CriedWhenBrucieLeft
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Option #1, I suggest.
I think Sap (not sure why you mentioned him) is one of BL's mates.
I think Sap (not sure why you mentioned him) is one of BL's mates.
Tournament of Iron Maiden Solos: 2nd poll (qualification stage)
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CriedWhenBrucieLeft
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Have you come across BL on the forums?
BL = Black 'Lizard', ie Black Wizard
CriedWhenBrucieLeft
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No, just Black Lizard!
Black Wizard's doppelganger...
Black Wizard's doppelganger...
CriedWhenBrucieLeft
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.. he says, while not saying a god damn thing about any solos! 
CriedWhenBrucieLeft
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I believe I've finished posting my thoughts on all three guitarists, unlike some people we could mention...
CriedWhenBrucieLeft
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Who you talking to? Mr Scot?
Saapanael
Ancient Mariner
7) Seventh Son of a Seventh Son (7:57-)
Opposed to most of Adrian's work, the solos here aren't as melodic but they have a different approach to them: one more experimental and abstract. He enters with a dive bomb, plays an interesting partially palm muted pattern and jumps to the high part of the fretboard, not hesitating to speed it up real fast. It feels like the 3 amigos are all combined in this lead. The middle part works well as a divider of the solos and keeps up the epic theme illustrating the song. The second part involves moving back and forth wildly. Classy bends, rising from the depths and back to cool bends, proceeding to the grand finale, a definition of Maiden's musicality. All the solos are quite tough to play but very fun once mastered.
Opposed to most of Adrian's work, the solos here aren't as melodic but they have a different approach to them: one more experimental and abstract. He enters with a dive bomb, plays an interesting partially palm muted pattern and jumps to the high part of the fretboard, not hesitating to speed it up real fast. It feels like the 3 amigos are all combined in this lead. The middle part works well as a divider of the solos and keeps up the epic theme illustrating the song. The second part involves moving back and forth wildly. Classy bends, rising from the depths and back to cool bends, proceeding to the grand finale, a definition of Maiden's musicality. All the solos are quite tough to play but very fun once mastered.
Forostar
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Interesting observation. Will check next time I play it.
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Saapanael
Ancient Mariner
6) Caught Somewhere in Time (4:05-)
I don't listen to this lead too often but the masterful work and Adrian's great touch of this era cannot be denied. This solo was one of the first memorable ones for me, when I started listening to Maiden. I do believe Dave had an important job on the good first impression as the "build-upper" this time. His solo takes the listener on a new wave, readying us for the "towering display of guitar wizardry" - Sara. Once again it feels like Mr. Smith is being as diverse as possible, and in a totally good way. Every note is where it should be. The fast tempo does miracles for the whole song, keeping up the energy as they go on with harmonies right away.
Honourable mention:
Die With Your Boots on - Notes filled with beautiful vibrato and accent, what more can I say.
I don't listen to this lead too often but the masterful work and Adrian's great touch of this era cannot be denied. This solo was one of the first memorable ones for me, when I started listening to Maiden. I do believe Dave had an important job on the good first impression as the "build-upper" this time. His solo takes the listener on a new wave, readying us for the "towering display of guitar wizardry" - Sara. Once again it feels like Mr. Smith is being as diverse as possible, and in a totally good way. Every note is where it should be. The fast tempo does miracles for the whole song, keeping up the energy as they go on with harmonies right away.
Honourable mention:
Die With Your Boots on - Notes filled with beautiful vibrato and accent, what more can I say.
Moon Child
Ancient Mariner
Saap, I must say that I'm really liking your descriptions of these solos. 
Eric Wright
Nomad
I'll start working on this. I can't put them in any particular order, I'm sorry.
Dave Murray
1.) Powerslave (3:06), (4:442)
The first solo after the crushing Powerslave riff epitomizes Davey's tearjerkingly beautiful legato style. The whole thing is a minute long eargasm, with that awesome bass counterpoint only making it even more stunning. The solo feels inspired and complete, with a definite beginning and definite end, and it's packed with so much emotion. After Adrian takes the lead, Dave comes in with a shorter, albeit no less impressive solo. After a great bass lick Davey crashes in with a melodic and awesome solo, concluding it with some fantastic tapping.
2.) 22 Acacia Avenue
Loved this solo from the start. I find it to be Davey's most emotional solo, which complements the dark atmosphere of the song perfectly. I can't describe it too well on the nitty-gritty playing aspects since I do not play guitar, so I'll just reccomend you listen to it more closely the ext time you listen to NOTB. Definitely among my favorites.
3.) Revelations (4:22)
Perfection. Davey's trademark legato style shows up here yet again, followed by some exciting 16th note rhythms and seamless transition.
Dave Murray
1.) Powerslave (3:06), (4:442)
The first solo after the crushing Powerslave riff epitomizes Davey's tearjerkingly beautiful legato style. The whole thing is a minute long eargasm, with that awesome bass counterpoint only making it even more stunning. The solo feels inspired and complete, with a definite beginning and definite end, and it's packed with so much emotion. After Adrian takes the lead, Dave comes in with a shorter, albeit no less impressive solo. After a great bass lick Davey crashes in with a melodic and awesome solo, concluding it with some fantastic tapping.
2.) 22 Acacia Avenue
Loved this solo from the start. I find it to be Davey's most emotional solo, which complements the dark atmosphere of the song perfectly. I can't describe it too well on the nitty-gritty playing aspects since I do not play guitar, so I'll just reccomend you listen to it more closely the ext time you listen to NOTB. Definitely among my favorites.
3.) Revelations (4:22)
Perfection. Davey's trademark legato style shows up here yet again, followed by some exciting 16th note rhythms and seamless transition.