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Hendrix, Van Halen Lead List of Gear Innovators Inside the New Issue of Guitar Player By Guitar Player Staff published 11 March 22 PLUS Skip James’ Bentonia blues legacy, John McLaughlin, Steve Morse, Jake Shimabukuro, Mike McCready, and Sonny Landreth on the late Howard Alexander Dumble. Plus – 2 unique covers!
Rosie Flores Explains Why Giving Up Just Isn’t an Option By Sue Foley published 3 September 21 Video The rockabilly firebrand talks discovering the guitar and her lifelong passion for music making.
