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Jeff Hanneman performs onstage with Slayer at the Sonisphere Festival on August 1, 2010 in Knebworth, England

Slayer's Jeff Hanneman talks maintaining his right-hand picking speed, Hendrix, the Big Four shows and more in 2010 GW interview

By Brad Angle published

In this edition of Dear Guitar Hero, the late Slayer guitar legend also discusses his solo recordings, and the "least metal" song he enjoys

Dear Guitar Hero: Michael Schenker Talks Scorpions, Influences, Early Gear, Gibson Flying V's and More —with Video

By Guitar World Staff last updated

Mick Mars performs onstage with Mötley Crue at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on August 12, 2015

Mick Mars on his favorite Mötley Crüe solo, how he (unintentionally) ended up on Aerosmith's Pump, and the Dr. Feelgood Garnet amp

By Joe Bosso published

In this classic edition of Dear Guitar Hero, Mars answers fan questions, and reflects on his decades-long tenure with one of rock's wildest bands

Don Felder performs at the Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Victory Barbeque Celebration Party at Hearst Ranch on September 7, 2013 in San Simeon, California

Don Felder: "The Eagles never played three Les Pauls. It just turns into a big train wreck"

By Damian Fanelli published

In this 2013 GW interview, the former Eagles man reveals the gear behind his tone on Hotel California and One of These Nights, and how a lesson from Duane Allman transformed his playing

Yngwie Malmsteen performs at the Marshall: 50 years of Loud event at Wembley Arena on September 22, 2012 in London

Yngwie Malmsteen: "You can’t 'build' speed – you play it until you have it perfect. There are no shortcuts and no tricks"

By Joe Matera published

In this 2010 edition of Dear Guitar Hero, the neoclassical shred great explains why the Strat is the Stradivarius of electric guitars, how he actually uses those Marshall stacks, and the biggest misconception people have about his playing

Allan Holdsworth (L) and Kurt Rosenwinkel perform on stage during the 2013 Crossroads Guitar Festival at Madison Square Garden on April 12, 2013 in New York City.

Allan Holdsworth talks jaw-dropping solos, the "exquisitely unique" SynthAxe and his love of headless guitars in his final interview

By Joe Lalaina published

The trailblazing jazz-fusion guitarist passed away just days after taking part in his last-ever interview with Guitar World

John Frusciante performs with Red Hot Chili Peppers at the 3rd Annual Hullabaloo to benefit the Silverlake Conservatory at the Music Box at the Henry Fonda Theater on May 5, 2007 in Los Angeles, California

"I try not to put pressure on myself and the instrument": John Frusciante talks soloing, theory and the benefits of home recording in 2009 GW interview

By Joe Bosso published

Now a member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers once again, Frusciante reflects on playing with Johnny Marr and his creative philosophy in this classic edition of Dear Guitar Hero

Robert Cray: "With solos, I just improvise and let it fly. It’s what you’re feeling right then and there"

By James Wood published

Dear Guitar Hero: The longstanding bluesman answers your questions on everything from songwriting to playing with Eric Clapton

Stephen Malkmus Talks Pavement-Era Gear, Alternate Tunings and New Jicks Album, 'Sparkle Hard'

By Alan di Perna last updated

He made alternative rock history with Pavement and the Jicks, but what do Guitar World readers really want to know about Stephen Malkmus?

Herman Li

Dear Guitar Hero - DragonForce's Herman Li answers your questions: "I am a specialist in my own weird guitar sound"

By Mark McStea published

The shredder on the band's latest album Extreme Power Metal, his favorite EVH solo and how he developed his mind-bending sweep-picking ability

Submit your questions for Squeeze legends Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford

By Damian Fanelli published

Round up your best and brightest questions and send them our way, people

Dear Guitar Hero: Pixies' Joey Santiago discusses his influences, making fun of guitar solos and why he gets "lost" on an SG

By Richard Bienstock published

The hugely influential guitarist also reveals why he's always been a Les Paul guy

Dear Guitar Hero: Danny Johnson discusses his time with Alcatrazz, Aerosmith, Steppenwolf, Alice Cooper and more

By Joe Lalaina published

Danny Johnson has more amazing rock 'n' roll stories than just about anyone in the business. Read some of them here

Alan Parsons performs live

Prog legend Alan Parsons tells all: Dark Side Of The Moon, working with The Beatles and the "abandoned" Pink Floyd album

By James Wood published

Iconic producer and songwriter looks back on his career leading up to new album The Secret

Alexi Laiho on Writing Riffs, Imitating Yngwie and Children of Bodom's New Album, 'Hexed'

By Mark McStea published

Y’all sent us a ton of questions for Laiho, the longtime lead guitarist and frontman for Children of Bodom. Here are some of the best — and some of the rest!

Def Leppard's Vivian Campbell Discusses Dio Days, Composing Solos and Last in Line's New Album, 'II'

By James Wood published

This constantly in-demand six-stringer has played with Dio, Def Leppard, Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake and Last in Line. But what Guitar World readers really want to know is...

Rammstein's Richard Kruspe on Riffs, Gear, Creativity and Emigrate's Hot New Album, 'A Million Degrees'

By Mark McStea published

When this German guitarist and songwriter isn’t burning down the house with Rammstein, he’s exploring other musical avenues with Emigrate. But what GW readers really want to know is...

Steve Hackett Talks Favorite Genesis Moments, Joe Bonamassa and New Album, 'At the Edge of Light'

By Mark McStea published

He was two-hand tapping long before it became “the thing to do,” was a member of Genesis, formed GTR with Steve Howe and has been releasing top-notch solo albums for more than 40 years. But what GW readers really wanna know is...

Reverend Horton Heat's Jim Heath Talks Lemmy, Gretsch Gear and New Album, 'Whole New Life'

By James Wood published

He's the godfather of modern rockabilly and psychobilly and has one fine-looking signature Gretsch. But what Guitar World readers really want to know is...

Disturbed's Dan Donegan Talks Favorite Riffs, Fantasy Collaborations and New Album, 'Evolution'

By James Wood published

He used to pour concrete for his father’s construction company. Now he tours the world with his longtime band, Disturbed. But what Guitar World readers really want to know is...