How to Turn 1 Simple Metal Riff into 7 Killer Riffs (Metal Riff Writing)

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  • Have you ever written a riff that you want to expand on but just can't seem to come up with anything different?
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    In this video, we show you 7 guitar methods you can use (for just one riff) to make it into different riffs, and even for different styles and metal sub-genres.
    We start with a simple riff. In fact, it's only 3 chords. And we start with the basics of power chords and palm muting (the heavy chugging!).
    After that, we start adding more techniques to come up with several variations of this one riff.
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ความคิดเห็น • 81

  • @txhc666
    @txhc666 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    The day I actually knew how to play is when I lost the ability to write a good song.

    • @itachi9567
      @itachi9567 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Me too

    • @donbishop6994
      @donbishop6994 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I feel this. 💯

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🤘

    • @richiepyke1380
      @richiepyke1380 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I still don't know how to play. I learned solely on making writing my own. Never learned covers except maybe small pieces to learn a technique, but that's about it. Don't know the name of notes or chords besides your very basic. I play until it sounds good 🤷

    • @billhinsperger8120
      @billhinsperger8120 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That happens look at motley Crüe they never learned anybody’s songs and they write all originals

  • @Moveplaylift
    @Moveplaylift ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This here is really what separates the channel from others... He gives you a solid scaffold to ground you and then actually suggests the best ways to build on top of that without getting lost so you're not all at sea. Kudos sir. You could literally write an album of songs just with this one video!
    Other channels would maybe provide a scaffold and then just leave you to it with no direction.

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Really appreciate that comment! 🙏 🤘

  • @saskwotch19764
    @saskwotch19764 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Seriously underrated channel. Thank you Sir! Awesome video, so interesting to hear the potential of one riff?! Love the black metal-style tremolo picking version 👏

  • @newheightsfitness1461
    @newheightsfitness1461 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I think the great thing about this channel and the people involved is the humble approach taken. I've taken time to listen to Jason and Ken's music, and it is pretty bloody good. That these guys and the team are encouraging people to craft their own sound is very uplifting!

  • @ntx-outdoorsunlimited
    @ntx-outdoorsunlimited ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You can also harmonize with different octaves. Solid riff(s) by the way!

  • @Vacced
    @Vacced ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Sick video Jason, I've loved your videos and they've helped me immensely in coming up with my own riffs and combining them into songs. This one is the cherry on top!
    Thanks for this! Have a good one.

  • @Master0Corvo
    @Master0Corvo ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just recently found your guy's channel and I have to say, please continue making these helpful videos!! I've been struggling all my life trying to make something amazing out of the riffs I make in my bedroom and your guy's videos are easily the best resource I have! Thank you guys so much!

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  ปีที่แล้ว

      🤘🤘🤘

    • @donbishop6994
      @donbishop6994 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jason is absolutely awesome at explaining things in a way that a 5 year old can understand. He has truly mastered the skill of teaching people. I completely commend him and his dedication.

  • @ricardoacostav
    @ricardoacostav หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    riff 1 0:33
    riff 2 1:14
    riff 3 2:00
    riff 4 2:57
    riff 5 3:48
    riff 6 5:59
    riff 7 6:02

  • @opethmike
    @opethmike 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I feel like this dude gives good hugs.

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      😂🤘

    • @rig6568
      @rig6568 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@metalmastermind 🤘😂🤘

  • @nibel13
    @nibel13 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great stuff!! You have gotten yourself a new subscriber.

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you and it's great to have you 🤘

  • @AchillesRage501
    @AchillesRage501 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just wrote a song few days ago and ive been trying to make a riff but none worked hope this helps me

  • @ChameleonHulk
    @ChameleonHulk ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What scale are you using?

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I don’t base any riff or licks on scales; it’s not something I think about at all. It’s just going off what I’m hearing in my head and translating that to the fretboard

  • @Baminion
    @Baminion 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I already kind of was doing this

  • @deangullberry5148
    @deangullberry5148 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dude, I stumbled onto your channel four days ago. Even as a dedicated bass player I've learned more than in the last few years.
    I know it's a different video, but you have , hands down, the best Circle of Fifths explanation EVER.
    Thank you from possibly your newest subscriber.

    • @sole__doubt
      @sole__doubt ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here, the youtube algorithm actually came through this time.

    • @deangullberry5148
      @deangullberry5148 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah. Who'da thunk it...

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for this, we appreciate that and will keep putting this kinda stuff out there!🤘

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  ปีที่แล้ว

      🤘🤘🤘

    • @deangullberry5148
      @deangullberry5148 ปีที่แล้ว

      ROCK ON, METAL MESSIAH!!!!

  • @Emily_M81
    @Emily_M81 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These are all great, plus mixing and matching them for even more variations :D

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah you start coming up with some really cool song ideas when you mix up the techniques!

  • @wookie-1410
    @wookie-1410 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool stuff. More about black metal pls! 🤘

  • @YAWN....
    @YAWN.... 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great stuff guys. Cheers from NZ.
    Rock on!!!!

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you so much for the support and kindness! 🤘🙏🏻

    • @YAWN....
      @YAWN.... 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@metalmastermindcheers 🤘

  • @pxtixntzero7127
    @pxtixntzero7127 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hail yeah! you keep kicking ass man👌🏻

  • @sole__doubt
    @sole__doubt ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great stuff brother, just the kind of content I cant get enough of. Subscribed \m/

  • @kenhomeier8629
    @kenhomeier8629 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    All good points and definitely helps on the creativity, especially when you’re in the groove and playing well. Those techniques open up the door for other new riffs. Nice video.

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome to hear that. Also check out our latest riff writing ideas here: th-cam.com/video/D1FzNA--_jE/w-d-xo.html

  • @jeffunderwood6235
    @jeffunderwood6235 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That is awesome

  • @reggiemaron6310
    @reggiemaron6310 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you so much for your channel, all your tips and tricks, it helps so much!
    Oftentimes , we kind of know the true inside but we are not sure and we want to have confirmation.
    Anyways, cheers!

  • @13AndreFalcao666
    @13AndreFalcao666 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's just so cool that Drax can teach me how to do music

  • @Scourgeofmadness
    @Scourgeofmadness ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings from Poland Jason , Your channel is awesome - long time ago I become a fan - please continue 🖤🖤🖤

  • @cathartes8436
    @cathartes8436 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I know it isn't the point of the video but you have a great on camera presence and easy to listen to voice

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you, we appreciate that!

  • @newheightsfitness1461
    @newheightsfitness1461 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video... also changing time signature or bar length is a good way.

  • @maxfreniere3563
    @maxfreniere3563 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great ideas to work on 🤟

  • @Seanhy5
    @Seanhy5 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fantastic lesson, Jason, thank you 🤘🏻🎸

  • @ragekidsmusic1627
    @ragekidsmusic1627 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    could any of these metal riffs be played in any tuning

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Any riff can be played in any tuning...there are no rules in music!

    • @ragekidsmusic1627
      @ragekidsmusic1627 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@metalmastermind oh ok i see thanks Metalmastermind

  • @Bobblehead4187
    @Bobblehead4187 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your content is priceless man

  • @charlesmerfeld2988
    @charlesmerfeld2988 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always great content

  • @skulrl
    @skulrl ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🔥

  • @joseboiser3721
    @joseboiser3721 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thnk you for the idea