Over the years, Petty has cemented himself as one of the most legendary artists and songwriters of the modern era. He was nominated for 18 GRAMMY awards, won three, earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, was inducted into the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, and is currently ranked 91st on Rolling …
Shopping for an acoustic electric guitar can get especially tricky when you’re on a tight budget. But don’t worry, there are still some pretty incredible guitars you can pick up without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced guitarist looking for a great sounding yet affordable acoustic electric guitar, there’s something for …
There’s a ridiculous number of cheap bass guitars available in today’s market. Like most products, “cheap” can also mean junk when it comes to bass guitars. This isn’t always the case of course. There are plenty of great playing, great looking, overall great value options available for you. The trick is sorting through the rubble …
Although likely not the first name that comes to mind when you hear the Foo Fighters, Pat Smear is an often unsung hero of Rock and Roll and a key figure in the band’s history. Smear has served as the Foo Fighters’ rhythm guitarist since the band rose to fame, creating rocking riffs and banging …
Most musicians play within a particular genre or become known for existing within a certain musical ecosystem. But few musicians have covered as much ground across the entire spectrum as multi-talented guitarist, singer, songwriter, mixing engineer, and overall goofball as Devin Townsend. From the most aggressive of metal, all the way to the most ambient …
Most guitar players are obsessed when it comes to guitar and all guitar-related gear and accessories, which is why you will often find them talking about different amps, pedals, effects, strings gauges, tuners, capos, gig bags, etc. The list just goes on and on. However, there is one small item, usually made out of plastic, …
In this article, we are going to take a look at one of the most important features of a guitar – pickups. Pickups affect your tone, your guitar volume, and ultimately factors in heavily to what your guitar will sound like coming out of the guitar amplifier. Various types of magnets, winding methods, and design …
One thing’s certain, modern rock music as we know it today just wouldn’t be the same without Jack White. Just around a time when rock and roll seemed to be missing a performer that was new and innovative, out came Mr. White as rock music’s hidden ace up its sleeve and took things to a …
If you’re a metalhead like me you probably don’t just love metal music, you want to play it too! There are so many great guitars out there for playing metal music. Generally speaking, you’ll be looking for something with a fast neck and hot pickups, possibly even active pickups! You’ll want a guitar designed for …
Every musician starts somewhere and choosing the right instrument is one of the most important first steps. Whether you’re looking for a guitar to play at home, jam around the campfire, or become the next Jimi Hendrix, you’ve come to the right place. This article will show you how to navigate the many factors involved …