Soft Play - Punks Dead & The Hunter
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In this guitar lesson, we’ll dive into two riff-heavy tracks by Soft Play: 'Punk’s Dead' and 'The Hunter.' These songs are perfect for players looking to explore simple yet powerful riffs!
Both tracks showcase the creative use of the minor pentatonic scale, particularly focusing on the first few notes of this scale. However, the magic really happens with how these riffs are brought to life with the addition of blues scale notes, giving them that extra edge and complexity.
'Punk’s Dead,' has a fast and aggressive style riff with elements clearly influenced by the riff work of Rage Against The Machine and Tom Morello, making this tune is a standout example of modern punk rock; especially as it features a collaboration with Robbie Williams! You’ll learn how to capture that raucous energy through tight, rhythmic playing and dynamic variations, perfect for any punk-inspired guitarist.
'The Hunter' follows a similar approach with the use of tritone sounds, creating the darker, more menacing tone than many other riffs in the punk genre. This track is a testament to how simplicity in riff writing can create some of the most memorable and impactful songs. By breaking down this song, you’ll see how a straightforward approach can lead to epic results!
Whether you’re a fan of punk rock or just looking to enhance your riff playing skills, this lesson is a fun one that will equip you with the tools to get playing some high energy riffs to crank up the amp to!
Punk's Dead - Live from Reading
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The Hunter
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