Latest about Chet Atkins
10 Under-the-Radar Albums Every Guitar Player Needs to Hear
From Chet Atkins and Merle Haggard to Jellyfish and the Creation, these hidden gems resonate with just as much passion and flair as the stock desert-island disc picks
Jason Isbell’s Top Five Life-Changing Riffs
Video The multiple Grammy-winning maestro's journey intersected some serious guitar techniques
Master the Mixolydian Mode Like Chet Atkins, George Harrison, Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Van Halen and Many More
Harness this powerful and versatile mode with 20 riffs inspired by famous guitarists
Listen to the Limitless Guitar Playing Talent of Lenny Breau
Produced by Chet Atkins, Lenny’s second album is a stirring testament to his remarkable gifts
“It Was Just Like an Atomic Bomb Going Off”: Elvis Presley Guitarist Scotty Moore Recounts the Birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll
The pioneering guitar player reveals the seminal moments of his groundbreaking career in this incredible interview from the GP archives.
The Gretsch Double Anniversary is a Budget Ride to Atkins Country
The “sports car” of the line represents much of the best of Gretsch’s golden years.
The Best Vintage Guitar Brand You’ve Never Heard Of
Despite a brief flirtation with some big names, Standel guitars, like this 1967 Custom, never got the love.
Here’s Why Chet Atkins was a Humbucking Pickup Pioneer
Mr Guitar was performing with the Gretsch Filter’Tron before the Gibson PAF appeared on guitars.
