Metal is a genre that prides itself on its technicality – but sometimes a meaty guitar riff is all you need to serve a great song. Getting faces scrunched and heads banging is one of the best things a ...

The greatest works of art in history have been very much intentional. Every once in a while, though, an artist will create something of legend, completely by accident. That’s exactly what happened to ...

“Breed” is only one of many stellar tracks on Nevermind, but we particularly love Cobain’s guitar riff on this one. It’s not as intense or inaccessible to non-grunge fans as other tracks on that album ...

Recently, many rockers – such as Alice Cooper, Jimmy Page, Ozzy Osbourne and Patti Smith – have paid tribute to the inimitable Jeff Beck (who died on Jan. 10 at the age of 78). Now, Ted Nugent has not ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. While there’s not much debate regarding which lineup of Black ...

The seven tracks are filled to the brim with incredible riffs, mathy moments, wonderfully created noise, and heartfelt lyrics that are delivered with power, pain, and hope. It is astounding how much ...

Singer Rob Thomas’ Son, 27, Slays Iconic Guitar Riff on Dad’s Song ‘Smooth’: ‘Beyond Incredible' originally appeared on Parade. Have you ever wondered if musical talent is a family trait? After seeing ...