10 Underrated Guitar Players You Didn't Know Were This Good | Part 3

[@damonsdeliberatedetour492]

Rik Emmett, Rory Gallagher and Frank Marino those guys played a roll at one point or another in my guitar playing.

[@joehansonguitar]

Same here. For years I was into Vai, Satch, Yngwie type stuff and got away from the great music that got me into playing in the first place. I still love the great shred type stuff but find myself going back to my roots.

[@stevebird9510]

I once dated a Tatoo'd Lady.....lol Great tune 👍🏻

[@mikehowell7380]

I heard Rory Gallagher a a party a hundred years ago & I watched a video in the NOW...HE' S BEEN PLAYING a long time but still can't sing... sorry

[@reuvenbalgley7984]

@@mikehowell7380 the videos is Not underrated vocalist! Its guitarist, and he was awesome on every song he did

[@roccomancini5875]

Frank Marino... the guitarist guitarist... brilliant Rock, Blues , Jazz, plays everything.

[@RH-xs8gz]

Roy Clark was another underrated guitarist in the country/bluegrass/jazz genre.

[@kishbrowning4531]

He was a beast but is similar to Jerry Reed. Mostly known as a down home comedic country boy from hew haw just as Jerry was a redneck truck driver from the south (Smokey and the Bandit). Both unassuming and not flashy but when you dig deeper you'll find that they were 2 of the most talented players to ever pick up the instrument.

[@timhilliard0521]

Roy Clark was a fantastic player. He could play any just about any style.

[@raymo6795]

Roy is only underrated by those that have not heard him.He is well respected in the country music genre, others might be Glenn Campbell or Chet Atkins...I am not a country music fan, but there is a whole other world of awesome players

[@raymo6795]

...didn't know Glen would be on the list....love the Ovation ollowbody

[@joehansonguitar]

@raymo6795 I never knew Ovation made one of those. If you look at the 12th fret you can see his initials

[@johnalbasini6790]

Nice to see some love for Neil Geraldo. Way underrated in my opinion.

[@joehansonguitar]

I agree. Such a phenomenal player

[@mikexxx11]

His tone was always killer to me.

[@JackSparrow-yb3lq]

He really made those Pat Benatar songs.

[@gib59er56]

Spyder is a killer!!!

[@brianchampion3337]

The sound of his guitar was the best for me out of everyone on this list.

[@jimmymcclain6757]

Finally someone who appreciates Elliot thank you for recognizing him

[@joehansonguitar]

Total genius!!

[@goneflying140]

I mentioned Elliot in the comments in the last video in this series. Maybe he saw my comment? His solo in "I know tonight" is my favorite. The tremelo work inbthat solo is amazing. His rhythm work is awesome too!!

[@joehansonguitar]

@goneflying140 yeah man!!! I read every comment and try to respond as quickly as possible. Easton is an amazing player! I forgot how much I love his work

[@DreamPartnersMedia]

Another great video in the series! Uli Jon Roth is so good and almost no one knows about him these days.

[@joehansonguitar]

Yep, and the guy still has it going on!

[@paulgrimmett7756]

Thank you so much for including Rory, Uli, Criss, Frank, Glen,and Rik. How about Ronnie Montrose, Marty Friedman, Jason,Becker, Alvin Lee, Lita Ford, Michael Schenker, and Steve Morse.

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome!! I'm getting to each of them little by little. Keep checking in each week for the next episode!

[@paulgrimmett7756]

I almost lost it when you mentioned Criss Olivas. That guy was so special !!! I said out loud, finally someone besides me. Keep up the great work.

[@joehansonguitar]

🙏🤘🏻🎸🔥

[@Moment-14]

Brian Greenway April Wine... along w/ Myles ..I.. Harvey Mandel ...canned heat

[@jeremyhelm2833]

Bro... Steve Morse as "underrated" ??? 🤣🤣🤣 He is universally worshiped by musicians and journalist alike. I think he and Steve Howe are tied for the most "Guitarist of the year" awards (3) from Guitar Player Magazine.

[@richardtaylor8595]

Love this. Saw Mahogany Rush at Chippawa Park in Ohio in the 70s.Rory Gallager is my all-time favorite musicians ever. Back when Clapton was God Rory was out selling his shows in the U.K. if there was a guitarist I would want to be it would be Rory.

[@joehansonguitar]

Wow!! I bet that show was amazing.

