Latest articles by Brad Tolinski
How the 1970s became the greatest decade for rock guitar
As big beasts like Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple dominated the era, players such as Steve Howe and Brian May transformed the landscape and the guitar hero cult grew, producing its GOAT by the dawn of the ‘80s
The electric guitar shredded itself to death in the ‘80s. It had to start over, but the ‘90s grunge revolution didn‘t just change the face of guitar playing – it changed the world
Guitar World presents a grunge guitar guide to the ‘90s, the decade when Seattle became the epicenter of the musical universe, and resurrected the electric guitar with a raw, dirty sound that gave birth to a whole new generation of guitar players
The 50 greatest moments in electric guitar history
The guitar received its first jolt of electricity more than 130 years ago – and it’s been humming along ever since. Here are 50 milestones worth celebrating
The one Led Zeppelin song Jimmy Page recorded with a Gibson Flying V
Though the guitar god used his Fender Telecaster for almost the entirety of the band’s self-titled debut, he borrowed a Flying V for just one track
Jimmy Page on how he pushed himself to the "outside edges" of harmony on Led Zeppelin IV and Houses of the Holy, and the other Stairway to Heaven 12-string
In this classic GW interview, Led Zeppelin's legendary guitar-slinger clears up a couple misconceptions about two of the band's landmark albums, while giving a rare inside look at his creative process
How Chuck Berry wrote Johnny B. Goode, and created the first rock and roll guitar hero
In his 1958 masterpiece, Berry created the ultimate rock-and-roll folk hero in just a few snappy verses
Stevie Ray Vaughan's 10 greatest guitar moments
Dig deep into SRV's six-string artistry with our compilation of his finest performances
James Hetfield: "I’m on this eternal quest to get the best guitar sound in the world, but my vision of what is 'the best' changes every time I go into the studio"
In this 2008 GW interview, Papa Het discusses Metallica's new approach for Death Magnetic, and why he always comes back to his Electra white V, plugged into a Mesa/Boogie Mark II C+
Dimebag Darrell – the Far Beyond Driven interview: “I knew it was going to be one bad motherf**ker – refreshing, new, and that’s what it was”
In this 1994 GW interview, Pantera’s larger-than-life guitarist opens up about his musical upbringing, the parallels with the Van Halen brothers, Randy Rhoads’ influence, and the noises and tones behind the band’s uncompromising new sound
Ozzy Osbourne rates his guitarists and reflects on the highs and lows of Black Sabbath
The Prince of Darkness speaks candidly about bandmates past and present – from Randy Rhoads to Zakk Wylde – and what he looks for in a guitarist, in this classic interview from the GW archives
How Jimmy Page was reunited with his beloved 1960 Les Paul Custom – nearly 50 years after it was stolen
The Led Zeppelin legend's triple-humbucker Black Beauty was stolen at a Minneapolis Airport in 1970. Here's the incredible story of how it made its way back to its rightful owner
4 online-only guitar companies you need to check out
Tired of the same old guitar colors, shapes and sizes? It's time to discover some fresh six-string delights
A history of Guitar World: the good, the bad and the ridiculous
#GuitarWorld40: Former editor Brad Tolinski attempts to recall the ups and downs over 40 years of Guitar World
Tom Morello: "I wanted one foot planted on a Marshall stack and another in the world of 2019 sonics"
The always-eclectic axeman talks gear, the Play it Loud exhibition and his absolutely wild, guest star-packed solo album
Five Notable Highlights from David Gilmour's Christie's Guitar Auction
Careful with that axe, 'cause if you buy one of these, it's gonna cost you a bundle!
Pink Floyd legend David Gilmour takes us inside the guitar sale of the century
"There’s no statement of intention to retire," David Gilmour tells us. So why is he selling off some of his most iconic guitars?
Rival Sons' Scott Holiday and Jay Buchanan Delve Deep into Their Primal New Album, 'Feral Roots'
"It’s not a roots record, but it has an inherently rootsy feeling.”
Want a Big Guitar Sound? Try the Glyn Johns Technique
It’s not necessary to know all the audio science of why this works, but it’s damn good information to have in your back pocket so you can request it at your next session.
Nita Strauss Steps into the Spotlight with Her New Solo Album, 'Controlled Chaos'
'Controlled Chaos' is a panoramic view of Nita Strauss' many strengths. In our Holiday cover story, one of the industry's rising stars breaks down her stellar debut.
Alice Cooper's guitarists, past and present: does he find them worthy?
Alice Cooper has performed with an astonishing array of guitar virtuosos, but what does he think of them?
Five Great Guitar Jams You Need to Hear Now!
A handful of amazing players you might have missed—at their finest.
John Mayer Explains the Heat Around His Cool New PRS Silver Sky Guitar
"I want to take a point of view and adjust it.” John Mayer opens up about his controversial PRS Silver Sky guitar.
