ONE AFTER 909

Lennon/McCartney | Let It Be

WAYNE KRANTZ: “The solo is melodic with a spontaneous vibe, dead-on phrasing and a perfect segue into the bridge, with its stellar rhythm ’n fills behind the vocal. The groove is devastating; it puts the roll back into rock ’n’ roll and pushes the song forward. Flawless, George!” STEVE LUKATHER: “This solo was the on switch to my life, as was seeing them on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964 — which is when I got my first guitar and a copy of Meet the Beatles! It would change my life forever. His solos and parts are perhaps simple by today’s standards, but [they’re] some of the most memorable in recorded history. Many people mistake his work as stuff Paul or John played, but George [had] style and amazingly varied tones throughout all their incredible eight years on record... and it’s his tones that make it obvious to me. No one changed the face of guitar more than George, in my opinion. In addition, I am honored to say we were friends from 1992 on. We spent some amazing times together and I cherish them forever. I miss him but will never forget his kindness, humor, genius and generosity. Just an amazing man.”

GARY ROSSINGTON (LYNYRD SKYNYRD): “Starting from the very first time I ever heard them, one of my favorite solos by George is the one he plays on ‘I Saw Her Standing There.’ It’s so tasty and very well crafted — I just love it. George taught me that when it comes to guitar parts, sometimes less is more. Other big favorites are ‘And I Love Her’ and ‘I’ll Follow the Sun,’ songs that are so simple but so great.” KEVIN STARRS (UNCLE ACID AND THE DEADBEATS): “‘Dig a Pony’ sums up the genius of George’s guitar playing. Melodic, never flashy, and always there to serve the song. Although I love his earlier playing too, you can really hear the progression and maturity of his guitar work at this point. Starting off with a 3/4