[@agskytter8977]

Without Rory, no Brian May or U2

[@gregbeale9716]

Great series of videos Joe, I like the way you incorporated players like Elliot Easton, who most people overlook, and the inclusion of Glen Campbell and Brad Paisley made for a much more varied list than I have seen before. I would love to see you do a clip on acoustic guitarists.

[@joehansonguitar]

Absolutely and thank you 🙏. A few specialized videos are on the drawing board for the future!

[@kennywilkus1632]

Thank you Sir!!! Criss is my all time favorite! I also love that you gave a shout to Richie Kotzen! Appreciate the shout out! Keep up the great content!!

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome bro! I was hoping you caught your shoutout!!

[@JohnGunn-o6l]

Just for fun try Monkees petter tork bango solo live

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

Criss Oliva was THE SHIT. And Savatage absolutely kills.

[@ctfan1486]

​@@what_the.chuck_is.happening Criss almost went to Megadeath. His brother Jon told the story that Savatage was done and he had an audition for Black Sabbath and Criss was either audition for or joining Megadeath. Then Paul O'Neil intervened and they created Hall of the Mountain King.

[@foadrightnow5725]

Roy Clark definitely needs to be included here!

[@joehansonguitar]

I agree, Roy is going to be in next weeks video!

[@thetimmns]

Thank you for including Glen Rory was amazing Always been a Pat Travers fan. Triump was so under rated

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks!! Triumph was so awesome

[@phlegmbeck9224]

Another great video! Thanks for including Elliot and Glen.

[@joehansonguitar]

Much appreciated !!!

[@mr.e8432]

Glad to see Richie Kotzen here he’s probably my favorite guitarist of all time but another guy no one ever talks about is Michael Gurley of the band Dada. All anyone ever knows about them is the one hit Dizz Knee Land but his playing on all their albums is solid. Great song writer, catchy riffs. He has unique phrasing. Totally underrated guitarist.

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome, I’ll check it out!

[@joem6859]

Mike G is the $hit...

[@kishbrowning4531]

I appreciate the fact that you include all genres of music. Very good list. The fingerstyle country guys don't get enough love such as Doyle Dykes and Tommy Emmanuel.

[@joehansonguitar]

Tommy and Doyle are coming soon. One of my guitar students is family friends with Doyle!

[@raevyn001]

Great to see Kotzen and Oliva this time!

[@joehansonguitar]

🎸🔥🤘🏻

[@FloridaManMatty]

Jerry. REED. The Snowman was astounding.

[@joehansonguitar]

One of the masters!!!

[@GeorgiaBoy1961]

The big three for country finger-pickers to dive into deep are Merle Travis, Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed. Sure, there are many others, but learn how those three operated, and you are a long way towards being a real finger-picking guitar man! Or "CGP" as Chet said: "Certified Guitar Player".... he had a dry wit, that guy.

[@ArcangelofRock]

You may have mentioned him in an earlier video,but Dave Meniketti of Y&T,is great! Tone for days/Great blues riffs/Can shred with that fat body Les Paul + an outstanding vocalist👌🤘.

[@joehansonguitar]

He’s in an upcoming video! 🎸🤘🏻🔥

[@nickyanulis1852]

I'm a drummer and Michael Schenker has always been one of my favorite guitarist to listen to. His solos were so melodic and didn't have all the crazy riffs but he didn't need to do that because his solos were just so straight forward in the songs!

[@joehansonguitar]

Don't need a bunch of shredder stuff with 10K notes when you can play just the perfect note choices that have more of an impact!

[@yeti1002]

Glen Campbell, the original shredder .😮 Great list 😅

[@joehansonguitar]

Total bada$$! Thanksfor the comment!

[@todd8155]

Yeah Glen Campbell, wow!

[@GeorgiaBoy1961]

Glen Campbell was the real deal, oh yeah, and then some. He was asked to join the Beachboys and turned them down. He was a key member of the famous session group "The Wrecking Crew" based out of LA in the 1960s who played behind everyone from the latest top-ten hit makers to Frank Sinatra. And he carved out his own great career as a songwriter, singer and bandleader, too. Great all-round entertainer.... so great that some folks needed reminding of just how heavy of a guitar cat he was! If there's one thing I wish about Glen C., it is that I wish he'd stepped out even more on his axe - because that guy could absolutely wail. I don't know if he was worried about losing his radio airplay or what, but he could have played even more guitar than he did.

