These Women Have Staked Their Claims as Top Lead Guitarists

Leni Stern

Stern bends and blends genres and has more influence over the jazz and world scenes than any other guitarist. She has played with Eric Johnson and Mike Stern to create some of the most captivating rhythms. Her notable instrument is a custom Fender Strat.

Nita Strauss

Alice Cooper relies on Nita Strauss, and her metal energy amplifies both Cooper's early hits and his later-era slow rockers. Strauss's technique is dynamic, melodic, and way too fast. Her notable instrument is an Ibanez Custom Nita Strauss Signature.