These Are the Best Guitarists of All-time, Ranked. Do You Agree?

33. Ritchie Blackmore

Ritchie Blackmore may not be well known for it, but he started his career as one of the founding members of Deep Purple. People began to notice him relatively quickly thanks to his contribution to the bands hit Smoke on the Water. In 1968, Ritchie left the band and formed the band Rainbow. The band has seen many member changes but still continues into the current day. Ritchie, however, prefers the quiet life and only plays small gigs.