How to write amazing guitar solos

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Is the guitar solo dead? In this video I'm exploring my view on the guitar solo in modern music!
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@frankgoodmanbuzzholland7517 Жыл бұрын

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

@kano8261 Жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@leonr0 Жыл бұрын

And his beard

@RuudPaas Жыл бұрын

Yes, these passionate music lovers are our Unmet Friends, thanks for that..

@BobPerrone Жыл бұрын

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.

@anviljord Жыл бұрын

@peterhguk Жыл бұрын

I agree with Tooker: the solo guitarist's job is to blow the damn melody away

@larrypower8659 Жыл бұрын

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?

@BobPerrone Жыл бұрын

@@larrypower8659 Especially Harrison, Mike Campbell as well

@BobPerrone Жыл бұрын

@@rheinhardtgrafvonthiesenha8185 I don't disagree, heck I spent 10 years in a jam band as well as jazz and acoustic improv

@jonasjacobsen9702 Жыл бұрын

This solo is just insane. Not cliche at all and so smooth and fits the song so well

@farrukhmuminov3361 Жыл бұрын

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...

@enlnh Жыл бұрын

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.

@Joe_Joe20 Жыл бұрын

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 🇫🇷🤘🏼

@dowaliby1 Жыл бұрын

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!

@ericleschinsky5961 Жыл бұрын

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.

@uniqdzign2 Жыл бұрын

Went and listened to the whole track! Superb match of sound and great licks, as an integral to the song solo. Excellent job Paul!

@jamess3509 Жыл бұрын

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.

@elijahblow30 Жыл бұрын

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.

@RaydioF Жыл бұрын

@@elijahblow30 We’re also in a “singer’s era,” where a lot of pop singers think their voice has to cover every beat.

@jeffparty Жыл бұрын

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.

@davehewlett9249 Жыл бұрын

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

@donaldhatcher8179 Жыл бұрын

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.

@billvilla7799 Жыл бұрын

Paul, I so enjoy watching and listening to your creativity. You are truly a gifted musician...keep on putting great music and content out!

@MarkNealon Жыл бұрын

I was on the fence until that harmonic bend at the end. That really made it 👌

@filipp.23 Жыл бұрын

Your sense of feeling is such an amazing thing! Really feeling the vibes of that fabulous solo

@andrelam7419 Жыл бұрын

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.

@mrcll5124 Жыл бұрын

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!

@MichaelLutzTech Жыл бұрын

An awesome solo Paul and fantastic approach to creating it and using production to truly enhance it. Thanks for breaking it down for us!

@andrewpaulalexander Жыл бұрын

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!

@jopparoad4705 Жыл бұрын

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.

@thearmeddiyer9343 Жыл бұрын

Watched this no less than 5 times and it gives me goose bumps every time. Bravo good sir, Bravo 👏

@vincentjackson3472 Жыл бұрын

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.

@the___dude Жыл бұрын

absolutely loved your solo in that song!! it sounds and feels so fresh

@-privat-6696 Жыл бұрын

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!

@ianfancher Жыл бұрын

The creativity and skill on this solo is amazing. It is unlike any of the typical solos. Blown away!

@edwinjhdzc Жыл бұрын

You're always inspiring man! Cheers! Great chord movement. Combined with the dual/stereo delay, it was delightful to listen to

@ramilrodriguez8340 Жыл бұрын

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.😁

@jcaudio1 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful!, excellent work Paul!

@rcusters Жыл бұрын

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!

@craigwallace Жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredible dude!!! Love your videos and have now added your Spotify songs on my play list! So impressed, as always!

@Togglefree Жыл бұрын

That was brilliant!! Your guitar solo brought more life to that great song!

@stephanegarraud7738 Жыл бұрын

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...

@chrishudd7057 Жыл бұрын

What a lovely feel to that solo..brilliantly explained as always. Great job!!

@eckardsalo1439 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing! Great work Paul!

@ruthhancock7665 10 ай бұрын

Every time I watch your videos, I learn a little something new. Thank you, Paul.

@CB-OneManBand 8 ай бұрын

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 💛💚💙

@pmitchell3430 Жыл бұрын

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....

@hmpsguitar Жыл бұрын

I am once again amazed by you. Your music really gives me a feeling I’ve never felt before.

@jchris_fpv Жыл бұрын

Thank you Paul that you are with us. Keep rocking. Cheers mate 🎸🎸🎸🎸

@KleversonRoyther Жыл бұрын

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!

@lucassargaco186 Жыл бұрын

every video i watch form you i get so inspierd, thank you so much PD !

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@Kyle_R_Wolfe Жыл бұрын

I love this song. Great work paul! That solo is killer too. Fits so well.

@Blue_3rd Жыл бұрын

Simply beautiful, and nicely explained. Cheers!

@Rhethm Жыл бұрын

I can't stop listening to this song it's so good! And your solo is a perfect! 👌

@frankaq3951 Жыл бұрын

That sounded amazing. What beautiful playing, and creativity!

