I Get High On You Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Obviously, Alex Lifeson is a tragically underrated guitarist. He was inexplicably left off Rolling Stone's Top 100, whereas musicians like Kurt Cobain and Joni Mitchell (were they even guitarists?) were included. Perhaps the editors had temporarily forgotten what list they were compiling? Or maybe it's just 'cause it's Rolling Stone. Anyway, I love Alex Lifeson's style, but I wouldn't rank him as my very favorite guitarist (though he is in my top ten or twenty). My all-time favorite guitarist is Stevie Ray Vaughan (see avatar). Listening to his solo work makes me want to cry (think Little Wing, Riviera Paradise). He plays so cleanly, with such finesse and skill and sense, but he also pours his heart and soul into every note. Nothing is wasted. And as a bonus, he has a killer bluesy voice. As a side-note, I'd like to pay my dues to jazz greats like Wes Montgomery, Kenny Burrell, and Pat Martino. You are all-too-often neglected! So, what say you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Allan Holdsworth Shawn Lane Scott Henderson Steve Morse Eric Johnson Buckethead Edward Van Halen Robben Ford Guthrie Govan Ray Gomez Jimmy Herring Bumblefoot Michael Landau SRV Andy Timmons Steve Vai Brett Garsed Steve Lukather Larry Carlton Nguyen le Oz Noy Mike Stern John 5 Steve Stevens George Lynch and many more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Get High On You Posted August 23, 2006 Author Share Posted August 23, 2006 Wow! I'm glad to see such a complete appreciation for rock guitar virtuosity. Can't pick just one, eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (I Get High On You @ Aug 23 2006, 03:18 AM) Wow! I'm glad to see such a complete appreciation for rock guitar virtuosity. Can't pick just one, eh? Not only that I had to come back and add these guys as feel a bit remiss in forgetting them... Danny Gatton Tony Iommi (underrated player) Jeff Beck Joel Hoekstra Mattias IA Eklundh Pat Metheny Adrian Legg Lee Ritenour Dann Huff George Benson Randy Rhoads Ed Wynne Steve Topping Vivian Campbell (has a blues album you should check out) Billy Gibbons (he's on it) Jake E Lee Nuno Bettencourt Paul Gilbert (first all instrumental album out next week) Special mention for Page, Hendrix May and Walsh And even though you know I like this guy Alex Lifeson (very underrated) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeddyRulz Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 My favorite might be Eddie Van Halen - because of the combination of talent, feel, and influence on others. But I think Steve Vai could play anything Sir Edward could play and then some. Vai could do anything that any guitarist does and then some! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (treeduck @ Aug 23 2006, 05:10 AM) Ed Wynne Thank You! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peestie Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) - Just plain awesome. Lindsey Buckingham (Fleetwood Mac)- This guy has awesome acoustic chops and his electric solos are so full of passion and intensity. He's much more than just a guitarist as well. One of the most talented men in rock. Ritchie Blackmore (Deep Purple/Rainbow/Blackmore's Night) Eric Clapton Gary Moore Micky Moody/Bernie Marsden (Whitesnake) - Great guitar duo. Alex Lifeson Those would be the ones that spring to mind for me, but there are more as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roddy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Alex is amazing, no doubt about it. One of the all time greats. During the 80s, my number one was Eddie VH, the man's a freak. These days, if I HAD to name a favourite, it'd have to be Zakk Wylde. The man fairly RIPS, his playing and tone shreds your skin off. No More Tears is one of my all time favourite albums. I write for a local music mag here in Melbourne. Just yesterday I interviewed Zakk himself...amazing honour, and the man's a NUTCASE! And so very very funny.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuppetKing2112 Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Top 5: Alex David Gilmour Pete Townshend Johnny Marr Slash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kudzu Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Top 5: David Gilmour Alex Lifeson Pete Townshend Mark Knopfler Joe Walsh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (Roddy @ Aug 23 2006, 10:30 AM) Alex is amazing, no doubt about it. One of the all time greats. During the 80s, my number one was Eddie VH, the man's a freak. These days, if I HAD to name a favourite, it'd have to be Zakk Wylde. The man fairly RIPS, his playing and tone shreds your skin off. No More Tears is one of my all time favourite albums. I write for a local music mag here in Melbourne. Just yesterday I interviewed Zakk himself...amazing honour, and the man's a NUTCASE! And so very very funny.... Are you familar with his work on last two Derek Sherinian solo discs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roddy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (tangdog @ Aug 23 2006, 12:21 PM) QUOTE (Roddy @ Aug 23 2006, 10:30 AM) Alex is amazing, no doubt about it. One of the all time greats. During the 80s, my number one was Eddie VH, the man's a freak. These days, if I HAD to name a favourite, it'd have to be Zakk Wylde. The man fairly RIPS, his playing and tone shreds your skin off. No More Tears is one of my all time favourite albums. I write for a local music mag here in Melbourne. Just yesterday I interviewed Zakk himself...amazing honour, and the man's a NUTCASE! And so very very funny.... Are you familar with his work on last two Derek Sherinian solo discs? I've got Black Utopia, which I love, but haven't listened to for a while. Might just whack it on, since you mentioned it! There's some SERIOUS talent going on on that record, if I remember correctly: