THE CYRIL ACHARD QUINTET  - The Jazz Band featuring the shredder from the above site. But with his Jazz you hear the softer, acoustic true jazz side of Cyril.

AERIAL ACOUSTICS -  a guitar duo featuring Dorothy Wagner on classical guitar and Dennis Smith on steel-string guitar. Their original instrumental music is an eclectic blend of new age, jazz, classical and folk.  click the ordering button to hear the sound samples.

JONATHAN ADAMS -  A very fine classical/finger style guitarist. Jonathan has studied with some of the best.

  -  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!

DAVID ALLISON - One of Scotland's most talented and innovative acoustic guitarists.

MURIEL ANDERSON    - winner of the 1989 National Finger picking Guitar Championship. She has been acclaimed as "the premier woman finger style guitarist of our day.

MICHAEL ANGELO - An intense, almost scary fast shred player. Michaels not just about speed though. The songs are well written and stand on their own.

    - This is a very original and experimental artist. Johnny combines elements of Flamenco, Fusion, Classical, Jazz, Indian Music, Blues and Bluegrass, Minimalism, Funk, Neo-Classical. If your a real music/guitar fan, you'll find Johnny's music a breathe of fresh air. With a style that's ever changing from song to song. This music could never get old. No matter how many listens....

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ROB BALDUCCI     a very hot rock guitarist

DAVE BATES/TOTAL GUITAR - A serious shredder who is working on his debut instrumental c.d. Stop by and listen to the sound samples for a taste of what's coming up. Also check out the lessons and reviews.

JENNIFER BATTEN

JEFF BECK

JASON BECKER - A really nice site devoted to one of guitars greatest players. His career was cut short by lou gherigs disease. But not before he got to grace us with his incredible playing (and compositions). HIS SOLO ALBUM IS A GOTTA HAVE!! Be sure to check the Marty Friedman/Jason Becker webring for more on Jason. click HERE

     -  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!

GEORGE BELLAS  -  an absolutely smoking neo-shredder. And an equally impressive rock style player. George takes classically influenced shred into the future. That's something this genre has needed...THE BEST NEO-CLASSICAL SHREDDER I've heard. (look at my list. I've listened to more than a few) He's working on his 3'rd instrumental release. Plus he was involved in several vocal projects that are also available.

IVAN BERTOLLA - Australian Composer/Guitarist/Producer with a totally original style and approach to metal. He describes his music as "Imagine Progressive Instrumental Music With Adventurous Electric Guitar, Orchestras , Aggressive Choirs , Opera singers , Church organs , Western And Eastern Chants with a focus on Thematic Compositions". I checked out the sound samples at his site. And I really liked everything I heard. Still very much rockin'. But with a genuine almost gothic sort of flavor. Like nothing I've ever heard before. I can't wait to hear more. A True Original!

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 -

RORY BLOCK - A very cool, & informative, well done site. An incredible acoustic country blues artist.

JON BJORK - 21 yr. old neo/classical shredder from Sweden. This guy is a great player with equally great songs. He is currently working on his instrumental release. Stop by and check his sound page for a taste of what's to come. Also check out the Mankind ( http://www.mankind.nu/ ) web site. It's a metal vocal band Jon plays for.

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

LIONA BOYD  -   THE FIRST LADY OF GUITAR... Impeccable classical guitar!

BOB BROZMAN  - Nationals Guitar Master. A master of blues, slide, hot jazz, Hawaiian and Caribbean and World guitar styles.

JIMMY BRUNO - A true jazz great. Destined to be a legend.

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CHRIS CAIN

ROYCE CAMPBELL  -  A real smooth jazz guitarists. I love this style jazz! Royce has played with many greats. From a tour with Marvin Gaye to a the touring guitarist in Henry Mancini's band. He playing with Henry 19 yrs. until Henry's death.

JOHN CAMPBELLJOHN   - this blues/rock slide player is no new comer with 20 years on the road. just check out some of his accolades  -1999 BEST CANADIAN BLUES SLIDE GUITARIST & 1999 BEST CANADIAN BLUES DEBUT RECORDING,  1999 EAST COAST MUSIC AWARDS BLUES/GOSPEL ARTIST OF THE YEAR,  1999 BLUES GUITARIST OF THE YEAR and SPOCAN SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR.

