Honorable Mention: Heart
Another welcome group of rockin’ ladies on our list are the Wilson sisters, Ann and Nancy, and their band, Heart. These multi-talented sisters and their band really rocked it hard, making them one of the best bands to come out of the 1970s. Their first mainstream hit was “Crazy on You” released in 1976, with influences from hard rock, heavy metal, and folk music.
Heart
Their sound really developed and changed over the years, but their second unforgettable hit came out a year later, “Barracuda”. The song was apparently written by the sisters when they were angry at their old record label who seemed to present the sisters sexually rather than for their music. The song is kicked off by a kickass guitar riff, then the drums hit it, all building up to when Ann starts belting out this absolute banger.
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The Top 43 Most Iconic Guitarists In History
We have all experienced the legendary effect that the world’s greatest guitarists riffs have. Whether it’s the upbeat thrills of rock ‘n roll, or blues and its smooth rhythms, many of these names have built memories for us that will surely last a lifetime. Here are the top 43 iconic legends that have been made famous for their incredibly impressive guitar skills.
#43 Bo Diddley
Bo Diddy aka Ellas Otha Bates was born on 30 December 1928 in Chicago. While his position on this list could be debated, considering that he has had a monumental influence on several guitarists that have ranked higher, such as Elvis Presley. The impact that this legendary guitarist had on music is undeniably incredible, considering that he did play a vital role in translating blues into timeless rock ‘n roll.
#43 Bo Diddley
While some insist that his most memorable tracks have a significant “West African groove” to them, such as “Bo Diddley,” “Who Do You Love?,” and “Road Runner,” his music could ultimately be described as groovy. Bo Diddley’s tunes exploited simplicity, allowing fans easy to follow tracks that would go on to inspire some of the greatest minds in music. Keith Richards and Buddy Holly are just a couple of iconic guitarists that were inspired to pick up the guitar by Bo Diddley.
