The Chain
Fleetwood Mac, 1977, from Rumours. Solo by Lindsey Buckingham.
Lindsey Buckingham's guitar on 'The Chain' is spare but powerful, adding tension and drama to one of Fleetwood Mac's most intense songs. His playing leans on sharp, rhythmic figures and biting lead phrases, often in a fingerpicked style. The famous bass line in the song's final section sets up a building groove, and Buckingham's lead lines cut through with bright, stinging notes. It's a showcase for his inventive, unconventional approach. Listen for the way his guitar builds intensity in the song's last section, pushing the band toward a thrilling climax that stands among the most exciting moments on Rumours.
The Chain by Fleetwood Mac is ranked #193 in our consensus of 79 guitar-solo lists. The solo is played by Lindsey Buckingham and the song was released in 1977. It appears on 2 lists, placing as high as #41 (SiriusXM (countdown transcribed on PRS Guitars forum)).
In our lists
Sources
- SiriusXM (countdown transcribed on PRS Guitars forum): 50 Baddest Guitar Solos — #41
- Planet Rock: The 75 Greatest Guitar Solos of All Time — #57
Who played the guitar solo on The Chain?
Lindsey Buckingham played the solo on Fleetwood Mac's The Chain (1977).
What guitar was used on the The Chain solo?
A fender stratocaster, according to widely reported accounts.
Where does The Chain rank among the greatest guitar solos?
#193 in the GreatestSolos consensus of 79 published lists; it appears on 2 of them.