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A Listmania! list by William J. Walker "Billyjay" (England)
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The Transfiguration of Blind Joe Death
1.  The Transfiguration of Blind Joe Death by John Fahey
The list author says:
  "A most perfect album from one of the greats"
£11.57   Used & New from: £7.98
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

6 and 12 String Guitar
2.  6 and 12 String Guitar by Leo Kottke
The list author says:
  "Added an incredible virtuosity to the Fahey blueprint without any sacrifice of tunefulness"
£12.50   Used & New from: £9.21
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Thing at the Nursery Room Window
3.  Thing at the Nursery Room Window by Peter Lang
The list author says:
  "The least well known of the 'Takoma Greats' but actually many people's favourite(including mine)."
£16.03   Used & New from: £9.33

Bashovia
4.  Bashovia by Robbie Basho
The list author says:
  "Blending eastern and western styles he makes incredible music. However the quality can be a little uneven. This is an excellent place to start."
£12.92   Used & New from: £8.61
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Re-Inventions: Best Of The Vanguard Years
5.  Re-Inventions: Best Of The Vanguard Years by Sandy Bull
The list author says:
  "Blazed trails where know one else had thought to go. Amazing music ahead of its time and still fresh today."
£18.82   Used & New from: £9.24
2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Preston Reed
6.  Preston Reed by Preston Reed
The list author says:
  "I get a little tired of 'most amazing playing, sounds like more than one guitarist...' comments. This really is that good and better, but remains superbly musical too."
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5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

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Bert & John
7.  Bert & John by Bert Jansch
The list author says:
  "Two for the price of one! Groundbreaking british folk infused guitar fest(with singing too)."
£4.99   Used & New from: £4.64
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Until We Felt Red
8.  Until We Felt Red by Kaki King
The list author says:
  "It was a tough decision as to which of her albums to go for "Legs to Make Us Longer" is awesome, but her first album is the purer guitar album. And available now as a bonus(!) disc with this record."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Kensington Blues
9.  Kensington Blues by Jack Rose
The list author says:
  "A brilliant player. Musically reminiscent of Fahey and the sprawling Mississippi, probably a better  guitarist in terms of technique."
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5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Past Light
10.  Past Light by William Ackerman
The list author says:
  "Just before the steady decline into New Age mediocrity he managed to produce a work of beauty and variety(whilst retaining a little bite)."
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The Great Paraguayan: John Williams plays Barrios
11.  The Great Paraguayan: John Williams plays Barrios by Agustín Barrios Mangoré
The list author says:
  "Brilliant compositions performed perfectly. What more could you wish."
£14.74   Used & New from: £2.71
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

O True Believers
12.  O True Believers by James Blackshaw
The list author says:
  "British guitarist taking up the torch from Basho/Bull. Cathedral like majesty of sound."
£14.74   Used & New from: £6.89
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

This Is the Wind That Blows It Out
13.  This Is the Wind That Blows It Out by Glenn R. Jones
The list author says:
  "A recent find and a truly wonderful album from this occasional collaborator of Jack Rose's(who duets on a track). A warm melodic vein runs through this album. Possibly more accessible than Jack's CD."
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Imaginational Anthem
14.  Imaginational Anthem by Various
The list author says:
  "Superb sampler featuring serious guitar music by some serious players. The concept is to get some of the most innovative players from 'then and now' on one album. It works."
£9.70   Used & New from: £3.06

Imaginational Anthem Volume Two
15.  Imaginational Anthem Volume Two by Various
The list author says:
  "Doesn't quite hang together as well as its predecessor, but in terms of showcasing new talent, it possibly exceeds it. i"
£9.70   Used & New from: £5.49
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Wayfaring Strangers: Guitar Soli
16.  Wayfaring Strangers: Guitar Soli by Various Artists
The list author says:
  "Absolutely fantastic compilation aimed at anyone with an admiration for John Fahey. The quality is astoundingly consistent. Buy it."
£14.75   Used & New from: £7.54
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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William J. Walker "Billyjay" (England)
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Last updated: 23/06/2008
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