Ranked: Best Guitarists of All-Time
George Harrison
Just about everyone has heard of The Beatles, making Harrison famous for more than just his playing. George Harrison, deeply inspired by rockabilly players like Chet Atkins, somehow combined strong personality with perfect pitch. His playing almost sounded like a voice, allowing his playing to have a beautiful vibrato and precision.
”I Saw Her Standing There” and “Something” beautifully demonstrate his precision and personality, creating a sound that the world had not seen before. At the same time, they show his deep influence by rockabilly.
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