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481. Fretboard Freedom: One-Lick-Per-Day Method for Visualizing and Navigating the Fretboard (3/19/2013)
Fretboard Freedom is now available at the Guitar World Online Store. This revolutionary approach to chord-tone soloing features a 52-week, one-lick-per-day method for visualizing and navigating the neck of the guitar. Rock, metal, blues, jazz, c...
 
482. Video: Nine Inch Nails Post 'Self Destruct' Tour Documentary (3/19/2013)
Nine Inch Nails have posted a documentary about their Self Destruct tour, and you can check it out on the Vimeo player below. The 75-minute film chronicles the band's tour from 1994 to 1996 and features appearances from David Bowie and Marilyn M...
 
483. Exclusive Interview: Black Sabbath Discuss New Album, '13' (3/19/2013)
“It's been 30 years since we last recorded an album together. It’s a huge f---ing deal,” says Ozzy Osbourne, in reference to Black Sabbath’s new studio album, 13, which is scheduled for release in June. Ozzy and bassist Geezer Butler are holdin...
 
484. Exclusive Premiere: Ana Popovic — "Can You Stand The Heat" (3/19/2013)
Today, GuitarWorld.com presents the exclusive premiere of a new song by guitarist Ana Popovic. The song, "Can You Stand The Heat," is the title track from Popovic's upcoming album, which will be released April 14 via ArtisteXclusive Records. Po...
 
485. Songcraft: A Guide to Structured Songwriting (3/19/2013)
In my musical travels, I’ve found there are generally two types of songwriters; those who create solely when inspiration calls and those who write via a structured work schedule. If, like me, you fall into the former, waiting-for-that-lightning-...
 
486. Interview: Hypocrisy Mastermind Peter Tägtgren Talks New Album, Production and Gear (3/19/2013)
Swedish death metal band Hypocrisy — led by vocalist, guitarist, songwriter and producer Peter Tägtgren — have been going strong for more than two decades. Hypocrisy, who continue to maintain a steady fan base, are now set to release their 12th...
 
487. Exclusive Free Download: Orianthi — "Filthy Blues" (3/18/2013)
Today through Friday, you can download a free song by Orianthi, who happens to grace the cover of the April 2013 issue of Guitar World. The song, "Filthy Blues," is from Orianthi's new album, Heaven In This Hell, which was released March 12 by...
 
488. The Record Producers Live: Tony Visconti to speak (3/18/2013)
Read more about The Record Producers Live: Tony Visconti to speak at MusicRadar.com PRESS RELEASE: Join record producer Steve Levine and BBC Radio 2 presenter Richard Allinson, the team who created the groundbreaking and award winning documentar...
 
489. Guitarist Ricky Byrd on Joan Jett, Les Pauls and new album, Lifer (3/18/2013)
Read more about Guitarist Ricky Byrd on Joan Jett, Les Pauls and new album, Lifer at MusicRadar.com "I'm a really good, well-rounded guitar player," says Ricky Byrd. "I'm good at playing for the artist I'm playing with, whether it's Joan Jett, R...
 
490. The A to Z of computer music: A (3/18/2013)
Read more about The A to Z of computer music: A at MusicRadar.com Computer Music magazine has begun a quest to collate all the essential digital music production terms - and they'll keep going forever (or until they run out of letters.)---------...
 
491. Video: Interview and Sacred Steel Lesson with The Slide Brothers (3/18/2013)
In the era of YouTube, and with the ubiquitous presence of camera phones and inexpensive digital recorders capturing almost every mundane moment of modern life, it’s difficult to imagine a musical genre or group of talented musicians remaining u...
 
492. Interview: Alex Lifeson Discusses Rush's Rock Hall of Fame Induction and Deluxe Reissue of '2112' (3/18/2013)
This is an excerpt from the April 2013 issue of Guitar World magazine. For the rest of this story, plus features on Jimi Hendrix, Orianthi, the Slide Brothers and more, check out the issue at the Guitar World Online Store. Despite an intensely ...
 
493. Interview: Warrant Bassist Jerry Dixon Discusses the Band’s Legacy and Summer Plans (3/18/2013)
From his early days playing the LA club circuit, bassist Jerry Dixon saw something in a young, up-and-coming band that piqued his interest. A late-night discussion with the band’s guitarist, Erik Turner, would eventually kick off a partnership ...
 
