10 Greatest Rock Music Guitar Solos Of The 1980s

10. Caught Somewhere In Time - Iron Maiden

In late 1986, British history enthusiasts (and occasional metal band) Iron Maiden released their sixth studio record; the wistfully-titled Somewhere in Time.

Though not as successful an outing as some of their other '80s releases, Somewhere in Time still holds a firm place in the hearts of many Maiden fans, thanks to tracks like Strangers in a Strange Land, Wasted Years, and the song that opens the record, Caught Somewhere in Time.

A near-seven-and-a-half minute-long gallop, the tune not only showcases Bruce Dickinson's wailing vocals, but also the excellent work of Dave Murray and Adrian Smith, one of the greatest guitar pairings in metal history.

The solo is a particularly grandiose affair, stretching on for ages as both men take turns to flex their muscles. The fact that each guitar has a different tone to it adds another layer to this technically proficient display, which enters shredding territory without ever getting silly.

Maiden put out some top quality work in the '80s, but if you're after an example of Murray and Smith at their collaborative best, you need to get yourself Caught.