John Lennon’s 12-string Framus Hootenanny acoustic guitar recently sold for $2,857,500 million at auction. Lennon, along with George Harrison, had used the guitar to record such Beatles albums as Help! and Rubber Soul. According to Julien’s Auctions, […]
Lost, found, and sold! John Lennon’s missing guitar featured in the Beatles’ 1965 film “Help!” sold at an auction at New York’s Hard Rock Cafe on Wednesday for over $2.8 million. Julien’s Auctions confirmed in […]
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. The acoustic guitar that auctioneers say Eric Clapton used to compose his hit ballad ‘Wonderful Tonight’ is going under the hammer […]
Play video content C-SPAN Antony Blinken is getting some heat for his decision to rock out on the guitar at a basement bar during his visit to Kyiv … but by the same token, some […]
A self-taught virtuoso, his music from the 1950s and 60s was strictly instrumental and featured a distinct twangy sound. His hits included, “Forty Miles of Bad Road” and “Rebel Rouser.” Share This Article
A self-taught virtuoso, his music from the 1950s and 60s was strictly instrumental and featured a distinct twangy sound. His hits included, “Forty Miles of Bad Road” and “Rebel Rouser.” Share This Article
Guitar Center’s new CEO Gabe Dalport has revealed his plans to prioritize “premium” products over “$300 guitars” because he believes stores no longer feel like the “right place” for “the serious musician.” In an interview with Music […]
Today, April 19, blues guitarist and vocalist Sue Foley unveiled her new music video for the cover tune “Nothing In Rambling.” This selection, plucked from Memphis Minnie personal repertoire, is one of the 12 heartfelt […]
Indo-Canadian Punjabi rapper AP Dhillon has responded to backlash generated by his decision to smash a guitar onstage during Coachella. The artist also pulled out of his scheduled second slot at the festival’s upcoming second […]
Tom DeLonge has teamed up with Fender to launch his second signature guitar, the fan-favourite Starcaster®. Image credit: Daniel Rojas The announcement comes ahead of Blink-182‘s huge 2024 US tour, where they will be joined […]
AP Dhillon & Diljit Dosanjh AP Dhillon was one of the artists who got to perform at the Coachella 2024. The music and arts festival is held between two weekends – April 12-14 and April […]
Jerry Cantrell has been reunited with his beloved G&L Rampage “Blue Dress” guitar, and it turns out that it wasn’t stolen after all. The treasured instrument was just “misplaced,” according to the Alice in Chains […]
Jerry Cantrell’s G&L Rampage “Blue Dress” electric guitar has been stolen, and the Alice in Chains singer-guitarist is offering a reward for its return. The original 1984 instrument is one of the most recognizable axes […]
KAILUA, Hawaii — Quincy Cortez plucks at a slim black box laid across his legs, his fingers flashing silver. Steel strings twang with each pull from the metal rings — wearable guitar picks — adorning his […]
SIR Paul McCartney has handed a hefty reward to a family who returned his beloved bass guitar 50 years after it was stolen. The Beatle, 81, has also sent his thanks to Cathy Guest, who […]
Few things are as synonymous with rebellious, raucous, no-good rock ‘n’ roll as finishing a set by smashing a guitar — be it Kurt Cobain, Phoebe Bridgers, or Pete Townshend. When it comes to the […]
Jimmy Page and Gibson have teamed up for the 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition guitar. A recreation of Page’s iconic doublenecked guitar, the new signature model is a holy grail replica for both Led Zeppelin […]
As it celebrates 130 years of music history, Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, is proud to announce it has entered into a new partnership with Jimmy Page, one of the most influential musicians in […]
Tossing the guitar to the guitar tech is a classic stage move patented by legends such as Eddie Van Halen: a captivating display of athleticism, showmanship, and sheer efficiency during a fast-paced concert. It’s also risky, […]
In honour of the 70th anniversary of Fender’s famous Stratocaster guitar, we caught up with Rage Against The Machine and Audioslave legend Tom Morello about his approach to the instrument, creating iconic riffs and his […]