Dååth Song Lesson Playlist
Dååth is an American metal band formed in 2000 (originally called “Dirt Nap”) in Atlanta, Georgia. The band’s style was a blend of various metal sub-genres, including death metal, thrash metal, and industrial metal.
Throughout their career, Dååth received praise for their technical proficiency, blending of metal sub-genres, and experimentation with electronic and industrial elements. They also toured extensively, playing with bands such as Slipknot, Machine Head, and Chimaira.
Though Dååth apparently disbanded around 2013, they announced their signing to Metal Blade Records and new music to come in February of 2023. With a mostly new lineup (except for founding member Eyal Levi), the band celebrates its first new music release in 12 years with the single, “No Rest No End.”
Thankfully, JamPlay teamed up with former Dååth guitar player, Emil Werstler to show you how to play some of the band’s best songs note-for-note. Let’s check out some Dååth guitar lessons!
“Self-Corruption Manifesto” – Dååth Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Self-Corruption Manifesto” comes from Dååth’s third studio album, The Concealers. The song features heavy, drop-tuned guitar rhythms and a red hot guitar solo that may take some extra practicing to nail!
Luckily, Emil Werstler is here to set the record straight on how all of it is played. Learn all of the guitar parts for this song in Emil’s full lesson on JamPlay!
“Sharpen The Blades” – Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Sharpen The Blades” is the opening track for Dååth’s 2009 album, The Concealers, and a powerful one at that. The opening guitar riff in the song was one that Emil Werstler supposedly had in his back pocket for a while before presenting it to the band for this song.
Emil, once again, is here to show you how to play the whole song from start to finish. Learn all of the parts for “Sharpen The Blades” note-for-note in Emil’s full lesson on JamPlay!
“Sightless” – Dååth Song Lesson – JamPlay
The fourth track from their 2007 album, The Hinderers, “Sightless” is another technically impressive track with some interesting rhythmic variances. One of the hallmarks of the song is the dueling guitar solo before the last chorus, as performed by Emil Werstler, himself.
In this lesson, Emil demonstrates how to play the guitar parts for “Sightless.” For the tab and notation, check out Emil’s full lesson on JamPlay!
“Wilting On The Vine” – Song Lesson – JamPlay
Lastly, “Wilting On The Vine” comes from The Concealers, and features a much slower tempo than the other tracks we’ve talked about here. But, that doesn’t mean the guitar parts are any more of a walk in the park!
Luckily, Emil Werstler is here to help. You can find the breakdown, tab, and notation of all the guitar parts for “Wilting On The Vine” in the full lesson on JamPlay.
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Chimaira Song Lesson Playlist
There’s been a lot of fun poking aimed at the state of Ohio lately (possibly for totally-justified reasons). But, the state hasn’t always produced abhorrent headlines (see: the Wright Brothers). Today we’ll focus on one of Cleveland, Ohio’s influential forces for good: the groove metal band, Chimaira. Formed in 1998, Chimaira achieved significant commercial success with their 2003 album, “The Impossibility of Reason,” which debuted at No. 117 on the Billboard 200 chart. The band’s music is often described as a blend of various metal genres, including groove metal, death metal, and metalcore. Chimaira’s sound is characterized by heavy riffs, aggressive drumming, and dark, intense lyrics.
If you’re a metal guitar player, aspiring or otherwise, you’re going to love these lessons. We were fortunate enough to collaborate directly with former Chimaira guitarist, Emil Werstler so he could show you how to play their songs note-for-note. Let’s take a look at some Chimaira songs you can learn on guitar here at JamPlay!
“All That’s Left Is Blood” – Chimaira Song Lesson – JamPlay
As Chimaira guitarist, Emil Werstler explains, “All That’s Left Is Blood” was not only the first single to appear from their (then) forthcoming album, Crown Of Phantoms, but it was also the first song that the band demoed for the LP.
In this lesson, Emil shows you how to play “All That’s Left Is Blood” on guitar note-for-note. For the full lesson with the breakdown and tab, check out Emil’s course on JamPlay.
“I Despise” – Chimaira Song Lesson – JamPlay
Also from Chimaira’s 2013 album Crown Of Phantoms, “I Despise” relies heavily on the rhythm of the drums and vocals. But, needless to say, the guitars riffs, which were largely written by vocalist Mark Hunter, carry the tune.
