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Title: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: johnnYYac on Mar 21, 2011, 10:35 PM
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FLEETWOOD MAC/Lindsey Buckingham~I'm So Afraid (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FylgJDdGDeY#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: johnnYYac on Mar 21, 2011, 10:37 PM
Ten Years After Live @ Woodstock 1969 I'm Going Home (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imRmFQ60DQc#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: woodnymph on Mar 21, 2011, 10:56 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Mar 21, 2011, 10:37 PM
Ten Years After Live @ Woodstock 1969 I'm Going Home (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imRmFQ60DQc#)
KaPOWWWWW  :o

Solid vids, Johnny!!! Rockin' out to 'em now!
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Jaimoe on Mar 22, 2011, 07:21 AM
Game, set and match folks.

Hendrix's greatest performance and in my opinion, the finest goosebump-inducing single note in the history of guitar solos (at 4:18, but play the freaking song all the way through. Note: the bridge section was ripped by Jimmy Page and turned into "No Quarter").

Jimi Hendrix - Machine Gun (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53Ib6Bktwgk#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Tracy 2112 on Mar 22, 2011, 09:13 AM
Quote from: Jaimoe on Mar 22, 2011, 07:21 AM
Game, set and match folks.

Hendrix's greatest performance and in my opinion, the finest goosebump-inducing single note in the history of guitar solos (at 4:18, but play the freaking song all the way through. Note: the bridge section was ripped by Jimmy Page and turned into "No Quarter").

Jimi Hendrix - Machine Gun (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53Ib6Bktwgk#)

:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: .Walt on Mar 22, 2011, 11:44 AM
Since Jaimoe won, I'm going with the most amazing guitar solo with short shorts.

Frank Zappa Stevie's spanking featuring Steve Vai live duet version (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8U9Lqki7Y9k#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Tracy 2112 on Mar 22, 2011, 12:02 PM
Eric Clapton Shreds (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_M9zWORBuA#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: el_chode on Mar 22, 2011, 12:09 PM
Here are a few of my favorite non MMJ related ones:

I love the way Mascis starts this one with the fuzzy-bend

Dinosaur Jr. "We're Not Alone" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOB0pO9vZKc#)

I'm not really sure if this counts as a solo or not but I think this is one of the modern wonders of live performance, like Steam Engine and Lay Low:

Wilco - At Least That's What You Said - The Wiltern - 6/22/09 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UP2UqYjBu7M#)

One of the most beautiful songs ever written done even more beautifully than the original, in my opinion at least:

Stevie Ray Vaughan Little Wing (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAG-kX_IlUw#)

Obvious choice:

Cortez the Killer -Neil Young.. live Rust (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSj5yOK_mt4#)

A CHILD WITHOUT AN EYE

Ween - Buckingham Green live from chicago (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-oYMsoCc1g#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: el_chode on Mar 22, 2011, 12:11 PM
Continuing the Zappafication:

Frank Zappa - Watermelon in Easter Hay (HQ) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_F36BafKis#)
Frank Zappa - Black Napkins (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c-NMnYhM3Q#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: bluesky on Mar 22, 2011, 12:13 PM
Awe no sound on my computer at work  :( and there is no way of talking anyone else here into letting me listen to Zappa!
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: el_chode on Mar 22, 2011, 12:33 PM
Quote from: bluesky on Mar 22, 2011, 12:13 PM
Awe no sound on my computer at work  :( and there is no way of talking anyone else here into letting me listen to Zappa!

Don't talk them into it. If they don't find that version of Watermelon to be absolutely beautiful, you can safely assume they've got no soul
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Jaimoe on Mar 22, 2011, 01:15 PM
I think Zappa's most perfect solo is from the live "Inca Roads", from You Can't Do That On Stage Anymore, Vol II. Part of this solo was lifted and re-edited onto the inferior studio version heard on One Size Fits All.
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Jaimoe on Mar 22, 2011, 01:23 PM
FUNKADELIC Maggot Brain - Eddie Hazel & Michael Hampton (Maryland 1983) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXq4GlHgROQ#)



Buckethead Best Live Solo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iw3TT0E0uwU#)


And the only guitarist that can make me laugh, and cry, during the same song: The late great genius, Lenny Breau:

Lenny Breau - Vision (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-B06-pRjTY#)


Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: johnnYYac on Mar 22, 2011, 02:35 PM
Is it an optical illusion, or does the neck of Lenny Breau's guitar seem wider than average?  I never noticed a variation of that sort.

Some exceptional talent on this thread.  I was inspired to start it last night when I happened upon Fleetwood Mac "live" on Palladia.  I'd always been intrigued by L. Buckingham's fingering on his acoustic/electric hybrid and forgot how he goes stratospheric on that 5+ minute solo.  Next to come to mind was Alvin Lee.  I knew you guys could take it from there.
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Ruckus on Mar 22, 2011, 02:47 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Mar 22, 2011, 02:35 PM
Is it an optical illusion, or does the neck of Lenny Breau's guitar seem wider than average?  I never noticed a variation of that sort.

