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Lzzy Hale Unveils New Epiphone Explorer Signature Guitar

August 20, 2026 · By Melting Skull

Lzzy Hale Unveils New Epiphone Explorer Signature Guitar

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Metal Hall of Fame inductee Lzzy Hale has launched her new Epiphone Lzzy Hale Explorer Custom signature guitar model, featuring a striking Black Diamond Holographic Sparkle finish. The instrument is now available worldwide, marking a significant expansion of the Halestorm frontwoman's gear and branding presence in the metal community.

The Epiphone Explorer signature guitar represents another milestone for Hale, who has become one of modern metal's most visible guitar heroes. The high-profile release with Epiphone, Gibson's renowned sister brand, underscores her growing influence not only as a performer but as a key role model for women in heavy music.

A Metal Hall of Fame Legacy

As the powerhouse vocalist and guitarist for Grammy-winning hard rock band Halestorm, Lzzy Hale has spent more than two decades at the forefront of heavy music. Her induction into the Metal Hall of Fame recognizes her contributions to keeping hard rock vital and relevant, while breaking barriers as a woman leading one of the genre's most successful modern acts.

Halestorm's combination of classic hard rock attitude with contemporary heaviness has earned them a devoted global following and critical acclaim. Hale's dual role as both commanding frontwoman and skilled guitarist has made her particularly influential among a new generation of musicians.

Expanding Her Footprint

The launch of the Epiphone Lzzy Hale Explorer signature guitar solidifies her status as a major figure in the gear world. Signature instruments from major manufacturers like Epiphone are typically reserved for artists who have demonstrated both significant commercial success and lasting influence on their instrument.

The Black Diamond Holographic Sparkle finish gives the classic Explorer shape a distinctive, eye-catching aesthetic that reflects Hale's stage presence and personal style. For aspiring guitarists and longtime fans alike, the availability of her signature model provides an accessible connection to one of metal's most respected contemporary artists.

As Hale continues to tour, record, and now expand her presence in the guitar market, her influence on heavy music—and particularly on women in metal—continues to grow.