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Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs onstage at FivePoint Amphitheatre, Irvine, California, September 2, 2018

“We’ve Been On a Very Long Encore”: Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs Testify to the Power of Electric Guitar

By Mark McStea published

The king of riffs is back in town! After a seven-year absence, Scorpions return to form with ‘Rock Believer.’

Peter Green (right) and bassist John McVie, of British rock group Fleetwood Mac, rehearsing at the Royal Albert Hall, London, 22nd April 1969.

The Extraordinary Les Paul Lineage of Peter Green, Gary Moore and Kirk Hammett

By Rod Brakes, Guitar Player Staff published

The torch of 'Greeny' has been handed to guitar luminaries since 1959.

Jeff Beck playing a Gibson Les Paul Standard

“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.”

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Les Paul playing the Log

“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.

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1956 Gibson Les Paul Model (left) and 1957 Gibson Les Paul Model

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.

Neil Young joins Jimmy Page and Robert Plant to perform with Led Zeppelin at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in 1995

Watch Neil Young’s Fiery Jam with Led Zeppelin at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

By Rod Brakes published

Video This rare moment captures Robert Plant also strapping on a Les Paul for “When the Levee Breaks.”

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Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton

Old Man’s Blues or Young Man’s Blues? Here’s Why Eric Clapton’s Beano Album Remains Essential Listening for Everybody

By Jim Campilongo published

Slowhand reinvented electric blues with this landmark recording.

Steve Stevens performs onstage during the second annual Above Ground concert benefiting MusiCares at The Fonda Theatre on September 16, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.

Steve Stevens Recommends Listening to These Five Guitar Solos

By Guitar Player Staff published

The Billy Idol guitarist names his top five lesser-known favorites.

Mick Ronson

“The Equipment Helps a Little Bit But More Often Than Not It’s In Your Own Personality”: Mick Ronson Talks Trademark Tone

By Rod Brakes published

Video As ‘Hunky Dory’ turns 50 today we take a look back at the gifted guitarist who helped pave David Bowie’s path to success.

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The Allman Brothers Band 'At Fillmore East' album arwork

Here’s Why the Allman Brothers Band’s ‘At Fillmore East’ Still Holds Up 50 Years Later

By Jim Campilongo published

The classic album that gave southern rock a home.

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