Leslie West

Leslie West, 'Still Climbing' - Album Review
Leslie West, 'Still Climbing' - Album Review
Leslie West, 'Still Climbing' - Album Review
Leslie West is arguably one of hard rock's pioneering guitarists. Going back to the late '60s -- when his peers included Jimi Hendrix, Pete Townshend and Eric Clapton -- he's had an instantly identifiable style. From his trailblazing work with Mountain through his solo recordings, West and his guitar were a mighty force. He's lost little of his six-string fire on 'Still Climbing.'
Leslie West on His New Album, Mountain's Legacy and Overcoming Obstacles
Leslie West on His New Album, Mountain's Legacy and Overcoming Obstacles
Leslie West on His New Album, Mountain's Legacy and Overcoming Obstacles
Guitarist Leslie West has been around the block more than a few times. From his glory days with Mountain through the powerhouse trio West, Bruce and Lang, West helped create the template for loud hard-rock guitar bands. Taking cues from Cream and the Jimi Hendrix Experience, Mountain were the right band at the right time as the '60s turned into the 70s. They played Woodstock and became stars. Read

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