Eric Clapton, Pete Townshend, Joe Satriani and Jimmy Page are just some of the greats that owe their career to Paul’s musical innovations. Paul is responsible for the creation of the solid-body electric guitar and the introduction of multi-track recording both of which are the backbone of the rock world.

Born Lester Polsfuss in 1915 Paul always had an interest in music. He picked up his first guitar at age eight and played guitar semi-professionally throughout the rest of his career. Although the world will always remember him as the innovator of rock Paul had a plethora of albums to his name.

Rock n’ roll might never have gotten off the ground without Paul’s unique innovations. The introduction of the solid-body electric guitar made the instrument a true presence on stage. “Les really brought the guitar into the modern age and gave it a modern sound,” said Henry Juskiewicz, CEO of Gibson Guitars in a Rolling Stone interview.

Even lead singer of Jane’s Addiction Perry Farrell had something to say via Twitter. “Les Paul once gave me an autographed guitar that read “Hey Perry, I dare you.” Well I did thanks to you! Rest in peace and melody Les.”

Paul’s influence is felt throughout the entire music community. Fame is usually pretty fleeting in the music business. You create a hit single, live the dream for a while and then most likely fade away. But Paul’s contributions, from his music to his inventions will never go away. Farewell Les Paul, you will be missed.

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