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Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Jimi Hendrix, Prince

The 47 greatest live guitar moments: the most iconic, infamous and explosive onstage antics in six-string history

By Amit Sharma, Guitar World Staff

From legendary solos to infamous and (literally) incendiary performances, we’ve tracked down the best live moments in the history of guitar

Brittany Howard of Alabama Shakes performs on stage during Day 2 of Cruilla Festival at Parc del Forum on July 9, 2016 in Barcelona, Spain.

Brittany Howard: “Sister Rosetta Tharpe created rock and roll as we know it”

By Richard Bienstock

The Alabama Shakes leader and solo artist talks Tharpe’s significance and her unpredictable jams with Prince

Before Hendrix, Elvis and Chuck Berry, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe

By Jonathan Graham

Tharpe's remarkable musical legacy is undoubted by those who know of her impact on modern music

Riffs in the Key of Sister Rosetta Tharpe

By Damian Fanelli and Jonathan Graham

Learn some of the licks Sister Rosetta used and how to apply them into a traditional gospel chord progression and beyond.

Ten Memorable Guitar Moments by Female Players

By Laura B. Whitmore

Yes, they're killer guitar players. Yes, they're all women. Check out these fantastic moments in guitar history...

Bon Jovi, Dire Straits, Moody Blues Lead Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2018 Inductees

By Jackson Maxwell

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Judas Priest, Radiohead, Moody Blues, Bon Jovi Lead Nominees

By Guitar World Staff

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced its nominations for its Class of 2018.

Exposed: 10 Female Guitarists You Should Know, Part 2

By Laura B. Whitmore, Anna Blumenthal