Link Wray and the Impact of “Rumble”
May 2 marks guitarist Link Wray’s birthday. We honor it with a look at his signature song — one that influenced a generation of rock stars.
Let Vinnie Explain: Eddie Van Halen’s Guitar Sound
No one sounds like Eddie Van Halen. Pro musician Vinnie DeMasi explains a little of the magic to his technique.
U2’s The Edge: How Does He Get That Sound?
U2’s music is largely defined by the instantly-recognizable guitar sound of The Edge. What are some of his tricks to achieve it?
The Guitar in #1 Hits of the 80s: 1980-84
Plenty of 80s hits were highlighted by synthesizers. But guitars played key roles in some of the biggest #1 hits of the decade,
