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Christopher Scapelliti
Verified
Editor-in-Chief, Guitar Player
New York
Beats
Games Entertainment. Anime/Manga
Voodoo, Blasphemous Against God
Content
“He goes, ‘Play, boy,’ in that very southern way. I start taking my solo, sweating: ‘He’s going to hit me! I know it’s coming.’” How Jerry Lee Lewis terrorized Rory Gallagher, Dave Davies and Ritchie Blackmore
By Christopher Scapelliti Verified| Guitar Player Verified He called himself “the Killer,” and he lived up to the name, if not literally then figuratively. Jerry Lee Lewis was one of rock and roll’s founding fathers, a piano-pounding boogie-woogie rocker with a piled-high pompadour and a smirk that said he didn’t give a shit if you liked him or not.
By Christopher Scapelliti Verified| Yahoo Entertainment Verified When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Gallagher: Gijsbert Hanekroot/Redferns | Lewis: Bettmann/Getty ImagesHe called himself “the Killer,” and he lived up to the name, if not literally then figuratively. Jerry Lee Lewis was one of rock and roll’s founding fathers, a piano-pounding boogie-woogie rocker with a piled-high pompadour and a smirk that said he didn’t give a shit if you liked him or not.
“He goes, ‘Play, boy,’ in that very southern way. I start taking my solo, sweating: ‘He’s going to hit me! I know it’s coming.’” How Jerry Lee Lewis terrorized Rory Gallagher, Dave Davies and Ritchie Blackmore
By Christopher Scapelliti Verified| Guitar Player Verified He called himself “the Killer,” and he lived up to the name, if not literally then figuratively. Jerry Lee Lewis was one of rock and roll’s founding fathers, a piano-pounding boogie-woogie rocker with a piled-high pompadour and a smirk that said he didn’t give a shit if you liked him or not.
Company Info
Guitar Player
Guitar Player, established in 1967 in San Jose, California, is the world's oldest continuously published magazine dedicated to guitarists. After 57 years in print, it transitioned fully to its digital platform, GuitarPlayer.com, under Future US ownership. The brand continues to be a key player in guitar journalism, focusing on delivering online content. GuitarPlayer.com offers a variety of digital content, including articles, interviews, gear reviews, and video lessons. It features Guitar Player TV, a free streaming service that provides video lessons, artist interviews, and gear demonstrations. The platform also includes educational resources such as tutorials and technique guides, ensuring that guitar enthusiasts of all levels can access valuable information. Guitar Player has a rich history, having published significant stories and hosted competitions like "Guitar Superstar" to highlight emerging talent. The brand has influenced the music community and continues to foster engagement through its multimedia offerings.
New York, United States
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