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
Mr Big Reunion Confirmed
By Simon Bradley last updated
In an interview posted up on Music Radar.com, bass-plucker extraordinaire Billy Sheehan has confirmed that seminal nineties rockers Mr Big are back – and with original guitarist Paul Gilbert too.
Gibson Dark Fire’s Dark Secrets Revealed
By Simon Bradley last updated
Because, like, we’re the best guitar magazine in the whole wide world, we have a super-exclusive review of Gibson’s technologically amazing new innovation in next month’s issue.
Rock Stars & Their 'Magical Transformations'
By Simon Bradley last updated
Well frosty website Gigwise.com has compiled a sometimes-fascinating list of ‘before’ and ‘after’ shots of well known musicians, the timeframe relating being on or off-stage.
Bruce Springsteen European Dates
By Simon Bradley last updated
The Boss™ has announce a brace of Euro dates this summer as part of his whopping world tour in support of his latest tome Working On A Dream, which is out now.
Miley Maiden
By Simon Bradley last updated
US tween idol Miley Cyrus has ruffled some features by daring to be seen sporting, of all things, an Iron Maiden t-shirt.
New DiMarzio Artist pickups...
By Simon Bradley last updated
DiMarzio announce new additions to their Artist range of pickups. Here’s the full official release.
The Setlist You Know: Heaven & Hell kick off world tour
By Simon Bradley last updated

Marshall SL5
By Simon Bradley last updated
The classic Slash tone crammed into a small combo amp

TC Electronic Ditto Looper
By Simon Bradley last updated
A super-small, ultra-simple single-track looper designed specifically for use by guitarists

Washburn HB36 Vintage
By Simon Bradley last updated
A classic semi, complete with faux ageing and a very low price tag. But does it sound any good?

Gear4Music BP120 multi FX pedal
By Simon Bradley last updated
A decent and affordable selection of bass effects and beats to play along with.

Gear4Music Harlem Electric Guitar
By Simon Bradley last updated
The Metal X looks great and sounds great: leave the whammy alone and you'll be away.
My Top 5 Guitar Things Of The Last 25 Years – Simon Bradley
By Simon Bradley last updated
Guitarist magazine celebrates its 25th Anniversary this issue with a special Collector's Edition, on sale now!
Vigier UK Promo Dates
By Simon Bradley last updated
Vigier, pioneers of carbon fibre technology, are pleased to announce a series of promotional appearances and in-store clinics during the run up to Christmas 2009.
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