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Steve Hunter and Lou Reed

Steve Hunter hated the look of his '59 Les Paul TV Special – but tonally, it was love at first strum

By Phil Weller published

The 'unsightly' six-string played a key part in Lou Reed’s reputation-reviving live album, Rock ‘n’ Roll Animal

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Gibson Certified Vintage lineup July 27 2023

Gibson’s Latest Batch of Certified Vintage Guitars Includes Some Total Classics (and One of the Weirdest Guitars Ever Made!)

By Rod Brakes published

A “mint” 1960 Les Paul Standard ‘Burst dubbed Sunny by Kirk Hammett remains unsold

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1960 Gibson SG Special

The SG Special Is One of Gibson's Most Overlooked Guitars - Here's What You Need to Know

By Dave Hunter published

As the replacement for the Les Paul Special, this classic solidbody was a well-appointed entry point to Gibson’s golden age

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Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, Joey Kramer (drums), Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith perform on 'The Midnight Special" in 1974.

Watch Aerosmith Perform Their First Major Hit Live on TV in 1974

By Rod Brakes published

Video The Bad Boys from Boston showcase their dark, dreamy classic rock anthem “Dream On.”

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