The history of glam rock

The history of glam rock

How a movement was powered by Gibson guitars Some genres are purely about the sonic elements in play, and some are decidedly not! “Rock and roll with lipstick on.” That’s how John Lennon famously described 70s glam rock. The former Beatle might have added that,...

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Legends of the Les Paul: Gary Moore

Legends of the Les Paul: Gary Moore

From Thin Lizzy to “Parisienne Walkways,” the Northern Irish guitarist was synonymous with the Gibson Les Paul  The Career   From his days with Skid Row and Thin Lizzy to his incendiary solo work, Gary Moore produced some of the most electrifying performances known to...

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Gibson guitar greats: Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Gibson guitar greats: Sister Rosetta Tharpe

From gospel breakout star to trailblazing R&B guitarist, Sister Rosetta taught the world how to rock and roll The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has its critics, but arguably no artist was more overdue for recognition than Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Her induction into the...

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