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Biato emphasized that a 'strange' guitar solo might sound bizarre harmonically, utilize unconventional sounds, or employ techniques that seem out of the ordinary. Often, these solos provoke the question, "What were they thinking?" whether due to their odd phrasing, experimental sound textures, or unorthodox execution.
The List Unfolds: From Nostalgic Oddities to Modern Madness
#20: Summertime Drive (1980)
The countdown begins with a solo from the band driven to tears, characterized by its unusual phrasing. Biato highlights how the solo was played in one take, coming across as notably out there and quirky—a true headscratcher for listeners.