In this lesson from Emil Westler, you’ll learn all the chords, rhythms, and riffs to the song, “I Despise.” For the breakdown and tab for this lesson, check out Emil’s full lesson on JamPlay!
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The Oldest Song... Ever?
This week, as we head into Easter, millions of people across the U.S. will be gathering to celebrate this religious holiday. One celebratory activity that’s guaranteed to occur is the singing of religious songs. We call these hymns. And while that term may sound antiquated, it accurately describes the music you might sing in church today. But have you ever wondered about the origins of religious music? When did people first incorporate music into the worship of their deities? While we don’t know exactly the answer to that, we do have an idea of how old this tradition could be.
In the mid-20th century, archaeologists unearthed clay tablets inscribed with cuneiform writing and musical notation in the ancient city of Ugarit in present-day Syria. The tablet, which dates back to around 1400 BCE, contained the musical composition known as the Hurrian Hymn to Nikkal (a god in Hurrian civilization), or simply, “Hurrian Hymn No. 6.” The hymn was composed in the Hurrian language, an ancient language spoken in Mesopotamia. The tablet consists of 29 lines of text, with each line containing both cuneiform writing and musical notation.
But, that’s not all. The script used in the tablet is a form of diatonic notation, which means that the notes are arranged according to a fixed scale. Not only is this proof of the oldest written song, it’s also proof that the fixed scale is a way older invention than we previously thought (by about 900 or so years). You know what we still use today on guitars that we play? That’s right, the diatonic scale!
Let’s explore this oldest song and its elements to see what else it has in common with today’s music!
What does the oldest song sound like?
About 20 years after the tablets were discovered in Syria, a Californian Assyriologist named Anne Draffkorn Kilmer published an interpretation of the tablets as Western sheet music. Although no rhythm is implied in the texts, here is what that interpretation sounds like fundamentally (as performed on a MIDI instrument):
That was… nice. But, the tablets also contained texts that suggested tunings for a lyre – an early stringed instrument. Luckily, the acclaimed lyre player, Michael Levy reinterpreted the original transcription to create a solo lyre arrangement of his own. So, take a listen to how “Hymn No. 6” might have sounded when it was written:
Needless to say, the song is hauntingly beautiful. And, because it uses a 7-note, fixed scale like we do today, it’s easily replicable. It also means that it shares more in common with today’s music that one might expect. One significant similarity we can point out is the types of intervals used when harmonizing. Why is that important to us guitar players at JamPlay? Because those intervals help us create some of the most iconic guitar sounds we’re familiar with.
Major and Minor Thirds = Double Stops
As you can hear in both the MIDI rendition and Michael Levy’s arrangement of “Hymn No. 6,” there’s a decent amount of parallel thirds. When we use parallel thirds on the guitar, we often refer to them as “double stops.”
In this guitar lesson from D.J. Phillips, you can hear and see how double stops (sometimes major and minor thirds) can be applied to classic country music. For the full lesson with tab, plus more lessons like this, check out D.J. Phillips’ course on JamPlay.
Perfect Fifths = Power Chords
Another observation we can make about the harmony in “Hymn No. 6” is its use of perfect fifths. In the world of guitar, we use these commonly. They are the basis of power chords we use ubiquitously in rock music.
In this lesson, Callum Bair shows you how to turn a perfect fifth interval into a basic power chord. For the full lesson, and more lesson like this, check out Callum’s course on JamPlay!
Pedal Point = A Great Tool for Fingerstyle Guitar
Lastly, we can observe in “Hymn No. 6” that sometimes one note is played over and over, while a melody is played simultaneously. As mentioned in a previous blog, this is called “pedal point.” This can be a helpful technique to learn if you play fingerstyle, or are learning fingerstyle guitar. As we can hear, even in ancient times, this harmonic technique can result in some pretty sounding melodies.
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Darkest Hour Song Lesson Playlist
Darkest Hour is an American metal band that has been active since 1995. The band has released a total of 10 studio albums, several EPs, and live recordings, and have toured extensively throughout the world. The band’s high energy and intense stage presence have earned them a reputation as one of the most dynamic live acts in metal. They have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the genre, including Lamb of God, Machine Head, and At the Gates, and have played at major festivals such as Ozzfest, Wacken Open Air, and Download Festival. Darkest Hour has received critical acclaim for their music. Their albums have consistently received positive reviews from music critics, and they have been nominated for several awards, including a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance for their song “In the Wake of Pigs” in 2008.
