Jeff Beck's stage-used prototype Graffiti Yellow Fender Stratocaster sells at auction for over $94,000 By Jackson Maxwell published 26 May 23 The guitar has a fascinating history, heavily intertwined with Beck's significant role in the development of the Strat Plus
Jimmy Page and Jack White both loved Metallica's St. Anger, according to Bob Rock By Matt Parker published 26 May 23 The guitar heroes – and It Might Get Loud co-stars – expressed their appreciation for the highly polarizing album in separate encounters with the producer
This week's essential guitar tracks: two of YouTube's biggest shred heroes team up and a slide titan pays tribute to a Southern rock guitar legend By Michael Astley-Brown published 26 May 23 This week has played host to some of 2023's most exciting tracks so far from Sophie Lloyd and Cole Rolland, Royal Blood, Starbenders, Evile, Mutoid Man, Duane Betts ft. Derek Trucks, Buck Meek and a whole lot more
DigiTech just dropped a major announcement that made us even more excited about what's in store By Matt Owen published 26 May 23 Four of DigiTech and DOD’s most influential minds have returned to lead the renewed brands, and some huge pedal releases have already been teased
Nikki Sixx alleged someone replaced his bass parts on early Mötley Crüe albums, says Bob Rock By Matt Parker published 26 May 23 The Mötley Crüe producer recalled a conversation he had during the making of Dr. Feelgood – and stressed Sixx is now “an amazing bass player”
Steve Vai called him “the evolution of guitar”, Tosin Abasi said he was “a virtuoso beyond virtuosos” – now Matteo Mancuso shares his mind-twisting new single By Matt Owen published 26 May 23 Al Di Meola and Joe Bonamassa have also waxed lyrical about the innovative player in the past – and his latest effort, Drop D, will melt your face clean off
Melbourne Guitar Show 2023: Phil Manning on his five favourite guitars By Ellie Robinson published 28 February 23 "I just love guitars and, although I’m definitely not a collector, I have quite a few, all of which are special in their own way"
NOFX’s Fat Mike on Australia, ‘Double Album’ and the power of pegging By Ellie Robinson published 29 November 22 Ahead of the punk icons’ hotly awaited return down under, Australian Guitar gets the lowdown on NOFX’s upcoming 15th AND 16th albums, what the future holds beyond their final tour, and… Lots of sex stuff
Adalita: “I thought the songs were just too good to not release” By Ellie Robinson published 29 November 22 Nine years in the making, Magic Dirt frontwoman Adalita has returned with her third solo album, ‘Inland’. Australian Guitar finds out why it’s worth the wait
Australian Guitar’s Fresh Frets: Vol. 12 By Ellie Robinson published 25 November 22 On the lookout for your next favourite Aussie band? You've come to the right place – here are five of the locals we're loving most at the moment!
Spotlight: Hallie By Ellie Robinson published 23 November 22 The new EP, ‘This Is Love’, is out in February
Devin Townsend: “I’m a pretty tranquil person, but that’s mixed with a constant undercurrent of anxiety and intensity” By Ellie Robinson published 17 November 22 Devin Townsend is back at his theatrical best, presenting his most refined self on ‘Lightwork’. Australian Guitar taps into the brightness
L.S. Dunes: “We needed a place to put our hearts and souls, musically, during the pandemic” By Ellie Robinson published 16 November 22 L.S. Dunes might comprise members of the most iconic bands in post-hardcore, but you shouldn’t dare call them a “supergroup”. Australian Guitar finds out why
Slowly Slowly: “I want to help people party through the pain” By Ellie Robinson published 15 November 22 On their game-changing fifth album, Slowly Slowly slam their darkest lyrics into their brightest songs, making for one hell of a musical rollercoaster. Australian Guitar takes it for a ride
Joji Malani, aka Pei: “As a solo artist, I’m able to be way more intentional about everything” By Ellie Robinson last updated 14 November 22 On his debut album as Pei, ex-Gang Of Youths strummer Joji Malani welcomes us to a world of technicolour indie-pop. Australian Guitar takes a first-class tour
Spotlight: Viktor Rufus of Kirklandd By Ellie Robinson published 11 November 22 The new single, ‘OTHERSIDE’, is out now
Nova Twins: “Half of my family is from Australia, so I’ve always wanted to go and see what the vibe’s like” By Ellie Robinson published 8 November 22 Less than a month away from their live debut Down Under, Nova Twins take Australian Guitar behind the scenes of their audio-visual assault
Sly Withers: “For however challenging it was to dive that deep into our songs, it was equally exciting” By Ellie Robinson published 3 November 22 Just a year on from their second album, Sly Withers have returned with clearer minds and catchier hooks. Australian Guitar journeys through the fierce rock foliage of ‘Overgrown’
Ocean Alley: “We’re definitely conscious of trying to give each other space” By Ellie Robinson published 1 November 22 Australian Guitar gets groovy with the kings of cruise-rock, Ocean Alley
Alter Bridge: “By learning how to turn down the noise in my brain, I can centre in on the music” By Australian Guitar published 28 October 22 As they wade through the waters of the new world around them, Alter Bridge have grown a new appreciation for their art, and developed new perspectives for how they should approach it
