Master 50 Killer Metal Licks

Introducing "Learn To Play 50 Killer Metal Licks" by Licklibrary.com, a premium guitar course designed for those aiming to master the art of metal guitar. Through the exploration of the iconic techniques employed by Yngwie Malmsteen, Randy Rhoads, Kirk Hammett, and Zakk Wylde, students are invited on a journey to elevate their guitar skills to new, uncharted territories. This course is taught by Danny Gill.

Course Overview

Yngwie Malmsteen's Signature Licks

The course kicks off with the electrifying neoclassical approach of Yngwie Malmsteen, diving into his swift arpeggios, meticulous sweep picking, and the melodic allure of harmonic minor scales. This segment aims to blend speed with musical expression, offering a pathway to crafting solos that are as intricate as they are emotionally stirring.

Randy Rhoads' Revolutionary Techniques

Next, we explore the groundbreaking style of Randy Rhoads, merging classical influences with heavy metal to forge a distinct sound. This module breaks down his use of diatonic and diminished licks, sophisticated chord progressions, and classical elements in rock, enhancing your ability to produce solos that combine technicality with deep emotional resonance.

Kirk Hammett's Iconic Solos

Delve into the aggressive yet melodic solo techniques of Kirk Hammett from Metallica. This section concentrates on his skillful use of the wah pedal, seamless legato runs, and crafting solos that serve the song's narrative. It's a deep dive into making lead guitar work not just impressive, but memorable and integral to the music.

Zakk Wylde's Heavy Metal Flair

Embrace Zakk Wylde's fusion of southern rock and metal, focusing on meaty pentatonic scales, pinch harmonics, and intense vibrato. This module encourages a bolder picking style, a deeper exploration of modal scales, and the ability to convey raw emotion through your playing, mirroring Wylde's unmistakable sound.

Practicing with a Backing Track

A bespoke backing track accompanies the course, essential for honing your timing, rhythm skills, and ensemble play readiness. It offers a practical context, showing how your newly acquired licks fit within a song, boosting your improvisation abilities, and making practice both efficient and enjoyable.

Course Summary

"Learn To Play 50 Killer Metal Licks" is not merely a course but an expedition through the annals of metal guitar history. It dissect the techniques that have defined some of the genre's most iconic players, broadening your technical repertoire and deepening your understanding of metal guitar.


About The Tutor

Tutor Profile

Danny Gill

Danny Gill is, without a doubt, the most loved tutor by our community. With an incredible array of DVDs and web lessons for LickLibrary covering a wide variety of topics all of which he covers with incredible detail, it's no wonder he carries as much respect as he does. As...

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