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Rik Emmett and Phil X pose with Gibson guitars
Phil X on taking to the stage with Canadian rock heroes Triumph – and how he’s switching up his Bon Jovi rig

By Andrew Daly Published

Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X – the guitar star of Triumph’s final studio album – won’t be holding anything back when he joins Rik Emmett 

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Rik Emmett of the band Triumph performs at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre on May 30, 2026 in Sterling Heights, Michigan
How Rik Emmett tackled the Triumph reunion tour, with added Phil X

By Andrew Daly Published

Speaking ahead of their dates earlier this year, Emmett discussed how the group had defied the odds – and his own statements to the contrary – to reunite and hit the road

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Rik Emmett: “If I wrote a pop tune, the guys wanted to make it heavy. I’d put more power chords in and Townshend it up. For a while, it worked”

By Joe Bosso Published

The former Triumph guitarist looks back on the Canadian rock phenomenon, addresses those Rush comparisons, and reveals how they kept the Rock & Roll Machine running – until it ground to a halt

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Hear Rik Emmett's New Song, "Human Race," Featuring Rush's Alex Lifeson

By Damian Fanelli Published

Today, GuitarWorld.com presents the exclusive premiere of“Human Race,” a gallopingnew song by longtime Triumph guitaristRik Emmett and his band, RESolution9.

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Rik Emmett Announces New Album, 'RES 9'

By Jackson Maxwell Published

Rik Emmett and RESolution 9 have announced a new album, entitled RES 9.

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Rik Emmett of Triumph: "Writing is the Core Value of What You Do As a Guitar Player"

By By Joe Matera Published

The Triumph guitarist talks to Guitar World about his early days and gives some advice for beginning players.

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