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All Time Greatest
Guitar Solos Ever
The term expressivity takes up new meanings whenever
the name guitar solo is mentioned. Guitar Solos are like a
crown for every passionate number which speaks of various
emotions that cannot be spoken in words. It actually elevates
a song and makes it the main tune instead of the main song
lines itself. Unlike piano solos or a violin solo which are
more of the softer side, the guitar solo has a plethora of
emotions involved with it. Literally every emotion which the
songwriter would want to express in the song can be reflected
in the solo. Classic rock in particular has had the credit of
some fantastic guitar solos which every music lover could
relate to. We bring you the list of some greatest guitar solos of
all time that can make the winters even more pleasurable to
experience!
Stairway to Heaven- Jimmy Page- Led Zeppelin: This
marvelous song is a book in itself with those mesmerizing
lines and thoughtful lyrics. The composition has so many
hues that the new colors emanate whenever we hear it afresh.
The guitar solo which comes in between transforms the
melancholic ballad into a power packed rock song for sure! In
short the guitar solo is a thoughtful bridge that the listener
needs to walk over.
Sweet Child of Mine- Slash- Guns N Roses: Axl Rose might
have been on the limelight with his sultry vocals that would
melt anyone’s heart but it is the supremely talented Slash
who takes over this song with his riveting guitar solo. He
brings out an inexplicable awe to the entire song which would
have been just another love song otherwise.
Crazy Train- Randy Rhodes- Ozzy Osbourne: Just as the
name says, the song’s guitar solo brings out every bit of
craziness possible. With swift yet appealing playing, Randy
Rhodes brings out a mesmerizing madness to the entire
composition!
Sultans of Swing- Mark Knofler- Dire Straits: Speak of
eternal classiness, speak of Dire Straits. The British band has
everything extremely stylish when it comes to lyrics, playing
of guitar, the riffs and the rendition of course! The song has
the greatest guitar solo which goes on and on as if it is an
extempore expression.
Eruption- Eddie Van Halen- Van Halen: The band might be
known worldwide for the famous song Jump, but Eruption is
a fantastic song by itself. The tapping sections and tantalizing
rhythm add to the suaveness of the song. Van Halen can get
louder and the guitar solos can become even more magical!
Europa- Carlos Santana: Santana is greatly known for his
spontaneous and guitar playing that is beyond rule and
predictability. He believes in the soul form of playing and
Europa just brings out that mystical aspect of guitar playing.
Light My Fire-Robby Krieger- The Doors: Jim Morrison
was one breathtaking legend who is known for his
unconventional approach towards music and songwriting.
His velvety voice might bring out the stylish appeal to the
song which is followed by the funky
keyboard, but it is the guitar solo which
takes the front seat. Robby Krieger goes
much beyond the limits to bring out a
fantastic guitar magic!
While My Guitar Gently Weeps- Eric
Clapton- The Beatles: The pioneer
of classic rock, The Beatles had everything but the
best. With mesmerizing vocalist, song writers,
and excellent sense of rhythm, the song takes a
magical front seat with the passionate guitar solo
by the legendary Eric Clapton. This solo brings out a
breathtaking new dimension to melancholy.
Cemetery Gates- Dimebag Darrell- Pantera: Being
predominantly known as the metal pioneer, Pantera
is known for head banging music which strikes a
thoughtful chord in terms of lyrics. But Cemetery Gates
starts out in a slow note but takes a giant leap with the
guitar solo! Dimebag Darrell goes out of the way to express
the best possible!
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