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If you don't see the player you're looking for, try the shred guitarists page. For me shred is more than just fast. It's a musical style. So some players are shred fast, but play within a rock format. (or I might have them on the wrong page...dohh!)

= Artist links that were added on the last update

 -  A Rock/Metal shred guitarist with great songs and a killer attack that's outlawed in 13 states.  His first solo CD will suck you in and never let go. Everything from radio friendly rock (ala satch), to heavy metal (ala schenker), to extreme shred (ala stump). All played as if he were a veteran of these styles. If you're a fan of rock guitar with plenty of attitude.....visit Chris!

DUANE ALLMAN TRIBUTE PAGE  - You can listen to a couple of different interviews with Duane in Real Audio. plus many pics,bio(short), and articles.    check out the 11 minute video of "Dreams" at the "PLANET DOBRO SITE"  by clicking here

PETE ANDERSON -   The guitarist for country performer Dwight Yaokam. Pete has several releases on his own. Pete's playing has a nice mixture of rock, blues and country. And he has a bluesy sort of singing voice. His c.d.'s include a handful of instrumentals. He's the ones who's responsible for giving country music the much needed shot in the ass.

ROB BALDUCCI     a very hot rock guitarist

JENNIFER BATTEN HOME PAGE**

JEFF BECK  

JEFF BECK WEB PAGE

  -  Rock guitarist par extraordinaire. A tasteful and talented guitarist who draws from many different influences. With a close eye on melody. A very groove oriented guitarist. With radio friendly songs, but with a razor edge. This is one white hot rock guitarist with great songs. All done in Martin's own style. Check Him Out!

ADRIAN BELEW  -  Guitarist that has toured with Frank Zappa, David Bowie, The Talking Heads, The Bears, His Solo Works, most notably he was one of the guitarists and lead vocalist for the group King Crimson and so many other things.

JEAN-MARC BELKADI   -   A hot jazz/fusion player with a smmmoking band!

NUNO BETTENCOURT - nuno-central

- A skilled jazz player, a smokin' blues player, and a hot rock player. The kick is, many times you experience all three within a single song.

RITCHIE BLACKMORE'S OFFICIAL WEB SITE

JOE BOCHAR*  -  A very Hot heavy rock shredder.  And I mean  HOT!

MIKE CAMPESE - A very heavy shredder with serious jazz overtones and a deep rooted blues influence. Mike has a unique style that I was instantly drawn to. Mike Campese is an Original". Check out samples of his songs @ his site. You too will become an instant fan. I love melody driven shred. And this is the finest!

TOM CHAFFEE - A very hot guitar who plays in the bluesy roots/rock style. But kicked up a few notches.

 -  A fantastically tasteful & diverse  rock/shred player. With great, ( very well written ) songs! His songs vary from calming acoustic, to radio friendly rock ( with a razor edge ), to wicked shred. T.D. plays it all masterfully. If you're a fan of radio friendly rock guitar songs ( i.e. joe satriani ). Then you should definitely check out T.D. Clark. With songs that are as palatable as joe's ( I say more ). With an updated style and sound. And a harder edge to both the music and the guitar. I have both of TD's c.d.s ( hey that rhymes ). And they both became instant favorites. I am now a huge fan of the man. With songs that vary in influence. And a playing style I like to call "beautifully aggressive

CLARK COLBORN - A hot, very tasteful rock guitarist who was part of the midwest U.S. rock scene. But took some much needed time off. He's back now and is working on his solo release.

CURTIS -   A red hot guitarist that plays instrumental guitar music with rock, jazz and blues influences.

RICK DERRINGER'S OFFICIAL WEBSITE

CHRIS DUARTE GROUP

RIK EMMET

 -  A talented diverse guitarist. Whose songs go from rock to blues to jazz. Bob's skills lie in his phrasing and vocabulary. Allowing him to both get in your face screaming. And slow down and tell you a gentle intricate detailed story. Sometimes within the same song.

JON FINN HOME PAGE

JON FINN GROUP

GRIEGG FRASER   - an instrumental rock guitarist.

