The Greatest Guitarists Of All Time, Ranked

Published on February 5, 2020 By Mathew Cohen

34. Ry Cooder

An Americana, roots rock, and Tex-Mex enthusiast, Ry Cooder incorporated a host of genres into his playing style throughout his solo career. As a result, he had the talent to collaborate alongside a variety of household names, not limited to Eric Clapton, the Rolling Stones, Van Morrison and Randy Newman. While he may have an appreciation for the fundamentals and history of each genre, he still has the exploratory passion to bring an aura of mystery to his work.

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To this day, Cooder has shown an ability to revive notable past musical elements and provide them with relevance in the modern age. An adventurous performer, Cooder has collaborated with traditional musicians from around the world and worked on the soundtracks of a number of films.