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David Gilmour's "Comfortably Numb" Arpeggios
By Damian Fanelli published
Examine how Gilmour uses arpeggios in relation to the root notes of the chord progression—and how he moves from position to position.

Five Essential Blues Licks from Jimi Hendrix, T-Bone Walker, Elmore James, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Johnny Winter
By Guitar World Staff published
Regardless of what style music you play, it will do your ears and your chops good to go through each of these licks.

Cacophony Guitar Duel: Jason Becker and Marty Friedman Shoot It Out in Japan
By Damian Fanelli published
An all-too-brief guitar shoot-out featuring Cacophony guitarists Jason Becker and Marty Friedman.

Steve Vai Left Speechless After Dueling with a Brazilian Fan
By Damian Fanelli published
A fun, spontaneous moment shared by two super-talented guitarists.

Joe Satriani Lesson: Go "Pick Surfing" with Satch!
By Guitar World Staff published
You might recognize this lick from "Surfing with the Alien." Give it a try!

Keith Richards' Guitar Tech Reveals Keef's Studio Rig
By Alan di Perna published
Keith Richards owns nearly a thousand guitars, so which does he typically use in the studio? Find out here.

The Most Electrifying Riffs of Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page
By Tom Kolb published
Truly a guitar god, Jimmy Page is one of the most captivating soloists the rock world has ever known.

Before Hendrix, Elvis and Chuck Berry, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe
By Jonathan Graham published
Tharpe's remarkable musical legacy is undoubted by those who know of her impact on modern music
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