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Blackout

Sean Conklin
AdvancedMetalCool Riffs Song tutorial6 lessons7m

Welcome to the "Blackout" tutorial! With this song, we're going to look at some ideas focusing primarily on metal and Eastern styles. Also, note that this song is in Drop D tuning. If you aren't exactly sure what that is, click here. Once you check out the full video, head on over to the first lesson. Get ready to rock!

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  1. 1 1:35 Lesson · 2m "Blackout" - Full Video Welcome to the "Blackout" tutorial! With this song, we're going to look at some ideas focusing primarily on metal and Eastern styles. Also, note that this song is in Drop D tuning. If you aren't exactly sure... Tab Guitar Pro
  2. 2 0:52 Lesson · 1m "Blackout" - Exercise 1 This is my favorite riff in the tutorial. I love the atmospheric Eastern vibe it conveys. This riff has a time signature of 7/8. So that means we have seven 8th notes accounted for in each measure. If you... Tab
  3. 3 0:45 Lesson · 1m "Blackout" - Exercise 2 Here, we continue the Eastern vibe with a more rhythmic and staccato approach. It's also an excellent exercise to help develop finger control. First thing to notice are the rests. You'll encounter 8th note... Tab
  4. 4 0:51 Lesson · 1m "Blackout" - Exercise 3 This exercise utilizes the open 6th string as well as octave chords. In bars 10-13, we'll be playing the 6th string ringing out, but then be sure to palm mute that string starting on bar 14. While you play the... Tab
  5. 5 0:55 Lesson · 1m "Blackout" - Exercise 4 Just as in Exercise 2, we're going to be encountering some quick 16th note rests. When these rests occur, slap your fret-hand fingers down on the strings to ensure a solid mute. Watch closely how I do that in... Tab
  6. 6 1:34 Backing track · 2m "Blackout" - Backing Track Okay, have fun with the backing track! If you record yourself playing along, be sure to post it in the forums! Tab

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