Top twenty five rock guitarists

Dean Parks’ tenure as a guitarist for Steely Dan showcased his impeccable musicianship and keen ear for melody. With his soulful guitar lines and impeccable sense of timing, Parks contributed to the band's studio recordings, adding depth and richness to their meticulously crafted compositions.

Songs:

1. Rose Darling
2. Nightfly
3. Haitian Divorce

Gear:

• Gibson ES-335

Dick Dale had “Twang. He was often referred to as the "King of Surf Guitar," and was a pioneering musician whose innovative style helped shape the sound of rock music in the 1960s.

With his lightning-fast picking technique and reverb-drenched guitar tones, Dale created a sonic landscape that captured the spirit of surfing and beach culture. Hits like "Misirlou" and "Let's Go Trippin'" propelled him to fame, inspiring countless musicians and leaving an indelible mark on the world of rock and roll.

Songs:

1. Miserlou
2. Surf Beat

Gear:

• Fender amplifier
• Fender Stratocaster

You may not have heard of him, but you have most definitely heard him. He’s played on thousands of hit records, mostly timeless classic still getting radio play today. David T. Walker is an uber-renowned session guitarist known for his soulful playing style and distinctive tone.

Songs:

1. What's Going On
2. Lovin' You
3. Never can say Goodbye

Joe Walsh, recently spotted on the Connors TV show (excellent Rosanne spinoff) was a stalwart Eagles member with an impressive solo career spanning 50 years.

With his distinctive guitar tone and laid-back demeanor, Walsh has left an indelible mark on the world of rock music.

Songs:

1. Life's been Good
2. Rocky Mountain Way

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster
• Rickenbacker Guitar
• Marshall Amplifier

Keith Richards, the legendary guitarist and songwriter of The Rolling Stones, has carved his name into the annals of rock 'n' roll history with his gritty guitar riffs, rebellious spirit, and enduring influence. Born on December 18, 1943, in Dartford, Kent, England, Richards embarked on his musical journey that would span decades and shape the landscape of rock music.

Songs:

1. Paint it Black
2. Brown Sugar
3. Honky Tonk Woman

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster
• Marshall Amplifier

Eddie Martinez is a renowned guitarist whose versatile playing has made significant contributions across multiple genres, including rock, funk, jazz, and hip-hop. Known for his distinctive style and innovative riffs, Martinez has left an indelible mark on the music industry.

Paul Davids is a renowned guitarist and YouTube educator known for his comprehensive guitar tutorials and engaging content. Born on September 27, 1986, in the Netherlands, Davids has built a substantial following by sharing his expertise and passion for guitar with a global audience. His channel covers a wide range of topics, from basic techniques to advanced theory, making him a valuable resource for guitarists of all levels.

Mark Knopfler British guitarist and vocalist who perfected the "Pub Rock" sound and took it mainstream. He emerged from the smoky pubs of Newcastle to become one of the most distinctive voices in rock. Born on August 12, 1949, in Glasgow, Scotland, he spent his formative years honing his craft in the British music scene.

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster

Andy Summers is the British guitarist in the band The Police. Never renowned for playing solos or improvising he nevertheless didn't let that stop him becoming one of the most influential British guitarists of the 80's and beyond.!

Songs:

1. Every Breath You Take
2. Message in a Bottle

Gear:

• Fender Telecaster

Duane Eddy is an American guitarist known for his pioneering work in rock and roll and instrumental music. With his twangy guitar sound and innovative use of techniques like tremolo and echo, Eddy helped define the "surf rock" genre in the late 1950s and early 1960s.

Songs:

1. Peter Gunn
2. Rebel Rouser

Gear:

• Fender amplifier
• Gretsch 6120

Gary Moore, the Irish guitar virtuoso with a soulful voice and blistering solos, left an indelible mark on the world of rock and blues. Born on April 4, 1952, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Moore's musical journey began in the 1960s when he joined the band Skid Row as a teenager, rubbing shoulders with future Thin Lizzy frontman Phil Lynott.

Songs:

1. Red House
2. Quadrant 4

Gear:

• Gibson Les Paul
• Marshall Amplifier

Ritchie Blackmore is a British guitarist best known for his work with the legendary rock bands Deep Purple and Rainbow

Songs:

1. Smoke On The Water
2. Burn
3. Stargazer

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster

Bruce Springsteen, often AKA "The Boss," is an iconic American singer, songwriter, and musician known for his work with the E Street Band. Born on September 23, 1949, in Long Branch, New Jersey, Springsteen's music is characterized by its poetic lyrics, working-class themes, and Americana sound. His career, spanning over five decades, has made a significant impact on rock music and American culture.

