About this Backing Track:
Play along with our exclusive Lick Library backing track for 'Knights of Cydonia' by Muse.
Knights Of Cydonia Guitar Lesson
Michael Casswell's video tutorial on Muse's "Knights of Cydonia," available on LickLibrary's website, offers an in-depth exploration of Matt Bellamy's distinctive guitar techniques. In this lesson, Casswell meticulously breaks down the song's complex riffs and chord progressions, providing clear, step-by-step guidance to help you master each section. He delves into the use of the E Phrygian Dominant scale, which imparts an exotic feel to the track, and demonstrates how to effectively incorporate open-string riffs during the verses to achieve the song's expansive sound. Additionally, Casswell covers advanced techniques such as tapped harmonics and whammy bar dives, essential for capturing the song's dramatic flair. By following this tutorial, you'll not only learn to play "Knights of Cydonia" accurately but also gain valuable insights into the innovative guitar work that defines Muse's style.
