
Matthew Parker
Matt is a freelance journalist who has spent the last decade interviewing musicians for the likes of Total Guitar, Guitarist, Guitar World, MusicRadar, NME.com, DJ Mag and Electronic Sound. In 2020, he launched CreativeMoney.co.uk, which aims to share the ideas that make creative lifestyles more sustainable. He plays guitar, but should not be allowed near your delay pedals.
Latest articles by Matthew Parker

Got a question for Machine Head? Tell us and win some D'Addario strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing Robb Flynn and Phil Demmel from the mighty Machine Head on their biggest UK tour to date next week and we're giving you the chance to ask them your questions.

Got a question for Johnny Marr? Tell us and win some D'Addario strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing indie guitar legend Johnny Marr next week and we're giving you the chance to ask him your questions.

Got a question for Tom Morello? Tell us and win some D'Addario strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing the inimitable Tom Morello next week and we're giving you the chance to ask him your questions.

Got a question for Five Finger Death Punch? Tell us and win some D'Addario strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing Five Finger Death Punch guitarist and founder Zoltan Bathory next week and we're giving you the chance to ask him your questions.

Got a question for Bombay Bicycle Club? Tell us and win some strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing Bombay Bicycle Club guitarists Jack Steadman and Jamie MacColl this week, and we're giving you the chance to ask them your questions.

Squier J Mascis Jazzmaster signature guitar unveiled
By Matthew Parker published
J Mascis, frontman and guitarist of alt-rock champs Dinosaur Jr., has teamed up with Squier to create a new affordable signature model – the Squier J Mascis Jazzmaster.

Dean Guitars' DOA UK show this weekend
By Matthew Parker published
This coming Saturday (24 September) Dean players from all over the country will assemble at The Standard Music Venue in London for the fourth annual DOA UK event – an evening of gigs, gear and beer.

Guild unveil new GAD series acoustic guitars
By Matthew Parker published
US manufacturer Guild has announced that it has overhauled its GAD series and added new models in a variety of body styles.

Got a question for Tony Iommi? Tell us and win some strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing legendary guitarist Tony Iommi next week and we're giving the chance to ask him a question about his career playing with 'Sabbath.

Got a question for Lenny Kravitz? Tell us and win some strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing Lenny Kravitz and we're giving you the chance to ask him your questions.

11 bands we caught at Latitude Festival 2011
By Matthew Parker published
Total Guitar headed down to last weekend's (15 to 17 July) Latitude festival to catch a variety of awesome guitar bands, sample some ciders and laugh with glee at the indignant and colourful sheep.
TG's Sonisphere 2011 stage times cheat sheet
By Matthew Parker published
Download our print-friendly Sonisphere cheat sheet featuring stage times, must-see guitarists and essential festival tips. You'll save a pretty penny too!

Marshall Major headphones updated
By Matthew Parker published
Marshall Headphones, the personal audio wing of Marshall Amplification, has announced an updated version of its popular Major headphones, the Marshall Major Mic.
TG's Download 2011 cheat sheet
By Matthew Parker published
Click-through to download TG's Download 2011 cheat sheet in a handy printable format, including full line-up and stage times, essential tips and band recommendations.

Total Guitar issue 214: Inside the mag
By Matthew Parker published
The second issue of the new-look Total Guitar magazine is now available on newsstands nationwide, but you can have a look inside right here.
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