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Recent Examples of guitarist
Just last week, when the NFL kicked off Week 1 of its regular season, Testament guitarist Alex Skolnick opened up the Bengals-Browns game at Huntington Bank Field.
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Quentin Thane Singer, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Neil’s with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and Sixx’s with the Los Angeles Times — also have their subjects addressing the band’s split with former guitarist Mick Mars in 2022 and the sore feelings and lawsuits that have come out of that.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Byford continues to be the lead vocalist, while Quinn is still the lead guitarist.
—Alex Heigl, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
Billy Crudup ended up cast as Russell Hammond, guitarist of Stillwater.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
The Enquirer sat down with guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Tom Johnston to discuss the 2025 Walk This Road tour and album, and what keeps The Doobie Brothers going after all these years.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
Propelled by one of guitarist Wes Borland’s hypnotic riffs, crunching beats, old-school record scratches and the group’s signature shouty choruses, the whole thing comes crashing to a close with a pummeling final chorus that finally nods to the country star in the title.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
After helping his stepdad, guitarist Mick Jones, get Foreigner into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Mark Ronson is boosting their new effort to serve as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding band.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025
Floyd guitarist drops tour album, film David Gilmour’s 2024 Luck and Strange Concerts tour was definitely one of the most memorable classic rock treks of recent years, showcasing one of the greatest guitarists of all time performing from both the Pink Floyd songbook and his own mighty solo catalog.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
Quentin Thane Singer, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Neil’s with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and Sixx’s with the Los Angeles Times — also have their subjects addressing the band’s split with former guitarist Mick Mars in 2022 and the sore feelings and lawsuits that have come out of that.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Byford continues to be the lead vocalist, while Quinn is still the lead guitarist.
—Alex Heigl, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
Billy Crudup ended up cast as Russell Hammond, guitarist of Stillwater.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
The Enquirer sat down with guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Tom Johnston to discuss the 2025 Walk This Road tour and album, and what keeps The Doobie Brothers going after all these years.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2025
Propelled by one of guitarist Wes Borland’s hypnotic riffs, crunching beats, old-school record scratches and the group’s signature shouty choruses, the whole thing comes crashing to a close with a pummeling final chorus that finally nods to the country star in the title.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 Sep. 2025
After helping his stepdad, guitarist Mick Jones, get Foreigner into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Mark Ronson is boosting their new effort to serve as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding band.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025
Floyd guitarist drops tour album, film David Gilmour’s 2024 Luck and Strange Concerts tour was definitely one of the most memorable classic rock treks of recent years, showcasing one of the greatest guitarists of all time performing from both the Pink Floyd songbook and his own mighty solo catalog.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guitarist
Noun
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He was replaced by former Guns N’ Roses drummer Matt Sorum.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
19 Sep. 2025
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Now, the band—lead singer and guitarist Alex Gaskarth, lead guitarist Jack Barakat, drummer Rian Dawson and bassist Zack Merrick—is back with a brand new record.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The former artistic director of the organization's jazz programming, composer and pianist Jason Moran, departed in July after joining the Kennedy Center in 2011.—
Anastasia Tsioulcas,
NPR,
11 Sep. 2025
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The pianist’s choice of instrument also matters.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Her unique position as a contemporary violinist also sets her apart in an industry landscape often dominated by vocalists, rappers, and producers.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
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Daring composer Jlin also collaborates with violinist Daniel Bernard Roumain and percussive dancer Leonardo Sandoval.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
7 Sep. 2025
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Numerous generations have looked up to the great tenor saxophonist, who performed alongside John Coltrane in the ‘60s and participated in numerous transcendent dates before his passing in 2022 at 81.—
Bret Saunders,
Denver Post,
31 Aug. 2025
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An aspiring jazz saxophonist might consider Lawrence University (#312) in Appleton, Wisconsin.—
Emma Whitford,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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The band was co-founded by keyboardist Davies and vocalist Roger Hodgson.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
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Two years ago, Etienne keyboardist and author Bob Stanley published a biography of The Bee Gees, and a few moments on International reflect the craftsmanship of vintage pop-rock.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
8 Sep. 2025
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There was also excitement playing with bassist Justin Felton and percussionist Jon Nellen.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Sep. 2025
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Jorge Luis Pacheco takes the Break room stage Saturday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m. Hailing from Havana, Cuba, Pacheco is a virtuoso pianist, singer, composer, percussionist and arranger.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
24 Aug. 2025
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It was built in 1954 by mathematician and organist Leland Sprinkle, who spent years identifying which stalactites would produce the right notes.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
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Monday Summer Organ Festival: The 37th annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, running Mondays through Sept. 1, continues next week with Not-So-Silent Movie Night, featuring organist Russ Peck accompanying the films of Laurel and Hardy.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Upon their retirements between the 2024/25 and 2025/26 season, harpist Turner and principal trombonist Jay Friedman will be the longest-serving CSO musicians in history, having both joined the orchestra in 1962.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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Musical performances included dancing trombonist Jonathan Arons, husband-wife DJ duo Team Ragoza, and DJ Dynamix.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Guitarist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guitarist. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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