How to write amazing guitar solos
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- Опубликовано: 8 июн 2024
- Is the guitar solo dead? In this video I'm exploring my view on the guitar solo in modern music!
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What makes Paul David's videos so Great? Charm, Joy, and his lovably right-sized love of Music. You're one of my favorite unmet Friends, thank you! xoxo
Exactly!
And his beard
Yes, these passionate music lovers are our Unmet Friends, thanks for that..
As a soloist for 60 years it is paramount that you work at complimenting the melody and song. In rare circumstances you are tasked with providing a section of guitar virtuosity, but mostly your job is to continue the journey in the song for the audience. I enjoy the craft and the challenges presented when asked to do that.
I agree with Tooker: the solo guitarist's job is to blow the damn melody away
Sometimes that is a soloist’s task; most times, not. Depends on what the composer or producer prefers. George Harrison is the best example of complementing the song. There are many others. Wankery can be both a blessing and a curse, and the question is always this: Is it me that’s most important or the music itself?
@@larrypower8659 Especially Harrison, Mike Campbell as well
@@rheinhardtgrafvonthiesenha8185 I don't disagree, heck I spent 10 years in a jam band as well as jazz and acoustic improv
This solo is just insane. Not cliche at all and so smooth and fits the song so well
You have created the unique sound, which is very warm, sweet and not boring the ears! Now it is becoming very rare when you could hear something unique...
I played the Hopin' non stop when I first heard it and have been excited for another solo from you. This scratches that itch so well. I absolutely love the synth like octave slides and the almost vocal like parts.
Dude, years after years of watching your videos I’m starting to feel deep inside me that you’re one (if not THE one) of the most inspiring guitarist I’ve ever listened. You’re so talented and your guitar playing is always serving the music and sound, not just about being technical and impressively fast. Even though I think your style is probably most impressive than a technical beast machine.
Thank you for being so inspiring! Greetings from France 🇫🇷🤘🏼
Man, that is a jam. It’s impossible not to Bob my head, tap my foot, and pat my hand on the chair. The solo absolute completes the song. I added it to my Apple library. Give me and old school vibe with a new school twist, great combo. I definitely heard some Satrianiesque tones which I love. Bluesy, yet hopeful. And the lyrics made me feel like I would’ve wrote them. Awesome man.
Gosh, what a beautiful song and a creative solo that fits it perfectly. The solo takes you up to the summit of the mountain and then a smooth gentle descent back down. Well done!
I feel like the competitive, creative challenge of writing or learning a solo is unparalleled when learning the language of music. Countless lessons and tutorials have taught me technique but learning solos taught me feel.
I feel like that’s an also a main reason as to why there aren’t any solos in mainstream music nowadays. That, and it “isn’t cool” anymore, plus, artist think they have to fit a mold of 3.5 minute songs so that they have radio playability; and I think it’s really sucked the joy out of a lot of music. A side note as well, (and my personal opinion here), everything is starting to be created with a computer, making it hard to get the idea for a solo, because there isn’t someone in the studio who can, then the thought of a solo doesn’t cross the artist’s mind, for the aforementioned reasons.
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We’re also in a “singer’s era,” where a lot of pop singers think their voice has to cover every beat.
Went and listened to the whole track! Superb match of sound and great licks, as an integral to the song solo. Excellent job Paul!
Truly beautiful and inspiring. The texture achieved with the combination of the playing itself, the multitracking, and the judicious use of effects in that solo is simply breathtaking.
So crafty! Love it! Making a guitar solo work for a song is so much more difficult than one would think. Not to just throw a bunch of shredding at the song and to actually hear the song. It’s always a challenge! Thanks for sharing. Very inspiring
You never cease to amaze. Such beautiful work. I added it to my Apple Music library, as well as Cumulus and Sugar Coated. The guitar solo work on Sugar is a bit more old-school but truly effective and actually raised the hair on my arms when I first heard it. That’s an A+ for me, LOL. I admire not only your skill, but your true musicianship. Everything else can be learned but THAT, in my humble opinion, is a gift.
I was on the fence until that harmonic bend at the end. That really made it 👌
Paul, I so enjoy watching and listening to your creativity. You are truly a gifted musician...keep on putting great music and content out!
Your sense of feeling is such an amazing thing! Really feeling the vibes of that fabulous solo
Wow. This is so good. The hairs on the back of my neck stood up to give a standing ovation after the sweeping part. Very well done Paul. Your musicality is so inspiring.
