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Robert Fripp on the guitars he’s kept, and the one he bought with no intention of playing
By Andrew Daly Published
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Tom Morello on why Ace Frehley is his ultimate guitar hero – and why he owes him a “life debt”
By Janelle Borg Published
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Johnny Marr, one of the Gallagher brothers' earliest supporters, gives his thoughts on the cultural impact of Oasis's reunion tour
By Janelle Borg Published
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Joe Bonamassa on why you’ll never catch him playing an amp modeler
By Phil Weller Published
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John Mayer explains why he got hooked on PRS guitars
By Phil Weller Published
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Mitch Rowland on treading the line between pop superstars and sublime folk fingerstyle – and why touring doesn’t add-up
By Daryl Robertson Published
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Phil X on his upcoming Gibson signature, lead discipline – and how to prepare for shows in the YouTube age
By Mark McStea Published
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Bands
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David Gilmour sets the record straight on the chance of a Pink Floyd reunion with Roger Waters
By Janelle Borg Published
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The day the Beatles visited New York’s most legendary guitar store
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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Alex Lifeson reveals his biggest challenge when preparing for the Rush reunion tour
By Janelle Borg Published
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Two legends of fretless bass, one whip-smart genius shredder – how a mind-blowing Testament x Pestilence fusion project came together
By Gregory Adams Published
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Nova Twins on keeping sonic secrets, putting vocals through a Plexi – and blowing up amps
By Phil Weller Published
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Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee announce Rush reunion tour – and name who will be playing drums
By Janelle Borg Published
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How the triple-guitar threat of the Texas Headhunters is keeping a Lone Star tradition alive
By Jim Beaugez Published
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25 years ago, Radiohead were the world's most talked-about guitar band. Then they burned the rulebook
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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New Zealand indie-rock outfit The Beths had their gear stolen in France – and are now appealing for its return
By Janelle Borg Published
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Bassists
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Fred Durst pays emotional tribute to Sam Rivers, explains why Limp Bizkit couldn't have happened without him
By Phil Weller Published
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The chance meeting between Pino Palladino and D’Angelo that helped create the sound of the vaunted Voodoo album
By Nick Wells Published
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Anthony Jackson, low-end legend who pioneered the concept of the modern six-string bass, dies aged 73
By Phil Weller Published
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"Sam Rivers wasn’t just our bass player – he was pure magic…" Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers has died, aged 48
By Scott Rowley Published
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Robert Wilson had his step-out performance on this Gap Band classic, which features two bass parts, both cut on a flatwound-strung P-Bass
By Chris Jisi Published
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How Squarepusher found a signature sound with a 1979 Rickenbacker bass, a DIY string mute and some heavy EQ
By Stevie Glasgow Published
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Nashville session bassist Travis Dykes spent $136 building a bass from Temu parts. Now he’s playing it on some seriously big gigs
By Nick Wells Published
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How Christian McBride reunited The Police duo for his latest solo outing
By Nick Wells Published
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How Esperanza Spalding created the most complex music of her career under the guidance of an alter ego
By E.E. Bradman Published
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Concert, Gigs & Tours
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Nancy Wilson joins Chappell Roan on stage for an explosive rendition of a Heart classic
By Janelle Borg Published
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IDLES invite Jack White to join chaotic Riot Fest guest spot – and give him the keys to Lee Kiernan’s famed Pink Mustang
By Phil Weller Published
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Johnny Depp joins Alice Cooper onstage to cover Black Sabbath’s Paranoid in honor of Ozzy Osbourne
By Matt Owen Published
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Pantera cancel tour dates to mourn Ozzy Osbourne
By Matt Owen Published
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Steve Morse tackles Led Zeppelin, Mountain, Cream and Lynyrd Skynyrd hits during intimate jam session
By Phil Weller Published
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Alex Lifeson joins Tom Morello onstage to jam a Rush classic – during surprise guest spot in the band’s home city
By Phil Weller Published
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Marcus King takes Rory Gallagher’s legendary Isle of Wight Fender Telecaster for a spin on stage
By Matt Owen Published
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“I miss being at the end of the stage and turning up my amp as loud as possible”: Oasis have performed their first live shows in 16 years – and Noel Gallagher re-embracing guitar solos after all this time is set to be a highlight of the entire reunion
By Matt Owen Published
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Steven Tyler makes triumphant return to the stage with Back to Beginning set
By Matt Owen Published
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Guitarists
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Robert Fripp on the guitars he’s kept, and the one he bought with no intention of playing
By Andrew Daly Published
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Tom Morello on why Ace Frehley is his ultimate guitar hero – and why he owes him a “life debt”
By Janelle Borg Published
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Johnny Marr, one of the Gallagher brothers' earliest supporters, gives his thoughts on the cultural impact of Oasis's reunion tour
By Janelle Borg Published
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Joe Bonamassa on why you’ll never catch him playing an amp modeler
By Phil Weller Published
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John Mayer explains why he got hooked on PRS guitars
By Phil Weller Published
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Mitch Rowland on treading the line between pop superstars and sublime folk fingerstyle – and why touring doesn’t add-up
By Daryl Robertson Published
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Phil X on his upcoming Gibson signature, lead discipline – and how to prepare for shows in the YouTube age
By Mark McStea Published
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Don Felder on medical emergencies, the secret to writing Eagles songs and his million dollar ’Burst
By Andrew Daly Last updated
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One of the main guitars on Biffy Clyro’s new album was a tiny Fender with a built-in speaker – which is also beloved by Tom Bukovac
By Phil Weller Published
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Music Releases
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Mateus Asato left Bruno Mars and Jessie J to begin his solo career – and now his debut single is finally here
By Phil Weller Published
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September 2025 Guitar World Editors' Picks
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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After causing a stir at the VMAs, Yungblud and Aerosmith are officially releasing an EP together
By Phil Weller Published
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Jacob Collier’s new album is a love letter to the guitar – and alternate tunings
By Jonathan Horsley Published
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Steve Morse has announced his first new album since leaving Deep Purple – and it’s set to feature Eric Johnson and John Petrucci
By Phil Weller Published
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August 2025 Guitar World Editors' Picks
By Michael Astley-Brown Published
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Dave Mustaine announces new Megadeth album will be his last
By Matt Owen Published
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“Nuno Bettencourt isn’t the only one keeping Eddie Van Halen’s fire burning – the most underrated guitarist on the planet just gave him a run for his money”: July 2025 Guitar World Editors' Picks
By Michael Astley-Brown Published
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Mk.gee was named Eric Clapton’s favorite new guitarist – now he’s making waves with a guest spot on Justin Bieber’s new album
By Matt Owen Published
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Test your knowledge of guitar and rock history with the Guitar World quiz
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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How Roger McGuinn’s Byrds Rickenbacker was stolen – from right under his nose
By Phil Weller Published
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Mark Knopfler looks back on Brothers in Arms – Dire Straits’ “sheer fluke” that made him a reluctant superstar
By Jonathan Horsley Published
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