Pinball Wizard
The Who, 1969, from Tommy. Solo by Pete Townshend.
Not a shred showcase, but the flamenco-flavored acoustic intro and chugging power chords are some of rock's most famous guitar parts.
Pinball Wizard by The Who is #17 in our ranking of the best The Who guitar solos. The solo is played by Pete Townshend and the song was released in 1969.
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Who played the guitar solo on Pinball Wizard?
Pete Townshend played the solo on The Who's Pinball Wizard (1969).