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U2 in costumes designed by Walter Van Beirendonck, The Edge, Werchter Festival Grounds, Werchter, Belgium, 25 July 1997
The Edge has never been impressed by players who try to imitate his sound

By Phil Weller Published

From the Archive The U2 guitar icon discussed the value of developing your own voice during a 1996 interview

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Chrissie Hynde and Robbie McIntosh playing in the Pretenders
Robbie McIntosh on his trial by fire when he replaced the late James Honeyman-Scott

By Phil Weller Published

The guitarist had huge shoes to fill, and the press weren’t exactly on his side

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Matteo Mancuso and Steve Vai comp
Matteo Mancuso reveals the advice his hero gave him

By Phil Weller Published

The two virtuosos trade licks on Mancuso’s new song, Solar Wind

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Eddie Van Halen and David Lee Roth
David Lee Roth fights tears as he recalls his partnership with Eddie Van Halen

By Phil Weller Published

The singer spoke of the touching “full circle” moment that bookmarked their final chapter together

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Tailgunner [L-R]: Bones, Rhea Thompson, Craig Cairns, Zach Salvini and Eddie Mariotti
Rhea Thompson sets the record straight on her Tailgunner departure

By Phil Weller Published

Thompson has confirmed she’s left the fast-rising, K.K. Downing-backed metal revivalists

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Ritchie Blackmore
Ritchie Blackmore issues health update – and explains how he’ll get back to live gigs

By Phil Weller Published

The guitarist was forced to scrap touring plans last year, and ongoing health issues are forcing him to reconsider how and when he’ll return to the stage

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Adam Hall Flipjack
The Flipjack is a cable that can go from straight to angled in an instant

By Phil Weller Published

It’s designed to be a lifesaver for mid-gig guitar swaps

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Flemming C. Lund and Michael Poulsen of Volbeat perform on stage at Palacio Vistalegre on October 31, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Volbeat confirm new lead guitarist nearly three years after Rob Caggiano’s departure

By Phil Weller Published

The guitarist’s stand-in replacement has got the gig full-time after several tours and recording contributions

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Alissa White-Gluz
As Arch Enemy announce their new singer, Alissa White-Gluz has revealed her new guitarists – and the lineup has already impressed some heavy-hitters

By Phil Weller Published

Nita Strauss and Kiko Loureiro are among the players showing their support for the potentially fiery new guitar partnership

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Dave Mustaine from Megadeth performs on stage at the Tons of Rock festival on June 28, 2025 in Oslo, Norway.
Dave Mustaine says his hand problems are forcing him to end Megadeth

By Phil Weller Published

His worsening condition means his playing days are numbered

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