The Smashing Pumpkins frontman sees virtuosos everywhere but he would like to see these talents being applied in the next generation of great alt-rock and metal bands ...

These songs are examples of why 1971 was a fantastic year for country music and helped set the tone for the rest of the decade.

By junior high, Pete was playing electric guitar in a band. The nascent country-rock scene that started to explode after The Byrds’ 1968 album Sweetheart of the Rodeo soon had Pete hooked on the sound ...

The budget gear giant rings in the changes with eight new electrics, one ‘thunderous’ retro beginner bass, and a pair of ...

It’s not that Chris Stapleton didn’t interact with the audience during his recent two-night stand at Park MGM’s Dolby Live.

Recently I received an email from Gibson's marketing department. It announced a Custom L-1 Anniversary Limited Edition, a run of 100 guitars modeled on one of the company's first flattop acoustics.

These songs that topped the charts in 1993 are just four examples of why it was one of the best years for country music.

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Country music has lot some absolute legends early in 2026. Those lost might not have been household names, but in almost every instance their work had an impact on country music that was felt by every ...

The country music world has had a heartbreaking start to 2026 with a handful of legendary performers dying. Not all of the names lost were household names, but almost all of them played a part in ...