This post contains independently chosen affiliate links. See full affiliate disclosure. If a cover band is worth their salt, it’s in their repertoire. The opening floor-tom thud of Jet’s ‘Are You Gonna Be My Girl’ is sure to get the crowd on your side. It is the ultimate cover band mainstay, a song that managed … Read more
This post contains independently chosen affiliate links. See full affiliate disclosure. The Anthem of the 7:00 PM Set: You can’t have a classic rock cover band without doing Hot Blooded by Foreigner. It is the definitive high-energy opener, but for the guitarist, it’s a trap. Most players make the mistake of cranking up the gain … Read more
That chugging, “galloping” rhythm in Barracuda is one of the most recognizable guitar moments in classic rock. It isn’t just about the notes—it’s a masterclass in how to use a flanger as a rhythmic instrument. To nail this tone, you need a specific blend of 1970s tube saturation and a modulation sweep that sounds like a jet engine caught in a vacuum.