Session Musicians
This bassist's lines drove countless Motown hits including "My Girl" and "Bernadette."
Who is James Jamerson?
The Gibson model most associated with Slash.
What is a Les Paul?
Often called the "Fifth Beatle."
Who is George Martin?
Whitney Houston's biggest hit was originally recorded by this country artist.
Who is Dolly Parton?
This Allman Brothers guitarist died in a motorcycle accident in 1971.
Who is Duane Allman?
Known as the "Fifth Beatle," this keyboardist played on "Get Back" and "Don't Let Me Down."
Who is Billy Preston?
Stevie Ray Vaughan's famous guitar "Number One" was this Fender model.
What is a Stratocaster?
Produced Michael Jackson's Thriller.
Who is Quincy Jones?
"Respect" became a signature hit for Aretha Franklin but was originally recorded by this Stax artist.
Who is Otis Redding?
Known for fingerstyle playing and the solo in "Sultans of Swing."
Who is Mark Knopfler?
This drummer played the legendary solo section on Steely Dan's "Aja."
Who is Steve Gadd?
Brian May's homemade guitar is known by this name.
What is the Red Special?
Creator of the famous "Wall of Sound."
Who is Phil Spector?
The Bangles' hit "Hazy Shade of Winter" was originally recorded by this duo.
Who are Simon & Garfunkel?
This guitarist played the solo on Michael Jackson's "Beat It."
Who is Eddie Van Halen?
This bassist and member of The Wrecking Crew played on recordings by everyone from The Beach Boys to Frank Sinatra.
Who is Carol Kaye?
The amplifier brand closely associated with Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, and classic British rock tones.
What is Marshall?
Produced albums by U2, Talking Heads, and David Bowie.
Who is Brian Eno?
Joe Cocker's version of "With a Little Help from My Friends" was originally recorded by this band.
Who are The Beatles?
This jazz-rock guitarist founded the Mahavishnu Orchestra.
Who is John McLaughlin?
This Memphis guitarist co-wrote "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay" and played with Booker T. & the M.G.'s.
Who is Steve Cropper?
Vintage late-1950s Gibson Les Paul Standards are commonly known by collectors as these.
What are Bursts?
Helped revive Johnny Cash's career with the American Recordings series.
Who is Rick Rubin?
Linda Ronstadt's hit "Blue Bayou" was originally recorded by this Rock & Roll Hall of Famer.
Who is Roy Orbison?
This guitarist played the iconic solo on Steely Dan's "Kid Charlemagne."
Who is Larry Carlton?