These Women Have Staked Their Claims as Top Lead Guitarists

Kat Dyson

This versatile guitarist has worked with the likes of Cyndi Lauper, Zucchero, Mick Jagger, and Prince. Bandleaders love Dyson for her dedication to songs. She once suggested that Prince break up a set by performing one song solo acoustically, and the crowd ate it up. “A good song can withstand a hurricane.” Her notable instrument is a  Paul Reed Smith Custom 24.

Lita Ford

Ford played with Joan Jett & the Runaways, and she's known as one of the most badass rock guitarists of all time. She played on some of the 80s biggest hits, and always fully feels her emotions when she plays. Her instrument of choice is a BC Rich "Black Widow" Warlock.

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Post originally appeared on Inside Mystery.