Zakk, Yngwie, Billy Sheehan..... What's the other one like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 As a stand alone Guitarist it got to be Steve Vai with Eric Johnson as close second. John Petrucci is up there too as well is the forementioned Ed Wynne of Ozric Tentacles. People, I realize are superior guitarists and I need to buy some material of include Buckethead and the almighty Mike Keneally. Keneally can play note for note with Vai, not only on the guitar but on the piano as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (tangdog @ Aug 23 2006, 12:21 PM)QUOTE (Roddy @ Aug 23 2006, 10:30 AM) Alex is amazing, no doubt about it. One of the all time greats. During the 80s, my number one was Eddie VH, the man's a freak. These days, if I HAD to name a favourite, it'd have to be Zakk Wylde. The man fairly RIPS, his playing and tone shreds your skin off. No More Tears is one of my all time favourite albums. I write for a local music mag here in Melbourne. Just yesterday I interviewed Zakk himself...amazing honour, and the man's a NUTCASE! And so very very funny.... Are you familar with his work on last two Derek Sherinian solo discs? Last three Derek has a new one out... http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000G04UY6.01._SS500_SCLZZZZZZZ_V64179300_.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natural Rush Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 My top 5 are in no order at all !!! Angus Young Mike oldfield Michael Schenker David Gilmore Jimmy Page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (Roddy @ Aug 23 2006, 01:26 PM) QUOTE (tangdog @ Aug 23 2006, 12:21 PM) QUOTE (Roddy @ Aug 23 2006, 10:30 AM) Alex is amazing, no doubt about it. One of the all time greats. During the 80s, my number one was Eddie VH, the man's a freak. These days, if I HAD to name a favourite, it'd have to be Zakk Wylde. The man fairly RIPS, his playing and tone shreds your skin off. No More Tears is one of my all time favourite albums. I write for a local music mag here in Melbourne. Just yesterday I interviewed Zakk himself...amazing honour, and the man's a NUTCASE! And so very very funny.... Are you familar with his work on last two Derek Sherinian solo discs? I've got Black Utopia, which I love, but haven't listened to for a while. Might just whack it on, since you mentioned it! There's some SERIOUS talent going on on that record, if I remember correctly: Zakk, Yngwie, Billy Sheehan..... What's the other one like? Black Utopia also had Al Diemeola! Mythology is also great. In additon to Zakk, he has Allan Holdworth, Steve Stevens and Steve Lukather. The new one just came out and the tracks at Dereks home page sound killer. Will pick it up with my next amazon order. Blood Of the Snake features: Slash, Zakk Wylde, Yngwie Malmsteen, John Petrucci, Simon Phillips, Tony Franklin, Brad Gillis, Billy Idol and Brian Tichy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Jimmy Page - nobody, but nobody, can play the blues like Pagey... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeduck Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (Maddy @ Aug 23 2006, 01:04 PM) Jimmy Page - nobody, but nobody, can play the blues like Pagey... Not even Stevie Ray Vaughan? Jeff beck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddy Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (treeduck @ Aug 23 2006, 01:07 PM) QUOTE (Maddy @ Aug 23 2006, 01:04 PM) Jimmy Page - nobody, but nobody, can play the blues like Pagey... Not even Stevie Ray Vaughan? Jeff beck? Close, but - Jimmy's still my favorite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peestie Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (treeduck @ Aug 23 2006, 07:07 PM) QUOTE (Maddy @ Aug 23 2006, 01:04 PM) Jimmy Page - nobody, but nobody, can play the blues like Pagey... Not even Stevie Ray Vaughan? Jeff beck? BB King?! Page is a guitarist who has never really grabbed me. I wanted to love Led Zep, but when I actually listened to there stuff it wasn't for me sadly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-13 Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Don't have time right now to list them all but my fav overall is Jimmy Page...there are others that are wicked close to him though. I'll post them later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-13 Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (Maddy @ Aug 23 2006, 12:04 PM) Jimmy Page - nobody, but nobody, can play the blues like Pagey... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Get High On You Posted August 23, 2006 Author Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (Kudzu @ Aug 23 2006, 08:45 AM)Top 5: ... Mark Knopfler ... Alright! I was hoping someone would mention Mark Knopfler. "Sultans of Swing" is one of my all-time favorite songs. His solo on it is just perfect. Although I'd kinda like to hear Alex Lifeson's take on it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kudzu Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 QUOTE (Peestie @ Aug 23 2006, 11:10 AM) QUOTE (treeduck @ Aug 23 2006, 07:07 PM) QUOTE (Maddy @ Aug 23 2006, 01:04 PM) Jimmy Page - nobody, but nobody, can play the blues like Pagey... Not even Stevie Ray Vaughan? Jeff beck? BB King?! Page is a guitarist who has never really grabbed me. I wanted to love Led Zep, but when I actually listened to there stuff it wasn't for me sadly. Agreed. I can appreciate Led Zeppelin, there are several of their songs that I like enough to play regularly, but there are definitely better bands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeddyRulz Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Yngwie is over-rated; I could be the "world's fastest guitarist" too, if all I played were scales and arpeggios. And Angus Young? What has he done that's so good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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