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Often called the 'godfather of British blues,' the musician band the Bluesbreakers was a training ground for the likes of Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood, and more.

2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Dies Ahead of Ceremony: John Mayall Was 90

After the release of 1989’s Nothing’s Shocking and 1990’s Ritual de lo Habitual, Dave Navarro was a wunderkind teetering on guitar hero status with Jane’s Addiction. The band had it all: a poet turned vocalist in Perry Farrell, a punk-loving bassist in Eric Avery, a technical monster on drums in Stephen Perkins, and Navarro, an alt-meets-metal player with an affinity for shreddy yet spanky solos. Jane’s helped usher in the alt-rock revolution with swagger, style, and a decidedly non-grunge sound.

“Three songs in, we got into a physical altercation and I decided, ‘I’m done playing this show.’ I took all my Ibanez guitars and threw them into the audience”: Dave Navarro on why he switched to PRS – and Jane’s Addiction’s unlikely rebirth

In the latest episode of Gibson TV 's "The Collection", host Mark Agnesi is in the KISS warehouse to explore Paul Stanley's impressive guitar collection. KISS is an American icon. They have sold over 100 million records, earning them more gold records than any other band in history, and Stanley was at the front and center for all of it. He has toured the globe for nearly 50 years with one of the most influential rock bands in the world, so you know he has a guitar collection that is made for lovin'.

PAUL STANLEY: 'I Was Convinced I Could Play The Guitar When I Had No Knowledge Of The Guitar'

Peter Green was one of the all-time greats, and influenced everyone from Gary Moore to Joe Bonamassa and Kirk Hammett. This soloing masterclass unpacks his peerless phrasing, rhythmic approach and string bending. Peter Green was the founding member of Fleetwood Mac, and having put the band together, was generous enough...

He gave B.B. King “the cold sweats”, replaced Eric Clapton in the Bluesbreakers and founded Fleetwood Mac – how Peter Green changed the course of British blues-rock guitar playing

John Mayall sadly died on Monday at the age of 90. In honor of “The Godfather of British Blues,” The Letterman YouTube account shared a John Mayall performance of “All My Life” on Late Night from June 21, 1990. A talented musician on keyboards, guitar and...

Remembering John Mayall: Watch The British Blues Legend Perform On ‘Letterman’ In 1990

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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"When he died, I cried and I actually jumped into the ocean": Carlos Santana and more on bass legend Jaco Pastorius

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

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Employees at a Guitar Center store in Lawrenceville, Georgia, found thousands of dollars’ worth of cocaine and methamphetamine stashed inside a guitar amp. On July 17, the staff members opened what they thought was just another delivery box, only to discover the drug stash. It's believed that the amp was mistakenly delivered to the store.

“It’s extremely rare that this happens”: Guitar Center staff find thousands of dollars’ worth of drugs stashed inside guitar amp

The 55th anniversary of Blind Faith's self-titled debut album is being celebrated by the syndicated radio show In The Studio With Redbeard: The Stories Behind History's Greatest Rock Bands. Redbeard shared this synopsis for the episode: Two titans of rock's last half century, Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood, join me...

Blind Faith In The Studio For 55th Anniversary

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Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Jethro Tull, formed in 1968, defied typical rock band conventions with their unique lineup, prominently featuring Ian Anderson as founder, lyricist, vocalist, and notably, flutist. Their pivotal album, Aqualung, released in April 1971, showed Anderson’s multifaceted talents and the band’s innovative approach to the rock music scene. The...

The Story Behind ‘Aqualung’ By Jethro Tull

The Rock World mourns over the death of British Blues legend John Mayall. The founder of the Bluesbreakers helped pave the way for Blues Rock and Hard Rock in the mid to late 60's. As much lore as there is for the Yardbirds being psychadelic blues pioneers, that gave a home for three of the greatest guitarists of all time, The Bluesbreakers were just as historic in advancing the careers of Eric Clapton, Peter Green, Mick Taylor and members of Fleetwood Mac, and Journey.

The Blues World Mourns The Death Of John Mayall

“Ready” Freddie Washington is a prolific session bassist who has played with a who's who of the music world, including Herbie Hancock, B.B. King, Michael Jackson, Steely Dan, Lionel Richie, Whitney Houston, and Anita Baker. However, he has recently revealed that even the best session players have to adapt...

“I was getting session calls for a 5-string… we had to switch over quick”: Prolific session bassist “Ready” Freddie Washington recalls suddenly competing with Moog synths for work – and why 5-strings were the answer

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Team USA has been struggling to dominate the Paris Olympics, with a slow start on day three. After claiming two gold medals and seven overall on Sunday, the US failed to capture any gold medals on Monday, dropping them down in the standings. Team USA captured six bronze medals and two silver medals - eight overall, but no golds.

Team USA fails to win a single gold medal on day three at Paris Olympics.

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(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Welcome back to another edition of Deals of the Week, your weekly dose of bargain gear hunting. We've been looking through all the major retailers across the week to pick out the very best savings and reductions available for all of our fellow guitar gearheads. Let's get to it... This...

Guitar World deals of the week: save $310 on UAD software, reduced Boss guitar pedals, plus loads of discounted Fender gear

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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“It never dawned on me that I could make a living playing music. For many years, it was just a hobby, a way I could express myself”: John Mayall changed blues music forever – and introduced the world to some of its greatest guitar players

John Mayall – British blues patriarch, godfather, progenitor, legend, musical force and every accolade one could ascribe – passed on July 22 at age 90. Starting...

“It never dawned on me that I could make a living playing music. For many years, it was just a hobby, a way I could express myself”: John Mayall changed blues music forever – and introduced the world to some of its greatest guitar players

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