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In this issue
LEARN TO PLAY: PEARL JAM – ALIVE.
YAMAHA STANDARD PLUS PACS+12M...
100 GREATEST COVER VERSIONS
Way back in 1970, during a long night of drinking at a club in the German city of Bielefeld, the two guitarists in British rock band Status Quo heard a song that would change their lives.
![100 GREATEST COVER VERSIONS](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/-lV8Uxz-91721122860151/100-GREATEST-COVER-VERSIONS.jpg)
3 mins
NO MORE MR.BRIGHTSIDE!
The 10 songs you should never cover. Or at least think twice before trying...
![NO MORE MR.BRIGHTSIDE!](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/XuEJ_Bfl71721123230074/NO-MORE-MRBRIGHTSIDE.jpg)
3 mins
6 WAYS TO NAIL A COVER VERSION
Try out these creative tips and make your cover versions stand out
![6 WAYS TO NAIL A COVER VERSION](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/ZA2CilOet1721123372039/6-WAYS-TO-NAIL-A-COVER-VERSION.jpg)
2 mins
"YOU CAN IMAGINE A SONG IN A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT GENRE’
The mysterious Lord Phobos, guitarist for TWRP, has covered everything from disco to Def Leppard in his collaborations with tongue-in-cheek duo Ninja Sex Party. He explains what makes a great cover version - and reveals the one guitar and the one pedal he couldn't live without...
!["YOU CAN IMAGINE A SONG IN A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT GENRE’](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/HRDiLadgN1721123506038/YOU-CAN-IMAGINE-A-SONG-IN-A-COMPLETELY-DIFFERENT-GENRE.jpg)
8 mins
"SOME THINGS YOU WANT TO TWEAK AND MAKE YOUR OWN"
How the Foos' Chris Shiflett reworked two rock classics on his recent solo EP
!["SOME THINGS YOU WANT TO TWEAK AND MAKE YOUR OWN"](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/boEKJNESF1721123930881/SOME-THINGS-YOU-WANT-TO-TWEAK-AND-MAKE-YOUR-OWN.jpg)
4 mins
"IT GIVES ME PHYSICAL SATISFACTION TO PLAY FUNK RIFFS!"
Into the groove with Giacomo Turra, the Italian guitarist who made his name covering classics by Stevie Wonder, Bruno Mars and more...
!["IT GIVES ME PHYSICAL SATISFACTION TO PLAY FUNK RIFFS!"](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/3gqe5lM2b1721124431019/IT-GIVES-ME-PHYSICAL-SATISFACTION-TO-PLAY-FUNK-RIFFS.jpg)
5 mins
YAMAHA PACIFICA STANDARD PLUS PACS+12M
Yamaha's long-running doublecut finally gets a makeover
![YAMAHA PACIFICA STANDARD PLUS PACS+12M](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/OcAEwTO1d1721124748391/YAMAHA-PACIFICA-STANDARD-PLUS-PACS12M.jpg)
3 mins
IK MULTIMEDIA TONEX ONE
The most powerful amp modeller for its size, bar none
![IK MULTIMEDIA TONEX ONE](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/-HF_t2wvW1721125037764/IK-MULTIMEDIA-TONEX-ONE.jpg)
2 mins
SOLOKING MS-1 CUSTOM 22 HH
A great value guitar looking to clash headstocks with the big boys
![SOLOKING MS-1 CUSTOM 22 HH](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/1qAgYzpPk1721125140651/SOLOKING-MS1-CUSTOM-22-HH.jpg)
2 mins
BOSS KATANA-50 GEN 3
The Japanese giant cuts through the noise with its new practice amp
![BOSS KATANA-50 GEN 3](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/6239/1752366/OXh0dbGZR1721125267121/BOSS-KATANA50-GEN-3.jpg)
2 mins
Total Guitar Magazine Description:
Publisher: Future
Category: Entertainment
Language: English
Frequency: Monthly
Total Guitar Magazine is a monthly magazine published by Future. The magazine is aimed at guitarists of all levels, from beginners to professionals. Total Guitar Magazine features articles on a wide range of topics, including:
* Guitar reviews: The magazine reviews new and used guitars from all major manufacturers.
* Guitar lessons: Total Guitar Magazine provides guitar lessons on a variety of topics, such as scales, chords, and techniques.
* Guitar amps and effects: The magazine reviews new and used guitar amps and effects pedals.
* Guitar gear: Total Guitar Magazine covers all aspects of guitar gear, such as strings, picks, and cases.
* Guitar interviews: The magazine features interviews with guitarists from all genres of music.
Total Guitar Magazine is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about the guitar. The magazine is known for its high-quality journalism, its informative and engaging articles, and its commitment to providing its readers with the latest news and information about the guitar world.
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