Here at JamPlay, we were fortunate enough to collaborate with former Darkest Hour guitarist, Kris Norris to get the inside scoop on how to play some of the band’s biggest hits. So, grab your guitar, and let’s shred on some Darkest Hour songs!
“With A Thousand Words To Say But One” – Darkest Hour Song Lesson – JamPlay
“With a Thousand Words to Say But One” is the opening track from Darkest Hour’s 2005 album Undoing Ruin. The song features a dynamic mix of heavy riffs, melodic guitar leads, and intense drumming, along with powerful vocals that alternate between clean singing and aggressive screams.
Get ready to learn a fast one – “With a Thousand Words to Say But One” was recorded at 198bpm! For the breakdown of all of the guitar parts from Darkest Hour guitarist, Kris Norris, check out the full lesson on JamPlay.
“Convalescence” – Darkest Hour Song Lesson – JamPlay
Also from Undoing Ruin, “Convalescence” starts with an intro that’s reminiscent of good ‘ole hard rock. As a joke, the members of Darkest Hour used to endearingly refer to this song as “Tommy Lee” in reference to the Mötley Crüe rocker because of the song’s simplistic rock vibe.
In this lesson, Kris Norris shows you how to play all of the guitar parts you may have missed in your first few listens to the song. For the breakdown with tab & notation, check out Kris’ full lesson on JamPlay!
“Tunguska Guitar Solo” – Darkest Hour Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Tunguska” comes from the band’s acclaimed 2007 album, Deliver Us, and has an interesting backstory. According to guitarist, Kris Norris, he wrote the guitar solo for this tune entirely in tab before even picking up a guitar to play it. He apparently did this in order to challenge himself with new and difficult techniques.
So, in this lesson, you’ll be focusing only on the guitar solo for “Tunguska.” For the breakdown, including the tab that Kris himself wrote, check out the full lesson on JamPlay.
“Doomsayer (The Beginning Of The End)” – Darkest Hour Song Lesson – JamPlay
Exploring themes of impending doom and societal collapse, “Doomsayer (The Beginning of The End)” kicks off Darkest Hour’s album, Deliver Us. In a dramatic fashion, the song begins with an acoustic guitar intro before progressing to the band’s signature melodic death metal sound, featuring powerful guitar riffs, driving drums, and emotionally charged vocals.
Follow along with Kris Norris in his full “Doomsayer (The Beginning of The End)” guitar lesson on JamPlay!
“Tranquil” – Darkest Hour Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Tranquil” is the final track from Darkest Hour’s 2005 Victory Records release, Undoing Ruin, and is anything but what the title suggests. Similar to the band’s other aggressive tracks, this one thrashes just as hard. The song features a solo, which Kris Norris notes is one of his favorites to play.
Follow along as Kris shows you how to play the guitar parts, including his solo from the song “Tranquil.” Watch the full lesson here on JamPlay!
“Demons” – Darkest Hour Song Lesson – JamPlay
The song “Demons” exemplifies Darkest Hour’s ability to delve into the complexities of the human condition through their music. From their 2007 album, Deliver Us, this track is featured in the HBO television show, True Blood, and can also be played as a track in the video game, Guitar Hero 5.
In this lesson from Kris Norris, you can learn to play “Demons” note-for-note on a real guitar! Check out the full lesson here on JamPlay.
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Cream Song Lesson Playlist
If you’ve ever listened to classic hits radio, you’ve probably heard music by Cream. In fact, if you’ve ever walked into a Guitar Center at the right time, or seen the 1990 film, Goodfellas, you’ve probably also heard music by Cream. Consisting of prodigy players, Jack Bruce, Ginger Baker, and Eric Clapton (formerly of The Yardbirds), this British power trio achieved timeless success in its three-year-long existence. Cream released four albums, toured globally, and penned some of the most recognizable blues rock songs of the late ’60s. In 1993, the band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. And in 2006, they were awarded a GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award for their influence on contemporary music.
So, if you’re a guitar player, you are probably already familiar with some of Cream’s popular riffs. Keep reading to learn how you can get some of their biggest hits under your fingers!
