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Why Joe Walsh’s distinct taste in amps took Tom Bukovac by surprise
By Phil Weller published
The on-stage sound seemed harsh to the ears, but Bukovac soon came around to the Eagles legend's go-to amp tones

Mastodon have seemingly confirmed their new guitar player – revealing Nick Johnston is writing and recording for their next albums
By Phil Weller published
The guitarist had been drafted in as a touring guitarist following Brent Hinds’ departure, but it seems he’s part of the band’s long-term planning

Robert Fripp on the guitars he’s kept, and the one he bought with no intention of playing
By Andrew Daly published
The King Crimson mastermind is best known for his ’59 Les Paul Custom, and there’s a reason most of his key instruments have been Gibsons – but he has a few “honorable mentions” too, like the '57 Strat Robin Trower gave him...

Tom Morello on why Ace Frehley is his ultimate guitar hero – and why he owes him a “life debt”
By Janelle Borg published
Morello discusses how Kiss and the Spaceman were seminal early inspirations

Johnny Marr, one of the Gallagher brothers' earliest supporters, gives his thoughts on the cultural impact of Oasis's reunion tour
By Janelle Borg published
Marr famously loaned an up-and-coming Noel Gallagher a few guitars when the band was finding its feet – and has been a strong champion throughout their career

Joe Bonamassa on why you’ll never catch him playing an amp modeler
By Phil Weller published
The gear guru admits there are reasons for their surge in popularity, but he personally won’t be making the switch

John Mayer explains why he got hooked on PRS guitars
By Phil Weller published
The guitarist has also singled out two features of his signature Silver Sky that he believes make it special

Mitch Rowland on treading the line between pop superstars and sublime folk fingerstyle – and why touring doesn’t add-up
By Daryl Robertson published
The Grammy award-winning songwriter and guitarist talks about collaborating with Harry Styles, preferring to “move some air” with real amps on stage, and gets candid about the reality of touring as a solo artist in 2025

Phil X on his upcoming Gibson signature, lead discipline – and how to prepare for shows in the YouTube age
By Mark McStea published
Canadian guitar hero Phil X, known worldwide for his fleet-fingered playing in Bon Jovi, takes us through the making of his side band’s new album

Don Felder on medical emergencies, the secret to writing Eagles songs and his million dollar ’Burst
By Andrew Daly last updated
With The Vault – Fifty Years Of Music, the ex-Eagles guitarist marks a career milestone by bringing lost demos to life and re-recording the classic Heavy Metal. And he isn't stopping any time soon
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