Charvel launches new Jake E Lee signature model and Pro-Mod DK24s

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Charvel has introduced three new models of its 2022 lineup, including a new signature model for Jake E Lee and two new Pro-Mod DK24 models. READ MORE: Electromatics and Streamliners: Gretsch’s full 2022 lineup Jake E Lee Signature Pro-Mod So-Cal Style 1 Jake E Lee made his mark in the … Continue reading Charvel launches new Jake E Lee signature model and Pro-Mod DK24s

Bonnie Raitt says Prince sampled her slide guitar slide for his hit Cream

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Bonnie Raitt has revealed that Prince sampled her slide guitar sound in his chart topping hit Cream. READ MORE: Jack White talks about the guitar advice he once received from Prince in a recent interview In an interview with Apple Music’s Zane Low, the guitarist noted “I just showed him … Continue reading Bonnie Raitt says Prince sampled her slide guitar slide for his hit Cream

Randy Rhoads “rivalry” with Eddie Van Halen discussed in clip from upcoming documentary

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar A teaser clip from the upcoming Randy Rhoads documentary has been released, and it discusses the “rivalry” between Rhoads and Eddie Van Halen. READ MORE: Is an Eddie Van Halen tribute tour in the works? Jason Newsted, Joe Satriani and David Lee Roth comment on rumours The footage comes from … Continue reading Randy Rhoads “rivalry” with Eddie Van Halen discussed in clip from upcoming documentary

Noel Gallagher says “loads of middle class bands” just “wear guitars” instead of playing them

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Noel Gallagher has said that “loads of middle-class” bands merely wear guitars instead of playing them while lamenting rising costs preventing working-class kids from being able to form bands. READ MORE: Oasis’s 10 greatest guitar moments, ranked In UK tabloid The Star‘s Wired column, Gallagher said, “There’s lots of singer-songwriters, loads … Continue reading Noel Gallagher says “loads of middle class bands” just “wear guitars” instead of playing them

EarthQuaker Devices Special Cranker review: Your new favourite tone-sweetening crunch machine?

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar We’re not big fans of limited editions – if it’s that good, why not let everyone have a go? Luckily, EarthQuaker Devices seems to have come round to that way of thinking with the Special Cranker. READ MORE: The Big Review: Fender Player Plus Meteora HH – A versatile guitar … Continue reading EarthQuaker Devices Special Cranker review: Your new favourite tone-sweetening crunch machine?

The Collection: Shai Ashkenazi of Imperial Vintage Guitars

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Back in 2019, we listed Imperial Vintage as a must-visit location in our guitar-shopping guide to Los Angeles. With stores in Burbank, Sherman Oaks and Orange County, a comprehensive online inventory and a client base rich in celebrities, collectors and professional musicians, owner Shai Ashkenazi has carved out a considerable … Continue reading The Collection: Shai Ashkenazi of Imperial Vintage Guitars

David Crosby praises Elon Musk: “I like him for taking us into space. I like him even more for seeing that as our future”

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar David Crosby has poured praise on Elon Musk, proclaiming his decision to “continue having fun” on Twitter following Musk’s buyout of the platform. READ MORE: Gene Simmons voices support for man who married hologram bride: “It doesn’t matter if you understand this relationship. It only matters if this Otaku… “I … Continue reading David Crosby praises Elon Musk: “I like him for taking us into space. I like him even more for seeing that as our future”

Metallica’s latest Rye The Lightning whiskey is created using sonic vibrations from their concert

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Metallica have unveiled the latest addition to their Blackened American Whiskey line, dubbed Rye The Lightning. READ MORE: Jason Newsted calls Metallica’s Enter Sandman “Kinda corny, honestly” The limited-edition liquor’s name plays off the band’s acclaimed 1984 album Ride The Lightning, and was crafted using sonic vibrations from the band’s music. … Continue reading Metallica’s latest Rye The Lightning whiskey is created using sonic vibrations from their concert

Gene Simmons voices support for man who married hologram bride: “It doesn’t matter if you understand this relationship. It only matters if this Otaku man is happy”

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar 72-year-old KISS bassist Gene Simmons recently revealed his thoughts on marriage… between a man and his fictional hologram wife. READ MORE: Gene Simmons Urges Ace Frehley to rejoin KISS during their farewell tour The marriage between Akihiko Kondo, a 38-year-old Japanese man, and Hatsune Miku, a turquoise-haired female pop singer made … Continue reading Gene Simmons voices support for man who married hologram bride: “It doesn’t matter if you understand this relationship. It only matters if this Otaku man is happy”