These Guitarists Show Why They Are Experts With Their Instruments

Published on 03/11/2021
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Zakk Wylde

Zakk Wylde started his musical career as a member and lead guitarist of the small band Stone Henge. He eventually auditioned for and was hired as Ozzy Osbourne’s lead guitarist, a role he held for a long time. He’s also a member of the Black Label Society heavy metal band, where he sings lead. Wylde is well-known due to his undeniable stage presence. When Ozzy was on stage, he used to say that getting the audience to look at him was difficult because everyone was too focused on Wylde.

Zakk Wylde

Zakk Wylde

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Frank Zappa

Frank Zappa, who died of lung cancer in 1993, was a practitioner of nonconforming free-form improvisation. Zappa was a prolific musician, releasing more than 60 albums with his band, Mothers of Invention, and as a solo artist. Zappa is a self-taught guitarist who is regarded as one of the most influential guitarists of the modern century. In his later years, Zappa led orchestras and recorded jazz and classical music albums.

Frank Zappa

Frank Zappa

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