Nirvana Style Riff Using Open and Barre Chords
September 1, 2011 248 CommentsKurt Cobain would often combine barred and open chords to create his signature grungy riffs, so today we’ll be paying tribute to the Seattle great!
Level 3
The Triplet Rhythm
August 30, 2011 No CommentsWe’ve got a brand new rhythm for you guys, this time it’s the triplet. This rhythm can be found everywhere from doo wop to metal, so it’s critical to know!
Root 5 and Root 6 Barre Chords
August 29, 2011 No CommentsYou’ve seen root 6 and root 5 barre chords individually, but now it’s time to combine them! In this lesson we’ll break down the movement and offer you some advice.
Rise Against Style Muting Riff
July 8, 2011 No CommentsGBU is going punk rock in this Rise Against style muting lesson! We hope you like it!
Mutes
July 8, 2011 No CommentsTime for a new technique – this time it’s the mute. Muting is essential for any rhythm guitar player and can help create some awesome grooves!
Eddie Vedder Style Triplet Riff
July 8, 2011 No CommentsIn this lesson we’ll be checking out a triplet riff in the style of Eddie Vedder, insane vocalist and sweet guitar player as well.
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!
Chucks
July 8, 2011 2 CommentsWe’ve got a new technique for you guys today – the chuck. We’ll show you the best way to do it and how to use.
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!
Audioslave Style Riff With Chucks
July 8, 2011 No CommentsWe’ll be putting those ‘chucks’ to good work in this heavy hitting Audioslave riff!
50′s Style Triplet Riff
July 8, 2011 No CommentsToday we’ll be taking a trip back to the golden age of the 50′s for this triplet strumming riff. It was such a simpler time!
The 16th Note Rhythm
July 8, 2011 1 CommentToday we’re learning about one of the faster rhythms we’ll need – the 16th note. But we’ll break it down to make it super simple and easy to understand and play!
Gaslight Anthem Style Barre Chord Riff
July 8, 2011 No CommentsWe’ve got another one for you New Jerseyans out there, because today we’re learning a root 5 minor barre chord riff in the style of the Gaslight Anthem.
The Who Style Barre Chord Riff
July 7, 2011 No CommentsHere’s another riff to practice using all the different barre chords, this time in the style of British rock legends The Who.
Weezer Style Barre Chord Riff
July 7, 2011 No CommentsYou’ve got all the basic barre chord shapes down, now it’s time to put them all together! To do that, we’re going to check a sweet Weezer style riff!
Combining Open and Barre Chords
July 7, 2011 1 CommentIn songs, many guitarists like to combine open and barre chords to create their progressions. This is usually a bit difficult for guitarists, but we’ll show you the best way to do it!
Cool Guitar Tricks – The Trill
July 7, 2011 No CommentsWe’re learning a new technique today – the trill. This distinct technique has been used by Hendrix, Clapton, and many others for an exciting rock sound!
Stone Sour Style Barre Chord Riff
July 7, 2011 No CommentsWe’re once again mixing up our root 5 major and minor chords with a heavy hitting Stone Sour riff. Enjoy guys!
Incubus Style Barre Chord Riff
July 7, 2011 No CommentsRecently we’ve looked at root 5 major and minor chords individually, but now it’s time to put the two together. To do this, we’ll look at an Incubus style riff.
All American Rejects Style Barre Chord Riff
July 7, 2011 No CommentsIn this lesson we’re checking out an All American Rejects style riff to get practice with those pesky root 5 major barre chords.