Latest articles by Joe Bosso
“I Never Thought the Song Would Be A Hit”: Aldo Nova Tells the Incredible Tale of His Breakthrough Single “Fantasy”
How some free studio time led to the 1982 smash that kickstarted his career.
“We Had to Make an Album in Two Weeks!” Legendary Engineer and Producer Ken Scott Recalls the Ascent of David Bowie
From One-Hit Boy Wonder to the Nazz of Glam and the album that made it all happen: 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars.'
“I Didn’t Have Any Idea It Would Be a Hit”: Rick Springfield Tells the Story of His Unexpected 1981 Smash, “Jessie’s Girl”
The pop-rock ear-candy surprise hit that bucked convention and topped the charts.
“More Joe Than Anything Else”: Joe Satriani Opens Up On His Adventurous New Album, ‘The Elephants of Mars’
In search of new themes and textures, the guitar virtuoso explores the unexpected and discovers new sonic territory.
“Virtuosity on the Guitar Comes in Many Forms”: We Go Behind the Scenes of the Inaugural G3 Tour with Dream Team Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Eric Johnson
With new albums and tours of their own, the trio sat down to recall how it all went down.
Pat Travers Spills Out the Tale Behind His Classic 1980 Cut “Snortin’ Whiskey”
Taking shape in mere minutes, this inspired hit remains a live show staple decades down the line.
Alt-Rock Pioneer Bob Mould Names His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks
The guitarist takes a look back at some of his most significant Hüsker Dü, Sugar and solo numbers.
“I Have a Whole Career That’s Based Around Crazy Ideas”: Sammy Hagar Reveals How Inspiration Struck Him and Eddie Van Halen
The Red Rocker tells the inspiring tale behind Van Halen’s enduring hit “Right Now.”
“It Was Fun to Keep that Solo Old-School Rock ’n’ Roll”: Steve Stevens Talks Recording Billy Idol’s ‘The Roadside’
Sidelined by the pandemic the pair made an EP that recalls old times.
"A Lot of Bands Simply Wanted to Fit In, but R.E.M. Always Wanted to Be Themselves”: Producer Mitch Easter Reveals the Genius Behind the Jangle Pop
Armed with a Rickenbacker and a Fender Twin, Peter Buck helped R.E.M. put alternative rock on the map.
Dave Pirner Reveals the Roots of Soul Asylum’s Unstoppable Hit “Runaway Train”
The story behind the ballad that briefly turned Soul Asylum into multi-Platinum stars.
“Writing and Recording Isn’t Just About Creating Music… It’s Also an Act of Self-Creation”: Tom Morello Expands on His New Solo Album
Armed with just his phone and extensive network of musical cohorts, the guitarist takes his instruments into uncharted territory on ‘The Atlas Underground Fire.’
“I’m from Britain and Grew Up Worshipping the Texas Guys”: Joanne Shaw Taylor Talks Recording with Joe Bonamassa
The British blues phenom digs up rare and forgotten gems from the classic era on her latest release, ‘The Blues Album.’
“If It Sounds Good and You’re Having Fun, That’s All You Need To Know”: Joe Bonamassa Dishes Out His Best Advice
Cop these 5 insightful tips on soloing, listening, gear and more from JoBo himself.
Dave Navarro's Top Five Career-Defining Songs
The L.A. alt-rock veteran of Jane’s Addiction and Red Hot Chili Peppers speaks.
“There’s a Special Place in Hell for Musicians Who Have a Hit Song That They Despise”: Vernon Reid Talks “Cult Of Personality”
The innovative Living Colour guitarist opens up about the band’s 1988 breakthrough hit.
Watch Nils Lofgren’s Ridiculously Good Acoustic Rendition of “Keith Don’t Go”
Video The Crazy Horse and E Street Band guitarist reveals the roots of his 1975 ode to Keef.
How Matthew Sweet Wrote “Evangeline”
With a virtuoso solo from Richard Lloyd, Sweet's breakout hit is a six-string tour de force.
“When You Were Around David, the Process of Recording Wasn’t Weird Compared to the Rest of the Stuff Going On”: Earl Slick Talks David Bowie and John Lennon
As he returns with 'Fist Full of Devils', his first solo album in 20 years, the guitarist shares tales of his fast times.
Marcus Machado on How His Ambidextrous Approach to Guitar Helped Him Develop a Unique Six-String Style
As a guitarist of many influences, Machado puts the “extra” into his sensory perception.
Watch Peter Frampton’s Era-Defining ‘Midnight Special’ Performance of “Do You Feel Like We Do”
Video The guitarist explains how his “ultimate capper to a concert” became the monster hit of 1976.
3 Holy Grail Blackguards from John 5’s Dream Guitar Collection
The Telecaster master shows us his hallowed '50s Fenders.
Watch Stone Temple Pilots' Classic 'MTV Unplugged' “Big Empty” Performance with Scott Weiland
Video Remembering the late singer on his birthday as guitarist Dean DeLeo recalls his melancholic memories of the Dobro-infused 1994 hit single.
