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AC/DC to play first live show in seven years after Power Trip Festival announcement
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar AC/DC have announced that they will be playing live for the first time since 2016, after the final line up for Power Trip Festival was confirmed this morning. READ MORE: Guns N’ Roses to release limited-edition ‘London 1991’ CD Despite the band releasing a new album, Power Up, in 2020, … Continue reading AC/DC to play first live show in seven years after Power Trip Festival announcement
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Actor Owen Wilson reveals how he had his Rolling Stones lifetime pass revoked
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Actor Owen Wilson has revealed how he had his Rolling Stones lifetime pass revoked, after he tested the limits of what “all access” means. READ MORE: Ace Frehley threatens “dirt” on Paul Stanley if he doesn’t apologise for ‘Piss’ comment During an appearance on the James Corden Late Late Show, … Continue reading Actor Owen Wilson reveals how he had his Rolling Stones lifetime pass revoked
Drum Expert Joins Scan Pro Audio & Heads To The UK Drum Show
Drummer’s Review With over 25 years’ experience in the drum industry under his belt, Mel Stewart has seen it all – lengthy studio sessions recording albums, extensive time on the road touring the world, managing a retail drum store, working within drum manufacturing for a global brand as part of the sales and artist relations … Continue reading Drum Expert Joins Scan Pro Audio & Heads To The UK Drum Show
Millenium Announce MPS-1000 New Finishes
Drummer’s Review Millenium drums standard configuration in Grey Line Finish is now extended with two new finishes. Plain White and Natural. The two new finishes also come in all-new configurations consisting of a 20″ bass drum, 10″ rack tom, and 14″ and 16″ floor toms. Two crash cymbals, a ride cymbal, a hi-hat, and stands … Continue reading Millenium Announce MPS-1000 New Finishes
Ace Frehley threatens “dirt” on Paul Stanley if he doesn’t apologise for ‘Piss’ comment
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar The world might soon be on the receiving end of some Paul Stanley “dirt” courtesy of former KISS guitarist Ash Frehley if the frontman doesn’t issue an apology for his recent ‘Piss’ comments on the Howard Stern show. READ MORE: Billy Corgan says despite Smashing Pumpkins’ success, “it was just constant … Continue reading Ace Frehley threatens “dirt” on Paul Stanley if he doesn’t apologise for ‘Piss’ comment
Guns N’ Roses to release limited-edition ‘London 1991’ CD
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Guns N’ Roses will be releasing an album containing never-before-heard, newly mixed songs from their iconic 31 August 1991 show at London’s Wembley Stadium. READ MORE: Phoebe Bridgers on internet bullying: “People who claim to like my music, fucking bullied me at the airport on the way to my father’s funeral … Continue reading Guns N’ Roses to release limited-edition ‘London 1991’ CD
Kirk Hammett is bored of playing the Master of Puppets solo
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Kirk Hammett has admitted that playing the Metallica solo Master of Puppets is making him “freaking bored”, and is instead wanting to approach playing new stuff in upcoming shows. READ MORE: Phoebe Bridgers on internet bullying: “People who claim to like my music, fucking bullied me at the airport on … Continue reading Kirk Hammett is bored of playing the Master of Puppets solo
Slash and Billy Gibbons to lead star-studded Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute at CMT Awards
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Slash and ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons will be headlining a tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd at the 2023 CMT Music Awards. READ MORE: Jackson’s revamped Scott Ian signature guitar pays homage to the late Dimebag Darrell Joined by Bad Company’s Paul Rodgers, country singer Cody Johnson, guitarist Warren Haynes and more, the … Continue reading Slash and Billy Gibbons to lead star-studded Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute at CMT Awards
Michael Anthony opens up about Van Halen’s “strange” Gary Cherone era
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony has opened up about the band’s Gary Cherone era, a time he describes as, for the lack of a better word, “strange”. READ MORE: Robert Smith criticises Ticketmaster’s “overpriced” face value tickets Anthony was speaking on Eddie Trunk’s Trunk Nation show when he reflected on … Continue reading Michael Anthony opens up about Van Halen’s “strange” Gary Cherone era
Harley Benton dazzles with affordable all-gold guitar and bass models in special 25th anniversary release
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Harley Benton is celebrating its 25th Anniversary with the release of eight dazzling all-gold special edition guitar and bass models that will not break the bank. READ MORE: Jackson’s revamped Scott Ian signature guitar pays homage to the late Dimebag Darrell The drop, featuring two basses and six electrics, sees the … Continue reading Harley Benton dazzles with affordable all-gold guitar and bass models in special 25th anniversary release
“I did not care that it was a copy of a Gibson” James Hetfield on the guitar that ‘changed the course of his history’
