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“Those were some deep demons that were trying to exorcise themselves. He played with such bad intention. Even when he was playing the quiet stuff”: Joe Bonamassa on what made Gary Moore a guitar legend – and how he got him hooked on Les Pauls

JoBo explains why Moore could play through anything and make it sound good, and how when you hear Sloe Gin at a Bonamassa show you're hearing the influence of blues guitar's Belfast boy

Guitar World

“A Whammy pedal might be sacrilege on a vintage National, but live, it’s really interesting!” Troy Redfern may play slide guitar, but he doesn’t want to sound like Derek Trucks – and his bold solo approach blazes a new blues trail

There's already a lot of hype about the British blues maestro's new Kickstarter-funded album. Redfern checks in to share his unconventional gear pairings, and how his solos are informed by Frank Zappa's musical philosophy

Guitar World

What is distortion and how does it actually work?

Distortion is one of the most common effect types, but it comes in a host of shapes and sizes. Let’s examine some of the science behind it…

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“A rhythmic motif so simple that even the most basic living organisms on this great planet can get down to it”: These are the best guitar riffs of 2023

Guitar World staff and readers name the finest riffs of the year – a list that unites the worlds of metal, rock, indie and more…

Guitar World

I’m loving mangers instead: why are there no wintry pop ballads any more?

In the 90s and 00s, you couldn’t move for pop stars emoting in warm coats – but this subgenre has been overtaken by pure Christmas fever

The Guardian - UK

Céline Dion ‘doesn’t have control over her muscles’ due to illness, says sister

Claudette Dion said singer’s future career was uncertain due to symptoms of stiff person syndrome, though ‘the idea is to return to the stage’

The Guardian - UK

Celine Dion ‘doesn’t have control of her muscles’ as she battles stiff person syndrome

Dion’s sister Claudette has given an update on her battle with the debilitating neurological condition

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Reggaeton Legends Don Omar and Daddy Yankee Showcase Musical Camaraderie

Capture an iconic moment with reggaeton legends, Don Omar and Daddy Yankee, showcasing their unity and friendship in a snapshot filled with musical magic.

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BTS to Blackpink: the 12 K-Pop bands you need to know

Still to jump on the bandwagon? These are the biggest and best bands to hit play on...

Evening Standard

Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible review – a straightforward portrait of unpretentious rockers

From their punk origins to their stadium-level success in the Live Aid and Breakfast Club era, this music doc finds the Glasgow band still sweetly and likably down to earth

The Guardian - UK

Sir Tom Jones: An Era Defined by Soul-Stirring Melodies

Explore a mesmerizing moment with Sir Tom Jones on stage. His soul-stirring melodies, amplified by the crowd's energy, define an iconic era.

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Chris Brown Exudes Coolness in Shopping Mode, Pondering Purchase Options

Capture a glimpse of Chris Brown's casual style as he scouts for shopping deals, exuding coolness in a black hoodie and cap. His style, his choices.

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Elton John Captures Candid Moments Embodying Spirit of Friendship

Explore an intimate snapshot of Elton John sharing a joy-filled moment with friends, highlighting the significance of laughter and camarity in life.

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"I used to shut the curtains, put on the headphones, drop the needle and not move a muscle till the final note": This is the soundtrack of K.K. Downing's life

Former Judas Priest man K.K. Downing picks his records, artists and gigs of lasting significance, and reveals why he prefers his new stuff to the old stuff

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Jimi Hendrix's London: an interactive map

Hotels, hangouts, crash pads, recording studios, sweaty gigs, swanky nightclubs… and where it all ended in tragedy: Jimi Hendrix was here

The Independent UK

Celine Dion’s sister shares heartbreaking health update after singer’s diagnosis

The singer announced she had been diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome in 2022

What Hi-Fi?

How to add a music streamer to your hi-fi system

Any traditional set-up can be made wireless with a good music streamer. Here's how to choose the best one for your system.

The Guardian - UK

Amp Fiddler, funk musician with all-star collaborations, dies aged 65

Joseph Fiddler performed and recorded with Prince, Seal and Maxwell, and mentored hip-hop producer J Dilla

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"This is not gonna be the end of Magnum, but the future might have to be a bit different": Magnum cancel upcoming dates as Tony Clarkin is diagnosed with a rare spinal condition

Magnum guitarist and songwriter Tony Clarkin shared the news on the band's social media channels

Marie Claire

Madonna Playfully Confronts Bravo’s Andy Cohen From the Stage During A Celebration Tour Stop In Brooklyn

“If you say one more bad thing about me on your show…you’re gonna get in so much trouble.”

Marie Claire

Hip Hop Fans Bow Down—Nicki Minaj Remains the Highest-Selling Female Rapper

Time to tally up all the records she broke after 'Pink Friday 2' dropped.

Evening Standard

Musicians in Iceland call for Israel to be excluded from 2024 Eurovision Song Contest

Russia was banned from competing in 2022 following its invasion of Ukraine

Marie Claire

Madonna Thanks “One Very Important Woman” Who She Says “Saved My Life”

“I don’t even remember; I passed out on my bathroom floor and woke up in the ICU ... She saved my life.”

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Pixie Lott's Stylish Performance of Beloved Christmas Tune by MacGowan

Pixie Lott gives a riveting performance of a beloved Christmas song in a chic black outfit, crediting Shane MacGowan for the original composition.

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"Hardcore fans always talk to us about the first five albums, the cooler, blurrier, druggy art school ones that no-one bought": why Simple Minds tired of cult status and went for broke

There's a new Simple Minds documentary coming, and it helps explain where things went right and wrong for the Glasgow band

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