AC/DC's ANGUS YOUNG! 4 Things that make HIS Solos AWESOME!

The mighty Angus Young has recorded some of the most exciting and memorable rock and roll guitar solos ever... in this video, I'll break down 4 key things Angus does consistently when he solos!
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[@caloss2]

One of the best pieces of advice I was given by Ed Speight at MI London was "sing your solo's under your breath, you'll run out of breath before you run out of ideas" it really helped me over the years

[@hendrix5757]

I apologize ahead of time if asking you to honor this seemingly arduous request to elaborate and breakdown the meaning of this quote appears a bit naive on my part, but I'm really interested in learning the lesson and what melodic aspects this piece of advice most applies to. If you don't mind, that is...

[@caloss2]

@@hendrix5757 I don't think I know a way to make more clear than Ed said it and I've already written it.

[@chrissoares23]

More of these would be awesome Pete! Thanks.

[@StealthParrot]

I second that request

[@MachineGunManUFMS]

Absolutely. King EVH next, please!

[@tfford]

Ditto ! This genre of video could be a whole new series for you Pete. Provided of course you can get past the youtube copyright filters as another viewer posted :) But your pal Rick Beato manages it with his “What makes this song great” series. So there must be possibilties. Look forward to more “What makes this solo great” or “What makes this player different” type videos from you. YOUR attitude and observations can present things in another light. Inspiring, educational and entertaining. 💪

[@MichaelWilson-ri9pn]

Evh

[@cass7142]

Randy Rhoads next ... P L E A S E ? ? ? ? ? ?

[@MatsDagerlind]

Angus is a master at playing what I would call bread and butter rock guitar and also with a guitar sound that is kind of the template for rock. On top of that he's a one of a kind original as a stage performer. You don't need to be a guitar player or have any understanding of what is easy or hard to play to like his playing, it's pure rock energy that goes directly to that teenage rebel soul you have inside no matter how old you get. I just love him.

[@trsullens1978]

I couldn't have said it better then listen he's guys forever or my favorite band when I was 10 years old and it just spoke to me and get you moving man never have I come across a band that gets you toe tappin like this band and now I'm 45 and I've come back to him. Uncle it's going to be a sad day when the world has no more Angus Young. Although mist of time does feel like an official we're done album. I get emotional just thinking about it time goes by too fast

[@Strugen.]

Angus and Malcolm always had a natural feel for blues. Some people are very gifted

[@MeTuLHeD]

The 'You Shook Me All Night Long' solo is brilliantly structured imo. It has a beginning, middle and end. It's actually going somewhere...not just a string of notes.

[@rollingtones1298]

Switches from a minor to major licks. Beauty

[@mattgilbert7347]

Agreed. That's one of those solos you can "sing" , it's not just a few patterns strung together.

[@72sidler]

His vibrato is definitely awesome.

[@TheMichaelseymour]

well said. Been some great vibrato players ..but i cant think of one with as much energy . Its really hard to emulate - it seems to be a shade quicker than normal...yep, its magic

[@WatchesnguitarsDK]

Yes! It's smooth and agressive! And it isn't too wide. Just awesome!

[@WiserInTime]

Yes! I've said it so many times: one of the best vibratos in rock.

[@rollingtones1298]

His vibrato on upward bends is fucking incredible!!

[@matthogan-jones117]

Angus is my favourite vibrato ever. This video is sadly all the obvious points, but the Angus vibrato is the key. Also, having Malcolm there to write the rhythm parts helped I reckon ;)

[@TRGP331]

These four reasons are much of what makes Angus one of the great lead guitarists in all of rock n roll. His phrasing is second to none.

[@ronnieDshman18]

Woah dude that’s actually badass. Most people cant do the full angus, great job

[@jimwoodard64]

I was a teen when my cousins played me "Let There Be Rock" off "If You Want Blood" album. A few months later, the little band that could, AC/DC released "Highway to Hell" in the US and my mother was furious, telling me to find a different song to listen to, so "Girls Got Rhythm" was this 15 year old's favorite tune. I was lucky enough to see them on the "Back in Black" and "For Those About to Rock" tours soon after, but I never got the chance to see Bon Scott live with the band. Angus was my idol though, and continues to be to this day. Thanks for this analysis. I try to tell other guitarists and students that if you're going to play a solo that people remember, it's something they can hum or sing. You see the way the crowd in Rio reacts to Iron Maiden, they're singing every single riff! The guitar can sing a language that transcends words. Awesome video yet again, Pete!

[@wesleyamltd]

SOLO: Beginning, middle and end. There needs to be a story.

[@hybridnoisebloom]

I think what I like most about Angus' solos is his variety. He has a very good musical vocabulary and with that, he shapes his solos to the songs. He changes speeds, scales, and dynamics to take us on little roller coaster rides, as Pete alludes to. He's very musical and fun to listen to. He doesn't have obvious bad habits, either--he's not endlessly recycling old riffs he's done millions of times before. His solos are mostly about note choices rather than technique. I think that's why he's one of the greatest.

