The Top 43 Most Iconic Guitarists In History

Published on 07/14/2019
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#26 Billy Gibbons

Born in Houston, Texas on the 16th of December in 1949, Billy Gibbons rose to fame as the guitarist for ZZ Top. His parents were fully supportive of his musical ambitions. Billy Gibbons enjoyed an Elvis concert with his parents and he also forged a brief friendship with the legendary Jimi Hendrix before his death.

26 Billy Gibbons

#26 Billy Gibbons

Billy Gibbons utilized what he learned and assisted with forming the group ZZ Top when he was just 20 years old. “Gimme Your Lovin” and “Tush” are some of his most memorable songs.

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#25 David Gilmour

David Gilmour was born in 1946 on the 6th of March in Cambridge, England. Even though he was not the original guitarist for the group Pink Floyd, he eventually became their frontman and their lead guitarist. His love for the guitar started when he borrowed one from a neighbor and ended up not returning it.

25 David Gilmour

#25 David Gilmour

After the release of the hit album “Dark Side Of The Moon”, it became clear that David Gilmour had a talent for adding effects to music. “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” and “Comfortably Numb” are some of his best songs. He was once admitted to hospital for malnutrition when he was just a young musician, although, he is currently worth an estimated $122 million.

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