MEGADETH had two of these "runs" as far as I'm concerned. First with their first three albums with more of a rough edge but plenty of aggression:
And then their massive hits Rust in Peace, Countdown to Extinction and Youthanasia, which I consider metal masterpieces.
I don't think Alex is a great solo guitarist most of the time. He has his big moments (e.g. Xanadu solo, 2112 solo, Finding My Way solo) but I went with EVH.
Newly eligible:
Rick Astley
Previously eligible:
Eddie Cochran
Janis Joplin
Buffalo Springfield
Link Wray
Van Morrison
James Taylor
Curtis Mayfield
Mahavishnu Orchestra
Mike Oldfield
Eric Johnson
Diamond Head
Hanoi Rocks
Venom
Jimmy Page
Slayer
Yngwie Malmsteen
Exodus
Traffic
X Japan
I like players who play with feel AND are technically advanced. Some of my favorites in that category:
Marty Friedman
Jimmy Page
Eddie Van Halen
Brian May
Eric Johnson
Alex Lifeson (sometimes)
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