Players Trace the Roots of Rock and Roll with a Spin of Roy Brown’s 'Laughing But Crying' This compilation of material by the original singer of “Good Rocking Tonight" showcases a number of fleet-fingered guitarists, such as Bill Jones, Bill Jennings, and Jimmy Davis. Ramblin’ Jack Elliott Reflects on His Friendship with Woody Guthrie and Why Bob Dylan's Act Made Him Stop Playing Harmonica Onstage Now 91 years old, the man Dylan called “the king of folk singers" tells stories of his time with Jack Kerouac and James Dean, and his experiences touring with Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue. “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. Grid List Latest Players “We Didn’t Sound Like Anybody Else”: Andy Summers Talks Five Career-Defining Songs By Joe Bosso published 7 June 22 As 'The Police – Greatest Hits' returns in a deluxe edition, the guitarist reflects on five classics from the band’s timeless catalog. How Steve Vai Wrote "For the Love of God" By Joe Bosso published 6 June 22 The virtuoso's first "real visceral, long-playing guitar" piece came during a 10-day fast, changing his life in the process. “It’s Okay to Sound Different from the Record”: Ry Cooder Reveals His Stage and Studio Secrets By Jimmy Leslie published 3 June 22 Discover the source of the authentic guitar tones heard on his new album with Taj Mahal, ‘Get On Board: The Songs of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.’ Listen to These 5 Killer Tracks From Beto Martinez - the New King of Latin Rock Guitar By James Volpe Rotondi published 2 June 22 Get on board with the Grammy-winning guitarist and take a spin through this kaleidoscopic collection of musical meanderings. “I Never Thought the Song Would Be A Hit”: Aldo Nova Tells the Incredible Tale of His Breakthrough Single “Fantasy” By Joe Bosso published 1 June 22 How some free studio time led to the 1982 smash that kickstarted his career. If Hooks Could Kill, This Holy Grail Album Would Be On America’s Most Wanted List By Jim Campilongo published 30 May 22 One of the rare jazz masters who actually played a Jazzmaster, Roy Lanham slayed listeners the old-fashioned way: with his bare hands. Jimmie Vaughan Reveals His Guitar Tone Secrets By Art Thompson published 26 May 22 From pickups to mics, the Texas blues legend shares some priceless pointers in this classic interview from the GP archive. 5 of Doyle Bramhall II’s Greatest Guitar Playing Insights By Rod Brakes, Shawn Hammond published 25 May 22 The maestro talks songwriting, soloing and more in these inspiring interview snippets from the GP archive. Watch Samantha Fish Up Close Performing “Gone for Good” on a Gibson Firebird By Rod Brakes, Jude Gold published 24 May 22 Video Cop some moves from the blues-shredding firebrand in this classic 'No Guitar Is Safe' podcast episode. Video “I Am Just a Punk Kid Trying to Get a Sound Out of a Guitar That I Couldn't Buy Off the Rack”: a 23-Year-Old Eddie Van Halen Talks Building His Own Guitars By Rod Brakes, Jas Obrecht published 20 May 22 Screwdrivers, chisels, drills and chainsaws – the young prodigy reveals all in this amazing interview 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 READ1Ramblin’ Jack Elliott Reflects on His Friendship with Woody Guthrie and Why Bob Dylan's Act Made Him Stop Playing Harmonica Onstage2Watch Steve Vai Give His Guitar to a Teenage Fan, Who Steals the Show with an Electrifying Solo3Rory Gallagher Fans Are in for a Treat With Forthcoming 'Deuce' Releases4Watch the Rolling Stones’ Newly Restored “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” Music Videos5Best Acoustic Guitars Under $500 In 2022: 9 Killer Acoustic Guitars That Offer Superb Value For Money
“We Didn’t Sound Like Anybody Else”: Andy Summers Talks Five Career-Defining Songs By Joe Bosso published 7 June 22 As 'The Police – Greatest Hits' returns in a deluxe edition, the guitarist reflects on five classics from the band’s timeless catalog.
How Steve Vai Wrote "For the Love of God" By Joe Bosso published 6 June 22 The virtuoso's first "real visceral, long-playing guitar" piece came during a 10-day fast, changing his life in the process.
“It’s Okay to Sound Different from the Record”: Ry Cooder Reveals His Stage and Studio Secrets By Jimmy Leslie published 3 June 22 Discover the source of the authentic guitar tones heard on his new album with Taj Mahal, ‘Get On Board: The Songs of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.’
Listen to These 5 Killer Tracks From Beto Martinez - the New King of Latin Rock Guitar By James Volpe Rotondi published 2 June 22 Get on board with the Grammy-winning guitarist and take a spin through this kaleidoscopic collection of musical meanderings.
“I Never Thought the Song Would Be A Hit”: Aldo Nova Tells the Incredible Tale of His Breakthrough Single “Fantasy” By Joe Bosso published 1 June 22 How some free studio time led to the 1982 smash that kickstarted his career.
If Hooks Could Kill, This Holy Grail Album Would Be On America’s Most Wanted List By Jim Campilongo published 30 May 22 One of the rare jazz masters who actually played a Jazzmaster, Roy Lanham slayed listeners the old-fashioned way: with his bare hands.
Jimmie Vaughan Reveals His Guitar Tone Secrets By Art Thompson published 26 May 22 From pickups to mics, the Texas blues legend shares some priceless pointers in this classic interview from the GP archive.
5 of Doyle Bramhall II’s Greatest Guitar Playing Insights By Rod Brakes, Shawn Hammond published 25 May 22 The maestro talks songwriting, soloing and more in these inspiring interview snippets from the GP archive.
Watch Samantha Fish Up Close Performing “Gone for Good” on a Gibson Firebird By Rod Brakes, Jude Gold published 24 May 22 Video Cop some moves from the blues-shredding firebrand in this classic 'No Guitar Is Safe' podcast episode.
“I Am Just a Punk Kid Trying to Get a Sound Out of a Guitar That I Couldn't Buy Off the Rack”: a 23-Year-Old Eddie Van Halen Talks Building His Own Guitars By Rod Brakes, Jas Obrecht published 20 May 22 Screwdrivers, chisels, drills and chainsaws – the young prodigy reveals all in this amazing interview from the GP archive.
