one of my favorite solos ever was dimebag's solo in the ***** (by pantera)...amazing IMO
the dudes got a freaking lit cigarette stuck in his guitar...thats soo badass...
Wow that cover of Cortez was really good.For me, I have to first say: I play guitar myself so I can't be neutral on tthis topic.
In a ballad setting:
The Solo in the Live Album / Movie 'The Song Remains The Same' - Premium Link Upgrade
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In the great field of a bit rouher rock... there is Satriana, then a bit of emoty soace and then some other greta guys, imho.
Check his out of this world solo in this cover of Premium Link Upgrade
Yet - times rolls on, new talent arises!