Five guitarists who think Eric Clapton is overrated: “Just a nostalgia act at this point”
Controversial opinions.
Ritchie Blackmore
“Our heroes”: Ritchie Blackmore names Deep Purple’s biggest influence
Deep Purple’s biggest inspiration.
Jimmy Page names the best solo-playing guitarist: “I cannot touch him”
One of his most eminent peers.
Johnny Winter: The only guitarist Ritchie Blackmore said came close to Jimi Hendrix
An underrated figure.
Ritchie Blackmore’s favourite Jimi Hendrix riffs: “He certainly set the world on fire”
Some great guitar work.
The guitarist who always impressed Ritchie Blackmore: “All because of him”
“I loved the fat sound he got.”
