The Greats of Guitar made the guitar an instrument necessary in songs. The guitarists innovated with guitar technology and guitar-style creation. They filled the biggest areas and are still very popular long after their deaths however not all of them are dead. Some Greats include Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Rory Gallagher, Eddie Van Halen, and Frank Marino from Mahogany Rush
Cover Photo Credit”Chris Rea 03 AB” by Andrzej Barabasz (Chepry) is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0. Chris Rea is an English singer-songwriter and guitarist. He was born on March 4, 1951, in Middlesbrough, England. Rea is best known for his hit song “Driving Home for Christmas.” He is a Yacht Rock Master for those of you looking for … Read more
Freddie King was known for his fiery guitar playing style. He used a combination of powerful riffs, fast runs, and intense vibrato to create a sound that was both aggressive and soulful. His playing was heavily influenced by blues legends such as T-Bone Walker and B.B. King, but he also incorporated elements of rock and … Read more
A Selection of BB King Songs for New Listeners with Videos and the Story behind the Tunes Listen to this Article on BB King Songs for New Listeners BB King is widely regarded as one of the greatest blues musicians of all time. For new listeners who are just discovering his music, here are some … Read more
Rory Gallagher, the Irish blues and rock guitarist, was known for his unique playing style and the guitars he used to achieve it. One of his most recognizable instruments was his 1961 Fender Stratocaster, which he played extensively throughout his career. The guitar had a sunburst finish and was modified with a non-standard bridge pickup, … Read more
We call John lee Hooker the healer of blues due to the song title and the fact that the bluesman make a dying blues scene spring back into near mainstream. He is one of the most notable figures in blues history is Bluesman Supreme and guitarist legend John Lee Hooker who we are featuring in … Read more
Tom Petty was something else when it came to making great guitar choices which are sometimes learned from bad guitar choices. When it comes to picking out a guitar we don’t always have Tom Petty’s budget. When he was alive Petty liked to have many Guitars as Tom Petty’s net worth $95 million when he … Read more
Susana Hoffs or officially Susanna lee Hoffs of the Bangles was one of the Few female guitarists of her era to have her own signature Susanna Hoffs Rickenbacker line of guitar s launched in a mostly male dominant guitar world. The rhythm guitarist of the Bangels who played alongside the lead guitarist of the Bangles … Read more
Peter Greene is widely recognized for his unique and immensely influential guitar style, characterized by its raw, emotive sound and marked by the extensive use of a Gibson Les Paul guitar. With an abundance of distortion and feedback, he crafted a distinctive tone that was simultaneously aggressive and deeply expressive. Rooted in the blues tradition, … Read more
Today we look at some Van Halen Songs that changed rock. Van Halen, the legendary rock band helmed by the inimitable Eddie Van Halen, has left an indelible mark on the landscape of music. Their innovative approach to guitar playing, their infectious hooks, and their electrifying stage presence revolutionized rock and roll, inspiring generations of … Read more
Gary Numan revolutionized guitar music in the late 1970s with his unique blend of electronic and rock sounds. His use of synthesizers, drum machines and other electronic instruments created a futuristic sound that was unlike anything heard before. Numan’s hit song “Cars” was a prime example of this new sound, featuring a driving beat and … Read more
