LemonMelon
More 5G Than Man
I know a "what's your favorite guitarist" thread would go nowhere, so I'll give you a top 5 to work with. Remember, this is your "favorites" not who you think is the "best", so don't be afraid to decide subjectively. 
Here's my list.
5. Graham Coxon
Guitarist of Blur, and captain of his own solo career at this point, he is my favorite guitarist of the 90's, a period when guitar heroes were a rarity. He isn't the smoothest guitarist, or the cleanest, but no guitarist in that entire decade had quite his versatility. He also wrote brilliant songs, and he could sing too. Rock on, Graham.
4. Joe Perry
Riffs were all the rage back in the day, but there were few that could come up with as many brilliant riffs as this man. I wouldn't say he is one of the more talented guitarists of his day, but no doubt one of the more competent, and he was also the ultimate riff machine. Still is...when the band lets him be, that is. Great slide player too.
3. David Gilmour
Probably possessed the greatest guitar tone of any guitarist, ever. It was immediately recognizable, soaring, and sounded sublime. He wrote great songs, had a great voice, and played the solo on Comfortably Numb. That should be enough. He was a genius.
2. The Edge
Redefined what the "guitar hero" was for the 1980's. His guitar style is immediately recognizable and glorious. 100% unique, 100% awesome, he's still the man, and he's still on fire.
1. Jimmy Page
He basically created the riff. He wielded dwarf minions, mystical powers, and, ultimately, the greatest guitar skills known to man. If his resume isn't enough to put him on this list, just think; according to the Onion, he's about to save rock.
First he creates the riff, now he's about to save our asses. I would think that qualifies him as the ultimate guitar hero, wouldn't you?
K, your turn.
Here's my list.
5. Graham Coxon
Guitarist of Blur, and captain of his own solo career at this point, he is my favorite guitarist of the 90's, a period when guitar heroes were a rarity. He isn't the smoothest guitarist, or the cleanest, but no guitarist in that entire decade had quite his versatility. He also wrote brilliant songs, and he could sing too. Rock on, Graham.
4. Joe Perry
Riffs were all the rage back in the day, but there were few that could come up with as many brilliant riffs as this man. I wouldn't say he is one of the more talented guitarists of his day, but no doubt one of the more competent, and he was also the ultimate riff machine. Still is...when the band lets him be, that is. Great slide player too.
3. David Gilmour
Probably possessed the greatest guitar tone of any guitarist, ever. It was immediately recognizable, soaring, and sounded sublime. He wrote great songs, had a great voice, and played the solo on Comfortably Numb. That should be enough. He was a genius.
2. The Edge
Redefined what the "guitar hero" was for the 1980's. His guitar style is immediately recognizable and glorious. 100% unique, 100% awesome, he's still the man, and he's still on fire.
1. Jimmy Page
He basically created the riff. He wielded dwarf minions, mystical powers, and, ultimately, the greatest guitar skills known to man. If his resume isn't enough to put him on this list, just think; according to the Onion, he's about to save rock.
First he creates the riff, now he's about to save our asses. I would think that qualifies him as the ultimate guitar hero, wouldn't you? K, your turn.
) But I'm still "discovering" him... So he's not a favourite yet...
