Ranked: Best Guitarists of All-Time

Bo Diddly

Bo Diddley is practically the father of riffs. Musicians from Buddy Holiday to The Smiths take hold of its deadly sound. Some loved Buddy for his super powerful riffs, while others like the pure simplicity of the sound. Though the playing itself was simple, his outrageous sound and style made the playing one of a kind.

“Mona” is his most powerful piece. It incorporates a West African groove and hypnotic sound. The song went on to be a leading inspiration for other popular musicians.