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Ukrainian guitarist completely restores a Les Paul heavily damaged by a Russian drone strike
By Phil Weller published
Luthier Tanya Shpachuk says the guitar is symbolic of her nation‘s defiance in the face of Russian aggression

David Ellefson on Dave Mustaine, surviving Megadeth and what really happened when he was forced out of the thrash metal legends
By Andrew Daly published
The founding bassist says he has no regrets — he just wants credit for his contributions to the group‘s success and legacy

John Fogerty on the letter that inspired him to write his greatest hit song
By Phil Weller published
The missive changed his life in two ways and helped him realize a lifelong dream

Brian May on the surprising reason Queen refuse to play one of summers’ most celebrated music festivals
By Elizabeth Swann published
The guitarist also gives an update on Queen‘s future touring plans

Police royalties case reveals Sting has paid Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland more than $800,000 since they filed their lawsuit
By Phil Weller published
The case went to the U.K. High Court last week

How Tom Petty broke up his band to form the Heartbreakers — and the musician he left behind
By Andrew Daly published
Fifty years later, former Mudcrutch bassist Charlie Souza still wonders what happened

Keith Urban on the virtuoso who got him fired from a heavy metal band
By Phil Weller published
Urban’s growing love of country music derailed his metal career — but he had the last laugh

How a classic hard rock track was written on Chris Cornell's couch with an acoustic guitar
By Phil Weller published
Estranged from his band and father, Jerry Cantrell dug deep and pulled out a timeless tune that still resonates today
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