Suzi Quatro: The BadAss With A Bass
Suzi Quatro paved the way for female rockers like Joan Jett. This box set celebrates her astonishing influence.
Catching Up with Bruce Foxton of The Jam
Bruce Foxton’s thunderous bass grooves helped put The Jam on the map. This new interview digs into the past — and what he’s looking forward to.
Breaking It Down: What Makes a Great Riff?
It only takes a few notes, but you’re hooked. In this episode of their “Breaking It Down” podcast, John Montagna and Jeff Ganz furiously trade riffs and analyze what makes them so great.
My Audition for The Ramones
When The Ramones were looking for a new bass player in the late 1980s, Robert Burke Warren secured an audition. It was certainly a memorable experience.
“Restrung,” the Movie: The Pain and Pleasure of Going “All In”
What does it take to be great? Not “great” in the sense of Abe Lincoln or Michelangelo, but just great at something. Ask luthier Randall Fullmer.