494. Interview: Incura Guitarist Royce Whittaker Talks Debut Album, Influences and More (3/18/2013)
Canadian theatrical hard rockers Incura released their self-titled debut album February 26 via Coalition Music and Warner Music Canada. As is evident from the lyric video of the song "Turning Blue" and the music video for “What Your Are” (embed...
 
495. Deep Purple Stream New Song, ‘Hell to Pay,’ Release ‘Now What?!’ Artwork (3/16/2013)
Deep Purple are streaming another new song off their upcoming album, Now What?!, which will be released April 30 in North America by earMUSIC. You can hear the track, "Hell to Pay," below. They've also released the album's complete track listin...
 
496. Dropkick Murphys' ultimate St Patrick's Day setlist (3/15/2013)
Read more about Dropkick Murphys' ultimate St Patrick's Day setlist at MusicRadar.com IRISH music comes second only to the coun
 
497. Zakk Wylde Announces West Coast Solo Acoustic Tour (3/15/2013)
Zakk Wylde has announced a West Coast solo acoustic tour. The tour, which kicks off April 21 and ends May 1, ties in with the April 9 paperback release of his book, Bringing Metal to the Children: The Complete Berzerker’s Guide to World Tour Dom...
 
498. Weekend Woodshed (3/15/2013)
Read more about Weekend Woodshed at MusicRadar.com Gangnam GrohlDave Grohl has surprised music fans at
 
499. New Book/CD: Get an Inside Look at Joe Bonamassa's Guitar Style (3/15/2013)
An Inside Look at the Guitar Style of Joe Bonamassa is available now at the Guitar World Online Store. The Legendary Licks series presents the music of a band or artist in a comprehensive play-along package. Each book contains note-for-note tran...
 
500. GearTunes, Sweetwater, Orange Amps and Ibanez Present "Ultimate Speaker Demo" (3/15/2013)
Through March 17, "The Ultimate Speaker Demo" will stream live at GearTunes.com and VintageGuitar.com. The event will take place at 25th Street Recording in Oakland, California. In support of the GearTunes.com site launch, Celestion, Electro-Vo...
 
501. 'Second Coming': Stryper's Michael Sweet Discusses New Albums, Book and Tour (3/15/2013)
Michael Sweet may just be the busiest guy on the planet. For this year alone, the Stryper frontman has plans for no fewer than three albums, two tours and an autobiography. The revival officially begins March 26, when Stryper release the approp...
 
502. Full Tilt: Six Tips for Warmer Fingers (3/15/2013)
Winter. I’m not big on it. If you play any instrument that involves dexterous finger work, you probably aren’t big on it, either. How many times have you started playing a fast riff or lick onstage and quickly realized your fingers weren’t movin...
 
503. SampleRadar: 332 free hip-rock samples (3/15/2013)
Read more about SampleRadar: 332 free hip-rock samples at MusicRadar.com Since Aerosmith and Run DMC kicked down the barrier between rock and hip-hop we've seen countless acts attempting to blend these seemingly distinct genres together.Now Samp...
 
504. Mike Keneally Band UK/European tour begins next week! (3/15/2013)
Read more about Mike Keneally Band UK/European tour begins next week! at MusicRadar.com For the first time ever, world-renowned virtuoso guitarist and multi-instrumentalist/composer Mike Keneally is bringing a full band from the US to share his ...
 
505. Deep Purple Post Lyric Video for New Song, "All the Time in the World" (3/14/2013)
Deep Purple recently posted an official lyric video for "All the Time in the World," the first single from their upcoming album, NOW What?!. The album will be released April 30 in North America via earMUSIC. The album, which was recorded in Nash...
 
506. Orianthi Celebrates Release of 'Heaven In This Hell' at Grammy Museum (3/14/2013)
Hours before hopping a plane to Switzerland to perform with Alice Cooper, Orianthi — who graces the cover of the April 2013 issue of Guitar World — celebrated the release of her new album, Heaven In This Hell, by playing to a sold-out crowd at t...
 
507. Interview: REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin Discusses Latest Tour, Guitars and 'Hi Infidelity' (3/14/2013)
Powered by the vocals and songwriting prowess of guitarist Kevin Cronin, REO Speedwagon continues to bring their brand of Midwest rock and roll to the masses. The band tours with an arsenal of hit songs, many of which can still be found in regul...
 
