Neil Young is one of those musicians who didn’t become ordinary. But with his musical abilities and his instrumental and lyrical creativity, he went very far. Being considered one of the greatest exponents in his position.
And it could not be in an opposite way, because over time, it was consolidated, adding thousands and thousands of fans around the world.
Today he is considered one of the best guitarists, performing impressively in the acoustic modality. Accompanying his six-string instrument with other sounds that became very characteristic.
Not long ago, the renowned musician took the opportunity to talk about his field, delving into who would be the best in his position for him. Whom he even wanted to recognize as someone better than Jimi Hendrix himself.
The best acoustic guitarist according to Neil Young
Obviously when it comes to comparing artists, Things always become difficult due to the subjectivity that exists in each style.
This is how only specialized criticism, It usually reaches consensus to determine who would be better than another. Which is often measured in capabilities or simply in popularity and sales.
However, for someone professional like Neil Youngit wasn’t that difficult to stick with just one guitar capo. Who for him surpasses anyone who has belonged to the acoustic world of music.
This was as confirmed by Indie Hoy, no one more and no one less than Bert Jansch, the famous Scotsman who was responsible for inspiring many successful people in the industry.
And for Neil Young, This European had it all when it came to his instrument, creating meaningful melodies.
“No matter how good a guitarist Jimi was, [Hendrix], Bert Jansch is the same with acoustic guitar… and my favorite.” He’s my favorite anyway. At one point, I was absolutely obsessed with Bert. When I heard his debut LP for the first time, I couldn’t believe it. He was way ahead of what everyone else was doing”confessed the Canadian.
Without a doubt, admirable respect on the part of who is also considered a fundamental pillar of the acoustic scene.
