Eddy was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, and the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2008. The New York native began his career in 1954, and per Variety, he became “the first stand-alone rock ‘n’ roll guitar star with a string of instrumental hits through the 50s and 60s.”

“Duane inspired a generation of guitarists the world over with his unmistakable signature ‘Twang’ sound,” a rep for the guitarist said. “He was the first rock and roll guitar god, a truly humble and incredible human being. He will be sorely missed.”

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer inspired the likes of Bruce Springsteen, George Harrison and countless others through his pioneering guitar twang