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The night Keith Richards rocked up unannounced to an LA jam night
By Jenna Scaramanga published
Singer-songwriter Jason Sinay is best known for his work with Heartbreaker Mike Campbell, and has recalled a career of amazing guest spots – including one from a Rolling Stone

After a decade playing together in Dead & Company, John Mayer and Bob Weir reveal the invaluable lessons they’ve learned from each other
By Janelle Borg published
The veteran guitarist and Slow Dancing In a Burning Room hitmaker also set the record straight on whether we can expect a Dead & Company studio album anytime soon

How Spiritbox’s Mike Stringer went from reluctant hometown hero to metal’s new seven-string phenomenon
By Jon Wiederhorn published
Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer dispels the illusion of the band’s “overnight success”, detailing their 12-year struggle just to pay rent – and why James Hetfield and John Mayer are both guitar GOATs in his eyes

Brian Setzer says he’s recovering well after an autoimmune disease left him unable to play guitar
By Matt Owen published
The Stray Cats’ rockabilly legend dreams of returning to the stage as soon as possible

Brent Hinds’ exit left Mastodon at a crossroads. But for Bill Kelliher, it’s an opportunity for a fresh start with a new guitar wingman
By Andrew Daly published
After 25 years, the metal heroes are without a lead guitarist. In his first interview since the split, Kelliher reveals what went down – and what he’s looking for from a new six-string partner in crime

Nuno Bettencourt joins Van Halen tribute band for blazing Hot For Teacher cover
By Jenna Scaramanga published
The Extreme axeman used an EVH striped guitar to blast out Van Halen licks like he's been doing it all his life

Joe Satriani reveals the Eddie Van Halen guitar parts he found most difficult to play
By Janelle Borg published
Satch also discusses his years-long search for the quintessential Van Halen tone

What really happened at Prince’s infamous show supporting the Stones in 1981? Guitarist Dez Dickerson sets the record straight
By Jenna Scaramanga published
The former Revolution guitarist insists the shows weren't as disastrous as some say, and reveals he persuaded Prince to return to the stage
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