Stars and Guitars - the guitars that made 200 rock gods famous (Hardcover)

The perfect 'dad rock' gift With a foreword by Queen's Brian May Stars and Guitars combines the best facets of a Who's Who of rock guitarists with a What's What of rock guitars. Featuring more than 200 of the world's greatest and best-known guitarists, it details their instrument of choice, the classic albums and singles the guitar was played on, plus any custom elements that were unique to the model. The book features all of the world's most popular guitars, including the finest creations of Messrs Fender, Gibson and Les Paul. The history of the guitar and the star's relationship with his precious axe are explained, as well as some of the most famous riffs and licks that it produced. Featuring the guitars of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Mark Knopfler, Paul McCartney, Carlos Santana, Brian May, Slash, Jeff Beck, Pete Townshend, Tommy Bolin, Ritchie Blackmore, Bob Dylan, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Ray Vaughan and many more.