Favorite Solos: Andy Aledort (Associate Editor)

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1) Jimi Hendrix “All Along the Watchtower” 2) Jimi Hendrix “Machine Gun” 3) Cream “Crossroads” 4) Albert King “Blues Power” 5) Jeff Beck “Rock My Plimsoul”

Andy Aledort
Andy Aledort

Guitar World Associate Editor Andy Aledort is recognized worldwide for his vast contributions to guitar instruction, via his many best-selling instructional DVDs, transcription books and online lessons. Andy is a regular contributor to Guitar World and Truefire, and has toured with Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers, as well as participating in several Jimi Hendrix Tribute Tours.

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