Ozzy Osbourne is “so happy that Randy's genius is finally being recognized” by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame By Richard Bienstock published 14 May 21 The legendary guitarist will receive the Musical Excellence Award at this year’s ceremony
Randy Rhoads to receive Musical Excellence Award at 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony By Richard Bienstock published 12 May 21 Other inductees this year include the Foo Fighters, the Go-Go’s, Tina Turner, Todd Rundgren, Jay-Z and Carole King
New Randy Rhoads book celebrates the life and legacy of the legendary Ozzy Osbourne guitarist By Matt Owen published 11 May 21 The 280-page Ross Halfin tome features an array of unseen images and features, as well as an exclusive introduction and epilogue penned by Osbourne and Tom Morello
Randy Rhoads: "I started tuning up and Ozzy said, 'You've got the gig.' I didn't even get to play!" By John Stix published 28 September 20 The late guitar legend talks learning through teaching and his early days with Ozzy Osbourne in this classic Guitar World interview from 1982
The greatest Guitar World magazine covers of all time… revealed! By Michael Astley-Brown, Jeff Kitts, Damian Fanelli published 23 September 20 #GuitarWorld40: Here’s what you voted the best Guitar World covers ever
Jackson Custom Shop celebrates its 40th anniversary with some truly over-the-top creations By Richard Bienstock published 30 January 20 Twenty-seven-fret Vs, limited edition artist models, multi-scale basses and an outrageous Jackson/Charvel double neck that has to be seen to be believed
Ozzy Osbourne offers $25,000 reward for information about stolen Randy Rhoads guitar gear By Richard Bienstock published 9 December 19 Rhoads' first-ever electric guitar and various amps taken
How to tap like Eddie Van Halen, Randy Rhoads and Reb Beach By Martin Goulding published 27 August 19 Learn some tapping licks in the styles of three of the technique’s most celebrated practitioners
Randy Rhoads-Style Melodic Tapping Exercise Using Common Tones By Richard Rossicone published 18 July 19 Not only will this exercise get your fingers moving, but it will get your brain moving too.
Watch Some Amazing Footage of 22-Year-Old Randy Rhoads Soloing in 1979 By Jonathan Graham published 19 March 19 Some rare footage of a young, pre-Ozzy Randy Rhoads in action.
A Guide to Randy Rhoads' Acoustic Techniques and Riffs By Dale Turner published 19 March 19 Take a look at Randy Rhoads' classically influenced acoustic guitar work.
Randy Rhoads' Scales, Blues Licks and Daring Chromatic Maneuvers By Tom Kolb published 19 March 19 Learn the scales, blues licks and daring chromatic maneuvers of Ozzy's late, great axman.
Adrian Galysh Recalls Extraordinary Story About Randy Rhoads By Richard Bienstock published 27 September 18 The Guitar World instructor experiences a full-circle moment with one of his idols.
Doug Aldrich Master Class: 10 Steps to Monster Chops, Part II By Doug Aldrich and Andy Aledort published 21 September 18 Guitarist extraordinaire Doug Aldrich offers a slew of exciting and inspiring licks and technical exercises to help you become the player you aspire to be.
Hear Randy Rhoads' Isolated Guitar from Ozzy Osbourne's "Flying High Again" By Damian Fanelli published 19 March 18
Ozzy Osbourne Hears Isolated Randy Rhoads “Crazy Train” Solo for First Time in 36 Years By Christopher Scapelliti published 29 December 17 Ozzy Osbourne recently heard the raw, unmixed master tape of his hit song “Crazy Train” for the first time since he recorded it on March 22, 1980.
Unlock the Secrets of the Seven Fundamental Modes Favored by Randy Rhoads By Metal Mike published 6 December 17