You Shook Me All Night Long is one of AC/DC’s greatest hard rock anthems, released on Back in Black (1980). The guitar solo by Angus Young is pure pentatonic rock — raw, aggressive, and packed with attitude. This isolated version lets you hear every note and technique detail clearly.
About the Solo
Angus Young’s solo is a blueprint for classic rock lead guitar — aggressive bends, double stops, and a tone that cuts through everything. The isolated track reveals the raw precision behind what seems like chaos. There is nothing wasted in this solo.
What You Will Work On
- Pentatonic rock phrasing — classic AC/DC vocabulary
- Aggressive string bends — hard, confident, no hesitation
- Double stops — two-note phrases that add power
- Rock rhythm and timing — locking in with the band feel
- Tone and attack — how Angus makes every note count
Tips for Learning This Solo
- Use the isolated track to check pitch on every bend.
- Focus on the attitude — this solo is about feel as much as technique.
- Work on double stops separately before adding them to the full solo.
- Match the attack and dynamics of the original recording.
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