Geordie Walker, known for his steadfast role as the guitarist for Killing Joke throughout the band’s entire existence from 1979 until his death in 2023, was far from a household name in the shallow, fickle world of pop music and rock ’n’ roll fandom. Hell, his name barely seems to register within the greater guitar player community except among a discerning and knowing few.
However, his impact, influence and respect is much more far-reaching than most guitarists realize, spanning several generations of players. Jeff Beck, Metallica, Foo Fighters, Helmet, Fear Factory and Prong recorded covers of Killing Joke songs. Jimmy Page was a huge fan.
