How one of rock's most storied Les Pauls changed hands from one guitar hero to another
Page had known Joe Walsh, then a budding guitar hero with the James Gang, since his pre-Zeppelin days with the Yardbirds. And ...
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When Shane Fontayne had to play the Stairway to Heaven solo – in front of Jimmy Page
As a member of the Kennedy Center house band, Fontayne – best known for his tenures with Bruce Springsteen and Lone Justice – ...
The little-known guitarist Jimmy Page called best of all time
Jimmy Page, the legendary Led Zeppelin guitarist, has been revealing some of the heroes who shaped his iconic sound over the years.
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How Tommy Thayer’s high school disappointment fired him up for success
Kiss’ longest-serving Spaceman on sticking to the Les Paul when it wasn’t cool, the joy of discovering you’ve been playing ...
The unlikely band Jimmy Page called his favourite American rock group
Jimmy Page, the now-iconic guitarist and founder of the rock band Led Zeppelin, named a surprise band his "favourite American group”.
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Gibson has re-launched one of its weirdest ever guitars
The Gibson name may make you think of the Les Paul or the SG, but one of its stranger creations has just joined the guitar-maker’s Custom Shop line-up: the ...
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3 Songs From 1980 That Forever Changed Rock Guitar
Many albums from 1980 forever changed rock guitar. Here’s a look at three differing styles that helped inspire the legends that followed them.
'SNL50' highlights: Steve Martin, Tina Fey, John Mulaney, Eddie Murphy and more celebrate show's legacy
The Anniversary Celebration,' which featured iconic sketches, musical performances and appearances from former cast members.