Simon Bradley
Simon Bradley is a guitar and especially rock guitar expert who worked for Guitarist magazine and has in the past contributed to world-leading music and guitar titles like MusicRadar (obviously), Guitarist, Guitar World and Louder. What he doesn't know about Brian May's playing and, especially, the Red Special, isn't worth knowing.
Latest articles by Simon Bradley
Win a Fender Joe Strummer Tele
By Simon Bradley last updated
The latest in a series of regular giveaway from Fender’s UK arm is a chance to grab one of the coolest signature models the company has ever produced.
New Fender Collaborative Tele
By Simon Bradley last updated
When is a signature guitar not a signature guitar? When it’s a collaborative guitar! Here’s the new JA-90 based, in part, on the musings of Jimmy Eat World head honcho Jim Adkins.

Squier Classic Vibe Telecaster '50s
By Simon Bradley last updated
Looking for an old-school Tele at an entry-level price?

Squier Classic Vibe Stratocaster '50s
By Simon Bradley last updated
The best entry-level Stratocaster on the market?
K.K. Downing Signature Guitar Unveiled
By Simon Bradley last updated
US manufacturer KxK Guitars have announced that they are taking orders for the new signature model of Judas Priest legend K.K. Downing.

LAG Mastershop R3000 SPM
By Simon Bradley last updated
A high-end beauty from Lag's new Mastershop range
Ibanez Celebrate 20 Years Of Paul Gilbert
By Simon Bradley last updated
And so do we! Here’s the official release regarding the ultra-limited edition PGM100RE 20th Anniversary model.
Francis Rossi Gets Hair Cut
By Simon Bradley last updated
A small part of Beelzebub’s kingdom must have iced over, as Status Quo frontman Francis Rossi has decided to get rid of his pony tail after, oh, many years.
U2: The Streets Have A Name
By Simon Bradley last updated
Irish- rockers U2 have had the ultimate honour: having a street named after them. Part of New York’s W53rd route has been renamed – at least for now – ‘U2 Way’ by mayor Michael Bloomberg.
Orange Amps Go White
By Simon Bradley last updated
Here’s the official press release for what has to be one of the coolest amps we’ve seen for ages...
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