Some exceptional talent on this thread.  I was inspired to start it last night when I happened upon Fleetwood Mac "live" on Palladia.  I'd always been intrigued by L. Buckingham's fingering on his acoustic/electric hybrid and forgot how he goes stratospheric on that 5+ minute solo.  Next to come to mind was Alvin Lee.  I knew you guys could take it from there.
Well classical guitars typically have wider necks with less tapering and it looks like there is at least and extra string in there.  I'm sure that would help create your illusion.  I know nothing about Lenny Breau.  I'm sure Jaimoe will set it straight
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: el_chode on Mar 22, 2011, 02:54 PM
That is a very interesting looking guitar, especially up close. Definitely a 7 string (maybe 8? can't see the tuning pegs on the other side).

It looks like some sort of acoustic-electric classical/spanish guitar.
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Jaimoe on Mar 22, 2011, 06:51 PM
Quote from: Ruckus on Mar 22, 2011, 02:47 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Mar 22, 2011, 02:35 PM
Is it an optical illusion, or does the neck of Lenny Breau's guitar seem wider than average?  I never noticed a variation of that sort.

Some exceptional talent on this thread.  I was inspired to start it last night when I happened upon Fleetwood Mac "live" on Palladia.  I'd always been intrigued by L. Buckingham's fingering on his acoustic/electric hybrid and forgot how he goes stratospheric on that 5+ minute solo.  Next to come to mind was Alvin Lee.  I knew you guys could take it from there.

Well classical guitars typically have wider necks with less tapering and it looks like there is at least and extra string in there.  I'm sure that would help create your illusion.  I know nothing about Lenny Breau.  I'm sure Jaimoe will set it straight

Near the end of his life (he was allegedly murdered), Breau played a custom 7-string guitar. He mastered bluegrass and country picking styles at a very young age, but also mastered classical and of course jazz. Having this custom guitar enabled him to perform in almost any style, and be progressive at the same time too. Fans of jazz should really research Breau. His admirers include George Benson, Tal Farlow, Roy Aldridge, Richard Cotten and Chet Atkins (he was great friend and collaborator with Lenny; Lenny named his son after Chet).
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: FiddleCastro on Mar 22, 2011, 11:48 PM
Quote from: Tracy 2112 on Mar 22, 2011, 12:02 PM
Eric Clapton Shreds (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_M9zWORBuA#)

;D I also like the Santana one, too  ;D

santana shreds (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BrLEuzVCVQ#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Ruckus on Mar 23, 2011, 01:54 AM
It's sad that there isn't that much footage of the the great Randy Rhoads.  So much rock music until his time was so rooted in the blues that to see such a young classically trained virtuoso delve into the metal world was something else.  I wish I got to see him.

My favorite solo of his and many would argue as much.  Don't mind the camera work and the bassist thumping his E string. ;D

Nice teaser at 2:15 and then the deal at 4:20
Ozzy Osbourne & Randy Rhoads- Mr Crowley (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGdstwaxhcU#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Tracy 2112 on Mar 23, 2011, 10:52 AM
Robin Trower

One of my favs. He'll show you a couple of things here along the way. Too bad the camera man was into showing Robin's porn faces over what he is playing.

robin trower - little bit of sympathy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWNskvTkhJA#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: MarkW on Mar 24, 2011, 02:16 PM
Quote from: FiddleCastro on Mar 22, 2011, 11:48 PM
Quote from: Tracy 2112 on Mar 22, 2011, 12:02 PM
Eric Clapton Shreds (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_M9zWORBuA#)

;D I also like the Santana one, too  ;D


When those two guys get together, it's even more amazing:

Eric Clapton Shreds with Carlos Santana (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_E6fJTCKC0#ws)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: el_chode on Mar 24, 2011, 02:28 PM
Talk about two guys who really destroyed their good name with their latter-day sins.
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Ruckus on Mar 25, 2011, 07:32 PM
Talk about two guys that didn't. ;)

Dragonforce - Through The Fire And Flames (Video) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jgrCKhxE1s#noexternalembed)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Jaimoe on Mar 26, 2011, 09:18 AM
Quote from: el_chode on Mar 24, 2011, 02:28 PM
Talk about two guys who really destroyed their good name with their latter-day sins.

Clapton began his iconic self-destruction in the '80s and '90s highlighted by his collaborations with Phil Collins and Babyface whereas we all know Santana's downward roll began with Supernatural.
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Jaimoe on Mar 26, 2011, 09:56 AM
The late great Danny Gatton everyone: Turn up your speakers and try not to giggle like a fool when you watch this. They didn't call him The Humbler for nothing. :



Redneck Jazz Explosion - Danny Gatton (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGGE4CrPvjU#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: Crispy on Mar 26, 2011, 10:48 PM
Roy Buchanan.  :o

Roy Buchanan - Live From Austin Texas (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMcjPZgK9GM#)
Title: Re: Amazing Guitar Solos
Post by: TheBigChicken on Mar 26, 2011, 11:22 PM
Quote from: Crispy on Mar 26, 2011, 10:48 PM
Roy Buchanan.  :o

Roy Buchanan - Live From Austin Texas (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMcjPZgK9GM#)




Big RB fan...that guy was the real deal....great book about him called An American Axe