LEGACY
Legacy of Guitar Slim
Artists and genres Guitar Slim directly influenced — one hop forward on the family tree of music.
Frank Zappaartist
Leon Haywoodartist
Barbara LynnartistBarbara Lynn is an American rhythm and blues and electric blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. She is best known for her R&B chart-topping hit, "You'll Lose a Good Thing" (1962). In 2018, Lynn received a National Heritage Fellowship. In 2026 Lynn was further honored by being inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame.
Dr. Johnartist
Jimi Hendrixartist
Ray Charlesartist
Buddy Guyartist
Albert Collinsartist
Johnny "Guitar" Watsonartist
Junior Parkerartist
Earl Kingartist