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Guitar solos performed poorly can come across as the most self-indulgent form of music. Everything halts for a moment to focus on the obvious prowess of one individual, which often doesn’t integrate well with the rest of the track or exhibit any particular flair. That’s what makes it all the more special when artists transcend this egotistical mindset and deliver solos that are iconic, technically impressive, and beautiful to listen to. Here are five examples of this phenomenon:
A great starting point is the collaboration between Eric Clapton and Duane Allman on “Layla.” These two guitar geniuses worked together so brilliantly that people said they had a kind of telepathy. In this track, both of them get solos, allowing each to shine and showcasing Allman’s exceptional bottleneck slide skills as well. There may be individual tracks by both artists that arguably display more talent, but it’s the collaborative nature of their work on “Layla” that makes it truly remarkable.
Another shred hero worth mentioning is Joe Satriani. His work as a mentor to Vai is evident, and his solos have gained even more fame. “Surfing with the Alien” is a classic example of soloing at its best. … ...Read the rest.
“The Best Guitar Solos of All Time”
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