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Watch Jeff Beck Playing a ‘Burst in This Far-Out Film of the Yardbirds’ Genre-Defining Track "Shapes of Things"
By Christopher Scapelliti published
Video The pioneering band’s 1966 single is widely considered the first psychedelic rock release
“My Tribute to One of the Greatest That Ever Lived”: Guns N’ Roses' Richard Fortus Shares Epic Paul Kossoff-Inspired Guitar Solo
By Rod Brakes published
Listen to this impeccable example of pure ‘Burst tone
Here’s How to Replicate the Magic of the Blues Greats
By Art Thompson published
Get in the tone zone of Eric Clapton, Albert Collins, Albert King, B.B. King, T-Bone Walker and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
The Bad News: It’s Totally Unplayable. The Good News: It’s Worth a Fortune
By Rod Brakes last updated
Headed for refurbishment after decades in the closet this rare Gibson Les Paul Standard dubbed "Dirty 'Burst" was a shock for all.
Watch Jimmy Page Rock Out on Bass with Jeff Beck in this Explosive Yardbirds Show
By Rod Brakes published
Video This 1966 film captures a unique moment in the Led Zeppelin guitarist's influential career.
“You Pick Up a Les Paul and It's Heavy and It Really Means Something – It Means Business”: Jeff Beck on His Les Paul Love Affair
By Guitar Player Staff published
Video Watch His Matchless Technique Up Close in this Jaw-Dropping Performance of the Beatles’ “She’s a Woman.”
“I Have a Problem. I’ve Got to Make My Guitar Louder”: Les Paul on His Eureka Moment
By Art Thompson published
Video Learn the truth about Les’s fledgling idea in this Musicians Hall of Fame interview and discover how his tenacity and vision became Gibson’s greatest success story.
This Unique Pair of Vintage Goldtops Has Some Extra-Special Bling
By Rod Brakes published
Find out what this uber-rare dual P-90 1956 Les Paul and PAF-loaded 1957 model have in common with David Davidson of Well Strung Guitars.
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