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Guitar Center inducts Billy Idol and Steve Stevens into the Hollywood Rockwalk (Bonus Video!)

Guitar Center inducts Billy Idol and Steve Stevens into the Hollywood Rockwalk (Bonus Video!)

Posted June 15, 2026 at 12:56 pm | No comments

Guitar Center today named rock legends Billy Idol and Steve Stevens as the next inductees into the Hollywood Rockwalk, the landmark Sunset Boulevard tribute honoring artists and industry pioneers who left a lasting mark on music history.

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Gruene Guitars Donation to Guitars 4 Veterans of a Gruene Saratoga Dreadnaught

Gruene Guitars Donation to Guitars 4 Veterans of a Gruene Saratoga Dreadnaught

Posted April 14, 2026 at 7:19 am | No comments

Yesterday’s guitar donation to Guitars 4 Veterans (G4V) was very special. The guitar an all-solid body Gruene Saratoga with Honduran mahogany b/s, Alpine spruce top (aged 15 years), maple binding, natural abalone inlay with a headstock torch donated by Gruene guitars owners – John  and Peggy Byers of San Antonio, TX.

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The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of  “Lifetime Achievement” Award to   Ritchie Blackmore

The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of “Lifetime Achievement” Award to  Ritchie Blackmore

Posted February 24, 2026 at 9:05 am | No comments

The National GUITAR Museum announced that Ritchie Blackmore, the esteemed guitar legend whose vast career spans more than 60 years, has received its annual “Lifetime Achievement” Award. Blackmore is the sixteenth recipient of the award.

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Gibson at NAMM Kick Off Unveils an All-New Product Range

Gibson at NAMM Kick Off Unveils an All-New Product Range

Posted January 21, 2026 at 1:41 pm | No comments

Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand that has shaped the sound of generations, returns to the NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA, this week with a powerful statement of innovation, craftsmanship, and artist-driven purpose. For more than a century, Gibson has been among the most played and beloved brands worldwide

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Amazon Music To Exclusively Live Stream All Things Go 2025

Amazon Music To Exclusively Live Stream All Things Go 2025

Posted September 16, 2025 at 9:34 pm | No comments

All Things Go Festival, known for its innovative approach to curation and community, has experienced remarkable growth since its 2014 inception, evolving into one of the most anticipated music events in the U.S. that showcases both established and emerging artist

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The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of  “Lifetime Achievement” Award to Alex Lifeson

The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of “Lifetime Achievement” Award to Alex Lifeson

Posted December 19, 2024 at 7:19 pm | No comments

The National GUITAR Museum announced that Alex Lifeson, one of the most revered rock guitarists of the past 50 years, will receive its annual “Lifetime Achievement” Award for 2024. Lifeson is the fifteenth recipient of the award.

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Adrian Belew, Steve Vai, Tony Levin & Danny Carey Present Live From Los Angeles Nov. 10th!

Adrian Belew, Steve Vai, Tony Levin & Danny Carey Present Live From Los Angeles Nov. 10th!

Posted October 29, 2024 at 10:00 am | No comments

Today, Adrian Belew, Steve Vai, Tony Levin and Danny Carey have announced plans to present a global livestream titled, Live From Los Angeles on November 10 at 8PM Pacific. The worldwide demand for BEAT appearances has been deafening since the ensemble’s formation was announced

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NAMM 2024: An Uncertain Future

NAMM 2024: An Uncertain Future

Posted October 8, 2024 at 7:24 pm | No comments

I’m already tired of seeing the #NAMMSHOW sculpture photo, so I chose a different photo here (I hope you like it too). Despite the absences, NAMM 2024 was awesome. The numbers show 62,000 attendees, 33% more than in 2023, but still far from the record 115,000 attendees in 2020. The number of 2024 exhibitors also increased: 33% more than in 2023.

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ANALOGr Announces: “Dead 2”: An Auction of Rare Items from the Life and Career of The Grateful Dead

Posted May 20, 2024 at 5:12 am | No comments

NALOGr, the leading online auction platform specializing in iconic music memorabilia, invites fans, collectors, and music enthusiasts to participate in DEAD 2 —an extraordinary event featuring over 300 curated lots from The Grateful Dead. From Jerry Garcia to Bob Weir and beyond, this collection showcases exceptional memorabilia celebrating the band’s legendary legacy in music history.

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PRS Guitars Reopens Factory Tours in Stevensville, MD (USA)

PRS Guitars Reopens Factory Tours in Stevensville, MD (USA)

Posted December 20, 2023 at 12:01 pm | No comments

PRS Guitars is reopening for factory tours in January 2024 for the first time since 2019. The PRS factory tour starts in Rough Cut with raw wood blanks and goes through every step of the electric guitar build process in Maryland. The tour also covers PRS SE Series inspection and the PRS amplifier department.

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