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Buddy Guy
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George "Buddy" Guy (born July 30, 1936) is an American blues guitarist and singer. Known as an inspiration to Jimi Hendrix, Angus Young, Eric Clapton, Ace Frehley, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and many other guitarists, Guy is considered an important exponent of Chicago blues. He is the father of female rapper Shawnna and also has a son, Michael, known as hip-hop/rap producer IceDrake. He is the older brother of late blues guitarist Phil Guy.
Guy is known for his showmanship, playing his guitar with drumsticks, or strolling into the audience while playing solos. He was ranked thirtieth in Rolling Stone (Rolling Stone (magazine)) magazines list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time (Rolling Stones 100 greatest guitarists of all time)".
Background: solo_singer
Birth Name: George Guy
Date of birth: 1936-07-30
Birth Location:
Origin: Lettsworth, Louisiana, U.S. (United States)
Instrument: Guitar, vocals (Singing)
Genre: Chicago blues, electric blues
Occupation: Musician, songwriter
Years Active: 1953-present
Website: www.buddyguy.net/
Notable Instruments: Fender Buddy Guy Signature Stratocaster (Fender Stratocaster)