Randy Rhoads Style Diary of a Madman Guitar Solo
Written by Edward Cupler
Randy Rhoads guitar solo from Diary of a Madman is one of my favorite solos. The use of an unusual scales coupled with the deep reverb creates a mood that fits this song perfectly. Displaying not only Randy's technique but also his song writing ability and musical maturity. As I said, this solo uses an unusual scale, (A B C D# E F G#) for the last part he uses a traditional pentatonic scale for a quick standard rock lick. I have broken this up into four parts with each part played slowly. I also have an example of the completed solo with a rhythm track and also a rhythm track with no solo for practice purposes.
Audio examples:
Now Available Speed Lives 3 by Michael Angelo
Speed Lives 3, The Neoclassical Zone
Michael Angelo Batio teaches "The Finish Line"
