Joe Satriani & Steve Vai. They’ve each pushed guitar playing (and guitar design) into uncharted territories with their Ibanez signature models. They’ve appeared on multiple GW covers together and graced stages throughout the world alongside other guitarists on package tours like the long-running G3. Two things they haven’t done together? A co-headlining, just-the-two-of-’em tour, and writing and recording new original music. But that all changes now...
>>> Matteo Mancuso explains the fingerstyle techniques, arpeggios and tones that have made him one of the most exciting names in modern guitar.
>>> In a true GW exclusive, Judas Priest's Richie Faulkner, Rob Halford and Glenn Tipton talk Invincible Shield!
>>> Ben Weinman tells you everything you need to know about the Dillinger Escape Plan’s surprise 2024 reunion.
>>> Rich Robinson discusses the one-for-all mindset of the reunited Black Crowes, what they look for in a lead guitarist, and how the band’s new record came together.
>>> Robby Krieger breaks down the Soul Savages’ new album and explains his struggles to come up with his own sound during his time with the Doors.
>>> We catch up with Carlos Cavazo, the guitarist who replaced Randy Rhoads in Quiet Riot, enjoyed massive success with Metal Health and shared the stage with Warren DeMartini in Ratt.
PLUS:
Brian Setzer, Office Dog, Sam Bam Koltun, the Schizophonics, Ihsahn, Jeff Schroeder's pedalboard, Cameron Griffin, Isaiah Mitchell, Alex Skolnick and a guide to 10 collaborations between the Beatles and the Rolling Stones.