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!
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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!
Led Zeppelin Style Chords and Scales Riff
July 4, 2011 1 CommentJimmy Page would often mix chords and scales to add color to his playing and fill out the sound of Led Zeppelin. Here’s a way he might use this technique.
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.
Neil Young Style Chords and Scales Riff
July 4, 2011 No CommentsHere’s another riff to practice combining chords and scales. This time it’s in the style of acoustic legend Neil Young
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!
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.
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!
Deep Purple Style Power Chord Riff
July 2, 2011 5 CommentsWe’re stepping up the challenge a little bit with this killer Deep Purple style riff. But nothing you guys can’t handle!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Heart – “Crazy On You” (Riff)
July 1, 2011 1 CommentThis song really has it all, but today we’ll be looking at the main riff. Who says girls can’t rock too?
Black Sabbath – “Iron Man”
July 2, 2011 2 CommentsThis is one of the greatest guitar riffs ever written, and we’re super excited to teach it! Let’s put those root 5 power chords to good use!
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!