Classical Gas
Tommy Emmanuel, 1995, from Classical Gas. Solo by Tommy Emmanuel.
His dazzling version of Mason Williams's piece became a calling card, packed with fast arpeggios and rhythmic drive.
Classical Gas by Tommy Emmanuel is #1 in our ranking of the best Tommy Emmanuel guitar solos. The solo is played by Tommy Emmanuel and the song was released in 1995.
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Who played the guitar solo on Classical Gas?
Tommy Emmanuel played the solo on Tommy Emmanuel's Classical Gas (1995).
What guitar was used on the Classical Gas solo?
A maton, according to widely reported accounts.