John 5

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John 5 seated, holding a guitar, with a hairless cat looking over his shoulder
John 5 on why he's bucking the anti-phone movement at gigs

By Dave Ling Published

Well-travelled and current Mötley Crüe guitarist John 5 is about to embark on a European tour

Music
John 5 playing guitar on stage with a light in his mouth
John 5 reveals the secret to stepping into the shoes of Van Halen, Mick Mars and more

By Merlin Alderslade Published

John 5 has picked up the axe for the likes of Mötley Crüe and Rob Zombie, and he's learned a few lessons along the way

Bands & Artists
Peter Criss at a Raven Drum Foundation benefit show in New York
Original Kiss drummer Peter Criss announces first solo album in 18 years

By Fraser Lewry Published

The Catman's new album includes contributions from John 5, Billy Sheehan, Paul Shaffer and more

Albums
A picture of John 5 performing alongside Rob Zombie
John 5 hopes he hasn't ruined relationship with Rob Zombie by joining Motley Crue

By Stef Lach Published

Guitarist John 5 says Rob Zombie took it well when he left to join Motley Crue – but he fears it may change their bond

Bands & Artists
Motley Crue
John 5 says Motley Crue's new music is heavier than anything on Shout At The Devil

By Liz Scarlett Published

Motley Crue's new guitarist John 5 offers details on their upcoming music, says their new recordings are some of their heaviest to date

Bands & Artists
A picture of John 5 performing live with Rob Zombie
Mötley Crüe start rehearsals with new guitarist John 5

By Stef Lach Published

Mötley Crüe get to work with Rob Zombie guitarist John 5 – who will replace Mick Mars for upcoming world tour

Bands & Artists
Nickelback's Chad Kroeger and John 5
John 5 has Chad Kroeger's seal of approval as the new Mötley Crüe guitarist

By Liz Scarlett Published

Nickelback's Chad Kroeger is a fan of Mötley Crüe's new touring guitarist John 5 after witnessing him play the band's riffs "flawlessly" at Tommy Lee's five-day birthday bash

Bands & Artists
John 5 promo pic
It's official: John 5 confirmed as new Mötley Crüe touring guitarist

By Fraser Lewry Last updated

The worst-kept secret in showbiz is now a reality: Mötley Crüe release statement thanking Mick Mars for his service and confirming his replacement

Concerts & Shows
John 5 and Mick Mars
Rumours that John 5 is replacing Mick Mars in Mötley Crüe just won't go away

By Merlin Alderslade Published

Despite John 5 reportedly denying the rumours, speculation continues to grow

Bands & Artists
Van Halen in 1978
Watch the poignant new video for David Lee Roth's Van Halen tribute

By Fraser Lewry Published

John 5 has created a video for David Lee Roth's nostalgic song about Van Halen, Nothing Could Have Stopped Us Back Then Anyway

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