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
John Lennon: Francis Rossi interview
By Matthew Parker last updated
Status Quo guitarist Francis Rossi continues to live in awe of Lennon's gift for 'perfect pop'
CLOSED Win an Epiphone Casino and Vox AC30 in our John Lennon comp!
By Matthew Parker last updated
The roots of John Lennon's guitar sound are centred around products by Epiphone and Vox and you can win an Epiphone Inspired By Casino guitar and Vox AC30 Custom amp in our latest competition.
John Lennon: Sum 41 interview
By Matthew Parker last updated
Deryck Whibley on Lennon's masterful songwriting, politics and 'I Am The Walrus'
John Lennon: Joey Molland interview
By Matthew Parker last updated
The Badfinger legend takes TG back to the time he played guitar for John Lennon
TG209: John Lennon – Working Class Guitar Hero
By Matthew Parker last updated
On the site and in the mag
John Lennon: Charlie Benante (Anthrax) interview
By Matthew Parker last updated
Anthrax's guitar playing drummer reveals how The Beatles formed the blueprint for modern guitar music
John Lennon: Marcus Bonfanti interview
By Matthew Parker last updated
The breakthrough blues artist on his hero's legacy as a songwriter and guitarist
John Lennon: Randy Bachman interview
By Matthew Parker last updated
The Guess Who/Bachman-Turner Overdrive guitarist, Randy Bachman, explains to TG why he's been a John Lennon devotee for most of his adult life.
CLOSED Win a DBZ Barchetta Absinthe guitar worth £799!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Enter our competition to win a DBZ Barchetta Absinthe guitar and pay homage to the drink that allegedly lost Van Gogh an ear!
John Lennon: A fortnight of features
By Matthew Parker last updated
Two weeks of praise for the jealous guy
Jimi Hendrix Royal Albert Hall documentary on the way
By Matthew Parker last updated
Janie Hendrix, sister of Jimi and CEO of Experience Hendrix, has announced a new documentary about the guitarist's 1969 gigs at London's Royal Albert Hall.
Free Track Friday: Free MP3 downloads from Trash Talk, British Sea Power and more
By Matthew Parker last updated
This week we've got free MP3 downloads for all the family from Trash Talk, British Sea Power, Middle Class Rut and Shimmering Stars. Streams where available.
Coheed And Cambria interview: guitarists talk UK tour
By Matthew Parker last updated
Prog rocking guitarists on touring, head injuries and, err, botany
Video: Zakk Wylde in yellow 'Kill Bill' jumpsuit – a must see!
By Matthew Parker last updated
We're not entirely sure how we missed this last week, but the new video for Black Label Society single 'Overlord' (above) is brilliant.
Free Track Friday: Free MP3 downloads from Liam Gallagher, James Walsh and more
By Matthew Parker last updated
This week, we're like, totally all about free MP3 downloads (with streams) from Liam Gallagher (Beady Eye), Whales In Cubicles, James Walsh and Mimas. Check them out and that, yeah?
Video: Jack White jamming with Conan O'Brien
By Matthew Parker last updated
Odd couple cover Eddie Cochran classic
Noel Gallagher's solo material "totally amazing"
By Matthew Parker last updated
Alan McGee, the man who signed Oasis to his Creation Records label, has revealed that he has heard Noel Gallagher's new solo songs and that he believes them to be the equal of 'Live Forever'.
Have you seen Dave?
By Matthew Parker last updated
Murray proves popular among London readers
Free Track Friday: Free MP3 downloads from The Decemberists, Kurt Vile and Primitai
By Matthew Parker last updated
All sorts of bands for all sorts of fans!
James Walsh interview: The benefits of recording with an orchestra in Arctic Norway
By Matthew Parker last updated
Musical adventures in the land of the midnight sun
Video: Slash onstage with Alter Bridge!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Slash has appeared onstage with Alter Bridge in Sweden for a lively rendition of 'Rise Today' and you can check out the video here.
Philip Sayce interview: Guitarist talks UK tour dates
By Matthew Parker last updated
Hair cut? Check. Fresh socks? Check.
TG208: Four Iron Maiden covers to collect!
By Matthew Parker last updated
On the site and in the mag
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