Because They're Young
Duane Eddy, 1960, from $1,000,000.00 Worth of Twang. Solo by Duane Eddy.
Eddy's biggest hit sets his twang against lush strings, proving the sound could be romantic as well as rowdy.
Because They're Young by Duane Eddy is #4 in our ranking of the best Duane Eddy guitar solos. The solo is played by Duane Eddy and the song was released in 1960.
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Who played the guitar solo on Because They're Young?
Duane Eddy played the solo on Duane Eddy's Because They're Young (1960).
What guitar was used on the Because They're Young solo?
A gretsch 6120, according to widely reported accounts.