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Brian Setzer: “For guitar players, rockabilly is the best music you can play. You can do anything with it – you can inject jazz, country, blues into that style”

By Henry Yates published

The rockabilly icon talks hot-rods, Gretsch, the importance of looking after your hearing, and explains why rockabilly requires a different skill-set from your traditional rock player

Brian Setzer

Brian Setzer dials up the twang on new single, Smash Up On Highway One

By Sam Roche published

The track is the second single from the rockabilly legend's forthcoming album, Gotta Have the Rumble

Brian Setzer

Brian Setzer announces first new solo album in 7 years, Gotta Have the Rumble

By James Turner published

The rockabilly rioter has also released the record's rip-roaring lead single, Checkered Flag

Gretsch guitars

Get an exclusive preview of the massive upcoming Gretsch Family Archives auction

By Richard Bienstock last updated

Dozens of guitars from Tom Petty, George Harrison, Bono and more are on the block at Julien's Auctions

Gretsch guitars

Dozens of guitars from Tom Petty, George Harrison, Bono and more are on the block at mammoth Gretsch Family Archives auction

By Richard Bienstock last updated

You can also pick up Gretsch prototypes, mandolins, banjos, amps, drums and even factory tools

Brian Setzer Reverb sale

Brian Setzer is selling off a raft of guitar gear – including rare Gretsch models – on Reverb

By Michael Astley-Brown, Sam Roche published

6120 Smoke Prototype and leopard-print Hot Rod highlight the upcoming sale

Fresh Electromatics, a P90 Junior Jet and Nick 13 signature model head up Gretsch's 15-strong summer line-up

By Richard Bienstock last updated

Huge array of Electromatic, Streamliner, Falcon and acoustic guitars unveiled

Watch Eddie Van Halen, David Gilmour and Les Paul Play Blue Suede Shoes with Stray Cats

By Damian Fanelli published

Quite simply one of the greatest all-star guitar jams of all time

Stray Cats legend Brian Setzer: "Nothing feels right after a Gretsch"

By Mark McStea published

The rockabilly icon talks big-band productions, his Stratocaster fascination and the Cats' new studio album, 40

Summer NAMM 2019: Gretsch Announces New Brian Setzer Signature Models

By Richard Bienstock published

Stray Cats guitarist collaborates on Professional Collection Hollow Body designs.

The Stray Cats Premiere New Song, “Cry Danger”

By Jackson Maxwell published

The Stray Cats have a new song, and GW's got the exclusive. Check it out!

Listen to a New Stray Cats Song, “Rock It Off”

By Richard Bienstock published

The band’s forthcoming album, ’40,’ is out May 24.

Brian Setzer: How to Shred Like a Rockabilly Master

By Damian Fanelli published

Learn three of Brian Setzer's most ferocious riffs.

Stray Cats Premiere New "Cat Fight (Over A Dog Like Me)" Music Video

By Jackson Maxwell published

Check out the animated video for the lead single from the recently reunited group's first album in 26 years.

Brian Setzer Announces "Rockabilly Riot!" Tour

By Jackson Maxwell published

The rockabilly guitar great is touring with both his solo band and the Stray Cats in 2019.

Top 10 Essential Vintage Rockabilly Guitar Solos

By Damian Fanelli published

10 killer vintage rockabilly songs that every rock fan—let alone every guitarist—should know and/or learn how to play.

The Brian Setzer Orchestra Announce New Concert Film, ‘Christmas Rocks! Live’

By Richard Bienstock published

The guitarist and his 19-piece band are also touring the U.S. in November and December.

Stray Cats to Celebrate 40th Anniversary with First New Studio Album in 25 Years

By Richard Bienstock published

Legendary rockabilly band will also launch a headlining tour in 2019.

Watch Stray Cats Perform "Runaway Boys" and "Built for Speed" at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend

By Damian Fanelli published

Brian Setzer Jams on a 1941 Gibson L-5

By Christopher Scapelliti published