Favorite Solos: Andy Aledort (Associate Editor)
1) Jimi Hendrix “All Along the Watchtower” 2) Jimi Hendrix “Machine Gun” 3) Cream “Crossroads” 4) Albert King “Blues Power” 5) Jeff Beck “Rock My Plimsoul”
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Guitar World Associate Editor Andy Aledort is recognized worldwide for his vast contributions to guitar instruction, via his many best-selling instructional DVDs, transcription books and online lessons. Andy is a regular contributor to Guitar World and Truefire, and has toured with Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers, as well as participating in several Jimi Hendrix Tribute Tours.

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