Jazz and blues are two American art forms that kids should learn about, just as they learn about European classical music or any other musical genre that has stood the test of time. A selection of new ...

Blues‑inspired electric guitar loops thrive on a raw, emotional expressiveness that can instantly transform the mood of any track. These riffs typically revolve around classic three‑chord progressions ...

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ZZ Top’s “La Grange” is famed for its iconic blues rock guitar riff. Guitarist Billy Gibbons detailed the riff’s origins and signature techniques. The song sparked a lawsuit and allegedly contributed ...

Distilling must-know guitar riffs in a list of only five is difficult. You’ll notice classics like “Smoke on the Water,” “Iron Man,” and “Enter Sandman” missing. And don’t forget the sweet ones: ...

p>This week on Riverwalk Jazz, The Jim Cullum Jr. Jazz Band uses simple, familiar riffs to build entire arrangements and tunes—from originals like “Keep Off the Grass” to standards like “Dinah.” ...

I like jazz, but I don’t know much about it. Or perhaps I should say that I know what I like. Duke Ellington, Bessie Smith and Benny Goodman, yes, but my appreciation really kicks in with the ...

Lucy’s 51 is a classic Toluca Lake spot, one still haunted by the gently jiving spirits of high times and late nights long since past. This room on Riverside Drive has a formidable history: Its ...

The greatest blues, rock and metal songs of all time have one thing in common: a slamming guitar riff that elevates the song to iconic status. Guitar World knew that when it placed ZZ Top's La Grange ...