10 Most Underrated Guitarists Of All Time
3. Mary Timony
Guitar heroics and indie rock don’t always go hand in hand, but no one told that to Mary Timony. All of her projects, whether alone, as a bandleader, or part of many iconic groups, have held a focus on guitar work of some kind, whether it’s textured, virtuosic, or somewhere in between.
Most recently as part of Ex Hex, she’s built her playing up to a wall of power pop volume, all crunchy riffs and noise. She’s rarely sounded so aggressive as a player, swapping show stopping technique for volume and ferocity.
With Wild Flag, she embraced her rock star side, churning out a singular, near-perfect album of tracks that could be instant radio hits in any era. Timony sounds like she’s having an inordinate amount of fun on these tunes, and the passion is entirely apparent.
Her most intriguing work, however, can be found in her band Helium, one of the great ‘90s groups. Their second and final record The Magic City boasts some labyrinthine playing, particularly on the sprawling "Revolution of Hearts, Pt. 1 & 2". She’s a true guitar hero in an era which sorely lacked them.