Latest articles by Jimmy Leslie
Matteo Mancuso on why he plays fingerstyle on electric — and how he got Steve Vai to work with him
The Sicilian virtuoso spoke with us on a rare visit to the United States
Julian Lage says noise from cellphone towers made recording his guitars impossible. Just by luck, he had a fix
The guitarist was cutting his new album near the Empire State Building, where interference from 5G towers was excessively strong
Win tickets to see Warren Haynes perform on his “Winter of Warren” solo tour at Guitar Player Presents
The Gov’t Mule leader and Allman Brothers Band veteran makes a rare solo jaunt out west when he comes to Santa Cruz on February 15
We review the Fishman AirLock Wireless GT wireless guitar system and find cordless heaven
The plug-and-play wireless system delivers cable-like tone with adjustable voicing and interference settings
How Zach Bryan got Bob Weir‘s Fender Telecaster just days before the Grateful Dead legend’s passing
The road-worn guitar was among Weir‘s favorites from his many years onstage
Win tickets to see Matteo Mancuso perform at Guitar Player Presents in Southern California after NAMM 2026
The Italian guitar phenom makes a rare trip stateside and performs at stunning Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara on Tuesday, January 27
Fake nails improved my fingerstyle guitar game. Should you do it too? Here’s everything you need to know
James Taylor wears them. So does Sonny Landreth and Kaki King.
Jason Isbell on developing his unique acoustic approach for ‘Foxes in the Snow’
As he drops his latest album and new Martin signature models, the Americana troubadour riffs on the magic of small-bodied guitars
Win tickets to see the Johnny A. Trio at a special Guitar Player Presents event in Oakland, California
The Boston Music Hall of Famer returns to California to play a rare trio show at Yoshi’s in Jack London Square on Wednesday, January 7
We review the new Martin O’ahu HG-28 acoustic guitar and discover a more manageable dread
Announced in 2024, the model — inspired by a vintage Gibson HG-20 Hawaiian guitar discovered by Chris Martin IV — has finally arrived
Rick Beato shares the secrets he's learned sitting next to David Gilmour, Neal Schon and other guitar greats
The YouTube sensation told us what he's learned about players by sitting just inches away from them
Sonny Landreth on the one pedal he refuses to use — and his upcoming performance at GP Presents. Win tickets to see him
The slide virtuoso takes the stage for our monthly concert series at Yoshi’s, in Oakland, California, November 10.
“For the sophisticated player that wants it all.” We review the PRS S2 Special Semi-Hollow
Built in Maryland, this new addition to the PRS S2 line hits the sweet spot between classic tone, modern versatility and pure playability
“The coolest acoustic-electric guitar gadget of the past decade is now better than ever.” We review the new ToneWoodAmp2 Portable Effects Processor for Acoustic-Electric Guitars
A built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, multieffects and the free ToneWoodAmp Remote app are among the many upgrades
Buddy Guy’s wild tales about Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King and the Bassman that got left on the runway
At nearly 90, Guy has seen and performed with some of guitar's greatest in blues and rock, and experienced the crazy ups and downs of touring
Win tickets to see former Police guitarist Andy Summers live at GP Presents in San Francisco
Summers makes a solo multimedia appearance at the new Presidio Theatre, September 27
Rick Beato on guitar’s forgotten greats and his upcoming performance at GP Presents. Here’s how to win tickets to see him
The YouTube music guru makes a rare live appearance in San Francisco at the new Presidio Theatre, September 25
Tommy Emmanuel reveals everything you need to know about his upcoming Guitar Camp U.S.A.
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
Win Tickets to Ben Harper & the Innocent Criminals at GP Presents in Oakland, California
Harper is back on tour with his primary band, with his daughter Harris Harper as the opening act
How Tesla's Frank Hannon rediscovered his love of recording by making an album entirely on his phone
Recovering from loss and chased out of his home by hurricanes, Frank Hannon tracked his new album with just his smartphone and a portable microphone
Sounchecks, warm-ups and going to bed at 5am: How Ben Harper survives touring
Sounchecks, warm-ups and going to bed at 5am: How Ben Harper survives touring
We review the Powers Electric A-Type and find a stunningly unique and inspirational creation
Known for his acoustic creations over at Taylor Guitars, Andy Powers has designed a hollowbody electric that combines vintage vibes with modern and boutique elements
Win tickets to see Buddy Guy, with Taj Farrant, at Guitar Player Presents in Saratoga, California
The blues legend’s Damn Right Farewell tour stops at the Mountain Winery in the South Bay with 16-year-old Australian phenom on Tuesday, August 12
