Paul McCartney, Slash, Billy Gibbons and Al Di Meola To Tribute Les Paul
. It was one year ago this month that the music world lost, perhaps, its greatest innovator. Les Paul passed away on August 12, 2009, and left behind a legacy that will never be matched. Paul was more than a masterful player (though he will certainly be remembered for his peerless fretboard skills). He was also an inventor, who revolutionized both modern studio recording and the solid-body electric guitar. For the latter, of course, he will be forever commemorated by the instrument which bears his name: the Gibson Les Paul. The CNN International program, icon, will celebrate the life and legacy of Les Paul with a special edition of the show on August 26 at 11:30 and 16:30 GMT. The show will feature a visit to the Gibson Custom Shop to watch Paul's signature guitar being lovingly crafted by the greatest luthiers in the world. The program will also travel to New York City's Iridium Jazz Club, where Paul played with the Les Paul Trio until the age of 93. The show will also feature interviews with some of the biggest stars in music paying tribute to the Wizard of Waukesha, including Sir Paul McCartney, Slash, Billy Gibbons and Al Di Meola. Les Paul's son, Russ Paul, will also look back on the life of his famous father. - Check out a preview here
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