Guitar World | 1 decade ago
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When writing riffs, one of the greatest challenges is to create parts that are not just melodically and rhythmically effective but also memorable and powerful. The best metal riffs—like "Crazy Train," for example—contain all of the qualities necessary for a great riff: hard-driving power, strong melody and, most importantly, a "star quality" that makes the riff instantly recognizable. This is true for both fast and slow riffs, because a really great riff doesn't have to be impressive exclusively in a technical sense. This month, I'd like to present a couple of riffs that I believe exemplify these qualities.
