I definately think that David Gilmour deserves to be in the top 5 list. In fact, it was he who finally inspired me to try my hand at the guitar for the 3rd time. Like they say: 3rd time's a charm. I've been playing ever since. I love his phrasing and the way he knows which notes to hit and how to hit them. Pink Floyd may very well be the most influential band in the history of time and space.