James Wood
James is a guitarist and freelance writer who's interviewed some of the biggest names in music. He is the author of four books and his writing credits include work for Guitar World, AXS and Yahoo! as well as for his hometown newspaper where he writes on a variety of topics with both passion and humor. As a guitarist, he's performed everywhere from local bars and nightclubs to some of the biggest stages in front of thousands of music fans.
Latest articles by James Wood
Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds and Wayne Sermon TalkNew Single and Video, “Believer”
By James Wood published
Imagine Dragons recently released the music video for their new single, “Believer.”
Steve Hackett Discusses His New Album, ‘The Night Siren’
By James Wood published
The Night Siren, the new album by rock legend and former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett, is a modern guitar album with a heavy message.
Steve Morse Provides Updates on Deep Purple and Rock ’N’ Roll Fantasy Camp
By James Wood published
Rock ‘N' Roll Fantasy Camp—which is now in its 21st year—gives musicians the chance to hang with and learn from some of the most respected talents in rock.
Michael Schenker Talks Nostalgic New Live Album, ‘Michael Schenker Fest Tokyo’
By James Wood published
Thirty-five years have passed since the Michael Schenker Group released their legendary live album, One Night at Budokan.
JamesDurbin and Quiet Riot's AlexGrossi Talk 'Maps to the Hollywood Scars'
By James Wood published
Quiet Riot guitarist Alex Grossi and American Idol finalistJames Durbin recently announced anew collaboration, Maps to the Hollywood Scars.
Nita Strauss Talks “Pandemonium” and Upcoming Alice Cooper/Deep Purple Tour
By James Wood published
When Steve Vai asked guitarist Nita Strauss to take part in his new Favored Nations compilation, She Rocks, Vol. 1, the Alice Cooper Band shredder never gave it a second thought.
Firehouse Guitarist Bill Leverty Discusses His New Single, "You’re a Natural"
By James Wood published
It's been 25 years since Firehouse won Favorite Heavy Metal/Hard Rock New Artist at the 1992 American Music Awards, beating out Nirvana and Alice in Chains.
Bassist Nathan East Talks New Solo Album, ‘Reverence,’ and Working with Eric Clapton
By James Wood published
Bassist Nathan East’s resume reads like a music industry who’s who.
Zepparella's Gretchen Menn Discusses Her 'Inferno'-Inspired Album, 'Abandon All Hope'
By James Wood published
Zepparella guitarist Gretchen Menn’s new conceptual work, Abandon All Hope,is an eclectic study of guitar, art and literature.
Phil Collen Talks Def Leppard's Explosive New Concert Film, 'Live from Detroit'
By James Wood published
Def Leppard's new concert film,And There Will Be a Next Time: Live from Detroit,captures the power and raw energy of one of rock’s most dynamic and celebrated bands.
Journey’s Neal Schon Talks Rock Hall of Fame Induction and New Projects
By James Wood published
Neal Schon has a lot to be thankful for.
Heart’s Nancy Wilson Talks 'Live at the Royal Albert Hall' CD/DVD
By James Wood published
Heart’s epic new CD/DVD/Blu-ray, Live at the Royal Albert Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, captures the band’s first performance—ever—at the legendary London venue.
Glenn Hughes Talks New Solo Album, Gear and Black Country Communion
By James Wood published
Glenn Hughes decided to go back to his roots for Resonate,his first solo album of new material in eight years.
John Roth Discusses Gear and the Roth Brock Project
By James Wood published
Guitarist John Roth first met vocalist Terry Brock in 2009 while working on Giant’s Promised Landrecord.
Groovin' with Peter White: Guitarist Talks New Album, Gear and Al Stewart's ‘Year of the Cat’
By James Wood published
Andy Timmons Talks New Album, 'Theme from a Perfect World'
By James Wood published
Andy Timmons Band’s eighth album, Theme from a Perfect World, is an inspired, guitar-driven affair made up of 10 hook-filled instrumentalsthat are sure to satisfy even the pickiest of guitarists.
Duane Allman's Daughter Discusses Limited-Edition'Skydog' Vinyl Box Set
By James Wood published
Skydog: The Duane Allman Retrospective,Rounder Records' 2013 box set honoring the musical legacy of the late Allman Brothers Band guitarist, was a critical and commercial success.
Neal Schon Talks Journey, Santana, Gear and "Surreal" Career Highlights
By James Wood published
Eric Johnson Talks 'EJ,' His First All-Acoustic Album
By James Wood published
Thirty years after the release of his breakthrough album, Tones, guitar legend Eric Johnson is releasing his first all-acoustic solo effort, aptly titled EJ.
Michael Sweet Talks New Solo Album and Stryper’s 'To Hell with the Devil' Tour
By James Wood published
Michael Sweet’s new solo album, One Sided War, is packed withhook-laden songs that transcend the tasty fretwork and soaring vocals we’ve come to expect from the Stryper frontman.
Chris Robinson and Neal Casal Talk New Chris Robinson Brotherhood Album
By James Wood published
Jane Wiedlin Talks Final Go-Go’s Tour, Gear and Career Highlights
By James Wood published
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