The greatest works of art in history have been very much intentional. Every once in a while, though, an artist will create something of legend, completely by accident. That’s exactly what happened to ...

Classic rock music through the years has inspired countless young musicians to learn how to play the guitar. Whether that interest stuck or not depends on the person. However, plenty of now-famous ...

This little essay used to be called “most iconic opening guitar riffs,” but that title would have been a lie. I try not to lie, unless it is absolutely convenient. So I took out the "most." You see, ...

"Mississippi Queen" was released in Feb. 1970 and featured on the band's debut album, Climbing!, also known as Mountain ...

Twelve years ago today, a 1969 rock hit from a legendary band was named the song that had the best guitar riff ever recorded.

This guitarist was one of Van Halen's biggest influences.

Twelve years ago today, a 1969 rock hit from a legendary band was named the song that had the best guitar riff ever recorded.

"Back in Black" ranked No. 3 greatest guitar riff by Guitar World. AC/DC aimed for a "live as possible" recording with minimal overdubs. The album is best-selling ever without reaching No. 1 in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Guitar music is a ubiquitous feature of popular music, ...

That decision paid dividends as "Start Me Up" became an instant hit. The song peaked at No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. It spent 24 weeks on the chart, marking one of The Rolling Stones ' longest ...

Rock and metal fans named the "worst" and "most annoying" guitar riffs on Reddit in a post that has resurfaced. "I'm a person who very rarely hates anything, especially when it comes to music, but ...