30 Best Rock Guitar Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

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Anti-Heroes with Zach Blair is a podcast about guitar players that aren't on the covers of the guitar magazines but our host, Zach Blair thinks they should be. Each episode we'll have discussions with players about their motivations, intentions and, best of all, their gear. We'll talk about their careers and how they express themselves in the constantly changing world of guitar music. Anti-Heroes is hosted by Zach Blair, a lifelong guitar obsessive with a career spanning almost thirty years. From his early days in Hagfish that he started with his brother on to the world renowned shock rock musical theater that is GWAR to currently recording and touring in Chicago's Rise Against for the last 15 years. Zach is still searching when it's comes to guitar playing and always will be. Maybe he'll find some answers right here on Anti-Heroes. more

Geek out on your favorite guitar driven classic rock of the 60s, 70s and 80s. Your humble hosts, Jeremy and J.R., talk about your favorite bands, favorite albums and generally everything classic rock related!Please support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/classicguitarrock more

This podcast features free audio guitar lessons taught by Desi Serna, author of Fretboard Theory and Guitar Theory For Dummies. Learn how scales, chords, progressions, modes, and more get applied to the fretboard and familiar songs. Hear how to best get your playing skills in order. Begin to improvise and compose. Understand why your favorite songs sound so good. ➝ What do you specifically need to do in order to play guitar better? Visit the GuitarMusicTheory.com website to get FREE custom video instruction calibrated to your current level. Discover how to progressively play and sound better—today, in as little as 33 minutes! more

NO GUITAR IS SAFE The Guitar Show where Guitar Heroes Plug In. Hosted by Jude Gold.

Welcome to the Chasing Tone Podcast! Join Brian Wampler, Blake Wyland, Richard Oliver, and a variety of special guests as they dive into the world of guitars, pedals, amps, and other guitar gear. From answering your burning questions to discussing bands, gigs, and the latest trends in the guitar world, we cover it all. Expect plenty of off-topic banter and a behind-the-scenes look at our work at Wampler Pedals. If you enjoy guitar podcasts that feel like hanging out with your musician friends, you'll love Chasing Tone. more

The Riffhard Podcast, Eyal Levi goes in depth with the best guitarists in metal. These are the conversations you always wished you could hear with your guitar heroes. more

Have you been struggling with the guitar? You are not alone! For the past 30 years I have been helping beginner, intermediate, and advanced guitarists get out of the guitar rut and find their voice on the guitar. These FREE, FUN, and EASY guitar lessons give you the right mindset for guitar success, and keep you moving forward on the guitar. No matter if you are just starting out or have been playing for years, this is the show that will help you become the guitarist that you always wanted to be! For more lessons, or to just stop by and say hi, come on over to www.playguitarpodcast.com. more

Tone-Talk.com is a Youtube show about music, gear & guitars co-hosted by Marc Huzansky and David Friedman of Friedman Amplification. more

Premier Guitar's world-famous Rig Rundowns take you backstage to explore the live gear used by your favorite guitar and bass players. Whether you're into shred, country, indie, or classic rock, Rig Rundowns give you the lowdown on the instruments, pedals, and amps powering the biggest acts on the road today—and often we even coax them into demoing their favorite settings. Listen now and pick up new tricks for how to set up your rig! more

The No Cover Charge Podcast with Tyler Larson & Jared James Nichols is your all-access backstage pass to the world of guitar—and there's never a cover at the proverbial door. Hosted by two of the most passionate guitarists you'll find, Tyler and Jared deliver a mix of electrifying interviews with legendary guitarists, laugh-out-loud tales from the road, deep dives into guitar culture, and no-holds-barred gear talk.Whether you're a lifelong shredder or just love music, you'll find something unexpected in every episode—a hidden gem, a new perspective, or a story that'll stick with you. It's always a good time, and best of all? No cover charge.Plug in and hang out. more

Imagine your go-to rock and guitar magazine—brought to life in your ears. Hosted by PJ Pat, this podcast takes rock lovers and guitar heads behind the curtain for raw, in-depth stories about the players who defined the music you love. For anyone who eats, sleeps, and breathes rock 'n' roll, this is your next obsession! more

A podcast by guitar dads FOR guitar dads! This is a guitar podcast focused on all things related to guitar dadery - including our favorite guitar dad music, breaking music news, and music-related gear. It's not just a gear podcast and it's not just a music podcast! more

Dedicated To All Things Guitar. Artists, Music, Gear.

Introducing Buy That Guitar Podcast with Ram W. Tuli. On Tuesdays, Ram W. Tuli presents 'Buy That Guitar,' a new podcast from Vintage Guitar magazine. This show is all about the joy of guitars - buying, selling, and collecting both vintage and new guitars, custom shop guitars, amplifiers, and everything in between. Each week, Ram sits down with a special guest to discuss, you guessed it, guitars! Subscribe to our 'Overdrive' newsletter for the latest happenings at Vintage Guitar magazine news: https://www.vintageguitar.com/overdrive more

The riff is the foundation of heavy music, evolving over several decades and styles. Many of our favorite songs started with a single idea and guitar in hand. Anyone can write a riff, but what makes a good riff? Each week, riff disciples Austin Paulson, Dylan Adams, & Justin Swindle attempt to answer this question by discussing their favorite riffs, how they came to be, and why we still worship them today. more

Have Guitar Will Travel, hosted by James Patrick Regan, otherwise known as Jimmy from the Deadlies, is presented by Vintage Guitar magazine, the destination for guitar enthusiasts. Podcast episodes feature guitar players, builders, dealers and more all with great experiences to share!  more

In each episode Chris Shiflett sits down with a legendary guitarist and aims to answer a singular question: 'How did you do that?' Each guitarist will give rare insight into the art of the guitar solo and what makes a great one so memorable. more

