About this Backing Track:
Here's our ‘Message In A Bottle‘ The Police pop guitar backing track so you can play one of Sting's best 80’s pop guitar songs to learn for electric guitar whilst picking up some more Andy Summers add9 guitar chords.
Message In A Bottle Guitar Lesson
In this comprehensive guitar tutorial, Jamie Humphries breaks down "Message in a Bottle" by The Police, showcasing the iconic riffs and melodic intricacies that made this song a staple of rock guitar. Humphries meticulously demonstrates Andy Summers' unique approach to guitar, which blends rhythmic picking patterns, complex chord voicings, and the use of chorus effects that define the song’s signature sound. Starting with the iconic arpeggiated intro riff, Jamie guides you through the repetitive yet hypnotic triad shapes that move up the neck, a hallmark of Summers' style. You’ll learn how to master the wide-stretching shapes and alternate picking technique that gives the riff its driving energy. He also focuses on how to achieve the correct tone, discussing gear, settings, and Andy Summers’ famous use of chorus and delay effects to create a shimmering, spacious sound. Moving into the verse and chorus sections, Jamie breaks down the rhythmic strumming and subtle variations in chord shapes that add dynamics to the song. He also covers the bridge, showing how to lock in with the bass and drums, while maintaining a clean, articulate tone. In addition, he explains how Summers uses his left hand to create smooth transitions between the different sections, providing you with techniques that are not only essential for this song but for expanding your overall playing style. Whether you're an intermediate guitarist looking to challenge yourself with these wide chord voicings or an advanced player aiming to nail the tone and feel of this Police classic, Jamie Humphries' tutorial is packed with insights that will help you capture the essence of this legendary song.