What an amazing guitar solo that was! Perfectly fitting into the track and you made a superb video about it! I'm so impressed Paul!
An awesome solo Paul and fantastic approach to creating it and using production to truly enhance it. Thanks for breaking it down for us!
That was brilliant…love your videos! You’ve really inspired to me to branch out of my comfort zone and start exploring sides of the guitar that I’ve always been intimidated to even try! I’ve come so far in the last year, more than I thought possible! Thank you so much!
Watched this no less than 5 times and it gives me goose bumps every time. Bravo good sir, Bravo 👏
He Paul! thanks so much for the efforts of yourself and your musical compatriots in the composition of your Spotify catalogue. I discovered the catalogue after watching this video, and since then it has provided me hours of relaxing ambience to my studies.
That's a stunning wee solo that fits beautifully. Well written... and a great tip of the hat to the journey you've been on Paul.
absolutely loved your solo in that song!! it sounds and feels so fresh
The creativity and skill on this solo is amazing. It is unlike any of the typical solos. Blown away!
You have outdone yourself and given another proof of what a brilliant of a guitar player you actually are. I'm completely blown away. Amazing technique and knowledge used exactly in the right place, you just hit the best fitting notes the song needs and yet created an extravagant little solo in a way I never heard it. Definitely gonna take a listen to your new single!
Wow!!! I’m out of words do describe how beautiful and pleasant that solo sound. It’s everything; the tone and effects selection (sound of the guitar), the notes, the techniques, the feel and connection to the song… Love it!!!! Great job man. I would love lo hear you playing one of my amps and guitars.😁
You're always inspiring man! Cheers!
Great chord movement. Combined with the dual/stereo delay, it was delightful to listen to
Beautiful!, excellent work Paul!
Hi Paul, this is an AMAZING solo. I enjoyed listening to it over and over again, and over and over ... I'm not sure, but I spotted a Chris Buck style lick in that solo... the bending with the sliding... I love it... This song definetely needed a solo. I hope you bring more work like that! Keep up the good work!
That was brilliant!! Your guitar solo brought more life to that great song!
Absolutely incredible dude!!! Love your videos and have now added your Spotify songs on my play list! So impressed, as always!
Perfect! Fit so well with the song which is so soothing. Makes me feeling I'm floating in the room.And this last note, you just want to hang with it forever...
What a lovely feel to that solo..brilliantly explained as always. Great job!!
Every time I watch your videos, I learn a little something new. Thank you, Paul.
Absolutely amazing! Great work Paul!
SPECTACULAR!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 So tastey! You're a world-class 'Craftsman' Paul, giving true purpose for each note. To say 'Well done Paul' is an extreme understatement. Your videos are truly inspirational 💛💚💙
I do love the way you broke down the solo especially how you made the octave parts much more interesting. Lots of tasty techniques! Made me pick up my guitar and practice....
I am once again amazed by you. Your music really gives me a feeling I’ve never felt before.
Thank you Paul that you are with us. Keep rocking. Cheers mate 🎸🎸🎸🎸
every video i watch form you i get so inspierd, thank you so much PD !
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Man, what a creative guitarist! As a bass player I really appreciate your thought process and how you used a blend of different techniques (that at least to me aren't so commonly used together) without being too extravagant about it!
I love this song. Great work paul! That solo is killer too. Fits so well.
I can't stop listening to this song it's so good! And your solo is a perfect! 👌
Simply beautiful, and nicely explained. Cheers!
That sounded amazing. What beautiful playing, and creativity!
13 in a dozen is my new favorite saying for something played out. You make it look effortless, my friend, but I know this is something you've put a lot of time and thought into. You're a great teacher, thank you!
It's a Dutch expression equivalent to "a dime a dozen".
YES YES YES! Holy cow this song is on repeat. I wish the solo would make a comeback in this style in modern music! Such intentionality and selflessly considers the song and message as a whole. I love it!
To the casual listener it might seem understated but to those who understand the technicality it couldn't be more over the top. So So Nice!
Stunning and the sweeping works to perfection
Paul - incredible job, perfect fit and technically top of the chart. You did an amazing solo.
My godness this is pure music, Paul. Well done!
Thank you for beeing such an inspiration to creating music. That was truly awesome!👊😃
This solo, and the song, is so good! I’ve listened to it dozens of times
beautifully written and flawlessly performed, would love to try it out myself. this here kinda shows guitar solo is like a backbone to the song and it is eternal it can never die even in hundreds of years into the future.
