Rod Brakes is a music writer with an expertise in all things guitar-related. Having spent many years at the coalface as a guitar dealer and tech, Rod's more recent work as a journalist covering artists, industry pros and gear includes writing hundreds of articles and features for the likes of Guitarist, Total Guitar, Guitar World, Guitar Player and MusicRadar, as well as contributions for specialist books, blogs and social media. He is also a lifelong musician.
Latest articles by Rod Brakes
Watch Jimmy Page & Jeff Beck’s Epic Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame Performance
Video The ex-Yardbirds guitarists hit the stage with a fierce rendition of “Immigrant Song.”
Don’t Miss Indie Blues Trailblazer Troy Redfern’s Blistering New Single, “Come On”
Video The “king of slide guitar” straps on his DeArmond goldfoil-fitted 1930s Dobro in this hard rocking music video.
Watch Jeff Beck and Johnny Depp’s Tantalizing “Venus in Furs” Visualizer
Video The Velvet Underground cover is the latest teaser from the stars' collaborative new album ’18.’
Buffalo Springfield and Poco Founder Richie Furay Shares Immaculate “Walking in Memphis” Performance Video
Video The country-rock pioneer drops another track from his highly anticipated new album ‘In the Country.’
Watch Blues Master Kirk Fletcher’s "Afraid to Die, Too Scared to Live" Music Video
Video The guitarist drops soulful lead single from forthcoming album ‘Heartache by the Pound.’
Watch Todd Rundgren’s Buck Wild "No. 1 Lowest Common Denominator" Guitar Solo
Video The Renaissance man of rock paints a surreal sonic landscape in this furious performance.
Watch Greg Howe Shred on the GP ‘No Guitar is Safe’ Podcast
Video The formidable virtuoso unleashes a barrage of licks and tricks from his considerable arsenal.
“That Song is Phenomenal”: Leo Nocentelli Reveals the Origins of the Meters Classic “Cissy Strut”
Video Watch Gibson’s revealing interview where the funk guitar legend talks about the genesis of this timeless number.
