Ranked: Best Guitarists of All-Time

Duane Allman

While he isn’t the best guitar player in the world, he’s certainly on Mount Rushmore of guitarists. Duane Allman played the guitar in a way that it almost replicated the human voice. He used vision and precision to create a sound that slides over a melody, very much reminiscent of a gospel choir. His legacy stretches so far that his style of guitar playing can even be found in church rooms today.

“Layla” is one of the most beautiful examples of his precise playing. The precision in this song shows the melodious talent of Duane Allman. “Statesboro Blues” and “Blue Sky” demonstrate these qualities too.