Rory Gallagher is the guitar player's guitar player. Though held in legendary status by so many, his name is not one that you ...

It's not uncommon for competent players to become unmoored from rhythmic reality when vamping in a solo, but it's crucial to ...

At 64, Warren Haynes has had a rich and fruitful career. Few guitarists can match his tastefulness as a lead guitar player.

35: John Lee Hooker: Boogie Chillen’ (1948) John Lee Hooker, the blues ... guitar solos and tracking them that I’ve ever seen. I mean, he used to blow me away.” “Enter Sandman” was the ...

“Comfortably Numb” could have gotten a spot on this list, but we’re particularly fond of the incredible guitar solo in “Time” by Pink Floyd. David Gilmour was not playing games on this ...

YES. I can read basic to intermediate level. Particularly guitar music. Can you play a guitar solo on my song? YES. I can improvise (make up on the spot!) a cool solo - or lead track for any song. I ...

2024 brought forth a wealth of Chicago music spanning all genres. As we look back, a few local projects stood out this year — ...

You have to create a dynamic so it keeps people engaged and interested. Above anything else, I feel entertainment is key.” ...

Cardinal Black’s performance at the Komedia, in Bath, was not only a testament to their skill but also a showcase of their connection with the audience. The band sang 13 songs in a 90-minute gig and ...

Eric Clapton may have been one of the almighty heroes of rock and roll, but Eddie Van Halen felt he never got that good after this era.

Since his first hit with "Hang on Sloopy" in 1965, the guitarist has been among the most active players in rock — on stage, ...

For me, some of the greatest solos are by guys like Freddie and Albert King and they’re barely playing three notes.” And the fact that they got that much swagger out of the guitar is astounding for ...