Famous Guitarists from California
List of famous guitarists born who were born in California, listed alphabetically with photos when available. Many of these guitar players from California are legends in the music world, each with their own innovative styles of play. If you play guitar, whether acoustic or electric, then these famous California guitar players should be people you look up to. These are some of the best guitarists that have ever picked up the instrument, and whether they play rock, blues, metal or folk, these men and women are considered legends.
Examples of items on this list include Katy Perry and Courtney Love.
This list answers the questions, "What guitar players are from California?" and "Who are famous California guitarists?"Ranked by
- Dec. at 25 (1956-1982)
- Nationality: United States of America
- Birthplace: Santa Monica, California
Randall William Rhoads (December 6, 1956 – March 19, 1982) was an American heavy metal guitarist who played with Quiet Riot and Ozzy Osbourne. A devoted student of classical guitar, Rhoads combined ...more - Age: 38
- Nationality: United States of America
- Birthplace: Santa Barbara, California, USA
Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson (born October 25, 1984), known professionally as Katy Perry, is an American singer, songwriter, and television judge. After singing in church during her childhood, she ...more - Dec. at 24 (1962-1986)
- Nationality: United States of America
- Birthplace: Castro Valley, California, United States of America
Clifford Lee Burton (February 10, 1962 – September 27, 1986) was an American musician and songwriter, best known as the bass guitarist for the American band Metallica from December 1982 until his ...more - Dec. at 53 (1942-1995)
- Nationality: United States of America
- Birthplace: USA, California, San Francisco
Jerome John "Jerry" Garcia (August 1, 1942 – August 9, 1995) was an American singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known for his work as the lead guitarist and as a vocalist with the band the ...more - Age: 61
- Nationality: United States of America
- Birthplace: La Mesa, California, United States of America
David Scott Mustaine (born September 13, 1961) is an American guitarist, singer, songwriter, actor and author. He is best known as the co-founder, lead vocalist, guitarist and primary songwriter of ...more - Age: 73
- Nationality: United States of America
- Birthplace: Burbank, California, United States of America
Bonnie Lynn Raitt (born November 8, 1949) is an American blues singer, guitarist, songwriter, and activist. During the 1970s, Raitt released a series of roots-influenced albums that incorporated ...more