Paul that solo is amazing and fits beautifully in that space, and most definitely some elegant sweeping lix!!! Great stuff!!! Great grovin tune!!!
This is one of those rare moments when amazing melody outshines the impecable technique. You're one of a kind Paul ❣️🌻😍
Well and nicely done, Paul!
Thank you for sharing!
Just listened to the track Paul, absolutely superb! And your guitar solo just lifts the whole song! Great work!!!! 🤘🏻
Can’t say enough about how great this entire video really is. Paul, you have that “it” factor, both as a guitarist and as a host on RUclips. You have it going on. Hope to hear you in person some day - coming to Florida anytime soon?
This both inspires me as a guitarist and makes me want to put it down and never touch it again. Brilliant.
The solo just touches my soul...it's soo good Paul!...love it! I repeated that section over 10 times now.
Oh wow!!! I was just thinking about you two days ago! My dream has come true!!! I am absorbing as much as possible from your educational videos. I do not play guitar, but I have something like a guitar and listening to music, your videos have given me a much more appreciation and education of what I m hearing. THANK YOU!!! ❤❤❤🌸🤟
Really beautiful! Nice work Paul!
Love this modern take on a solo. Giving me strong Ratatat vibes. Thanks Paul!
Beautifully refreshing, love the vibe.
Zwaaar onder de indruk. Het liedje zelf, jouw plan van aanpak, de toelichting van wat je doet en hoe je het interessant maakt (octaves)! Hele unieke solo die ik al heel vaak geluisterd heb de afgelopen 24uur. Legen......... dary ❤️ !!
i was exploring new music in spotify and I went to yours and parsa's profile and found this song 3 hours ago and LOVED IT !
you guys really should make more music
I love that you are working with a persian boy too! love from iran❤
Superb tone and playing. Superb video editing!
When you hit those harmonics in the solo there were tears in my eyes, this is even better than the hopin’ solo. I haven’t felt so overwhelmed with excitement and satisfaction over a guitar solo like this ever
Killer work man, sounds too good and fits perfectly on the vibe of the song.
Wow. 👏 I could listen to this forever. Out of words. Legend 🙇♂
Wow, that sounds so smooth!
Woww! The level of creativity in this guy is insane!! What a good Solo Paul! It is as good as the one you did in Hopin! 🙌
C'est merveilleux Paul !
Such amazing hands. Outstanding.
This is going to be a favourite guitar solo, which I will enjoy hearing and attempting to learn/ learn from .. for a long time. Thanks for this insight into how to play.
Actually a very nice approach of modern guitar soloing!
Kudos Paul, have a good one! :)
It works. It works perfectly. Not obtrusive or self indulgent at all. It fits. It’s melodic, even lyrical as you say and uplifts the effect of the song as a whole. Love your approach. It shows an uncommonly well balanced ego. Well done.
Beautiful solo. Very tasteful. Great job Paul
So cool solo Paul !! Fantastic
Perfectly complimentary to the song all while highliting an extremely talented player...what more could you ask for. Very modern sounding, yet a subtle nod to the greats of yesteryear. Great stuff Paul!
Superb! So well crafted,
Nice job Paul! In the past it never occurred to me to double a solo, but the way you used it was quite effective, I just might try something like it in the future.
I have to agree. Splendid use of sweeping, impressive without showing off and meticulously effortless. Structure, style, innovation and ingenuity. Great example to bounce ideas off of.
I love it too... the guitar is so beautiful and modern, that means fresh, like the song! Chapeau!
Your solo actually fit very well into the context of the song ! 😎🎸🎶
BEAUTIFUL guitar composition
Beautiful song and respectful melodic solo. Perfect delivery and tones.
Really beautiful! Cheers Dave
That solo fits well; a modern feeling solo that compliments the song, stands out just right without being too busy or showy, great job
Amazing, great job!
LoVe your work PaUL ♥
those solo is fire buddy,damn love it sm!🔥
Beautiful tasteful and appropriate. Bravo!
Wow Paul, es increíble esto, tu sonido es maravilloso, entre más te escucho tocar más maravillado quedo, mereces cientos de miles de aplausos. 👏👏👏
I hope you guys can get together more often because the songs you make together are truly amazing
Beautiful…sits perfectly in the song. Just masterful!
I had to listen to it again right away, with my eyes closed. Only later did I notice that the name of the song is "blind." I particularly liked the section where he makes a strat sound like a sarod (Indian fretless stringed instrument with metal fingerboard played with the fingernail against the string.) Truly awesome and David has every reason to be proud.
Awesome Paul, love it!