ADRIAN GALYSH  -  "HEAVY"  Rock guitarist

 -  A deeply melodic shred guitarist. Andy's a shred maniac that becomes a shred monster at the drop of a dime. With intricate compositions showing Andy is more than a speed freak!

LOWELL GEORGE  - The driving force behind the original Little Feat. No sounds but if your already familiar with his music this is a good place for a little background on the man. Very Informative!

UNOFFICIAL DAVID GILMORE HOMEPAGE

-   This site features a phenomenal guitarist named Rowland. Worthy of being listed with the masters.(not my opinion,a fact!).This is a must have for any lover of guitar music. His music evokes every human emotion.(even a few I didn't know I had). Sample (download & stream) 16 songs from his c. d. "Symphony For Guitar".  What makes Rowlands music so incredible is not only his impeccable playing but the composures are genius. I have experienced a lot of music for a lot of years and nothing has reached me like his music. Whether he's laying down a dirty rock groove or calming you with beautiful acoustic work, you feel every moment. If you truly love music,this c.d.is priceless.    I HAVE THE C.D.  AND I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!!
The NEW DOUBLE C.D. "DE'JA' VU" is another masterpiece. And I have it. (thanks Rowland! you're way too kind.) Go to his site and listen to the sound samples. Rowland could have simply added to the incredible landscape he painted with his first release. But make no mistake this is not part two of his first release. The new discs are fresh and new. Rowland has outdone himself this time. The acoustic disc showcases his softer side with songs that soothe and relax. Simply put in one word: BEAUTIFUL. The electric disc showcases the HEAVY, AGGRESSIVE side of Rowland. And boy does he have one. This disc goes from calming electric to some serious in your face electric. There are some unbelievable blues too. Simply put in one word: KILLER MAN (i know that's 2 words. but "MAN" doesn't count)  unmistakably rowland, undeniably great, unbelievable!.....live your life with one purpose- get this c.d.

HOWARD HART -  a very hot rock guitarist. Song stylings go from heavy rock to soulful melodic acoustic. Howards MP3  site

JAMES HART - A great guitarist who's just as comfortable on the acoustic as on the electric. He goes from very heavy rock, to very calming and soothing acoustic. Having refined both styles to make them his own

   just one question-  ARE YOU EXPERIENCED?

JIMI HENDRIX -   a  really thorough jimi page. with lotsa info and links to some of the best jimi sites.

JIMI HENDRIX WEBRING INDEX**

GARY HOEY OFFICIAL WEBSITE

GARY HOEY(good site)

GREG HOWE HOME PAGE

CRAIG JACKSON  -  Hot rock guitarist (go to his mp3 site and apply for the news letter and be eligible to win his new c.d.)  Or even better Buy It !  craigs mp3 site

ERIC JOHNSON HOME PAGE

MIKE KENEALLY

MARK KNOPFLER

JEFF KOLLMAN OFFICIAL WEBSITE

RICHIE KOTZEN HOME PAGE

ROD LASCHANZKY  - Rod is a great rock/blues guitarist. Rod's has 2 CD's. His newest is Rock based with very radio friendly songs. And his first is blues based. With songs that go from smooth jazzy to down right nasty funky lowdown blues (check out Came Home Sick)! Unfortunately Rod doesn't have his own site. But this is his mp3.com site. So you can atleast check out the man's music. With a little info.

TRAVIS LARSON BAND  -  great rock/fusion player

ALVIN LEE - A plethora of info on the legendary guitarist and vocalist in the band Ten Years After. Go here to check out his sounds. (click on the listening room link)

 -  Jazz not for the faint of heart! The overall tone of Scott's music is Jazz with a serious Rock attitude. With songs for the Jazz purists. But pretty much it will appeal to the popular jazz music fan, to the blues fan, to the rock fan. Heck, even the ceiling fan would love it....If you check out one new artist this year. It should be Scott Lerner!!!!

LIQUID TENSION   -  A great fusion instrumental band which features guitarist John Petrucci on guitar.

