Hard to Explain
The Strokes, 2001, from Is This It. Solo by Nick Valensi.
A wiry, rhythmic lead weaves around the interlocking guitars in a burst of nervous energy. Classic early Strokes interplay.
Hard to Explain by The Strokes is #4 in our ranking of the best The Strokes guitar solos. The solo is played by Nick Valensi and the song was released in 2001.
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Who played the guitar solo on Hard to Explain?
Nick Valensi played the solo on The Strokes's Hard to Explain (2001).
What guitar was used on the Hard to Explain solo?
An epiphone riviera through a Fender Hot Rod DeVille amp, according to widely reported accounts.