Songs:

1. Born in the USA
2. Born to Run
3. River

He of the big hat and big hair is a British-American musician and poseur who was the lead guitarist of Guns N' Roses , whose heyday was the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Songs:

1. Sweet Child o’ Mine
2. November Rain
3. Welcome to the Jungle

Gear:

• Gibson Les Paul
• Marshall Amplifier

Paul Kossoff was the lead guitarist for the British rock band Free. Known for his soulful playing style and emotive guitar solos, Kossoff was regarded as one of the finest guitarists of his generation.

Songs:

1. Alright Now
2. The Hunter
3. My Brother Jake

Gear:

• Gibson Les Paul
• Marshall Amplifier

Jimmy Page is the British guitarist consistently rated for one of the top 10 ever solos - on "Stairway to Heaven”. It's ironic his best solo was on the track that he was sued over for plagiarism (which he won). Doubly ironic is that it's also the one song you CANNOT PLAY in a music store. I don't know why, it's some unwritten law that will get you ejected!

Songs:

1. Stairway
2. Whole lotta Love
3. Rock and Roll

Gear:

• Gibson Les Paul
• Marshall Amplifier

Brian May is best known as the lead guitarist with the wall of Vox AC30’s giving a distinctive tone, who plays for the legendary UK rock band Queen. He is also a mild-mannered Astrophysicist by day as well as a Rock God by night!

Songs:

1. We are the Champions
2. Killer Queen
3. Bohemian Rhapsody
4. Somebody to Love

Gear:

• BMG Guitar
• Vox amplifier

George Harrison, often referred to as "the quiet Beatle," was a legendary musician, singer, and songwriter best known for his role as the lead guitarist of the Beatles.

Songs:

1. All the Beatles
2. Here comes the sun

Gear:

• Rickenbacker Guitar
• Vox amplifier

Peter Allen Greenbaum, known professionally as Peter Green, was born on October 29, 1946, in Bethnal Green, London. As a founding member of Fleetwood Mac, Green is celebrated as one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time. His soulful playing, emotive songwriting, and innovative approach to the blues earned him a revered place in music history. Despite his struggles with mental health, Green's legacy endures through his timeless contributions to rock and blues.

Songs:

1. Green Manalishi
2. Albatross
3. Man of the World

Gear:

• Gibson Les Paul
• Marshall Amplifier

Chuck Berry was an early Rock 'n' Roll legend with the famous duck-walk! Chuck was a trailblazing guitarist, singer, and songwriter whose pioneering contributions to rock and roll music laid the foundation for the genre as we know it today.

Chuck Berry’s Johnny B. Goode is the quintessential guitarists musical piece, a song by a guitarist, about a guitarist who could 'play like the ring of a bell'. It starts with an iconic guitar motif, a classic that every self-respecting guitarist should learn. Famously covered by Jimi Hendrix.

Songs:

1. My Dingle ling
2. Maybelline
3. Hail hail Rock and roll

Gear:

• Gibson ES-335
• Fender amplifier

Eddie Van Halen was a Dutch-American guitarist and primary songwriter of the rock band Van Halen. He popularized two handed tapping, although he did not invent the technique he was the most notable exponent. Famously sessions for Michael Jackson and played THAT solo "Beat It.". He played a guitar of his own creation, the Frankenstat.

Songs:

1. Beat It
2. Jump
3. Eruption

Gear:

• FrankenStrat
• Fender Stratocaster

Steve Lukather, born on October 21, 1957, in San Fernando Valley, California, is a renowned American guitarist, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Best known as a founding member of the rock band Toto, Lukather's career spans over four decades and includes numerous collaborations with top artists across various genres.

Songs:

1. Rosanna
2. Beat It
3. Africa

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster

David Gilmour is the long standing Pink Floyd guitarist known for stacking compressors to get that distinctive tone. He is truly one of the GGG’s – Great Guitar GOAT’s. With his emotive melodic lead work, soulful vocals, and atmospheric soundscapes, Gilmour helped shape the band's distinctive sound and became one of the most revered guitarists in the history of rock music.

Songs:

1. Dark side of the moon
2. Money
3. Comfortably Numb

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster

Eric Clapton, born on March 30, 1945, in Ripley, Surrey, England, is one of the most influential and celebrated guitarists of all time

Songs:

1. Layla
2. Sunshine of your love
3. I shot the Sherrif

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster
• Gibson ES335
• Gibson SG
• Marshall Amplifier

Jimi Hendrix, born James Marshall Hendrix on November 27, 1942, in Seattle, Washington, is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists in the history of rock music (he's my Main Man!)

Songs:

1. Purple Haze
2. Foxy Lady
3. Voodoo Chile

Gear:

• Fender Stratocaster
• Gibson Flying V
• Gibson SG
• Marshall Amplifier