Classical Composer Reacts to MEGADETH: TORNADO OF SOULS | The Daily Doug (Episode 722)

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In this edition of #thedailydoug, I'm returning to the music of Megadeth for the third time. I was completely blown away by the absolute brilliance of Marty Friedman's guitar playing. I also loved the songwriting and chord progressions. Of the Megadeth tunes I've heard so far, this one's my favorite! I hope you enjoy!

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[klonker]

Nick Menza was such and incredible drummer. RIP

[nebulousname]

Lucretia has an incredible progression too, from the same album

[peterwilliams]

Marty`s solo is perfection, goosebumps every time I hear it.

[kevinpoehlmann]

Marty is such an incredible student of music. He keeps getting better.

[christinehooper]

That solo is crazy!! Hanger 18 from the same album has 11 guitar solos, shared back and forth between Dave and Marty!!

[johnmacdonald]

Rust in Piece was Magadeths breakthrough album. Marty was a huge part of that. He brought melody to the band that wasn't there before. In Dave's own words..." Marty can play circles around me". His clearity and definition are very distinct. 30+ years later that solo still makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up. Really glad you enjoyed it Doug.

[viniciussiqueira]

The best metal solo ever written
Edit: 1.6k likes? LOL
I'm referring to the composition of a METAL solo, very complete, key change, tempo change, right choices for the notes. Obviously there are excellent guitar solos besides this (Iron Maiden, Dio, Judas Priest, Nevermore etc).But this metal, IN MY OPINION, is the most COMPLETE and no better than your opinion
Cheers from Brazil

[OcelotDAD]

The best thing about this legendary solo, in my opinion, is how THEMATIC it is. The fast part at 6:28 literally feels like being inside of a tornado that’s becoming stronger and stronger. It’s amazing.

[ratspd]

Wouldn't change a thing about Dave's voice. That's what Megadeth is.

[spartanRko]

He needs to react the whole album. One of the greatest musical works in art history.

[JohnsOnStrings]

Marty plays so eloquently at such a breakneck pace. The ferocity is there but it's still gripping and beautiful too... not just shredding, he actually captures the essence of the song. Just beyond unbelievable.

[squidly]

Marty is a shred master, but even beyond that, he just plays so tastefully .. his style is so enjoyable to listen to .. when he isn't shredding, he is playing so melodic and tasty .. always a joy to listen to Marty play.

[bx]

The entire song is just perfection. A Masterpiece of metal riffs, and just the progression and aggressive energy within it is something to behold. And Dave's singing works out for it.

[metalmark]

One of my favorite Megadeth songs. The guitar solo on this song is epic. 🎸🤘

[KabukiKid]

I remember Marty saying in some interview that he remembers laying down the solo track for this and Dave came in, sat down, listened to it... and without a word just stood up, turned around, and shook Marty's hand.

[jacklambert]

Dave's voice is an acquired taste for sure. I've been waiting for you to do this song. That solo is beyond amazing!

[JHBarrett]

I failed my drivers test twice. On my third attempt in my Dad’s Red K-Car (Canadians will know) with a 1000watt Kenwood stereo I waited for the instructor in the parking lot cranking this. It is the reason I passed

[jeroenkoster]

Dave is a genius, whether you like his voice or not. And you will eventually like his voice too because it's the only voice that fits Megadeth. And once you understand that you'll love it. And you are starting to understand it already I believe.

[metalcrypt]

This video is gonna do so well. People love watching other people react to Marty’s solo on this song. One of the best constructed solos in all of metal. Your reaction and insight, as always, was great as well!!

[canman]

One of the best metal albums ever recorded. I love the songs, I love the production (Actual bass guitar! Guitars that cut through the mix and aren't overly-distorted! Punchy drums! It's the polar opposite of ...and Justice For All, lmao), the melodies are on point, the drumming is on point, and Marty just melts your face over and over and over again in almost every song. Just incredible musicianship from every dude on the album. This used to be my warmup in my earlier years of playing, where I would run through at least the rhythm sections of every song to get ready before practice or a gig. Hell, I still love playing these songs; they're timeless! Every time I relearn the lead in Tornado of Souls, I end up playing it like 50 times in a row, lol. It's just so catchy and so much FUN to play.

I get the difficulty with Dave's vocals, though; it's a bit of an acquired taste.