[@kennethblass9541]

Spot on! I’ve had the pleasure of seeing some of these guys over the years. Great list!

[@joehansonguitar]

Thank you so much!

[@reuvenbalgley7984]

Thanks for Rory. Don’t forget the others I mentioned. U should add Foghat , and mountain too

[@joehansonguitar]

Absolutely 👍🏻

[@rogrotunno6113]

I just came across this video. Rik, PT, Rory, Uli, and my all-time favorite, Frank Marino. I need to check out the previous parts of this series as gotta believe Ronnie Montrose, Robin Trower and Buck Dharma gotta be on there somewhere. Good stuff and in my world some of the best players ever! .....and I DID subscribe!

[@joehansonguitar]

Trower and Montrose are in upcoming episodes

[@river4837]

Joe , great list and equally amazing footage. You definitely know guitar.

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks! I’m just trying to keep legacies alive 🎸🔥🤘🏻

[@dennydabbs9272]

Great list. Chhimed in too soon on RK only to see you had some more of the greatest.

[@joehansonguitar]

Nice! Thanks!

[@jcsolomon6470]

Hey,Thanks 4 Posting,for those that dont Know!But I Knew,about a lot of the Players featured!Allways,Great 2 Share!Take care,With,Never 2 Much Information!About Passionate Players!

[@joehansonguitar]

🎸🔥🤘🏻

[@JackSparrow-yb3lq]

I was really happy to see Pat Travers on here. I loved his album Heat in the Street.

[@joehansonguitar]

So good!!!

[@cloudbudget]

Thanks for putting Neil Geraldo in there! What a tasty player he is!! Btw do you hear Bark at the Moon in that first Rory G solo?

[@joehansonguitar]

Epic!!!

[@regev1970]

Again, our taste aligns. Good on you to mention Uli Jon Roth' and Glenn Campbell. The last 5 on the list are some of my favorites. I heard Campbell for the first time a couple of months ago at the "young" age of 53.

[@joehansonguitar]

Nice! Glad I’m finding people who have similar interests!!

[@retirednavy8720]

Saw Frank Marino about 1979 in Denver. It was quite a show. The man was very, very good.

[@joehansonguitar]

That’s killer! 🎸🔥

[@DenkendeMystik-ll8oi]

Michael Romeo! Has to be on that list. One of the best players ever. Great compositions. Perfect arrangements. And a jawdropping technique.

[@joehansonguitar]

I’ll add him to the list!

[@Price924]

Does anyone remember a story about Rory Gallagher where he was said to have changed a string mid song without missing a beat? I feel like I read something about that a few years ago and can't find it again. Rory was the best!!! He said he could write a radio hit all day long, he just didn't want to! He always just did his thing, even turned down playing with the Rolling Stones. So many good Rory stories. Favorite album is "Irish Tour '74" Such a gem! Great vid once again, thanks!

[@Fukna69]

I don’t remember that but I wouldn’t doubt it, Rory was a phenomenal player and entainer, he could make a tennis shoe sound good 👍 🤟

[@Fukna69]

@@FURDOG1961 I’ve busted a couple of g strings but I was drunk and she didn’t know I was trying them on 😂🫵🤟

[@joehansonguitar]

I haven't heard that story but like a couple other viewers commented it wouldn't surprise me. Thanks for the compliment and appreciate your support!

[@mikehowell7380]

Wouldn't doubt it.... I'd have to see it I watch U Tube, tic Tok etc. Amazing players everywhere.... I'm still stuck on G C D...

[@Fukna69]

@@mikehowell7380 haha, yeah me too,I’m going to name my band a and e, all I know 👍🤟😂

[@dominicgibson9529]

Great list (still awaiting Ty and Brian 😂)...learning how to play those to Cars solos taught me just how BRILLIANT Elliott Easton is. Nice to see the inclusion of Glen Campbell, and as for Rory at #1...

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks man! I'm getting to Ty and Brian. Easton's stuff is harder to play than you think it would be isn't it? Total genius of a player.

[@dominicgibson9529]

@@joehansonguitar indeed it is. “Just What I Needed” in particular is a real finger twister…he really is unique.

[@chrismeyer9701]

I've seen my fait share of great guitarists, but one of my faves putting on a great show was the 80's Billie Idol guitarist Stevie Stevens. There's so many more out there!

[@joehansonguitar]

Steve is phenomenal!!

