The Top Guitarists In The World: Who Are They?

Published on 03/05/2021
ADVERTISEMENT

Brian May

Brian May is the legendary Queen’s lead guitarist and one of the band’s founding members. May is known for his soaring guitar solos and for fusing rock and roll and classical music styles in his music. His distinct voice is instantly recognizable regardless of which band he is in at the time.

Brian May

Brian May

ADVERTISEMENT

Stevie Ray Vaughan

In the 1980s, Vaughan was a pivotal figure in the blues revival. Vaughan’s lightning-fast fingerpicking was recalled by David Bowie, who chose him to play guitar on his new album Let’s Dance in the mid-’80s. The Stray Cats and Eric Clapton were among Vaughn’s opening acts, who was an instant hit.

Stevie Ray Vaughan

Stevie Ray Vaughan

ADVERTISEMENT