Les Paul Before he became a reliable rock hitmaker, Steve Miller was a child protégé of Les Paul In an interview with GP, the Steve Miller Band leader recalled the monumental impression Paul left on him as a youngster Chris Shiflett on trying to convince Joe Bonamassa his Murphy Lab ‘59 Les Paul was genuine The Foo Fighters guitarist had just bought the custom shop reissue, but Bonamassa wasn't falling for it The story of how Fender nearly worked with Les Paul Leo Fender saw the potential of Les Paul’s solidbody guitar concept, but the latter opted not to work with the legendary luthier Latest Les Paul Here’s How to Replicate the Magic of the Blues Greats By Art Thompson published 30 June 22 Get in the tone zone of Eric Clapton, Albert Collins, Albert King, B.B. King, T-Bone Walker and Stevie Ray Vaughan. After 20 Years in the Wilderness, Larry McCray Returns in Style With 'Blues Without You' By Mark McStea published 12 May 22 Thanks to a restart and a new album his future looks brighter than ever. Does This Guitar Look Familiar? Look Again By Rod Brakes published 10 May 22 This 1969 Gibson Les Paul Custom with a ‘50s-style all-gold finish is a one-off custom order. The Bad News: It’s Totally Unplayable. The Good News: It’s Worth a Fortune By Rod Brakes last updated 6 May 22 Headed for refurbishment after decades in the closet this rare Gibson Les Paul Standard dubbed "Dirty 'Burst" was a shock for all. Five of Roy Buchanan’s Best Tips for Guitar Players By Guitar Player Staff published 5 May 22 Cop a bunch of five knockout pointers from the Telecaster master. The Gibson ES-225 Remains One of the Most Overlooked Golden Era Guitars By Dave Hunter published 4 May 22 This classic design was a major stepping-stone in the storied evolution of thinline electrics. The Extraordinary Les Paul Lineage of Peter Green, Gary Moore and Kirk Hammett By Rod Brakes, Guitar Player Staff published 14 April 22 The torch of 'Greeny' has been handed to guitar luminaries since 1959. “You Pick Up a Les Paul and It's Heavy and It Really Means Something – It Means Business”: Jeff Beck on His Les Paul Love Affair By Guitar Player Staff published 12 April 22 Video Watch His Matchless Technique Up Close in this Jaw-Dropping Performance of the Beatles’ “She’s a Woman.” Video Here’s Why Jerry Garcia Was an Electric Guitar Innovator By Christopher Scapelliti published 7 April 22 The Grateful Dead legend was a pioneering pilgrim of custom guitars and rack amps and effects. “I Have a Problem. I’ve Got to Make My Guitar Louder”: Les Paul on His Eureka Moment By Art Thompson published 7 April 22 Video Learn the truth about Les’s fledgling idea in this Musicians Hall of Fame interview and discover how his tenacity and vision became Gibson’s greatest success story. Video 123456789Archives Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MOST READ1“A bombshell guitar that can front any band”: Martin and Reverb unite for an exclusive non-cutaway Grand Performance acoustic 2“I was inspired by one of my favorite players, Mr. Paul Gilbert”: Matteo Mancuso pays homage to one of his heroes with new track, Paul Position 3“A vintage-sounding, modern-featured roaring head inspired by the legendary 1967/1968 Plexi Super Lead 100”: Joe Satriani’s custom Eddie Van Halen-flavored 3rd Power amp is now available as a plugin – with real amps on the way 4“All these pieces of wood gradually become in harmony with each other over years of playing”: David Gilmour explains his preference for vintage guitars, and demos his 1945 Martin D-185“Thank you for rescuing me from oblivion and giving me the courage and enthusiasm to express myself without fear or limit”: Tributes pour in for “champion of the blues” John Mayall
Here’s How to Replicate the Magic of the Blues Greats By Art Thompson published 30 June 22 Get in the tone zone of Eric Clapton, Albert Collins, Albert King, B.B. King, T-Bone Walker and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
After 20 Years in the Wilderness, Larry McCray Returns in Style With 'Blues Without You' By Mark McStea published 12 May 22 Thanks to a restart and a new album his future looks brighter than ever.
Does This Guitar Look Familiar? Look Again By Rod Brakes published 10 May 22 This 1969 Gibson Les Paul Custom with a ‘50s-style all-gold finish is a one-off custom order.
The Bad News: It’s Totally Unplayable. The Good News: It’s Worth a Fortune By Rod Brakes last updated 6 May 22 Headed for refurbishment after decades in the closet this rare Gibson Les Paul Standard dubbed "Dirty 'Burst" was a shock for all.
Five of Roy Buchanan’s Best Tips for Guitar Players By Guitar Player Staff published 5 May 22 Cop a bunch of five knockout pointers from the Telecaster master.
The Gibson ES-225 Remains One of the Most Overlooked Golden Era Guitars By Dave Hunter published 4 May 22 This classic design was a major stepping-stone in the storied evolution of thinline electrics.
The Extraordinary Les Paul Lineage of Peter Green, Gary Moore and Kirk Hammett By Rod Brakes, Guitar Player Staff published 14 April 22 The torch of 'Greeny' has been handed to guitar luminaries since 1959.
“You Pick Up a Les Paul and It's Heavy and It Really Means Something – It Means Business”: Jeff Beck on His Les Paul Love Affair By Guitar Player Staff published 12 April 22 Video Watch His Matchless Technique Up Close in this Jaw-Dropping Performance of the Beatles’ “She’s a Woman.”
Here’s Why Jerry Garcia Was an Electric Guitar Innovator By Christopher Scapelliti published 7 April 22 The Grateful Dead legend was a pioneering pilgrim of custom guitars and rack amps and effects.
“I Have a Problem. I’ve Got to Make My Guitar Louder”: Les Paul on His Eureka Moment By Art Thompson published 7 April 22 Video Learn the truth about Les’s fledgling idea in this Musicians Hall of Fame interview and discover how his tenacity and vision became Gibson’s greatest success story.