5. Jeff Beck
Born on June 24, 1944, in Surrey, England, Jeff Beck had a brief but impactful tenure with the successful Jeff Beck Group before transitioning between various bands. Renowned for hits like “A Day in the Life,” “I Ain’t Superstitious,” and “Heart Full of Soul,” Beck remains a rock icon, defying age as he continues to tour vigorously past the age of 70.
5. Jeff Beck
4. Keith Richards
Keith Richards, born in Kent, England on Dec. 18, 1943, stands as an enigmatic figure. Notably, he holds the dual roles of lead and rhythm guitarist in the band, seamlessly transitioning between them within the same song. Nils Lofgren from the E. Street Band attributes Richards’ distinctive style to his guitar tuning technique. Similar to Van Halen, attempting to replicate his music yields a different result. Richards is most celebrated for his hits like “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Gimme Shelter,” and “Paint it Black.”
4. Keith Richards
