John 5 Shares Thrilling New Single & Video “Phantom”

Cait Stoddard October 6th, 2026 - 6:41 PM

Today, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and the Fender Custom Shop (FCS) announce three new signature Telecasters celebrating the genre-defying artistry of John 5: the Fender John 5 Phantom Telecaster, Fender John 5 Ghost Telecaster and Fender Custom Shop John 5 “Phantom” Telecaster. Each of these Telecasters captures a different facet of his technical prowess, unmistakable style and musical versatility, bringing his signature sound and design to more players across a range of price points.

In light of the new guitar line, John 5 has shared his latest tune, “Phantom” and as a whole, the composition is stunning by how the wicked guitar playing shakes the background with killer sound, while each riff dazzles the mind with mind-blowing style that is a part of a strong human connection some listeners can relate too. John 5 is not a stranger for creating dynamic music and with “Phantom, the artist has musically grown bolder and stronger.There is no doubt that the guitarist will be blowing minds when he performs live.

John 5’s approach to the Telecaster showcases the instrument’s boundless versatility, pushing its iconic design into bold new territory. Equally at home with distortion-drenched shredding and country chicken-picking, John 5 has spent his career proving there’s no genre, style or vibe off limits. A lifelong Telecaster devotee, his technically demanding, theatrical playing has made him one of rock’s most distinctive guitarists.

Photo Credit: Boston Lynn Schulz