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May 29th, 2007
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When I think of guitarists I try to keep their style and creativity in mind. Having said that, I have to break them down into categories as there are many I admire and really each guitarist should have their own signatures to their playing so.... and these are all my opinion so someone might say, well no this guy is the best shredder etc. Just my opinion.....
Soloists:
Best Shredder/Guitar Gymnist - Paul Gilbert
Best Metal - Dimebag
Most Melodic (Solos) - Marty Friedman (Just listen to "Valley of Eternity" not to mention some of the stuff he did with Megadeth also his signature bend techniques)
Best Jazz - Pat Methany
Best Rock - David Gilmour
Best Blues and Rock combined - Joe Perry
Most "Feel" - Brian Doherty (Big Wreck)
Most Fun - Eddie Van Halen
Most Creative - Eric Johnson
Most Versatile - Prince
Rythm (Electric) and/or Fingerpickin (Acoustic):
Most Mindblowing (Acoustic) - Leo Kottke (Always hear his stuff and say, what the heck? How did he...)
Most Original (Electric) - Adam Jones
Most Creative (Electric) - Ian Thornley
Most Melodic (Electric and Acoustic) - Jim O'Rourke
Best Classical Guitarist - Andrew York
That's all I can think of offhand. Oh yeah, Bass is a guitar kinda lol I have to throw out Les Claypool as well for reinventing the way bass is done and not too many bands out there like them. Certainly the most original and creative bassist I've ever heard.
I'd have to throw Geezer Butler out there as well as his lines just are so groovy and tasty and Black Sabbath wouldn't be what they were without his unique sound.
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May 30th, 2007
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Join Date: Dec 2005
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Some guitarists I really admire:
Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Randy Rhoads, John Mayer, Alex Lifeson, and SRV who I'm recently getting into.
But if I had to say a favorite guitarist, it would definitely be John Frusciante from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. That man is amazing. He is a constant source of inspiration for me as a guitar player and an aspiring vocalist.
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May 30th, 2007
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Join Date: May 2006
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Location: Billings, Montana
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Since I recently discovered Blackmore's Night, Richie Blackmore has become a favorite.
Hey- I may play slow, but I sure am imprecise!
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May 30th, 2007
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You know I just realized I left Jimi Hendrix out of the equation in my post. Not purposely though just slipped my mind.
I put Jimi down as most original because he was way ahead of his time and no one was doing anything close to what he was doing back in his prime.
Now the list is complete for me lol.
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May 30th, 2007
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Join Date: Apr 2006
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Yes, I'm a great fan of Kelly Joe Phelps but Jerry Douglas is something else again!!!!!! Extraordinary virtuosity!
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June 4th, 2007
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When I think of virtuosity there's a number of all time greats.
Jimi Hendrix---Rock
Rev. Gary Davis---Ragtime
Django Rhienhardt---Jazz
Brian Setzer---Rockabilly
Carlos Santana---Rock
Jerry Douglas---Dobro
Other greats, in no particular order:
Guy Forsyth
Jorma Kaukonen
Dickey Betts
Jerry Garcia
Tony Rice
Albert Collins
B.B. King
Blind Willie McTell
David Bromberg
Chuck Berry
Ted Nugent
Mark Knopfler
Johnny Winter
Junior Brown
Leo Kottke
Peter Rowan
Jim Heath
Bo Diddley
Alvin Lee
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June 4th, 2007
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im feelin synyster gates atm
jus great
never rly had a fave all time classic guitar player coz there has been so many greats
prolly jimmy paige =]
hopes to one day get good enough to start a band =]
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June 4th, 2007
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It seems un-pardonable not to add CHET ATKINS to the list.
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June 14th, 2007
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john found this guy, and just like that he is one of my all time favorites.
without a doubt
YouTube - Scotty Anderson and Bob Saxton - Sweet Georgia Brown
be sure to check out hisother vids
Scotty Anderson
Wow!!
Jim
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June 14th, 2007
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Nice find Jimbllrd, looks like ol Bob was ready to throw down the gloves there about half way thru and offer a challenge...{and sounded like he'd hold his own too}that was sweet.
"To play without passion is unexcusable" - Ludwig Van Beethoven
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June 15th, 2007
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yeah X4, not many could either.
this guy throws in the gauntlet.
watch to the end
YouTube - In the Studio with Scotty Anderson
jim
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June 15th, 2007
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LOL, I'd be shakin my head too....check-mate!!! Thanks Jim
"To play without passion is unexcusable" - Ludwig Van Beethoven
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June 15th, 2007
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guess I should of said the Towell not gauntlet.
here's one more Amazing video, but there are serveral more on YouTubeSearch "Scotty Anderson"
YouTube - Scotty Anderson & Bob Saxton - It Don't Mean A Thing
Jim
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June 15th, 2007
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Yeah!! LOL!! King to ashtray
heh heh
Jim
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June 15th, 2007
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jimbllrd
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After watching, I knew what you meant to say...
after the last one...you can't say "He ain't got that swing" Thanks again Jim, definitly have to check him out some more. 
"To play without passion is unexcusable" - Ludwig Van Beethoven
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