While I think that both of the above musicians are worth candidates, (Robert Johnson and Louis Armstrong), but since I listen to Rock mostly, I would nominate Bob Dylan.
(He is not really my favorite, but between all the musicians who do idolize him, and/or those musicians who emulate his style, I think he is worthy of consideration.
My two cents worth.
(He is not really my favorite, but between all the musicians who do idolize him, and/or those musicians who emulate his style, I think he is worthy of consideration.
My two cents worth.