I am relatively new to GJ and have been enjoying the playing of Tchavolo Scmitt and Favino Lorier. It's very bouncy, full of energy and I seem to be able to make sense of it and incorporate it into my own playing more so than other styles. I can hear that Favino has borrowed a lot from Tchavolo. The question is what am I missing in the middle? Any other players I should be aware of? Is there a general Alsace style where I can hear more of this? (Unfortunately, I cannot just go to Alsace to find out!)
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If you are talking about the Alsace/Forbach region then I would say the originator/godfather of that style is the great Dorado Schmitt. From there you have his sons Amati and Samson. Other great players from the region to check out are: Brady Winterstein, Pansch Weiss, and Mike Reinhardt.
For rhythm guitar you have Hono Winterstein, Popots Winterstein, and Benji Winterstein.
Mandino Reinhardt comes to mind, especially his album Digo o dives.
Mito Loeffler also.
I believe Yorgui Loeffler is from Alsace, but he is also heavily influenced by the Dutch style.
Of course Yorgui Loeffler! I can't believe I forgot to mention him.
Some other players to check out are Dino Mehrstein and Francko Mehrstein.
Biréli Lagrène was born just north of Strasbourg in Alsace. I've seen Francko Mehrstein play rhythm guitar with Dorado and he is rock solid.
Moreno.