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16 AVENGED SEVENFOLD
Avenged Sevenfold guitarist Synyster Gates had a devil of a time finding his mojo on the band’ s latest effort, Gore. Here, Guitar World gets to the heart of the guitarist’ s internal strife and how he was able to overcome it.
18 THE USED
Fans and famous rockers set sail for the Bahamas! We were there to capture all the action as Yngwie Malmsteen, Zakk Wylde, Marty Friedman, Alex Skolnick and others rocked out on the high seas. Zakk Wylde and Buddy Guy, two titans of guitar from entirely different worlds, take some time out of their Experience Hendrix touring schedule to sit with us and riff about guitars, the blues, copping licks and their common love of Jimi.
21 BRING ME HORIZON
Guitar World pays tribute to Glenn Frey, the Eagles legend who passed away on January 18 and left an incredible legacy of hit songs, iconic guitar arrangements and unparalleled vocal magic in his wake.
37 20 GREATEST EAGLES SONGS
We break down the Eagles greatest hits in an effort to provide some insight into what made this legendary guitar ensemble soar to great heights. handy guide to starter packs.
4 GUITAR PLANET | MAY 2016