Explore the stories behind the jams, the creative friction, and the shared genius that happens when two or more guitar heroes (or guitarists and other artists) join forces. From fiery duels and groundbreaking studio sessions to unforgettable live performances, we analyze the techniques, the chemistry, and the lasting impact of the greatest collaborative moments involving the guitar.
The Night the Stars Aligned: Buddy Guy and SRV at the Lone Star CafeNew!!
While the set featured several blues standards, the standout moment was their take on "Mary Had A Little Lamb." Though originally a Buddy Guy track from the 1960s, Stevie had popularized it for a new generation on his Texas Flood album.
Drinkin' TNT 'N' Smokin' Dynamite: The Explosive 1974 Summit of Junior Wells and Buddy Guy
In 1974, the Montreux Jazz Festival became the site of a truly historic "great guitar collaboration"—one that transcended mere instrumental teamwork and became a masterclass in blues chemistry and performance dynamics. That year, the legendary Chicago duo of Junior Wells and Buddy Guy stepped onto the stage for a performance that would be captured on […]
The Guitar That Wept: Mick Taylor and Carla Olson’s Timeless Take on “Winter”
Mick Taylor and Carla Olson is a powerful reminder that the blues is not about age or genre, but about feeling. Taylor, already a legend, found a perfect musical partner in Olson to revisit a classic from his past,
Nashville’s Finest: Brent Mason and Johnny Hiland's Session-Guitar Showdown
In the world of guitar heroes, we often celebrate the rockers and the blues legends, but Nashville holds a different kind of deity: the session guitarist. These are the players whose licks define entire eras of music, yet whose faces are rarely seen outside the studio booth. The collaboration between Brent Mason and Johnny Hiland […]
Acoustic Royalty: The Fingerstyle Magic of Doc and Merle Watson
Sometimes, the most dazzling guitar collaborations aren't about volume, distortion, or competing licks; they are about intimacy, impeccable timing, and a deep, shared musical vocabulary. The legendary father-and-son duo of Doc Watson and Merle Watson embodied this principle, and their performance of Bob Dylan’s "Don't Think Twice, It's All Right" is a perfect acoustic masterclass. […]
Classic Cuts: Albert King & John Mayall Deliver the Definitive "Born Under A Bad Sign"
For any devotee of the blues guitar, the song "Born Under A Bad Sign" is sacred ground. Written by Booker T. Jones and William Bell, and immortalized by Albert King in 1967, it remains one of the genre's most iconic tracks. A powerful live video, featuring King performing the song alongside British blues pioneer John […]
How Eric Clapton Made George Harrison's Guitar Gently Weep
If a song could capture the exact moment a band was falling apart, it would be The Beatles’ “While My Guitar Gently Weeps.” This track is not just a masterpiece
The Blues Hand-Off: When Albert King Tested Stevie Ray Vaughan (In Session)
In 1983, a pivotal moment in music history was captured live on tape: the television special Albert King with Stevie Ray Vaughan: In Session. It was the moment the old guard, represented by the towering force of Albert King, formally acknowledged
The Duel on Layla: Eric Clapton and Duane Allman's Defining Collaboration
The sound of two legends colliding. Few guitar solos are instantly recognizable; fewer still manage to capture such raw, desperate, and passionate emotion. The sound of the "Layla" riff and its subsequent climax isn't just a moment in rock history—it's the documented sonic proof of a chemical reaction between two of the greatest guitarists to […]
When the Kings Met the Flood: B.B. King, Albert Collins, and the Magic of Stevie Ray Vaughan
It’s a moment blues fans dream about, yet rarely witness: three distinct voices, three legendary guitars, united by one language—the blues.The scene was the 1988 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The stage was set, and the atmosphere was electric as the crowd realized they were about to witness a historic summit. Standing side-by-side were […]