[@autoazure]

Angus and the rest of the band have been raised on Rock and playing live. I met them in 1978 when they came over to the UK for a speculative tour (i.e. very few pre-arranged dates). They played live almost every night, anywhere they could. This honed their sound, tightness and recipe for success! Hard work, talent and single-mindedness paid off! Always ploughed their own furrow and thankfully, no manufactured band syndrome with these gen guys! Rock on AC/DC!

[@ssdravidian]

The biggest thing in Angus's playing, something that most people overlook very often is Malcolm...his sense of rhythm and his technique of punching out those riffs definitely added to Angus's impact as a solo guitarist....IMHO..

[@TavaresProject]

I agree totally about the too many notes thing. A ton of very talented players out there but they over play and don't do enough different things that give personality to a guitar solo. Great video Pete. Cheers!

[@pmcate2]

Angus just had a really great ability to write solos that really complimented the songs.

[@ruok3351]

Acdc songs is the holy grail introduction to rock for any guitar beginners

[@RealReado]

It’s like punctuation in language. Great video as ever Pete.

[@BlackRoomful]

Love Angus seem him play so many times here in Australia back in the day local pubs etc the best times mate

[@thebatigs7087]

Glad to see you got past the copyright police! Excellent video.

[@rettersp]

His phrasig is just unbeatable... He is the best story teller with the guitar. To do so, you need a lot of imagination. Thanks for the video and the tips.

[@loodakrawa7768]

Hi Pete, amazing insights! Also, I just watched Deadpool 2 and you were great as Cable

[@BenBreeg1138]

Amazing how great playing is timeless. I have been listening to AC/DC for over 35 years but my 9 year old loves them just as much with no prodding.

[@Javier-qk7ms]

Another tip from Pete: Practice using the same t-shirt you will use on stage ;)

[@solarpoint1]

Thanks for the content Pete. Always awesome.

[@chrisseanbaldwin]

Great stuff Pete, thanks brother!

[@wavetech_]

I love these videos man. I replayed that insta clip a million times! Great insight!

[@timothycormier3494]

Good stuff man! Thanks!!

[@fatherjacques]

Great video! We need more like that.

[@melvynobrien6193]

Informative and entertaining. Good stuff.

[@TheBenb1999]

Wow, great video. Definitely learned a lot.

[@carlhansen4837]

Always a treat, thanks Pete!

[@dyamariv3628]

Man, I loved this video Pete!! You should do more of these..Awesome playing too BTW!

[@JonasSweden1]

Great video Pete, thanks for posting!

[@TejasShane]

Great vid Pete, thanks!

[@rocktopher101]

I’ve got solo homework now. I’ve been inspired! Thanks Pete!

[@scottw9732]

All Hail! Great vid, Pete. Thanks!

[@joelrenaud6225]

Great video man, enjoyed the breakdown!

[@Panch21]

Awesome stuff man!!!!

[@ricomajestic]

Great analysis Pete! Love videos like this.

[@jasonkerr931]

Tons of fun, Pete! Thank you!

[@nickknirk]

Great video! More of these!

[@letsgofuckingcrazy]

Tks for bringing this to us Pete.

[@Greg-rd8qr]

So amazing Pete!! You are the best!! Product demos, and everything else you do, is Top shelf! Can't wait for the next 1

[@dirty-thunder-struck5]

Awesome dude! Thank you for the lesson.

[@AljonGo]

Another great video Pete. Love Angus! ⚡⚡⚡⚡

[@ajlsrv5490]

This is great!! Thanks so much for your many videos!! Long live Angus!!

[@TheNorthernChris]

Brilliant vid. Tons of info in bite sized pieces. This is a great format for learning. Thanks Pete.

[@steelpainter]

These are excellent pointers for music full stop. Jazz, classical, world music, traditional folk - the works. Thanks Pete.

[@davidhoxit4274]

I really like this video, thanks Pete!

[@andyracer20]

One of your best videos! Great analysis! Cheers from YYC

[@TropicalReflections]

Great analysis and points Pete! Really enjoyed this video. Hope you do some more videos with similar theme.

[@SWIFTY5150]

Great advice! Thanks!

[@JulesFox]

Bad-assery and humour. Nailed it. Great video Pete, you called out all the key elements to Angus's solo composition. Well done.

[@dougfa3515]

Great analysis! There's so much to learn from Angus!

[@JDGreen916]

Guitar players doing "too much all at once" is THE thing right now. Everyone's in a big hurry to show off loads of technique in short videos, and phrasing is getting lost.

[@AaronKaiMCDNLD]

check out math rock for example.

[@willdenham]

Pete has such humility. He blamed his attention span for a possible reason why he tunes out on busy shredding. It's not you Pete, you're dead on about crafting phrases and space.

[@david_a_uno]

Holy....!!! That solo amazing, and you sooooo brought it. Thank you.

