The post-Bowie career of Mick Ronson, rock ’n’ roll’s most quietly spoken guitar hero

“That’s amazing, dude! You just whipped that out!” Watch Rivers Cuomo floor Chris Shiflett with a version of Yngwie Malmsteen’s Far Beyond the Sun | “The amp that started it all is back”: Marshall’s first new build since its acquisition is a streamlined, vintage-inspired take on the company's classic JTM45 | Chuck Berry-by-way-of-the-gutter riffs and choppy Strat-isms from Fender's latest signature artist: Here are this week's essential guitar tracks Created for sauuuuul.peliculas@blogger.com |  Web Version July 28, 2023 CONNECT WITH THE PICK       Handpicked stories from the world of guitar SIGN UP ⋅   SHARE ADVERTISEMENT Top Stories "That's amazing, dude! You just whipped that out!" Watch Rivers Cuomo floor Chris Shiflett with a version of Yngwie Malmsteen's Far Beyond the Sun (Shred With Shifty/YouTube) The Weezer frontman guested on the second episode of the Foo Fighters guitarist’s new Shred With Shifty podcast "The amp that started it all is back": Marshall's first new build since its acquisition is a streamlined, vintage-inspired take on the company's classic JTM45 (Marshall Amps) The storied UK amp maker looks to be back on track with its new, downsized Studio JTM range Chuck Berry-by-way-of-the-gutter riffs and choppy Strat-isms from Fender's latest signature artist: Here are this week's essential guitar tracks (Fender) Check out some must-hear new cuts from Brian Setzer, Steve Lacy, Of Mice & Men, Buck Meek, Bad Wolves, and loooads more 20% Off Yngwie Malmsteen's MaestroClass! Introducing Yngwie Malmsteen's first-ever online masterclass at TrueFire! Master his neoclassical technique, dive into his songwriting process, and learn his unique signature riffs. Perfect for guitarists looking to step up their game and shred like a pro! Learn More ADVERTISEMENT Features "Mick came in with his Les Paul, plugged into my amp and fiddled with the controls. All of a sudden there it was, the full Ziggy Stardust tone": The post-Bowie career of Mick Ronson, rock 'n' roll's most quietly spoken guitar hero (Michael Putland/Getty Images) Sure, he made a massive imprint on David Bowie's classic early '70s albums, but Mick Ronson also worked with Lou Reed, Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp, Elton John, Roger McGuinn, Morrissey, Ian Hunter, and many others Eric Clapton and Van Halen covered his songs, and he led Jimmy Page's favorite American band: Watch overlooked guitar genius Lowell George demonstrate his slide technique on German TV (bobbynoe1/YouTube) A guitarist for Frank Zappa before forming and taking the reins of Little Feat, George's influence has long overshadowed his recognition 20% Off Yngwie Malmsteen's MaestroClass! Introducing Yngwie Malmsteen's first-ever online masterclass at TrueFire! Master his neoclassical technique, dive into his songwriting process, and learn his unique signature riffs. Perfect for guitarists looking to step up their game and shred like a pro! Learn More ADVERTISEMENT From Guitar Player Gibson's latest batch of Certified Vintage guitars includes some total classics (and one of the weirdest guitars ever made) (Gibson) The new collection includes a "mint" 1960 Les Paul Standard 'Burst that previously belonged to Kirk Hammett "There was this feeling that women don't play certain instruments, like guitar and banjo": Peggy Seeger looks back on her pioneering musical career (Brian Shuel/Redferns) "I’d love to see a new river of women playing differently and not trying to imitate male bands," Seeger tells GP Buyer's Guides Guitar World deals of the week: big savings for metalheads and 20% off vintage-inspired Fender Vinteras (Future) 6 killer deals on guitars for every type of player – with big money off Fender, Strandberg, PRS, and Jackson gear Lessons How to create melodies that connect relative major and minor chords (Getty Images) This lesson will help you pull solo ideas from both sides of the happy/sad spectrum of tonality Reviews Electro-Harmonix Lizard Queen review (Future) The pedal that Electro-Harmonix could have made in the 1970s (but didn't) is now here – with some help from JHS Pedals 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