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Riff Rundown: Mutoid Man's "Kiss of Death"

Shredmeister general Stephen Brodsky breaks down the main guitar part for the band's most popular song off War Moans.

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Well-designed pickups. Extremely comfortable contours. Smooth, playable neck.

Middle position could use a bit more mids. Price could scare off some.

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Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay II

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A surprise 6-string collaboration with Cory Wong moves effortlessly between ’70s George Benson and Blink-182 tones.


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The Melvins' Buzz Osborne joins the party to talk about how he helped Kurt Cobain find the right sounds.

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In challenging times, sometimes elemental music, like the late Jessie Mae Hemphill’s raucous Mississippi hill country blues, is the best salve. It reminds us of what’s truly essential––musically, culturally, and emotionally. And provides a restorative and safe place, where we can open up, listen, and experience without judgement. And smile.

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Intermediate

Intermediate

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How David Gilmour masterully employs target notes to make his solos sing.

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