The Best Rock Guitarists Who Ever Lived

Jerry Garcia (The Grateful Dead)

Jerry played in a world of his own, both literally and figuratively. The Grateful Dead experimented with theory and mathematics to enhance their improvisational skills. The Dead, especially Garcia, were huge risk takers. They disregarded pre-established theories and broke the traditional convention of music, all while remaining meaningful and catchy.

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