BILL LONERO  -  A very hot rock guitarist with an original sound and style. A real smoker....

GEORGE LYNCH  Mr. Scary  MAN ! if you're a fan this is the only site you need to visit. includes 15 video clips (1/2 are live)

HARVEY MANDEL   - Legendary rock guitar virtuoso Harvey Mandel, AKA "The Snake. A thirty year veteran of the rock world. Having played and recorded with just about all the blues and rock greats. Blues-rock-psychedelic- metal-jazz- country-roots-fusion, or let's just call it Harvey Mandel music! A great page for a legendary guitarist.  Harvey's  MP3  site

JEFF MARSHALL -  A very impressive rock guitarist. If your a fan of real rock guitar, check this guy out! Within the first 20 seconds of listening to a sound sample, I was already cranking up my speakers. Jeff seems to bring the best of 70's, 80's and  90's rock influences and creates a smoking rock style that relys on strong memorable (rockin") songs. Instead of just how fast can I play?....jeffs mp3 site

BRENT MASON - A very hot and talented country player with some real rock overtones. Who's also a well know session musician in Nashville. Brent has released his first solo effort. hot!

J.C. MATHEWS -  A very fine and tasteful rock guitarist. With a smooth style and memorable songs that vary in influence. (rock, jazz, latin, classical) A guitarist for the mind and soul that rocks! I could listen to this all day... Check out some sound samples at his mp3.com site.

STEVE MORSE

JOHN PETRUCCI    The very talented guitarist  from "Dream Theatre".  John is so much more  though.  If you've only heard him with the band, check out his site..........also visit the liquid tension site.  (This very tight, very hot fusion band features john on guitar.)

PROJECT 7 -    FEATURING  GUITARIST/COMPOSER  DANNY BEGELMAN

JIM REINDEL - a great rock/shred band that consists of two brothers, with radio friendly tunes.

RANDY RHOADS - Eternal Randy Rhoads - A Great tribute site to the man and his music. Includes videos and plenty of rare songs on mp3. Also has lots of pictures as far back as randy's quiet riot days. And some very nice art work featuring randy. (check out the one with stevie ray, jimi, mick ronson and randy together)

RANDY RHOADS - THE DAY THE MUSIC DIED. A Great Randy Resource...

KELLY RICHEY BAND - An awesome blues based rock power trio. Led by the Unbelievable Kelly Richey on both guitar and vocals. My favorite description of kelly was one from her website: "Jimi Hendrix trapped in a woman's body with Janis Joplin screaming to get out." A blues/rock guitarist you won't soon forget. Electric blues influences of Stevie Ray, Jimi and Albert King. Can you say "SMOKIN". On the acoustic tunes she shines, but in a different light. With all the flash and volume and effects taken away. Just a voice and a guitar. The red hot soul and emotion of the electric songs reaches a full boil on the acoustic outings. If your a fan of blues/rock guitar you should have already clicked on the link!!

    Check out this great rock guitarist. Sample his 2 c.d.'s...I know you'll dig it. On his first c.d. he pays tribute to four of the masters: JEFF BECK, JIMI HENDRIX,CARLOS SANTANA, AND ROBIN TROWER. As well as 7 more songs. All played in his own inimitable style. His newest c.d. is also "AWESOME". It's more laid back with a  Bluesy, jazzy feel. That's right, he's also a  great jazz & blues guitarist (man! this guy's great!) BOTH ARE EQUALLY AS DYNAMIC AND INCREDIBLE! (a must have for any fan of guitar music.) SO DON'T JUST SIT THERE CHECK HIM OUT! Whether he's rockin' or playing some smooth jazz or blues, he's awesome. OH! MAN! This goes way beyond rock,blues, or jazz. It's simply great guitar and great music.........I have both c.d.'s and I must say "FANTASTIC" *An incredibly talented writer and player*

ULI (jon) ROTH- GUITAR MAESTRO (a really impressive fan site)

RICHIE SAMBORA - The very talented, often under rated guitarist and second vocalist (better than jon) for the band Bon Jovi. Richie also has a solo release. A great collection of real blues based rock and roll tunes.

