1. Jimi Hendrix: American guitarist, songwriter, and singer, considered by many to be the greatest electric guitar player in history. Known for his innovative playing techniques, psychedelic music, and songs like "Purple Haze" and "Voodoo Child".
2. Jimmy Page: English musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known as the guitarist and founder of the rock band Led Zeppelin. His guitar work on songs like "Stairway to Heaven" and "Kashmir" is highly influential.
3. Eric Clapton: English rock and blues guitarist, songwriter, and singer, often referred to as "Slowhand". His career spans several decades and he has played with various bands, including Cream, Derek and the Dominos, and as a solo artist. Known for his soulful and melodic guitar playing.
4. B.B. King: American blues singer and guitarist, considered one of the greatest blues musicians of all time. Known for his distinctive vibrato and soulful vocals, as well as his hit songs like "The Thrill Is Gone" and "Every Day I Have the Blues".
5. Carlos Santana: American guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader, known for his fusion of rock, Latin, jazz, and blues music. His band, Santana, achieved significant success with songs like "Smooth" and "Oye como va".
6. Chuck Berry: American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, pioneer of rock and roll music. His guitar playing and songwriting skills influenced numerous musicians, and songs like "Johnny B. Goode" and "Maybellene" are considered rock and roll classics.
7. Eddie Van Halen: Dutch-American guitarist, songwriter, and producer, known for his virtuoso guitar playing and innovative techniques, particularly his use of tapping. He was the lead guitarist of the American rock band Van Halen.
8. Ritchie Blackmore: English guitarist and songwriter, known for his work with the hard rock band Deep Purple and the folk rock band Rainbow. His guitar playing is characterized by his fast and intricate solos.
9. David Gilmour: English guitarist, singer, and songwriter, best known as a member of the progressive rock band Pink Floyd. His guitar work on albums like "The Dark Side of the Moon" and "Wish You Were Here" is highly regarded.
10. George Harrison: English guitarist, songwriter, and singer, best known as the lead guitarist of the Beatles. His guitar playing was often melodic and understated, but contributed significantly to the Beatles' sound.