On November 22, 2011, Hans Reichel passed away at the age of 62 – a master guitarist, improviser and instrument inventor. Thanks to my friend Chris Shaffer for turning me on to him a few years back.
I don’t listen to nearly as much guitar music anymore, but Reichel was one of those guitarists I never tired hearing. A big influence on me although not always obvious in my music. He’ll be missed.
Suggested Hans Reichel listening:
Lower Lurum (features his wonderful daxophone)
Early stuff:
From a performance a few years back:
Marco Oppedisano 
Loved Reichel, saw him & Frith do an evening’s worth about 25 years ago at PASS. His guitars were remarkable!