List of rhythm guitarists

The following is a list of significant rhythm guitarists, arranged in ascending alphabetical order of last name. Rhythm guitarists perform a combination of two functions: they provide all or part of the rhythmic pulse in conjunction with other rhythm section instruments (bass and drums); and they provide all or part of the harmony, i.e. the chords.

For a list of lead guitarists see List of lead guitarists. Only add names here if the person has his own article on Wikipedia, please. Anything else will be removed.

Chuck Berry is an influential rhythm guitarist
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Contents 

A

B

C

D

Bob Dylan

E

F

G

Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters

H

James Hetfield of Metallica

I

J

Joan Jett

K

Kerry King, Slayer

L

Courtney Love of Hole.

M

Brian May of Queen

N

O

P

R

Johnny Ramone of The Ramones

S

Paul Stanley of Kiss

T

Pete Townshend of The Who

V

W

Roger Waters of Pink Floyd

Y

Z

References

  1. ↑ Peterson, Jonathon (2002). "Tuning in thirds: A new approach to playing leads to a new kind of guitar". American Lutherie: The Quarterly Journal of the Guild of American Luthiers. 8222 South Park Avenue, Tacoma WA 98408: USA.: The Guild of American Luthiers. Number 72 (Winter): 36–43. ISSN 1041-7176.
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