About this Backing Track:
Perfect your Dave Mustaine and Marty Friedman metal guitar techniques by playing the metal riffs and Megadeth guitar solos you learnt in our ‘Symphony Of Destruction‘ guitar lesson along with this ‘Symphony Of Destruction‘ metal guitar backing track.
Symphony Of Destruction Guitar Lesson
Join shred maestro Andy James as he takes you deep into one of Megadeth’s most iconic tracks — Symphony of Destruction. In this exclusive Lick Library video tutorial, Andy dissects every riff, run, and rhythm section with laser-sharp precision, giving you the tools to tackle Dave Mustaine’s crushing guitar work like never before. This lesson zeroes in on: Signature Riffs & Galloping Rhythms – Learn how to lock into those tight, palm-muted grooves and syncopated chugs that define the song’s relentless drive. Lead Guitar Licks – Andy walks you through Marty Friedman’s expressive lead parts, highlighting subtle bends, exotic scale choices, and phrasing techniques that add melodic depth. Solo Breakdown – Get under the hood of the solo with Andy’s note-for-note breakdown, including alternate picking runs, legato phrasing, and the trademark Marty vibrato. Tone Tips – Dial in that crunchy, articulate thrash tone using Andy’s gear insights, plus advice on amp settings and pickups to get you closer to that Megadeth sound. Whether you’re brushing up on your metal rhythm chops or looking to shred with more finesse, Andy’s tutorial delivers the goods — all with clear, slow-tempo walkthroughs and full-speed play-throughs. Perfect for intermediate to advanced players who want to tighten their technique and level up their metal vocabulary.