ERIC SANDS - An extremely hot rock/shred guitarist with equally great songs. Both with and without vocals. Eric has the "PERFECT" mix of rock,metal,shred influences. And most importantly, he's one hell of a guitarist. Eric, when he wants to can kick it into overdrive and shred with the best of 'em. Check out Eric's mp3 site. 

CARLOS SANTANA

BLUES SARACENO HOME PAGE

JOE SATRIANI OFFICIAL HOME PAGE

JOE SATRIANI-A PHENOMENAL SITE   (check this out)**

CHRIS SCHATZ - A fantastic rock guitarist from austria. Many different influences can be heard in Chris's music. From shred to rock to jazz to country(well you get the idea)  CHRIS'  MP3 SITE -

MARK SCHUSTER - A Melodic Hard Rock instrumental shredder that I really like a lot. Great songs, killer chops! check him out...

JEFFREY RYAN SMOOTS  -  A very fine progressive rock guitarist. With a style that's unique and killer chops. (yes he can shred) jeffrey's mp3.com site

SPEED LIMIT 35   - A nice groove oriented instrumental guitar rock band which features two great rock styles guitarists. Mitch Gorman and Steve Rabeler.

- The master of the testosterone driven, the bigger, the badder, the better, get a bigger hammer, leave no witnesses, bad attitude fueled music known as "Instra-Metal" guitar music. A Brilliant Progressive Metal composer, A Deadly Stringed Assassin with no mercy and An Absolutely Monstrous player with a bully attitude. A powerful monster with a heart of beauty and grace!!

BARRETT TAGLIARINO     a smokin' rock/fusion/jazz player

TIM THOMAS - A kickin' shredder with songs in both the rock and metal style. And seems to have both musical styles perfected. Tim's mp3 site

ROBIN TROWER- BRIDGE OF SIGHS

EDDIE VANHALEN- BROWN SOUND

VINCE VRBANCIC  -  A truely original progressive rock guitarist. Vince lays down some of the most tasteful, and often mood provoking guitar. With the emphasis on great songs. If you enjoy great music as well as great guitar, check out Vince!

WARP 3  -   An instrumental trio fronted by axeman extrodinaire Ryan Maza. Not your typical 3 piece rock unit. These guys have a totally original sound. An impressive page with sound and video (very cool)!!

JEFF WATSON

 - Finally a rock guitarist that doesn't sound like he studied under one of your dad's friends. David brings to the table, the influences of today. Thus creating, not only a new page in the book. But a new book entirely.

JOHNNY WINTER SOUND BITES  -     check out songs from 5 different albums. no info but hey! there's tunes!

MARK WOOD - CHECK THIS GUY OUT!  This is a totally original artist. He's not a guitarist, but a violinist. But the way he rocks,rips,funks,and shreds(yes shreds), he belongs here. Only one word can describe him..."VIRTUOSO"  Click on discography at the bottom of any page but the main page for sound samples. You won't believe your ears. There are absolutely no guitars used.

LOREN "LO" WOODS - An absolutely hot guitarist. Loren guy plays Instrumental Rock, Progressive Rock, Jazz Fusion, Blues, and Acoustic. Loren is a real well rounded guitarist/musician.

BROOKS YOUNCE - A tastefully talented progressive rock/shred style guitarist, with superb compositions. With one listen to his music you'll agree, ("why the hell doesn't this guy have a recording contract?").

ZAPPA.COM- FRANK,DWEEZEL,&AHMET

NEIL ZAZA OFFICIAL SITE   Neil is a hot, in your face, melodic rock/shred guitarist. Neil takes rock style shred guitar to the limits and back. As a matter of  fact I think Neil has set some of those limits.  I've been a fan since the first time I heard Neil's music. Check him out & see what I mean!..don't forget to check out Neil's MP3.com site for more sounds. ( thanks Kevin!...for the reminder!)