Tim Coffman

Although Lemmy had all the credentials of a rock and roller, that also meant having the ability to sniff out those who didn't belong.

Paul McCartney may be the epitome of a great songwriter, but he has always gone back to this songwriter as a main inspiration.

Roger Waters was always looking for something more out of rock, and he knew things were moving in a different direction once the right person took to the stage.

Paul Simon has a huge well of classic material, but he never really understood the appeal behind one of his signature tunes.

Dave Grohl may have a percussionist's approach to a drumkit, but this song is one of the greatest guitar showcases of all time for him.

Don Henley may be the last remaining captain of the Eagles, but he would have rather done without one element of their deep cuts.

While David Crosby had a lifetime of gigs to play, he knew that few could compare to the true highlights from his prime. Read more about it here.

The Beatles will never be topped in the world of music, but Ritchie Blackmore knew when people were reacting to their favourite bands just like the Fab Four.

Pete Townshend may have done the unprecedented with The Who, but he considered this guitarist in a class all of his own.

For all the great musicians Jon Bon Jovi ever worked with, he knew when he was watching pure genius being channelled on the spot.