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For John McLaughlin, it all comes back to Montreux – this is how he took his playing there to the 4th Dimension one last time
By Andrew Daly Published
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Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram just landed his second signature Telecaster – but he wasn’t convinced by the Fender classic at first
By Phil Weller Published
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Guitar Center CEO reveals his favorite guitars he owns
By Matt Owen Published
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How Geddy Lee created one of the most outrageous bass tones of all time for a Rush fantasy classic
By Nick Wells Published
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“Extreme music expresses hardship and suffering – but we’re reaching towards joy”: Introducing Agriculture, the “ecstatic black metal” band who recorded their sophomore LP as the LA wildfires closed in
By Dan Bradley Published
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Viral troubadour pens ode to buying guitars – and catches the ears of Joe Bonamassa and Billy Strings
By Janelle Borg Published
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Stray Cats cancel fall tour as Brian Setzer battles “serious illness”
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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“Extreme music expresses hardship and suffering – but we’re reaching towards joy”: Introducing Agriculture, the “ecstatic black metal” band who recorded their sophomore LP as the LA wildfires closed in
By Dan Bradley Published
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Stray Cats cancel fall tour as Brian Setzer battles “serious illness”
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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How Greta Van Fleet ended up in the new Bruce Springsteen biopic
By Janelle Borg Published
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David Gilmour sets the record straight on the chance of a Pink Floyd reunion with Roger Waters
By Janelle Borg Published
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The day the Beatles visited New York’s most legendary guitar store
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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Alex Lifeson reveals his biggest challenge when preparing for the Rush reunion tour
By Janelle Borg Published
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Two legends of fretless bass, one whip-smart genius shredder – how a mind-blowing Testament x Pestilence fusion project came together
By Gregory Adams Published
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Nova Twins on keeping sonic secrets, putting vocals through a Plexi – and blowing up amps
By Phil Weller Published
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Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee announce Rush reunion tour – and name who will be playing drums
By Janelle Borg Published
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Bassists
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How Geddy Lee created one of the most outrageous bass tones of all time for a Rush fantasy classic
By Nick Wells Published
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When Anthony Jackson came up with the idea for a six-string bass, he struggled to find anyone to build it
By Chris Jisi Published
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Limp Bizkit remain one of the biggest nu-metal bands ever – but they wouldn't have taken those giant strides without bassist Sam Rivers
By Joel McIver Published
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How Rudy Sarzo said no to Sharon Osbourne and still got the Ozzy gig – with a little help from Randy Rhoads
By Jonathan Horsley Published
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Fred Durst pays emotional tribute to Sam Rivers, explains why Limp Bizkit couldn't have happened without him
By Phil Weller Published
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The chance meeting between Pino Palladino and D’Angelo that helped create the sound of the vaunted Voodoo album
By Nick Wells Published
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Anthony Jackson, low-end legend who pioneered the concept of the modern six-string bass, dies aged 73
By Phil Weller Published
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"Sam Rivers wasn’t just our bass player – he was pure magic…" Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers has died, aged 48
By Scott Rowley Published
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Robert Wilson had his step-out performance on this Gap Band classic, which features two bass parts, both cut on a flatwound-strung P-Bass
By Chris Jisi Published
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Concert, Gigs & Tours
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Nancy Wilson joins Chappell Roan on stage for an explosive rendition of a Heart classic
By Janelle Borg Published
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IDLES invite Jack White to join chaotic Riot Fest guest spot – and give him the keys to Lee Kiernan’s famed Pink Mustang
By Phil Weller Published
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Johnny Depp joins Alice Cooper onstage to cover Black Sabbath’s Paranoid in honor of Ozzy Osbourne
By Matt Owen Published
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Pantera cancel tour dates to mourn Ozzy Osbourne
By Matt Owen Published
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Steve Morse tackles Led Zeppelin, Mountain, Cream and Lynyrd Skynyrd hits during intimate jam session
By Phil Weller Published
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Alex Lifeson joins Tom Morello onstage to jam a Rush classic – during surprise guest spot in the band’s home city
By Phil Weller Published
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Marcus King takes Rory Gallagher’s legendary Isle of Wight Fender Telecaster for a spin on stage
By Matt Owen Published
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“I miss being at the end of the stage and turning up my amp as loud as possible”: Oasis have performed their first live shows in 16 years – and Noel Gallagher re-embracing guitar solos after all this time is set to be a highlight of the entire reunion
By Matt Owen Published
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Steven Tyler makes triumphant return to the stage with Back to Beginning set
By Matt Owen Published
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Guitarists
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For John McLaughlin, it all comes back to Montreux – this is how he took his playing there to the 4th Dimension one last time
By Andrew Daly Published
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Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram just landed his second signature Telecaster – but he wasn’t convinced by the Fender classic at first
By Phil Weller Published
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Guitar Center CEO reveals his favorite guitars he owns
By Matt Owen Published
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Viral troubadour pens ode to buying guitars – and catches the ears of Joe Bonamassa and Billy Strings
By Janelle Borg Published
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Dave Navarro was the odd man out when he joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers. But 30 years later, he has no regrets
By Andrew Daly Published
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Sammy Hagar is touring the UK for the first time since 1996 – and bringing Joe Satriani and Van Halen's Michael Anthony with him
By Janelle Borg Published
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Brent Hinds had a trove of solo material that was never released, according to his former bandmate
By Matt Owen Published
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Nicolas Meier was hand-picked by Jeff Beck. Now he’s honoring the late guitar icon with a sound that seeks new horizons
By Amit Sharma Published
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Why Three Days Grace’s Barry Stock is embracing the Ibanez Iceman – and picking his trusty Quad Cortex over a 7-string
By Gregory Adams Published
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Music Releases
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Mateus Asato left Bruno Mars and Jessie J to begin his solo career – and now his debut single is finally here
By Phil Weller Published
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September 2025 Guitar World Editors' Picks
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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After causing a stir at the VMAs, Yungblud and Aerosmith are officially releasing an EP together
By Phil Weller Published
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Jacob Collier’s new album is a love letter to the guitar – and alternate tunings
By Jonathan Horsley Published
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Steve Morse has announced his first new album since leaving Deep Purple – and it’s set to feature Eric Johnson and John Petrucci
By Phil Weller Published
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August 2025 Guitar World Editors' Picks
By Michael Astley-Brown Published
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Dave Mustaine announces new Megadeth album will be his last
By Matt Owen Published
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“Nuno Bettencourt isn’t the only one keeping Eddie Van Halen’s fire burning – the most underrated guitarist on the planet just gave him a run for his money”: July 2025 Guitar World Editors' Picks
By Michael Astley-Brown Published
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Mk.gee was named Eric Clapton’s favorite new guitarist – now he’s making waves with a guest spot on Justin Bieber’s new album
By Matt Owen Published
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Stray Cats cancel fall tour as Brian Setzer battles “serious illness”
By Jackson Maxwell Published
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Dave Navarro was the odd man out when he joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers. But 30 years later, he has no regrets
By Andrew Daly Published
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Sammy Hagar is touring the UK for the first time since 1996 – and bringing Joe Satriani and Van Halen's Michael Anthony with him
By Janelle Borg Published
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