December 4, 2012
I don’t know what it is about singing the f-bomb softly over an acoustic guitar but I love it every time and it always makes me giggle.
November 19, 2012 There’s not much that about this video that doesn’t say Q103. Guitars and hot girls is pretty much what make this world turn.
Aerosmith and the Global Warming Tour are coming to the Times Union Center on June 29th. For over 40 years Brad Whitford and Joe Perry have created some incredible riffs. To get you pumped up for the show, here is a list of a top 5 Riff driven Aerosmith songs.
The creator of the amplifier most synonymous with rock music, the Marshall amp, has passed away at 88 years old.
Southern heavy metal giants Mastodon have been taking the rock world by storm lately. Their last album Crack the Skye being their biggest success. Their new album The Hunter is also making some noise and they sat down to talk about some of the inspiration behind the latest single "Black Tongue".
British humor is sometimes an acquired taste, but in this instance it's just not funny at all. A man named Tubes from a British TV show attempted to interview Slash but instead just came away a weirdo with potato on his face.
Certain guitarists are known for playing certain makes and models. Jimi Hendrix was quite loyal to the Fender Stratocaster. Former KISS member Ace Frehley has made a good living with the Gibson Les Paul. And AC/DC‘s Angus Young has a thing for the Gibson SG.
For Nirvana leader Kurt Cobain, the electric guitar he’s probably most identified with is the Fender Jaguar. By mid-to-late September, musicians everywhere can channel the late grunge rocker when Fender issues its signature Cobain model Jaguar, which has been built to the unique characteristics of the 1965 edition owned by Cobain.
June 14, 2011 Richmond, Virginia metal quintet Lamb of God guitarist Mark Morton is making a selfless move by auctioning off one of his very own guitars from his coveted collection. He is doing it for charity, and whoever is the highest bidder of the signature model Jackson Dominion will be the proud owner of the piece of history, along with the satisfaction of knowing their contribution has helped those in need.
April 19, 2011 Finally some money is going toward a good cause! Recently, the infamous singer/performer Prince auctioned off one of his favorite guitars, with all proceeds going to charity. The legendary gold guitar sold for $100,000. The buyer: McClaren Formula One Racecar driver Lewis Hamilton.
Guitar Asylum TV caught up with Alter Bridge and Creed axe man Mark Tremonti. You get to check out Tremonti's gear and his set up on Alter Bridges current tour. Alter Bridge hits the Capital Region May 18 and will be playing Northern Lights.
Activision has decided to kill the one thing that has kept me interested in video games. Due to declining sales and lack of interest by consumers, Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock will be the the last Guitar Hero released.
Led Zeppelin, Guns N Roses, The Beatles, Cream, Hendrix and more on this list. But who has the greatest riff of all time?
