About this Backing Track:
This Robin Trower ‘Day Of The Eagle‘ blues guitar backing track will let you put all those Robin Trower guitar techniques into practise.
Day Of The Eagle Guitar Lesson
In this guitar tutorial, Michael Casswell expertly breaks down the signature techniques and powerful riffs behind Robin Trower’s iconic "Day of the Eagle," one of the standout tracks from Trower’s legendary 1974 album Bridge of Sighs. Known for his blues-infused, Hendrix-like tone and touch, Trower’s playing style comes to life in this lesson, offering a deep dive into his soulful yet aggressive guitar work. Casswell guides you through each section of the song, starting with the raw, fuzz-laden intro riff that drives the track. He walks you through Trower’s distinct chord voicings and explains how to recreate that soaring, wah-infused lead guitar sound. You'll explore the use of bends, slides, and vibrato, critical elements of Trower’s phrasing, and get hands-on with his creative use of minor pentatonic scales, syncopation, and dynamics that bring out the heart and emotion in his solos. This tutorial doesn't just teach you how to play the notes, but how to capture the feel and spirit of Trower’s iconic guitar tone and phrasing. Michael Casswell also shares tips on gear and tone settings to help you nail the classic, warm, overdriven sound, from amp settings to pedal recommendations. Perfect for intermediate to advanced players, this lesson offers a blend of note-for-note accuracy and deep insight into one of the greatest guitar-driven tracks of the 70s. By the end, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of "Day of the Eagle," its intricacies, and how to approach it with the right blend of precision and feel.
