AS the ninth anniversary of the tragic loss of Warrington indie band Viola Beach approaches the families of the young band members have received a special Gold Disc.

Expect more announcements over the coming weeks as we understand how best to do so amidst this still-evolving situation.” Fender’s network of brands — including Gretsch, Jackson, EVH, Charvel, and ...

To be totally honest, it’s nigh on impossible to select the best electric guitar. Guitars come in such a variety of styles and configurations that finding a single instrument in such a crowded ...

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 ...

There were scores of musicians, like sax men John Purcell and Jimmy Hill; vibraphonist Jay Hoggard; pianist Tommy James; B-3 organ champ Richard Levister; his swinging brother, Millard Levister on ...

The name change is done due to a conflict with Gretsch Broadkaster drums. 1951: Fender closes his repair shop to focus entirely on building instruments, which by late 1951 include the first ...