9. Prince
Prince Nelson, also known as The Artist Formerly Known as Prince due to his name change to the iconic logo, always marched to the beat of his own drum. Legend has it that he penned his inaugural song, “Funk Machine,” at the tender age of seven in 1965. While some music enthusiasts detect hints of Hendrix in his compositions, Prince refutes the claim, stating, “If they truly immersed themselves in my music, they’d discern a stronger Santana influence rather than Jimi Hendrix.” Irrespective of his influences, classics like “Purple Rain,” “Kiss,” and “When Doves Cry” are timeless masterpieces that will endure eternally.
9. Prince
8. Carlos Santana
Carlos Santana, aside from Hendrix, stands out as arguably the quintessential guitarist of the Summer of Love. Despite Prince acknowledging Santana as a greater influence due to his “prettier” playing, Santana’s legacy shines through his iconic solos in tracks like “Black Magic Woman,” “Oye Como Va,” and “Soul Sacrifice.” Santana credited LSD for helping him discover his musical voice, emphasizing, “You cannot take LSD and not find your voice.”
8. Carlos Santana
