Richie Faulkner in a “stable” condition after undergoing major emergency heart surgery By Matt Owen published 29 September 21 Judas Priest postponed the remainder of their US tour after Faulkner was hospitalized following major medical heart condition issues
Judas Priest postpone remainder of US tour as guitarist Richie Faulkner is hospitalized for “major medical heart condition issues” By Sam Roche published 28 September 21 The band's 50 Heavy Metal Years Tour was scheduled to run until November 5
Richie Faulkner: “When I joined Judas Priest, my influences were – and still are – on my sleeve. But it soon became about finding my own voice” By Greg Prato published 8 September 21 The Judas Priest guitarist on the metal legends' first post-pandemic performances, the status of their next studio album, and his forthcoming Gibson Flying V signature model
Richie Faulkner “sets the record straight” on his new Gibson signature Flying V By Sam Roche published 18 February 21 “These are the most metal-sounding guitars I've ever heard. So watch this space,” the Judas Priest guitarist teases
New Gibson Richie Faulkner Flying V prototype teased By Sam Roche published 15 February 21 No official specs have been released yet, but you can catch a glimpse of the guitar in Cesar Gueikian's latest Instagram post
Damon Johnson and Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner team up for A Tribute to Thin Lizzy live event By Richard Bienstock published 11 September 20 Johnson will also premiere new solo music during the show
Judas Priest’s Richie Faulkner claims someone tried to copyright one of his original riffs By Richard Bienstock published 2 July 20 “It's things like that that ruin it for everyone,” the guitarist says in riff challenge screed
Phil X teaches Bon Jovi classics including Wanted Dead or Alive and Bad Medicine in debut episode of Gibson’s Riff Lords By Richard Bienstock published 1 June 20 Judas Priest’s Richie Faulkner also sits down to demonstrate how to play Hell Bent for Leather, Electric Eye and more
Watch members of Judas Priest, Halestorm, Alice in Chains and more absolutely nail Thin Lizzy’s Bad Reputation By Richard Bienstock published 22 May 20 Former Machine Head guitarist Phil Demmel assembled the group for his Collab-A-Jam #1
Watch Richie Faulkner Talk Gibson “Original Collection” Flying V, Jam Judas Priest Riffs By Richard Bienstock published 24 July 19 “It’s unique and I think it’s a sign of innovation,” he says of the design.
Watch Judas Priest Play "Rapid Fire" Live in the Studio By Guitar World Staff published 28 March 19 A great opportunity to see the metal legends up-close-and-personal.
Discovering Phrasing Alternatives Via Melodic Sequences By Richie Faulkner published 8 February 19 When applied properly, "go-to" shapes can serve as a tool box when developing solos or song riffs.
More Methods for Constructing Powerful, Expressive Solos By Richie Faulkner published 9 January 19 Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner teaches you how to develop powerful solos that contain your own melodic touch.
How to Build a Creative, Emotive Guitar Solo By Richie Faulkner published 4 December 18 In his latest GW lesson, Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner teaches you how to draw the listener in and to tell a story with your solos.
Judas Priest Announce New North American 'Firepower' Tour Dates By Richard Bienstock published 3 December 18 The band will head out on the road with Uriah Heep beginning in May.
Get Experienced: Studying the Playing of the Great Jimi Hendrix By Richie Faulkner published 8 November 18 In his latest lesson, Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner analyzes the guitar work of the great Jimi Hendrix.
Learning to Speak Musically with Your Own Unique Accent By Richie Faulkner published 5 October 18 Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner teaches you how to interpret the musical language of your heroes, and utilize it in your own unique way.
Zeroing-in on Your Own Signature Sound By Richie Faulkner published 11 September 18 Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner demonstrates how to create solos that feel and sound new and exciting.
Judas Priest Bassist Discusses Whether ‘Firepower’ Will Be the Band’s Last Album By Richard Bienstock published 23 August 18 Singer Rob Halford also revealed plans for a 50th anniversary celebration.
Your Heroes and Your Own Sound By Richie Faulkner published 21 August 18 Learn how to use others' guitar styles in your playing while still creating something unique from our newest columnist, Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner!