Get ready to rock! Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong has unleashed a sonic explosion with the unveiling of his new signature Epiphone Les Paul Junior guitar and Marshall amp. This limited-edition collaboration is an absolute must-have for fans, offering a unique chance to own instruments that capture the raw energy and rebellious spirit of the band's iconic sound.
The Epiphone Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior is a bold, vibrant red take on the stripped-back guitar model that's been synonymous with Armstrong's style. With its single-cutaway mahogany body, mahogany neck, and rosewood fretboard, this baby's got attitude in spades! True to form, it's equipped with just one Epiphone P-90 PRO pickup, master volume and tone controls, and a nickel-plated Lightning Bar wraparound bridge – the perfect setup for Armstrong's signature minimalist sound. The guitar even sports his signature on the back of the headstock and comes with a custom black hardshell case featuring a leopard-print interior. According to Epiphone, this baby embodies the punk-rock principle of 'one pickup, two knobs, and absolutely no distractions'.
But that's not all – Armstrong has also teamed up with Marshall on their first artist signature model in 14 years: the 1959BJA Artist Signature amplifier. This stunning baby-blue beauty was first spotted behind Armstrong during Green Day's Super Bowl performance in the Bay Area, and its design is inspired by his beloved guitar, 'Blue'. Based on Marshall's handwired 1959HW platform, this amp incorporates a custom 'Dookie Mod', paying homage to the iconic sound crafted for their game-changing album 'Dookie'. Armstrong himself expressed his excitement, saying, “I’m over the moon to have my own signature Marshall amp. These amps have been part of my musical journey since day one – it's surreal to have my name on one!”
The Epiphone Les Paul Junior is available worldwide through authorised retailers, Gibson Garage locations in London and Nashville, and directly from the Epiphone website. UK prices start at £489, making this a must-have for fans. And if you're eager for more, Green Day has just announced their forthcoming soundtrack for 'Nimrods', which drops on July 31 – featuring career-spanning faves, four unreleased live recordings, and a brand new track titled ‘I’m Never Gonna R.I.P.’.
Just as the new instruments are hitting shelves, Green Day is taking centre stage in their upcoming comedy film 'Nimrods', which hits screens in August. The band stars as themselves in this coming-of-age road trip comedy, following three friends on a wild adventure after mistakenly thinking they've landed a support slot at a Green Day concert.
And that's not all – the film's soundtrack is packed with 22 tracks, including a new song from Armstrong and the boys. So, get ready to rock out with your favourite band and grab these iconic instruments while you can!