With so many top ten lists out there with the same old names on them, we wanted to focus on the new generation of players. They come from a broad range of styles and backgrounds. They are all “11”s and are listed in no particular order. We know there are many phenomenal guitarists that could make any list, this just happens to be ours.
As the digital age progresses and DIY culture continues to grow, the guitar virtuoso has become an endangered species. Gone are the times when you had to be a musician to release a record. Nowadays, anyone with a laptop and some time on his hands can write, record, and release an album.
Of course, this raises one important question: where are today’s great guitarists?
In case you didn’t have a chance to see Steve Vai’s big online lesson or if you weren’t like me and didn’t record it, but don’t want to rely on your memory – out of the kindness of my heart I’ve decided to give you a summary of what was discussed. You can also watch
