The Edge
We are sure you would not recognize the name David Evens. However, you surely know this man, who was born on August 8, 1961 in Essex. He is none other than The Edge! They say his unique style was the product of learning how to play the instrument all by himself. He has been called by his nickname since he was young as he prefers to remain more on the edge of things instead of joining in on the fun. He climbed aboard the U2 train in the late ‘70s. He is best known for complementing Bono’s vocals using his sound. Some of his most popular works are “Price (In the Name of Love)”, “The Fly”, and “I Will Follow”.
The Edge
Elmore James
Elmore James was born on January 27, 1918 in Richland, Mississippi. James started to play stringed instruments when he was only a little boy. However, he got his start with a one-stringed instrument with interesting names: the “jitterbug” or “diddley bow”. When he got his hands on his first guitar, he began to rock! It was clear to everyone that his previous experience with a unique instrument influenced the way he played with his guitar since he was known for his slide. A guitarist once claimed they played his music to the point of bleeding because they did not realize James made use of a slide. Best known for “The Sky is Crying” and “Dust My Broom”, James is another musician that gave rock a bluesy touch.
Elmore James
