Scotty Moore, Legendary Guitarist For Elivis, Passes Away

[vienna]

Scotty Moore, legendary guitarist, a major influence on rock and pop guitarists, has passed away at the age of 84. Although he was more known to the public as the lead guitarist in Elvis' various backing bands, his reach and importance far transcended his work with Elvis. There are famous guitarists, from the earliest days in the 50s to today who cite Scotty as one of the touchstones of rock guitar:

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Arguably, Scotty was as influential as Chuck Berry to guitarists at the beginnings of rock. Thanks, Scotty, for all the music and all those licks I stole off your recordings. Rest in peace...



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