Metallica’s James Hetfield Unharmed After Amsterdam Fall
Metallica’s James Hetfield was unharmed after a frightening fall during the band’s performance Monday night, September 4, in Amsterdam. Hetfield fell into one of the four trap doors that allowed…
Read more »Paul Gilbert: A Music Theory Concept That Opened Doors for Me
GuitarWorld.com has posted several stories about intervals—both the band and the musical concept—over the decades. After all, intervals—the space between any two pitches—are a priceless musical commodity, being one of the most fundamental building…
Read more »David Gilmour Hints at New Album in ‘Live at Pompeii’ Trailer
Though we were gifted with new music from former Pink Floyd frontman David Gilmour just two years ago, when he dropped his most recent solo album, Rattle That Lock, it…
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Guitarists Pay Tribute to Walter Becker
Over the past two days, scores of guitarists and musicians around the world have paid tribute to Steely Dan guitarist Walter Becker, who passed away Sunday, September 3, at the…
Read more »Yes Announce 50th Anniversary Tour
Yes—with a lineup of Steve Howe, Alan White, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison and Billy Sherwood—have announced a 50th anniversary tour that will take them through Europe next March. Along with…
Read more »Walter Becker, Steely Dan Guitarist, Dead at 67
Walter Becker, longtime guitarist of classic rock titans Steely Dan, has died at the age of 67, according to a post on his website. With bandmate Donald Fagen, Becker was…
Read more » Vox Unveils VX50 Amp Series, Continental Organ
Vox has unveiled two major new products today, the VX50 Amp Series and the Continental Organ. VX50 Series Vox Amplification has elaborated on the practice guitar amp series, the VX,…
Read more » Ernie Ball Music Man Announces New Ball Family Reserve Limited Collection
Ernie Ball Music Man Ball Family Reserve is a celebration of their heritage in instrument craftsmanship which features some of the finest figured tone woods and finishes available. These rare…
Read more »Al Joseph Says "Betcha Can’t Play This"
In the latest edition of Guitar World‘s long-running “Betcha Can’t Play This” series, up-and-coming progressive metal guitarist Al Joseph takes us through a brief but scalding lick. Joseph—who records for…
Read more »Cimino Premiere "All I Am" Music Video
Today, we’ve teamed up with Kansas City-based rockers Cimino to premiere “All I Am,” their hoppin’ new music video and single. The down-and-dirty track is from their upcoming album, Cimmetry, which…
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