About this Backing Track:
Here‘s a Metallica guitar backing track for the song ‘Wherever I May Roam‘. If you've learnt how to play those James Hetfield metal guitar riffs and Kirk Hammett guitar solos then use this ‘Wherever I May Roam‘ thrash metal guitar backing track to get them tighter.
Wherever I May Roam Guitar Lesson
Take your playing to the next level with this in-depth guitar lesson from shred maestro Andy James, as he breaks down Metallica’s iconic track “Wherever I May Roam”. In true LickLibrary style, Andy dissects every riff, lick, and solo with razor-sharp precision, helping you master the dark, exotic flavour that defines this Metallica classic. This tutorial covers: 🎸 The Signature Eastern-Influenced Intro – Learn how to nail the sitar-like intro riff on electric guitar using tone tweaks and subtle playing nuances. 🎸 Heavy Main Riff Breakdown – Tighten up your rhythm chops with the song’s crushing, palm-muted riffs, complete with Hetfield’s signature downpicking technique. 🎸 Chorus & Verse Dynamics – Andy walks you through how to capture the contrast between the song’s spacious verses and thunderous choruses, focusing on articulation and timing. 🎸 Epic Kirk Hammett Solo – Dive deep into the lead work with detailed breakdowns of Kirk’s phrasing, bends, and wah-infused licks—Andy even shows you how to approach the phrasing with your own flair. 🎸 Tone Tips & Gear Insights – Get Andy’s advice on dialling in that unmistakable Black Album tone, whether you're working with amps, modellers, or plugins. Whether you’re a die-hard Metallica fan or looking to level up your metal rhythm and lead skills, Andy’s expert instruction ensures you’ll walk away with a fully playable version of this epic track—locked in, riff-tight, and solo-ready.
