The Stooges: Search and Destroy - '70s Guitar Solos

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The Stooges: Search and Destroy

James Williamson's left-speaker shredding on this song breaks with the decade's more melodic tradition. It also breaks with the band's tradition—this was his first album as the Stooges' lead guitarist, with his predecessor Ron Asheton moving to bass duties. "He had that blistering sound, attack, and ragged approach, yet amazing note choices," Gillard says. "This song's chord progressions and riffs can't be beat, either." In short, it's as lean, mean, and dirty as the lead singer.

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Guitarist: James Williamson
Album: Raw Power
Year: 1973
Length of solo: :23
Guitar used: Gibson Les Paul
Where recorded: CBS Studios, London
Alternate YouTube version: Live, 1973 [audio only]

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