508. Interview: Voivod’s Michel "Away" Langevin Discusses New Album, ‘Target Earth,' Artwork and Lineup Changes (3/14/2013)
Canadian progressive thrash metal veterans Voivod released their long-awaited 16th studio album, Target Earth, on January 22. The album, their first to feature guitarist Daniel "Chewy" Mongrain, also marks the return of bassist Jean-Yves "Blacky...
 
509. Interactive Green Day special out now! (3/14/2013)
Read more about Interactive Green Day special out now! at MusicRadar.com For the world's first interactive Green Day fanzine, we've dug deep into the archives of Total Guitar, Metal Hammer and Classic Rock magazines to bring you classic intervie...
 
510. White Lightning: Ode to the Original B-Bender, Clarence White of The Byrds (3/14/2013)
Clarence White was a genuine double threat. His brilliant, Doc Watson-inspired acoustic flatpicking, which incorporated lightning-fast fiddle lines played on an already-vintage Martin D-28 guitar, helped the bluegrass world recognize the guitar...
 
511. Tommy Emmanuel to appear on Denmark Street (3/14/2013)
Read more about Tommy Emmanuel to appear on Denmark Street at MusicRadar.com Tommy Emmanuel is making an appearance at Westside's MI Showroom on London's legendary music mecca Denmark Street this Saturday. The acoustic guitarist will be stopping...
 
512. Gibson unveils Les Paul Custom Lite (3/14/2013)
Read more about Gibson unveils Les Paul Custom Lite at MusicRadar.com Gibson has unveiled the Les Paul Custom Lite, a reduced weight version of the classic design. The Custom Lite features a thinner body than the original, an alteration which sh...
 
513. Interview: Guitarist Craig Goldy Talks Working with Ronnie James Dio and Touring with Dio's Disciples (3/14/2013)
In the 1980s, guitarist Craig Goldy was already enjoying a fine career playing with bands like Rough Cutt and Giuffria and compiling an impressive resume. But in 1987, when Goldy filled the coveted guitar spot in Dio, he reached a new level of t...
 
514. The Oil Slick: Three Golden Rules for Surviving and Enjoying SXSW (3/14/2013)
South by Southwest (SXSW) might just be one of the most eclectic (and insane) festivals in the world. It's become something of a brilliant disaster, with throngs of people and a band list that will soon need its own billboard just to fit everyth...
 
515. The Oil Slick: Three Golden Rules for SXSW (3/14/2013)
South by Southwest (SXSW) might just be one of the most eclectic (and insane) festivals in the world. It's become something of a brilliant disaster, with throngs of people and a band list that will soon need its own billboard just to fit everyth...
 
516. Jazz Guitar Corner: Three Must-Know Jazzy Pentatonic Patterns (3/14/2013)
One of the first scales many guitarists learn is the minor pentatonic scale. Though it is a staple of the rock and blues worlds, many guitarists tend to leave this scale behind when they begin to explore the jazzier side of the music world. Whi...
 
517. Tab Book: Learn The Eagles' Greatest Hits from 1971 to 1975 (3/14/2013)
Learn the Eagles' greatest hits with the Eagles: Their Greatest Hits, 1971-1975 tab and transcription book, which is available at the Guitar World Online Store. The book, which costs $24.95, features guitar tab transcriptions of: • Take It ...
 
518. Music legend Boz Scaggs on 9 career-defining records (3/14/2013)
Read more about Music legend Boz Scaggs on 9 career-defining records at MusicRadar.com
 
519. Ron Asheton: Detroit's Real Cool Guitar Icon (3/13/2013)
For a guy who's ranked in the top 30 guitarists of all time by Rolling Stone, Ron Asheton managed to stay below the radar for many a rock music fan. Even after he passed away in 2009, Asheton's legacy hovered somewhere between "overrated" and "...
 
520. Former Iron Maiden Drummer Clive Burr Dead at 56 (3/13/2013)
Former Iron Maiden drummer Clive Burr died last night at age 56. Burr, who had suffered from poor health for many years after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, died peacefully in his sleep at home. Burr joined Maiden in 1979 and played on...