On the eighth-string the scale length measures 27.2”, with a more regulation Fender-esque 25.5” on the high E. The ...

What happens when two guitars merge into one? This DIY 12-string mashup project explores smart design choices, structural challenges, and tonal rewards. From build tips to creative insights, discover ...

On Wednesday evening, Billy Strings retook the stage at the ExploreAsheville.com Arena in Asheville, N.C., for the second in a string of four live ...

The convention couldn’t sound less rock-and-roll — the National Association of Music Merchants Show. But when the doors open at the Anaheim Convention Center, people stream in to scour rows of Fenders ...

Every Thursday, the Paste staff and contributors will choose their five favorite songs of the week, awarding one entry a “Song of the Week” designation. Check out last week’s roundup here. Follow ...

Andy Summers’ hit-making run with the Police was powered by a study in contrasts: a red 1962 Fender Stratocaster and a heavily modded early-’60s Telecaster of murky origin. The Strat delivered the ...

A new program is offering traditional Portuguese fado guitar lessons with world-famous performer Ricardo Parreira. Here's how ...

Morgan McHugh concert: 6 p.m. Thursday, Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 940 Pearl St., Morgan McHugh is an indie folk ...

Feb. 9, 1964 — an evening burned into the fabric of nearly every American youngster my age — The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show. Actually, the Fab Four appeared on television three consecutive Sunday ...

Build a North Carolina BBQ day around these places, each stop brings real pit flavor, local rhythm, and reasons to come back.

The Dublin Guitar Quartet will perform at the 92nd Street Y on February 22, 2026, showcasing a repertoire of contemporary ...

Billy Strings returned to downtown Asheville on Wednesday, centering the jam-heavy show on Robert Hunter's "Thunder".