Beto Martinez “I Love Santana. But I Think That It’s Vital for People to Recognize That There Are Many Other Important Players”: Beto Martinez Talks Inspiration From chunk to chicha, Latin rock's leading light reveals his most important influences. Listen to These 5 Killer Tracks From Beto Martinez - the New King of Latin Rock Guitar Get on board with the Grammy-winning guitarist and take a spin through this kaleidoscopic collection of musical meanderings. Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1“I had this really nice old Strat I used for a lot of stuff. I loved Jimi Hendrix so much and I really liked the tonality of that guitar.” Chris Stein on Blondie’s hit “Dreaming” and its secret ingredient2“I might have done better in the Bluesbreakers than in the Yardbirds. But I didn't want to be mimicking Chicago blues musicians forever." Jeff Beck said he turned down a spot in John Mayall’s group, only for Jimi Hendrix to nearly derail his career3Electronics legend Roger Mayer on salvaging Bob Marley's guitars for the making of his hit album 'Exodus'4Scott Gorham tells how an offhand moment led to his favorite Thin Lizzy song, released 50 years ago 5“People Always Say I’m the Beatle Who Changed the Most”: The Incredible Story of How George Harrison Became a Guitar Legend