#2 Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton was born in 1945 on the 30th of March in Surrey, England. his simple, yet smooth and melodic notes captivated the world at the height of his career as a musician and his music will continue to captivate generations to come. His unforgettable music has undeniably lead him to be one of the greatest guitarists in history. The fusion of blues and rock ‘n roll perfectly describes Eric Clapton’s abilities as a guitarist.
#2 Eric Clapton
Early in his career, he was a member of the band Cream and he played alongside two jazz guitarists. Later he admitted that he was just trying to keep up. He went on to produce some of the most iconic hits in history, which include the songs “White Room” and “Crossroads.”
#1 Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix was born in 1942 on the 27th of November in Seattle, Washington. It may not be all that surprising that he is listed as the number 1 guitarist in history, considering that he is undoubtedly the god of the guitar. However, what is surprising is that his career was ultimately the shortest by far in comparison to every other icon on this list.
#1 Jimi Hendrix
While his style and sound can only be described as out of this world, he produced notes and chords in combinations that appeared alien to other musicians during his career. What’s more, his on-stage performance was flawless, effortless, and ultimately, the most original of all time. He can be remembered for several greatest hit songs like “Foxy Lady,” “Purple Haze,” and his remarkable rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
