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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.
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