“Sunshine Of Your Love” – Cream Song Lesson – JamPlay
When we mentioned entering a Guitar Center and hearing Cream, this is the song we were talking about. “Sunshine Of Your Love” is easily one of the most recognizable psychedelic blues rock songs. As mentioned in our 5 Famous Guitar Parts blog, the song’s iconic riff was inspired by a Jimi Hendrix concert that bassist, Jack Bruce attended. The public heard “Sunshine Of Your Love” at first on Cream’s 1967 album, Disraeli Gears. Cream later released it as a single due to popular demand. By the end of 1968, the RIAA certified the song Platinum. Unsurprisingly, it also peaked at No. 5 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart that same year. Today, “Sunshine Of Your Love” is deemed one of the most influential guitar songs ever. Rolling Stone magazine even ranked it No. 65 on its “500 Greatest Songs of All Time” list.
In this preview of Chris Buono’s “Sunshine Of Your Love” lesson, you’ll get a sneak peak at all of the guitar parts heard on the song. For a breakdown of all of the parts with tab and notation, check out Chris’ full lesson on JamPlay!
“White Room” – Song Lesson – JamPlay
“White Room,” which debuted in 1967, became nearly as influential as “Sunshine Of Your Love.” This song is characterized by Eric Clapton’s wah-wah lead guitar lines, Ginger Baker’s timpani rhythms, and Jack and Ginger’s superimposed 5/4 meter intro section. Since the song’s release, countless artists, including other famous ones, have covered “White Room.”
In this lesson from Stuart Ziff, you’ll learn all of the guitar parts on “White Room” as they appear on the record. For the breakdown of all the parts, check out Stuart’s full lesson on JamPlay!
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Chevelle Song Lesson Playlist
As we’ve mentioned in recent articles, if you were playing rock and post-grunge music in the 1990s, chances are you felt pretty much at home (see our blog about Candlebox)! Another big player to come out of this era of rock was the 3-man-band, Chevelle. Most consistently comprised of the two brothers, Pete and Sam Loeffler, Chevelle made a name for themselves in 2002 with their release of their second studio album, Wonder What’s Next. Not only did the album peak at No. 14 on Billboard’s Hot 200 and go double Platinum, more than one of its singles broke the top five on the mainstream rock charts.
Here at JamPlay, our amazing educators figure out and teach you how to play all of the guitar parts for your favorite songs. Let’s take a look at some note-for-note Chevelle guitar lessons!
“Face To The Floor” – Chevelle Song Lesson – JamPlay
Chevelle’s certified Gold single, “Face To The Floor” comes from their 2011 album, Hats off to The Bull. Supposedly, the Loeffler brothers wrote this song about Bernie Madoff’s Ponzi scheme victims. The track saw a ton of commercial success, peaking at No. 1 on the Mainstream Rock charts.
Before you start learning this song, you’ll need to drop tune your guitar. “Face To The Floor” is played in drop C, which is like a drop D tuning, except all strings are dropped a whole step to accommodate the low C string. Get the tab, notation, and breakdown from Allen Van Wert’s full lesson on JamPlay!
“The Red” – Song Lesson – JamPlay
Since its release as the lead single from Chevelle’s Wonder What’s Next album, “The Red” has consistently been the band’s most popular track. The song was ultimately partially responsible for their rise to fame; it peaked at No. 56 on Billboard’s Hot 100, and is certified double Platinum in the U.S.
You’ll also need to tune your guitar to follow along with this lesson, but a little differently this time. “The Red” is tuned to C#, but the strings’ relationships are the same as standard tuning. In other words, you’ll need to drop ALL of your strings by a minor third. You can follow along with Allen Van Wert’s breakdown in his full lesson on JamPlay.
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Billy Idol Song Lesson Playlist
Rockstar and frontrunner of the “Second British Invasion,” Billy Idol is a musical and cultural phenomenon. According to legend, the “Idol” part of his moniker comes from a report card he took home in high school, on which a teacher labeled him “idle.” While that may have been true for his academic life, he showed his true potential when he moved from the UK to New York in 1981 to start his solo music career. Partnering with glam rock guitarist, Steve Stevens, Billy Idol made a name for himself between ’81 and ’83 with a combination of single and album releases. Idol’s early hits would earn him places in the Billboard Hot 100, amongst other global charts. Idol’s music videos would also become some of first nominated works at the MTV Video Music Awards, which had their first annual ceremony in 1984.