[@tmitz73]

What a great video Pete!!! Yeah Angus, Memorable, tasteful, melodic, and badass!!! The soundtrack of our lives!!! Great concepts that work!! Have a great weekend and thanks for the great Vid!

[@jtm45stratman69]

Awesome advice as always!!

[@johndef5075]

By the time he hits the end of his solo the band just explodes. Like Have a Drink On Me.❤

[@fmorin71234]

So true

[@QuistJam]

Great playing and video Pete!

[@kyesparks277]

So cool to look into the technical side of things. Thanks for the incredible tips.

[@idhindsight]

Fantastic insight Pete!

[@smellytele9629]

These are the exact same points I've been sharing with students for many years. Great vid!

[@Jamesembertonguitar1]

Hey pete great video, really informative more of these style vids would be great! Love Angus young such a cool player all these years later.

[@JenniferPricci]

Awesome video! Love the major / minor stuff and the Walsh parallel was super cool. All hail Pete Thorn!

[@garyarnold602]

I think this is going to go down as one of the most important guitar lessons I've ever had. Thanks Pete. You nailed it for me

[@richmonksgtr]

Brilliant analysis. Great advice.

[@johno1405]

Great video. Great playing

[@karimba45]

Great video Pete!

[@MichaelWilson-ri9pn]

Perfect man. Thank you

[@Mistertbones]

Angus is one of my all time favorites. I love how his solos build up, and how he always brings it back at the end.

[@keithcarter9396]

Great analysis of the Angus attitude. Very listenable and great playing as usual.

[@joemagers5793]

I've been putting in some effort trying to learn some Angus. This video helps a lot. Clear and concise. Quality content, Pete! thx

[@adammeisterhans4806]

I really appreciate this video. These are really important points that are very well articulated. I've learned a lot from Angus and Malcolm's guitar playing - mostly the deliberate, brilliance of their interplay, their singularity of intention, importance on right hand discipline, and how damn in tune they are. Angus' bends (especially the double stops) are so in tune they almost sound like a harmonica. I dig your playing, your channel, and your insights. Cheers!

[@sam4667]

I have been having this conversation with a friend for a while now and we were just talking about it again the other day! Dynamics, building the excitement and it always tells a story and takes you somewhere. Brilliant Pete.

[@hochha]

Thank you Pete, how you produce so many demos and now instructional productions of quality in what less than a week makes me think you have help how else could you be so prolific, ya that's it.

[@bobbaumeister5243]

Excellent analysis Pete! Angus breathes and speaks like no other in his game. He is completely himself. Also Paul Gilbert has recognized this and plays today with more soul. This even develops the sound. Great that you integrate this into your guitar playing. My appreciation goes to you!

[@jezzbass1826]

Thanks Pete!

[@clgmafnas]

Awesome lesson on an awesome player! Thanks Pete! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@jimgrill]

Angus is the master of mixing major and minor. Great breakdown!

[@micwalt]

Great stuff!

[@metalfather8139]

your guitar playing has feeling and i appreciate your studio tips

[@MadMax_1984]

Angus is a beast, so much soul in his playing- Nobody can play exactly like him. Well almost nobody

[@MillerCustomGuitars]

Great video with great tips, Pete! The rock-n-roll tones in this video are no joke! Phenomenal sounds!

[@PeteThorn]

SG straight into PT15 IR, taking the direct out of the amplifier right into my Apollo interface. Celestion 4-12” greenback IR for speaker sim (hosted in the amp of course!) 😎

[@Dorian2ification]

Thanks for the Master Class Pete.

[@PaulMatthewMusic1]

That tone! Always great playing!

[@carlcraig3974]

Great video Pete. I have always loved AC/DC since the 70s.

[@dapperdanman1956]

Positively my favorite Guitarist, who can range in any musical direction! That is Pete thorn! cheers to this beautiful craft. This ability to play a lead in, a verse, chorus, lead and back within a 4 min (or so) is Paramount radio possiblity

[@AdamGotheridge]

Great video, great lesson, great tone and great playing.

[@mwagliardo]

Never thought of Angus as a master of phrasing, although as you point out he very much is. The music is so enjoyable I just take it in and smile! Good job Pete, awesome

[@PeteThorn]

Thanks Mike!

[@hpharley90]

I agree what was said before me. id like to see more like this. also. thank you. great job and very cool.

[@MAP448]

Thank you Pete

[@casperboo5465]

Awesome Pete, Thank you for this , Awesome, Cheers

[@jasonjohnson4170]

I agree completely with this entire video. Especially number 4

[@dwrdyts]

Well done!

[@trsullens1978]

Awesome video man thanks for breaking it all down you did a great job

[@tomaslundstrom4622]

Great video!

[@CFL671]

Thanks for the tips Pete and thanks for giving me an idea of how he plays those solos

[@alanbarry3598]

Thoroughly dug this video!

[@Bobby_Digital37]

Awesome video and awesome T-shirt!!!