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
Squier celebrates a big birthday with 40th Anniversary Gold Collection
By Matthew Parker last updated
Going for gold with ten new models split between two editions
AIR Studios announce guitar recording masterclass
By Matthew Parker last updated
Renowned recording brand AIR Studios has revealed that it will be opening its Lyndhurst Hall facility in Hammersmith, London to the public for a guitar recording masterclass on 26 to 27 November.
Gibson unveils 12-string Les Paul
By Matthew Parker last updated
Iconic instrument doubles-up
The 20 Greatest Metal Guitarists Ever
By Matthew Parker last updated
As voted by you, the TG reader
Musikmesse 2013: Washburn unveils Parallaxe metal guitar range
By Matthew Parker last updated
Check out the full range of Washburn Parallaxe guitars ahead of their debut at Musikmesse 2013
Marshall Amps Headphones: First look!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Marshall Amps is moving into the world of headphones and has unveiled a sneak preview of its first design. Though as you can see, it pretty much gives the game away. Click through for a larger image.
Marshall Major headphones updated
By Matthew Parker last updated
Marshall Headphones, the personal audio wing of Marshall Amplification, has announced an updated version of its popular Major headphones, the Marshall Major Mic.
Motörhead unveil rock-focussed 'Motörheadphönes'
By Matthew Parker last updated
Range born out of frustration with bass-heavy options
Classic interview: Buddy Guy – "If people come see you, I think you should give them every damn thing you’ve got"
By Matthew Parker published
From his childhood on a plantation to being discovered by Muddy Waters and inspiring Clapton; a blues legend looks back
Korg unveils TMR-50 Tuner Metronome Recorder
By Matthew Parker last updated
Firm expands tuner range
Riff lesson: Arctic Monkeys – Don't Sit Down 'Cause I've Moved Your Chair
By Matthew Parker last updated
Learn the heavy riff from Arctic Monkeys' 'Suck It And See' stomper 'Don't Sit Down 'Cause I've Moved Your Chair'.
16 signature guitar effects pedals
By Matthew Parker last updated
From Vai's Jemini to Clapton's Crossroads
Squier J Mascis Jazzmaster signature guitar unveiled
By Matthew Parker last updated
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.
Gretsch unveils new Tim Armstrong signature guitars
By Matthew Parker last updated
Two newies in 'Man Salmon' pink
Keith Urban announces signature guitar brand
By Matthew Parker last updated
Country magnate partners with the Home Shopping Network
Dave Mustaine unveils signature Cleartone strings
By Matthew Parker published
Guitar strings reportedly far louder and much longer lasting than conventional sets
Musikmesse 2013: Yamaha announces DTX502 Series electronic drum kits
By Matthew Parker published
Four new electronic kits and a brand new module in the form of the DTX502 make up Yamaha's massive drum announcement
Kinsman announces entry-level GFX guitar amps
By Matthew Parker published
JHS has unveiled its new range of affordable guitar and bass amplifiers under the Kinsman banner
VIDEO: Steven Wilson - Luminol (Live From Mexico City)
By Matthew Parker published
An exclusive preview of Get All You Deserve
The full Mark Tremonti Twitter Q&A
By Matthew Parker published
Read all of the questions and answers here
Summer NAMM 2012: 6 new Fender acoustic guitars, basses and mandolins
By Matthew Parker published
From the weird and wonderful, to the sensible and affordable
Hard Rock Cafe Guitar Amnesty returns
By Matthew Parker published
Donate your broken guitars!
Got a question for Gus G? Tell us and win D'Addario strings!
By Matthew Parker published
TG is interviewing Ozzy Osbourne and Firewind guitarist Gus G soon and we're giving you the chance to ask him your questions.
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