Tony Grassi

If 1984 makes you think of the synthesizer intro to "Jump," you're not alone. Check out Guitar World's 1984 retrospective of covers.

As one of the longest-lasting bands in rock and roll, the members Judas Priest have earned the moniker "Metal Gods." Check out this gallery to see the band as it's progressed through the years.

With only guitarist Scott Ian as the only consistent band member throughout its history, Anthrax has a storied history of membership. Check out the gallery and see if you can keep track.

Take a look at another early, banner year for Guitar World: 1983

What was the best guitar album from 1982?

Guitar World magazine continued to make waves in 1982. Check out the covers and the artists that graced them.

Iron Maiden is perhaps the most enduring and successful band of the late-'70s New Wave of British Heavy Metal. See the musicians who have helped arm "the beast" for 36 years.

A visual collection of The Rolling Stones' iconic album art.

Guitar World stretches its arms in its second year of circulation.

A visual guide to the history of pioneering prog-rock band, Yes.

Former model and photographer Pattie Boyd is the inspiration for Eric Clapton's best-known ballad.

Before his own untimely death, Stevie Ray remembers a friend.

The covers from 1980, Guitar World's inaugural year.

Lead guitarist Ben Bruce's 10 best quotes on Asking Alexandria's early DIY struggles, drug-sniffing dogs and his defense of Bruno Mars.

Eric Clapton's expansive career has spanned nearly 50 years and countless collaborations. Here Guitar World notes the history of Slowhand's rise to fame.

The death of Eric Clapton's son provokes one of the most popular songs of the Nineties.

How the legendary bluesman came to prominence and his untimely end in 1990.

Stevie Ray Vaughan turned Jimi Hendrix's magnum opus into concert gold.

Stevie Ray Vaughan made Jimi Hendrix's "Little Wing" his own.