A great rock song begins with an unbelievable riff. These 33 songs are elite examples of exactly that, with some that might ...

One of the most defining factors of rock music is the guitar riffs. Throughout the genre’s history, there have been several songs defined by the musicianship, particularly guitarists. In the musical ...

Released in 1976, this Eagles hit is famous for its guitar riff, but its dark portrayal of wealth, fame, and excess remains ...

The electric guitar is inarguably the defining instrument of classic rock (other than perhaps voice). In the mid-20th century, its malleable sound allowed countless bands to alter the course of music.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Guitar music is a ubiquitous feature of popular music, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chuck Berry's iconic riff from "Johnny B. Goode" was ranked No. 2 on a list of the best guitar riffs ever written, but many fans ...

In The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present, Paul McCartney wrote that George’s guitar riff in “And I Lover Her” made the song more musical. The “Yesterday” singer explained that the song needed something to ...

Led Zeppelin has countless incredible guitar riffs in their music. Whether it’s the opening of “Whole Lotta Love” or “When the Levee Breaks,” audiences are still amazed by Jimmy Page’s work with the ...