Iconic Guitarist History

Discover how George Harrison’s spiritual awakening transformed The Beatles and revolutionized Western music through Eastern mysticism.

Guitar virtuoso Eddie Van Halen revolutionized rock music through ingenious innovations and electrifying performances, but his greatest impact came from…

Crafting revolutionary dual-guitar harmonies, Allman and Betts forged Southern rock’s blueprint through their legendary partnership in The Allman Brothers Band.

Known for inventing power chords and smashing guitars, Pete Townshend’s revolutionary techniques transformed rock music forever – but at what cost?

Just when music needed a revolution, Prince emerged with 27 instruments, a soaring voice, and an unstoppable vision.

Learn how Keith Richards revolutionized rock guitar with his five-string open tuning technique that shaped the Rolling Stones’ signature sound.

A brilliant guitarist who shaped Pink Floyd’s sound, David Gilmour mastered the art of making guitars weep, but his secrets remain elusive.

Uncover how Queen’s Brian May turned a homemade guitar and innovative recording techniques into majestic orchestral soundscapes that revolutionized rock music.

Considered a pioneer of modern music, Les Paul’s revolutionary inventions forever changed how guitars are played and songs are recorded.

Known for revolutionizing flamenco guitar, Paco de Lucía’s journey from child prodigy to global music legend transformed an ancient art forever.