Learning: 80's Rock

A joke about big hair or spandex would be too easy, so let’s get right to the music. We know what you like – hi gain, power chords, fret tapping, etc. Our 80s Rock section focuses on explorations of the guitar gods from the era: Eddie Van Halen, the Edge, Jerry Cantrell (Alice in Chains), Mark Knopfler, Neal Schon (Journey), Steve Lukather, Prince, Elliot Easton of the Cars and others. For all the teasing about this decade in music there are a number of great guitar players who came out of this era who are worth examining, emulating and learning from. Have a look at some of our great artist profile lessons to learn more.