In this issue

WALTER BECKER (1950–2017) Guitar World pays tribute to the Steely Dan legend responsible for such classic rock gems as “Do It Again,” “Reelin’ in the Years” and “Hey Nineteen”—not to mention a most reluctant guitar hero.

THE FOO FIGHTERS They should be on a break right now, but the Foo Fighters would always rather rock than rest. Dave Grohl, Chris Shiflett and Pat Smear sound off on what got them to cut their vacation time early and crank out the new Concrete and Gold.

A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO PICKUPS Active or passive? Humbucker or single-coil? And what the heck is a “henry”? Let us answer these and countless other questions you might have with this comprehensive guide to the dizzying world of electric guitar pickups.

Burning Man

For the Second Act of Defiance Album, Old Scars, New Wounds, Ace Shredder Chris Broderick Takes His Playing to New Levels of Hotness. 

3 mins

JD McPherson

This One-time Art Teacher Got the Ax, Grabbed His Ax and Put His Undivided Heart & Soul Into His Vintage Brand of Rock and Roll.

2 mins

Greta Van Fleet

With Their Refreshingly Retro Attitude and Guitar-fueled Sound, the Michigan-based Four-piece Look to Make the Mainstream a Safe Place for Rock Again.

2 mins

The Thrill Is Gone - 1950 - 2017

Guitar World pays tribute to Walter Becker, the Steely Dan legend responsible for such classic rock gems as “Do It Again,” “Reelin’ in the Years” and “Hey Nineteen”—and a most reluctant guitar hero.

9 mins

World Power

Their band members come from all over the globe and their latest album and single are tearing up charts and playlists like never before. From the looks of things, it’s clear that, after more than 20 years, this is ARCH ENEMY’s moment of triumph.

10+ mins

Heavy Duty

They Should Be on a Much-needed Break Right Now, but the Foo Fighters Would Always Rather Rock Than Rest. Dave Grohl, Chris Shiflett and Pat Smear Sound Off on What Got Them to Cut Their Vacation Time Early and Crank Out the New Concrete and Gold.

10+ mins

Iron Horse

Mesa Triple Crown Tc-50

3 mins

Resonant Waves

Hughes & Kettner Era 1 

2 mins

Everybody's Appy Nowadays

Fusion Guitar

3 mins

On The Right Track

Tascam Track Factory

2 mins

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Guitar World Magazine Description:

For more than 31 years, Guitar World has served as North America's leading publication for rock guitarists, providing unique instructional content, exclusive photography and interviews with the genre's leading celebrity guitarists. Each month, Guitar World offers lessons that help players refine their craft, in-depth reviews of the latest guitars, amplifiers and effects, current happenings from around the rock scene, celebrity columnists and one-on-one conversations with artists ranging from iconic superstars to the young guns of today.