I have very wide ranging musical tastes — from classical to heavy metal. Over the years, there have been many guitarists that have influenced my playing, some to the point that I wanted to know their secrets and be able to play their greatest songs. I spend countless hours in my studio playing just because I love the instrument.

Everybody’s list is different, but here’s mine:

Zakk Wylde Randy Rhodes Eric Clapton Stevie Ray Vaughan Dave Mustaine Andres Segovia Robert Johnson Angus Young Jimmy Page Eddie Van Halen Tony Iomi Tony Rombola Slash Jim Croce