**David Gilmour** – The soulful architect of Pink Floyd’s sonic universe, Gilmour’s emotive solos (like in *Comfortably Numb*) and ethereal tone made him a master of feel over flash. His phrasing tells stories, weaving space and serenity into every note. **Eric Clapton** – A blues rock legend, Clapton blended British precision with Delta soul. From *Layla* to *Tears in Heaven*, his smooth, melodic licks and raw emotional depth earned him the nickname “Slowhand.” **Mark Knopfler** – Dire Straits’ fingerpicking virtuoso, Knopfler’s clean, lyrical style and storytelling approach (*Sultans of Swing*, *Brothers in Arms*) defined a genre-bending elegance that’s both understated and masterful.
**David Gilmour** – The soulful architect of Pink Floyd’s sonic universe, Gilmour’s emotive solos (like in *Comfortably Numb*) and ethereal tone made him a master […]