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5 Classic Rock Riffs for Beginners

5 Classic Rock Riffs for Beginners

Riffs are the building blocks of classic rock. They are the earworms that stick with you and make the songs memorable. In this video, you will learn how to play five of the most popular riffs from Deep Purple, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, The Rolling Stones, and Led Zeppelin.



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