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2012 Squier Artists Avril Lavigne, Jim Root and Mikey Way New models honor pop-rock star Avril Lavigne, metal stalwart Jim Root, alt-rock bassist Mikey Way Squier has added three new artist signature models, the Avril Lavigne Telecaster®, the Jim Root Telecaster®, and the Mikey Way Mustang® Bass, promising star-like vibe and tone at incredible Squier value. The new lavish, black-on-black...

Jimmy Page played with old pal Roy Harper at London’s Royal Festival Hall London last weekend. Classic Rock magazine reports that Page played acoustic on Harper’s “The Same Old Rock,” the same track Page played on when the song was originally released on Harper’s Stormcock album in 1971 – with Page appearing then as S. Flavious Mercurious. Harper said, ‘’I...

Jimi Hendrix performs during his last concert. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images This week in rock history, Janis Joplin left Big Brother and the Holding Company, Jimi Hendrix passed away, and Radiohead released "Creep" to underwhelming results. September 21, 1968: Janis Joplin announces her departure from Big Brother and the Holding Company In 1966, Janis Joplin joined Big Brother and the...

The guitar strap used by Jimi Hendrix when he set his guitar ablaze at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival is among many noteworthy items currently being offered by a New York City auction company. Beginning today (July 13) and extending through July 22, potential buyers can bid on a huge variety of rock and roll memorabilia being offered by the...

That’s right Jimi Hendrix has been resurrected to play his first live show in over 40 years this weekend at the Hollywood Bowl, LA in support of his new album Valley Of Neptune. Some featured artists who will be performing this weekend with Jimi Includes some of the best known and most respected rock, blues and hip hop artists ever...