About this Backing Track:
Here we have a full Led Zeppelin guitar backing track so you can play along to ‘Ocean‘ once you've learnt how to play Jimmy Page's guitar parts.
The Ocean Guitar Lesson
In Danny Gill's Lick Library video tutorial for Led Zeppelin's "The Ocean," viewers dive deep into one of Jimmy Page's most iconic guitar compositions. Gill breaks down the song's unique riffs, rhythmic shifts, and time signature changes with a clear, methodical approach that's perfect for players looking to capture the essence of Page’s style. He explores the grooving main riff, teaching each note placement and slide, which gives it that unmistakable Led Zeppelin feel. Gill also highlights the innovative 7/8 timing in the main sections, offering tips on how to count and feel the rhythm without losing the natural flow of the groove. As the tutorial progresses, he brings focus to the transitions, showing how Page seamlessly moves between parts of the song, which is essential for capturing the dynamic feel of the track. By the end of the lesson, students will be well-equipped to recreate Page's unique sound, gaining insight into techniques that can be applied to other songs in Zeppelin's catalog as well. With Gill’s guidance, the complex parts of “The Ocean” become approachable, giving guitarists the tools to master one of rock's most celebrated tunes.
