Classic Rock
Everything published on Viyolens under Classic Rock — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Complete Guide to Epiphone Lp Studio
The Epiphone LP Studio delivers authentic Les Paul character and tone at a fraction of Gibson pricing. Solid mahogany construction and classic design for serious players.
The History of Classic Rock
From blues covers to concept albums to a radio label: the decade-by-decade story of how the sound came together, and who got left off the shortlist.
The Complete Guide to Pink Floyd Christmas Number 1
Pink Floyd's approach to commercial success prioritised album-driven artistry over seasonal chart chasing—a philosophy that shaped their enduring cultural influence.
A Beginner's Guide to Classic Rock
What the term classic rock really covers, where the sound came from, and the names, strands and records worth knowing before you dig deeper.
The Best Classic Rock Songs Right Now
Not a chart snapshot — the classic rock songs that keep earning their spot on jukeboxes, dance floors and long drives, decade after decade.
A Beginner's Guide to Classic
Classic rock is a broad, guitar-driven genre that dominated the late 1960s and 1970s — and never really went away. Here's everything you need to know to get started.
The Best Alternative Music Songs Right Now
These are the tracks that define what alternative music is: songs that introduced styles, broke rules and have never stopped being played for a reason.
Classic Rock for Newcomers: Where to Start
A genuinely gentle way into classic rock, built for absolute beginners: six songs to start with and no test at the end of it.
The Complete Guide to Double Neck Guitar
Double neck guitars offer instant switching between six and 12-string tones, delivering legendary stage impact. Discover construction types, practicality, and whether one's right for you.
The Complete Guide to White Les Paul Gibson
The white Les Paul Gibson combines iconic rock and roll aesthetics with legendary tone. Discover this timeless guitar's construction, playability, and enduring appeal.
The Best Hard Rock Songs Right Now
These are the songs that gave hard rock its shape — chosen for what they've proven over years of passionate argument and heavy rotation.
Classic Rock Subgenres, Explained
One umbrella, several very different sounds: the strands that make up classic rock, why they blur into each other, and where to start with each.
Essential Classic Rock Albums Explained
The albums, not just the singles: six essentials, one pick from every subgenre, and honest advice on how to actually listen to them.
The Best Prog Rock Songs Right Now
Timeless, not just of-the-moment: the prog rock songs that still show new listeners exactly why this genre has such staying power.
The Best Classic Rock Artists to Know
No fifty-deep countdown — just the classic rock artists worth your time, grouped by strand, with one record apiece to start with.
The Complete Guide to Guns N Roses
Guns N' Roses redefined hard rock in the late 1980s, achieving unprecedented commercial success whilst maintaining musical credibility. This guide traces their story from LA clubs to worldwide superst...
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Classic
Classic is a broad discovery label for enduring recordings, standards and widely admired music.
Classic Rock
Classic rock covers enduring guitar-led songs, albums and artists that shaped modern rock culture.
Double Neck Guitar
A double neck guitar lets players move between tunings or string sets without swapping instruments mid-performance.
Guns N Roses
Guns N’ Roses-inspired gear for players chasing classic hard rock tone, powerful riffs and dependable live performance.
Hard Rock
Hard rock delivers loud riffs, strong drums and big choruses for powerful live and studio rock.
Prog Rock
Complex, ambitious rock with extended structures, intricate musicianship and layered arrangements.
White Les Paul Gibson
The white Les Paul Gibson combines classic sustain, rich tone and a refined stage-ready finish.
