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Knox Chandler on the recording session that flourished into a decade-long working relationship with Cyndi Lauper
By Janelle Borg published
Chandler's list of collaborators includes the Psychedelic Furs, R.E.M., Siouxsie and the Banshees and Depeche Mode

Mike Campbell on writing The Boys of Summer with Don Henley – after Tom Petty passed on it
By Phil Weller published
Campbell made an all-important change to the before handing it over to Henley

These are the gear releases that have caught my eye this week – and the essential launches you might have missed
By Matt Owen published
New drops from JHS Pedals, Fender, Victory, and more that need to be on your radar this week

Gator’s Icon Take Two gig bag series offers a secure, comfortable and convenient solution for transporting 2 of your prized guitars
By Guitar World Staff published
Electric and bass-compatible cases let you take two guitars or basses, as well as accessories and even a change of clothes, on the road with ultimate protection

Steely Dan’s Denny Dias says his iconic Do It Again electric sitar solo was recorded on a lousy rental model
By Phil Weller published
The former Steely Dan guitarist was required to borrow a Danelectro/Coral electric sitar for the job – but he was less than impressed

Guitar World deals of the week: save over $600 on a Charvel, get a huge $130 off an MXR pedal, plus all the week's best deals
By Matt McCracken published
You weekly round-up of the best deals from all corners of the web

Sinners composer Ludwig Göransson used vintage Dobros to write the movie’s music – and he scoured the globe to find them
By Phil Weller published
Sinners – which stars Michael B. Jordan and Buddy Guy – boasts a compelling score that pays tribute to the blues, with a little help from three hard-to-find guitars...

Pete Townshend looks back at life on the road as The Who announce farewell US tour
By Phil Weller published
The legendary band will bid farewell in a country where Townshend has always appreciated the “incredible” crowds
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