Psychedelic music developed in both folk and blues rock bands during the 1960s. The music style was inspired by the effects and impact that psychedelic substances had on someone

With its history of eviscerating eardrums and melting faces, death metal is a force to be reckoned with. Blast beat drumming, vocal growls, and above all face melting guitar work combine to form a blistering sonic assault. These masters of shredding are the very souls that top our list of greatest death metal guitarists. Join us as we count them down.

5. James Murphy (Death, Testament, Disincarnate) – James Murphy was born in Virginia in 1967. Throughout his career he has played for several bands including Death, Testament, and Disincarnate. Many other artists sought him out for guest appearances on their albums, especially during the 1990s. Murphy also has worked as producer in addition to his guitar playing. In 2001 he was diagnosed with a brain tumor, and recovered after surgery. As a result he had to gradually work back up his playing to its former level. He has played several guitars during his career including Caparison, Ibanez, B.C. Rich, and a Gibson Flying V. For insight into his playing style listen to Testament

Pulling from deep roots, southern rock incorporates elements of country, blues, and rock and roll. The music has a focus on vocals and electric guitar, and has been the breeding ground for many great guitarists. We have pulled together a list of the top five greatest guitar players of southern rock. We will now count them down.
5. Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) – Billy Gibbons was born in Texas and grew up in a home with a father that played piano and was an orchestra conductor. Around age 13 he received his first guitar, a Gibson Melody Maker, and by age 14 he had started his first band. His musical influences included Jimmy Reed. Early bands that he was a part of drew inspiration from psychedelic rock greats like Jimi Hendrix and Jefferson Airplane. The formation of ZZ Top resulted in a pairing of the psychedelic rock influences with blues rock. Gibbons has a masterful way of combining rock and blues in catchy guitar riffs. He has played various guitars throughout his career including, a Gibson Explorer, a Gretsch Jupiter Thunderbird, and his famous Gibson Les Paul

With their flashy costumes, dramatic make up, crazy hairstyles and overall theatrical performances, glam rock is insistent on bringing us an over the top rock experience. However, the drama wasn

With its smooth melodies and overall complexity, jazz is a genre that reaches to touch the depths of your soul. A skillful jazz guitarist can draw out feelings often left unsaid. While there are many greats to choose from, we have chosen five great jazz guitarists to celebrate their contributions.

5. Grant Green – Born in St. Louis, MO in the early 1930s, Grant Green began playing guitar at a young age, and was playing professionally as early as age 13. In addition to being influenced by Charlie Christian, Green was fond of the work of saxophonist Charlie Parker. This admiration is often thought to have been the reason for his more linear approach to jazz guitar. Other styles that influenced Green include hard bop, soul, R&B, and blues. A Gibson ES-330 and the D

If you prefer the road less traveled, and enjoy things that are a bit off beat, you may appreciate the sounds of the alternative or indie rock scene. While it has made its way into the mainstream, many artists have continued to channel the sounds that epitomize the genre. The indie scene has produced its fair share of great guitarists, and we have chosen the top five indie rock guitarists. Join us as we count them down.

5. Johnny Marr (The Smiths, Modest Mouse, The Cribs) – Whether it was with The Smiths or Modest Mouse, Johnny Marr

With no regard for the boundaries of genres and love of expressive improvisation, jam bands are characterized by their robust sound. As a category of music that requires versatile and creative musicianship, the guitarists born from it are something to behold. The top five list of jam band guitarists to follow is a tribute to the talent the jam band produces. Let

As a great blues guitarist moves masterfully over the fretboard, they will tug wordlessly at your innermost thoughts and emotions. A genre often known for its sorrowful and soul-wrenching melodies produced some of the most soulful guitarists in the world. We will take a moment to honor the genre by listing five top blues guitarists.

5. T-Bone Walker

Smashing guitars and overall destruction have become synonymous with the rebellious attitude of the 60s and 70s. Drawing from foundations in other genres, such as jazz and blues, classic rock has become a well-known and beloved musical genre of its own. There are a host of great guitarists that have catapulted to legendary status, and we have chosen the top five and listed them below.

5. Angus Young (AC/DC)