Industry Apr 17, 2026
Remembering Allan Holdsworth's Influence on Guitar and Music Theory
We unpack the brilliance of jazz-fusion trailblazer Allan Holdsworth, with some help from Steve Vai, Guthrie Govan, Paul Gilbert and Eddie Van Halen
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MusicRadar
This piece explores the groundbreaking work of jazz-fusion guitarist Allan Holdsworth, known for his technical prowess and contributions to music theory. Holdsworth's innovative approach to the guitar significantly influenced contemporaries like Eddie Van Halen and inspired subsequent generations of guitarists, including Steve Vai and Guthrie Govan. Originally reported by MusicRadar.