
DR DRAGON SKIN+(9-46) [for Electric Guitar] [DEQ-9/46]
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Description
Description
Long live the magnificent prince of Les Paul, who left an immortal mark on the HR/HM scene.
This is a compilation of the entire career of the last British guitar hero, who passed away in December 2024!
Following the news of the passing of John Sykes, the gentleman of Les Paul guitar, announced on his official website on January 20, 2025, attention has once again been drawn to the great achievements he left behind. In response to requests from many fans, an expanded and revised edition of the 2020 special issue, "Legendary Guitarist Special Feature: John Sykes," has been announced for release!
Since the previous volume, three interviews with him that were published in Young Guitar magazine have been added, and this updated version reflects recent facts and updates, looking back on the brilliant and charismatic musician's 65-year life!
[CONTENTS]
[SPECIAL GRAVURE] A photographic history of the legendary guitar virtuoso
Portraits of Guitar Nobleman with Black Beauty
[BIOGRAPHY] The embodiment of the British spirit who inherited the authentic genes of great geniuses
Standing at the Glorious Road
[CONDOLENCES FROM MUSICIANS] A tribute to John in heaven
Please Don't Leave Us…
[DISCO & VIDEO-GRAPHY] A detailed explanation of a work that contains intense yet sweet melodies
Children of the Fiery Soul
[ARCHIVE INTERVIEWS] A collection of previously published interviews published in YG magazine and other publications
Everything He talked…
incl. Special Talk Sessions
◆John Sykes × Paul Gilbert, Zakk Wylde
◆John Sykes × Tom Keifer, Ginger, Zakk Wylde
[WITNESS] Interview with the former director who supported creative activities in the 1990s
Interview with Atsushi Fukatami
[CONCERT DATA] Records of 52 performances in Japan across bands
John Sykes in Japan [1983-2004]
[GUITARS & SOUND SYSTEMS] The evolution of the equipment used to create great performances
Screaming Gears
[SIGNATURE MODEL] A detailed analysis of the only gear in his career that bears this name
Inspired by Series John Sykes
LesPaul Custom Aged Ebony Black by GIBSON CUSTOM
[PLAYING ANALYSIS] A thorough examination of the secrets of playing techniques that combine aggression and lyricism
Passages that be Straight for the Heart!
[SPECIAL APPENDIX] 4 masterpieces that reflect his unparalleled talent as a performer and musician
feat. “Thunder And Lightning”, “Crying In The Rain”, “Riot”, “We All Fall Down”
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Basic technique explanations and playing symbols
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About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
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