[@paulgrimmett7756]

Some more guitar players, I'm sorry. Tom Scholz, Chet Atkins, Kerry Livgren, and Buckethead. I know someone mentioned Roy Clark too. Awesome awesome player. My dad played with some of his family around the Baltimore/Washington D.C area back in the day long ago. Again thank you for starting this, so cool !!!

[@joehansonguitar]

Thank you for your comments! Glad to see people giving suggestions and compliments!

[@Fauquierob]

Fantastic list(s) Joe!!! A couple of names for future lists: 1. Dave Meniketti (Y &T) 2. Lindsey Buckingham 3. Ronnie Montrose Thanks

[@joehansonguitar]

Thank you 🙏. I’ve got those cats on my list for upcoming episodes!

[@laudanum669]

As I'm a life long Savatage fan, thanks for including Criss Oliva. Also Elliot Easton, I was lucky enough to see both Criss and Elliot a few times. Also, you really opened my eyes on how great a guitarist Glen Campbell was.

[@joehansonguitar]

Excellent!!! 🎸🔥

[@BarelyBoomer]

Loved em all. Thanks for turning me on to a couple of new artists! 😊 But for virtuousity and writing artistry it seems like Bill Nelson from BeBopDeluxe should be included in such a list. P S. Frank told me he loved playing shows with Travers.

[@joehansonguitar]

Yeah man! Nelson is in another video from this series 🎸✌🏻

[@michaelpennington9327]

I love Rik Emmett. He was my first guitar god in my early teens. But I would’ve picked a clip from his Rock and Roll Machine guitar solo instead of Fight The Good Fight. Another great player and one of my all time favorites is Dave Meniketti from Y&T. Not only is he a great metal player, he also nails the blues. In fact, he released a blues album while Y&T was on hiatus for a few years.

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks for the suggestion bro! Rik is definitely one of the greats. Dave from Y&T is on my list I think for next weeks video. Any particular solo of his you’d like to see featured?

[@michaelpennington9327]

@@joehansonguitar Open Fire or Forever are both great solos

[@philsmith2444]

I would have picked his flamenco “El Duende Agonizante” (The Tortured Soul) section of “The City.”

[@aspenessis]

Great video ! There were a few here I never heard before. Do you think Rick Derringer deserves a mention ?

[@joehansonguitar]

He definitely deserves a mention and is already on my list!

[@Nothing-zw3yd]

Years ago I heard a quote by someone that said Eliot Easton has never played a wrong note in his life. I'm inclined to believe that.

[@joehansonguitar]

I completely believe that! EVERY NOTE he played was THE perfect note!

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

Much like Gilmore. Those guys can do no wrong

[@JeromeDukes]

Great list and my favorite of the 3 episodes. I've always wondered what it would be like to play an Uli Jon Roth Sky guitar, that would be so cool. Lenny Breau and Colin James would be nice to see make the cut. Another fantastic player that has been growing in popularity in recent years is Phil X. I remember him years back in the local bar scene (Toronto area )and he could really put on a show. Great guitar chops and the boy can sing.

[@joehansonguitar]

Thank you! I'm really enjoying all the input I'm getting from all the viewers as it's easy for me to forget about so many players over the years. I'm am really digging Phil X also, the guy is a monster

[@jeanpat8946]

This video is fantastic and all those guys are killers !!!

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@russellsmith9034]

I enjoy your content bro. More please. I always enjoy having these type of discussions amongst friends. On that note have you considered Christopher Cross?

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks man, I really appreciate your comments! Most people have encouraging comments such as you and I love all the input everyone has given me on this topic. Occasionally I’ll get the hyper critical person but overall it’s awesome engaging with everyone who has a passion for music. Cross should already be on my list for a future episode!

[@magnusjarl9575]

Frank Marino,Pat Travers,Dave Meniketti,Brian Robertson,Rick Derringer,Ronnie Montrose,Mark Reale

[@joehansonguitar]

The best of the best!

[@danuilfrance8685]

I think you could not have nailed this better, every guitarist in your list or so phenomenon I can’t even name one of them to separate them dirty self phenomenal thank you very much and I sure they appreciate it too⚡️🤘⚡️

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks! 🎸✌🏻

[@J.R_Guitar]

Mr. Kotzen is in a league of its own 🤟 and he also changed to fingerstyle picking over the time, and that is amazing!

