Articles by: Jonathan Graham

Watch Joe Satriani play Surfing with the Alien on a Strat copy at a fan’s home

By Jonathan Graham published 15 October 19

In case you've ever needed more evidence that the majority of a guitar player's sound is in their fingers

Forgotten Guitar: Joe Satriani's Saturday-Morning Jam on Australian TV

By Jonathan Graham published 12 July 19

Joe Satriani rocks an Australian morning show—a rare pre-JS Series Ibanez prototype in hand—in 1988.

Forgotten Guitar: The Incredible Sound of an Original Stradivarius Guitar

By Jonathan Graham published 5 July 19

Hear the only remaining playable Stradivarius guitar in the world in action.

Forgotten Guitar: Early Footage of George Lynch and Dokken Performing in Europe in '82

By Jonathan Graham published 4 June 19

Check out some vintage, pro-shot footage of Dokken.

Forgotten Guitar: Steve Vai's 1990 Appearance on MTV’s 'Headbangers Ball'

By Jonathan Graham published 10 May 19

Take a trip down memory lane with Steve Vai's 1990 Headbanger’s Ball appearance.

Eight Overdrive Pedals at Once: Here's How It Sounds

By Jonathan Graham last updated 4 February 20

What would happen if you combine eight great-sounding overdrives in the same chain?

'Crossroads' and Its Unsung Guitar Hero, Arlen Roth

By Jonathan Graham published 30 April 19

You probably remember Steve Vai's legendary cameo, but the man behind much of the real guitar work in 'Crossroads' is often overlooked.

Before Hendrix, Elvis and Chuck Berry, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe

By Jonathan Graham last updated 19 March 21

Tharpe's remarkable musical legacy is undoubted by those who know of her impact on modern music

Forgotten Guitar: John Lee Hooker and Ry Cooder Perform Live in 1992

By Jonathan Graham published 18 April 19

Two blues guitar greats team up for a terrific performance.

Watch Some Amazing Footage of 22-Year-Old Randy Rhoads Soloing in 1979

By Jonathan Graham published 19 March 19

Some rare footage of a young, pre-Ozzy Randy Rhoads in action.

Forgotten Guitar: Les Paul’s Incredible Rendition of “Lover” Live in New York City in 1988

By Jonathan Graham published 12 March 19

Les was 73 at the time, and he clearly hadn’t lost a step.

Motorhead's Lemmy Kilmister Demos His Bass Tone

By Jonathan Graham published 28 February 19

Lemmy breaks down his unmistakable, massive, entirely unique tone.

Forgotten Guitar: Danny Gatton Performs on 'Nightwatch' in 1989

By Jonathan Graham published 14 February 19

"The world’s greatest unknown guitarist" at his finest.

Watch This Rare 1986 Interview and Factory Tour with Master Luthier Paul Reed Smith

By Jonathan Graham published 30 January 19

“Give us a couple of years, we will be right there with Fender and Gibson" - the then-little-known Paul Reed Smith.

Forgotten Guitar: A Close-up Look at Stevie Ray Vaughan’s “Number One” Strat

By Jonathan Graham published 4 January 19

Get up-close and personal with Stevie Ray Vaughan's “Number One” Strat.

Forgotten Guitar: That Time a Fan Shook Stevie Ray Vaughan’s Hand During a Guitar Solo

By Jonathan Graham published 30 November 18

Just listen to what he plays during the handshake.

Forgotten Guitar: Soundboard Recordings of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s David Bowie Rehearsals

By Jonathan Graham published 8 November 18

A tantalizing look at one of rock's great "What Ifs."

Forgotten Guitar: Joe Satriani Gives MTV Host His First Guitar Lesson in 1992

By Jonathan Graham published 1 November 18

Satch gives a first lesson live on MTV.

Forgotten Guitar: Zakk Wylde Demos His "Chicken Pickin'" Technique in 1991

By Jonathan Graham published 17 October 18

A 24-year-old Zakk Wylde shows MTV his "Chicken Pickin'" technique.

Forgotten Guitar: In-Studio Tips and Performance from Session Giant Dann Huff

By Jonathan Graham published 25 September 18

These tips can be applied whether you're working at Abbey Road or your home studio.

Forgotten Guitar: Joe Satriani and Mick Jagger Play “Little Red Rooster” at a Bar in 1988

By Jonathan Graham published 26 July 18

Mick Jagger and Joe Satriani play the blues.

Forgotten Guitar: Les Paul and Mary Ford's 1954 Guitar Duel

By Jonathan Graham last updated 9 June 20

Forgotten Guitar: Steve Vai's Mind-Blowing Live Solo at Donington in 1990

By Jonathan Graham published 6 June 18

Forgotten Guitar: An Inside Look at the Fender Factory in 1959

By Jonathan Graham published 1 June 18

Forgotten Guitar: Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page on Stage Together in 1966 Film 'Blow-Up'

By Jonathan Graham published 11 May 18

During the production of the 1966 filmBlow-Up, director Michelangelo Antonioni envisioned a scene similar to that of Pete Townshend's famous live ritual of smashing his guitar on stage.