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!

LARRY CARLTON  - a great jazz player of legendary status. He just released his 20th album. And has seven Grammy nominations, two Grammys, a spot on Hollywood's Rockwalk, a NARAS Player Emeritus award (secured after winning Most Valuable Player three years in a row and being retired from eligibility) and countless gold and platinum albums. Great site too! Plenty of info and multimedia.

JOE CEFALU - This guy is a very versatile shredder. And his songs are varied in influence.

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.

DAVIS COEN - a Blues musician from Connecticut, USA. "His first CD 'Crying the Blues' is a collection of some great old songs, as well as some of his own. Sample all of the songs from both his releases "BLUES from the GET-GO & CRYIN' THE BLUES".

MARCEL COENEN - A very (emphasize very) hot rock/shredder. With smokin' well written memorable songs. Definitely a player you should check out!

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.

RUSTY COOLEY - An impressive shredder with an equally impressive bio.

ROBERT CRAY

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

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MICHAEL DAKSIEWICZ - A very talented metal guitarist. After hearing his music (he played all the instruments and I mean he played them. This isn't one of those lay down a track and thanks to the marvel of computers, voila you have a whole band recordings.), you'll want to buy his c.d. The fact that he's an incredible guitarist draws you in at first. And truly impressive compositions is what hooks you and makes you an instant fan.

RICK DERRINGER'S OFFICIAL WEBSITE

AL DIMEOLA

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DAN EGAN - A fantastic well rounded guitarist. With intense well written songs. Dan's acoustic songs are soothing and always soulful. Good for the mind, good for the soul. Dan's electric songs are absolutely red hot. And can he rip! Whether he's playing acoustic, new age, or shredding on some killer rock tune, Dan shines. (like a blinding light) This is one very talented musician!

RIK EMMET

CRAIG ERICKSON BLUES

MIKAEL ERIKSSON - an absolutely incredible shred guitarist that draws from many different influences (yngwie malmsteen, david gilmour, ritchie blackmore, rory gallagher) to create a very hot original sound and style. Not only is Mikael a very talented player, his songs are intricate and elaborately composed. Each a little different style from the other. The variety in styles from song to song keeps Mikael's music fresh even after repeated listens.

   - 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.

DAVID ESSIG -  canadian folk/blues legend. a truly great guitarist/singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist. david has a very spiritual,folksy,blues sound. a true talent.

AL ESTRADA - AL IS A SCREAAAMING ROCK/SHREDDER with a unique flavor, original style and sound.

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FRANCESCO FARERI - Francesco brings shred to a higher level. (much higher) With extreme intricate compositions and speeds that transcend most shredders.

KEVIN FERGUSON - An unbelievable classical based shred guitar virtuoso.

JON FINN HOME PAGE

LAURENT FLEURY - A talented shred guitarist from France. And being from france you can hear the different influences in his music.

ROBBEN FORD OFFICIAL SITE  (robben himself  has a hand in this page)

ADAM FOX - a great fusion/rock player (like vai meets mclaughlin)

  - AN INCREDIBLE SHRED BAND - An instrumental trio featuring guitarist extraordinaire Dr. Frankenshred. And the doctor has just what you need. An over the edge attack at speeds that are sometimes frightening (but be brave). Dr. Frankenshred is more than just a killer player. His songs are very well composed with an original sound that's all his own. With a perfect blend of rock and metal rhythms. In the shred kingdom there are so many wannabe's and imitators. It's refreshing to hear a shredder find his own thing. The band has put out two all instrumental c.d.'s. A re-release of their debut cassette now on c.d. & a new release titled "Evil Shred". And just because the band bears the good doctors name, don't think it's just a showcase for him. With fellow assailants World War Spencer on bass & Kelly Knight on drums there's plenty off bone shattering drums and bass. These 3 guys bring shred to an new height for the new millennium. I have both C.D.'s and I had to clear another space on my guitar hero's mantle for the Dr. Take my advice-sell your other c.d.'s to get money and buy their's...thanks to Dr. Frankenshred (you the man!)(no,really,you the man!)
 

