Jul 20, 2022 · Some weeks back, we ran a poll on Guitar World to find out, and here, we’ll take you through the results. We’ll dive into the stories behind the songs and find out just what made those …

Jul 20, 2022 · Gilmour has explained he created this impression by recording five or six takes and compiling the finished solo from the best bits of each. The result is stunningly well written, with a …

Jul 20, 2022 · These solos are each full of slippery lines created by mixing major pentatonic and blues scales. The first solo was played on a Les Paul Junior that also provided the rhythm tone; the others …

Dec 17, 2024 · From a supernova of tapping and pitch-shifted metal guitar anarchy to all-star team-ups, here is your year in lead guitar – featuring Mdou Moctar, Diamond Rowe and some dudes named …

Jul 17, 2023 · The 21st century is still young but has already borne witness to some of the most spectacular guitar solo moments in the history of the instrument.

Dec 20, 2023 · “At its best, the solo can tell a story, give us a sense of spectacle, and even offer a window into a player’s soul”: These are the best guitar solos of 2023

Jan 17, 2023 · 10 solos every guitarist needs to hear from one of the most influential players to ever pick up the instrument

Apr 21, 2020 · Take this fierce castaway track that he relegated to the scrap heap (it probably got more spins in guitar-centric households than the A-side). The central riff is hard as nails, and when he …

Dec 14, 2022 · As voted for by you, and featuring the lead guitar skills of Nita Strauss, Sophie Lloyd, John Frusciante, Polyphia, Steve Vai and more, here are the solos that lit up your year

Jun 16, 2021 · Guitar players really don’t come any more iconic than Slash. Even his silhouette, with that trademark top hat and Gibson Les Paul slung low, is enough for any music fan to discern exactly …