Robby Krieger
Electric Guitar Solo on
The Mosquito

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Robby Krieger's electric guitar solo is the second of three improvisations on this extended jam, following Manzarek's organ solo. Entering at approximately 2:28, Krieger stretches out for over a minute at 146 BPM in E, delivering the longest and most developed solo on the track. His extended improvisatory passage builds in waves of intensity, taking advantage of the open format to explore a wider range of textures and dynamics than the more concise solos found on the Morrison-era recordings. The solo demonstrates Krieger's ability to sustain interest over a long form.

Robby Krieger was 25 to 26 years old at the time.