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The first time Marty Friedman saw Randy Rhoads play
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
It was a show that left a lasting impact on Friedman
I examined Rick Nielsen’s 500-strong guitar collection – and met a larger-than-life guitar hero
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Julien’s Auctions appraiser and guitar tech Mike Adams recalls spending five days among the Cheap Trick icon’s 500-instrument wonderland to select the 69 lots up for sale
Watch: Tony Iommi Releases New "Over the Violent Sun" Video to Celebrate New Record 'From the Dark'
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
The Lord has spoken! The post Watch: Tony Iommi Releases New "Over the Violent Sun" Video to Celebrate New Record 'From the Dark' appeared first on Metal Injection.
The Weekly Injection: New Releases From Tony Iommi, Entheos, and More Out This Week – 10.23
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
Plus releases from Boss Keloid, Forbidden, Polyphia, and Wolves In The Throne Room. The post The Weekly Injection: New Releases From Tony Iommi, Entheos, and More Out This Week – 10.23 appeared first on Metal Injection.
"A compact guitar with genuine shred appeal": Jackson Minion JS1X Dinky review
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Jackson shrinks its iconic Dinky design, letting young metalheads and travel guitarists shred on a diminutive scale at an affordable price
British Blues Hall of Famer Robin Davey says Joe Bonamassa has “screwed up” the blues and today’s players all sound the same
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse guitarist is not a fan of contemporary blues and says his new album is his “vision of what the blues can be”
How Jake Xerses Fussell’s adventures with blues guitar’s hidden gems have shaped him for life
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The folk alchemist treads a transformative path, rendering old songs new with little but a Telecaster and a tube amp
“My hero wasn’t just the guy I hoped he’d be. He was so much more than that”: Country legend John Anderson dies, aged 71
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The much-loved Country Music Hall of Famer was behind the classics Swingin' and Seminole Wind and latterly worked with Dan Auerbach
D16 Group Echolite: A Flexible Free Delay Plugin!
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
With D16 Group Echolite, you get a free delay plugin for your DAW, capable of producing modern and classic echo sounds for any style of music. The post D16 Group Echolite: A Flexible Free Delay Plugin! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Isla Electronics ASYX – The Andromeda A6 Reborn in Software
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
ASYX is Isla Electronics first foray into the world of synth plugins, and they've chosen something special to get the ball rolling. The post Isla Electronics ASYX – The Andromeda A6 Reborn in Software appeared first on gearnews.com.
The Mk.gee Guitar Tone: 3 Pedals for a Lo-Fi Signal Chain – Perfect Match!
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
How to get the Mk.gee guitar tone? If thatÄs what you're wondering, check out these suggestions for a signal chain! The post The Mk.gee Guitar Tone: 3 Pedals for a Lo-Fi Signal Chain – Perfect Match! appeared first on gearnews.com.
AKAI MPC 3.10 Update: Download This Before You Buy a New MPK Mini Plus II!
🗓️ October 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The latest update for MPC 3 brings some love to Standalone models, to MPC Desktop, and provides integration for the MPK Mini Plus II. The post AKAI MPC 3.10 Update: Download This Before You Buy a New MPK Mini Plus II! appeared first on gearnews.com.
The Digital Amp That Won Over Bonamassa
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Premier Guitar
Fender has unveiled the Tone Master ’59 Twin-Amp JB Edition, the first signature amplifier in Fender’s Tone Master series, created in close collaboration with blues-rock guitarist and longtime Fender artist Joe Bonamassa. Inspired by Bonamassa’s prized late-’50s high-powered tweed Twin amps — a mainstay of his touring and studio rig — the new model brings the sound and response of his vintage originals together with the versatility and functionality of Fender’s modern Tone Master platform. “I wa...
Darkest Hour DARKEST HOUR Talks Surviving Three Decades of Changes, Scene Youth, & More [Exclusive]
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
Guitarist Mike Schleibaum sat down with Frank Godla of Metal Injection for an exclusive interview about the past 30 years of melodic death metal Darkest Hour. Starting with discussions of […] The post Darkest Hour DARKEST HOUR Talks Surviving Three Decades of Changes, Scene Youth, & More [Exclusive] appeared first on Metal Injection.
Ola Strandberg on the fight to change the public perception of headless guitars
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Headless guitars are on the up, but they are still shunned by a large portion of guitar players
Best DJ Gear Under $500: Budget Booth
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Get a controller, speakers, headphones, Serato, the works! Find out how in this budget guide for the best DJ gear under $500. The post Best DJ Gear Under $500: Budget Booth appeared first on gearnews.com.
“An unusually exceptional budget electric guitar”: Squier Paranormal Troy Van Leeuwen Telecaster XII review
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The QOTSA guitarist's new signature Fender collab is a weird-ass Squier 12-string with Custom Shop provenance
Synth Journal: Modular News from Make Noise, Erica Synths, and Doepfer
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Synth Journal: a fancy new Eurorack case from Make Noise, a not-so-DIY drum machine from Erica Synths, and new 1U modules from Eurorack inventor Doepfer. The post Synth Journal: Modular News from Make Noise, Erica Synths, and Doepfer appeared first on gearnews.com.
