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“He wanted to be remembered for bringing country music into metal”: Brent Hinds, 1974-2025 – the guitar world pays tribute
By Matt Owen published
The former Mastodon guitarist died aged 51 following a fatal motorcycle accident, and his peers have now come out to honor his life and legacy

Brent Mason on his affordable secret tone weapon – and how it's become a go-to pedal for session guitarists
By Phil Weller published
The $130 stompbox has been a vital tool across 40 years of session work – and other players have started to take note

When Dave Cobb traded a blender for the services of a legendary amp modder, he found the sound for Mirador’s blockbuster debut
By Matt Owen published
According to Chris Turpin – who used the amp on his new album with Jake Kiszka – Cobb acquired the mod in exchange for a $80 kitchen gadget

Brent Hinds dies aged 51 following fatal motorcycle accident
By Matt Owen published
The metal guitar great died in Atlanta last night while riding his Harley Davidson

Pete Townshend looks to the future as The Who’s farewell tour gets underway
By Matt Owen published
The guitar hero says he and Daltrey may work together in the future, but he’s also got his eye on some solo shows

Gibson teases Back to the Future ES-345 replica – and an Epiphone version may not be far behind
By Matt Owen published
The hunt for the original goes on, but Gibson Custom Shop is making headway on what looks like plans for a fully fledged Back to the Future guitar line

Even Chino Moreno doesn’t know why Stephen Carpenter isn’t touring with Deftones
By Matt Owen published
Carpenter stepped away from touring duties in 2022 and hasn't played any overseas shows since

Aerosmith shares previously unseen footage of Steven Tyler jamming Chuck Berry with Michael J. Fox
By Phil Weller published
The clip’s unveiling is timely, as Gibson continues its worldwide search for the ES-345 used in Back to the Future’s iconic school dance scene
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