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Metallica frontman James Hetfield has opened up about the guitar that “changed the course of [his] history” in a new book detailing some of his most treasured gear. READ MORE: Fender CEO hints at cheaper “entry level” Acoustasonic guitars to come Among the tales from Messengers: The Guitars Of James Hetfield … Continue reading “I did not care that it was a copy of a Gibson” James Hetfield on the guitar that ‘changed the course of his history’
Bekka Bramlet on ‘replacing’ Stevie Nicks in Fleetwood Mac: “I knew my job was to get Stevie back”
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Bekka Bramlet has reflected on her time as singer Stevie Nicks’ ‘replacement’ in Fleetwood Mac, saying she was always aware her job “was to get Stevie back”. READ MORE: Robert Smith criticises Ticketmaster’s “overpriced” face value tickets “I got a phone call from [founder and drummer Mick Fleetwood],” Bramlett told Rolling … Continue reading Bekka Bramlet on ‘replacing’ Stevie Nicks in Fleetwood Mac: “I knew my job was to get Stevie back”
Latest News Items:
- AC/DC to play first live show in seven years after Power Trip Festival announcement
- Actor Owen Wilson reveals how he had his Rolling Stones lifetime pass revoked
- Drum Expert Joins Scan Pro Audio & Heads To The UK Drum Show
- Millenium Announce MPS-1000 New Finishes
- Ace Frehley threatens “dirt” on Paul Stanley if he doesn’t apologise for ‘Piss’ comment
- Guns N’ Roses to release limited-edition ‘London 1991’ CD
- Kirk Hammett is bored of playing the Master of Puppets solo
- Slash and Billy Gibbons to lead star-studded Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute at CMT Awards
- Michael Anthony opens up about Van Halen’s “strange” Gary Cherone era
- Harley Benton dazzles with affordable all-gold guitar and bass models in special 25th anniversary release
- “I did not care that it was a copy of a Gibson” James Hetfield on the guitar that ‘changed the course of his history’
- Bekka Bramlet on ‘replacing’ Stevie Nicks in Fleetwood Mac: “I knew my job was to get Stevie back”
- Beetronics Seabee Harmochorus review: Analogue chorus with digital control brings multi-modulation carnage
- SolidGoldFX launches the BETA-V, a bass preamp and overdrive effects pedal
- Dive Into Deep Bass With Solid State Logic
- John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With Omar Hakim
- Robert Smith criticises Ticketmaster’s “overpriced” face value tickets
- Phoebe Bridgers on internet bullying: “People who claim to like my music, fucking bullied me at the airport on the way to my father’s funeral this year”
- Ozzy Osbourne will perform at this year’s “Power Trip” festival
- Jackson’s revamped Scott Ian signature guitar pays homage to the late Dimebag Darrell
- Marshall Amplification is being acquired by Zound, maker of Marshall-licensed Bluetooth speakers
- Billy Corgan says despite Smashing Pumpkins’ success, “it was just constant criticism”
- Cause & Effects: Why it’s essential for guitarists to have DIY skills
- “We’re set in our ways, but this record got us out of it” Mudhoney on breaking the mould eleven albums in
- Fender CEO hints at cheaper “entry level” Acoustasonic guitars to come
- Dee Snider says “Hell yeah” to use of We’re Not Gonna Take It in anti-assault weapons campaign
- Jimmy Page shares Led Zeppelin’s early demo of The Rain Song
- Ed Sheeran sees no point in music critics: “Make up your own mind”
- Steve Smith and Vital Information Announce New Double Album, 40th Anniversary Tour Dates
- Watch: Cherie Currie performs The Runaways hit Cherry Bomb in London
- Boygenius speak out against anti-LGBTQ hate: “The government actively trying to kill the coolest people is something I think about every day”
- Metallica, Ozzy Osboure, Tool, and more tease video for mysterious new festival
- Tom Morello on the band’s halted tour: “Rage Against the Machine is like the ring in Lord of the Rings”
- GEWA music releases GEWA G3 Club 5 SE Shell Kit
- The Genius Of… Until Your Heart Stops by Cave In
- Phoebe Bridgers on Boygenius: “I have this certain reticence at looking under the hood of this band”
- Gibson launches the Custom Shop Kirk Hammett “Greeny” Les Paul for $19,999
- Listen to previously unheard Linkin Park track Healing Foot
- J. Rockett Audio unveils the Archer Select pedal, with limited edition KTR Red version on Reverb
- Brian May on Nuno Bettencourt’s guitar playing: “It’s so beautiful and it’s way out of what I could ever do”
- Ola Englund gives his take on the Billie Joe Armstrong Signature Les Paul Jr, compares it to a “toy guitar”
- Joe Bonamassa praises one “green box” that has been essential to his pedal board
- Jason Isbell on the strain of making his new HBO documentary: “It was a painful process”
- Fender announces 2023 class of Fender Next artists including Samm Henshaw, Momma and more
- Martin’s new 2023 guitars includes two historically-inspired models
- Meet Chappaqua Wrestling, the genre-hopping indie band leaping into the unknown
- Metallica are thrash again in teaser for new 72 Seasons single
- Eric Clapton to hit North American roads with Jimmy Vaughan in 2023
- Walrus Audio rumoured to be working on ‘Fundamental’ pedal series
- U2’s The Edge hopes they can be “the vanguard” of the guitar resurgence
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