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Tom Petty performs onstage with a Fender Telecaster.
Tom Petty shared his greatest advice on rhythm guitar playing in a long-lost 1997 interview

By Christopher Scapelliti Published

The guitarist, who died on October 2, 2017, also gave his insights on Telecasters and Rickenbackers and the art of songwriting

Advice & Tips
Tom Petty performs during the Heartbreakers’ 1997 run at the Fillmore.
“I Can See in People’s Faces That They Really Feel His Presence. I Feel It, Too”: Mike Campbell Talks New Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Release, ‘Live at the Fillmore 1997’

By Gary Graff Published

The Heartbreakers’ first lieutenant reveals what went down when the band got back to its roots

Guitarists
Mike Campbell & the Dirty Knobs
Watch Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs’ New “Electric Gypsy” Music Video

By Rod Brakes Published

Video The rock 'n' roll veteran pushes forward with stunning new video ahead of tour.

Video
Jimi Hendrix smiling
If You Think the Vast Majority of Rock Riffs Are In Minor Keys Then Think Again!

By Tom Kolb Published

This lesson on how to craft cool riffs in the style of legendary players using the Ionian and Lydian modes will have you covered.

Lessons
Dylan LeBlanc
“Guitar should be utilized for making a song really interesting”: Dylan LeBlanc Talks Songwriting and Gear

By Jim Beaugez Published

The Louisianan maestro reveals the inspiration and the axes behind his latest long-player.

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Mike Campbell on the Dirty Knobs' Long-Awaited Debut and Finding Joy Playing Small Amps in Small Venues

By Joe Bosso Last updated

Former Heartbreaker Mike Campbell discusses gear, songwriting and the secret to successful collaboration.

Guitarists
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Watch Mike Campbell Discuss His "Desert Island Guitars"

By Jackson Maxwell Published

Among the guitars in his enviable collection? An original Fender Broadcaster, a '59 'burst, and more.

Guitars
Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
Watch "Free Fallin'" and "American Girl" from Tom Petty's Final Show

By Damian Fanelli Published

Check out a few performances from that fateful night, including "Free Fallin'" and the mega-kickass "You Wreck Me" and "American Girl."

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Mike Campbell Reflects on His Long Career as the Rock Guitarist's Guitarist

By Joe Bosso Published

From his 40+ years as Tom Petty's right-hand man to his current roles in Fleetwood Mac and his own group, The Dirty Knobs, Campbell looks back on an incredible career

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Mike Campbell Premieres New Song, "Lockdown"

By Jackson Maxwell Published

All proceeds from the track will go to Feeding America

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