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Our Latest Issue Features the All-Time Best John Frusciante Interview We’ve Ever Read

By Richard Bienstock, Guitar Player Staff Last updated

Don’t miss this incredible Red Hot Chili Peppers special – out now!

Guitarists
John Frusciante's 1940s Martin 00-15
Get a Close Look at John Frusciante’s Iconic Martin 00-15

By Richard Bienstock, Guitar Player Staff Last updated

See this vintage guitar and more from the Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist's collection in our latest issue, including rare Stratocasters, a Telecaster Custom and a White Falcon

Electric Guitars
John Frusciante, 1991
“Use It Like a Paintbrush, Not a Machine”: John Frusciante On the Art of Guitar Playing

By Rod Brakes, Joe Gore Published

This classic Red Hot Chili Peppers interview from the GP vault captures the Magik in the minds of Flea and Frusciante as they reflect upon their 1991 masterpiece.

Guitarists
Theresa Wayman performs at Primavera Sound Festival on June 03, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain.
“I’m Excited to Keep Honing the Tone”: Warpaint’s Theresa Wayman On Her Ever-Evolving Live Sound

By Rod Brakes Last updated

GP catches up with the guitarist on tour following the release of new album, ‘Radiate Like This.’

Pedals & Pedalboards
Carlos Santana performs at the Oakland Stadium on July 2, 1977 in Oakland, California.
Watch Carlos Santana Bringing Mesa/Boogie Amps and Yamaha Guitars to the Masses

By Rod Brakes, Dave Hunter Published

Video Here’s why the Grammy-winning legend was a guitar gear innovator.

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Portrait of the members of American Rock group Red Hot Chili Peppers as they pose together before a sold-out performance at the Ritz, New York, New York, December 12, 1986. Pictured are, from left, Jack Irons, Hillel Slovak (1962 - 1988), Flea (born Michael Balzary), and Anthony Kiedis.
Remembering Red Hot Chili Peppers Founding Guitarist Hillel Slovak

By Rod Brakes Published

Born on this day 60 years ago, his pioneering technique, sound and vision defined the Chili Peppers’ musical style.

Pedals & Pedalboards
Johnny Marr performs on stage at Cardiff University as part of the BBC 6 Music Festival on April 03, 2022 in Cardiff, Wales.
“I Was Playing Entirely With My Ears and Not With My Mind”: Johnny Marr on Recording with John Frusciante

By Rod Brakes Published

The Smiths founder recalls his experience of recording with the Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist.

Guitarists
John McGeoch of Siouxsie and The Banshees performing at Palladium in New York City on November 15, 1980
Listen to John McGeoch’s Haunting Siouxsie and the Banshees “Happy House” Debut and Watch the Iconic Music Video

By Rod Brakes Published

Video Remembering the late, great guitarist on the anniversary of his passing.

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Red Hot Chili Peppers "Poster Child" animated video still
Listen to the Red Hot Chili Peppers' Wah-Drenched "Poster Child" Single Here

By Rod Brakes Published

The L.A. funk rockers drop another tune from their forthcoming album 'Unlimited Love.'

Albums, Singles & New Releases
Emily Kokal performs with Warpaint in San Francisco, 2017
“I Like to Feel the Least Amount of Resistance When it Comes to Writing Music”: Emily Kokal Talks Songwriting and Early Inspirations

By Rod Brakes Published

Video Cop some handy tips from the Warpaint maestro and watch the band’s new “Champion” music video.

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