Total Guitar

Total Guitar is Europe’s best-selling guitar magazine, crammed full of songs to learn plus backing tracks. From the latest metal and indie hits to classic rock from the likes of Led Zeppelin and AC/DC, TG has more songs than ANY other guitar magazine!. Please note: This digital version of the magazine does not currently include the covermount items or content you would find on printed newsstand copies

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BIG MT • Lunchtime is over, say hello to Mark Tremonti’s new 100‑watt signature amp

BRING ME THE HORIZON Kool-Aid

THE FX FACTOR • ESSENTIAL EFFECTS FOR YOUR PEDALBOARD

“EXTREME MUSIC LENDS ITSELF WELL TO EXPERIMENTAL ARRANGEMENTS” • In an extraordinary double album, former Emperor guitarist Ihsahn delivers new material in two contrasting versions: metal and orchestral. “It was a perfect match,” he says, “because my guitar had the same tuning as the cellos!”

“I’M THE PRESIDENT OF OVERDUBS ‘R’ US!” • As one of the best session players in the business, Marc Ribot has recorded with Tom Waits, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss and many more. And when he’s creating his own music, anything goes…

“WE LIKE HEAVY SOUNDS ON GUITAR!” • Alt-rock trailblazers Sleater-Kinneywere making bass-less records long before The White Stripes and The Black Keys came along. As co-leader Carrie Brownstein says: “The power comes from the conversation that the two guitars are having with each other…”

“YOU CAN’T JUST DO A CIRCULAR RIFF – BECAUSE IT MIGHT NOT MEET UP WHERE YOU NEED IT TO!” • In a radical new album, Yard Act are blurring the lines between post-punk and hip-hop. Guitarist Sam Shipstone reveals how it was made – with sampling, ‘cheapo’ gear and an experimental approach to tone

“IN THE HEAT OF THE BATTLE, WHEN WE’RE PLAYING BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY LIVE AND THAT RIFF COMES ALONG, I’M EXCITED, BUT I’VE GOT TO KEEP A PART OF MY BRAIN COOL JUST TO HANDLE WHERE THE FINGERS HAVE TO GO. IT’S ONE OF THE MOST UNNATURAL RIFFS TO PLAY THAT YOU COULD POSSIBLY IMAGINE!” • In a world exclusive interview, Queen’s guitar genius Brian May recalls how many of the band’s most famous songs were created, what inspired his magical solos in Killer Queen, Don’t Stop Me Now, Crazy Little Thing Called Love and more, and why the band cooked up a punk-stye version of We Will Rock You. He also reveals why he didn’t play the funk rhythm on Another One Bites The Dust, and why that heavy riff on Bohemian Rhapsody is still one of the hardest things to play…

ROCK YOU! • You’ve heard from the man who played ’em! Now, TG takes you through the techniques you need to know to play 13 of Queen’s greatest songs

VIDEO GA GA! • TG presents three classic Queen riff lessons for you to watch and learn from

QUEEN A KIND OF MAGIC • Lose your head over this magically immortal 1986 classic

OPEN-MIC SONGBOOK U2 ONE • This anthemic U2 classic can be an easy acoustic strummer or a cool fingerpicked electric riff. The choice is yours!

SCOOBY BLUES • We’ve got a treat for you today. Some tasty blues Scooby Snacks for you to sink your teeth into!

TAB GUIDE • Get more from TG by understanding our easy-to-follow musical terms and signs

THE GAS STATION • REAL WORLD REVIEWS OF THE BEST NEW GEAR

GIBSON LES PAUL MODERN LITE • Snappy colours with classic rock tone – let’s introduce the Modern Lite!

FENDER HIGHWAY SERIES DREADNOUGHT • One of a duo of new stripped-down, innovative and staged-aimed electros

SHERGOLD PROVOCATEUR STANDARD SP12 • This charming and affordable electric is sure to provoke a positive reaction

STERLING BY MUSIC MAN ST. VINCENT GOLDIE • A streamlined take on one of the most exciting guitar designs in recent memory

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