@riggshomestead-fast9524 Жыл бұрын

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!

@jaapsch2 Жыл бұрын

It's a Dutch expression equivalent to "a dime a dozen".

@AHCOSTYA Жыл бұрын

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!

@johnmeli9478 Жыл бұрын

Paul - incredible job, perfect fit and technically top of the chart. You did an amazing solo.

@mikeprytherch8875 Жыл бұрын

Stunning and the sweeping works to perfection

@giovannisganzerla6091 Жыл бұрын

My godness this is pure music, Paul. Well done!

@peterisraelsson9990 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for beeing such an inspiration to creating music. That was truly awesome!👊😃

@jrosspatterson Жыл бұрын

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!

@jacobelliott60 Жыл бұрын

This solo, and the song, is so good! I’ve listened to it dozens of times

@Gulra1z Жыл бұрын

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.

@ShannonBookMusic Жыл бұрын

Paul that solo is amazing and fits beautifully in that space, and most definitely some elegant sweeping lix!!! Great stuff!!! Great grovin tune!!!

@warpgate_x Жыл бұрын

This is one of those rare moments when amazing melody outshines the impecable technique. You're one of a kind Paul ❣️🌻😍

@scottkidwellmusic9175 Жыл бұрын

Well and nicely done, Paul! Thank you for sharing!

@mikegilland Жыл бұрын

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 KZfaq. You have it going on. Hope to hear you in person some day - coming to Florida anytime soon?

@andyjsmith1981 Жыл бұрын

Just listened to the track Paul, absolutely superb! And your guitar solo just lifts the whole song! Great work!!!! 🤘🏻

@telltalesigns Жыл бұрын

This both inspires me as a guitarist and makes me want to put it down and never touch it again. Brilliant.

@borismisquitta7705 Жыл бұрын

The solo just touches my soul...it's soo good Paul!...love it! I repeated that section over 10 times now.

@KitchMusic Жыл бұрын

Really beautiful! Nice work Paul!

@belladonna131 Жыл бұрын

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!!! ❤❤❤🌸🤟

@clpaschke Жыл бұрын

Love this modern take on a solo. Giving me strong Ratatat vibes. Thanks Paul!

@j_krov0973 Жыл бұрын

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 ❤️ !!

@nickmelchionna1284 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully refreshing, love the vibe.

@RezaKaviani11 Жыл бұрын

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❤

@ManuelManjarrez. Жыл бұрын

Superb tone and playing. Superb video editing!

@spucclah8039 5 ай бұрын

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

@xabiguitar Жыл бұрын

Killer work man, sounds too good and fits perfectly on the vibe of the song.

@martymaker Жыл бұрын

Wow. 👏 I could listen to this forever. Out of words. Legend 🙇‍♂

@Zach-yh7kh Жыл бұрын

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! 🙌

@ML11988 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that sounds so smooth!

@jiboz9501 Жыл бұрын

C'est merveilleux Paul !

@InsolentMusicalPeasant Жыл бұрын

Such amazing hands. Outstanding.

@dimitrislivas Жыл бұрын

Actually a very nice approach of modern guitar soloing! Kudos Paul, have a good one! :)

@velvetsteele Жыл бұрын

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.

@seabud6408 Жыл бұрын

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.

@caseystevens6740 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful solo. Very tasteful. Great job Paul

@GeoffSweet Жыл бұрын

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!

@pepperguys Жыл бұрын

So cool solo Paul !! Fantastic

@ajaygeorge4775 Жыл бұрын

Superb! So well crafted,

@sunburstshredder Жыл бұрын

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.

@michajuszkiewicz8520 Жыл бұрын

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.

@1funkyangel Жыл бұрын

Your solo actually fit very well into the context of the song ! 😎🎸🎶

@flowaro Жыл бұрын

I love it too... the guitar is so beautiful and modern, that means fresh, like the song! Chapeau!

@boredom730 Жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL guitar composition

@clivemcdaid8817 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful song and respectful melodic solo. Perfect delivery and tones.

@maeyer Жыл бұрын

That solo fits well; a modern feeling solo that compliments the song, stands out just right without being too busy or showy, great job

@Madbunyip3 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful tasteful and appropriate. Bravo!

@thebraddford2265 Жыл бұрын

Wow Paul, es increíble esto, tu sonido es maravilloso, entre más te escucho tocar más maravillado quedo, mereces cientos de miles de aplausos. 👏👏👏

@DaveDickens 11 ай бұрын

Really beautiful! Cheers Dave

@beckleysteve Жыл бұрын

LoVe your work PaUL ♥

@brito7175 Жыл бұрын

I hope you guys can get together more often because the songs you make together are truly amazing

@pikpik3044 Жыл бұрын

those solo is fire buddy,damn love it sm!🔥

@JeffLearman Жыл бұрын

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.