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NAMM 2013 Video: John Petrucci Introduces His Signature Music Man JP13 Guitar

Posted 01/31/2013 at 11:29pm | by Guitar World Staff

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Here's a Guitar World video from the 2013 Winter NAMM Show, which took place January 24 to 27 in Anaheim, California. During the gear-filled weekend, we paid a visit to the gang at the Ernie Ball/Music Man booth to check out some new guitars. This video profiles the company's newest John Petrucci signature model, the JP13. As an added bonus, the Dream Theater guitarist was on hand to introduce the guitar himself.

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Dream Theater Guitar Anthology: Learn Dream Theater's Best Songs, Note for Note

Posted 01/17/2013 at 11:54am | by Guitar World Staff

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Check out these two Dream Theater books, both of which are available at the Guitar World Online Store.

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Dream Theater Re-Sign with Roadrunner Records, New Album Expected in 2013

Posted 12/03/2012 at 1:53pm | by Josh Hart

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After a successful three-album run with their most recent label home, Dream Theater have officially re-signed with Roadrunner Records.

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Dunlop Introduces John Petrucci Signature Jazz III Pick

Posted 11/08/2012 at 2:27pm | by Damian Fanelli

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Dunlop worked closely with prog rock legend John Petrucci of Dream Theater to design the John Petrucci Signature Jazz III pick.

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Friday List: 10 Great Songs Over 10 Minutes Long

Posted 06/15/2012 at 3:34pm | by Josh Hart

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Just because a song is long doesn't mean it's epic. In this week's Friday List, we take a look at some of the best guitar songs to ever eclipse the ten-minute mark.

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The Open String Thing: Movable Chords with Open Strings

Posted 06/14/2012 at 11:35am | by John Petrucci

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Using open strings is a great way to add texture and atmosphere to any chord progression. By adding open strings to even the simplest chords, you can create voicings that sound sophisticated, but are really easy (and fun) to play. They're practical, not intimidating, and most certainly don't sound like "jazz chords."

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Dream Theater Talk Life on the Road

Posted 06/13/2012 at 10:23am | by Josh Hart

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The guys in Dream Theater recently took a few minutes away from touring in support of their latest album, A Dramatic Turn of Events, to answer some questions about what life is like on the road. Check out the full Q&A below:

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Dream Theater Post Winning Entry from "Lost Not Forgotten" Video Contest

Posted 06/05/2012 at 12:00pm | by Josh Hart

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Progressive metal icons Dream Theater recently put out the call for fans to send in their videos for the band's song "Lost Not Forgotten," off their latest album, A Dramatic Turn of Events. Yesterday, the band announced the winning video, which you can view below.

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Exclusive: Periphery Officially Announce July 3 Release Date for New Album

Posted 05/15/2012 at 1:21pm | by Josh Hart

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Earlier today, several websites picked up on the fact that an advertisement running in this month's issue of Revolver featured what appeared to be the official release date from Periphery's new album. The full-page ad also referenced a guest guitar solo from Dream Theater's John Petrucci.

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Sterling by Music Man Introduces Sunburst Finish for John Petrucci Signature Model

Posted 05/09/2012 at 2:03pm | by Damian Fanelli

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Sterling by Music Man has introduced a new three-tone sunburst finish for its John Petrucci signature model, the JP100.

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