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Mark Knopfler, 1979

“I Was Doing Things With My Fingers That I Couldn't Do With a Pick”: Mark Knopfler on His World-Famous Picking Technique

By Rod Brakes, Dan Forte, Joel A. Siegel published 27 July 22

The Dire Straits guitarist explains how he developed his unique style.

George Harrison and Eric Clapton performing at the Concert for Bangladesh at Madison Square Garden.

“I Can't Do That. Nobody Ever Plays On the Beatles Records”: Here’s Why Eric Clapton Nearly Didn’t Record His Epic “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” Guitar Solo

By Rod Brakes, Dan Forte published 6 July 22

George Harrison recounts the events in this classic interview from the GP archive.

Alexander Howard Dumble

“When the Air Becomes Electric, That's the Right Sound”: Howard Alexander Dumble’s 1985 ‘Guitar Player’ Interview in Full

By Dan Forte published 18 January 22

In this in-depth article from the GP archive the master craftsman discusses his approach to designing a legacy of world class guitar amplifiers.

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