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Photography, memorabilia and art. Discover Rock & Art!

Fine art photography, silkscreens, signed vinyls, picks and original manuscripts... discover the art department at Matt's Guitar Shop! While the story of music was already told on our walls with guitars, it is now told through our selection of objects and works of art that contributed to the great story of rock'n'roll.... [...]

Chuck Berry's guitar is back in action thanks to Lenny Kravitz!

The big comeback of Lenny Kravitz has just been announced with the very funky TK421... and with Chuck Berry's Firebird that Lenny plays in the clip! As our friend Lenny Kravitz has just announced his comeback with the single TK421 and the album “Blue Electric Light”, due out in March, we were surprised... [...]

The Eric Clapton Crossroads 25th Anniversary Collection at Matt's Guitar Shop

For the 25th anniversary of the Crossroads Guitar Festival, Eric Clapton has designed a collection of exceptional guitars inspired by his career... They're available at Matt's Guitar Shop! Eric Clapton is one of those music icons who have used their troubled personal history and public notoriety to inspire millions.... [...]

Craig Ross' collection at Matt's Guitar Shop

As the return of Lenny Kravitz is announced for 2024, Craig Ross has reiterated his confidence in us for the sale of some of his guitars, played around the world for years. As Lenny Kravitz's comeback gets underway and the heady rhythm of TK421 hits the airwaves, we were proud to receive part of Craig Ross's... [...]

Johnny Hallyday's White Falcon: a piece of French music history at Matt's Guitar Shop!

He was the undisputed master of French rock, uniting entire generations behind a single name. Discover Johnny Hallyday's first White Falcon guitar! A few months after the arrival of the collection of instruments belonging to Robin le Mesurier, Johnny's guitarist and right-hand man for over 20 years, we are delighted... [...]

A guitar played by the pioneer of rock'n'roll... Mr Chuck Berry!

Among the iconic guitars that have passed through Matt's Guitar Shop, the one that has just arrived occupies a very special place. This Firebird was played by Chuck Berry in 1972! Like every guitarist and rock'n'roll fan, the name Chuck Berry immediately brings to mind the riff of "Johnny B. Goode".... [...]

KISS’s farewell to Europe

In the middle of their farewell tour with their End Of The Road Tour, KISS took their public bow in Europe at the start of the summer. We were present in Lyon and London for this exceptional moment. As a music and rock fan, it's hard to ignore the huge impact KISS have had. They revolutionised the meaning of entertainment... [...]

Jeff Beck's Strat Graffiti Yellow: another iconic guitar at Matt's Guitar Shop

Among the greatest guitarists in history, few men can be considered on a par with Jimi Hendrix and Jeff Beck. It's an honor to have one of his Stratocasters at Matt's Guitar Shop. When it comes to art, a number of avant-garde figures have stood out as authorities, breaking new ground throughout history. Leonardo... [...]

Guitars by Matthias Jabs (Scorpions): discover the emblem of German hard rock!

Working with artists we admire is always an incredible opportunity. This time, it was with Matthias Jabs - the legendary guitarist from Scorpions - that we had the honour of working with. Discover his guitars at Matt's Guitar Shop! When it comes to the greatest rock bands of recent decades, Scorpions are among the... [...]

Discover Frank Zappa's surprising Gibson Les Paul Goldtop

Frank Zappa's Gibson Goldtop occupies a special place among artists' guitars. Modified and heavily transformed, it is a direct witness to the musician's ongoing experimentation, which we have had the pleasure of having at Matt's Guitar Shop. A guitarist of genius and an eccentric like no other, Frank... [...]

Renaud and his guitars at Matt’s Guitar Shop

Among the great figures of French chanson is Renaud, a singer with a hoarse voice and an endearing gaze. It was an honor to welcome him and his guitar collection to Matt's Guitar Shop. It's hard to sum up Renaud's importance in French music. Since the 1970s, the committed rocker, the Parisian titi, the sailor... [...]

The collection of Robin Le Mesurier, Johnny Hallyday's pillar and right-hand man

It only takes one name to unite generations of French people behind rock: Johnny. But what would Johnny Hallyday be without his loyal musicians? The collection of Robin Le Mesurier, the Taulier's devoted guitarist, can be discovered at Matt's Guitar Shop. If Johnny Hallyday has become a French icon and a symbol... [...]

Richie Sambora’s collection at Matt’s Guitar Shop

After many months of work, Richie Sambora has sold us some sublime guitars straight from his collection! From prototype models to guitars designed especially for him and played with Bon Jovi... Discover part of his collection at Matt's Guitar Shop! The Matt's Guitar Shop is delighted to announce the arrival of... [...]

Matt's Guitar Shop ranked in the Top 5 guitar shops worldwide!

We were delighted and honoured to learn that All Guitar Network has ranked us highly in its world guitar shop rankings! All Guitar Network, the social network for passionate guitarists and all music lovers, has published its annual ranking of the world's and Europe's guitar shops. We are extremely proud to have... [...]

A new chapter is coming for Jeff Buckley’s Telecaster!

It was announced in the press by the giant Guitar World, the Matt's Guitar Shop has sold Jeff Buckley's iconic Fender Telecaster to Matthew Bellamy, frontman of the band Muse. We had the great honor of having Jeff Buckley's Fender Telecaster for a couple of months at Matt's Guitar Shop. This guitar had... [...]

