Latest articles by Joe Bosso
'Fragile' at 50: Steve Howe Tells the Story Behind Yes‘s Landmark Album
There was no such thing as progressive rock, explains Howe. It was just that their sound needed a bigger canvas.
How Billy Gibbons Wrote ZZ Top's “La Grange“
How a warm-up jam became ZZ Top’s breakthrough hit.
Jimmy Rip Discusses His Greatest Collaborations and Explains Why Buenos Aires Is the Rock 'N' Roll Capital of the World
He’s gigged with Mick Jagger, Jack Bruce, Television, and more. But it’s with his own band that Rip really gets cooking.
Larry Carlton: My Career in Five Songs
“Oh, yeah, I played on that.” Larry Carlton recalls his favorite sessions with the Crusaders, Joni Mitchell, and Steely Dan.
Will Tash Sultana Be Guitar’s Biggest Breakout Artist of 2021?
The Australian multi-instrumentalist on building a following, Fender Stratocasters, and making a guitar-centric pop record.
How Eric Johnson Wrote “Cliffs of Dover“
Johnson's 1990 signature guitar instrumental was “a gift from the universe.“
Tommy Shaw: How I Wrote Styx's “Blue Collar Man“
Tommy Shaw reveals the jolly green inspiration behind Styx’s 1978 hit.
How Traffic's Dave Mason Wrote “Feelin' Alright?“
Dave Mason shares good memories of a song about feeling bad.
Steve Stevens: How I Wrote "Rebel Yell"
Stevens tells how partying with the Rolling Stones led to Billy Idol’s breakthrough hit.
Danny Kortchmar: My Career in Five Songs
The session legend reflects on a 50-year career playing with Jon Bon Jovi, Carole King, Linda Ronstadt, Don Henley, and more.
John Fogerty on the Making of CCR’s 'Cosmo’s Factory'
With Fogerty driving them on, everything came together on Creedence's 1970 masterpiece.
Rick Nielsen: How I Wrote Cheap Trick's "Surrender"
A nursery rhyme, a Les Paul and the world's first Orange Amp – here's the story behind a bona fide rock anthem.
Drummer Cindy Blackman Santana on Surrounding Herself with the World's Best Guitarists for a Very Special Album
Vernon Reid, Kirk Hammett and John McLaughlin all guest on Blackman Santana's 'Give The Drummer Some.'
Al Di Meola: How I Wrote “Race with Devil on Spanish Highway”
Hearing congas, Leslie West's tone and recording live - Al Di Meola recalls creating his 1977 “shred” masterpiece.
Robby Krieger: My Career in Five Songs
A stolen SG! Lonnie Mack! The Doors guitarist reflects on key tracks from his legendary canon.
Joe Satriani: How I Wrote "Satch Boogie"
Joe Satriani turned a vision of Gene Krupa into a rock radio hit - and a shred guitar milestone.
Al Di Meola on Reimagining the Beatles and Why You Can't Beat Lennon/McCartney at Their Own Game
How do you cover the Beatles? As Al Di Meolia explains, the catalog is sacred, so you've got to put your own spin on it.
Neil Giraldo: My Career in Six Songs
Neil Giraldo looks back on an amazing career, from “Jessie’s Girl” to “Heartbreaker.”
