Steely Dan Style Root 6 7th Chord Riff
September 1, 2011 1 Comment7th chords are very common for jazz players, and bands like Steely Dan would integrate them into their signature jazz/rock sound. Today we’ll show you how!
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Lynyrd Skynyrd – “Free Bird” (Chords)
August 3, 2011 1 CommentToday we’re learning the ultimate southern rock anthem to get some practice with the dreaded F chord. Raise your lighters and let’s get started!
Led Zeppelin – “Heartbreaker” (Riff)
August 2, 2011 2 CommentsTo practice our alternate picking we’ve got a great riff from the mighty Led Zeppelin. “Heartbreaker” is super heavy but certainly within your reach. Good luck!
Tony Iommi Style Riff Using The Zakk Wylde Box
August 2, 2011 No CommentsTony Iommi was an early hard rock pioneer and often used pentatonics to craft his solos. We’ll show you how he might use the Zakk Wylde box to create a fluid lead line.
Rush Style Lydian Riff
August 2, 2011 1 CommentThe Lydian mode is a favorite among progressive rockers because of its futuristic, advanced sound. We’ll show you how a band like Rush might use this scale.
Jimmy Buffett Style Riff Using Maj/Min 3rds
July 28, 2011 No CommentsWe’ve got two new intervals to learn today: the major and minor third. And then to get some practice with these intervals we’ve got a sweet Jimmy Buffett riff for you!
James Taylor Style Fingerpicking Riff
July 28, 2011 1 CommentJames Taylor is one of the great fingerpickers of all time, so it would be a shame not to learn a riff in his style!
John Lennon Style CAGED exercise
July 27, 2011 No CommentsLet’s make the CAGED system musical! We’ve got an awesome riff in the style of John Lennon to practice the idea of playing the same chord in different shapes. Enjoy guys!
Bob Marley Reggae Chord Style Riff
July 27, 2011 No CommentsLearn how the reggae master Bob Marley might use reggae chords in this super groovin’ lesson.
Black Sabbath Style Tritone Riff
July 27, 2011 No CommentsThe tritone interval is the darkest and most brutal in all music, making it a favorite among metal players. We’ll show you the interval then show you how to use it.
Aerosmith Style Reggae Chord Riff
July 26, 2011 No CommentsWelcome to the boneyard everybody! Today we’re looking at a super cool Aerosmith riff to get some work with our reggae chords!
Yes Style Barred 7th Sus Chord Riff
July 26, 2011 No Comments7th Sus chords are a favorite among progressive rockers, and today we’ll show you how a band like Yes might use these chords.
Tom Petty Style Open Sus Chord Riff
July 26, 2011 No CommentsTom Petty was a hit master, and behind many of his chart toppers was his use of sus chords. We’ll show you how he did it.
Pink Floyd Style Open 7th Chords
July 25, 2011 1 CommentDavid Gilmour of Pink Floyd would often use 7th chords for their complex sounds which fit very well into the Pink Floyd sound. We’ll show how he might use them!
Doobie Bros. Style Riff With Chucks
July 8, 2011 No CommentsWe’re putting those chucks to work with this country flavored rock riff inspired by the great Doobie Brothers. Enjoy guys!
Bee Gees Style 16th Note Riff
July 8, 2011 No CommentsDisco balls, leisure suits, platform shoes, it’s all coming back for this Bee Gees style 16th note strumming lick!
Peter Frampton Style Pentatonic Riff
July 7, 2011 No CommentsWe’ve got another riff to practice root 5 pentatonics, this time it’s in the style of talk-box wiz Peter Frampton.
Billy Squire Style Pre Bend Riff
July 6, 2011 1 CommentToday we’ll get some practice in with those prebends with a super tasty Billy Squire style riff. Enjoy!
Foreigner Style Double Stop Riff
July 5, 2011 1 CommentTime to get some practice in with those double stops. This riff is in the style of Foreigner who would use double stops to give their pop songs some added edge.
Aerosmith Style Hammer On Riff
July 5, 2011 1 CommentTime to put those hammer ons to use! This time we’ll be looking at an Aerosmith style riff that showcases Joe Perry’s smooth playing style.