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Amy Winehouse had a secret obsession with guitar: “She made it look so effortless”

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Add jazz flair to your 12-bar blues with this time-tested shortcut from GIT master tutor Les Wise

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He jammed with Prince and Miles Davis — until one deceptive meeting put an end to everything

Onstage in Detroit during the 1984 Purple Rain tour, November 4, 1984. (Image credit: Ross Marino/Getty Images) Free did as he was told — and when he arrived, the scene inside the studio was surreal.
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Test your knowledge with The Ultimate Eric Clapton Guitar Quiz

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Producer Michael Beinhorn says the Soundgarden singer’s songwriting changed overnight — and within weeks he delivered “Fell on Black Days” and the band’s biggest hit.
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“I thought it was stupid.” Metallica’s ...And Justice for All mix engineer says the band made a mistake by burying Jason Newsted’s bass

Steve Thompson says he fought to keep Newsted’s bass audible on Metallica’s 1988 classic, but James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich and Kirk Hammett ultimately got the mix they wanted ...
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"Try. Listen. Be patient. Don't worry about playing fast…" Back in 1974, Les Paul offered seven timeless bits of advice for guitarists

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Brian May on the moment he realized Freddie Mercury knew his fate

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“A much-anticipated update with the latest sound design language and features, and countless chain combinations”: Mooer unveils its latest feature-packed and affordable amp ...

Essentially an updated version of its budget GE200 floor modeler, the firm has injected its latest sound design language and features into its digital core, ensuring its specs stand up against the ...
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In a brand-new interview, Ritchie Blackmore says Deep Purple reunion was like coming back from war

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New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert dies at 45 after cancer battle

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Jimmy Page on how playing with the Black Crowes redefined the Led Zeppelin live experience

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