[@joehansonguitar]

It’s crazy to think about that radical of a change. I mean, I’d have a hard time making a switch like that

[@J.R_Guitar]

@@joehansonguitar for sure, after playing with a pick for 20+ years, it would be a really challenging 😅

[@williambader1425]

Uli, Emmet and Marino I've seen live. Love your videos keep it going.

[@williambader1425]

Since Triumph was my 1st concert 1981 Santa Monica civic I'll say Emmet . Uli is my all time favorite though.

[@joehansonguitar]

Really appreciate it!!!

[@aschule5684]

This is a great series, another great list. All mentions. I remember someone asked Roy Clark once how it felt to be the best guitar player, he replied, "idk you'll have to ask Glen Campbell" although Roy is right there with him. Jerry Reed was phenomenal also but, thanks for doing these. It's nice to see all these guys getting some love Rik, Frank, Elliott, Rory, Pat and everyone else 👍

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome! Thanks for the wonderful comments!

[@43captrexkramer]

You did it, the last video I commented on Frank Marino and you were all over it, the album Juggernaut is absurdly great. Also seeing Uli Roth 5 years ago checked off a bucket list item, he was just awesome.

[@joehansonguitar]

Heck yeah man!! Thanks for checking back in with me and the videos!

[@tomgrych]

So, caught Elliot Easton filling in for Waddy Wachtel with the Immediate Family, last Saturday night. Talk about a stage full of talent...and Elliot fit right in.

[@joehansonguitar]

That’s so awesome!!!

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

Both of those dudes are awesome

[@thebarbecutioner6977]

I love this show and the way you do it. So honest and refreshing.

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks brother!!!

[@anthonydavella8350]

Great stuff Joe, thanks

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks!! 🤘🏻🎸🤘🏻

[@marksmith842]

Thoroughly enjoying your videos Alvin Lee opened for Sabbath and blew the doors of them,how's about the classically trained who died twice Paul Kossoff , totally agree with Pat Travers his album Black Pearl doesn't have a bad song on it , keep up the good work! Respect

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks man, I’m putting Alvin in next weeks video right now. And yeah, Black Pearl is an awesome album!

[@leftyjcw7173]

Superb presentation my friend.

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@jameshowell6361]

My first concert (age of 13, 1979) was AC/DC with the PatTravers Band as the opening act. AC/DC was awesome as expected but i was so blown away by P.T. that over the next few months I bought everything he had released up to that point. I agree with everyone on this list and none of them are underrated by me. All if them are in my current collection and none of them get ignored.

[@joehansonguitar]

That’s so cool. Honestly I’m trying to make sure that some younger people hear and see these people. Just trying to keep legacies alive. 🤘🏻

[@brioncommon5701]

Spot on with Rory. But the one time I saw him, he was touring with " Feelin' Alright" Dave Mason. An unsung hero. What a jam session that was at the Music Hall in Boston

[@joehansonguitar]

I bet that was killer!

[@zoeyshoots]

Rory was Rolling Stones top 10, # 1 guitarist in the early 70s.. don’t forget about Roy Clark.. great content my fellow Floridian!!🇺🇸👍

[@joehansonguitar]

Nice!!! Florida rules!!

[@3to5andglassy]

Love your videos, bro!

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome! Thank you 🙏🎸🤘🏻🔥

[@sheldoninst]

Interesting list.. There are less known guitarists in the rock fusion world that can play truly complex patterns and more developed phrasing, yet have groove and musical ideas, who were extremely influential with every single shredder out there.. here are some that would be interesting for you to consider: -Steve Morse (Dixie Dregs) -Al Di Meola -John McLaughlin -Allan Holdsworth -Allen Hinds -Brent Mason (mostly country but solo album has some jazz and rock). -Alex Makhachek -Mike Stern -Scott Henderson -Carl Verheyen -Greg Howe -Frank Gambale -Bill Connors -Jimmy Herring Notable mentions: -Eric Johnson -Guthrie Govan -Mike Landau -Larry Carlton -John Scofield

[@sona3486]

Guthrie Govan as a “notable mention”?!?!? 😂😂😂 Dude… just wowwwwwww

[@sheldoninst]

@@sona3486 Goven is amazing, but not quite in the league of virtuosos from the main list, for which if you actually listened to them, it’s obvious there’s distance.

