Tony Mottola was an American jazz and pop guitarist with a career spanning over half a century. He played with several big bands in the 1940s before becoming a studio musician, working with artists such as Frank Sinatra and Perry Como. Mottola is known for his warm, smooth tone and proficient technique, which can be heard on his solo recordings, notably "Spanish Guitar" and "Romantic Guitar". His contributions to pop and jazz guitar have left a significant mark on the music industry.