45. Johnny Ramone
Johnny Ramone, born John William Cummings, left an indelible mark on punk rock with his unique playing style and his trusty Mosrite guitar. Henry Rollins once remarked, “Johnny was the first guitarist I ever saw who played with such raw intensity. I thought, ‘Wow, that’s cool.'” Johnny’s powerful yet lively riffs may not have been overly complex, but they were groundbreaking for their time – and they still resonate today. Songs like “Blitzkrieg Bop,” “Judy Is a Punk,” and “Rockaway Beach” stand as enduring testaments to his influence.
45. Johnny Ramone
44. Jerry Garcia
Grateful Dead fans, known as Deadheads, will passionately convey that the band transcends mere music. They represent a cultural movement that has left a lasting impact from the early 1960s, through the Summer of Love in 1969, and well into the 1990s. At the heart of this extraordinary group was Jerome John Garcia, affectionately known as “Jerry” among Deadheads. His distinctive fusion playing style, drawing from a mix of influences spanning Spanish guitar, bluegrass, jazz, and good old Rock’n’Roll, was not only unparalleled but also intricate, captivating, and profoundly beautiful.
44. Jerry Garcia