[@joehansonguitar]

I’ve got most of these cats on my list for future videos! Did a video a while back with Holdsworth and Govan but have many more to go!! 🎸🔥

[@reemclaughlin4260]

Greg Howe with Darwin ‘In This Zoo’ is amazing. ☮️🍀

[@paulcooper534]

Thanks for all three lists! I would humbly add Bill Nelson (Be Bop Delux ) Shawn Lane, Ollie Halsall, Steve Hackett, Elliot Randall, Mike Bloomfield...this list goes on and on.

[@joehansonguitar]

Yeah!! Those guys are on my list for future episodes!

[@philsmith2444]

I’ve seen 2 of your videos and one guy I haven’t seen yet is Buck Dharma. That first Pat Travers solo reminded me of the beginning of Iron Maiden’s “Moonchild.” What I like even more than Elliott’s solo in “My Best Friend’s Girl” is his use of the riff from The Beatles’ “I Will.”

[@joehansonguitar]

Check out video 2 from this series!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoqmY6l6hJZ4sJYsi=ew5z0zYrl9yqOz4q

[@philsmith2444]

@@joehansonguitar I hadn’t seen that one LOL

[@joehansonguitar]

All good! There’s more to come!

[@tomfabozzi5353]

Great to see Rory get his recognition. Here’s a few out of the box- Bill Nelson (Be Bop Deluxe), Richard Thompson, and how about Paco De Lucía (guitarists know him, but the public doesn’t)

[@henryashley9945]

Bill Nelson, cool player. ✌️😁👍

[@joehansonguitar]

I agree about Bill, Richard and Paco. I'm little by little going to cover them in upcoming videos.

[@raymo6795]

great list Brother

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks bro!!!🎸🔥🤘🏻

[@bingetyrant]

Loved the third installment, anyone remember Zal Cleminson from The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, or Kim Mitchell from a canadian 70's prog band Max Webster?

[@joehansonguitar]

I don’t as I might be too young (50) but I’m looking them up now. Thanks for recommending!!

[@bingetyrant]

Hey@@joehansonguitar (57) brother, I played in a band for years with this bassist, he had called my 300 plus album collection a "good starting point" everyone needs that collector in there life. I would be talking something up and he would do the thing"Oh have you ever heard of these guys " Love that about musicians..

[@jonathansteadman7935]

You can tell by his playing Rory Gallagher is Irish, it's that Thin Lizzy ting.

[@joehansonguitar]

Oh yeah! Unmistakable! ✌🏻

[@aldoangeloni4221]

Joe Pass, George Benson. Thank you for including Glen Campbell.

[@joehansonguitar]

There’s so many jazz and bebop guys I’ve yet to cover. I’m thinking about a dedicated series just for them

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

George!!! Hell to the yeah

[@jefflebowski3784]

Another great vid!!

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome, thanks!!!

[@josearalat]

I like this list a lot. I can fake my way through Eddie or Randy but can't pull off Elliot or Neil.

[@joehansonguitar]

TRUTH!

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

😂 I totally get that, dude.

[@henrydupuis5648]

Best series on KZbin yo yeehaw!

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks man!!!

[@henrydupuis5648]

@@joehansonguitar your welcome my broski yeehaw yo!Learned so many new guitarists because of you yeehaw yo!

[@dougshingler8383]

Have you thought about maybe adding Andy Taylor formerly of Duran Duran…his solo work, rod stewart and Robert Palmer albums and not to mention the power station should cement his place on these lists.

[@joehansonguitar]

Definitely! I have always dug his material with everyone he played with

[@kmackiss]

Terry Kath , Tommy Bolin , Toy Caldwell , Adrian Vandenberg , Charlie Daniels

[@joehansonguitar]

Heck yeah!!!

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

I still love ALL of the Vandenberg albums. So good

[@russellw7785]

Glen Campbell was a master. Roy Clark was above and beyond most people tho. But an underrated in rock and not often thought about was Joe Perry from Aerosmith

[@joehansonguitar]

Joe is phenomenal! So is Brad!! Campbell and Clark were monsters!!! 🎸🔥 Clark is in next weeks video

[@mwales2112]

Uli Jon Roth, Rik Emmett, Frank Marino and Pat Travers from my teen years in the 70s....

[@joehansonguitar]

Fantastic players!

[@davewendt6181]

Roger Hodgson from Supertramp as well.

[@joehansonguitar]

Yeah man!!

[@G-Man5272]

This hit the spot!

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome!!

[@henryashley9945]

Enjoy your videos. Rock on ✌️😁👍

[@joehansonguitar]

Thank you!!

