Guitar World Editors Pick The Best Guitar Tracks of August 2024

Guitar World magazine’s editors have curated a playlist of their favorite guitar tracks from August 2024. This month’s picks include a diverse range of artists, from established names like The Smashing Pumpkins and Eric Clapton’s favorite contemporary guitarist to rising stars like beabadoobee and Wunderhorse. The selection features a mix of genres, including indie rock, blues, and folk, showcasing the vibrant health of guitar-driven music today. Highlights include the anthemic opening track from The Smashing Pumpkins’ new album, ‘Aghori Mhori Mei,’ showcasing a return to their classic alt-rock sound. Fontaines D.C.’s latest album, ‘Romance,’ is hailed as a contender for album of the year, blending post-punk energy with Cure-inspired melodies. Emerging artist beabadoobee’s new record, ‘This Is How Tomorrow Moves,’ explores a range of styles with Beatles-esque poise, while Wunderhorse’s sophomore album, ‘Midas,’ demonstrates the band’s rising power with unhinged riffage and chaotic guitars.