GRIEGG FRASER   - an instrumental rock guitarist.

MARTY FRIEDMAN/JASON BECKER WEBRING

  ROBERT FRIPP-ELEPHANT TALK  - Not his official page, but a plethora of info on both Mr. Fripp and King Crimson.

MICHAEL FULLER   - a hot blues/rock guitarist/songwriter. He is also President of Fulltone Custom Effects makers of effects pedals for Robin Trower, Eric Johnson, Joe Satriani, etc. He's also a vintage guitar & amp freak. So this c.d. has some of the most exquisite guitar tones you'll hear anywhere.

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RORY GALLAGHER

ADRIAN GALYSH  -  "HEAVY"  Rock guitarist

FRANK GAMBALE - INCREDIBLE JAZZ/ROCK/FUSION GUITARIST

RICKY GARCIA - Oh Yea, a hot heavy rock shredder who steps just outside the typical rock guitar format, in the same vein as Steve Vai. Blending different influences effortlessly in a style that's Ricky's own. This is what original shred rock guitar is all about!

JEFF GARNER - A very talented player, that I really like. This guy play's from the melodic neo/classical to the most intense over the edge shred.

BRETT GARSED - An absolutely smokin', ripping guitarist with a very jazz like style all his own

     - 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.

PAUL GILBERT

JEFF GOLUB   -  A smoking guitarist with a kinetic blend of blues, soul, rock, and jazz has made him one of contemporary jazz/blues' hottest artists.

ANTHONY GOMES   Buddy Guy's Legends best unsigned blues band champ 1998 / a very funky blues guitarist/vocalist !

BRODERICK GRAY - A heavy metal/neo-classical shredder. Great songs that have a good mix of both influences. Broderick has 2 c.d.'s available. One is instrumental & one is with a vocalist. Both Rock!

PETER GREEN - An awesome site for any fan of peter green. Blues guitarist extraordinaire and one of the founding members of Fleetwood Mac.(before they changed members and went pop) This site has a fountain of info on the man, the myth, the legend.

TODD GRUBBS This is a very cool & elaborate site for an incredible player. You can check out his entire c.d. in real audio. After hearing it, you'll want to but it! This guy is one of the best non/neo shredders that I've come across in a long time.

   - 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.

BUDDY GUY

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COREY HARRIS    - An original sounding back to basics blues artist..Corey's songs and playing have an authentic roots feel. check out his sound samples. you'll think you're listening to one of the old blues masters.

MICHAEL HARRIS - A truly amazing progressive/metal/fusion player. With tasteful, intricate compositions. And a close eye on melody. Michael's music both soothes and stimulates. In a style I call beautifully/aggressive. Sometimes laying down some of the meanest guitar you've heard. But doing it with finese and beauty. I became an instant fan!

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

CHRIS HATTINGH - A really hot and talented player. The new album is a tongue-in-cheek spoof on 10 of the greatest guitar legends of the last century, and promises to turn some heads in the guitar world! Check out the sounds from the shred head c.d. This guy's great!

MICHAEL HEDGES

  -  A masterful guitarist with an impressive, huuuge vocabulary that keeps it fresh and always interesting. With an original style that's modern blues with a classic blues/rock attitude. And better chops than Jackie Chan.

SCOTT HENDERSON - The truely inimitable jazz/blues great. Who has been sideman to the incredible Chic Corea, Jean Luc Ponty, to name a few.

  .........just one question -  ARE YOU EXPERIENCED?

JIMI HENDRIX MEMORIAL PROJECT

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

HESS - A very impressive trio that features 2 great guitarists. A steaming shredder Tom Hess ( who also carries the bass & keys duties ) & hot shredder accomplice Mike Walsh. Intense shredding with calming beauty! (Something up until now only Yngwie had mastered.) This isn't simply a shred fest however. The songs are also a strong point with Hess. With nicely written songs & musical styles that vary. This c.d. can be listened to over and over again without getting old and stale.

