Arteconciencias: “I had to drive several hours through snow to get to him. He told me this was one of the first Stratocasters, and there were some things I noticed immediately”: This 1954 Fender Stratocaster is one of the most unusual Fender builds in history

“It’s called Roman because of the Roman numerals I etched into the back”: James Hetfield owns five ’59 Gibson Les Paul Standard ’Bursts – and he’s carved a massive ‘12’ into one of them | “The new Kiss era begins now”: Watch Kiss close out their 50-year live career with an epic final performance – before announcing their plans for “digital immortality” | “3 God-tier guitarists on one track”: Tim Henson, Scott LePage, and Manuel Gardner Fernandes each make a late play for solo of the year on their fretboard-melting new collab

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December 4, 2023

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“It’s called Roman because of the Roman numerals I etched into the back”: James Hetfield owns five ’59 Gibson Les Paul Standard ’Bursts – and he’s carved a massive ‘12’ into one of them

(Jeff Yeager/Metallica, Scott Williamson)

The Metallica man’s new guitar book, Messengers, showcases perhaps the ultimate example of zero-f**ks-given guitar ownership

"The new Kiss era begins now": Watch Kiss close out their 50-year live career with an epic final performance – before announcing their plans for "digital immortality"

(Kevin Mazur/Getty Images/Live Nation)

The band's grand finale featured a 23-song setlist filled with hits, some trademark displays of showmanship, and a surprise cameo from the digital stars set to carry Kiss into their next era

"3 God-tier guitarists on one track": Tim Henson, Scott LePage, and Manuel Gardner Fernandes each make a late play for solo of the year on their fretboard-melting new collab

(Getty Images/Press)

Featuring members of Polyphia and Unprocessed, Die on the Cross of the Martyr unites three of today's finest progressive virtuosos – and the result is “the ultimate guitar nerd’s wet dream”

Features

"I had to drive several hours through snow to get to him. He told me this was one of the first Stratocasters, and there were some things I noticed immediately": This 1954 Fender Stratocaster is one of the most unusual Fender builds in history

(Paige Davidson/Future)

David Davidson of Well Strung Guitars explains what makes this uniquely preserved vintage Strat so unique – starting with control pots from a TV set

"I do this thing where I literally black out, and then the song's over. I'm not even registering what I'm doing – it's beyond muscle memory": Kyle Seely has been playing the same Telecaster since he was a teen – but Sheer Mag keep evolving

(Bryan J. Sutter/The Arts STL)

The acclaimed Philly outfit have entered their 10th year with a sound that's more defined than ever, via their lead guitarist's accidental journey into a side-project he could barely control

From Guitar Player

"Stop thinking about the guys you idolize. Think for yourself": Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown pulls no punches in this incredible interview from the GP archive

(David Redfern/Redferns)

In this 2005 chat, the guitar legend defiantly stares down death, blues clichés, and brainless categorizations

Nancy Wilson: The 5 songs that have defined my career

(Bob Riha, Jr./Getty Images)

The Heart guitarist looks back on the group's essential cuts

Buyer's Guides

Quick! There are only 3 days left to take advantage of Sweetwater's unbelievable Cyber Week sale, with savings of up to 80% off

(Sterling by Music Man)

These sweet deals on guitars, pedals, and amps are still live, but won't be around for much longer

Lessons

Known for his superhuman technique, Paco de Lucía is one of the all-time guitar greats – learn how to add his Nuevo flamenco flavor to your playing

(David Redfern/Redferns)

Uncover the explosive possibilities in your fingers with this crash course in flamenco guitar playing

Reviews

Seth Baccus Argonaut Classic and Argonaut Classic Baritone review

(Phil Barker/Future)

It's been a long time coming, but Seth Baccus's Argonaut is finally here, and it sets a new level for offset design. Guitar‑making rarely gets better than this...