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Essential Albums For Guitarists
Passion and WarfarePassion and Warfare by Steve Vai
Buy new: £4.97 / Used from: £2.70
One of Vai's finest acheivments. A collection of well written songs with a mixture of styles make this a must for any aspiring guitarist.
Spoken&UnspokenSpoken&Unspoken by Andy Timmons
Buy used from: £27.95
Andy Timmons is probably one of the finest guitarists out there if you want a superb blend of melody and technical prowess.
Flying in a Blue DreamFlying in a Blue Dream by Joe Satriani
Buy new: £5.48 / Used from: £5.89
One of Satriani's finest creations. Some real rockers on this one and some finely executed fret work from the master of melody!
Paul the Young Dude: The Best of Paul GilbertPaul the Young Dude: The Best of Paul Gilbert by Paul Gilbert
Buy new: £37.49 / Used from: £46.84
A great introduction to Paul Gilbert's solo work. He manages to mix great pop songs with scary guitar perfectly, great fun.
Blues AliveBlues Alive by Gary Moore
Buy new: £3.98 / Used from: £2.00
Gary Moore really is a legend, he may not be the most technical, but for sheer 'feel' it doesn't get much better than this.
G3 Live in ConcertG3 Live in Concert by Joe Satriani
Buy new: £4.98 / Used from: £1.90
A nice collection of tunes from 3 of the best guitarists around. A good introduction to Eric Johnson's stuff aswell.
The Yngwie Malmsteen CollectionThe Yngwie Malmsteen Collection by Yngwie Malmsteen
Buy new: £3.98 / Used from: £2.60
If you wanna play like a swedish shred god then this is a good place to start looking for licks to rip!
Electric JoyElectric Joy by Richie Kotzen
Buy used from: £13.58
One of Richie Kotzen's early releases, some stunning playing on here and some nice catchy melodies.
Technical DifficultiesTechnical Difficulties by Racer X
Buy used from: £14.98
Another entry for the Paul Gilbert fans, a truly terrifying guitar trip!
Flamenco A Go-GoFlamenco A Go-Go by Steve Stevens
Buy used from: £5.70
A beautiful flamenco/electronica album from a legend of guitar. Comes with a free video on the disc too! Some fantastic song writing and production here.
Let There Be RockLet There Be Rock by AC/DC
Buy new: £7.98 / Used from: £6.00
Not quite the same as the rest here but a fantastic album for learning how to play guitar in a BAND!
More Bass PleaseMore Bass Please by Tony Muschamp & The JJ Band & Frank Gambale
Buy new: £16.49
Some stunning fusion-esque playing from a jazz/fusion master Frank Gambale. Some nice licks to be learnt on this one.
Michael Lee FirkinsMichael Lee Firkins by Michael Lee Firkins
Buy used from: £35.95
a Rather under-rated player here, but a true master of the instrument. A little bit country, a little bit rock, a little bit funky, a little bit metal. Not bad at all
PulsePulse by Pink Floyd
Buy new: £16.98 / Used from: £5.57
David Gilmour is a great guitarist for melody and feel, and a great tone aswell. Some epic tunes on this one and stellar musicianship.
Guitar's Practicing Musicians, Vol. 2Guitar's Practicing Musicians, Vol. 2 by Various Artists
ery hard to come by this one, but a fine collection of fretboard geniuses and a nice range of styles too.
The Guitars That Rule the WorldThe Guitars That Rule the World by Various Artists
Buy used from: £3.99
Similar kinda thing to the last entry, but more varied styles and technique, some stunning paying all the same. Check it out