Prince, who died Thursday (April 21) at age 57, influenced a profound number of artists over the course of his lengthy career. Below are several reactions from guitarists—from Zakk Wylde to Steve Vai—and other rock artists.
Rock Community Reacts to Prince's Death As New Details Emerge
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“He said things like, ’Well, why does there have to be a guitar solo there?’… He has a wonderful lack of knowledge or respect for this past of mine”: David Gilmour’s first solo album in 9 years features a new producer tearing up the rulebook
“He was a big driver of the band… I would consider him very underrated, too”: Jason Isbell and Luther Dickinson pay tribute to Dickey Betts with an extended take on In Memory of Elizabeth Reed
“Smile and keep going. That’s my message”: Watch the moment Kiko Loureiro’s strap falls off mid-solo – in front of Guthrie Govan