ADAM Audio H715 Reference: Studio and Audiophile Headphones in 1?
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Introducing the new flagship ADAM Audio H715 Reference premium studio headphones, the ideal choice for mobile music production and mixing. The post ADAM Audio H715 Reference: Studio and Audiophile Headphones in 1? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Queens of the Stone Age Announce 2027 Tour With The Pixies
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
Hear some very loud guitar music in a very big venue. The post Queens of the Stone Age Announce 2027 Tour With The Pixies appeared first on Metal Injection.
Akai MPK Mini Plus II: Can You Say MPC Integration?
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The new MPK Mini Plus II from Akai Professional integrates directly with MPC Standalone and MPC Desktop. The post Akai MPK Mini Plus II: Can You Say MPC Integration? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Sonic Temple Announces 2027 Lineup Featuring Falling In Reverse, Iron Maiden, Korn + More
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
Your favorite band is probably playing. The post Sonic Temple Announces 2027 Lineup Featuring Falling In Reverse, Iron Maiden, Korn + More appeared first on Metal Injection.
Sonic Temple Announces 2027 Lineup Featuring Falling In Reverse, Iron Maiden, Korn + More
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
Your favorite band is probably playing. The post Sonic Temple Announces 2027 Lineup Featuring Falling In Reverse, Iron Maiden, Korn + More appeared first on Metal Injection.
Fender and Mark Hoppus release signature bass you can customize yourself – but it’s only available for 182 hours
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
With an exclusive Guava Green colorway and an accompanying sticker set, the limited-edition Jag Bass joins the blink-182 bassist’s growing signature lineup
Steve Lukather on the two players that nearly made him quit guitar
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Turns out, even the Toto guitarist and session ace went through a phase of doubting his abilities...
Electro-Voice EVOLVE G2: A Major Power Upgrade with Streamlined Control
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Electro-Voice EVOLVE G2 gets a serious power increase as well as hi-res color LCD displays, ergonomic enhancements, and the QuickSmart mobile app. The post Electro-Voice EVOLVE G2: A Major Power Upgrade with Streamlined Control appeared first on gearnews.com.
Session king Larry Mitchell on Nile Rodgers, Tracy Chapman, and what Steve Vai taught him
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The NYC sessioner shares war stories from a charmed career – and reveals his one big regret
Gretsch Catalina Evo: Electronic Drum Kit From Gretsch With Full-Sized Shells
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
With the Gretsch Catalina EVO series, the legendary drum maker releases its first electronic drum kit series. With fulls-sized shells! The post Gretsch Catalina Evo: Electronic Drum Kit From Gretsch With Full-Sized Shells appeared first on gearnews.com.
The Offspring guitarist Noodles steps back from live performances following sudden health issue
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Noodles will miss the band’s upcoming shows as he recovers from a health problem
Keith Urban doesn’t want to stop learning
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
He discusses what it’s like to play with some of his heroes, his favorite rare guitar, and the quirk of his playing that sometimes frustrates him
PRS has made a major metal play with the Tekton lineup – Guitar World editors react
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
A new era of PRS is here with the arrival of a family of metal guitars intent on shaking up the market
Fender unveils super-stylish Telecaster to help celebrate anniversary of Paul Smith (no, not that one)
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The surprise collab brings forth a vibrant Made in Japan Tele with specially voiced pickups, accessories, and fashion pieces
Malina Moye on the making of her signature Kramer Pacer Deluxe
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The blues-rock guitarist reveals how four years, four prototypes, one vision and raw emotion turned into her first signature guitar: the Kramer Malina Moye Pacer Deluxe
Roland TR-1000: Massive Update 1.50 Brings Keyboard Mode, New Analog Audio Routings, New Effects and So Much More
🗓️ October 22, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Use your Roland TR-1000 step buttons like a keyboard controller. That plus tons of new features in update 1.50. Now available! The post Roland TR-1000: Massive Update 1.50 Brings Keyboard Mode, New Analog Audio Routings, New Effects and So Much More appeared first on gearnews.com.
Watch: Metallica Releases Pro-Shot Footage of "Welcome Home" From The Sphere
🗓️ October 21, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
Fans were surrounded by visuals. The post Watch: Metallica Releases Pro-Shot Footage of "Welcome Home" From The Sphere appeared first on Metal Injection.
Iron Maiden Drummer Nicko McBrain Says Trump and His “Bunch of Cronies” Should Be Put in Jail
🗓️ October 21, 2026 | Source: Metal Injection
Nicko McBrain reveals he turned down a round of golf with Donald Trump, and says the president and his “bunch of cronies” should be put in jail. The post Iron Maiden Drummer Nicko McBrain Says Trump and His “Bunch of Cronies” Should Be Put in Jail appeared first on Metal Injection.