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Aug 09, 2021

Guitarist Makes a 6-String Guitar Sound Like a 12-String in Wish You Were Here

Ever since I came across Yoni Schlesinger’s cover of Dire Straits' Brothers in Arms, I’ve been a fan and a…
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Apr 11, 2025

How to Get the ‘Wicked Game’ Guitar Tone – Effects, Amp & Gear Guide

Artist: Chris IsaakAlbum: Heart Shaped WorldRelease Year: 1989Guitarist: James Calvin Wilsey Wicked Game by Chris Isaak is one of those…
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Jul 01, 2019

AC/DC’s “You Shook Me” Unplugged Acoustic on the Howard Stern Show

AC/DC is one of those rare bands that has always avoided doing any kind of unplugged version of their songs.…
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May 11, 2015

Kurt Cobain’s Alleged Guitar Sold on “Final Offer”

In 2012, a guitar allegedly owned by Kurt Cobain appeared on the Discovery Channel show "Final Offer." Since exploring guitars…
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Mar 31, 2022

Eric Clapton’s Unplugged – The Story Behind the Acoustic Reinvention of Layla

There’s no denying that the original recording of Layla, featuring Duane Allman, is one of the most iconic songs in…
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Sep 30, 2022

Rare 1958 Gibson Les Paul Standard with Bigsby Listed on Reverb – A Closer Look

When it comes to vintage Les Paul Standards, three years are most coveted: 1958, 1959, and 1960. However, it’s the…
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Jan 20, 2018

Rare Kurt Cobain Guitar Pedal Sparks Debate on History Channel’s ‘Pawn Stars’

It’s surprising how often a piece of gear pops up for sale with the seller claiming it once belonged to…
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Feb 16, 2024

Greatest Album Covers of All Time – From 1967 to 2021

Album cover art in the past was a unique experience. It was not only about the music, but the artwork…
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Jul 16, 2019

Best Guitarists of the 90s and Their Greatest Live Moments

Creating the ultimate list of anything, especially when it comes to ranking the best guitarists, is always tricky. Everyone has…
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Oct 01, 2024

The Night Kurt Cobain Brawled at Trees Dallas and Smashed More Than Guitars

Kurt Cobain’s chaotic night at Trees in Dallas on October 19, 1991, remains one of the most infamous moments in…
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Jan 27, 2024

How The Mamas and The Papas Landed in Hot Water with Censors

In music history, The Mamas and the Papas' debut album, If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears, stands out…
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Sep 01, 2022

How Good is OpenAI’s DALL-E at Drawing Guitars

Just this morning, I woke up with an invitation to join the DALL·E platform. In case you're not familiar with…
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