Novelty guitars are quite a thing in the music world. And why shouldn’t they be? It’s always fun to play with tradition and form. But like, why not be into a guitar built onto a skateboard deck? Or ...

Choosing the best acoustic guitar for your personal needs is a tough one. With so many options on offer these days it’s not surprising that many find themselves faced with option paralysis when ...

We’ve all encountered acoustic guitars that seem unplayable with their inflexible strings and unforgiving actions. You might think that this is a result of bad craftsmanship, but chances are it’s ...

The South African musician spent a decade translating the centuries-old repertoire of the West African kora. He emerged with his a unique sound that isn’t restricted to the grid of the staff or the ...

Dokken, Steve Vai, Munky, Head. It all came together. "I wasn't playing with James at that time, but he invited me to come back and jam with him. That's when I started playing seven-string. So I ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Whether you’re new to guitar playing or a callous-handed ...

Perhaps the most iconic instrument in modern rock is the guitar. It's really just a bunch of strings stretched across a board, which you can strum to make awesome tunes, thanks to the physics of waves ...

When the King speaks, his subjects listen ...

"You can't buy a persona. You can either make it up or you can be it," states Keith Richards in the upcoming documentary, Keith Richards: Under the Influence, which gets its world premiere at the ...