
Joe Matera
Joe Matera is an Australian guitarist and music journalist who has spent the past two decades interviewing a who's who of the rock and metal world and written for Guitar World, Total Guitar, Rolling Stone, Goldmine, Sound On Sound, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and many others. He is also a recording and performing musician and solo artist who has toured Europe on a regular basis and released several well-received albums including instrumental guitar rock outings through various European labels. Roxy Music's Phil Manzanera has called him, "... a great guitarist who knows what an electric guitar should sound like and plays a fluid pleasing style of rock." He's the author of Backstage Pass: The Grit and the Glamour.
Latest articles by Joe Matera

Joe Walsh: "You Have to Play in Front of People; Even if You Suck at It at First, You Have to Do It"
By Joe Matera published
The legendary guitarist discusses his first song, first guitar, first show and more.

Ratt's Warren DeMartini Talks Gear, Trusting Your Instincts — and Embarrassing Gigs
By Joe Matera published
The Ratt guitarist sits down with Guitar World to talk about his early days.

Six-String DIY Recordist: Guide to Dynamic and Condenser Microphones
By Joe Matera published

Six-String DIY Recordist: Understanding the Importance of the EQ Factor
By Joe Matera published

Six-String DIY Recordist: Don't Underestimate the Importance of Cables in the Studio
By Joe Matera published

Six-String DIY Recordist: Seek Advice and Delve Into Online Recording Forums
By Joe Matera published

Book Review: 'Mixing Secrets For The Small Studio,' Plus Tips from Author
By Joe Matera published
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