Top five guitarists in the indie genre

We all hated Morrisey (even his Mum) but Johnny Marr was a different story. Jonny is a British guitarist and songwriter best known for his work with the iconic band The Smiths. With his jangly guitar sound and melodic sensibility, Marr played a central role in shaping the band's distinctive sound, contributing to classic albums like "The Queen Is Dead" and "Meat Is Murder."

Songs:

1. The Queen Is Dead
2. Meat Is Murder

Gear:

• Fender Jaguar
• Fender amplifier

Russell Lissack is the guitarist for the British indie rock band Bloc Party. With his angular guitar riffs and inventive use of effects, Lissack has helped define the band's unique sound, blending elements of post-punk, electronic music, and alternative rock.

Songs:

1. Just a Dream
2. Buzzsaw
3. The Kraken

Gear:

• Fender Telecaster

Daniel Kessler is the guitarist and founding member of the NY indie rock band Interpol formed in 1997. With his atmospheric guitar textures and haunting melodies, Kessler has played a central role in shaping the band's dark, brooding sound.

Songs:

1. Slow Hands
2. Evil
3. Toni

Gear:

• Rickenbacker Guitar
• Fender Telecaster

The Arctic Monkeys are a ‘Marmite Band’. Depending on your age, you either love them or hate them but you can’t deny their success, and that was down in no small part to Alex Turner. He is the lead vocalist, guitarist, and primary songwriter in one of the most successful indie rock bands of the 21st century.

Songs:

1. Do I Wanna Know?
2. I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster
• Fender Jaguar