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Two guitars. Better than one?

A few songs that just show what good ol' electric guitars can do and when two get together - synergy happens. Here are some great examples. Wishbone Ash Wishbone Ash on stage in Charlotte, North Carolina , US, in 1972 Wishbone Ash were school days heroes for me. Founders bassist Martin Turner and drummer Steve Upton searched for a lead guitarist and could not decide between two candidates, Andy Powell and Ted Turner (no relation to Martin). So they both joined. Their first three albums are all gems - but here are two from the third - Argus (1972). 'Time Was' - a classic of theirs - some 9 mins of a whole range of different style guitar sections 'Throw down the Sword' - lead duet from Andy Powell and Ted Turner - trying to out-do each other on high notes John Cougar Mellencamp 'Jack and Diane' - The combination of an  initial electric riff - leading to the acoustic main theme. A lovely little ditty. Joe Walsh 'Life’s Been Good' - Two songs married together says Walsh. I like the lyrics too . Lynyrd Skynyrd 'Free Bird' - Probably the best air-guitar track in the world.  Turn it up loud and GO FOR IT ! Solo played by Allen Collins and Gary Rossington.

Two guitars. Better than one?
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