Players “You Don't Have to Blow Your Cookies in the First Bar”: Tommy Bolin on the Art of Guitar Solos The late, great guitarist talks playing with Albert King and replacing Deep Purple’s Ritchie Blackmore in this archive interview. Watch Ritchie Blackmore Attack a Cameraman and Smash up His Rig Before Blowing a Hole in the Stage Deep Purple’s 1974 California Jam appearance remains one of the fieriest performances in music history. Tom Bukovac: "The Firebird is a Great Nashville Guitar, Because it’s Got the Midrange That Can Cut Through a Big Band. It’s Like a Big Giant Tele" One of Nashville's top session guitarists discusses his new LP with Dean DeLeo, the vintage guitars he brings to every session, and what sets him apart from his Tele-slinging peers. Grid List Latest Players "A Record Like This Was Destined to Be Made, and We Wanted to Be the Ones Making it”: Steve Howe on 50 Years of Yes's 'Close to the Edge' By Joe Bosso published 1 August 22 Yes's longtime axeman details the intense rehearsals, rare Gibson archtops, and inspired improvisations that formed the band's masterpiece. "Michael Jackson Was the Most Driven Individual I’ve Ever Seen": Erick Walls Reflects on His Five Favorite Sessions By Jude Gold published 29 July 22 Walls has worked with countless gospel, rock, R&B, pop, and country artists, and his list of favorite sessions is similarly eclectic. "It’s the Basis for Everything I Do Because it Tells the Truth": How Joan Jett Combined Punk Toughness and Ear-Candy Pop Smarts on “Bad Reputation” By Joe Bosso published 29 July 22 The rock icon reveals how a stint touring with the Ramones inspired one of her most enduring hits. “Hearing Yourself Too Well Is Almost as Bad as Not Hearing Yourself Well Enough”: Gretchen Menn Talks Stage Volume By Michael Molenda published 28 July 22 The guitar sensation and winner of Martin and Guitar World’s No Limits Challenge shares some wisdom on amps, speakers, effects and earplugs. “I Was Doing Things With My Fingers That I Couldn't Do With a Pick”: Mark Knopfler on His World-Famous Picking Technique By Rod Brakes, Dan Forte, Joel A. Siegel published 27 July 22 The Dire Straits guitarist explains how he developed his unique style. GP Presents Spirit Hustler on July 29 in San Francisco – Win Tickets By Guitar Player Staff published 26 July 22 Win tickets to an existential evening of psychedelic rock at the Chapel. Jeff “Skunk” Baxter: "I Wanted to Put Some Muscle in 'My Old School'" By Joe Bosso published 26 July 22 The session guitar great explains why he chose to re-work two Steely Dan classics, “The Rose,” and more for his adventurous solo debut album, 'Speed of Heat.' Joey Landreth: "I Hoped if People Listened on Headphones, They Would Feel Like They Were in the Booth" By Michael Ross published 22 July 22 The Canadian guitar great reveals how a group of unique boutique guitars (and circumstances) helped make 'Come Morning' the most thrillingly intimate Bros. Landreth album yet. Why Howlin’ Wolf's Landmark 'Rockin’ Chair Album' Remains One of the Greatest Blues Records of All Time By Jim Campilongo published 22 July 22 Featuring Hubert Sumlin, Buddy Guy, and a host of other legendary musicians, this 1962 Chess compilation is a reminder of what real blues is all about. "I Sold My Soul to the Guitar”: Slash Explains How He Got Started By Guitar Player Staff published 21 July 22 The Guns N’ Roses star recalls the trials and tribulations of his formative years as a guitarist in this classic interview extract from the GP archive. 123456789Archives The Pick Newsletter Get the latest news, reviews and product advice straight to your inbox. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for signing up to The Pick. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST READ1Watch Steve Vai Give His Guitar to a Teenage Fan, Who Steals the Show with an Electrifying Solo2Rory Gallagher Fans Are in for a Treat With Forthcoming 'Deuce' Releases3Watch the Rolling Stones’ Newly Restored “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” Music Videos4Best Acoustic Guitars Under $500 In 2022: 9 Killer Acoustic Guitars That Offer Superb Value For Money 5Reverb Faces Stiff Competition as Sweetwater Launches the Sweetwater Gear Exchange
"A Record Like This Was Destined to Be Made, and We Wanted to Be the Ones Making it”: Steve Howe on 50 Years of Yes's 'Close to the Edge' By Joe Bosso published 1 August 22 Yes's longtime axeman details the intense rehearsals, rare Gibson archtops, and inspired improvisations that formed the band's masterpiece.
"Michael Jackson Was the Most Driven Individual I’ve Ever Seen": Erick Walls Reflects on His Five Favorite Sessions By Jude Gold published 29 July 22 Walls has worked with countless gospel, rock, R&B, pop, and country artists, and his list of favorite sessions is similarly eclectic.
"It’s the Basis for Everything I Do Because it Tells the Truth": How Joan Jett Combined Punk Toughness and Ear-Candy Pop Smarts on “Bad Reputation” By Joe Bosso published 29 July 22 The rock icon reveals how a stint touring with the Ramones inspired one of her most enduring hits.
“Hearing Yourself Too Well Is Almost as Bad as Not Hearing Yourself Well Enough”: Gretchen Menn Talks Stage Volume By Michael Molenda published 28 July 22 The guitar sensation and winner of Martin and Guitar World’s No Limits Challenge shares some wisdom on amps, speakers, effects and earplugs.
“I Was Doing Things With My Fingers That I Couldn't Do With a Pick”: Mark Knopfler on His World-Famous Picking Technique By Rod Brakes, Dan Forte, Joel A. Siegel published 27 July 22 The Dire Straits guitarist explains how he developed his unique style.
GP Presents Spirit Hustler on July 29 in San Francisco – Win Tickets By Guitar Player Staff published 26 July 22 Win tickets to an existential evening of psychedelic rock at the Chapel.
Jeff “Skunk” Baxter: "I Wanted to Put Some Muscle in 'My Old School'" By Joe Bosso published 26 July 22 The session guitar great explains why he chose to re-work two Steely Dan classics, “The Rose,” and more for his adventurous solo debut album, 'Speed of Heat.'
Joey Landreth: "I Hoped if People Listened on Headphones, They Would Feel Like They Were in the Booth" By Michael Ross published 22 July 22 The Canadian guitar great reveals how a group of unique boutique guitars (and circumstances) helped make 'Come Morning' the most thrillingly intimate Bros. Landreth album yet.
Why Howlin’ Wolf's Landmark 'Rockin’ Chair Album' Remains One of the Greatest Blues Records of All Time By Jim Campilongo published 22 July 22 Featuring Hubert Sumlin, Buddy Guy, and a host of other legendary musicians, this 1962 Chess compilation is a reminder of what real blues is all about.
"I Sold My Soul to the Guitar”: Slash Explains How He Got Started By Guitar Player Staff published 21 July 22 The Guns N’ Roses star recalls the trials and tribulations of his formative years as a guitarist in this classic interview extract from the GP archive.
