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Here’s Why Leslie West is a Guitar Legend Like No Other By Mark McStea published 9 June 22 With fans that ranged from Pete Townshend to Eddie Van Halen and Yngwie Malmsteen, the Mountain guitarist inspired players across the genres.
Fender Noventa Stratocaster Review By Art Thompson last updated 13 May 22 This streamlined Strat has a lot of tonal vibe, and it’s a gas to play.
Here’s Why Eddie Van Halen was a Guitar Gear Pioneer By Christopher Scapelliti published 30 March 22 A master of technique and tone, the six-string innovator turned us on to the Strat ‘bucker and Floyd Rose.
The Whatchamacallit: an Unusual Instrument with an Even More Unusual Story By Terry Carleton published 2 March 22 Reunited with its owner after 50 years, this custom double-neck is a blast from 1954.
“I Did This One for Me. This Was a Bloodletting”: Scott Sharrard on His New Watershed Album, ‘Rustbelt’ By Martin McQuade published 19 January 22 After making his mark with Gregg Allman and members of the Band’s camp, the Rust Belt troubadour now takes his place in Little Feat while dropping a solo album infused with his Midwest roots.
Epiphone USA Casino Review By James Rotondi last updated 17 December 21 This new USA Casino – the first to be built in the U.S. since 1971 – absolutely nails what makes the Casino great.
Listen to the Exemplary Firebird Pickup Tones of Neil Young’s ‘Old Black’ Gibson Les Paul By Rod Brakes published 12 November 21 Video Watch the Godfather of Grunge with Crazy Horse performing live in all their ragged glory.
Watch Aerosmith Perform Their First Major Hit Live on TV in 1974 By Rod Brakes published 19 October 21 Video The Bad Boys from Boston showcase their dark, dreamy classic rock anthem “Dream On.”