John Illsley rose to fame as the bassist of the Dire Straits, but nowadays you're more likely to find him in an art studio.

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This one's for guitarists who enjoy messing with tones, but spend way too much time trying to lock in the perfect sound.

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Your takeaway dictates how the rest of your swing will function. Here's how you can make sure you start your swing perfectly.

I have a simple drill for you, one that you only need to work on for a few minutes to get the hang of, and it will get you on ...

He said of his loose, spontaneous approach to playing guitar and writing songs: “All I did was crank it up to 10 and start to ...

After Reznor brought industrial grind into the mainstream with Nine Inch Nails, the mainstream made him a partner—and he's ...

Many musical tributes have been released over the years, providing catharsis for both fans and friends of late musicians, ...

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Neil Young inspired a modern rock anthem that transformed a rising band’s sound and helped launch them to global fame.

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