ALAN HOLDSWORTH UNOFFICIAL SITE

MATHIAS HOLM - A great Swedish neoclassical guitarist(you didn't think yngwie was the only one?) Mathias plays all the guitar,bass,keyboard,and drum programming. While this guitarist is from Sweden, and classically influenced like Yngwie. He sounds nothing like him. His playing and compositions are totally original.

GARY HOEY OFFICIAL WEBSITE

GREG HOWE

SCOTT HUGHES - a very cool sounding jazzish avant gard guitarist. not for the average shred head or jazz purist. this is great stuff.

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  - A masterful Belgian fingerstyle player. With 10 CD's and world recognition as one of the finest. Gilbert is one guitarist you can't afford not to check out! He has recorded both solo guitar works and with a band. He incorporates classical, and freestyle jazz (among other influences) to create a sound and style unique unto himself. His music is spiritual and calming, to stimulating. The vibe on the songs I've had the pleasure to experience, transend anything of this earth. A true original. Simply put, "This Is Pure Genius".

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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 !

JOBOJ This is actually the Joe Bochar site. He's going by this name now.

ROB JOHNSON

THE ROBERT JOHNSON NOTE BOOKS - this is also a great robert johnson page. this is a different and interesting site that focus's on the great lyrics rather than the music of the dynamic robert johnson.

ERIC JOHNSON

JRZ SYSTEM - a killer instrumental trio playing a unique blend of fusion,funk and rock.

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PHIL KEAGGY   -  An amazing guitarist that's equally at home on both acoustic and electric guitar. With a career that spans 30 years, Phil is one of the masters.

MIKE KENEALLY

RICH KERN - a very fine diverse player and original composer! the songs range from acoustic to in your face record setting shred. great songs from a great player.

B.B. KING

JEFF KOLLMAN

TOM KOPYTO  -  incredible shredder with a style all his own. This guys influences are diverse (read the bio). And you hear it in the music....And it sounds great! Killer Songs/Killer Chops... check this guy out!

LEO KOTTKE  - THE UNOFFICIAL SITE.  A really great site for the legend.  Includes everything from vital info to sounds and video.

RICHIE KOTZEN

VITALIJ KUPRIJ - This guy is an incredible pianist. The reason he is on this page is because the guitarist on his first release is the great Greg Howe. And the great George Bellas graces the second release. Not to take away from his own ability, Vitalij is great. Put him with these two great guitarists and it's a major event!

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SHAWN LANE - A Phenomenal site for the truly awesome (unbelievable) killer guitarist. An impressive audio page. It not only offers songs off his c.d.'s but rare demos & live recordings.

JONNY LANG

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)

ADRIAN LEGG -   Acoustic Guitarist el supremo'...Voted Guitarist Of The Decade by Guitarist magazine. Guitar Players readers poll winner for Best Acoustic Finger Style Guitarist 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996. I saw Adrian open on the first G3 tour in Boston,Ma.... He Was Just Astounding Man!

     - 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!!!!

  - A seasoned player of "Beautifully Aggressive Melodic Metal," with none of the cliche phrases that make most classical influenced (or neo-classical ) players sound the same. With a writing and playing style that's her own, she takes classically influenced metal in a new and fresh direction.

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....

  - A daring Jazz/New Age guitarist who has not only his own voice, but his own language. This guy's the real thing...A True Original!

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)

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TONY MACALPINE - A molten hot guitarist that has made a few style changes over time. From neo/classical to rock. And now he's mastered a avante garde jazz fusion style . This man is unbelievable.

MAJESTIC - An impressive Swedish five-piece progressive neo-classical vocal band. The band is based around phenom keyboardist Richard Andersson. So there's plenty of smokin' keys to go with the guitar. I really like this band. Be sure to check them out!

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

BOBBY MANRIQUEZ - A fantastic blues guitarist who's no new comer to the rock world. He's has recorded a solo blues C.D. that is smokin' and soulful.

BOB MARGOLIN   - A great Chicago style blues guitarist/vocalist.  From 1973-1980 Bob played guitar for the legendary Muddy Waters.

