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From amps to plugins, Tosin Abasi teases the next evolution of Abasi Concepts
By Janelle Borg published
Abasi also addresses the ubiquitous amp modeler versus amplifier debate – and why “nothing defeats the experience of plugging into an amp”

Arm the Homeless was a disaster, then it changed rock history. Tom Morello reveals how Fender replicated its misfit charms
By Michael Astley-Brown published
Arm the Homeless is synonymous with the Rage Against the Machine firebrand and one of the most iconic electric guitars of all time. Morello explains why, after 30 years, he’s finally getting sentimental about his “artistic co-worker” – and the one thing that separates the Fender replica from the original

Wolfgang Van Halen says his dad’s legacy means fans think of him in the wrong way
By Phil Weller published
The Mammoth multi-instrumentalist has pursued his own musical path – though some commenters can’t help but constantly compare him to Eddie Van Halen

He’s played on over 500 albums. Now Marcus Deml is making breathtaking guitar instrumentals under his own name
By Amit Sharma published
He spent 12-hour days learning at GIT in the shred era. But for his Strat-led solo showcase, Deml relied mainly on his ears and a religious approach to tone

“It was a little hard bouncing between classes and playing Coachella”: Is Brandon ‘Taz’ Niederauer guitar’s next superstar?
By Joe Bosso published
At 22 years old, he’s already a star of stage and screen. Taz seems like such a nice kid, but don’t be fooled – he plays like a demon

Joe Walsh walks you through the guitars he’s selling at auction – including one with a Morse code fretboard
By Phil Weller published
All proceeds will go to his charity, Vets Aid

Jared James Nichols spotted a pedal builder in the audience at one of his gigs – then handed him his guitar mid-solo
By Phil Weller published
The impromptu guest spot was full of high notes

A B.B. King biopic is on the way – and it will chronicle the blues legend's life, legacy and Lucille
By Phil Weller published
The film will chart B.B. King’s rise from extreme poverty to global stardom – and his life-long partnership with his iconic ES-355 will be at the heart of it all

John Mayer names his favorite solo with Dead & Company – and plays it live on air
By Matt Owen published
Mayer was asked the question during his Life with John Mayer SiriusXM show, and he just so happened to have a Silver Sky in hand to answer it

Robben Ford on why he got bored with Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell’s fuzz tips – and how Jeff Beck got him back on the Strat
By Andrew Daly published
Ford on two moments when Joni Mitchell was right and he was wrong, why his late 80s stint with Davis didn't work out and his go-to Dumble alternative
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