
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
Angels And Airwaves Give Away New Album
By Matthew Parker last updated
Following in the footsteps of Radiohead, Angels And Airwaves are giving away their new album, ‘Love’, for free via their hi-tech media-art platform, or “website”, to the likes of you.
Video: John Lennon, Eric Clapton And Keith Richards Jamming!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Sometimes, wading through the endless waves of mediocre and poor quality content on YouTube can actually pay-off.
Play Guitar Now! The Complete Blues Guide Now On Sale
By Matthew Parker last updated
Play Guitar Now! The Complete Blues Guide is the latest instalment in our series of entry-level one-off magazines for new and developing guitarists.
Freebies: The Friday Free Download Round-Up
By Matthew Parker last updated
Some are weird as hell, some require email sign-ups, some your first-born, but they’re all free and they’ve all got guitars in and that’s the main thing.
Video: The Top 5 Guitar-Based Love Songs
By Matthew Parker last updated
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and those of us at TG with apples to eye are all sharpening our quills and tuning our lutes for a weekend of woo
High Voltage Festival To Feature Joe Bonamassa, Zakk Wylde And Gary Moore
By Matthew Parker last updated
High Voltage Festival is a new London-based rock event, set to take
Video: Slash Talks New Solo Album (UPDATE: new 'Paradise City' stream)
By Matthew Parker last updated
Check out Metal Hammer's new video interview with Slash in which he talks about his forthcoming solo album.
A KISS For Valentine’s Day… And A New Bass Guitar!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Check out the new KISS Valentine's E-Card
Jerry Cantrell Signature Crybaby Wah Pedal: First look
By Matthew Parker last updated
Run your eyes over the new Jerry Cantrell signature Crybaby wah pedal (JC95 to its friends) from Jim Dunlop.
The Gaslight Anthem Announce New Album ‘American Slang’ And UK Tour
By Matthew Parker last updated
New Jersey punk rockers The Gaslight Anthem will undertake a new set of UK tour dates in June in support of their forthcoming third album, ‘American Slang’
Top 5 Guitar Riffs In Songs About Drugs
By Matthew Parker last updated
While we all know that the drugs don’t work, at least they have inspired these BIG-ASS MONSTER RIFF...
Video: Wild Beasts ‘We Still Got The Taste Dancing On Our Tongues’
By Matthew Parker last updated
Wild Beasts have unveiled the video for their new single ‘We Still Got The Taste Dancing On Our Tongues’ (out 22 March)
Competition: WIN One Of Three Creed CD And DVD Packs!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Do you like free stuff? Do you like Creed? Well then you might enjoy our new Creed competition!
The Who Remixed By Slash And, Erm, will.i.am…
By Matthew Parker last updated
A remix of The Who classic ‘My Generation’ by will.i.am and Slash made its debut on Sunday at Super Bowl XLV (sort of like the American FA Cup, but longer and with more food)
Free MP3: North Atlantic Oscillation ‘Cell Count’
By Matthew Parker last updated
North Atlantic Oscillation will release a new single ‘Drawing Maps From Memory’ on 8 March, two weeks ahead of their album, ‘Grappling Hooks’ (due 22 March, if you’re bad at calendars).
Video: Justin King Nailing ‘Crown’ On A Double-Neck Acoustic
By Matthew Parker last updated
TG is sure that those of you that like to spend time on the internet may already be aware of tapping-maestro Justin King, but sometimes it’s nice to reminisce
The Dead Weather: Second Album Could Be Out By Spring
By Matthew Parker last updated
Jack White’s most recent incarnation, The Dead Weather, have announced that the band’s second album is almost finished.
Fun-Time Fridays: The Top 5 Most Controversial Top 5 Lists
By Matthew Parker last updated
TG tackles the big issues facing our loyal readers...
Video: Birds Playing Guitar! Finch (The Band) Will Be Suing…
By Matthew Parker last updated
Check out this video of some finches getting their shred on
Marshall Announce Second Slash Signature Model - The AFD100
By Matthew Parker last updated
Legendary louder-maker Marshall has announced that it is working on a new signature guitar amplifier for Slash – the AFD100.
How's This For A Musical Holiday!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Fancy A Weekend Away? How about the Cotswolds? No? How about five days in a legendary recording studio working with bonafide rock stars and accommodation in a swanky West London hotel?
Video: Couple playing the same guitar!
By Matthew Parker last updated
The couple that plays together, stays together
Classic Rock Issue Exclusive Bonus Tracks For Slash Solo Album
By Matthew Parker last updated
Total Guitar’s sister magazine Classic Rock will be issuing a “Fan Pack” version of Slash’s forthcoming solo album, featuring two exclusive bonus tracks.
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