Imagine a world where only guitars matter. Welcome to Axe Lords! In every episode, comedian and shredder Dave Hill, producer and best-selling author, Tom Beaujour, and bad-ass luthier to the stars Cindy Hulej hang with musical celebrity guests to discuss why having more guitars is the only true path to happiness and inner peace. Chaos has been known to ensue. Axe Lords is hosted by Dave Hill, Cindy Hulej, and Tom Beaujour.Produced by Studio Kairos. Recorded at Kensaltown East. Engineered by Patrick Samaha. Edited and mixed by Justin Thomas. Artwork by Mark Dowd. Theme music by Valley Lodge. more

Dive back into the decade that defined guitar-driven music. From grunge to Britpop, alt-rock to shred, Stupid And Contagious celebrates the riffs, tones, and stories that made the '90s kick ass! Join us each week as we break down iconic albums, spotlight unsung heroes, and chat with the players who shaped the sound of a generation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to The Guitar Hang Podcast. Where we sit down with guitar players of global renown. From iconic rock legends to jazz virtuosos, we delve into their musical journeys, uncovering the secrets behind their distinctive style. Our episodes offer an intimate backstage pass to the creative minds and nimble fingers behind the strings, complete with intriguing anecdotes, gear insights, and unforgettable performances. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just embarking on your musical odyssey, The Guitar Hang is your destination for all things six-stringed and beyond. Tune in for exclusive interviews and a refined celebration of the world of guitar.' Presented by Jon Stankorb and www.jonsguitarlounge.com.  more

Join pro Guitar Instructors, Performers, Recording Artists and Session Musicians Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe as they talk all things Rock and Metal Guitar. They break down music and pop culture, as well as, learning guitar, guitar gear, performing and Rock guitar culture and history with the wit and insight of guys who have been players for decades. If your like Rock guitar, Rock music, Metal and Shredding this Podcast is a must listen! more

A lipstick pickup is an electric guitar pickup with a captivating sound and appearance that has a devoted cult following that grows with each passing year. True to their name, they were originally chrome lipstick tubes stuffed with magnets and electronics that were the inspired invention of Nathan Daniel, founder of Danelectro. Born from his genius instinct for innovation as well as his devotion to a 'rigid cost control' philosophy, they were an essential component of the guitars that helped stoke an affordable rock-n-roll revolution. The Lipstick Pickup Podcast is an amateur (but very inspired), unscripted, rarely edited conversation devoted to the entirety of the subject. Hosted by Emily Vardaman Walters, The Lipstick Pickup Podcast is a fan-friendly primer on the subject of Danelectro guitars and their impact on the history of popular music of all genres. more

Guitar players, sit back in the ThroBak Guitar Lounge and be part of the internet's most informative guitar hang! Fun takes on tone, guitar collecting, repair and installation tips, guitar news of the day and much more.ThroBak Electronics owner Jon Gundry and co-host Matthew Quail draw upon decades of guitar expertise and insights from their work at ThroBak Electronics making the finest reproductions guitar pickups available today. Join us each week by subscribing to the ThroBak Guitar Lounge Podcast! more

Alex Bouks of Immolation Band and Roger Sutherland, owner of 3 Alarm Guitar Services LLC discuss guitars, guitar gear, and music with guests ranging from musicians to industry experts. more

A podcast dedicated to conversations with today's top guitar and bass musicians. Hosted by: Bob Bakert, Editor jazzguitartoday.com and Raúl Amador, Editor bassmusicianmagazine.com more

The Guitarjet Podcast helps you learn guitar theory, techniques, and fundamentals. Here's a list of general guitar topics I talk about on the show: - Scales - Harmony - Rhythm - Soloing - Song writing - Guitar techniques - Improvisation - Shredding - And different genres such as rock, blues, metal, fusion, funk, and jazz You can expect episodes on Tuesday and Thursday every week. If this sounds like a guitar podcast that you would enjoy, then subscribe to the show, and start listening! You are also welcome to join my free Facebook group, the guitar techniques society. You can find it on Facebook by searching for it, or you can go to: facebook.com/group/guitarjet. Thank you for tuning in to the Guitarjet Podcast! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-guitarjet-podcast--6179656/support . more

Premier Guitar editors Jason Shadrick and Nick Millevoi are arguing over which 100 guitarists you should know. Together, they dig deep into each player's catalog to uncover what makes them unique, influential, and important. Will Robert Quine make the list? Probably not. Trey Anastasio? Definitely. Listen each week as they break down iconic tracks, legendary tones, and even let the occasional guest air their grievances. more

🎸 Creativity Talkin Your podcast for guitar-based music, rock, blues, hard rock, heavy metal, and creative conversations ! Join V & Jason Clarke , best friends with 35+ years behind the scenes in music and entertainment , as they chat with artists, musicians, and entertainers from around the world. Discover the stories, inspiration, and laughs behind the music we love — from guitar riffs to creative breakthroughs. Whether you're a musician, guitar lover, or rock & metal fan , this is your hub for music, creativity, and entertainment . Subscribe now and join the worldwide celebration of guitars and music! Welcome to the Living Room! more

A journey through the players who shaped the sound of modern music.Each episode spotlights five guitarists — where they came from, the guitar they're known for playing, the bands and recordings that defined their sound — and the track that best captures what made them legendary.Rock, jazz, blues, country, fusion, classical, session masters, innovators, and tone pioneers — all part of the six-string story.Five guitarists at a time… until we reach one thousand.For tone chasers, string benders, chicken pickers, boomer bombers, fuzz freaks, and anyone who ever lost a day chasing the perfect riff. more