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“As soon as I heard the news, I turned to my roommate and said, ‘That's my gig.’ The next day, Dave rings”: Steve Vai on how he joined David Lee Roth’s band – and Roth’s desire to “beat Van Halen”
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
In 1985, Vai was recruited to join Roth's post-Van Halen band – and the singer had lofty ambitions for his new project
“I just don’t see them as, ‘Oh, a nice guitar,’ or ‘a nice pedal.’ I see the hours behind them. I see, ‘Wow, somebody really committed hours and energy and their soul’”: Seal is a secret tonehound – and he has great taste in gear
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
The Kiss from a Rose hitmaker reveals his penchant for boutique pedals and unique philosophy toward guitar gear
David Byrne on Talking Heads Reunion Rumors: ‘You Can’t Turn the Clock Back’
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Music News
In his new Rolling Stone Interview, the former frontman talks about how he's grown since the days of Stop Making Sense, and why he's not interested in going back
“No decisions have been made”: Staff at Ed Sheeran guitar builder Lowden Guitars reportedly slated for redundancy following “the natural end of the acoustic boom experienced during the Covid-19 period”
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
According to reports by the Belfast Telegraph and sources close to the staff, the Sheeran-endorsed brand is experiencing “ongoing losses due to a decline in demand”
Hear Robert Plant and Saving Grace’s Take on the African American Spiritual ‘Gospel Plough
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Music News
New single comes from the upcoming LP Saving Grace, which features songs by Memphis Minnie, Bob Mosley, Blind Willie Johnston, the Low Anthem, and Martha Scanlan
John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Political Period Focus of Massive ‘Power to the People’ Box Set
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Music News
9CD/3 Blu-ray collection, compiled by Sean Ono Lennon, features 90 unreleased tracks from his parents’ archive spanning the early Seventies
Steve Lacy Is One of Modern Pop’s Most Unique Talents. Don’t Make a Big Deal About It
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Music News
He’s a wildly talented musician and style icon with several streaming-era classics under his belt. Up next: His most personal album yet
Dubreq Stylophone Gen X-2 Now Available!
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: gearnews.com
The Dubreq Stylophone Gen X-2 is finally out - and it's even got CV and gate! The post Dubreq Stylophone Gen X-2 Now Available! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Harley Benton Tube Head Switch: Use 2 Tube Heads at Once
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: gearnews.com
Harley Benton Tube Head Switch. Seamlessly switch between two tube amps while protecting your gear. The post Harley Benton Tube Head Switch: Use 2 Tube Heads at Once appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Sleep Token are big fans of what we did, and they’re the biggest rock band in the world right now. That means a lot”: From Oceansize to Biffy Clyro and now Cardiacs, Mike Vennart is one of the UK’s greatest under-the-radar guitar talents
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
With a style somewhere between shred, Slayer and Pavement, Mike Vennart has headlined some of the world’s biggest festivals, played with Dave Lombardo, and now he’s fronting his all-time favorite band. He attempts to make sense of the many twists and turns in his career
“No two guitars will be the same”: Gibson launches signature version of Noel Gallagher’s mystery Oasis reunion Les Paul – one of 2025’s most talked about guitars
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
Only 25 will be made, each representing a classic Oasis track
With up to 20% off left-handed guitars at Thomann, southpaw players finally have a sale to call their own
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
Finally, a sale aimed purely at left-handed guitarists, but act fast, lefties, it won’t be around for much longer
“You don’t want your favorite tone. The secret is to set your gain, roll your volume back and challenge yourself to play cleaner”: Joe Bonamassa on defying the blues police, his greatest tone discoveries and why you’re not a success until you’re a meme
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
When you’re on a winning streak, don’t mess with the formula – and opinions be damned, says blues phenomenon Joe Bonamassa
With a colossal $530 off an American Ultra Luxe Telecaster, £320 off the American Performer Strat and so much more, Fender isn't holding back in this epic sale
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
In the market for a new USA-made Fender? Check out up to 20% off at the official Fender shop
“It might be a slightly different hue, sonically speaking, but the build and sound quality is all there”: Taylor Builder's Edition 514ce Kona Burst review
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Latest from Guitar World
We take a look at the new Builder’s Edition 514ce to examine its upgrades and refinements. A worthy alternative? Let’s take a look
Behringer BM-13 Phaser: Available Now!
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: gearnews.com
Behringer BM-13 Phaser recreates a classic 12-Stage phaser from the 1990s. The post Behringer BM-13 Phaser: Available Now! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Behringer BM-12 Ring Modulator: It is Available Now and Even Cheaper!
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: gearnews.com
The Behringer BM-12 Ring Modulator is finally here after being teased back in 2023! The post Behringer BM-12 Ring Modulator: It is Available Now and Even Cheaper! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Watch Goose Debut Reflective Single ‘Madalena’ on ‘Fallon’
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Music News
The song comes off the band's new album, Chain Yer Dragon
In-Ear Monitoring for DJs 2025: More Control, Less Ear Strain – the Path to Better Mixes!
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: gearnews.com
In-ear monitoring for DJs delivers clear sound, protects your hearing, and ensures precise transitions, even in loud clubs. The post In-Ear Monitoring for DJs 2025: More Control, Less Ear Strain – the Path to Better Mixes! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Priscilla Presley Sued for $50 Million by Partners She Accused of Elder Abuse
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Music News
"They want the truth out, and they want to be vindicated,” a lawyer for the business partners tells Rolling Stone
Sabrina Carpenter Is Understandably ‘Freaking Out’ About Her Feature on Taylor Swift’s Album
🗓️ August 14, 2025 | Source: Music News
The singer is the only collaborator on Swift's forthcoming LP, The Life of a Showgirl
Taylor Swift Made ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ While on the Eras Tour: ‘I Was Physically Exhausted’
🗓️ August 13, 2025 | Source: Music News
Singer shared that she'd fly to Sweden in between shows to finish the LP, co-produced with Shellback and Max Martin
Taylor Swift Reunites With Max Martin, Shellback for ‘The Life of a Showgirl’: ‘Best Ideas We’ve Ever Had’
🗓️ August 13, 2025 | Source: Music News
The superstar tapped the Swedish producers for her 12th studio album
Taylor Swift Unveils ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Cover, Sabrina Carpenter Feature
🗓️ August 13, 2025 | Source: Music News
The upcoming LP, co-produced with Max Martin and Shellback, will drop Oct. 3
Taylor Swift Makes Appearance on Travis Kelce’s ‘New Heights’ Podcast: ‘This Podcast Got Me a Boyfriend ‘
🗓️ August 13, 2025 | Source: Music News
The couple appear in conversation together for the first time during the Kelce brothers' show
Kanye West Documentary ‘In Whose Name?’ Gives Private Look at His Public Meltdown
🗓️ August 13, 2025 | Source: Music News
Rapper snaps at ex-wife Kim Kardashain and declares he’s off his meds in trailer for film shot over six years by director Nicolas Ballesteros
Justin Bieber Finds Peace in Iceland for ‘First Place’ Video
🗓️ August 13, 2025 | Source: Music News
New black-and-white video is second visual from July album Swag