Jeff Buckley’s Telecaster back on stage at the Olympia 24 years after

On December 9, 2019, 24 years after Jeff Buckley's Olympia live recording, his legendary Fender Telecaster was back on stage. The Matt's Guitar Shop decided to bring the guitar back where Jeff's historic live album was recorded, a way of reconnecting with history. When Jeff Buckley picked up his blond Telecaster... [...]

Nita Strauss with us at Matt’s Guitar Shop

It was a real pleasure to welcome Nita Strauss, Alice Cooper's excellent guitarist, a few hours before her Paris concert. A wonderful moment of exchange! When she joined Alice Cooper’s band in 2014, Nita Strauss's full talent was revealed to the world. A fast and impressive guitarist, she's a very interesting... [...]

Ron "Bumblefoot" visits Matt’s Guitar Shop

Ron "Bumblefoot" paid us a visit for a wonderful moment of exchange, discussion and guitar! The very talented Ron Thal, nicknamed "Bumblefoot", stopped by the showroom to try out some of our guitars. Whether you liked him solo, with Bumblefoot or with Guns N' Roses, everyone will agree on Ron's... [...]

An afternoon with Myles Kennedy et Mark Tremonti

Our friends from Alter Bridge Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti paid us a visit. An opportunity to try out some beautiful guitars! Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti are long-time friends of Matt's Guitar Shop. Every time the band visits Paris, we get the chance to share our passion, and that was the case this afternoon!... [...]

Dylan Leblanc and his band at Matt's Guitar Shop !

Dylan LeBlanc and his band came to the Matt’s Guitar Shop hours before their first show ever in France. Before their first French concert, the talented Dylan LeBlanc stopped by Matt's Guitar Shop. We got the chance to interview him and hear him play! [...]

German legend Michael Schenker at Matt's Guitar Shop

We were honored to welcome the famous Michael Schenker to the shop, with his iconic V! Among the greatest musicians of recent decades, Michael Schenker occupies an important place. The German guitarist, a founding member of Scorpions, has fashioned a musical style and playing technique entirely his own. Among his touring... [...]

A gracefull moment at Matt’s Guitar Shop

For the 25th anniversary of Jeff Buckley's "Grace" album, our friend Craig Ross plays Jeff's legendary Telecaster. It's hard to find a guitar as expressive and inhabited as Jeff Buckley's Fender Telecaster, the same one that accompanied him everywhere during his dazzlingly brief career. For... [...]

Our friends from Alter Bridge were with us for an exclusive interview

Once again, it was a pleasure to welcome our friends from Alter Bridge for an afternoon of guitars and interviews! Seeing Myles and Mark again is always a great opportunity to spend some quality time together. This time, in addition to playing, they gave us a great interview! [...]

Tyler Bryant and Caleb Crosby plugged in the amps in the showroom!

This afternoon, the two young Americans Tyler Bryant and Caleb Crosby graced us with their visit to the showroom. A great opportunity to chat... and play! Tyler Bryant is today's rising rock and blues sensation, as well as being a great friend of the shop. Before lending them several guitars for their Paris concert,... [...]

Matt’s Guitar Shop at Musical Festival 2019

The shop was present at the 2019 edition of the Festival Musical. It was an opportunity to see the eternal Scorpions play, to discover Yarol Poupaud's rig and to chat with Rival Sons. Découvrez notre vidéo depuis les coulisses de Musical ! Entre rig rundown des Rival Sons et de Yarol Poupaud, discussions... [...]

Matt’s Guitar Shop and KISS - Hellfest 2019!

We were at the Hellfest Festival to join KISS ! Check out our video from backstage at Hellfest, where we joined KISS and Starchild Paul Stanley to buy him a guitar. Great memories and a very rock'n'roll moment! [...]

Richie's Heaven: the Richie Sambora collection at Matt's Guitar Shop

Richie Sambora is one of the most iconic guitarists on the music scene. It was an honour to receive part of his guitar collection at Matt's Guitar Shop. Richie Sambora is one of the legendary guitarists of American rock, a man whose band, Bon Jovi, has sold over 130 million albums worldwide and whose compositions,... [...]

A distinguished visitor: André Duchossoir was with us

The Matt's Guitar Shop has already welcomed some prestigious guests, but none more so than the great gentleman who came on 19 March: André Duchossoir, the unforgettable creator of Gibson Electrics (1936 - 1961). If ever there was a man we wanted to meet in our showroom, it is Mr Duchossoir. A veritable well... [...]

In Burst We Trust

The latest edition of Burst Believers is out, and we're very proud to see the famous Spot in it. Vic DaPra has always been obsessed with Bursts, those legendary Gibson Les Pauls from the late 1950s. His interest in vintage Gibsons began in the 1970s, when the term didn't even exist. He has become the world's... [...]

Matt's Guitar Shop on the cover of Guitar Magazine!

Some guitarists take years to find themselves on the cover of specialist magazines. It took a lot of passion, patience and enthusiasm for Matt's Guitar Shop! It has to be said that, with the prospect of putting the beautiful Burst Spot on their February 2019 cover, the editorial team at British magazine Guitar Magazine... [...]

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Dylan Leblanc and his band at Matt's Guitar Shop !

Dylan LeBlanc and his band came to the Matt’s Guitar Shop hours before their first show ever in France.

Before their first French concert, the talented Dylan LeBlanc stopped by Matt's Guitar Shop. We got the chance to interview him and hear him play!

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