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“There are 100 different ways.” David Gilmour reveals his methods for writing iconic guitar solos — and explains why one approach doesn’t work
By Phil Weller published
Gilmour says he’s come up with his solos through singing, splicing and following inspiration, which offers a lesson for every guitar player

Carl Verheyen on the time Eddie Van Halen borrowed – and nearly destroyed – his Les Paul
By Phil Weller published
The guitarists were performing the same venue when they crossed paths in the 1970s

Rick Beato shares the secrets he's learned sitting next to David Gilmour, Neal Schon and other guitar greats
By Jimmy Leslie last updated
The YouTube sensation told us what he's learned about players by sitting just inches away from them

Jeff Beck gave the perfect response when asked about his guitar of choice
By Phil Weller published
The clip from a 2013 interview is a jaw-dropping watch, and a powerful advert for a guitar he once called "cheap"

Paul Rodgers shares bad news about Bad Company’s upcoming Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony
By Phil Weller published
He cites his recent health struggles for his impending absence, but the band will still have a presence on the night

Paul McCartney on life after the Beatles — and the haunting truth behind the “Paul Is Dead” rumors
By Christopher Scapelliti published
The icon tracks his life in the decade after the Beatles in his new book, ‘Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run,’ out today

Ritchie Blackmore on the thing that made Jeff Beck special — but kept him from realizing his own talent
By Christopher Scapelliti published
In a new interview, Blackmore recalls the guitarist and his habit of putting himself down, something we find evident in his interviews through the years

Sonny Landreth on the one pedal he refuses to use — and his upcoming performance at GP Presents. Win tickets to see him
By Jimmy Leslie published
The slide virtuoso takes the stage for our monthly concert series at Yoshi’s, in Oakland, California, November 10.
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