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“I had a gold Klon but I lost it in Hurricane Katrina...” Blues supremo Eric Johanson on being both a Metallica and Jack White fanboy and why he’s into tone as much as music
With the help of "a really gritty velcro fuzz", blues guitarist Eric Johanson gets into the raw experience of the moment on his latest album, The Deep and the Dirty
Listen to the New ‘Jeff Beck Tribute’ EP
Featuring previously unreleased material, this three-track collection appears ahead of next week’s Royal Albert Hall tribute concerts
The 40 Most Important Guitar Solos of the 20th Century
From bluesy beginnings to metallic peaks, we trace the evolution of the electric rock solo
“I’m Sick of All of the Existential, Post-Apocalyptic Doom”: Rick Holmstrom Reacts to the Current Crazy with ‘Get It!’
With a joyful noise this rapid release is all about having a good time.
Eric Gales Reveals His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks
With nearly 20 albums to his name, the blues master says these cuts tell you the most about his journey.
Old Man’s Blues or Young Man’s Blues? Here’s Why Eric Clapton’s Beano Album Remains Essential Listening for Everybody
Slowhand reinvented electric blues with this landmark recording.
“Your Tone is Your Voice”: Sue Foley Returns with Ballsy Texas Blues Album
The Canadian guitarist brings swagger, sweetness and bite to the bold and unfiltered ‘Pinky’s Blues.’
“Stop Thinking About the Guys You Idolize. Think for Yourself”: Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown Pulls No Punches in this Incredible Interview From the GP Archive
The guitar legend defiantly stares down death, blues clichés, and brainless categorizations.