[@robmontagano8117]

What about Dave Meniketti of Y&T

[@joehansonguitar]

He’s on my list for an upcoming video!!

[@nickytaylor4123]

I often hear people say Rory was unsung and underappreciated, but to put things in perspective; he sold over 30 million albums. Loads of musicians would love to be that underrated I'm sure. For me he's up there with Beck and Hendrix, pure lightning in a bottle.

[@joehansonguitar]

I agree. I just find that not as many younger players realize or have even really heard how amazing he was!

[@dobedo11]

Also, you'd be hard pressed to find a finer picker than Danny Gatton was. I had the honor of seeing him perform in DC on many occasions. I'll never forget all the cassette recorders on everyone's tables , recording his shows. He was perfectly fine with it. Guest musicians would pop in from far as New York just to sit in with him. Just amazing and one of Roy Buchanan's equals ( if not a tad better?) Debatable lol

[@joehansonguitar]

I agree, Danny was a monster!!

[@jaylongwell7375]

You hit on one of the two "Rick's" on my list of underrated players: Emmett and Derringer. Listen to Edgar Winter's Roadwork. Derringer's playing is a clinic on great rock, funk, R&B and blues playing. What I really like about both these guys is that they're great guitar players, singers, performers and songwriters.

[@joehansonguitar]

Yeah man! Phenomenal stuff!!

[@OscarLambeaDoncel]

Dickie Betts. Because everibody talks about Duane Allmann.

[@joehansonguitar]

Betts was the shredder!!!

[@donaldfredericksen1853]

Amazing list and some of these guys are truly the founding fathers of the guitar gods

[@joehansonguitar]

Definitely!

[@MatthewSmith-fy5hk]

Maybe its just because Santana and Journey are such rock staples that Neal Schon just sort of gets lost in the wash, but his tone, technique and taste is vastly underrated to me.

[@joehansonguitar]

I agree and I should feature him in an upcoming episode!

[@MatthewSmith-fy5hk]

@@joehansonguitar Nice to know I'm not alone. Great videos, by the way.

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks!! I’ve learned how to play enough of his material to know how awesome it is! 🎸🔥

[@MatthewSmith-fy5hk]

@@joehansonguitar His playing on HSAS's version of Whtiter Shade Of Pale is something I imagined being on that song before they ever recorded it. I'm glad he got to it before I did because he is a way better guitar player than me. One of my other dreams is recording some Mountain songs that don't sound terrible from a sonic angle. I can hear how good Leslie West should sound. Sort of like the sound quality difference between Hendrix and SRV on Voodoo Chile.

[@raserx63]

Some from the “new wave” era that weren’t shredders but very unique Johnny Marr-The Smiths John McGeoch-Magazine/Souxie and the banshees/PIL Andy Gill-Gang of Four Glen Tilbrook -Squeeze Adrian Belew -King Crimson Roddy Frame-Aztec Camera Bill Nelson - BeBop Deluxe

[@joehansonguitar]

I’ve got these cats on my list! 🎸

[@dukeford]

Frank Marino is one of the two best guitarists I've ever seen live. The other is Uncle Ted.

[@joehansonguitar]

Oh yeah!!! 🎸🔥🔥🔥

[@reemclaughlin4260]

You have SO earned this head bangers sub from Philly! Richie is at my birthday 3/11. ☮️♥️

[@joehansonguitar]

AWESOME!!!

[@emanuelemazzoni782]

Richie kotzen. A giant among giants🤯

[@joehansonguitar]

Crazy talented!

[@RogueA.I.]

His later style reminds me of Jeff Beck. He’s amazing.

[@dobedo11]

Jimmy Herring- Aquarium Rescue Unit. So underatted!

[@joehansonguitar]

I’m on it!

[@danuilfrance8685]

Sorry I missed that. Thanks for hitting me up. Pat thrall with Pat Travers. Good days also thanks for the reply.

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome! I try to respond to everyone!

[@BDUBZ49]

Glen is playing an Ovation. A lot of younger folk don't know Ovation used to make electric guitars.

[@joehansonguitar]

Yep, not very well known to some

[@BDUBZ49]

@@joehansonguitar Ovation supplied all the guitars and basses for The Partridge Family. You can see David Cassidy playing one of those wicked looking Breadwinners! Keep that in your useless information file. 🤣

[@joehansonguitar]

@bossfan49 so cool!

[@thebarbecutioner6977]

Breadwinner, preacher and deacon. And especially their acoustic electric guitars.

