For years I've heard guitarists heap plaudits on Beck so I assumed he must be really good. I've not heard much by him but most of what I've heard hasn't been very enjoyable. Hi Ho Silver Lining has one of the worst solos I've ever heard, She's a Woman is just terrible and Gets Us All In the End is nothing short of embarassing. Only the tracks I've heard from Truth were worth listening to.
I like Cream but Clapton's solo career leaves me cold. That horrible ooo-wee-ooo-ooo-wee phrase he plays on Wonderful Tonight makes me want to listen to Throbbing Gristle (and I don't even like Throbbing Gristle).
I like Page's sloppiness, extra long guitar strap, dragon flared trousers and violin bow. I also really like his acoustic playing and his production skills.