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Bruce Watson on Big Country's Guitar Legacy
Bruce Watson explains how Big Country's guitar mistakes created timeless music.
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John Mayer plays Eddie Van Halen guitar at Soundstage of Hope
John Mayer performs Eddie Van Halen's signature guitar at Soundstage of Hope benefit concert.
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Guitar World Gear Roundup
Joe Bonamassa's digital Twin amp wins over skeptical guitarist in Fender's new release.
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Stanley Jordan's Metal Album with James Hetfield
Stanley Jordan uses James Hetfield's ESP Iron Cross guitar to create a metal album with tandem guitar technique.
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Wylde Audio Launches First Acoustic Guitars
Zakk Wylde's new acoustic guitars debut after 10 years of electric gear.
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Mooer Multi-Effects Deal
Prime Day deal offers Mooer GE150 pedals for under $200.
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Prince Headhunted Andy McKee for Stage Show
Prince recruited Andy McKee to open his Australia tour with a 50ft cape and explosions, but McKee preferred playing Purple Rain instead.
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Sass Jordan dies at 63
Canadian rock singer Sass Jordan, who gave Taylor Hawkins his big break and toured with Van Halen, dies aged 63.
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Guitar World editors name gear trends they dislike
Guitar World editors share gear trends they never understand.
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Steve Hackett and Steve Rothery on The Roaring Waves
Steve Hackett and Steve Rothery reveal how they created their new joint album The Roaring Waves after decades of musical collaboration.
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She Rocks Awards 2027 Honorees
Lari Basilio joins Kiki Wong and others as She Rocks Awards 2027 honorees.
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Positive Grid Sparktober Sale
Positive Grid drops Spark Neo Core to $99 during Sparktober sale.
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Dumble Amps Return After Trademark Renewal
Dumble's Overdrive Special amp, beloved by John Mayer and Joe Bonamassa, is now available for order after trademark renewal.
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Eastman SC Classic Guitar Review
Eastman SC Classic guitar offers vintage tone with modern playability.
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Guitar World Editors' Picks September 2026
Guitar World editors spotlight nine standout tracks from September 2026.
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Mick Mars Recorded While Unconscious
Mick Mars recorded guitar parts while unconscious after falling drunk.
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Alex Skolnick shares legato secrets with Allan Holdsworth influence
Alex Skolnick reveals legato techniques inspired by Allan Holdsworth.
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John Mayer's Sphere Residency Announced
John Mayer returns to Las Vegas Sphere for 2027 with three distinct sets and his blues-rock trio.
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Laurence Juber's Bass Lesson from Paul McCartney
Laurence Juber recalls his 1979 session with Paul McCartney's Wings, where he got a bass lesson from the Beatle.
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Charlie Starr on guitar choice for song
Charlie Starr explains how a song's riff dictates the perfect guitar pickup for its sound
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ThorpyFX Kudu: Amp Improver Pedal
ThorpyFX Kudu pedal boosts guitar tone without overpowering your amp.
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Strymon Flint V2: The reverb and tremolo pedal to beat
The updated version of the world's most popular reverb-tremolo combo pedal adds MIDI and stereo input while keeping the legendary sound.
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Angus Young: Malcolm was better than Eddie Van Halen
In 1986, Angus Young declared his brother Malcolm a superior guitarist to Eddie Van Halen, dismissing technical shredding as mere finger exercises.
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