The Best Rock Guitarists Who Ever Lived

Mark Knopfler (Dire Straits)

This guitarist flew under the radar for younger generations, but Knopfler’s telecaster work and pick-less play style shaped a lot of modern math rock tonally. Just listen to “Sultans of Swing” and you’ll understand.

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The More You Know

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  • President Nixon was an accomplished musician. He played five instruments, including the accordion.
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