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What distinguishes Billy Gibbons' guitar play style?

Heavy distortion
Extensive use of open strings
Use of harmonics
Speed and agility

Answer

Billy Gibbons, lead guitarist of the rock band ZZ Top, is renowned for his heavy distortion on his guitar playing. He achieves this sound by using a variety of techniques, including overdriving his amplifier and using a wah-wah pedal. This distortion gives Gibbons' guitar playing a distinctive, bluesy sound that has been imitated by many other guitarists.