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Iron Maiden's Adrian Smith on the 'Number of the Beast' Ibanez Destroyer he got for free — and still uses to this day
By Phil Weller published
Gifted to him while on tour in Japan in the early ‘80s, the guitar has survived a series of scares and is still used on the classic track it was used to record

Carol Kaye dismisses Rock Hall induction as it goes against what she stands for
By Phil Weller published
In a now-deleted Facebook post, she outlined her reasons for boycotting the ceremony later this year

Scott Gorham on how John Sykes' heavy metal thunder gave Thin Lizzy one last chance
By Phil Weller published
Gorham played with some serious guitar talents in Thin Lizzy, but Sykes brought a “fiery” edge like no other

Rudy Sarzo on Randy Rhoads’ relentless drive and unique approach to Ozzy Osbourne’s Black Sabbath songs
By Phil Weller published
Rhoads was “too creative” to play songs exactly as they were recorded, his friend says

Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley fought against a Kiss makeover. But it gave them their biggest hit
By Phil Weller published
Producer Bob Ezrin pushed the group into uncharted waters and came out a winner with "Beth"

Tony Iommi says Led Zeppelin's John Bonham meant to compliment Black Sabbath's Ronnie James Dio. It didn't go well
By Phil Weller published
The Sabbath guitarist found himself at the center of a dispute after the drummer's comments were taken the wrong way

Jason Isbell on the one thing young players should do when buying their first guitars
By Phil Weller published
The serial Grammy winner and vintage gear enthusiast says this one small trick will help players become better players more quickly

Pete Townshend on Roger Daltrey’s career-changing decision that took the guitarist out of his comfort zone
By Christopher Scapelliti last updated
When the Detours came to an end, the newly knighted singer decided he was unhappy in his role, forcing Townshend out of his comfort zone
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