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Watch the Stone Roses’ Momentous “I Wanna Be Adored” Comeback Performance
By Rod Brakes, Mark McStea published
Video Reunited, the band are greeted on stage with rapturous applause
Joey Santiago Picks Five Career-Defining Cuts From the Pixies Catalog
By Joe Bosso last updated
He’s the first to admit that his playing style probably wouldn’t fit most other outfits – and that’s just the way he likes it!
The Songwriting and Guitar Playing Genius of Chris Cornell
By Vinnie DeMasi last updated
As Soundgarden's 'Badmotorfinger' turn 30 this year we take a close look at the inspirational guitar techniques of one of alternative rock’s leading talents.
Alt-Rock Pioneer Bob Mould Names His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks
By Joe Bosso published
The guitarist takes a look back at some of his most significant Hüsker Dü, Sugar and solo numbers.
Here’s Why Kevin Shields is a Cornerstone of Alternative Rock Guitar
By Guitar Player Staff, Rod Brakes published
Synonymous with the Fender Jazzmaster the My Bloody Valentine guitarist created his own sound.
“There’s a Lot of Guitar Culture That I Don’t Like At All”: How Johnny Marr Placed The Smiths at the Forefront of the U.K.’s 1980s Music Scene
By Mark McStea published
The British guitarist created a new ethos and approach to guitar playing that defined alternative rock.
Watch The Cure’s Spellbinding Live Performance of “The Forest” from 1981
By Guitar Player Staff published
Video Synonymous with the Fender Jazzmaster, Robert Smith is one of the most underrated guitar players of the modern era.
Here’s Why Sonic Youth Remain a Touchstone of Alternative Rock
By Guitar Player Staff last updated
Godfathers of alt-rock guitar Lee Ranaldo and Thurston Moore were a missing link.
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