Jimi Hendrix on the moon for everlasting memory

The best guitarists of all time, according to consequence

ByJohn

The American magazine presented the Guitar Week, a week of insights, lists and special content dedicated to the world of guitar. For the occasion, the editorial staff of the magazine has drawn up a ranking of the 100 best guitarists of all time.

For this operation, Consequence “interviewed over 100 guitarists to find out what they thought of it and who has left the deepest sign”. The magazine then examined “The pioneers of the old school and the figures who opened the way to the greats of the future, together with the new heroes of the guitar that continue to inspire the next generation”. Among those who gave a hand in the ranking, alongside the consequent staff, Kerry King, Nancy Wilson, Finneas and many others participated.

Below is the top 20 of the best guitarists ever. The complete list, drawn up by consequent, with comments and annotations, is available here:

20. Anne Clark (St. Vincent)

19. Duane Allman

18. Tom Morello

17. Stevie Ray Vaughan

16. Carlos Santana

15. Brian May

14. “Mother” Maybelle Carter

13. Dimebag Darrell

12. Robert Johnson

11. BB King

10. Nile Rodgers

9. Jeff Beck

8. David Gilmour

7. Sister Rosetta Tharpe

6. Jimmy Page

5. Prince

4. Chuck Berry

3. Tony Iommi

2. Eddie Van Halen

1. Jimi Hendrix

John
John

With an untamed passion and deep, eclectic knowledge of music, John is the soul of RadioWise UK. Having worked in the music industry for over two decades, his vision was to create a platform that embodies the love and respect for music. John is known for his great attention to detail and insatiable thirst for discovering new talents and music genres.