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Bradford, Yorkshire, England (1946 – present)
British guitarist Allan Holdsworth (born Aug 6, 1946 in Bradford, Yorkshire, England) occupies a legendary status among many players of his instrument. Most of his work has been in the realm of electric jazz fusion and progressive rock, though he has also dabbled in more straight-ahead rock and jazz. Aside from many solo albums, he has performed with Bill Bruford (both in his band and in UK), Soft Machine, Gong, Tony Williams, Jean-Luc Ponty, and many others.
He is known for his unusual technique, which is filled with unusual chord voicings and legato melodies of great harmonic sophistication. Many guitarists, including Eddie Van Halen, Yngwie Malmsteen and Steve Vai have lauded him as a master. He has also been a pioneer in the use of guitar synthesizers. Holdsworth was also Frank Zappa’s favorite guitarist.
He is known for his unusual technique, which is filled with unusual chord voicings and legato melodies of great harmonic sophistication. Many guitarists, including Eddie Van Halen, Yngwie Malmsteen and Steve Vai have lauded him as a master. He has also been a pioneer in the use of guitar synthesizers. Holdsworth was also Frank Zappa’s favorite guitarist.
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Metal Fatigue
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Secrets
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Wardenclyffe Tower
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The Sixteen Men Of Tain
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Kolobuk wrote:
http://www.lastfm.ru/music/Ahttp://www.lastfm.ru/music/Allan+Holdsworth/_/Metal+Fatiguellan+Holdsworth/_/5+to+10
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MACHAMO wrote:
GUITARIST WHO CREATES A SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE
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sythofin wrote:
i don't suppose anybody knows where i can find instrumental tracks of the vocal songs on I.O.U.? some really nice stuff on there, i'd love to hear it without the vocals.
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nothsonles wrote:
most unique electric guitar player of all time
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baslisten2rock wrote:
A continuous source of inspiration. My favourite guitarist
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Choumchoum0 wrote:
Speaking for myself Allan Holdsworth live album Then is close to perfect. The greatness of each track and the way they follow each other makes me appreciate the music.
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KubaNecina wrote:
Wow, one of the Greats, now I understand his influence on Shawn Lane and I want to play like him :) Not 1 single 1 000 000 plays? Stupid junk-listening last-fmers :)
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Mr_Oldschool wrote:
Holdsworth is da bidness.
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MusicMagic77 wrote:
Mine is I.O.U Live
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hookbags wrote:
Velvet Darkness and Flat Tire are my two favourite Holdsworth albums.
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kaly_ wrote:
Happy Birthday !!! <3
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lauriemonk wrote:
The best guitar player and musician on the planet.
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sythofin wrote:
Does anybody else love Velvet Darkness? I know Holdsworth hates it, but I think it's a masterpiece.
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immolation wrote:
he'z awsum!
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NctrnlKorvSoppa wrote:
omagahd
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Pobinr wrote:
To spacemanBOSE - 'Metal Fatigue' & 'Atavacron'. Also Bruford 'Feels Good to Me' & 'UK' first album.
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spacemanBOSE wrote:
tell me 2 AH albums to start listening to
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theDescending wrote:
God
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theDescending wrote:
<3
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fonoiado wrote:
this guy is saying that wardenclyffe tower is an absolut worthless guitar wank. wardenclyffe tower > your lifes
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Events
- Apr 22 Allan Holdsworth The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, Los Angeles CA, United States
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Allan Holdsworth Band
P60, Amstelveen, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Allan Holdsworth band
Paradox, Tilburg, Netherlands
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