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Hammett recently had his own say on the boomer bends controversy, questioning how accessible the Polyphia virtuoso’s style is for casual listeners
Three decades later, Bonamassa is taking West’s pointers on board – and they’re making a difference
A 1968 promo clip of English psych-rockers Rupert’s People suggests Hampstead Heath in London – not Woodstock – was the birthplace of air guitar
40 years after the release of the Dire Straits’ seminal album, Brothers in Arms, Knopfler reflects on that game-changing period and why he was always a reluctant rock star
Smith recalls Vai singling out Mayer for praise – and reveals what Mayer’s songwriting background means for his overall guitar style
The blues rock giant sits down with Guitar World to go through his back catalog of riffs, picking out a few favorites along the way
One iconic cut from his solo work sticks out for the right reasons, Knopfler believes
Isbell sympathizes with newbie players struggling with them, but discusses why they’re a vital songwriting tool
The song may be too much for the guitar icon – but he has a backup plan in mind
Ever bumped into your favorite player at the grocery store, or crossed paths with your six-string hero at the guitar store? We want to hear all about it – and don’t spare us the details
The young guitar ace – who has previously voiced her desire to break out of the blues box – joined the alt-rockers in Nashville during their back-to-basics House Party tour
Dalporto has already discussed his desire to improve the quality of gear that Guitar Center stocks – but he's also got his eye on avenue for growth
Looking for the perfect part to play with another guitarist? Wong says it's all about finding the compositional "hook" – and he has some practical examples to show us
Guitarists regularly debate whether theory is a must-have or should have, and the renowned acoustic guitarist and Berklee tutor has revealed his own experiences on the matter
Is music theory necessary to write guitar solos that stand the test of time? All That Remains' lead guitarist weighs in...
McCurry’s legendary guitar hook had been used for another song two years earlier – but Alice Cooper was desperate for his Sweet Child O’ Mine moment
Malmsteen looks back on the few times he almost crossed paths with the late electric guitar legend
Strauss has celebrated her first anniversary with Josh Villalta by looking back on the ceremony – which hosted a star-studded jam band
Wolfgang Van Halen has shared a clip of him using his father's iconic electric to record his latest song – which channels his love for contemporary greats while keeping Eddie’s guitar flame burning brightly
