Guitar Player Staff

Guitar Player Staff

Guitar Player is the world’s most comprehensive, trusted and insightful guitar publication for passionate guitarists and active musicians of all ages. Guitar Player magazine is published 13 times a year in print and digital formats. The magazine was established in 1967 and is the world's oldest guitar magazine.


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Latest articles by Guitar Player Staff

New for 2022

New for ’22! Look Out for This Tasty Line-Up of Guitar Gear in the Months Ahead

By Guitar Player Staff published

We take a glimpse at the hoard of great guitars, amps, pedals and accessories the New Year brings.

Gretchen Menn of Zepparella perform onstage during the 3rd annual Malibu Guitar Festival at Casa Escobar on May 19, 2017 in Malibu, California.

“They Make Me Shake My Head and Laugh Because They’re Just That Amazing”: Gretchen Menn Reveals Her Favorite Guitar Solos

By Guitar Player Staff published

The award-winning guitarist names three lesser-known strokes of genius.

Zakk Wylde performs during the Generation Axe tour at The Fillmore on November 21, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan.

The Cars, Aldo Nova and Pat Benatar – Zakk Wylde Tips His Hat to these Unlikely Inspirations

By Guitar Player Staff published

The Ozzy Osbourne and Black Label Society shredder names his top three under-the-radar guitar solos.

Alex Skolnick of Testament performs on the Gibson Guitar stage during Day 2 of the Download 2008 Festival on June 14, 2008 in Donington Park in Castle Donington, England.

“A Lesson in Deep Expression”: Alex Skolnick Talks Allan Holdsworth and More

By Guitar Player Staff published

Testament’s primo axeman digs out some essential listens with a list of his top five lesser-known guitar solos.

Reeves Gabrels, 2016

“He Conjures Up a Surreal Sonic Landscape”: Reeves Gabrels on Todd Rundgren and More

By Guitar Player Staff published

The Cure and David Bowie guitar maverick reveals his inspirations.

Steve Stevens performs onstage during the second annual Above Ground concert benefiting MusiCares at The Fonda Theatre on September 16, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.

Steve Stevens Recommends Listening to These Five Guitar Solos

By Guitar Player Staff published

The Billy Idol guitarist names his top five lesser-known favorites.

Satchel of Steel Panther performs at The Roundhouse on February 10, 2019 in London, England

Steel Panther’s Satchel Names His Top Five Guitar Solos

By Guitar Player Staff published

The glam metal merchant reveals his lesser-known personal favorites.

Kirk Hammett, 2019

Kirk Hammett’s Favorite Under-the-Radar Guitar Solos

By Guitar Player Staff published

Metallica’s shredmaster general recommends these lesser-known gems.

Eric Johnson, 2015

Five of Eric Johnson’s Favorite Guitar Solos

By Guitar Player Staff published

From Wes Montgomery to Louis Shelton the Grammy Award winner reveals his favorite under-the-radar gems.

Nels Cline of Wilco performs during the 2017 Newport Folk Festival at Fort Adams State Park on July 29, 2017 in Newport, Rhode Island.

Nels Cline Shares His Top 3 Lesser-Known Guitar Solos

By Guitar Player Staff published

The Wilco guitarist offers few tasteful tips for your playlist.

Brian May, Freddie Mercury of Queen, photo session for 'Music Life' magazine, at Hotel Pacific Tokyo on their Night At The Opera Japan tour, Tokyo, Japan, 21 March 1976

“I Said I Would Like to, Effectively, Sing a Verse On The Guitar”: Brian May Reveals the Studio Secrets of His Legendary “Bohemian Rhapsody” Solo

By Guitar Player Staff published

The Queen guitarist explains how he made the melody fit so perfectly with Mercury’s masterpiece.

Alter Bridge

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

By Guitar Player Staff published

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

Greatest Solos

The Greatest Guitar Solos of All Time

By Guitar Player Staff published

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.

The cover of Guitar Player's February 2022 issue

February 2022 Guitar Player Lesson Audio

By Guitar Player Staff published

Marc Seal Acoustic Guitar Lesson - How to Slap and Pop | ELIXIR Strings

Must Know Bass-Style Techniques for your Acoustic Guitar

By Guitar Player Staff published

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Meet the Compact, All-Solid Taylor AD22e

By Guitar Player Staff published

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What Do You Get The Guitarist Who Has Everything? A Cameo Holiday Message From Their Hero...

By Guitar Player Staff last updated

Because nothing says 'holidays' like a custom video message from a member of Kiss or Blue Oyster Cult.

The Beatles

The Beatles Get Back Documentary: How To Watch It And Why

By Guitar Player Staff last updated

How to see and what people are saying about Peter Jackson's Beatles opus, Get Back.

Supro Delta king

The Supro Delta King 8 Looks Like You Could Eat It With A Spoon And Now Has a Tasty $120 Off Too

By Guitar Player Staff published

Who says amps have to be boring black boxes? This stylish and compact tube amp is versatile and more affordable than ever.

acoustic albums

30 Classic Acoustic Albums You Must Hear

By Guitar Player Staff published

30 classic acoustic albums handpicked to inspire your playing.

The cover of Guitar Player's January 2022 issue

January 2022 Guitar Player Lesson Audio

By Guitar Player Staff published

Beverly “Guitar” Watkins, 2010

5 Reasons Beverly “Guitar” Watkins Remains a Guitar Legend

By Guitar Player Staff published

A dedicated blues artist she cut her debut solo record at the age of 60.

Two girls strumming Tri-Pop guitars, one sitting on couch with red guitar. Older girl on floor with blue guitar. really easy-to-learn

Meet the Donner Tri-Pop, the ingenious three-string guitar that will get you up and playing in no time

By Guitar Player Staff published

Sponsored Donner’s new guitar design streamlines the learning process for adults and children alike

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The cover of Guitar Player's Holiday 2021 issue

Holiday 2021 Guitar Player Lesson Audio

By Guitar Player Staff published

Jeff Healey

Five Reasons Jeff Healey Is a Guitar Legend

By Guitar Player Staff published

His superlative technique and lifelong commitment to music remains an inspiration.

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