These are in no particular order. I don't think there is a best overall guitarist because they all play different styles. If there was someone who mastered every style of guitar playing then they could be called the best but as it stands there is only people who are the best at there style of playing. Other guitar players that deserve a mention are- Mark Knopfler, David Gilmour, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Tommy Emmanuel, Gary Moore, Angus Young, Kirk Hammet, Brian May, Slash, Jimmy Page, Ry Cooder, Frank Zappa, Randy Rhoads, Paul Gilbert. Polls are just opinions on a persons preference to music. People will say Slash is the best because they like Guns 'N' Roses or Hendrix because they don't really have a clue. I've named 25 guitarists from different styles for there ability, impact on todays music and overall great guitar playing. If anyone feels i've left someone out feel free to say so, but remember it's just your preference.

by Rob 07:32:57 AM 2009.12.08