Ricky Byrd on tracking with Joan Jett, his Franken-Tele, and how sobriety has improved his playing

Byrd has seen the world of rock ’n’ roll go through changes, but one thing he’s stuck with is his “tricky” approach to ...
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When Ricky Byrd needed to record a solo for this Joan Jett hit, he asked the Mountain legend for advice – this is what he said

Joan Jett’s 1981 anthem I Love Rock ‘n Roll is an electric guitar – and air guitar – classic, and Ricky Byrd says he received some crucial advice from Leslie West before tracking its guitar solo. The ...

Bella Figura Eyes U.S. Push With Sony Deal and Hiring of Gary Gersh

Bella Figura Music is making a major push into the U.S. market, hiring Gary Gersh and partnering with Sony Music Publishing to grow its portfolio.