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
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VIDEO: RGT Preliminary Grade Rock - Picking lesson (TG229)
By Matthew Parker last updated
How you target your pick is crucial
![Guitarists we like on the gear that they love](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4a7d0f9880a0b3eb7af1d85a488bf87e-320-80.jpg)
Me And My Guitar: Rob Stephens, Hawk Eyes
By Matthew Parker, Total Guitar last updated
Guitarists we like on the gear that they love
![Handmade in Manchester](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5b8e57d431f0a3bf130ac1225626ff5c-320-80.jpg)
The Creamery unveils Baby '71 Standard Wide Range pickups
By Matthew Parker last updated
Handmade in Manchester
![MSRP $1,499 (approx. £935)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/16d8bdcf003f92587d2415b928acc4db-320-80.jpg)
In Pictures: Gibson Grabber 3 70s Tribute Bass
By Matthew Parker last updated
US firm's forgotten classic revived
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Fender unveils new Machete and Super-Sonic heads
By Matthew Parker last updated
Two heads and two cabs on the way
![Another embattled axe for your inspection](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/66546fe93189b207e16f4c1f1eed3d86-320-80.jpg)
Me And My Guitar: Barroné, Fearless Vampire Killers
By Matthew Parker, Total Guitar last updated
On his blood-stained Washburn KC-LTD
![From left to right: Les Paul, Wildkat, ES-339, Riviera P93, Dot and Swingster](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/1bbf0ddbf9e945e94e4a9fb59be38a40-320-80.jpg)
In Pictures: Epiphone Limited Edition Black Royale Collection
By Matthew Parker last updated
All in rare Black Pearl finish
![Pictured left to right: Vox AmPhones Lead, Twin, Bass and AC30](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8569e39a69a91bad91ca6d3bab405776-320-80.jpg)
Vox announces AmPhones headphone-amp range
By Matthew Parker last updated
Integrated AmPlug allows direct guitar connection
![The new British Racing Green finish is available for a limited time on Vox's AC15, AC30 and AC4 C1 amps](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/85d26afbad0fe8255255d1cac859aaa6-320-80.jpg)
Vox unveils British Racing Green AC amp finish
By Matthew Parker last updated
Limited edition covering revealed
![There are four models in total: the guitar-focussed StompLab IG and IIG (black) and the IB and IIB (red) for bassists.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9db1f61059ba5e62b1defae587b6f07c-320-80.jpg)
Vox unveils StompLab multi-fx models
By Matthew Parker last updated
High-quality, compact build the aim
![The Rolling Stones at Hyde Park, June 1969](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5465d305647b6ebcd880f90d33ac83a5-320-80.jpg)
New Rolling Stones documentary, Crossfire Hurricane, due November
By Matthew Parker last updated
Career-spanning film on the way
![The alt rocker on his custom-built First Act](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/66546fe93189b207e16f4c1f1eed3d86-320-80.jpg)
Me And My Guitar: Mike Duce, Lower Than Atlantis
By Matthew Parker, Total Guitar last updated
The alt rocker on his custom-built First Act
![BCC go for the late-90s boy band look...](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/0576ca0645a8bd067ebc0f3bac6c56fb-320-80.jpg)
Black Country Communion confirm new album, Afterglow
By Matthew Parker last updated
See the tracklist, artwork and trailer here
![Peavey Hollywood will showcase the firm's top-of-the-line gear](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/51a90995ae7f56f8559bba741690d270-320-80.jpg)
Peavey opens Hollywood showroom
By Matthew Parker last updated
Gear firm gets swish West Coast pad
![The new pedal will feature the same pressed-steel box and gloss powder coating as its predecessor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7d2b4f94fb3fb2dfc0fe72c96c33ae53-320-80.jpg)
Rotosound reissues iconic Vintage Fuzz pedal
By Matthew Parker last updated
Legendary stompbox returns
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VIDEO: Flight Of The Conchords return for charity single
By Matthew Parker last updated
Bret and Jemaine team up with school kids
![Head down to the London branch on 22 September to get your gear valued](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c7c33f4ab08a5d0212bd794fc51a63cf-320-80.jpg)
Get your memorabilia valued at the Antiques Rockshow!
By Matthew Parker last updated
Event returns to London this September
![Sale also includes in-app purchases](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d208f5562886b79b47b3d2994d39058e-320-80.jpg)
Get 50% off AmpliTube for iPhone and iPad
By Matthew Parker last updated
App on sale until 30 August
![Ash body, available in Butterscotch Blonde only; American Vintage '52 Tele single-coil pickups](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ec75f53f72d878f0ee3595835dea9e5d-320-80.jpg)
In Pictures: Fender American Vintage Series
By Matthew Parker last updated
Detailed shots galore
![The AlumiSonic Extreme Custom](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/702c03b90ada15bb3c8ca4d871460672-320-80.jpg)
AlumiSonic shows off the Extreme Custom
By Matthew Parker last updated
More switches than a flight-deck
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Jackson announces two new JS Series Kelly Bird basses
By Matthew Parker last updated
Affordable four-strings for metal lovers
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TC Electronic releases metal-themed TonePrint pack
By Matthew Parker last updated
New presets from Mastodon and Anthrax
![The new EHX 'Car-wah'](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eb4d41a56140239a7ba8b6f1b6900596-320-80.jpg)
VIDEO: Electro-Harmonix wah tested to destruction
By Matthew Parker last updated
Will the pedal survive being run-over?
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