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Steve Vai reveals what it’s like to work side by side with fellow Frank Zappa alum Adrian Belew on the BEAT tour
By Janelle Borg published
The two virtuosos have been flexing their distinct styles on the ongoing BEAT tour – which celebrates King Crimson's '80s repertoire – alongside bassist Tony Levin and Tool drummer Danny Carey

Eddie Van Halen apparently left Peavey because it signed a second superstar shredder – Joe Satriani
By Matt Owen published
Van Halen had developed his Wolfgang and 5150 with Peavey, but the firm’s current CEO reckons Satch’s arrival ultimately convinced him to leave

Another former Smashing Pumpkins bassist is joining Garbage on tour
By Janelle Borg published
Nicole Fiorentino follows in the footsteps of Ginger Pooley and Eric Avery in being part of both camps

Robby Krieger sets the record straight on how a Doors classic was really written – and what the controversial movie got wrong
By Janelle Borg published
Oliver Stone's 1991 movie The Doors was panned for its historical inaccuracy – and Krieger is now clarifying how the band's songwriting process actually played out

Jerry Cantrell opens up on his missing guitar fears, pushing beyond his limits – and why AI could never do AIC
By Amit Sharma published
The Alice In Chains icon took his abilities to new heights on I Want Blood, chasing new tones, going hard with the riffs, and even digging out the bass guitar and getting coached by Duff McKagan

blink-182 reunite with Matt Skiba as Tom DeLonge performs with his successor for the first time
By Phil Weller published
The guitarist enjoyed a number of years in the band before Tom DeLonge’s return and – now he’s joined forces with the trio for a special rendition of his most beloved Blink hit

Paul Simon teams up with Sabrina Carpenter for Simon & Garfunkel classic during SNL's 50th anniversary special
By Janelle Borg published
The star-studded event also featured Jack White's rendition of Neil Young's Rockin’ in the Free World, Adam Sandler on acoustic, Bonnie Raitt joining forces with Coldplay's Chris Martin, and Paul McCartney serving Beatles classics

We asked Tim Henson and Tosin Abasi who is blowing their minds right now. They both named the same guitarist
By Matt Owen published
This progressive virtuoso has already been labeled shred’s next hope – now he’s been tipped for greatness… and a Polyphia guest spot

Ozzy Osbourne shares details on his last live performance
By Phil Weller published
Osbourne will take to the stage one last time for a star-studded send off that will also feature performances from Black Sabbath, Metallica, Pantera and more

Post Malone proves his guitar hero credentials once again as he fronts Nirvana reunion and nails Smells Like Teen Spirit at SNL50
By Matt Owen published
The under-appreciated guitarist took on lead and vocal duties for the one-song performance – and the internet absolutely loved it
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