Nick Cracknell
Nick Cracknell was news editor of Total Guitar back in the 00s, and is now a published author. Total Guitar is Europe's best-selling guitar magazine.
Every month it features interviews with the biggest names and hottest new acts plus Guest Lessons from the stars.
Finally, our Rocked & Rated section is the place to go for reviews, round-ups and help setting up your guitars and gear.
Latest articles by Nick Cracknell
Geezer: "No Sabbath Reunion!"
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Bassist Geezer Butler has quashed rumours of a Black Sabbath reunion with Ozzy Osbourne at the helm
Alice Auction
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Guitarist Jerry Cantrell is auctioning some of his favorite clothes from key moments in his career to benefit MusiCares and the Layne Staley Fund.
Guitar Power! Mag Special
By Nick Cracknell last updated
A new special edition of Computer Music magazine will help you nail how to record professional-sounding guitar at home.
New Metallica In February: "A Lot More Melodic..."
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Metallica have almost finished their new studio album which is reportedly due in February.
RIP Paul Fox
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Paul Fox, guitarist and later vocalist with the John Peel championed The Ruts, has died after being diagnosed as having inoperable lung cancer earlier this year. He died on Sunday, aged 56.
Aluminium Guitars - The Sound Of The Future?
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Traditional wooden guitars have long held centre stage for their quality both in terms of acoustics and sustain...
Homme Planning New QOTSA Album
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Josh Homme is itching to record a new album with the latest incarnation of Queens Of The Stone Age.
HIM's Ville To Record Bond Theme?
By Nick Cracknell last updated
The James Bond music men have reportedly approached Ville Valo of Finnish metallers HIM to record the theme for the next 007 movie.
Led Zep To Record New Music?
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page has suggested that the recently reformed band may be on the verge of recording new material.
More Hendrix: All-Star Tribute Event In London!
By Nick Cracknell last updated
A one-off event celebrating the career of Jimi Hendrix is taking place in London in two weeks!
Spector and Winehouse Top Halloween Costumes!
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Celeb murder suspect Phil Spector and bingey popstress Amy Winehouse top this year's music industry Halloween costume list...
Finnish GUitar Heroes Collaborate
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Eleven of the most respected and talented Finnish heavy metal guitarists have come together in the studio to record an album for everyone who loves virtuoso guitar!
Atreyu axeman launches 80s clothing line!
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Atreyu guitarist Dan Jacobs has launched his own clothing line, Rokk Clothing, which aims to "bring alive the classic rock shirt of today."
Radiohead Net £5 Million In First 6 days!
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Those clever b*ggers Radiohead have reportedly netted nearly £5 million from their new 'free' album
Muse Mess Around On Boats
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Muse have revealed bizarre plans to tour the Mediterranean coast next year with a series of gigs off the back of boats.
BIMM To Open New Branch In Bristol
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Brighton’s Institute Of Modern Music will be opening a brand new college as of September 2008 – in Bristol.
Hendrix Back On The Road...
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Jimi's greatest hits are to be played live once again as the Experience Hendrix Tour kicks off in the US.
VR: Is This The End?
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Something smells fishy in the Velvet Revolver camp, and it ain't Matt Sorum's boxers.
Randall Announce Hammett Signature Amps
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Randall Amps have announced the launch of the Kirk Hammett Signatures Series line of amps, cabs, modules and combos...
Gallows Banned From Disneyland!
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Disney bosses have banned punk upstarts Gallows from appearing at Disneyland because of their controversial songs.
Total Guitar Auctions Off Legendary Rockbox!
By Nick Cracknell last updated
Here is your chance to get your hands on a genuine piece of rock history! We are auctioning off the actual ghetto blaster used in our legendary Rockbox features...
Sex Pistols Plan New Tunes
By Nick Cracknell last updated
The Sex Pistols want to record their first new material in 30 years after the success of their recent reunion tour.
Early Beatles Bootlegs Slated For Release
By Nick Cracknell last updated
A US indie label claims it is releasing previously unheard early recordings from rock legends The Beatles.
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