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How a happy accident helped George Michael have a hit with a song he thought sounded too much like Prince
By Ben Rogerson published
After releasing three different versions, Michael would later say that he didn't like the one that reached the Top 5 in the US and the UK

Native Instruments releases update on insolvency proceedings
By Si Truss published
CEO Nick Williams writes that the company has seen “strong interest from multiple parties with deep roots in audio and technology”

Charvel’s hotrodded shred performance just got more affordable with the launch of the $569 Standard SD Series
By Jonathan Horsley published
The Standard Series T-styles are cut from the same cloth as their more expensive siblings and present aspiring shredders with a pair of high-output humbuckers and a no-fuss hardtail bridge

“We support the Government’s decision”: Plans to let AI firms pilfer copyrighted material are dropped
By Will Simpson published
Consultation found only 3% supported government plans

“Might have become our favourite reverb, covering a lot of ground, from the smallest snappiest rooms to vast, endless galaxies”: Erica Synths Nightverb review
By Rob Redman published
We’ve never wanted to ‘play’ a reverb before but now we can. We don't want to stop!

What are the best online guitar lessons in 2026? I’m a professional guitar gear reviewer and these are my highest-rated lessons platforms
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
My expert pick of the best online guitar courses will supercharge your playing wherever you are, and whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player

“Is NOT going to happen”: William Orbit has written Ray Of Light sequel but Madonna hasn’t responded
By Will Simpson published
But “zero hard feelings” says the producer

Mark Morton on the secret to his crushing Lamb Of God rhythm tone, and why some effects are best left to post-production
By Jonathan Horsley published
Take one classic overdrive pedal, and use it in a way that suggests you forgot it was was ever an overdrive pedal in the first place
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