Rhea Thompson

Biography

One Of The UK's Most Respected Guitarists

Rhea Thompson is a highly successful touring guitarist and one of the UK's most respected upcoming guitarists. She has shared stages with renowned artists and bands including W.A.S.P., KK's Priest, Steel Panther, Saxon and many more. Her work and career have been featured in leading music publications including Guitar World, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer, Kerrang! and Powerplay.

Rhea began playing guitar at just nine years old and, by sixteen, was already collaborating with internationally recognised musicians including Michael Angelo Batio, as well as featuring in Guitar World magazine.

At eighteen, she began an international touring career, performing across the world and appearing at major festivals including Download, Bloodstock, Steelhouse Festival and Stonedead.

In 2026, Rhea was featured in a five-page spread in Guitar World alongside guitar legend K.K. Downing, formerly of Judas Priest, with whom she has worked closely.

Alongside her touring career, Rhea works as a session guitarist across a diverse range of genres, including rock, indie and funk. Her work encompasses both live and studio performances, collaborating with artists and projects across the industry.