Claire Davies

Folk singer songwriter and Dylan fan Will Varley has performed everything from festival campsite gigs to sold out theatres. Here he shares his tips for rocking the busking scene.

Classic offerings from the bass players behind Chic, Donna Summer, Kylie Minogue and others

Ever fancied writing a Good Charlotte inspired bassline? Here's how GC bass player Paul Thomas wrote the basslines for three of the band's biggest songs.

Advice from one of the world's leading recording bassists.

From the Prince funk pop stylings of Bad Rabbits to the Led Zeppelin inspired riffs of J Roddy Walston & The Business, if you love low-end you'll be sure to find something inspirational here...

From packing gigbag essentials to owning the stage, Black Veil Brides' Ashley Purdy talks us through the different aspects of touring and performing live.

Discover cool gear, inspirational bassists, and expert video lessons covering a range of bass guitar techniques.

Question: how much power goes into a truly classic riff? Answer: 50,000 Unstoppable Watts

Morello on being influenced by sport and politics, trying to ape the sound of a hippo on guitar, and how collaborating with your band will lead to some of your best guitar riffs

Few bands have created as many memorable riffs as Aerosmith. Joe Perry and Brad Whitford recall how two of their finest, 'Love In An Elevator' and 'Walk This Way', came about.

Phil Collen gets down with the riff that's filled a thousand strip joints

Megadeth axeman Dave Mustaine walks Total Guitar through the fiery riff from 'Hangar 18'

The Hertfordshire rockers' guitar duo get their riff on with Total Guitar

Ahead of TG's Monster Riffs issue (TG207, onsale this Friday 1st Oct), we've decided to bring you a whole week's worth of guitar riff-related goodness

Ever wondered what goes into producing a Nintendo-tinged live power metal album? Herman Li explains all…

Vintage interviews from the TG Vault...

Vintage interviews from the TG Vault...

As a standing tribute to the late Paul Gray, TG presents this never-before published interview with the Slipknot bassist.

TG coverstars Biffy Clyro came and conquered our (nearby) hometown of Bristol last week, bringing the bright lights, signature Squiers and epic sing-alongs with them.

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