The World’s Most Iconic Guitarists: Who Is The Best?

Published on 04/30/2021
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Gary Moore

Gary Moore, another former member of John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, has been dubbed a true virtuoso. He had success in several bands and as a solo artist. He had eleven solo Top 40 hits in the UK as a recording artist. In 1993, he collaborated on an album with former Cream members Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker. Moore died of a heart attack in his sleep in 2011 at the age of 58.

Gary Moore

Gary Moore

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Tony Iommi

Tony Iommi is a founding member of Black Sabbath. He changed his playing style after an accident in a factory where he worked as a teenager. He lost the tips of his middle and ring fingers on his right hand. He went on to become one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time.

Tony Iommi

Tony Iommi

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