How bassist Mike Elizondo brought low-end and soul to Dr. Dre’s superstar productions
Since the ‘90s, the bass guitar has played an ever-increasing role in hip-hop – from the rubbery grooves of Raphael Saadiq and Pino Palladino to the dirt-fisted funk of Leonard ‘Hub’ Hubbard and ...
Embellishing guitar chords is the best way to liven up your rhythm work – learn 5 Eric Johnson-inspired chord voicings
Because sometimes you need a chord with a little more harmonic intrigue, we take a look at the theory behind embellished ...
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The Minus 5 – “Words & Birds”
Power-pop veterans the Minus 5 have a new LP on the way. For the forthcoming Oar On, Penelope!, Scott McCaughey’s oft-changing band includes R.E.M.’s Peter Buck on bass and 12-string guitar, McCaughey ...
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Best acoustic guitars 2025: Super steel string acoustics for all players and budgets
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 ...