Latest articles by Christopher Scapelliti
Lars Ulrich: “People’s Biggest Misconception About Metallica”
Sonar FM recently asked Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich to name the single biggest misconception people have about the group.
Unreleased Eddie Van Halen Track from 1984 Streaming
The Van Halen News Desk is streaming a short track called “Strike,” written by Eddie Van Halen for the 1984 teen comedy film The Wild Life.
Steve Vai: “Frank Zappa’s Advice Saved Me Literally Millions of Dollars”
Steve Vai was all of about 20 years old when he began performing with Frank Zappa in 1980.
Gary Clark Jr. Premieres “Our Love” Music Video from New Live Album
Gary Clark Jr., Guitar World's current cover star, has issued a music video for “Our Love,” a track featured on his recently released live album, Live North America 2016.
New Roadie 2 Automatic Guitar Tuner Works Without a Smartphone
The popular Roadie automatic guitar tuner is getting an upgrade.
Watch How Children React to Nirvana
Fine Brothers Entertainment, the makers of “Kids React” videos, are back with a new clip showing how kids react to hearing Nirvana for the first time.
Dave Mustaine: “Me and James Hetfield Are Among the Fantastic Four of Rhythm Guitar”
Megadeth may be known for making technical, complex music, but underneath it all frontman Dave Mustaine appreciates the value of a strong rhythm guitarist.
Dire Straits’ “Sultans of Swing” in the Styles of 12 Famous Guitarists
Back in 2015, guitarist Andre Antunes had a viral sensation with a video in which he copied the styles of 10 famous guitarists while soloing to Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky.”
Hear Stevie Ray Vaughan’s Isolated Guitar from “Pride and Joy”
Stevie Ray Vaughan’s rhythm playing was as strong as his lead work, a fact that is evident on “Pride and Joy,” the first single from Texas Flood, his 1983 debut album with Double Trouble.
Jimmy Page Grades Muddy Waters and Other Guitar Greats
Here’s an interesting snippet that recently turned up in our recommended viewing list.
See Robert Plant’s First “Kashmir” Performance Without Jimmy Page
Robert Plant performed Led Zeppelin’s “Kashmir” for the first time without former bandmate Jimmy Page on Tuesday, March 14.
Guns N’ Roses Onstage Fails: Here’s the Best of Their Worst Moments
A compilation video of Guns N’ Roses’ onstage fails has surfaced, and you can check it out below.
Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson Recalls Beating Metallica for ‘Best Metal’ Grammy Award
It’s been 28 years since Jethro Tull beat out Metallica in one of the greatest upsets in award show history.
Jon Anderson to Reunite with Yes at Hall of Fame Induction
Jon Anderson will appear with his former bandmates in Yes when they are inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April 7.
Metallica's 11 Angriest On-Camera Moments
For many TV watchers, the 2017 Grammy Awards were probably the first time they saw Metallica perform.
Budget Strat Comparison: Squier Classic Vibe Strat vs. Fender Standard Strat
Squier’s Classic Vibe Stratocasters are designed to recall the looks and tone of Fender’s Fifties and Sixties eras, and to do it at a nice price point (retail $399.99).
Lars Ulrich Tells What His Dad Thinks of Metallica
Metallica fans are most likely familiar with drummer Lars Ulrich’s father, Torben Ulrich.
How Kids React to Guns N' Roses
Fine Brothers Entertainment, the makers of “Kids React” videos, have created clips showing how young folks respond to everything from rotary phones to Metallica.