Fortunately for guitarists at home reading this, JamPlay teamed up with Steve Stevens himself to show us how to play some of Billy Idol’s biggest hits on guitar. Let’s jump in and learn some Billy Idol songs!
“Eyes Without a Face” – Billy Idol Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Eyes Without a Face” was Billy Idol’s first ever single to breach the Top 10 in the Americas. Featuring a ballad-esque melody and dark lyrics, this outlier of a track peaked at No. 4 on Billboard’s Hot 100, and is still one of Idol’s most popular tunes.
In this lesson from Steve Stevens, you’ll learn how to play all of the chords and melodies for “Eyes Without a Face” on guitar. For the breakdown of all the parts and more, check out Steve’s full lesson on JamPlay!
“Flesh For Fantasy” – Billy Idol Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Flesh For Fantasy” comes from Idol’s second studio album, Rebel Yell. This track was the third single from the album, and was cowritten by both Billy Idol and Steve Stevens. The song peaked at No. 8 on the US Mainstream Rock charts.
Take a page from Steve’s book and learn how to play the guitar parts for “Flesh For Fantasy” on guitar. For the breakdown, check out the full lesson on JamPlay!
“Rebel Yell” – Billy Idol Song Lesson – JamPlay
The title track from his second album, “Rebel Yell” is another one of Billy Idol’s persistently most popular tunes. Between 1983 and 1985, this song charted in the US, England, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. It even peaked at No. 46 on Billboard’s Hot 100.
Get ready to work out your right hand on this tune. Steve Stevens shows you how to play the guitar parts for “Rebel Yell,” including an intro which Steve intentionally wrote to sound like a guitar and an electric keys part playing simultaneously. Get the full breakdown with tab in Steve’s lesson on JamPlay!
“White Wedding” – Billy Idol Song Lesson – JamPlay
A hit single from his debut album, “White Wedding” is one of Billy Idol’s identifiable tunes. The song topped out at No. 10 and No. 36 on Billboard’s Bubbling Under the Hot 100 and Hot 100 charts, respectively upon its initial launch and re-launch. “White Wedding” also famously makes an appearance in Adam Sandler’s film, The Wedding Singer, which featured a role starring Idol.
Learn all the guitar parts from co-writer and guitarist, Steve Steven’s full lesson on JamPlay!
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Candlebox Song Lesson Playlist
The 1990s were a magical time for hard rock and grunge. Some of the biggest, grittiest rock jams were born out of this era thanks to a number of key players. The rock band, Candlebox was one such contributor. With sun-roasted vocal timbres from frontman, Kevin Martin, and dreamy lead parts from guitarist, Peter Klett, the band was destined for the main stage. In fact, within just two years of releasing their 1993 debut album, Candlebox was winning awards and sharing the stage with huge acts like Aerosmith, Rush, and Metallica. Some of their first singles became radio staples and even found their way into Billboard’s Hot 100.
If you’re a Candlebox fan, and are eager to learn some songs, you’re in the right place! Grab your guitar and let’s learn some rock hits.
“Far Behind” – Candlebox Song Lesson – JamPlay
A tribute to the late Seattle-based, Malfunkshun singer, Andrew Wood, “Far Behind” sing about the sorrow of losing a friend. Despite its sad connotations, the song itself was an immediate hit upon its release in 1993. “Far Behind” peaked at No. 18 on Billboard’s Hot 100, and spent over six months on the charts. It remains the band’s most popular track to date, and currently boasts over 120 million streams on Spotify alone.
In this lesson from D.J. Phillips, you’ll get a feel for the guitar arrangement for “Far Behind” in its entirety. For the breakdown, tab, and notation, check out the full song lesson on JamPlay!
“You” – Song Lesson – JamPlay
Another well-known hit of Candlebox’s, “You” is a song about frontman, Kevin Martin’s newfound abstinence from hard drugs. This track was also featured on the band’s self-titled debut album, and peaked at No. 78 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song features a recognizable clean guitar riff, overdriven rhythm guitar, and a screaming guitar solo that’s bound to give you a good workout!
In this lesson from Chris Liepe, you’ll learn how to play all of the guitar parts for “You” note-for-note. For the breakdown, tab, & notation, check out Chris’ full song lesson on JamPlay!
