A Ramones’ classic makes it onto the list – but which is it? - Roberta Bayley/Redferns We’re going to fall out about this, obviously. But here we go. Let’s just start with the idea that a riff is a ...

Seven Nation Army is notable for its lack of a vocal-driven chorus, instead using the riff as its main hook.

Led Zeppelin has countless incredible guitar riffs in their music. Whether it’s the opening of “Whole Lotta Love” or “When the Levee Breaks,” audiences are still amazed by Jimmy Page’s work with the ...

The greatest works of art in history have been very much intentional. Every once in a while, though, an artist will create something of legend, completely by accident. That’s exactly what happened to ...

There is a mechanical efficiency to modern pop songwriting. It is art as engineering, a process that can – and has – been codified in a formula. Just think of the ABABCBB structure. Like the ...