December 2018 | Guitar World

'Intense Rock' Picking: A Brief Look at Paul Gilbert's Alternate Picking Technique

By Troy Grady

In an exclusive new lesson, Troy Grady breaks down the key techniques in Paul Gilbert's seminal 'Intense Rock' instructional video.

Superimposing "IV-Chord" Licks Over the "I"

By Andy Aledort

How to solo over a single-chord groove or a “I-IV” (one-to-four) vamp.

Review: EarthQuaker Devices Aqueduct Vibrato Pedal

By Paul Riario

The Aqueduct is a real head-turner, not to mention one of the most fun pedals EarthQuaker Devices has ever produced.

Jesse Wells Talks New Welles Album, 'Red Trees and White Trashes'

By Joe Bosso

“People pretty up the guitar too much.” Jesse Wells opens up about Welles' superlative debut album.

Great Applications of a Second-Inversion Chord

By Jimmy Brown

Look at a few brief examples of well-known songs that feature the use of a second-inversion chord.

Review: Fender American Original '60s Jazzmaster

By Chris Gill

The Fender American Original ’60s Jazzmaster certainly will inspire a new generation of players like the Sixties original did.

Understanding Suspended Seconds and Fourths

By Joel Hoekstra

In this brand-new Joel Hoekstra lesson, take a look at rhythm guitar and the incorporation and understanding of suspended chords.

Paul Gilbert Dishes the Dirt on His Audacious New Album, 'Behold Electric Guitar'

By Joe Bosso

In our December cover story, Paul Gilbert discusses how his newfound love of jazz, a different outlook on melodies and The Beatles inspired his eclectic new album.

Get Experienced: Studying the Playing of the Great Jimi Hendrix

By Richie Faulkner

In his latest lesson, Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner analyzes the guitar work of the great Jimi Hendrix.

Power Trip Dig Deep with 'Opening Fire: 2008 to 2014'

By Gregory Adams

Steered by the streamlined chugging of their catchy-as-hell “Executioner’s Tax (Swing of the Axe),” Power Trip have been whipping metal crowds into a frenzy across the globe.

Ace Frehley Breaks Down His New Album, 'Spaceman'

By Richard Bienstock

“I’ve always been a ‘fly by the seat of his pants’ kinda guy.” Ace Frehley discusses gear, his reunion with Gene Simmons and the genesis of his new album, 'Spaceman.'

Skeletonwitch Guitarists Nate Garnette and Scott Hedrick Talk New Album, 'Devouring Radiant Light'

By Jon Wiederhorn

“It’s definitely the best representation of the entire band that we’ve ever done.” Skeletonwitch discuss how they battled years of turmoil and re-emerged with their brilliant, expansive new album.

The Secrets Behind Pat Travers' Guitar Tone on "Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights)"

By Chris Gill

Learn how Pat Travers got his stellar tone on the legendary live version of "Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights)."

Larkin Poe's Rebecca and Megan Lovell: What's on My Playlist

By Guitar World Staff

What's on Larkin Poe's playlist? Find out here!

Review: Seymour Duncan Fooz Analog Fuzz Synthesizer

By Chris Gill

The Seymour Duncan Fooz Analog Fuzz Synthesizer revives early guitar synth technology while offering the advantage of modern sound quality and reliability.

Tauk Take on Artificial Intelligence on Their New Album, 'Shapeshifter II: Outbreak'

By Richard Bienstock

“Anything’s fair game, really.” Tauk discuss their cosmic, wide-ranging new album, 'Shapeshifter II: Outbreak.'

ZZ Top Legend Billy Gibbons Breaks Down New Solo Album, 'The Big Bad Blues'

By Richard Bienstock

Even at 68, Billy Gibbons is still moving fast. Here, the ZZ Top legend discusses how he returned to his roots for his terrific new solo album.

Review: Vox Mini Superbeetle Guitar Amp

By Paul Riario

The Vox Mini Superbeetle combines classic looks with sweet jangly tone in a miniature amp stack that will sit well onstage — or anywhere.

Coheed and Cambria's Claudio Sanchez and Travis Stever Talk New Album, 'Vaxis - Act I: The Unheavenly Creatures'

By Richard Bienstock

“The sonic journey it goes through, we touch on everything.” In a new GW interview, Coheed and Cambria open up about their epic new album.

Review: Boss Katana-Air Guitar Amp

By Chris Gill

Offering guitarists the utmost in playing freedom, the wireless, compact Boss Katana-Air is truly liberating from a tone creation, practice, recording and performance perspective.