3. Eric Clapton (The Yardbirds/Cream/Derek and the Dominos/Eric Clapton)
Whether playing with The Yardbirds, Cream, Derek and the Dominos or on his own, the man known as “Slowhand” is a three-time inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Born in England, but schooled on the blues, Clapton has given us timeless gems like “Layla” and popularized Robert Johnson’s “Crossroads.” He’s considered one of the most influential guitarists of all-time.
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