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Pedal Point Guitar Exercise & Etude
As guitars gained popularity during the Baroque and Classical periods, guitarists developed some techniques that emphasized to the strengths of this new instrument. For instance, guitars, unlike oboes or horns, can play polyphonic music. This meaning many musical parts can be played simultaneously. Guitars share this capability with pianos (and violins, violas, and cellos if the player is skilled enough). And thus, harmonic techniques written for one can sometimes translate easily to the other. One example of this is “pedal point,” which describes one musical “voice” sustaining a note while the other harmonic and melodic voices move freely. When applied to fingerstyle guitar, this technique can result in some beautiful harmonic textures that are worth adding to your toolbox. So, let’s explore a pedal point guitar exercise with JamPlay educator, R.D. King!
Pedal Point Guitar Lesson from R.D. King:
Before you start, it’s important to put your guitar in drop D tuning. This can be done by lowering your low E string one whole step to D.
In this lesson from R.D. King, you’ll learn a pedal tone guitar etude from start to finish. First, you’ll focus on a fingerpicking pattern warmup that will familiarize you with playing pedal notes. Then, R.D. King will guide you through applying this technique to learning an etude he’s entitled, “Spring.” Each lesson is accompanied by practice session at 80 beats per minute. If this feels too fast at first, you can practice slower and gradually work up to a faster tempo. But remember, always use a metronome when you practice; your timing is just as important as playing the right notes!
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Machine Head Song Lesson Playlist
Founded in 1991, the thrash metal band, Machine Head was (legend has it) founded by lead vocalist Rob Flynn while he attended a Metallica concert. Since then, the band has gone on to release ten studio albums, appear on global charts, and garner international acclaim, . Although Machine Head didn’t quite catch on in the U.S. at first, they became notorious in Europe over their first several albums between the mid-1990s and early 2000s. Their more recent releases have kept the Machine Head legacy alive; in 2007, the band was nominated for a GRAMMY Award, and in 2010 their album The Blackening was named Metal Hammer Magazine’s Album of the Decade.
Members may be excited to know that Machine Head founder and frontman, Rob Flynn and guitarist, Phil Demmel joined us a JamPlay to teach you how to play four Machine Head original songs! Grab your guitar, and get ready to learn some metal guitar.
Note: When learning these songs, remember to set your tuner 40hz higher (A=480hz). It’s the Machine Head way!
“Aesthetics of Hate” – Machine Head Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Aesthetics of Hate” is an important song for Machine Head. Not only was it the source of controversy, as it was written in response to an article that lambasted late guitarist, Dimebag Darrell, it also earned the band its only GRAMMY Award nomination. The song itself features memorable guitar riffs and distorted rhythmic chugs. Get ready for speed when learning this song – it’s fast!
Get the full song lesson and breakdown from Rob Flynn and Phil Demmel on JamPlay!
“Be Still And Know” – Song Lesson – JamPlay
From the band’s seventh studio album, Unto The Locust, “Be Still And Know” is a song about persisting through the rough times like presents us with. According to Phil Demmel, he had shown the song’s riffs to Rob, and then wasn’t able to attend practice for several days. But, by the time he returned to rehearsals, Rob and the other members of the band had already pieced together much of the song using Phil’s riffs.
Get the full song lesson and breakdown from Rob Flynn and Phil Demmel on JamPlay!
“Darkness Within” – Machine Head Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Darkness Within” also debuted on the album, Unto The Locust, and is said to have been partially inspired by the life events that also inspired frontman, Rob Flynn to write “Be Still And Know.” Rob also says part of the inspiration for the song came from a scene he saw in the 1987 film, Angel Heart. Another interesting fact about this song is its tuning. The A, D, G, and B strings are all dropped to C# tuning (F#, B, E, and G#), and the high and low E strings are dropped to low B.
Get the full song lesson and breakdown from Rob Flynn and Phil Demmel on JamPlay!
“Now I Lay Thee Down” – Machine Head Song Lesson – JamPlay
“Now I Lay Thee Down” is said to have set the stylistic stage for Machine Head’s 2007 album, The Blackening. Rob Flynn mentions the lyrics for the song, which features pop-esque melodies, depict a Shakespearian-style tragedy. Similar to “Darkness Within,” this song is tuned mostly to C#, except the low E string which is dropped to a low B.
Get the full song lesson and breakdown from Rob Flynn and Phil Demmel on JamPlay!
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