These Women Have Staked Their Claims as Top Lead Guitarists

Debbie Davies

We wouldn't have Sue Foley, Laura Chavez, or Susan Tedeschi without Debbie Davies. She was one of the first women to break ground in the blues-rock genre, and has releeased dozens of solo records. She prefers to play on any Fender Stratocaster.

Sue Foley

Foley's genre-bending sound includes soul, surf, country, rock, and punk influences. She fingerpicks rather than using a standard flatpick approach, and after turning pro at 16 she pretty much has the authority to play however she wants. Her instrument of choice is a custon pink paisley Fender Telecaster.

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Post originally appeared on Inside Mystery.