About this Backing Track:
Here‘s a guitar backing track for ‘Don't Stop Believin‘. Use this Journey guitar backing track to play along with the band and step into Neal Schon‘s shoes. Make sure you've checked out our ‘Don't Stop Believin‘ guitar lesson so you can get all the guitar parts down.
Don't Stop Believin' Guitar Lesson
In this in-depth video tutorial, Jamie Humphries breaks down every iconic riff, chord progression, and solo of Journey’s classic anthem "Don't Stop Believin'." Humphries meticulously walks you through the entire song, from Neal Schon’s legendary arpeggiated intro to the powerful rock solo that makes this track a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for intermediate to advanced players, this lesson covers not only the lead guitar parts but also the essential rhythm components, helping you nail that anthemic sound with accuracy. Humphries’s expert instruction dives into the details of each section, showing how to achieve the right tone, phrasing, and dynamics. With tips on picking techniques, muting for clean arpeggios, and even ways to replicate the original studio effects, you’ll feel equipped to bring Journey’s soaring energy into your own playing. Whether you're a fan of classic rock or looking to expand your lead guitar vocabulary, this tutorial will give you the tools to play "Don't Stop Believin'" like a pro.
