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The Beach Boys

Chuck Berry, performing at the Lewisham Odeon, south London, 19th February 1975.
Five Times Famous Musicians Stole from Chuck Berry The Beatles, Jeff Beck and the Beach Boys were all guilty of thieving from the Berry patch.
Billy Strange performs on the music variety television show 'Hollywood A Go-Go'
Watch Mosrite-Wielding Wrecking Crew Guitarist Billy Strange Perform the Rolling Stones’ "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" Remembering the phenomenal talents of “Mr. Guitar” ten years on from his passing.
Alexander Howard Dumble
“When the Air Becomes Electric, That's the Right Sound”: Howard Alexander Dumble’s 1985 ‘Guitar Player’ Interview in Full In this in-depth article from the GP archive the master craftsman discusses his approach to designing a legacy of world class guitar amplifiers.

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Allman Brothers Band

“We Went from Rags to Riches”: The Incredible Story of the Allman Brothers' 'At Fillmore East'

By Alan Paul published 9 December 21

Fifty years on this definitive album remains the gold standard of blues-based rock and roll.

Jimi Hendrix smiling

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

By Tom Kolb published 3 November 21

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

 Dick Dale performs in concert at the Middle East in Cambridge, MA on Aug. 15, 2015

“I Don’t Come Onstage To Pose and Play Some Pyrotechnic Scales. It’s To Kick Some Serious Ass”: Dick Dale Talks Gigs and Gear

By Elliot Stephen Cohen published 28 October 21

In this priceless 2017 interview the King of Surf Guitar reveals how he helped develop the sound of electric guitar music alongside the legendary Leo Fender.

Lillie Mae performs during 2019 Railbird Festival at Keeneland Racecourse on August 10, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky.

Third Man Records Artist Lillie Mae Reveals How She Ended Up on Jack White’s Label

By Jim Beaugez published 26 August 21

Video The Nashville multi-instrumentalist talks inspiration and songwriting.

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