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Robby Krieger sheds light — album by album — on one of rock’s most mysterious bands.

1986 Yngwie Malmsteen Interview

Here's our interview with Yngwie Malmsteen from the January 1986 issue of Guitar World. He discusses his roots, his rep and his 1985 album, Marching Out.

The Making of 'Exile on Main St.'

Keith Richards recalls the making of the Rolling Stones' masterpiece.

Let the Good Times Grohl: 'Sound City'

Dave Grohl discusses his star-studded multimedia celebration of rock's former glory.

The Doors: Strange Days

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Title: Interview: Guitarist Robby Krieger Discusses The Doors' Albums and Working with Jim Morrison

1986 Yngwie Malmsteen Interview

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Title: Yngwie Malmsteen Discusses his Roots, His Rep and his Latest Album in this 1986 Guitar World Interview

The Making of 'Exile on Main St.'

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Title: Rolling Stones: Keith Richards on the Making of 'Exile on Main St.'

Let the Good Times Grohl: 'Sound City'

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Title: Let the Good Times Grohl: Dave Grohl Talks 'Sound City: Real to Reel'

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Interview: Guitarist Robby Krieger Discusses The Doors' Albums and Working with Jim Morrison

Posted 05/20/2013 at 8:48pm | by Alan Paul

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The Doors’ Jim Morrison lit the world on fire, but it was guitarist Robby Krieger who supplied the matches. In 2008, the legendary axman shed light on one of rock’s most mysterious bands for Guitar World.

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Juke Box Hero: Lou Gramm Discusses New Autobiography and Foreigner

Posted 05/20/2013 at 4:07pm | by James Wood

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Former Foreigner vocalist Lou Gramm pulls no punches in his new autobiography, Juke Box Hero. In the book, which was co-written with Scott Pitoniak, Gramm leads readers on a journey from his humble beginnings in Rochester, New York, to the biggest stages in the world. He recounts his stint with Black Sheep, plus the ups and downs of working with guitarist Mick Jones in the band that made him famous.

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Posted 05/20/2013 at 3:18pm | by Laura B. Whitmore

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I wasn’t sure what to expect from singer/songwriter Ali Isabella. I met her at her hotel in Los Angeles the day before she was to perform for a showcase I hosted at the ASCAP expo last month for the Women’s International Music Network. I can honestly say I was delighted with everything about her — her smile, her giggle, her infectious music, her strong songwriting, and her energy. Like a breath of fresh air.

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Posted 05/15/2013 at 4:48pm | by James Wood

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With an incredible catalog of songs accumulated over the course of his lifetime, Michael Jackson’s music was something that transcended different genres and influenced a generation of listeners. Growing up, I remember not only being glued to the TV watching the Jackson 5's cartoon show, but also being on the front lines for the Thriller and Bad album phenomenons (The former still ranks as the biggest selling album of all time).

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Interview: Blues Guitarist Popa Chubby Discusses His New Album, 'Universal Breakdown Blues'

Posted 05/15/2013 at 3:37pm | by David Reffett

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Popa Chubby, a larger-than-life figure on the blues scene, has built a rabid following around the world through his relentless touring schedule and ever-expanding discography. His latest album, Universal Breakdown Blues, will be released May 28 via Provogue Records.

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Posted 05/15/2013 at 3:16pm | by James Wood

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Whether it’s writing, producing or recording straight ahead jazz records for himself or for other artists, Fabrizzio Sotti has done it all. But when it comes to his latest album, Right Now, Sotti does something completely different from anything he’s ever done before. Included among six brand-new, original tracks are songs that have inspired the guitarist since his youth.

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Yngwie Malmsteen Discusses his Roots, His Rep and his Latest Album in this 1986 Guitar World Interview

Posted 05/13/2013 at 3:53pm | by Joe Lalaina

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Here's our interview with Yngwie Malmsteen from the January 1986 issue of Guitar World. The original story ran with the headline "Like Him or Not, He Demands Your Attention" and started on page 24.

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Posted 05/10/2013 at 4:22pm | by James Wood

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Gina Stile has been involved in several successful projects over the years, including the '80s bands Poison Dollys and Envy. She's opened for Aerosmith on a string of dates and had an album produced by Dee Snider of Twisted Sister. Her current all-female project, Thunderbox, is generating a lot of buzz in the New York area. And it doesn't hurt that she’s one hell of a guitar player.

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Posted 05/08/2013 at 1:58pm | by Laura B. Whitmore

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You may not realize it, but if you watch any TV at all, you’ve heard Serena Ryder’s “Stompa.” I know I have! I’ve rocked to her infectious beat during airings of Hawaii Five-0, Grey’s Anatomy and a commercial or two as well. Yes, it’s that ubiquitous!

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Rolling Stones: Keith Richards on the Making of 'Exile on Main St.'

Posted 05/07/2013 at 4:19pm | by Alan Di Perna

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Critics snubbed it upon its release in 1972, but Exile on Main St. has become one of rock’s greatest landmarks. Keith Richards recalls the making of the Rolling Stones' masterpiece and how the album’s new reissue project became a walk down memory lane.

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