Spotlight: Bec Sandridge By Ellie Robinson published 26 October 22 The new EP, 'Lost Dog', is out now
Orianthi: “I wanted the verses to focus more on storytelling than aggression” By Australian Guitar published 21 October 22 Orianthi’s fifth studio album, ‘Rock Candy’, is pretty damn sweet. The Adelaide pop-rocker tells us how it came about
Big Scary: “Our mental ethos played a big part in how the songs came together” By Ellie Robinson published 14 October 22 Just a year after dropping their “comeback” album, Big Scary have already whipped up another – and this one, thankfully, sees them bring the guitar back
Spotlight: Max Jacobson of Grenade Jumper By Ellie Robinson published 12 October 22 The new single, ‘Did You Imagine’, is out now
Live Review: King Stingray, Melbourne 08/10/22 By Ellie Robinson published 10 October 22 “Their entire set was infallibly tight and meticulously paced”
The Wonder Years: “We only want to put out records that respect our fanbase and our legacy” By Ellie Robinson published 5 October 22 The Wonder Years have officially peaked with ‘The Hum Goes On Forever’, an album chronicling a decade and a half of determined growth. Australian Guitar gets the lowdown on it
The legend of Marvin Gaye's What's Going On is that James Jamerson was so drunk he played the bass lying down By Mike Brooks published 28 May 23 And yep, most of us can’t play those basslines standing up and completely sober
Tina Weymouth: “I know Bono used me to taunt Adam Clayton when U2 were starting out” By Gregory Isola published 26 May 23 One of the bass world’s most influential female figures talks gender stereotypes and why her small stature was “almost like a dare to boys”
Best resonator guitars 2023: our pick of the best dobro guitars for blues, bluegrass and country By Matt McCracken published 26 May 23 Release your inner hound dog with these super strummers from Gretsch, Epiphone, Fender and more
Robert Trujillo: “We have more riffs than we know what to do with. With every handful of riffs we get out of Kirk, there’s another 500 we didn’t hear” By Amit Sharma published 26 May 23 Now a 20-year veteran as Metallica bassist, Trujillo details the secret weapons that locked in with James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett's guitar tones on 72 Seasons, and the key to getting extra grit from fingerstyle bass
In 1965 Elvis Presley was playing bass guitar, with a little help from Paul McCartney By Nick Wells published 25 May 23 Paul McCartney: “He was trying to learn bass, so I was like, ‘sit down, let me show you a few things’”
7 ways playing guitar can benefit your mental health By Alison Richter published 25 May 23 Guitar is more than a hobby – here are 7 ways it can help you deal with the challenges life throws at you
Best electric guitar strings 2023: the finest electric guitar strings for every budget and playing style By Chris Corfield last updated 15 May 23 Keep your axe feeling and sounding fresh with the best electric guitar strings on offer right now
Best acoustic guitars 2023: 12 top options for guitarists of all ages and abilities By Chris Corfield last updated 11 May 23 Guitar World’s pick of the best acoustic guitars from Fender, Gibson, Martin, Taylor, Epiphone and more
Best acoustic guitar strings 2023: outfit your acoustic with the strings it deserves By Chris Corfield last updated 17 April 23 Our pick of the best acoustic guitar string sets, and everything you need to know about them
Dunlop Cry Baby Bass Wah: the most recognizable effects pedal ever made? By Nick Wells published 5 April 23 Classics don’t come much more heavyweight than the Cry Baby wah-wah and the 105Q Bass edition is no exception
Best pedalboards 2023: 11 budget-spanning picks to help organize your guitar effects By Jonathan Horsley last updated 29 March 23 Get the best from your effects with these 'boards from Voodoo Labs, Boss, Friedman and more
Best reverb pedals 2023: 14 great options for your pedalboard By Michael Astley-Brown last updated 29 March 23 Take a deep dive into the cavernous world of 'verb and explore the best reverb pedals for every budget
Origin Effects M-EQ Driver review By Trevor Curwen published 26 May 23 Origin Effects builds on the sonic signature of a 1950s EQ unit, offering a flexible new take on drive pedals
Danelectro Blackout ’59M NOS+ review By Dave Burrluck published 24 May 23 Danelectro’s most famous guitar recently celebrated its 60th Anniversary and now gets a stage-aimed refresh for 2023
Cort G300 Glam and G300 Raw review By Dave Burrluck published 22 May 23 Cor-Tek might make a colossal number of guitars for other people, but its own brand, Cort, is gaining traction with sharply priced and very well-spec’d guitars such as this new G300 duo
TWA SH9 Scott Henderson Signature Distortion review By Paul Riario published 19 May 23 This co-creation between the jazz/blues fusion virtuoso and Tube Screamer designer Susumu Tamura is up there with the great distortion pedals of our time
Maybury Cholla review By Dave Burrluck published 16 May 23 Most of us are happy with off-the-shelf guitar designs, but there’s nothing quite like ordering up your own custom-made guitar. We asked Maybury Guitars to build us one, and this is what we received
Harley Benton Twoface review By Alex Lynham published 15 May 23 Meet the no-nonsense, one-stop blues box that partners TS-style drive with tremolo for a measly 85 bucks