“This is my guitar. I’m absolutely buzzing”: Epiphone is set to release a Yungblud signature SG Junior – and one of its prototypes is already up for grabs
The road worn white model looks set to mirror Yungblud’s original SG Junior, which has graced stages all over the world
Read more » “The Firebird V is closing in on Gibson’s own price points… however, there’s nothing we don’t love about these guitars”: Epiphone Inspired By Gibson 1963 Firebird I & V review
Two of Gibson’s most controversial designs, reimagined and rebranded with Epiphone’s moniker. Do they promise the ‘Cream’ of the crop or a ‘Winter’ of discontent?
Read more » “Thrash metal legend unlocks his tonal secrets”: KHDK and Kreator’s Mille Petrozza claim to have created the “perfect overdrive”, the Deathscream – and it could also solve a common digital modeling amp headache
The Deathscream continues the firm’s recent run of signature pedals – and it might be the key to introducing extra warmth to your digital rig
Read more » “Now with the rich sonic allure of rosewood”: Three timeless Gibson acoustics have received a rosewood reinvention – bringing new visuals and tones to the table
The J-45, SJ-200 and Hummingbird have all been treated to a cosmetic and functional pick-me-up
Read more » “Bro is a living breathing ‘Hell yeah’”: This player gave ‘heavy bass guitar’ a new meaning by ripping through Cliff Burton’s iconic (Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth solo… while squatting 225lbs
Alexander Mercieca pulled off the daring display of bass playing while squatting for 45 seconds straight – and it looked like he didn’t even break a sweat
Read more »
ALBUM REVIEW: All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade – The Libertines
The indie rock scene is one of the most vast there is and so to become icon of the scene is not an easy thing. However, THE LIBERTINES managed this…
Read more » “When I struggle with live sound, I think, ‘Oh God, I can play so much better when I’m just in a room and I can hear myself…’ But that’s when I dig in and try harder”: Tommy Emmanuel and Molly Tuttle give a tone, technique and touring masterclass
It’s not often that you find two of the world’s greatest acoustic players on tour together, and we couldn’t resist the opportunity to invite them for an interview and video masterclass…
Read more » “The ultimate dual overdrive”: Beetronics combines Bluesbreaker and Klon tones in its latest pedal – but there’s a clever twist
Through some choice electronics and switching, the new Wannabee Beelateral Buzz looks to help players unlock “a world of tonal possibilities”
Read more » “I was tired of not being able to hear my guitar when I played. I got a Gretsch Country Gentleman, and that changed the game for me”: Vincent Neil Emerson’s star is rising fast – whether he’s playing a Chet Atkins electric or rare George Harrison acoustic
The Texas storyteller tells his story so far – from Neil Young tunings to Shooter Jennings collaborations and how he channels raw emotion through his guitar leads
Read more » “Some guitars are just that little bit special that they work their way in, you know?” Mark Knopfler on why he had to keep his Sultans of Swing Strat – despite selling his Money for Nothing Les Paul and the rest of his collection
The Dire Straits icon recently sold off his most famous and valuable instruments – but there were a few notable exceptions…
Read more »