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Motley Crue guitarist John 5 recently stated that he is hopeful that his decision to join the band doesn’t cause his longstanding friendship with Rob Zombie to fizzle out. John 5 was announced as Crue’s new guitarist late last year, replacing Mick Mars who has since been embroiled in a war of words and a legal wrangle with his former …

Renowned guitarist John 5 recently opened up about the profound influence that guitar legends Eddie Van Halen and Joe Maphis have had on his musical journey. Having seamlessly woven his eclectic style into the fabric of bands like Mötley Crüe, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, and David Lee Roth, John 5’s versatility is unmistakable. In a recent interview with Guitar World, …

John 5 recently reminisced the first time he saw Mötley Crüe live, noting how the show was so loud he got physically sick. It has been noted  that  John 5 proved to be the much-needed component to make the veteran hair metal outfit feel fresh again, with his arrival so universally praised that even the band’s legendary guitarist, Mick Mars, …

In a recent candid conversation with Guitar World, the multifaceted John 5 delved into his deep appreciation for the enigmatic virtuoso, Buckethead. This guitar maestro has left an indelible mark on John 5, influencing not only his musical journey but also the design of his newly launched signature Telecaster. According to UG – Buckethead, renowned for his ostentatious style and …