Learn To Play 20 Killer Metal Riffs
Song Lessons in this Course
This Course is Ideal for Players Who...
Our Learn To Play 20 Killer Metal Riffs guitar course is essential for any guitarist who wants to understand the foundations of heavy metal and master the art of the aggressive riff.
Perfect for Guitarists Who:
- Are fans of the raw, powerful sound of classic and modern heavy metal
- Want to master the art of the perfect, heavy guitar riff
- Are looking to improve their rhythm playing and develop a tight, aggressive sound
- Admire the energy, technical skill, and heavy style of bands like Metallica, Pantera, and Black Sabbath
- Believe that precision, speed, and attitude are everything in metal guitar playing
What will I achieve from completing this course?
Learning to play these 20 killer metal riffs is a fundamental education in the art of heavy rhythm guitar. This course will supercharge your rhythm playing, sharpen your technique, and instill in you the power of precision and aggression. By the end of this course, you will have twenty timeless metal anthems in your arsenal and the ability to play with the power and authority of a true metal guitarist.
Technical Skills You'll Develop:
- Mastery of heavy power chords and driving metal rhythms
- The ability to play with an aggressive, tight palm-muting technique
- Execution of fast, articulate alternate picking for complex riffs
- Proficiency in down-tuned playing and heavy, chugging grooves
- Expressive use of vibrato, slides, and pinch harmonics
- Application of the minor pentatonic and chromatic scales in a heavy metal context
- The ability to execute fast hammer-ons, pull-offs, and legato runs
- Enhanced rhythmic precision, including syncopation and galloping metal rhythms
- A deep understanding of how to create a powerful, aggressive metal tone
- The confidence to perform some of the most iconic and energetic metal songs ever written
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Learn to Play 20 Killer Metal Riffs
Andy James is going to help you unleash your inner rockstar with Licklibrary's ultimate course: "Learn to Play 20 Killer Metal Riffs". From the pioneers of metal to the modern heroes, we bring you comprehensive, note-for-note guitar lessons on some of the most iconic metal songs. Perfect for any level, whether you're a beginner getting started or an experienced shredder looking to refine your skills.
Walk by Pantera
Dive into the world of groovy metal with Pantera's legendary track, Walk. One of Dimebag Darrell's finest works, this song revolves around a four-note chromatic riff. Darrell applies power chords and palm muting techniques to create a catchy and powerful rhythm. The solo is a playground of whammy bar tricks, pinched harmonics and bluesy slides that personify Darrell's unique and aggressive style.
Symphony of Destruction by Megadeth
Dive into the melodic thrash metal world with Dave Mustaine's Symphony of Destruction. This Megadeth classic uses a distinct power chord progression in the E minor scale. Mustaine is a master of integrating alternate picking and arpeggios in his solos. His melodic approach to the E minor scale during the solo section gives this song its unique blend of aggression and melody.
Sad But True by Metallica
Indulge in the rich, heavy tones of Metallica's Sad But True. This song, a gem from the Black Album, features James Hetfield's signature down-tuned power chords. Hetfield employs palm muting to create a tight, heavy rhythm section. Kirk Hammett's solo focuses on the E minor pentatonic scale with an effective use of vibrato, slides, and double-stop bends.
Cochise by Audioslave
Tom Morello, with his innovative guitar techniques, takes center stage in Cochise by Audioslave. The song begins with a killer feedback riff manipulated with a whammy bar, creating a helicopter-like effect. The solo, full of Morello's signature two-handed tapping, uses an octave pedal to add depth and complexity.
Iron Man by Black Sabbath
Embrace the roots of heavy metal with Black Sabbath's Iron Man. This timeless classic showcases Tony Iommi's pioneering approach to heavy guitar riffs. The main riff is a series of power chords built around the blues scale. Iommi's solo beautifully exploits pull-offs, hammer-ons, and legato to create a melodic masterpiece.
...And many more!
Every song in this course is a step into the mind of the lead guitarist, exploring their unique contribution to the music. Learn their signature techniques, understand their use of scales, and discover the creative process behind some of the most iconic solos in metal history.
Techniques Used
Throughout the course, you'll delve into a variety of guitar techniques used by the legends themselves:
Ready to embrace your journey towards mastering the metal genre? Let's get shredding with "Learn to Play 20 Killer Metal Riffs"!
About The Tutor
Tutor Profile
Andy James
Andy James needs little introduction as one of the most popular LickLibrary tutors, respected the world over for his unbelievable technical skills and teaching material. "As a player Andy has released a string of solo albums, the last being 2012's ""Andy James"" on Transcend Music which was met with huge...