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Tom Petty on how he almost didn’t record his first solo hit — and how George Harrison helped save the day
By Christopher Scapelliti published
The song came out of one of Petty's greatest tragedies but proved almost too personal for him to record

Keith Richards’ and Elton John’s long-running feud began with one disastrous Rolling Stones gig
By Elizabeth Swann published
Elton had been invited onstage to play one song .He stayed for another 10, earning Richards ire for decades to come

Kris Kristofferson on what really happened when he landed a helicopter in Johnny Cash’s yard to get his demo tape heard
By Christopher Scapelliti last updated
The late singer-songwriter’s stunt would ultimately earn him the opportunity to quit his job and become a full-time musician

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
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