10 Greatest Hard Rock Guitar Solos Of All Time

10. Hells Bells - AC/DC

The guys in AC/DC really had a daunting task in front of them when going in to record Back in Black. Not only would this be their make-or-break album, but it would also be their first record without the magnetic vocal presence of Bon Scott. When most bands throw in the towel, the Young Brothers overcame adversity from the moment the record started.

The entirety of "Hells Bells" illustrates the band's defiant refusal to be brought down, as they tear through a few of the greatest riffs they have ever created.

Malcolm Young's work has just the right amount of crunch, but his brother Angus's lead playing is what really takes the song over the top. Young has been known as one of the greatest lead players in the business, but the beauty of this solo is in its simplicity.

These bends would probably be second nature to any seasoned guitar player, but they serve the song in just the right way. It's flashy in some spots, but also incredibly straightforward and keeping in spirit with the song's groove. Most guitarists see a solo as an opportunity to showboat, but Angus Young proved you didn't need to shred to make an impact.