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

ALEX MASI - Italian guitarist Alex Masi should be no stranger to fans of instrumental guitar albums. After several rock albums Alex is back with a true masterpiece. "In The Name Of Bach", a compilation of keyboard and/or violin pieces written by J.S.Bach that Alex transcribed and performed on various solo guitars. Bach would be pleased!! go here for sound samples. (click on the listen to music link..duh!)

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.

DAN MCKINNON - A phenomenal guitarist from Canada. Dan is a monster shredder. With a very original sound and style that incorporates many different styles and influences. I almost called him avante' garde. But he does play within a format. It's just his own. I was in awe the first time I heard his music.

BORISLAV MITIC - a young Serbian shred guitarist who offers hard rock blended with classical and cultural musical influences ranging from Chopin, Mozart, Beethoven and Paganini to Indian, Celtic, Middle Eastern and Balkan.

IAN MOORE  OFFICIAL WEBSITE

VINNIE MOORE - A fantastically hot guitarist with recordings featuring both rock and neo/classical styles. Both of which he does superbly.

STEVE MORSE

   - A great rock/shred instrumental guitarist from germany. I really like this guys stuff. Memorable tunes with killer grooves and hooks. All this with sort of a avante' garde/jazz influence.

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PAUL NELSON - A Shred/rock guitarist you should definitely check out. With truely great compositions and masterful chops, this guy f*ckin' rocks!

   - A great (HOT!) guitarist with a very original style. Including rock opera, soul, jazz, avant garde, and spoken word. Besides being a really talented player his songs are interesting and fun to listen to. (check the influences above)

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MARC PATTISON - Holy Sh*t! Now this is a shred/rock guitarist! With memorable smokin' tunes that go from rock to intense metal. And as for chops! This guys has faster chops than Bruce Lee. >Any fan or rock guitar music should stop by this site<

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

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  - Clearly a dynamic player/composer. An articulate groove oriented Jazz player with a very smooth technique. A hard rocker of the intense breed. And solos with assassin like precision.

J.T.  RED  - A great blues player. Hell! a great guitar player period. Who's songs and style cover many blues stylings. JT sounds like a true veteran of each style he plays. There's even a beautiful latin acoustic song. The thing I noticed most when I first heard JT's music. Was the emotion and conviction, with which he plays. But, yea he can smoke too! With a band tighter than a tupperware seal. And the sultry vocals of Tammy Stuckey. This is some "red" hot music.

PRESTON REED  - an unbelievable acoustic guitarist with a unique style and technique. Who has been called "phenomenal" by Al DiMeola and "inspiring" by the late Michael Hedges.

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

RICK RENSTROM - A very talented neo/classical shredder. check out this quote : Axe wielder Rick Renstrom is back and better sounding than ever with his new solo release "Future Intense" -- seven tracks of "Knock 'Em Dead-Neoclassical-Napalm" that smokes like a friggin' oil field on FIRE!! The Campbell Bros.(Hardradio.com)

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*

ROCK'S INSTRUMENTAL GUITAR PAGE - This guy Rock (Brent Rockwood) is an incredible talent! This is one extremely talented shredder with tight intricate composures. He doesn't have anything to promote(sell). However he does have a bunch of MP3 format samples to check out. I downloaded all of'em. A bunch of samples and a few complete songs, and he's always adding new songs. I'M SURE YOU'LL DIG HIS MUSIC!! If you feel you need to have some of Rocks music e-mail him (maybe you could work something out). I would love to have some of this guys music.. without a c.d. Rock is a true undiscovered talent.

DON ROSS  -  the only two time winner of the prestigious National Finger picking Championship. A very fine acoustic and dobro guitarist.

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

TERESA RUSSELL - An unbelievable blues/rock guitarist/vocalist. Teresa has a rich bluesy voice, but it's her guitar playing that got her on my site. And she maybe the best female blues guitarist I've heard. Actually she's one of the best, male or female. The first time I checked her out I couldn't stop listening.

