About this Backing Track:

Here's our ‘Slither‘ Velvet Revolver rock guitar backing track so you can get to grips with that great Slash drop D rock guitar riff.

Slither Guitar Lesson

Crank up your amp and get ready to channel your inner rock star with Danny Gill’s deep-dive into “Slither” by Velvet Revolver—one of the most iconic modern hard rock tracks of the 2000s. In this exclusive LickLibrary video tutorial, Danny breaks down every riff, lick, and solo, teaching you how to nail Slash’s signature tone and phrasing with spot-on accuracy. From the grinding, chromatic main riff to the gritty, blues-infused solo work, this lesson covers all the essential techniques that define the track: palm muting, slides, aggressive bending, and melodic phrasing that cuts right through the mix. Danny also unpacks the gear and playing style needed to replicate that raw, crunchy Velvet Revolver sound. Perfect for intermediate players looking to push their rhythm chops and lead skills, or Slash fans wanting to get inside the mind of the master himself. Danny’s clear, step-by-step instruction and jam-along sections make learning “Slither” as fun as it is challenging. What you'll learn: Main riff and verse groove Pre-chorus dynamics and timing Slash’s epic solo, note-for-note Tone tips and gear guidance Performance insights and pro-level breakdowns Plug in, tune down, and let Danny guide you through one of the dirtiest, catchiest riffs in modern rock history.