1. Jimi Hendrix

In the mid-1960s, LSD had a great influence on the development of the entire culture, and Hendrix's music also exuded endless psychedelic colors. He has a talent that seems to come from other worlds, and he has integrated various musical styles in his chest, from BIG BAND to GOSPEL. He arbitrarily deconstructed and split traditional POP and blues music to create a new color of music. Hendrix's live performances were extremely explosive, and the scene where he lit a guitar filled with gasoline on stage is one of the most classic scenes in the history of rock music. Jimi's guitar is a part of him, and his spirit permeates every note he plays. It can be said that everyone who has just picked up a guitar is inspired by Jimi's spirit.

The most important album: Are You Experienced?

The most classic single: Red House

2. Jeff Beck

Jeff Beck is a marquis-level lead guitar player in rock music and has enjoyed a high reputation for more than 30 years. He first appeared on the music scene in the 1960s as the arrogant guitarist of the Yardbirds. Over the decades, he has collaborated with many famous musicians in rock, pop and jazz, including Mick Jagger, Tina Turner, Bon Jovi, etc. Beck's unique trick on the tone of his Strat guitar is that when the amplifier's high frequency is very high, he first turns off the guitar volume completely, then plucks the strings and then slowly turns it on, creating a beautiful sound that slowly enters heaven. His only musical flaw - and the reason that prevented him from achieving greater commercial success like other guitarists - was that he lacked the ability to compose as well as his playing, and he never spoke. Sing.

The most important album: Blow by Blow

The most classic single: Where Were You?

3. B.B.King

King's guitar style is a perfect combination of Delta blues and jazz, sometimes with a touch of gospel, rock or pop. He is proficient in playing melody on a single string of the guitar, especially string bending. Few people can play the guitar with such emotion as King. King also had a profound influence on rock music, and many guitarists were influenced by his music, such as Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Steve Ray Vaughan and Jimmy Page.

The most important album: Live at The Regal

The most classic single: Sweet Little Angel

4. Jimmy Page

One of the most unique guitarists in rock history. Page's music has deep blues roots, but his Les Paul guitar and Marshall amplifiers created a hard rock sound. Fast, sensational riff passages and solos are an important reason why Led Zeppelin's songs have been popular for a long time. Page's playing styles range from British folk to Middle Eastern to jazz, and his music flows between styles with captivating effect. Page is not only a heroic guitarist, he is also an excellent songwriter.

The most important album: Houses of the Holy

The most classic single: D'Yer Maker

5. Allan Holdsworth

His name may not be very familiar to us, but he is a master worshiped by many famous guitarists such as Steve Vai and Eddie Van Halen. Holdsworth is a British fusion guitar master who is good at applying saxophone phrases to electric guitar. He uses a "sweet" distorted tone and is known for his wide range jumps and frightening speeds in his playing. His use of the tremolo can simply make the guitar cry. Holdsworth is not only a guitar master, but also a wine tasting expert.

The most important album: Road Games

The most classic single: Alaska

6. Eddie Van Halen

Van Halen in The extraordinary musical feeling and futuristic imagination set off the heavy metal movement throughout the 1980s. His playing style that combines vitality and skill has become his trademark. His violin-like tone and two-hand string tapping skills are enthusiastically pursued by many guitar fans. Even musical instrument manufacturers are making technical improvements to their products based on his music. Van Halen is also very good at phrase writing and guitar arrangement.

The most important album: Van Halen II

The most classic single: Eruption

7. Pat Metheny

Metheny was called The greatest living jazz guitarist. In high school he often skipped class and hid in the bathroom practicing guitar. With an almost perfect understanding of chord scale theory and good arrangements, Metheny's guitar music is fresher than traditional jazz and more elegant than fusion jazz. His emotional solo can bring joy and sadness to the audience.

The most important album: Travels

The most classic single: Phase Dance

8. Eric Clapton

When it comes to Clapton For his guitar playing, we are thinking not only of his classic blues solo passages, but also of his early important contribution to the formation of hard rock and metal music in the Cream band. When he was only 20 years old, he was already regarded as a guitar god by music fans. He is a versatile and creative guitarist. Now, he is based on the most fundamental blues, constantly digging out the deepest things in his soul and presenting them to the audience.

The most important album: Wheels of Fire

The most classic single: I Feel Free

9. Chuck Berry

Forgot "Elvis", Chuck Berry is the real father of rock music. He brought together the styles of blues and country music, and his fierce guitar playing marked the beginning of the guitar as an instrument becoming an important role in rock music. Berry's loud guitar licks and suggestive lyrics really stunned the serious listeners of the 1950s. It was then that people began to realize that rock music had a power beyond Beethoven. The dynamic double stop (playing two chord tones at the same time in a solo) and the relaxed and humorous string bending are the characteristics of his performance.

The most important album: The Best of Chuck Berry

The most classic single: Roll Over Beethoven

10. T-Bone Walker

< p>For T-Bone Walker, we must first admit two facts: first, he invented the blues electric guitar style; second, he is the greatest Texas guitarist. His control of guitar tone and use of jazz chords is unmatched by anyone. Walker was also a consummate performer. Long before Chuck Berry and Hendrix came along, he was performing tricks such as playing guitar from behind and playing the guitar in the splits. He can express emotions effectively and accurately using concise musical phrases. He is the essence of blues guitar and a pioneer in the development of electric guitar.

The most important album: T-Bone Blues

The most classic single: Call It Stormy Monday