Who is the Next Great Blues Guitarist?

After watching Derek Trucks live I believe its him.

What do you think?

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Permalink Reply by Flathead on May 21, 2009 at 1:02pm

This is an interesting Discussion, but the topic is "Who is the NEXT Great Blues Guitarist". With a few exceptions everyone is talking about those who are already the great blues guitarist.
Jake Haldenwang, Sarah Cole, Conrad Oberg-these are some of next generation "NEXT" great blues guitarists-keep your eyes on these teens, they are already great guitar players and getting better all the time.

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Permalink Reply by T.J. Stewart on May 21, 2009 at 5:55pm

So noted. Thanx !! :)

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Permalink Reply by Jim Moody on May 28, 2009 at 7:33pm

Tyler Bryant, Davey Knowles, are making waves not tradional blues guitarists but blues rooted. Tyler is the better guitarist but Davey has the voice too.

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Permalink Reply by scottcable on May 23, 2009 at 2:09am

I know I am biased but Lurrie Bell is in line to be the next "recognized " blues guitar giant.

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Permalink Reply by Mr.Bluesman & The Hammond Groove on May 28, 2009 at 7:24pm

Joe Bonanmassa

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Permalink Reply by Harry Kerr on July 3, 2009 at 9:31am

Guy's you should be listening too Joe Bonamassa. His playing and live performances is something else.

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Permalink Reply by Jackie on July 3, 2009 at 5:46pm

For me, it's a matter of the mood at the moment. It could be any number of artists too numerous to list... If the artist plays with a passion that shares their heart and soul with the audience, that's what it's all about for me. Check out Innes Sibun, he plays with a passion that is worthy of much praise.

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Permalink Reply by Brogan Wayfarer on July 4, 2009 at 1:25am

I would have to say, that without ANY doubt, the next Great guitarist, in ANY genre, is Joe Bonamassa.

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Permalink Reply by PEDRO WYANT on July 4, 2009 at 4:32pm

Ive only seen Derek Trucks once, on a video, and he was playing with full rock distorcion, playing thousands of meaningless notes in a way that was so frantic that I had to turn it off. Elvin Bishop said he's the greatest slide player EVER. I think Im missing something here.

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Permalink Reply by David Reo on July 5, 2009 at 6:21pm

This guy is good.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dtlc2iiVjw

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Permalink Reply by Linda on July 30, 2009 at 5:56pm

There is an up and coming talent from MN by the name of Brandon Scott Sellner. He is representing our state in the 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Here is a video link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iecj9p2Eh8c
You can search on You Tube to find more videos. He is, I believe, well on his way to becoming the next great blues guitarist. It is truly hard to put into words what it's like to see him performing live. In July alone, I've watched him open for Robert Cray, Los Lonely Boys, and The ARC Angels. Brandon is insanely talented-I'm one of his hard-core fans and love to spread the word! I'm confident you'll be hearing more about him in a big way.