So are we talking all instruments or just guitar? I think that with the saxophone, if you don't play with emotion then you're very likely a ****e saxer because it plays in the key of the soul imo.
Sonny Sharrock is the most expressive and passionate guitarist that I can think of at the moment, and that's crystal clear in his music. Actually with my comment about saxophones this shouldn't come as a surprise because I see Sharrock's style as being more similar to what saxophonists play than what most guitarists play.
Then we have Marc Ribot, my favourite guitarist. When am I not repping this guy? I talk about him on here every day it seems. His phrasing is unique and excellent, and I really enjoy his hard picking style that makes his guitar sound...clunky I guess? It's hard to describe. His more laid back and intricate stylings are great too, like his cover of I'm Confessin' or Kivah.
Fast forward to 2:15 if you just want to hear the solo as there's not much guitar up until that point.
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