Frank Zappa showcased his emotional side on this classic guitar instrumental.

If there’s one reason why classic rock is beloved today, it likely has to do with the electric guitar. But to be even more specific, it probably has something to do with the electric lead guitar solo.

Olivia Rodrigo launched her 2026 Unraveled Tour with a custom one-of-one heart-shaped guitar and a surprise lead-guitar solo during "Maggots for Brains." ...

Within a rock band, there are usually defined roles. Even among groups with multiple guitarists. Often, one covers the rhythm parts while the other takes the lead. For example, Izzy Stradlin and Slash ...

That's right, people, it's time to shred. Far from being an inaccessible feature of guitar-based music of all stripes, and decades before you try any ridiculous lead lines belonging to some of the ...

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For any music aficionado, guitar solos are an intrinsic highlight of rock history. Often, they form the most memorable sequence of an already great song, like hot fudge on a delicious sundae. Other ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Guitar music is a ubiquitous feature of popular music, ...

Chances are, any self-respecting lead rock guitarist will tell you that solos are the place where they can truly shine — where they can wield their instrument as an extension of themselves and make ...

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