“Duane Eddy twanged the thang in the late 50s and 60s and you can hear his character sound appearing throughout the decades of popular music.” Jimmy Page pays tribute to the 'Titan of Twang'

Jimmy Page and Duane Eddy.

Jimmy Page has paid a touching tribute to Duane Eddy, the rock 'n' trailblazer and guitar hero, who passed away earlier this week.

Led Zeppelin's former bandleader, producer and guitarist posted a message of condolence on Instagram, saluting both Eddy's character and influence.