Ranked: Best Guitarists of All-Time

Stevie Ray Vaughan

Stevie Ray Vaughan, despite coming to fame during the height of MTV, played with a blues guitar sound that fused jazz and rockabilly to create a tone unheard of before. His playing is so unique that he has gone to inspire a variety of players today, ranging from Pearl Jam to John Mayer.

Playing with complete passion, Stevie Ray Vaughan gives a sound and show that is overwhelming. “Lovestruck Baby” and “Look at Little Sister” somehow beautifully blend swing with rock, leaving an unforgettable tone.