by Tom Beaujour
First published 2013
Tom Beaujour opens the vault doors to reveal the most coveted guitar collections on earth. Guitar Aficionado magazine's luxury publication showcases epic instruments owned by musical legends. Eric Johnson, Jimmie Vaughan, and Elliot Easton of the Cars share their prized possessions alongside detailed photography. Robbie Robertson of the Band, Joe Bonamassa, and Aerosmith's Joe Perry and Brad Whitford offer personal stories behind each guitar. The book captures Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick, Randy Bachman, and Fleetwood Mac's Lindsey Buckingham discussing their collections. Steve Earle and other artists provide firsthand accounts of their instruments. Special chapters examine iconic guitars that shaped music history, including pieces from Eddie Van Halen, ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons, and Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi. Ace Frehley of Kiss, Peter Frampton, and John Lennon receive dedicated coverage for instruments that transformed popular culture. This full-color volume delivers rare photography and exclusive images throughout.
Genres: art, non-fiction, biography-memoir, music
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: behind-the-scenes, personal-stories
256 pages · Hardcover · TIME Home Entertainment Inc.