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David Bowie (1947 - 2016, left) performing with guitarist Mick Ronson (1946 1993) at a live recording of 'The 1980 Floor Show' for the NBC 'Midnight Special' TV show, at The Marquee Club in London, with a specially invited audience of Bowie fanclub members, 20th October 1973.

Mick Ronson: the Rise and Fall of Glam-Rock’s Greatest Guitarist

By Max Bell published

In 1970, he changed the career of David Bowie and went on to work with Lou Reed, Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp, Morrissey and more.

Skip James at Newport Folk Festival 26th July 1964.

“His Storytelling Was as Brilliant as His Guitar Playing”: How the Spirit of Skip James is Felt Stronger than Ever Today in Bentonia Blues

By Jim Beaugez published

Washed up at age 30, the legendary bluesman was rediscovered in 1964, just five years before his death.

Fender Blackguard

The History of the Fender Telecaster

By Richard Smith last updated

How Fender’s seminal solidbody helped ignite a cultural revolution.

Film still from "Subterranean Homesick Blues"

Three Chords, the Truth and Some Marker Pens: Watch Bob Dylan’s Groundbreaking “Subterranean Homesick Blues” Music Video

By Rod Brakes last updated

Video Inspired by beat poetry and the blues this hit single marked a turning point for the young singer-songwriter.

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Danny "Kootch" Kortchmar performs "It's Too Late" with Carole King during the BBC In Concert session on February 10, 1971

Watch Carole King’s Iconic "It's Too Late" BBC Performance with Session Legend Danny "Kootch" Kortchmar

By Rod Brakes published

Video The Laurel Canyon classic gets a live airing with one of the best guitarists in the business.

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Concert for Bangladesh

Five Storied Guitars from George Harrison’s 'Concert for Bangladesh'

By Nikki O'Neil published

Featuring Bob Dylan's Martin D-28, a rare Gibson Explorer, a mystery Fender Stratocaster and more...

George Harrison

How George Harrison Made the Epic Concert for Bangladesh Happen with a Little Help From His Friends

By Nikki O'Neil published

In the summer of 1971, Harrison corralled his musical friends to answer the call for humanitarian aid to Bangladesh. Two of his closest companions nearly left him hanging.

Link Wray

Watch Jimmy Page Spin Link Wray’s Groundbreaking “Rumble” Single

By Rod Brakes published

Video The guitar hero of guitar heroes was a hard rock progenitor.

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Cindy Cashdollar, 2017

Cindy Cashdollar Explains the Evolution of the Steel Guitar

By Sue Foley published

The slide master talks favorite guitars and why gaining acceptance as a female in the industry can still be a little tough.

Blind Lemon Jefferson

Here’s Why Blind Lemon Jefferson Was a Guitar Genius

By Jim Campilongo published

The Father of Texas Blues helped shape the future of rock 'n' roll.

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