Originally Posted by: OysterNow I know this is an objectionable question and is soley opinion, but I would like to hear what people have to say about different styles of music, so which style of music do you think takes the most real skill to play? and why..

Its hard to tell dude, coz in every genre/type of music, you will always encounter a difficult piece. But if you practice enough, no matter how difficult it is , you will still be able to learn it and it requires dedication.

Anyway If you are reffering to the style of music that's very hard to play on the guitar. Here's my bet according to difficulty and technicality.

1) Classical - ( "Paganini's Caprices 5, 24 and 10 ) It takes years to master this.

2) Jazz / Fussion - ( Wes Montgomery, Django Reinhardt, Frank Gambale, Pat Metheny, Chet Atkins, John McLaughlin, Joe Pass, Mike Stern, Allan Holdsworth, etc. ) It requires almost perfect phrasing and technical ability to perform those mind boggling be-bop lines. If you want some technical jazz music check out those guys I listed.

3) Progressive Rock and Shred (Dream Theater, Yngwie Malmsteen, Michael Angelo. ) - speed and precision is a must! Pick any Dream Theater song, and Im sure it will make some quit playing guitar especially if you are a begginer. Those guys are musical machines !!

4) Metal - ( Pantera, Megadeth, Metallica, GNR, Slayer, Black Label Society, etc .) Not really that hard IF you practice enough, and they are fun to play.

5) Blues - ( Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Johnny Winter, Ry Cooder, Roy Buchanan, etc) Not that hard to play, the main focus is on the phrasing and emotion. But blues sounds the best.

6) Alternative, Punk and Funk ( Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, GreenDay AudioSlave, Linkin Park. etc) Rhythm is the key. Kurt Cobain beats em all when it comes to power chords. :D