List of famous guitarists born who were born in Louisiana, listed alphabetically with photos when available. Many of these guitar players from Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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.
With items ranging from Jared Leto to Buddy Guy, this is a great starting point for a list of your favorites.
This list answers the questions, "What guitar players are from Louisiana?" and "Who are famous Louisiana guitarists?"1
Buddy Guy
Age: 83Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Lettsworth, Louisiana, United States of America
George "Buddy" Guy (born July 30, 1936) is an American blues guitarist and singer. He is an... more on Wikipedia2
Jared Leto
Age: 49Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Bossier City, Louisiana, USA
Jared Joseph Leto (; born December 26, 1971) is an American actor, singer, songwriter, and... more on Wikipedia3
Lonnie Johnson
Dec. at 71 (1899-1970)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Area code 504, United States of America, United States, with Territories, Louisiana
Lonnie Johnson may refer to: Lonnie Johnson (musician) (1899-1970), American blues and jazz... more on Wikipedia4
James Burton
Age: 80Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: USA, Dubberly, Louisiana
James Edward Burton (born August 21, 1939, in Dubberly, Louisiana) is an American guitarist. A... more on Wikipedia5
Lucinda Williams
Age: 66Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Lake Charles, United States of America, United States, with Territories, Louisiana
Lucinda Gayle Williams (born January 26, 1953) is an American rock, folk, blues, and country... more on Wikipedia6
Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown
Dec. at 81 (1924-2005)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Vinton, United States of America, United States, with Territories, Louisiana
Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown (April 18, 1924 – September 10, 2005) was an American musician from... more on Wikipedia7
Huddie William Ledbetter
Dec. at 61 (1888-1949)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Mooringsport, Louisiana
Huddie William Ledbetter (; January 20, 1888 – December 6, 1949) better known as stage name... more on Wikipedia
8John Campbell
Dec. at 41 (1952-1993)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Shreveport, Louisiana
John Allen Campbell (January 20, 1952 – June 13, 1993) was an American blues guitarist,... more on Wikipedia9
Vance DeGeneres
Age: 65Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America
Vance DeGeneres (born September 2, 1954) is an American actor, comedian, musician, film... more on Wikipedia10
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Age: 42Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Kenny Wayne Shepherd (born Kenny Wayne Brobst; June 12, 1977) is an American guitarist,... more on Wikipedia11
Chris Thomas King
Age: 57Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America
Chris Thomas King (born Durwood Christopher Thomas, October 14, 1962) is an American New... more on Wikipedia12
Dale Hawkins
Dec. at 74 (1936-2010)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Louisiana, United States of America
Delmar Allen "Dale" Hawkins (August 22, 1936 – February 13, 2010) was a pioneer American rock... more on Wikipedia13
Earl King
Dec. at 69 (1934-2003)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana
Earl Silas Johnson IV (February 7, 1934 – April 17, 2003), known as Earl King, was an American... more on Wikipedia14
Jimmy Bower
Age: 51Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Area code 504, United States of America, United States, with Territories, Louisiana
Jimmy Bower (born September 19, 1968) is an American guitarist and drummer from New Orleans,... more on Wikipedia15
Al McKay
Age: 71Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America
Al McKay (born February 2, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana) is an American guitarist,... more on Wikipedia16
Johnny Copeland
Dec. at 60 (1937-1997)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Haynesville, Louisiana
John Clyde Copeland (March 27, 1937 – July 3, 1997) was an American Texas blues guitarist and... more on Wikipedia17
Kenny Neal
Age: 62Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana
Kenny Neal (born October 14, 1957 in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States), is an American... more on Wikipedia18
Lonnie Brooks
Age: 86Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: St. Landry Parish, Dubuisson, United States of America, United States, with Territories
Lonnie Brooks (born Lee Baker Jr., December 18, 1933 – April 1, 2017) was an American blues... more on Wikipedia19
Camile Baudoin
Age: 71Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Area code 504, United States of America, United States, with Territories, Louisiana
The Radiators, also known as The New Orleans Radiators, are a rock band from New Orleans,... more on Wikipedia- 20
Bobby Parker
Dec. at 76 (1937-2013)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Lafayette, Louisiana
Robert Lee "Bobby" Parker (August 31, 1937 – October 31, 2013) was an American blues-rock... more on Wikipedia 21
Stuart Hamm
Age: 59Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana
Stuart Hamm (born February 8, 1960) is an American bass guitar player, known for his session... more on Wikipedia22
Webb Pierce
Dec. at 70 (1921-1991)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: West Monroe, USA, Louisiana
Michael Webb Pierce (August 8, 1921 – February 24, 1991) was an American honky tonk vocalist,... more on Wikipedia23
Tab Benoit
Age: 52Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America
Tab Benoit (born November 17, 1967) is an American blues guitarist, musician, and singer. His... more on Wikipedia- 24
Fred Carter
Dec. at 77 (1933-2010)Nationality: United States of America
Birthplace: Winnsboro, Louisiana
Fred F. Carter Jr. (December 31, 1933 – July 17, 2010) was an American guitarist, singer,... more on Wikipedia - 25
Leo Nocentelli
Age: 73Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America
Leo Nocentelli (born June 15, 1946) is an American musician and songwriter best known as a... more on Wikipedia
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