of "Could Have Been Me," featuring May, drops today.
By Christopher Scapelliti published
Summers contends the song was nothing without his iconic guitar riff
By Elizabeth Swann published
Now past 2.8 billion streams on Spotify alone, the song reportedly earns the bassit $740,000 per year
By Christopher Scapelliti published
Drummer Roger Taylor’s tongue-in-cheek tune on the hit song's B-side brought him a hefty payday. May still holds a grudge.
By Andrew Daly published
Guitarist Zakk Wylde says the song — Osbourne’s only top-40 hit as a solo artist — combined some of the singer’s favorite styles into a powerful ballad
By Andrew Daly published
The theme song for ‘Easy Rider’ has become a classic, but Dylan was unhappy with the film and refused to have his name associated with it