Since the guitar's inception, there have undoubtedly been talented players that could make the instrument sing, but it wasn't until the mid '60s and the arrival of the wah pedal that one could make it cry.
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Since Paul McCartney started touring regularly in 1989, he's given music fans the closest thing they'd ever see to a Beatles concert. And now that George Harrison has passed away and McCartney's shows packs his concerts with more Fab Four tunes than ever before, the same still holds true.
On May 6, Queens of the Stone posted a new animated music video for "I Appear Missing," a track off their upcoming album, ...Like Clockwork. The album will be released June 4 release via Matador Records.
In the Revolver TV video, Megadeth's Dave Mustaine discusses the band lineup for Gigantour 2013, which kicks off July 3 in New Hampshire and ends August 11 in Toronto.
Today, GuitarWorld.com presents the exclusive premiere of the official press kit video for Joe Satriani's new album, Unstoppable Momentum, which will be released Tuesday, May 7, through Epic Records.
Since the formation of their partnership in the early 1970s, Daryl Hall and John Oates have gone on to become the most successful duo in rock history. Together, they've sold more than 80 million albums, scored 10 No. 1 records and amassed more than 20 top 40 hits — and they've toured the world for decades.
Guitar legend Yngwie Malmsteen visited a local TV station in Memphis — WREG/News 3 — this past Friday morning, promoting his appearance at the 2013 Beale Street Music Festival.
A couple of weeks ago, I gave you a short, 30-minute guitar workout designed for guitarists whose practice time is limited. The positive response I received prompted me to create an additional lesson, which, in combination with my original workout, will give you a good hour of intensive practice.