Articles by: Tom Gilbert

5 times a live version of a song was better than the studio recording

By Tom Gilbert last updated 7 April 20

A studio recording merely captures a moment in time. Who says you can't play the song more convincingly 17 days later in front of a live audience in Peoria?

Steve Lukather: 5 things we learned from his Ernie Ball String Theory episode

By Tom Gilbert published 28 August 19

The Toto guitar wiz and session pro discusses his drive as a musician, his contributions to world-famous records, and plenty more

10 bassists you'd want in your dream band

By Sponsored, Tom Gilbert, Brian Caples published 21 August 19

Our list of low-end juggernauts that could take your band from bars to the big leagues

The Beatles' 10 best acoustic songs

By Tom Gilbert published 21 August 19

A trip down the long and winding road of the Fab Four’s best acoustic moments

High Tech: 10 Players Embracing Guitar Technology to its Fullest

By Tom Gilbert published 14 June 19

GW highlights guitarists who have embraced gear to its fullest, innovating new sounds and styles in the process.

Why You Need a Baritone Guitar

By Tom Gilbert last updated 1 February 21

Revealing some of the coolest moments of these unique and underused instruments.

10 Great Peter Frampton Guitar Moments

By Tom Gilbert published 13 September 18

In celebration of Epiphone's new Peter Frampton Les Paul Custom PRO, here are 10 great moments from the guitarist's career.

10 legendary shows from the Capitol Theatre

By Tom Gilbert published 4 September 18

We celebrate Port Chester, N.Y.'s iconic theater with 10 unforgettable concerts from the venue's storied career.

Five Easy Tips To Improve Your Acoustic Guitar Playing

By Tom Gilbert last updated 22 January 21

Stuck in a rut with your acoustic playing? Here are some easy tips to take it up a notch.

The 10 Greatest Steinberger Moments

By Tom Gilbert published 1 March 18

Leprous Premiere “Illuminate” Music Video

By Tom Gilbert published 16 August 17

Today, GuitarWorld.com presents the music video premiere for “Illuminate,” by Norway’s Leprous.

NAMM 2015 Gear Recap –Photo Gallery

By Tom Gilbert published 5 February 15

Acoustic Metal: Listen to Ewan Dobson’s “Condemnation”

By Tom Gilbert published 5 June 14

Show Review: Nickel Creek at the Fox Theater, Oakland

By Tom Gilbert published 22 May 14

Interview: A.J. Croce Talks New Album, 'Twelve Tales'

By Tom Gilbert published 17 March 14

Interview: Riley Etheridge Jr. Talks About, ‘The Straight and Narrow Way’

By Tom Gilbert published 6 March 14

Show Review: LP at the Great American Music Hall, San Francisco

By Tom Gilbert published 4 March 14

Interview: Rod Melancon On His Upcoming Release, ‘Parish Lines’

By Tom Gilbert published 10 February 14

Interview: Andy McKee Discusses New EP 'Mythmaker' and More

By Tom Gilbert published 6 February 14

Video Exclusive: Andy McKee Performs "The Reason" Live

By Tom Gilbert published 17 January 14

Favorites of 2013: Photo Ops' ‘How To Say Goodbye’

By Tom Gilbert published 26 December 13

Found Sound: Interview with Jazz Guitarist Jimmy Grant

By Tom Gilbert published 5 December 13

Show Review: Dylan Fest San Francisco

By Tom Gilbert published 25 November 13

Found Sound: Laura Mvula ‘Sing To The Moon’

By Tom Gilbert published 18 November 13

Show Review: Iron and Wine and Laura Mvula

By Tom Gilbert published 11 November 13