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

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  • Опубліковано 30 сер 2023
  • 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.
    We hope you enjoy this video and please give it a thumbs up and make sure you're subscribed to the Metal Mastermind UA-cam channel!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 72

  • @Moveplaylift
    @Moveplaylift 9 місяців тому +10

    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  9 місяців тому +2

      Really appreciate that comment! 🙏 🤘

  • @opethmike
    @opethmike 2 дні тому

    I feel like this dude gives good hugs.

  • @txhc666
    @txhc666 9 місяців тому +51

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

    • @itachi9567
      @itachi9567 9 місяців тому +5

      Me too

    • @donbishop6994
      @donbishop6994 9 місяців тому +4

      I feel this. 💯

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  9 місяців тому +2

      🤘

    • @richiepyke1380
      @richiepyke1380 9 місяців тому +4

      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 5 місяців тому +1

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

  • @newheightsfitness1461
    @newheightsfitness1461 9 місяців тому +5

    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!

  • @saskwotch19764
    @saskwotch19764 9 місяців тому +8

    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 👏

  • @ntx-outdoorsunlimited
    @ntx-outdoorsunlimited 9 місяців тому +8

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

  • @pxtixntzero7127
    @pxtixntzero7127 8 місяців тому +2

    Hail yeah! you keep kicking ass man👌🏻

  • @Vacced
    @Vacced 9 місяців тому +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 9 місяців тому +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  9 місяців тому

      🤘🤘🤘

    • @donbishop6994
      @donbishop6994 9 місяців тому

      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.

  • @deangullberry5148
    @deangullberry5148 9 місяців тому +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 9 місяців тому +1

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

    • @deangullberry5148
      @deangullberry5148 9 місяців тому +1

      yeah. Who'da thunk it...

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  9 місяців тому +1

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

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  9 місяців тому

      🤘🤘🤘

    • @deangullberry5148
      @deangullberry5148 9 місяців тому

      ROCK ON, METAL MESSIAH!!!!

  • @YAWN....
    @YAWN.... 7 місяців тому +2

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

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  7 місяців тому +2

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

    • @YAWN....
      @YAWN.... 7 місяців тому

      ​@@metalmastermindcheers 🤘

  • @kenhomeier8629
    @kenhomeier8629 Місяць тому +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  Місяць тому

      Awesome to hear that. Also check out our latest riff writing ideas here: ua-cam.com/video/D1FzNA--_jE/v-deo.html

  • @charlesmerfeld2988
    @charlesmerfeld2988 9 місяців тому +1

    Always great content

  • @Emily_M81
    @Emily_M81 9 місяців тому +3

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

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  9 місяців тому

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

  • @maxfreniere3563
    @maxfreniere3563 9 місяців тому +2

    Great ideas to work on 🤟

  • @sole__doubt
    @sole__doubt 9 місяців тому +2

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

  • @Seanhy5
    @Seanhy5 4 місяці тому +1

    Fantastic lesson, Jason, thank you 🤘🏻🎸

  • @Scourgeofmadness
    @Scourgeofmadness 9 місяців тому +1

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

  • @jeffunderwood6235
    @jeffunderwood6235 9 місяців тому +3

    That is awesome

  • @reggiemaron6310
    @reggiemaron6310 9 місяців тому +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!

  • @Bobblehead4187
    @Bobblehead4187 9 місяців тому +1

    Your content is priceless man

  • @13AndreFalcao666
    @13AndreFalcao666 9 місяців тому +2

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

  • @lbalcerzak
    @lbalcerzak 9 місяців тому +2

    Cool stuff. More about black metal pls! 🤘

  • @newheightsfitness1461
    @newheightsfitness1461 9 місяців тому +1

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

  • @cathartes8436
    @cathartes8436 6 місяців тому +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

  • @skulrl
    @skulrl 9 місяців тому +1

    🔥

  • @AchillesRage501
    @AchillesRage501 16 днів тому +1

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

  • @expatriate-life4431
    @expatriate-life4431 9 місяців тому +3

    What scale are you using?

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  9 місяців тому +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

  • @ragekidsmusic1627
    @ragekidsmusic1627 3 місяці тому

    could any of these metal riffs be played in any tuning

    • @metalmastermind
      @metalmastermind  3 місяці тому +1

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

    • @ragekidsmusic1627
      @ragekidsmusic1627 3 місяці тому

      @@metalmastermind oh ok i see thanks Metalmastermind

  • @joseboiser3721
    @joseboiser3721 2 місяці тому +1

    thnk you for the idea