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David Gilmour says he never learned to play one of his most iconic Pink Floyd guitar solos
By Christopher Scapelliti Published
The guitarist says that when it comes to performing live, he has a different approach that makes rote repetition unnecessary

“I have to confess to a certain sort of jealousy.” David Gilmour reveals the guitarist whose career he envies most
By Phil Weller Published
Despite crafting some of rock's most celebrated solos, the Pink Floyd legend admits he'd happily swap places with Eric Clapton — and explains why.

“Everyone goes on about the guitar, but I just love that voice.” Phil Manzanera on working with David Gilmour
By Gary Graff Published
As the Roxy Music guitarist tours the U.S., he recalls helping Gilmour sort through “153 little bits” of music for ‘On an Island’ and assembling Pink Floyd’s ‘The Endless River’

Tim Renwick recalls Pink Floyd‘s wild rise from high school rockers to prog-rock gurus
By Joe Matera Published
Renwick, who has played with Eric Clapton, David Bowie and many others, was there from Floyd's start to Gilmour‘s and Waters' solo careers

Nick Mason on Pink Floyd’s “lost album” following their smash hit ‘Dark Side of the Moon’
By Elizabeth Swann Published
Titled, ‘Household Objects,‘ for obvious reasons, the failed effort gave way to the creation of ‘Wish You Were Here’

David Gilmour on the genesis of a Pink Floyd classic now receiving a historic reissue
By Phil Weller Published
The original nine-part track was split into two on 'Wish You Were Here,' but its new Dolby Atmos mix ties them together at last

“There are 100 different ways.” David Gilmour reveals his methods for writing iconic guitar solos — and explains why one approach doesn’t work
By Phil Weller Published
Gilmour says he’s come up with his solos through singing, splicing and following inspiration, which offers a lesson for every guitar player

Rick Beato shares the secrets he's learned sitting next to David Gilmour, Neal Schon and other guitar greats
By Jimmy Leslie Last updated
The YouTube sensation told us what he's learned about players by sitting just inches away from them

Jim Isray’s $1 billion guitar collection is headed to auction with instruments once owned by Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, John Lennon and many others
By Phil Weller Published
Christie’s New York will hold a series of auctions in March, selling off the late businessman’s stash, once described as “the greatest guitar collection on Earth”
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