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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

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)

GERMAN SCHAUSS - An absolutely explosive shred guitarist that draws from several different influences. Giving him a sound and style unique unto himself. If you're a fan of over the top shred ( ala: STUMP, MALMSTEEN, PETRUCCI ). Then German is a guitarist you have to check out.

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

KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD BAND OFFICIAL SITE

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

TIM SPARKS - A beautifully original acoustic guitarist. And an extremely clever arranger. A master of virtually every guitar style.

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!!

JASON STEWART - Jason is an unbelievable shredder with a real sense of humor. But he's about more than just playing fast. check out this quote- "This guy is technically gifted, a brilliant and seasoned songwriter, an unbelievable guitar shredder (liquid speed), and an impressive composer and arranger."

STRUNZ AND FARAH  This Acoustic Duo Is The Talk Of The Guitar World....Total Guitar Magazine calls Strunz & Farah The planets most staggering guitar duo. Guitarist Magazine refers to Strunz and Farah as the Devastating guitar duo on the cover of a recent issue. Guitar Player says Strunz & Farah have distinguished themselves as two of the planets most gifted acoustic guitarists. Dirty Linen adds They are powerful, fiery performers, specializing in blazing speed and driving energy.    (I got the live c.d. as a gift and was astounded & amazed...thanks Jess Man!)

DAVE STRYKER  -    a smooth sounding jazz guitarist. He also loves the blues and you can hear it in his music.(he did a blues album) Dave has 12 c.d.'s with his own band, and has appeared on over 20 releases as a sideman.

If you like shredding, and who doesn't,  Joe re-wrote the book!!!This guys the MASTER. I'd stake your life on it....

SULTAN OF STRING - A instrumental shredder with roots in Asian/Oriental Metal. Great songs with a ton of emotion (soul). And a tone to die for.

TERY SYREK - in your face, no time to breathe, extreme shredder.

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DENIS TAAFFE - a great player with strong compositions.

BARRETT TAGLIARINO     a smokin' rock/fusion/jazz player

MICK TAYLOR

SUSAN TEDESCHI BAND

RON THAL - A shredder with a unique sound and style. ..a real innovator.

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

MATT THORPE  -  a great blues(with an edge) guitarist. Matt plays blues with a touch of rock/jazz. Matt plays all instruments too.

ROBIN TROWER

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STEVE VAI  - One of the rock/shred masters known worldwide.

EDDIE VANHALEN - BROWN SOUND

STEVIE RAY VAUGHN - PRIDE AND JOY (ARCHIVE)

DEL VEZEAU  - Acoustic guitarist extraordinaire. Very (very) few artists today really make me sit back and say wow! But Del Vezeau did just that. Maybe it was Del's absolute virtuosity of the instrument. Maybe it was the deep rooted soul and emotion of the music. Maybe it's the roller coaster ride of influences. Constantly changing and twisting and winding. I would have to put Del Vezeau up with the masters. The songs are calming and stimulating at the same time. Two words:"Unique & Beautiful".

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!

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JOEL WANASEK - An over the top metal/neoclassical shred demon. Joel released his first all instrumental CD at the age of 17 as part of the group Crystal Reign. He's releasing a CD with the metal band Dark Shift. And is working on his 1st solo release. Check out Joel's mp3.com site to hear a couple of songs from his upcoming solo CD.

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

MONSTER MIKE WELCH  - A smokin' guitarists/vocalist who was practically a legend at 16.  And man, he's only got better.

CHRIS WHITLEY  - an extremely talented guitarist/singer/songwriter. chris' music goes from roots blues to acoustic folk/blues. you must hear him do the johnny winter song "Dallas". A jam packed site, with everything but the kitchen sink. great site!

   - Unleashed Fury! shred at light speed (intense)

JOHNNY WINTER

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.

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CORBY YATES - A fiery hot texas style blues player. And a great vocalist too!

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?").

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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!)

  - A very hot neoclassical prog/metal shredder from Greece. With unbelievable chops and extremely well written compositions, Theodore is more than just a a neoclassical shredder. He's a master. With memorable songs that can be both tenderly beautiful & intensely aggressive at the same time. Check his sounds page. You'll be an instant fan!