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Why the mods Eric Johnson made to his ‘54 Strat were pivotal to his early success
The guitarist made extensive revisions to the guitar's electronics and hardware that became central to his signature smooth tone
"Not too clever!" Rory Gallagher was honored with a statue in Belfast. But they got a key detail wrong
A Melody Maker magazine cover shot provided the inspiration for the tribute to the Irish guitar icon
It's ugly and beat to hell, but Adrian Belew's Stratocaster is behind landmark albums
The guitarist told us the history of his Strat, which he bought off the wall after his previous axe disappeared
"She made it look so effortless.” Watch Amy Winehouse stun audiences with her voice and a Stratocaster
Known for her singular voice, Winehouse was also a talented guitarist
"I’m still in denial." Jimmie Vaughan on the pain that lingers from Stevie Ray's death
The Austin legend shared his thoughts with us this past year while discussing guitar highlights from his long career
What is the best Stratocaster in 2025? I've been playing Strats for 20 years - here are my top picks
I've been playing a Strat all my life, here's an all-encompassing guide to the best Fender Stratocasters available today
Rory Gallagher delivers a master class in blues in Guitar Player’s 1978 interview
The Irish guitar hero discusses the albums that inspired him, and the gear and techniques that made him one of the all-time greats
Jeff “Skunk” Baxter recalls the questionable deal he made with Jimi Hendrix in the mid 1960s
The guitar icon says the swap angered his bosses, but it started a friendship with a guitarist that he knew was destined for bigger things
