Stars and Their Guitars: A History of the Electric Guitar

The story

Stars and Their Guitars: A History of the Electric Guitar is a documentary film by filmmaker Kent Hagen. It spotlights the development and history of the classic electric guitar as well as the players that made them famous. Spanning a multitude of genres including rock, blues, rockabilly, country, hard rock, punk and more, this 2008 documentary provides an in-depth look at the six-string's immeasurable impact on society and culture. Les Paul, B.B. King, Duane Eddy, Scotty Moore, Billy Gibbons, Slash, George Thorogood, Joe Satriani, and Elliot Easton are just a few of the guitar legends interviewed. Winner for best documentary at the 2008 Route 66 Film Festival.

Cast & crew

LP

Les Paul

Self

B.B. King

Self

Duane Eddy

Self

Scotty Moore

Self

Billy Gibbons

Self

Slash

Self

GT

George Thorogood

Self

Joe Satriani

Self

Susanna Hoffs

Self

Rick Nielsen

Self

Elizabeth Saydah

Self

Elliot Easton

Self

KH

Kent Hagen

Director, Producer

Kurt Oldman

Music