its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. Please improve this article by introducing more precise citations where appropriate. (September 2010) Buddy Guy Buddy Guy performing at the Crossroads Guitar Festival in 2007 Background information Birth name George Guy Also known as Friendly Chap Born July 30, 1936 (1936-07-30) (age 74) Lettsworth, Louisiana United States Genres Chicago blues, electric blues Occupations Musician, songwriter Instruments Guitar, vocals Years active 1953–present Labels Cobra, Chess, Delmark, Silvertone, MCA, Atlantic, MPS, Charly, Zomba Music Group, Jive, Vanguard, JSP Records, Rhino Records, Purple Pyramid, Flyright, AIM Recording Co., Alligator Records, Blues Ball Records Associated acts Junior Wells Website Official Website Notable instruments Fender Buddy Guy Signature Stratocaster George "Buddy" Guy (born July 30, 1936) is an American blues guitarist and singer. He is a critically acclaimed artist who has established himself as a pioneer of the Chicago blues sound, and has served as an influence to some of the most notable musicians of his generation. Guy is known, too, for his showmanship on stage, playing his guitar with drumsticks, or strolling into the audience while playing solos. He was ranked thirtieth in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time". His song "Stone Crazy" was ranked seventy-eighth in list of the 100 Greatest Guitar Songs of All Time also of Rolling Stone..