Latest about guitar solos
How Eric Bell wrote one of Thin Lizzy’s most iconic guitar solos
Originally an Irish traditional song, Whiskey in the Jar found new life in Thin Lizzy's – and, eventually, Metallica's – respective repertoires
Why Rick Beato stopped playing solos – and why it was good for his playing
Beato’s approach to soloing was revolutionized by his break as he came back with a clean slate
The playing advice Joe Bonamassa got from Leslie West – and why it’s finally paying off
Three decades later, Bonamassa is taking West’s pointers on board – and they’re making a difference
Justin Hawkins on why he’s not convinced by alternate tunings
Hawkins believes that E standard offers plenty of opportunity for expression
Pete Townshend passes the torch to the next generation as he lends his guitar chops to emerging Dutch guitarist's latest record
Seems like the kids are alright after all
Dave Mustaine says nu-metal guitarists aversion to solos was down to a lack of lead talent – not stylistic choice
He believes nu-metal players had limited abilities, but could the movement’s shred-friendly second coming change his mind?
Steven Wilson on why guitarists need to switch up their tones to prevent their solos sounding stale
Alongside guitarist Randy McStine, the musical polymath took a tone-first approach to composing – and playing – solos on his new album, The Overview
Peter Frampton called Grace Bowers his favorite new guitarist. Now they’ve collaborated on a Beatles classic with Trey Anastasio
The three guitarists delivered a masterclass in soloing on this 10-minute-plus rendition
