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Positive Grid launches huge BIAS FX 2 update
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Positive Grid has unveiled a massive new update for its popular BIAS FX 2 amp modelling software, introducing re-engineered amps, new custom IRs, an overhaul to its widely-touted Guitar Match feature, and even a slick new visual aesthetic. According to the company, ten amps housed within BIAS FX 2 have … Continue reading Positive Grid launches huge BIAS FX 2 update
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Sophie Lloyd puts her new Kiesel signature model through its paces in new single, Lost
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar British guitar sensation Sophie Lloyd has showcased the capabilities of her new Kiesel signature guitar model, the SL6, in the music video for her new single, Lost. READ MORE: Tom Petty’s family sue auctioneers for selling allegedly stolen property The track – which also features fellow YouTube guitarist Cole Rolland … Continue reading Sophie Lloyd puts her new Kiesel signature model through its paces in new single, Lost
Watch Kirk Hammett and Billy Gibbons duet at Jeff Beck tribute concert
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Metallica’s Kirk Hammett and ZZ Top’s Billy F. Gibbons joined forces with actor Johnny Depp to perform a cover of Jeff Beck’s Isolation at a tribute concert for the late guitar legend on 22 May at London’s Royal Albert Hall. READ MORE: Gogol Bordello invites Green Day to perform on … Continue reading Watch Kirk Hammett and Billy Gibbons duet at Jeff Beck tribute concert
German police investigating Roger Waters over Nazi imagery
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Former Pink Floyd singer and bassist Roger Waters is under investigation by German police for wearing a Nazi-like costume during his concert in Berlin on 17 May. READ MORE: Watch The Cure debut new song, Another Happy Birthday, live on tour During the concert Waters sparked controversy by employing Nazi … Continue reading German police investigating Roger Waters over Nazi imagery
Arlo Parks channels Deftones and The Smashing Pumpkins in new single, Devotion
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Arlo Parks, British singer-songwriter and winner of the 2021 Mercury Prize for her debut album Collapsed in Sunbeams, is back with a new single, Devotion. READ MORE: Billy Corgan warns: “AI will change music forever” The last preview of Parks’ upcoming sophomore album My Soft Machine, which is due for … Continue reading Arlo Parks channels Deftones and The Smashing Pumpkins in new single, Devotion
The Big Review: Fender Gold Foil Telecaster – unique-sounding… just not the sound you’re expecting
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Jack White has a lot to answer for. It’s been over 20 years now since the White Stripe (with a fair bit of help from his nemesis Dan Auerbach) made the guitar world realise that Golden Era guitars from brands like Teisco, DeArmond, Kay, Harmony and Airline were not just … Continue reading The Big Review: Fender Gold Foil Telecaster – unique-sounding… just not the sound you’re expecting
Watch The Cure debut new song, Another Happy Birthday, live on tour
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar The Cure have debuted a brand-new song, Another Happy Birthday, live on their ongoing North American tour. READ MORE: Roger Waters faces backlash after referencing Anne Frank at show in Berlin The English rockers played the song for the first time at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on May … Continue reading Watch The Cure debut new song, Another Happy Birthday, live on tour
Gogol Bordello invites Green Day to perform on Ukraine charity single
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Eugene Hütz, frontman of Gogol Bordello, has invited Green Day to perform on a charity single in aid of soldiers defending Ukraine from Russia’s invasion. READ MORE: Tom Petty’s family sue auctioneers for selling allegedly stolen property As well as pop-punk legends Green Day, Hütz has also brought together members … Continue reading Gogol Bordello invites Green Day to perform on Ukraine charity single
New docuseries covering Van Halen’s pivotal 1983-1984 period announced
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar A new documentary series exploring Van Halen’s pivotal 1983-1984 period has been announced. READ MORE: Paul Simon reveals mysterious hearing loss in left ear during new album’s making The series, simply titled Van Halen 1984 Documentary, is a fan-made project conceived by Alan Berry, who previously made the film Steve … Continue reading New docuseries covering Van Halen’s pivotal 1983-1984 period announced
Tom Petty’s family sue auctioneers for selling allegedly stolen property
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar The family of the late Tom Petty are suing an auction house for selling what they claim are stolen items from Petty’s personal archive. READ MORE: James Hetfield visits injured Ukrainian soldiers in hospital Petty’s family are suing auction house RR Auction over a collection of items that includes clothing, … Continue reading Tom Petty’s family sue auctioneers for selling allegedly stolen property
Billy Corgan warns: “AI will change music forever”
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Billy Corgan has shared his views on the impact of artificial intelligence has already had on music, and what else could be coming. READ MORE: Roger Waters faces backlash after referencing Anne Frank at show in Berlin In a recent interview with Zach Sang, Corgan said he believes AI will … Continue reading Billy Corgan warns: “AI will change music forever”
“Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll” Tina Turner passes away aged 83
Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Tina Turner, the legendary singer who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most influential and successful artists of all time, has died at 83 after a long illness. The singer hailed as the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll passed away peacefully on Wednesday in her home in … Continue reading “Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll” Tina Turner passes away aged 83
Latest News Items:
- Positive Grid launches huge BIAS FX 2 update
- Sophie Lloyd puts her new Kiesel signature model through its paces in new single, Lost
- Watch Kirk Hammett and Billy Gibbons duet at Jeff Beck tribute concert
- German police investigating Roger Waters over Nazi imagery
- Arlo Parks channels Deftones and The Smashing Pumpkins in new single, Devotion
- The Big Review: Fender Gold Foil Telecaster – unique-sounding… just not the sound you’re expecting
- Watch The Cure debut new song, Another Happy Birthday, live on tour
- Gogol Bordello invites Green Day to perform on Ukraine charity single
- New docuseries covering Van Halen’s pivotal 1983-1984 period announced
- Tom Petty’s family sue auctioneers for selling allegedly stolen property
- Billy Corgan warns: “AI will change music forever”
- “Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll” Tina Turner passes away aged 83
- Bully on Lucky For You and working well with others with ADHD
- Punctuation In The Style Of Albert King
- Roger Waters faces backlash after referencing Anne Frank at show in Berlin
- Play like Tom Morello with a little help from Neural DSP’s latest Archetype plugin
- Gibson releases ‘70s era inspired Deluxe Protector hardshell cases
- Martin Guitars partners with Better Battery Co. for sustainable batteries in a range of electro-acoustic models
- Paul Simon reveals mysterious hearing loss in left ear during new album’s making
- The genius of… The Impossibility of Reason by Chimaira
- Fender’s John 5 Ghost Telecaster signature guitar is finally here and it’s a sight to behold
- Former Beatles bassist Chas Newby dies at 81
- Epiphone unveils refreshed Broadway, Casino and Sheraton guitar lineup
- Top 10 Best Tom Petty Guitar Songs
- Emi 6 from Abasi Concepts is officially launched after almost a year wait
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