Kirk Hammett explains why he uses wah so much – and that time Prince called Nuno Bettencourt “one of the top three guitar players in the world”

Kirk Hammett explains why he uses wah so much: "I can't think of anybody who uses the wah pedal as much as I do – I'm not ashamed of it" | Eddie Van Halen was making plans for a farewell tour with the original Van Halen lineup | Nuno Bettencourt says Prince once called him “one of the top three guitar players in the world” Created for sauuuuul.peliculas@blogger.com |  Web Version April 28, 2023 CONNECT WITH THE PICK       Handpicked stories from the world of guitar SIGN UP ⋅   SHARE Top Stories Kirk Hammett explains why he uses wah so much: "I can't think of anybody who uses the wah pedal as much as I do – I'm not ashamed of it" The Metallica guitarist addresses criticism of his frequent use of the effect and explains what it unlocks in his playing Eddie Van Halen was making plans for a farewell tour with the original Van Halen lineup Extreme guitarist Nuno Bettencourt revealed that Van Halen had been planning to reunite with Michael Anthony for the farewell shows Nuno Bettencourt says Prince once called him "one of the top three guitar players in the world" The Purple One witnessed the Extreme guitarist play as part of an Earth, Wind & Fire tribute concert, and ended up dishing out some very high praise indeed SUBSCRIBE THIS SPRING FROM AS LITTLE AS £3* We have a magazine for all guitar lovers! From interviews and insights from the hottest new players and the legends of guitar playing. Don't miss expert reviews of the latest guitars, amps and effects, with classic gear and tones dissected and explained, as well as providing essential buying advice to suit all budgets. Subscribe now! *T&Cs Apply. ADVERTISEMENT Features Ana Popovic: "The cancer took a lot out of me, and so did working towards getting better. I had to spend every atom of energy on playing guitar and writing songs" How the Serbian blues virtuoso battled cancer to record the most accomplished playing of her career – and why nothing beats her '64 Fender Strat Al Di Meola on Gibson Les Pauls: "My 1971 Custom is obscenely heavy and growls like nothing else" The maestro of jazz-rock discusses his relationship with the iconic Gibson single-cut, and the man who designed it From Guitar Player "I'm always searching for something that reminds me of the early days in rock and roll": Robbie Robertson raises the ghosts of his youth on his latest solo album, Sinematic "I write songs and record music when I've got something up my sleeve," says the pioneering guitarist "Be the guy who shows up on time and has a good attitude": Whitesnake's Joel Hoekstra and Reb Beach reveal the habits of the successful guitarist From session work to Broadway to the band's latest album, Flesh & Blood, the Whitesnake axemen explain what's needed to make it in show business Buyer's Guides Best DIY guitar kits 2023: self-assembly project guitars for every budget The best DIY guitar kits for budding luthiers – build your own acoustic or electric guitar today Full Story: Guitar World (10/7)  Lessons Fine-tune your rhythm chops with this lesson on classic disco funk The glitter ball is spinning and it's time to throw some shapes on the guitar in the style of the funk heroes behind Chic, Sister Sledge, Earth, Wind & Fire and more Reviews Abasi Concepts Emi 7 Master Series review Built for comfort, built for speed, built for players chasing down new horizons in guitar playing, the latest model from Tosin Abasi's brand offers a thrilling futuristic ride LEARN MORE ABOUT The Pick: Guitar World  |    Guitar Player  |    Guitarist Total Guitar  |    Bass Player  |    Guitar Techniques Sign Up  |    Update Profile  |    Unsubscribe Privacy Policy  |    Cookies Policy  |    Terms and Conditions CONTACT US: FEEDBACK  |    ADVERTISE Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036