So... When I was learning to play trumpet, my idols were Lious Armstrong and Al Hirt. I used to try to play like them. I never really could, but I think somewhere around high school the desire to truly excel got drowned out the white noise of emotions of that period of my life. But while it lasted, I was really defined by those two and I think it's important for any musician to find musicians that they admire.
My problem now is that I'm not really versed in the who's who of Guitarists. I don't know who to emulate. So I enlisted the help of some knowledgeable friends and have been introducing myself to guitarists to find out who I like. The process has just started, but here's the list of artists who I am currently exploring. Let me know who else you think I should listen to, keeping in mind my intention to play electric guitar. =D
Jimi Hendrix
Robin Trower
B.B. King
Eric Clapton
I've listened to the first 3. About to start Clapton. Hendrix was simply amazing. I like some of Trower's work as well. B.B. King I haven't digested yet. Any recommendations?
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