[@zenn3339]

Like I said before Frank Marino is my God for guitar playing. And way back in the day I'm talking way back because I'm old I got to see Savatage and God damn that fucker was tearing it up I saw him at Ryan's Corner in downtown St Paul Minnesota. Michael Schenker Robin Trower Ronnie Montrose Ritchie Blackmore

[@joehansonguitar]

Marino is definitely a top shelf player. Olivia was as well RIP. Hell, I'm from Florida and never got to see Savatage. Schenker, Trower Montrose, and Blackmore will be in future videos! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@russelltodd2833]

Criss Oliva is dearly missed. (His name is spelled wrong in the description, btw)

[@joehansonguitar]

🤦🏻‍♂️thanks I’ll edit it!

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

I absolutely loved Criss Oliva. Just a fantastic player

[@shawnscott4724]

A couple of personal opinions… 1- Elliot Easton’s second solo on “You’re All I’ve Got Tonight” is one of the greatest ever recorded, and 2- had Chris Oliva not tragically died, he would have been up there with George Lynch as one of those players who not many people outside of the genre knew of but all the other musicians in the building would stop and watch when he played. And a bit of trivia… Pat Travers was in a supergroup in the late 1990’s with Derek St Holmes, Jeff Carlisi, Benjamin Orr (RIP Ben… you’re missed) and Liberty DeVito called Big People and Pat was the utility guy… keyboards? Check. Ripping guitar solo? Check. Great backing vocals? Check. I wish they had accomplished more before Ben sadly passed.

[@joehansonguitar]

Bro! Excellent intel you’ve given! I was just telling one of my students that Easton played the perfect notes and rhythms in every solo. I also agree about Oliva. Being a Floridian, I had the opportunity to see Savatage in the early 90’s and chose to hook up with a girl that night instead 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@shawnscott4724]

I’m a transplant living in the Tampa area, so I dig the homecoming TSO gets when they come to town. My two favorites are George Lynch and Elliot Easton, so it made me smile when I heard George say the best piece of guitar advice he ever got was from Elliot. And speaking of Pat Travers, he’s playing on the Monsters of Rock Cruise that I’m going on next week. Awesome!

[@joehansonguitar]

I want to do one of those cruises!

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

I miss Criss and Ben. Both were so awesome

[@rayfabris2512]

this is cool exposed me to different guitar players I've heard of but didn't check out 😎

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome!!!

[@mf5202]

Good call on Glen Campbell. As I now play a lot of bluegrass, I've gotten an appreciation of what a genius he was. Disagree on Neil Giraldo (meh) not so great. Of course, Elliot Easton. And yes, Frankie Marino and Rory are BEASTS!!! Great list bro!

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks for your comment!

[@dennydabbs9272]

Kotzen is such a badass all around

[@joehansonguitar]

Totally!!!

[@hipgnotist777]

Unfortunately, most of these are only available to hear in recordings and memories. Marino, a fantastic player, is retired. Kotzen and Easton still play live, and Giraldo is touring with Benatar right now. Catch them while you still can! I've regretted missing Rory Gallagher for, lo these many years, now. Oh--had to edit because I missed Roth; he's still out there. Good luck finding a live show if you live in the US.

[@joehansonguitar]

I hear you. Hopefully I can catch Winery Dogs in my neck of the woods soon. Sad about Marino’s health issues.

[@jimihendrix991]

...is it a surprise that Giraldo is touring with Pat Benatar? (see quote below) ''Neil Thomas Giraldo (born December 29, 1955) is an American musician, record producer, arranger, and songwriter best known as the musical partner of Pat Benatar since 1979 - and spouse since 1982.''

[@what_the.chuck_is.happening]

I'm still pissed that Criss Olivia was taken from us. Thank you for recognizing him. Savatage had soooo many cool songs with great hooks and incredible riffs. Streets, Hall of the Mountain King, Gutter Ballet.... Some of the best shit ever recorded. EVER!

[@joehansonguitar]

Very sad and maddening.

[@NormanHennessy]

Kim Mitchell... Guitarist for Max Webster, a prog rock band from Canada often described as "baby Rush" and of course all of his solo stuff. Killer songwriter and singer all while ripping it up on guitar. The clean riff in Go For A Soda is amazing!

[@joehansonguitar]

Awesome!!

[@fg3901]

Jen Turner's work on 'Tigerlilly'

[@joehansonguitar]

Thanks!