punkrock guitarists who are brilliant.

Buzzov*en · 11-01-2011, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by andrew_turnbull

hillel slovak was a god

but not a punk rock guitarist.

Engine · 11-01-2011, 10:20 PM

I think Brian Baker has (mostly) always been 'brilliant' on the guitar.

AcidMaxima · 11-29-2011, 07:51 AM

D.Boon from Minutemen. Not your typical punk guitarist or punk band for that matter, but my favourite by a long way. Although they could be argued for and against being punk, Steve Albini from Shellac is unique and the tone he gets is stellar.

BastardofYoung · 12-10-2011, 03:16 PM

he has already been mentioned by OP...

but here is me and one of my favorite people ever..

yes, that is Murray "The Cretin" Acton from Dayglo Abortions.

Yeah, I know.... I look so chipper...

Above · 01-02-2012, 11:04 AM

Anyone know who the guitarist for the Zero Boys was back in 1982? Having trouble finding out but the guitar work was great on Vicious Circle.

FRED HALE SR. · 01-03-2012, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Above

Anyone know who the guitarist for the Zero Boys was back in 1982? Having trouble finding out but the guitar work was great on Vicious Circle.

Terry Howe.

pottymouth · 01-04-2012, 09:42 AM

Joe Spleen of the Gits. His playing had real punch, but managed to be totally danceable at the same time.
Walter Shriefels of Gorilla Biscuits. Not just brilliant playing, but he knew how to write amazing punk songs using a real genius pop style. The spiritual follow-up to another famous New York punk group w/ a pop sensibility.

~~Odyshape~~ · 01-15-2012, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by AcidMaxima

D.Boon from Minutemen. Not your typical punk guitarist or punk band for that matter, but my favourite by a long way. Although they could be argued for and against being punk, Steve Albini from Shellac is unique and the tone he gets is stellar.

the guitar sound used on prayer to god is simply the greatest guitar sound

Doorbell · 01-24-2012, 10:17 PM

Not really straight forward Punk rock, but Deniz Tek from Radio Birdman is amazing. One of my favorite guitar players.

BastardofYoung · 01-24-2012, 10:39 PM

Can't believe I am the first to bring up:

Michael "Olga" Algar of The Toy Dolls.

Been watching this video a fair bit:

"Dig That Groove Baby" is a great album, need to dive deeper into their stuff.

11-01-2011, 10:20 PM	#52 (permalink)
Engine air quote Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: pollen & mold Posts: 3,108	I think Brian Baker has (mostly) always been 'brilliant' on the guitar. __________________ Like an arrow, I was only passing through.

11-29-2011, 07:51 AM	#53 (permalink)
AcidMaxima Groupie Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 14	D.Boon from Minutemen. Not your typical punk guitarist or punk band for that matter, but my favourite by a long way. Although they could be argued for and against being punk, Steve Albini from Shellac is unique and the tone he gets is stellar. Last edited by AcidMaxima; 11-29-2011 at 07:57 AM.

12-10-2011, 03:16 PM	#54 (permalink)
BastardofYoung Buzz Killjoy Join Date: May 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 2,692	he has already been mentioned by OP... but here is me and one of my favorite people ever.. yes, that is Murray "The Cretin" Acton from Dayglo Abortions. Yeah, I know.... I look so chipper... __________________ last.fm ‎"I hope that someday we will be able to put away our fears and prejudices and just laugh at people." - Jack Handey.

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Above Oh my golly! Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: England Posts: 339	Anyone know who the guitarist for the Zero Boys was back in 1982? Having trouble finding out but the guitar work was great on Vicious Circle. __________________ Be pure, Be vigilant, Behave

01-24-2012, 10:39 PM	#60 (permalink)
BastardofYoung Buzz Killjoy Join Date: May 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 2,692	Can't believe I am the first to bring up: Michael "Olga" Algar of The Toy Dolls. Been watching this video a fair bit: "Dig That Groove Baby" is a great album, need to dive deeper into their stuff. __________________ last.fm ‎"I hope that someday we will be able to put away our fears and prejudices and just laugh at people." - Jack Handey.

01-04-2012, 09:42 AM	#57 (permalink)
pottymouth Groupie Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: The Wired Posts: 9	Joe Spleen of the Gits. His playing had real punch, but managed to be totally danceable at the same time. Walter Shriefels of Gorilla Biscuits. Not just brilliant playing, but he knew how to write amazing punk songs using a real genius pop style. The spiritual follow-up to another famous New York punk group w/ a pop sensibility.

01-24-2012, 10:17 PM	#59 (permalink)
Doorbell Groupie Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 11	Not really straight forward Punk rock, but Deniz Tek from Radio Birdman is amazing. One of my favorite guitar players.