Starting with riffs and chords may be standard for rock jams and in popular music in general, but making that part a ...

Tribune are avid music fans. Their favorite guitar solos are on songs by Jeff Beck, Prince, UFO, Deep Purple, Django ...

Some great guitarists have learned to craft licks that are catchy, serve the song, and even act as one of its highlights ...

Rolling Stone opted for none of these classics, instead naming his live New Year’s Day 1970 performance of “Machine Gun” for ...

In 1975, British rock band Queen changed the music landscape forever with their genre-defining hit "Bohemian Rhapsody", which is still recognized as one of the most important songs ever written. The ...

The guitar solo has been part of popular culture for decades at this point. Guitarists such as Slash, Zakk Wylde and Tony Iommi carry the torch for the riveting guitar solo that sets a song on fire ...

In 1977, the Commodores had a major hit with the song "Easy." Written by Lionel Richie, the smooth, soft rock ballad from the group's self-titled album shot to No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and ...

Like any great rock band, the Beatles emphasized the guitar within their music. They had three great guitar players, each with a distinct skill set that helped round out their sound in unique ways.

If there’s one reason why classic rock is beloved today, it likely has to do with the electric guitar. But to be even more specific, it probably has something to do with the electric lead guitar solo.

Few effects in the history of rock guitar are as instantly recognizable — or divisive — as the wah pedal. You know it when you hear it. From aching, explosive bends to scratchy, percussive funk licks, ...