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1986: EVH on “5150” vs. Vai on “Eat ‘Em And Smile”
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1986: EVH on “5150” vs. Vai on “Eat ‘Em And Smile”

How Van Halen''s split broadened the musical landscape of the mid-''80s.

Wenge: The New Brazilian?
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Wenge: The New Brazilian?

I prefer woods that are “live,” regardless of their grain, figure, or color.

Nace M1-18R Amp Review
Gear

Nace M1-18R Amp Review

Though the Nace M1-18R will exceed the budget of most casual players, it verges on being a work of art and can be a dangerous weapon in the studio and small-to-medium sized stages.

Album Review: Brokeback - "Brokeback and the Black Rock"
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Album Review: Brokeback - "Brokeback and the Black Rock"

Brokeback Brokeback and the Black Rock Thrill Jockey Keeping busy with his other bands, Tortoise and Eleventh Dream Day, it’s been close to 10 years since Douglas McCombs has released

Overton Flyweight 500 Micro Amp Review
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Overton Flyweight 500 Micro Amp Review

With so many well-thought-out features in such a budget-friendly package, Overton has taken a step in the right direction with the Flyweight 500 micro amp.

Album Review: Smashing Pumpkins - Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness—Deluxe Box Set
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Album Review: Smashing Pumpkins - Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness—Deluxe Box Set

Smashing Pumpkins Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness—Deluxe Box Set Virgin Records With Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, the Smashing Pumpkins pushed the already loose boundaries of the alt-rock

Album Review: Arbouretum - "Coming Out of the Fog"
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Album Review: Arbouretum - "Coming Out of the Fog"

Arbouretum Coming Out of the Fog Thrill Jockey Imagine an improbable collision of Fairport Convention, the Velvet Underground, and early Jefferson Airplane, and you’ll begin to grasp Arbouretum’s doomy folk-rock

Interview: Rosie Flores - Rockabilly Road Doggie
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Interview: Rosie Flores - Rockabilly Road Doggie

With nearly 50 years of gigs under her belt, twang queen Rosie Flores talks about recording with Rockabilly legend Janis Martin, why her car is her favorite workspace, and how she gets gristly tones with super-light strings.

Fender Vibro-King 20th Anniversary Amp Review
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Fender Vibro-King 20th Anniversary Amp Review

Even with a recipe that''s concocted from familiar old-school Fender elements, the Vibro-King sings with a unique voice that’s suited to a variety of blues and classic rock settings.

February 2013 Staff Picks: Say It in Song
Pro-Advice

February 2013 Staff Picks: Say It in Song

When words just aren’t enough, we turn to music to help us get in the mood. This month we name the tunes we’d play to woo our objects of affection.