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From jamming with David Gilmour to getting guitar lessons from Keith Richards — one guitarist lived out every player’s fantasies
By Gary Graff published
Former record exec Paul Rappaport recounts his adventures with Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen and other rock legends in his new memoir, ‘Gliders Over Hollywood’

Robbie McIntosh reveals his “pinch me” moment as lead guitarist on Paul McCartney’s first-ever solo tour
By Joe Bosso published
The former Pretenders guitarist was recommended to the job by his previous boss — McCartney pal Chrissie Hynde

When Randy Rhoads died, Night Ranger guitarist Brad Gillis found himself hired overnight to become Ozzy Osbourne's new guitarist
By Jas Obrecht published
Gillis was flown overnight to audition for Ozzy, only to find he was the sole contender for the job. He scored the gig after playing one song

Now 89, guitar legend Buddy Guy explains why he “ain’t done with the blues” yet
By Gary Graff published
Two years after retiring from the road, Guy is still out there. His new album drops July 30

Al Nesbitt & The Alchemy - Release Date Set for Live in Seattle EP
By Andy McDonough published

“When I was making effects for Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck and Jimi Hendrix, I was one of their best-kept secrets” — Roger Mayer
By Art Thompson published
The inventor described in detail how he crafted effects for Page and Hendrix based on their needs

Paul McCartney on how John Lennon saved him in a moment of doubt — and why the former Beatles bassist keeps going
By Elizabeth Swann published
McCartney said Lennon's words show the value of partnership, and how having someone in your corner can help you see the brilliance you missed

The time Neil Young bailed on Stephen Stills in the middle of their sold-out tour
By Christopher Scapelliti published
The Stills-Young tour of 1976 was supposed to revive the power of their Buffalo Springfield era. It ended midway through with a freeway exit and a telegram
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