Arrows frontman Alan Merrill, co-writer of I Love Rock ‘N Roll, dies aged 69 from coronavirus By Richard Bienstock “I can still remember watching the Arrows on TV in London and being blown away,” says Joan Jett in tribute
Synergy introduces high-gain Engl Powerball preamp module By Richard Bienstock Compact version of classic head is ideal for direct recording and lower-volume setups
Marshall gets smart with the Alexa-powered Uxbridge Voice speaker By Richard Bienstock Wireless streaming playback, smart voice recognition and more, wrapped up in classic Marshall looks
Positive Grid offers free BIAS FX Mobile download to help musicians “remain creative and positive right now” By Richard Bienstock Offer includes expansion packs, amps, effects and features, at no charge for 90 days
The Music Industries Association: your local music shop needs your support By Sam Roche Your local music store isn't closed, it's just moved online - and they need your help, says industry body
Godin hits the big leagues with the Stadium HT single-cut electric guitar By Richard Bienstock New hardtail T-type boasts basswood body, custom single coils, enticing price tag
Joyo Audio’s Baatsin packs 8 analog overdrives into one $59 pedal By Richard Bienstock From boost to overdrive to full-on distortion at the twist of a knob
TIDAL's HiFi service is currently $4 per month for the next 4 months – get lossless quality for less By Chris Barnes Stream your favorite guitarists in super high quality
Sick Riffs: Bumblefoot teaches you the finger-twisting runs in Sons of Apollo’s King Of Delusion By Michael Astley-Brown Guitar World’s coronavirus-busting video series kicks off with this beastly chromatic lick - with tab!
Guitar World launches Sick Riffs video series to help guitarists affected by the coronavirus By Michael Astley-Brown Learn a new riff every day and help out your favorite artists
The house is rockin’: Devon Allman launches virtual tour from his home By Richard Bienstock The Allman Betts Band singer and guitarist will broadcast the shows on his official Facebook page
Joe Satriani names the one solo he regrets writing and recording By Richard Bienstock Steve Vai wasn't crazy about this particular Surfing with the Alien cut, either
Lava Music’s new carbon-fiber acoustic-electric promises “bright, dynamic and open sound at a fraction of the size” By Richard Bienstock The Lava Me Pro sports a honeycomb structure soundboard, preamp system with effects and “Turbo” button
Acorn Amplifiers’ Circuit Fuzz boasts a bonus boost circuit board mounted on the pedal’s face By Richard Bienstock Build a separate standalone unit or incorporate the effect into the pedal itself
Buy a Taylor acoustic guitar and get another for just $99 at Musician’s Friend By Chris Barnes Bag a Baby Taylor, Taylor GS Mini or Academy Series guitar for $99 with this deal – ideal for beginner guitarists or home practice
Brian May teaches you how to play the Bohemian Rhapsody solo while in self-isolation By Richard Bienstock The Queen guitarist also provides a walkthrough of his current gear setup
Fender debuts eye-catching new finishes for the American Original Series By Richard Bienstock An Inca Silver Strat, Burgundy Mist Metallic Tele and Aztec Gold ‘50s P-Bass are among the offerings
Get 3 months of Fender Play for FREE – sign up for online guitar lessons to help you improve at home By Guitar World Staff Start learning guitar, bass and ukulele via your smartphone today
Country music legend Kenny Rogers dies aged 81 By Michael Astley-Brown The Gambler singer passed away from natural causes, says family
Behold the 'mother of all volume pedal mods' for the Ernie Ball VP Jr. By Richard Bienstock Zeppelin Design Labs’s VPM-1 mod adds more headroom, extra gain and tons of versatility
