“Things had to change for everyone involved”: Arch Enemy part ways with Jeff Loomis and announce his replacement By Phil Weller published 2 January 24 The Nevermore guitarist has stepped down after nine years
“It’s a seriously metal-looking guitar”: Jackson has updated Jeff Loomis’ iconic signature Kelly guitar “for today’s player” – and introduced one key new component By Matt Owen published 8 November 23 The HT6 version follows in the footsteps of Loomis' tried-and-trusted Kelly axe – but a new spec has been thrown into the mix
Jeff Loomis is one of metal’s most technically audacious players – and learning his techniques can really up your shred game By Charlie Griffiths published 10 August 23 Improve your alternate picking, arpeggios and tapping skills with these 5 lessons in the style of the Arch Enemy virtuoso
John Petrucci’s 2023 Guitar Universe camp will feature Tosin Abasi, Lari Basilio, Tim Henson, Scott LePage, Jeff Loomis and more By Jackson Maxwell published 16 December 22 Zakk Wylde, Fredrik Åkesson, Plini, Jason Richardson, Rena Petrucci and more will also serve as guest instructors at the camp, which is set to take place next summer in Florida
Lost Symphony’s Benny Goodman and Nuno Bettencourt on the making of an all-star guitar hero album By Amit Sharma published 29 March 22 With Bettencourt, Marty Friedman, Alex Skolnick and Cradle of Filth’s Richard Shaw onboard, Goodman went to town on one of the most cinematic and trippy guitar albums in recent years
How Jeff Loomis channeled charred earth to design his new Jackson signature 7-string – and why he's afraid of learning theory By Amit Sharma published 15 March 22 The Arch Enemy shredder on creating the “most metal” guitar possible, his creative relationship with co-guitarist Michael Amott and the trio of new records he's currently working on
Jackson and Jeff Loomis team up once more for seven-string signature, the Pro Series Soloist SL7 By Matt Parker published 9 March 22 The Nevermore and Arch Enemy veteran unveils a none-more-black road warrior
Arch Enemy take death metal back to the '80s with galloping, lead-heavy new track, House of Mirrors By Sam Roche published 10 December 21 The song follows October's Deceiver, Deceiver, and once again sees guitar duo Michael Amott and Jeff Loomis trade their most head-spinning leads
Arch Enemy debut Deceiver, Deceiver, their first original music in four years By Sam Roche published 22 October 21 The Swedish death-metallers' new standalone single sees Jeff Loomis and Michael Amott trade soaring electric guitar leads, with two-handed tapping and whammy bar dives aplenty
Jeff Loomis partners with Joey Sturgis Tones and producer Jens Bogren for signature Toneforge plugin By Sam Roche published 8 January 21 New offering boasts three amps, a range of virtual cabs and effects, and the ability to upload your own IRs
7 of the greatest 7-string guitar songs By Peter Hodgson published 26 May 20 Believe it or not, the 7-string has been around since long before djent rose to popularity... Here are some of the best songs that utilize this genre-pushing instrument
Jackson Welcomes Jeff Loomis to Its Artist Roster By Richard Bienstock published 10 December 18 Arch Enemy guitarist is collaborating with the company on a signature model.
Listen to a New Jason Becker Song, "Valley of Fire," Featuring Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert and More By Richard Bienstock published 10 October 18 Becker's new album, 'Triumphant Hearts,' is out December 7.
15 of the World's Greatest Seven- and Eight-String Guitarists By Damian Fanelli, Alan Di Perna and Peter Hodgson published 26 September 18 15 names that are a testament to the myriad ways in which the seven- and eight-string guitar has evolved over the years.`
Arch Enemy Premiere "The Race" Music Video By Guitar World Staff published 17 October 17 Arch Enemy—featuring guitarists Michael Amott and Jeff Loomis—have premiered a new music video for their song, "The Race."
Arch Enemy's Michael Amott and Jeff Loomis Talk New Album, 'Will to Power' By Jon Wiederhorn published 4 October 17 Well, there’s a first time for everything, right?
Jeff Loomis Plays Jason Becker's "Perpetual Burn" — Video By Guitar World Staff published 16 April 15
Review: Schecter Guitars Jeff Loomis JL-7 — Video By Chris Gill, Video by Paul Riario published 2 March 15
Dear Guitar Hero: Submit Questions for Jeff Loomis! By Guitar World Staff published 6 January 15 From his solo shredding skills to his time in Nevermore and his most recent joining of Arch Enemy...nothing's off limits!