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From left, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, and Yngvie Malmsteen perform, Chicago, Illinois, October 24, 2003

Joe Satriani on the unique challenges of having Yngwie Malmsteen on the G3 tour

By Phil Weller published

Satch has no notes for the Swedish maestro’s playing, but found other aspects of his performances a little distracting during their G3 time together

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Derek Trucks and Buddy Guy

Derek Trucks recalls playing with the greats from an early age

By Phil Weller published

Sharing the stage with his heroes taught Trucks a wealth of valuable lessons – and also showed him the difference between mediocre players and the greats

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From left, Kiki Wong, Billy Corgan and Jack Bates of The Smashing Pumpkins perform at Fenway Park

Kiki Wong on how playing with Smashing Pumpkins has made her a better guitar player

By Phil Weller published

From bedroom riffing with a Line 6 Spider to playing through tube amps in stadiums, Wong says her time in the band has opened her eyes to a whole new world of tone

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Kerry King lit up in red with his signature Dean Overlord

Kerry King picks out the hardest Slayer song to play – and the greatest showcase of Jeff Hanneman’s talents

By Phil Weller published

The thrash legend discussed the genius of the late Hanneman in a new fan-led Q&A

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Muddy Waters

Muddy Waters' former Chicago home to be turned into community center and blues museum

By Sam Roche published

The Muddy Waters MOJO Museum will also include a small venue, recording studio, and community garden

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