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“Dad let me organically follow whatever I wanted. That was his main mantra: ‘Just play.’ It’s that simple”: Wolfgang Van Halen on Allan Holdsworth, unintentional Van Halen-isms, and his go-to guitar-test riffs

As the son of one of the world’s most influential rock guitar players, it’s understandably taken Wolfgang Van Halen some time to feel comfortable in his own skin. Mammoth’s third full-length, The End, is undoubtedly the sound of his confidence growing stronger and stronger

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“You either had L1 and L2 and you were able to get a loud mix, or you didn’t, and you were an amateur”: Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Doja Cat and Billie Eilish mastering engineers reflect on the loudness wars, and ponder whether they really are over

In a new documentary, Waves CTO and co-founder Meir Shashoua says that he was accused of ruining music

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“The moment I discovered what it feels like to teach yourself a riff that you love, I was hooked. It feels like you're riding the universe”: Hole and Smashing Pumpkins' Melissa Auf der Maur reveals the bassists who compelled her to pick up the instrument

The ’90s bass icon pays homage to the other women in the scene at the time – and recalls how seeing them onstage was a total game-changer for her

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I just watched the first episode of Taylor Swift’s new Disney Plus doc — and there’s good and bad news

Taylor Swift's new Disney Plus documentary series has arrived, and after watching the premier, I'm surprised how emotional it gets.

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“I remember thinking, ‘This is like Eddie Van Halen’s death.’ He influenced so many, and he was one of a kind. His legacy is monumental”: Bruce Kulick remembers Ace Frehley, and the Frehley-era Kiss song that caused him the most trouble

The underrated guitar great recalls his 12 years trying to emulate the Spaceman while bringing something fresh to the band, all the time wondering how Frehley’s playing connected with so many guitarists around the world

Guitar World

Master the 12-string guitar: restringing, tuning and strumming made simple

Jimmy Page, Pete Townshend, the Eagles, and Richie Sambora swear by 12-string guitars for sonic sparkle – after this guide, you will too

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"I wanted people to leave the concert saying, I expected them to be good, but I had no idea they could or would deliver like this." Jimmy Page looks back on Led Zeppelin's historic 2007 reunion

"The euphoric tidal wave was overwhelming." Jimmy Page

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“The overall sample quality is decent, focusing on natural sounds within a mixed bag of styles, and promising to keep the majority happy”: EFnote Mini review

A fantastic looking ‘acoustic style’ e-kit, perfect for kids and adults alike

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Film with alleged antisemitic imagery meant to provoke debate – Primal Scream

The group were reported to police for showing a video at a London gig which appeared to include imagery of the Star of David entwined with a swastika.

Evening Standard

‘Harder work than almost any album we ever did’: Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here turns 50

As the classic album hits 50, Nick Mason talks about the often difficult process of making it and how it has since fit into their larger catalogue

The Guardian - US

“Arguably the greatest year in rock music history”: Warren Haynes to play legendary Jerry Garcia, Dickey Betts and Mike Bloomfield guitars at Gov’t Mule NYE show – honoring the music of 1971

The show at the Beacon Theatre in New York will see Haynes play classics from 1971 on guitars tied to three guitar greats

Guitar World

I Thought We Were Done Clowning About Taylor Swift’s Reputation, But Two Lyric Changes Have Brought The Theories Back In Full Force

Is it cool that she said all that?

Cinemablend

It feels good to be Jelly Roll. And now, he's ready to win a Grammy

Country star Jelly Roll is ready to win a Grammy

The Independent UK

Primal Scream defend image of swastika inside Star of David shown during London gig

Scottish rock band says image ‘meant to provoke debate, not hate’ after many at concert accuse group of antisemitism

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“I had to reassess why I was even playing. I stopped playing electric guitar for a year”: Steve Stevens says going on tour with Van Halen made him rethink his relationship with the guitar – and it gave way to one of his most experimental albums

After weeks of rock 'n' roll overstimulation, Stevens pivoted and spent a year traveling with a nylon-string

This small box from Sweden turns any speaker into a smart speaker for less than you'd think

Turn any speaker into an Amazon Echo rival with the Atonemo Streamplayer.

Metal Hammer

"I’ve always dreamed about it." Turnstile vocalist Brendan Yates reveals his bucket list side-quest ambition

The history-making hardcore vocalist wants to break new ground

The Guardian - UK

Taylor Swift: The End of an Era review – as she breaks down over the terror plot, it’s impossible not to feel her pain

The singer’s tears over the Islamic State terrorist plot against her show and Southport attack make this behind-the-scenes docuseries about her world-conquering tour more moving than anyone could have anticipated

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“Every time I watch videos of her playing guitar, I'm just melted on the floor. I think she's one of the most genius guitar players”: Danielle Haim names her biggest guitar influences, including the player she calls “the most underrated”

“I love muted jabs and more rhythmic playing,” she says. “I think that's the stuff that I really, really love”

The Guardian - UK

Robert Plant’s Saving Grace review – self-effacing superstar still sounds astonishing

Playing a mix of traditional folk and radically rearranged acoustic Led Zeppelin classics, the former Zep frontman is in fine voice – but also happy to step out of the spotlight

The Guardian - UK

Add to playlist: the slow-burn psychedelia of Acolyte and the week’s best new tracks

Unhurried trippy bass lines and poet Iona Lee’s commanding, velvety voice conjure a glamorously unhurried sense of hypnosis

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How a song rejected three times by The Beatles became the emotional and musical centrepiece of George Harrison’s classic solo album All Things Must Pass

At one point Harrison considered offering the song to Frank Sinatra

Louder

Cool new proggy sounds from Soen, Jazz Sabbath, Therion and more in Prog's brand new Tracks Of The Week

Great new prog from Holosoil, Fire In Her Eyes and more in this week's Tracks Of The Week

International Business Times UK

Eurovision Champ Nemo To Return Trophy Over Israel's Continued Entry

Nemo, Switzerland's 2024 Eurovision winner, returns their trophy in protest over Israel's participation.

Louder

“A vicious takedown of the record industry and the dreams it nurtures then exploits – in many ways a dry run for The Wall”: Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here remains mysterious at 50

Alienation, loss and a legendary live bootleg – the prog giants’ post-Dark Side masterpiece gets an impressive anniversary box set treatment.

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