The Who Ronnie Wood on the early days of Marshall, and his loudness war with the Who Alongside many other budding British guitar heroes of mid-'60s London, Wood – via Marshall – consistently pushed the boundaries of amplification “Young kids that buy their first really good guitar end up in a love relationship with it – I've never had that”: Why Pete Townshend won't apologize for his '60s-era guitar-smashing antics Rock's most famous guitar-smasher (mostly) abandoned that particular act over 50 years ago, but that doesn't mean he's wracked with guilt over his innumerable six-string beatings “I’ll Never Be Able to Play the Kind of Leads I Want”: Pete Townshend Discusses Guitar Solos, Gibson SGs and More in This Fascinating Interview From the ‘GP’ Vault “I was happiest listening to Jimi Hendrix – that, to me, was like heaven,” said the Who’s six-string destroyer Latest The Who 50 Years Ago, Rock and Roll Experienced One of Its Greatest Years: Here’s Why By Christopher Scapelliti published 6 July 23 With debut albums from Queen and Aerosmith, epic masterpieces by Mike Oldfield and Elton John, plus Pink Floyd’s ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ and Led Zeppelin’s ‘Houses of the Holy,’ 1973 was a multi-genre, stylistically freewheeling musical jamboree Listen to the Who’s Psychedelic Pop Masterpiece, “Dogs” By Christopher Scapelliti published 6 December 22 A champion of psychedelia, the group’s June 1968 single was a dog on the charts “When I Hear This Track, I Hear Rockfield”: Listen to Andy Fairweather Low’s Vibey New Release, "Somebody Wants My Soul" By Rod Brakes published 11 November 22 This brand-new track appears ahead of the legendary guitarist’s forthcoming album, ‘Flang Dang’ Here’s Why Leslie West is a Guitar Legend Like No Other By Mark McStea published 9 June 22 With fans that ranged from Pete Townshend to Eddie Van Halen and Yngwie Malmsteen, the Mountain guitarist inspired players across the genres. Jam-Jazz Cat Scott Metzger Steps Out With New Album ‘Too Close To Reason’ Armed With a Vintage Martin By Jimmy Leslie published 22 April 22 This intimate solo debut highlights the unique charms of a 1955 Martin 000-18. Rickenbacker Boss John Hall Endorses “Definitive” New Book at London Launch By Rod Brakes published 30 March 22 The Californian electric guitar innovator’s conclusive history is finally revealed in ‘Rickenbacker Guitars: Out of the Frying Pan Into the Fireglo.’ The Who Announce 2022 North American Tour By Jackson Maxwell published 7 February 22 The legendary rockers will criss-cross the continent from late April through late May, then again from early October through early November. Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Albums and Artists that Made 1971 Guitar’s Greatest Year By Vinnie DeMasi last updated 22 December 21 The spirit of ’71 is well and truly alive in this historical lesson. Watch The Who’s Earliest Known “My Generation” Performance Film By Rod Brakes published 3 December 21 Video This 1965 clip shows the fledgling rock stars causing a big s-s-sensation. Video Ethan Russell Unzips the Story Behind His Infamous 'Who’s Next' Cover Photo By Christopher Scapelliti published 5 November 21 How a slag heap on the heartland of England's heavy industry framed one of the most iconic shots in rock history. 1 2 Archives Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1“Robby and I looked at each other when the strings were being recorded and asked, 'Should we really be doing this?’ ” With 2 billion streams, Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris” is one of the most played songs in the world. Johnny Rzeznik reveals its odd history2"There was a guy walking down the street, singing it at the top of his lungs. I thought, 'Wow — that song can be interpreted a whole different way.' " Warren Haynes explains the lucky break that led to his transformational take on U2's "One"3“It took me months of searching through tens of thousands of photos. And there we had it: George Harrison at home with his collection of guitars.” An unusual guitar is at the center of a mystery about the Beatles' White Album, released 56 years ago today4"It came down to saying, ‘Man, you’re playing better than I am. You gotta take the part.’ You gotta be honest with each other, or it’s just going to be crap.” Scott Gorham recalls finding his footing with Thin Lizzy’s 1976 classic “Emerald”5“My lad will say, ‘You can’t play guitar like that,’ and I’m like, ‘Thank the Lord!’ ” Noel Gallagher’s son called him out because he can’t shred. His response was priceless
50 Years Ago, Rock and Roll Experienced One of Its Greatest Years: Here’s Why By Christopher Scapelliti published 6 July 23 With debut albums from Queen and Aerosmith, epic masterpieces by Mike Oldfield and Elton John, plus Pink Floyd’s ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ and Led Zeppelin’s ‘Houses of the Holy,’ 1973 was a multi-genre, stylistically freewheeling musical jamboree
Listen to the Who’s Psychedelic Pop Masterpiece, “Dogs” By Christopher Scapelliti published 6 December 22 A champion of psychedelia, the group’s June 1968 single was a dog on the charts
“When I Hear This Track, I Hear Rockfield”: Listen to Andy Fairweather Low’s Vibey New Release, "Somebody Wants My Soul" By Rod Brakes published 11 November 22 This brand-new track appears ahead of the legendary guitarist’s forthcoming album, ‘Flang Dang’
Here’s Why Leslie West is a Guitar Legend Like No Other By Mark McStea published 9 June 22 With fans that ranged from Pete Townshend to Eddie Van Halen and Yngwie Malmsteen, the Mountain guitarist inspired players across the genres.
Jam-Jazz Cat Scott Metzger Steps Out With New Album ‘Too Close To Reason’ Armed With a Vintage Martin By Jimmy Leslie published 22 April 22 This intimate solo debut highlights the unique charms of a 1955 Martin 000-18.
Rickenbacker Boss John Hall Endorses “Definitive” New Book at London Launch By Rod Brakes published 30 March 22 The Californian electric guitar innovator’s conclusive history is finally revealed in ‘Rickenbacker Guitars: Out of the Frying Pan Into the Fireglo.’
The Who Announce 2022 North American Tour By Jackson Maxwell published 7 February 22 The legendary rockers will criss-cross the continent from late April through late May, then again from early October through early November.
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Albums and Artists that Made 1971 Guitar’s Greatest Year By Vinnie DeMasi last updated 22 December 21 The spirit of ’71 is well and truly alive in this historical lesson.
Watch The Who’s Earliest Known “My Generation” Performance Film By Rod Brakes published 3 December 21 Video This 1965 clip shows the fledgling rock stars causing a big s-s-sensation.
Ethan Russell Unzips the Story Behind His Infamous 'Who’s Next' Cover Photo By Christopher Scapelliti published 5 November 21 How a slag heap on the heartland of England's heavy industry framed one of the most iconic shots in rock history.
