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"I Still Really Like Playing the Guitar. After All of These Years, It’s Still My Favorite Thing": Marshall Crenshaw Takes a Spin Through His Decades-Long Career
By Joe Bosso published
He’s one of pop music’s most versatile guitarists. Just don’t call him “underrated”

Bryan Adams’ Guitarist Keith Scott Names His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks
By Joe Matera published
The Canadian superstar’s right-hand man of over 40 years knows the tales behind the best tracks

Fender Debuts New, Limited-Edition H.E.R. Signature Stratocaster
By Jackson Maxwell published
The new iteration of the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter's signature Strat features a stunning Blue Marlin colorway.

Frank Zappa's Favorite Guitars and Amps
By Darrin Fox published
“Frank rarely used anything stock": Dweezil Zappa reveals the custom gear behind some of his late father's greatest recordings in this essential read from the 'GP' vault

The Vintage Fender Stratocasters of John Frusciante
By Richard Bienstock, Guitar Player Staff published
Four rare Strats from the Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist’s collection of classics

Watch Jimi Hendrix Erupt During a Fiery Performance of “Voodoo Child (Slight Return)” on the Edge of a Volcano
By Rod Brakes published
Video We return to this red-hot rendition from Maui in celebration of Hendrix’s 80th birthday

Dave Keuning’s Top Five Career-Defining Tracks
By Vinnie DeMasi published
The Killers’ axeman discusses five memorable hits and deep cuts from his extensive rap sheet

Get a Close Look at Jerry Garcia's Iconic "Alligator" Strat in this Encyclopedic Grateful Dead Guitar Collection
By Jimmy Leslie last updated
Grateful Guitars Foundation's arsenal includes Garcia’s 1955 “Alligator” Fender Stratocaster and 1943 “Jerry’s Herringbone” Martin D-28

“I Remember Hearing ‘Heroes’ for the First Time… 18 Months Later, I Was Playing It Live With David”: Adrian Belew, Todd Rundgren and Scrote Salute David Bowie
By Mark McStea published
The guitarists discuss their epic ‘Celebrating David Bowie’ show

“This Is the Quintessential L-Series Stratocaster”: Johnny A. Reveals the Secrets Behind His Unique Signature Model
By Rod Brakes published
A Master Built Strat for a masterful player, here’s how a connoisseur of tone puts a signature guitar together with Fender’s esteemed Custom Shop
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