Stevie Ray was one of a long line of Texas 'guitar stranglers'. Most guitarists from down that way have recognisable similarities in their style, just like a musical version of a regional accent of speech.

Check out Johnny Winter. And then find out who influenced him.

SRV was arguably 'the best there's ever been', and part of his greatness was his willingness to acknowledge the roots he built on.

Most memorable album? 'Gotta be Couldn't Stand The Weather. After that first mind-blowing demonstration of pure, raw, Genius, the world changed, and adapted to a new definition of Blues Guitar.