On my way to work I was thinking a haven't heard many new guitarists or bands with remarkable guitarists in the last decade or so. Granted I am not in the loop as much as I used to be. I was thinking about my 5 favorite guitarists, not saying they are "the best"--I am not an expect musician and music, is well, art, anyway. Art is best not quantified (who's the best), but I think it is ok to pick some favorites. Before my list a few more qualifications, I really haven't heard enough of BB King, Buddy Guy or many other older blues fellas to judge them fairly. I know Clapton is great as well, but for me he just didn't blow the doors down like these others. Anyway, here is my list: #5 The Edge (probably shouldn't be this high, probably should put Jimmy Page here, but oh well. I know the Edge in classical skills he isn't comparable, but I just love his sound.) #4 Randy Rhodes & Eddie Van Halen (these two stand out to me from the heavy metal and hard rock crowds, Eddie really could make a guitar talk like no other. Rhodes was just unbelievable, more creative in my mind than Hammett. #3 Stevie Ray Vaughan (fantastic show, just by himself) #2 Billy Gibbons. (So smooth, so jammin, so everthing. Could be more urban legend than fact, but #1 said Gibbons was the best guitarist he ever heard. I'll be commuting home the next few days listening to Houston's finest) #1 Jimi (not much to elaborate here, words don't do justice) [This message has been edited by sir scarvajal (edited July 06, 2000).]
Can't rank them in any order, cuz I like them all very much, but here goes.... Jimmie Vaughan Freddie King Billy Bremner Mike Bloomfield Albert Collins ------------------ Bring It!!
Buddy Eric (nothing against clapton, but I'm talking about Johnson) Jimi Jimmy Stevie Buddy probably shouldn't be here, but I just love his music. Same with Jimmy, but Zep will always be my favorite. Both Erics are awesome, but clapton is the better singer, Johnson the better player. I have no words within me to describe my feelings for Stevie. Stevie said his brother was the best guitar player he ever heard. I like Jimmie, but he doesn't make my top five. Billy Gibbons is awesome, but they've gotten so far away from their roots, I can't give him a nod. B.B. is pretty awesome too. If any of you get a chance to see Shaver here in Houston, you'll hear a real treat in Billy Joe Shaver's son; the kid is awesome! ------------------ stop posting my damn signature
1. Jimi Hendrix 2. B.B. King 3. Eddie Van Halen 4. S.R.V. 5. Eric Clapton, Robert Johnson, Carlos Santana, Mike Bloomfield, Grant Green, Peter Green, Micheal Schenker, Yngwie Malmsteen, Keith Richards, Chet Atkins, Albert King, Robin Trower, George Benson, Alvin Lee and Jimmy Page. ------------------ "When your dead, anything's funny."-John Lennon [This message has been edited by BobFinn* (edited July 06, 2000).]
Going with solo guitarists: 5. Eric Johnson 4. Steve Vai 3. Joe Satriani 2. SRV 1. Jimi Going with guitarists in Bands: 5. Randy Rhodes (Ozzy) 4. Eddie Van Halen (Van Halen, duh) 3. Angus Young (AC/DC) 2. Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) 1. Dimebag Darrell (Pantera) I reserve the right to change my mind at any given time. ------------------ I need a new signature. 302
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In no order Frank Zappa Stevie Vai Leo Kottke Adrian Belew Stanley Clark ------------------ [This message has been edited by mc mark (edited July 06, 2000).]
Dang, there was this awesome jazz guitarist I saw in Houston around 93, I am forgetting (played in a small club, also can't remember its name, but it is north of W. Gray). I think he was Stevie something (I believe “S" is in one of his names), often played 2 guitars at one time. Very cool, maybe you have caught him at that show or on Austin City Limits. Again though, can't remember his name. ------------------ "The Rockets were ahead of the Suns by 20 late in game 2 of the series, but when the going got tough, we just Pippened . We would not be done in the series though."
Favorite Guitarists in no particular order: Jimi (Guitarist God) Eric Clapton (one word - versatile) Robert Johnson - (The source of all blues) BB King - took Blues to a new level But my fav of favs are: GEORGE BENSON & EARL KLUGH (These guys wrote the rules for jazz guitarists. I could listen to these guys forever.) ------------------ "One who conquers others is strong; One who conquers himself is mighty" - Lao Tzu
Joe Satriani Eric Johnson Eric Clapton Al Di Meola Carlos Santana ------------------ "No one gets out ALIVE!" SaveOurRockets.com
Excellent choices guys/gals! I'll add Dave Matthews, acoustic only. Also Tim Reynolds. Listen to Stream on Disc 2 of Dave Matthews/Tim Reynolds Live at Luther College, it's amazing what he does with an acoustic, IMO. (Keep in mind that I don't know much about guitars) The best I've seen live is Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth. ------------------ Just because you're white and play basketball doesn't mean you're a Matt Bullard clone, despite idiotic accusations to the contrary. visit www.swirve.com
Eric Johnson - Cliffs of Dover....listen to that song!!! Eric Clapton - what can you say about him and his longevity? Carlos Santana - a little latin flavor! Steve Vai Johnny Lang - this 20 year old blues guitarist is a BAD BAD man. Check out the album "Wander This World" ------------------ HOOP-T ------------------
Stanley Jordan was the name of the fellow I couldn't remember. If you ever get a chance to see him, do it. ------------------ "The Rockets were ahead of the Suns by 20 late in game 2 of the series, but when the going got tough, we just Pippened . We would not be done in the series though."
I love so many guitarists but I just know that my favorite without a doubt is john frusciante. He is a genius to me. In no particular order my other 4 switches all the time. Currently id have to say Omar rodriguez lopez Nick reinhart Thomas erak Robert fripp I obviously love page, hendrix, gilmour, djengo reinhart, robert johnson, son house, jack white, jimmy nolen, kim thayil, the list goes on and on. Fruscisnte is beautiful to me personally which is why hes usually my favorite.
That's the end of the discussion for me, you guys can debate the rest of them. Not the fastest, or most technically difficult, but his ability to bend and draw the notes out made him beethoven with a guitar.
8 gauge strings. Those bends lol Edit: he actually uses 10 gauge. This dude at the guitar shop where i used to take lessons gave me bad info lol
