Neil Giraldo

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Rick Derringer poses with his Gibson Explorer backstage at the Shaboo Inn in Willimantic, Connecticut, before performing with his eponymous group, June 1976.

Rick Derringer recalls a young Eddie Van Halen and performing with Johnny Winter

By Joe Bosso last updated

Since his first hit with "Hang on Sloopy" in 1965, the guitarist has been among the most active players in rock — on stage, in the studio and behind the board

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Neil Giraldo

“When the Vocal Stops, You Want to Make Sure That the Audience Isn’t Bored”: Neil Giraldo Details His Philosophy for Crafting Great Guitar Solos and Reflects on Career Highlights From Rick Derringer to Pat Benatar and Beyond

By Gary Graff published

The multiple Grammy winning-guitarist savors his Rock Hall induction and raves for the musical ‘Invincible’

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Rick Springfield plays guitar as he performs onstage at the Mill Run Theater, Niles, Illinois, September 6, 1981.

“I Didn’t Have Any Idea It Would Be a Hit”: Rick Springfield Tells the Story of His Unexpected 1981 Smash, “Jessie’s Girl”

By Joe Bosso published

The pop-rock ear-candy surprise hit that bucked convention and topped the charts.

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Zakk Wylde performs during the Generation Axe tour at The Fillmore on November 21, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan.

The Cars, Aldo Nova and Pat Benatar – Zakk Wylde Tips His Hat to these Unlikely Inspirations

By Guitar Player Staff published

The Ozzy Osbourne and Black Label Society shredder names his top three under-the-radar guitar solos.

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Neil Giraldo: My Career in Five Songs

Neil Giraldo: My Career in Six Songs

By Joe Bosso published

Neil Giraldo looks back on an amazing career, from “Jessie’s Girl” to “Heartbreaker.”

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