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Magic, mastery and magisterial power: 10 of Sonny Rollins’ greatest recordings

After his death aged 95, we look back at a remarkable catalogue of work that stretches from vivacious mid-50s sets to his evocative performance after 9/11

The Guardian - UK

“In the ‘90s I changed my approach entirely. I gave all my guitars with tremolo systems away”: Tyler Bates on creating chaos with Reba Meyers in Marilyn Manson, and the gear he uses to score Hollywood blockbusters

The guitarist and film score composer has had a varied career – but he can’t seem to escape one amp and a “god box” pedal

Guitar World

"I said, You’re walking around like you’re God’s gift to rock 'n' roll. I want you out of my studio." Why 4 Non Blondes leader Linda Perry kicked one of the biggest rock superstars of the '90s out of a recording session

"He was a Debbie Downer"

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Sonny Rollins obituary

One of the great American jazz saxophonists regarded as an improvising genius by fans all over the world

The Guardian - UK

“David's completely focused on the space ahead of him... the hairs on Brandon’s arm were standing straight up. Then the hairs on the back of my neck went up”: We get new insight into the making of an eerily prophetic David Bowie song

Our recent interview with Bowie guitarist David Torn gave us a fascinating window into Bowie’s process when making his latter-era classic Heathen

MusicRadar

Arturia Memory V “resurrects the analogue majesty of the Memorymoog with breathtaking authenticity”

Moog’s ‘80s poly gets emulated with modern enhancements including a multi-track arpeggiator and new modulators

MusicRadar

“I wanted to have the most Steve Vai song possible on the record”: Matteo Mancuso reveals the advice his hero gave him – after they ended up working together

The two virtuosos trade licks on Mancuso’s new song, Solar Wind

Guitar World

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"If you keep exploiting fans' trust and failing, you're not going to last very long." Rush's Geddy Lee on the nature of fandom, and how "the world's smallest symphony orchestra" kept fans invested in their musical journey for five decades

"With every shift in style we lost fans"

Louder

“I might even refer to him in my mind, as if we’re still writing together”: Paul McCartney explains how John Lennon is still inspiring his songwriting six decades on

McCartney chats with Paul Mescal, the actor portraying him in the upcoming Beatles four-part biopic, about his songwriting process and upcoming album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane

Guitar World

Zayn Malik Fury: Viral Video Shows Singer Telling Crowds To 'Get The F**** Out Of The Way'

Zayn Malik experienced a tense moment outside a Manchester hotel amid his UK tour, highlighting the challenges of balancing celebrity privacy with fan enthusiasm.

International Business Times UK

BTS Makes Explosive Comeback, Wins Big at 2026 American Music Awards After 4-Year Hiatus

BTS wins at the 2026 American Music Awards with 'SWIM' taking Song of the Summer, beating Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and more as the group marks a powerful comeback.

International Business Times UK

Springsteen's Boston Concert Turns Into Anti-Trump Rally Cry as He Targets MAGA and DOGE: 'Wanna Talk About Snowflakes?'

Bruce Springsteen's Boston concert became a political platform, criticising the president and urging the audience to choose democracy over authoritarianism, amidst a powerful rock performance.

International Business Times UK

6 reasons why Fender won’t win its Stratocaster legal campaign – according to the lawyer who beat them before

Ron Bienstock, the attorney who defeated Fender's previous attempt to trademark the Strat, has been hired to defend a firm hit by recent cease-and-desist letters – and Guitar World has seen a redacted response

Guitar World

Record exec behind Kanye West’s comeback sues to unmask ‘anonymous smear campaigner’

Exclusive: Larry Jackson, the music industry executive who helped revive Kanye West’s career, is asking a judge to unmask an anonymous individual he claims is trying to destroy him via ‘reputational warfare’

The Independent UK

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"I'm a double agent for the Lord, working behind enemy lines." A tribute to Rick Derringer: August 5, 1947 – May 26, 2025

From Hang On Sloopy to Rock And Roll, Hoochie Koo: A celebration of Rick Derringer, who died a year ago today

Guitar World

“In my older age, I’m thinking, ‘Maybe I shouldn’t have been playing Marshalls for 35 years…’” Why Graham Coxon is questioning his classic Blur guitar rig

The Britpop icon is reassessing his gear choices

International Business Times UK

Who Got Robbed at AMA 2026? The Most Shocking Snubs and Unexpected Victories

American Music Awards 2026 snubs and surprises dominate headlines as Taylor Swift is shut out despite 8 nominations, while KATSEYE, Shakira, Tyla, and Sombr score unexpected wins.

Guitar World

“He had an electric guitar, and his mom wouldn’t let him plug into the amp”: David Lee Roth fights tears as he recalls his partnership with Eddie Van Halen

The singer spoke of the touching “full circle” moment that bookmarked their final chapter together

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Jazz Legend Sonny Rollins Dies At 95, But His Net Worth Before Death Will Shock Fans

Despite his influential career, his net worth surprised fans, highlighting the complexities of a musician's life.

Guitar World

“Would you rather we didn’t listen to customers? That we just hide in our offices and listen to some corporate shirts pontificate on pickup choices?” Guitar Center CEO responds to backlash over the brand’s in-house guitar project

Gabe Dalporto gives his take on why gearheads should contribute their ideas to Guitar Center’s new Guitar Lab initiative

MusicRadar

“I lost six months of scheduled work... It happened because I was a woman and I’d written pop songs”: Linda Perry calls Billie Joe Armstrong a “pussy” for backtracking on her producing Green Day

They got backlash from fans for working with Perry

MusicRadar

“I think when the creative person ends, he continues in the next existence. I’m a person who believes this life isn’t the be-all and end-all of everything”: Sonny Rollins has died, aged 95

Saxophonist was one of jazz’s greatest improvisers

Guitar World

Some gear was designed specifically with Teles in mind – and these amps and pedals work especially well with Fender Telecasters

The world's first mass-produced electric inspired overdrive pedals, brought the best out of Fender's black-panel combos and pairs very nicely with a splash of some spring reverb

Evening Standard

New Boyzone documentary reveals ‘raw and revealing story’ before farewell shows

The new film coming to Sky follows the successful three-part documentary series Boyzone: No Matter What.

Metal Hammer

"Noel Gallagher would be in the room across from me." From underground darlings to collabs with Mastodon and Gojira: Urne are the best-kept secret in British metal

After exploring the effects of dementia on 2023's A Feast On Sorrow, Urne decided to reconnect with metal's roots for their 2026 follow-up

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