BROTHERS AND SISTERS

Duane Allman's death might have been the end of the Allman Brothers Band. Instead, it marked the start of a remarkable era in the group's life — and rock history.

Rhythm of Nations

How former West African star Peter One returned to music on his solo debut, Come Back to Me.

How Django Changed My Life

The gift of a Django Reinhardt album has kept on giving.

The Vintage Acoustic Maker No One Talks About Today

In the early 1920s, Lyon & Healy rivaled Martin with X-braced tops and plenty of bling.

MY CAREER IN FIVE SONGS

Kansas founding guitarist Rich Williams picks his greatest cuts from the group's 50-year history.

TIP SHEET

\"Put the guitar down.\" On his solo recordings or with Jason Isbell, Sadler Vaden lives by these pointers.

AN AMERICANA SALUTE TO VETS AND LIFE BUDDIES

Nashville's Billy Dawson makes a musical tribute that supports soldiers and service dogs, with help from Billy Sheehan and others.

DUANE BETTS STEPS OUT SOLO

The guitarist makes his full-length debut with Wild & Precious Life, featuring guests Derek Trucks and Marcus King.

MESA'S GREATEST HITS

The company's Mark VII 1x12 combo puts the long-running amp maker's best-loved circuits in one compact rig.

LARGER THAN LIFE

He's played on records by Johnny Cash, Neil Diamond and Donovan. As he drops his latest solo effort, Jonny Polonsky reflects on how he spun a few homemade cassettes into a remarkably varied music career.

MY CAREER IN FIVE SONGS

Billy Squier reveals secrets behind key tracks that span his solo career.

TIP SHEET

Feeling stuck in rut? Steve Morse has five ways to get you back in action and playing better than ever.

ASSISTED STRETCHING

Taylor Goldsmith talks Dawes' latest genre-extending effort and the benefits of bringing a hired guitarslinger on tour.

BACK IN BLACK

Angela Petrilli emerges from grief with a new band, a new EP and an inspired outlook on guitar.

SMALL WONDERS

Having nailed the vintage-style bolt-neck guitar, K-Line attempts golden age–inspired 1x12 combos. How do the Bevo and Manchester measure up?

How I Wrote... "Reminiscing"

Little River Band's Graeham Goble reflects on the group's 1978 hit and its famous fan - John Lennon.

KISS MY STRINGS

JAM Offset and Telecaster Bridges

VERTEX EFFECTS

Boost MK II + Volume/Expression Insert T

BOSS Katana-50 MkII EX

THE KATANA SERIES amps from Boss recently expanded with the introduction of three new Mkll models: a 50-watt 1x12, a 100-watt head and a 2x12 cabinet with Boss Waza speakers.

Open & Shut

How to liven up progressions by combining open and closed chords.

ACOUSTIC WAVES

The 2023 NAMM show was surging with innovative and environmentally savvy gear for acoustic players. We did a little surfing.

BEST SHOTS

As he savors his Rock Hall induction and raves for the musical Invincible, Neil Giraldo reflects on the highlights of his career — from Rick Derringer to Pat Benatar and beyond.

Still Killing

Fifty-five years since his solo bow, Harvey Mandel shows no sign of slowing down on his latest, Who's Calling. \"The Sustain King\" riffs with GP on his music, guitar technique and a certain player by the name of Eddie.

THE BLACK STRAT

An iconic instrument heard on Pink Floyd albums, including The Dark Side of the Moon, David Gilmour’s Black Strat underwent its fair share of modifications over the years. Here we explore its storied life and many mods.

ΜΟΟΝ RISE

As The Dark Side of the Moon turns 50, we go behind the scenes of Pink Floyd’s masterpiece, from its live origins to its studio metamorphosis, to explore David Gilmour’s gear and tone, and the stories behind every track.

How I Wrote..."Undun"

Randy Bachman reveals the influence of Lenny Breau, Bob Dylan and the Zombies in the Guess Who's 1969 hit.

Take a Stand

Inspirations for upping your stand game (you know you need it!).

Hybrid Heaven

As ALO drop their first studio album in eight years, Dan \"Lebo\" Lebowitz reveals his secrets to achieving glorious amplified acoustic tone.

GUY TALK

As he prepares to exit the world stage, blues guitar original Buddy Guy entertains Guitar Player with a dozen tales from his nearly 70-year career.

THE ART OF WAR

Three albums into their career, U2 found their triumphant sound and activist voice. Forty years on, The Edge and producer Steve Lillywhite discuss the album on which the group built its legacy.