Quick Licks - In The Style of Kerry King: Master Metal Guitar Techniques

Embark on a journey to master the ferocity and precision of metal guitar soloing with our exclusive product. This comprehensive lesson package is designed for guitarists eager to incorporate the signature style of Slayer's lead guitarist into their playing arsenal. These lessons are taught by Andy James.

What You Will Learn In This Course

35 killer metal licks in the style of Kerry King. This course also includes a backing track to play over. The techniques you will learn include:

• Metal Guitar Soloing
• Whammy Bar Use
• Fast Alternate Picking
• Shred Guitar

Technique Breakdown

Metal Guitar Soloing Mastery

Kerry King's guitar soloing is the epitome of metal: it's fast, aggressive, and impeccably timed. With this, you dive into the intricacies of metal soloing, learning how to infuse your leads with the same intensity that has defined Slayer's sound. The techniques covered in these lessons are not just about speed and power; they're about expression and commanding presence on the fretboard.

Whammy Bar Wielding

King's use of the whammy bar is nothing short of iconic. It's not just a tool for vibrato, but a weapon to add wails, dives, and a level of expressiveness that makes each note scream with intensity. Understanding how to control the whammy bar will bring a new level of dynamics to your soloing and mimic King's aggressive soundscapes.

Fast Alternate Picking

Alternate picking is the backbone of metal rhythm and soloing techniques. This series of lessons will push your picking hand to the limit, ensuring you can keep up with Slayer's breakneck tempos. Mastering fast alternate picking is not just about speed; it's about articulation, endurance, and precision, all of which are crucial for executing King's blistering solos.

The Art of Shred Guitar

Shredding is a rite of passage for metal guitarists, and Kerry King's style is a high benchmark. These lessons will hone your shred skills, teaching you how to seamlessly weave speed and melodic content into your playing. Shred guitar is a gateway to unlocking your potential for both technical and creative soloing.

The Benefits of Learning These Techniques

By internalizing these techniques, you'll expand your musical vocabulary, allowing you to express yourself in a way that words cannot capture. Each lick you learn is a building block towards greater musical freedom, giving you the tools to craft solos that tell your unique story with the same vigor as Kerry King's solos narrate Slayer's musical tales.

Practicing with Backing Tracks

Each lesson comes with a backing track, providing you the perfect context to apply your new licks. Practicing with these tracks is essential; it's where you'll learn to sync your playing with a live band's rhythm and dynamics. This not only solidifies your timing and feel but also empowers you to improvise and adapt your licks to fit any musical situation.

Kerry King's Guitar Style

Kerry King's style is unapologetically aggressive and precise. It's a testament to his dedication to the craft and his understanding of what makes metal guitar work. His riffs are complex and demanding, yet they never lose the raw emotion that metal is all about. This is your chance to dissect his approach and integrate aspects of his style into your own playing.

Techniques Used in These Lessons

• Vibrato
• Alternate Picking
• Legato
• Tapped Harmonics
• Double Stop Bends
• Unison Bends
• Pinched Harmonics
• Trills
• Tremolo Picking
• Chord Progressions

Delve into this lesson series and stand at the forefront of metal guitar mastery. This is more than just learning licks; it's about adopting a mindset, one that's fearless and unwavering, ready to take on the mantle of metal guitar legends.

* THIS PRODUCT IS NOT ENDORSED BY OR MADE IN ASSOCIATION WITH KERRY KING, NOR DOES KERRY KING PERFORM OR APPEAR ON THIS COURSE *