None of those guys (except Van Halen) even self-identified as metal.
So?
Stretching the definition of “metal guitarist” with that list.
All great guitarists, but EVH is closest to metal.
Oh yeah - I hear you; but that is why, upthread, I had been seeking to understand the definition used by the OP.
Lots of people delude themselves. They’re the foundations of metal whether they like it or not.
Fair enough. I didn’t read the whole thread. Didn’t realize this is kinda old.
Agree with your names though. All great guitarists.
All good - and yes, I was surprised when this thread bubbled up.