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22 guitar heroes who shaped the sound of '80s indie and alternative rock

By Andrew Daly last updated

The '80s proved to be a pivotal and eclectic time for the electric guitar – one defined by its role in coaxing new sounds from the instrument. From The Smiths and The Cure to Pixies and R.E.M., here are some of the era’s biggest guitar stars

Joey Santiago (left) and Black Francis perform on stage with Pixies in Hyde Park on July 8, 2022 in London

Hear the Pixies reference Van Halen (yes, really) on snappy new single, Dregs of the Wine

By Jackson Maxwell published

The spirited tune is the first Pixies song to ever feature a writing credit for longtime lead guitarist Joey Santiago

Joey Santiago

Joey Santiago: “The non-traditional sounds I get are just the way I attack the guitar. When we play Vamos, I’ll hit my amps, bite my strings – I just go bananas”

By Henry Yates published

The Pixies guitarist reflects on a career that shaped the direction of alt-rock, and a playing style inspired by the most primitive tools in the toolbox

Dear Guitar Hero: Pixies' Joey Santiago discusses his influences, making fun of guitar solos and why he gets "lost" on an SG

By Richard Bienstock published

The hugely influential guitarist also reveals why he's always been a Les Paul guy

The Pixies will release their new album, 'Beneath the Eyrie,' in mid September.

Submit Your Questions for Pixies Guitarist Joey Santiago!

By Damian Fanelli published

Round up your best and brightest questions and send them our way, people.