RIFF WARS 3 | My Approach To Heavy Riffs

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  • Опубликовано: 2 янв 2025

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  • @RabeaMassaad
    @RabeaMassaad  5 лет назад +455

    Hey guys,
    I just wanna say a big thanks for all the positive words about this video.
    I will definitely take a look at creating more content like this. If you could chuck some replies to this comment with anything you’d love to see, please do!
    Much love
    Rabea

    • @awonderingoneil206
      @awonderingoneil206 5 лет назад +2

      Rabea, quick question, awesome vid by the way it was cool to see your take on riff writing.
      Do you like whammy bar equipped guitars and have you ever owned one?

    • @jamatheo
      @jamatheo 5 лет назад +3

      Yeah, riff #2 from Riff Wars. Seriously. You know, the one used in Siggy Pop. I beg you.
      [edit] also, I was always amazed by your clean ambient chords and melodies. Maybe do a video on that.

    • @pratinavchandra9998
      @pratinavchandra9998 5 лет назад +12

      Some videos on Drum programming and how to produce complete songs independently, as a guitarist maybe? Love your videos Bea! Keep the great content coming! :)

    • @theflyingpigofthenorth5942
      @theflyingpigofthenorth5942 5 лет назад +1

      @@awonderingoneil206 he has a strat and his original signature guitar had a floyd rose

    • @frederikthaysen6931
      @frederikthaysen6931 5 лет назад

      I loved the video, Bea!! Could you perhaps as a follow up to this video make another video sometime soon, where you introduce beginners in the metal genre (like myself) to how you incorporate rhythmic patterns into your playing? For example when you’re palm muting the lowest strings and you make an insane and interesting rhythm.
      And perhaps also a few words about the tunings you use, and your chord voicings when writing riffs.

  • @jayblack5231
    @jayblack5231 5 лет назад +197

    “Let me come up with something real quick”
    “Oh ok, so it’s in 7/8”
    BRO

  • @Oliver-ex3cs
    @Oliver-ex3cs 5 лет назад +319

    You had me at riff wars 3

    • @normandundas1005
      @normandundas1005 5 лет назад +5

      Great stuff Bea!.I am a big fan of yours but im not really into all the really heavy stuff but i love your prog style.Being a bit older i try to broaden my horizons and listen to as much as possible.My favourite band ever is The Church and i urge you to listen to the sublime guitar work by Peter Koppes and Marty Willson-Piper,I think you will be pleasently surprised.
      Cheers,Norm Dundas

    • @bikesnbeerz
      @bikesnbeerz 5 лет назад +1

      @@normandundas1005 Ah man, thanks! Had no idea they did "Under The Milky Way" ruclips.net/video/mA54NBtPKdI/видео.html

  • @tzvitombak5671
    @tzvitombak5671 5 лет назад +20

    Incredible how every note in your chords are audible despite the heavy gain

  • @Adam_Pagan
    @Adam_Pagan 5 лет назад +175

    Great riff, thanks Rabea. For those wondering, I'm thinking DROP C tuning
    Part 1) 0 5 4 7 x x, 0 7 5 5 8 x, 0 8 x x 10 x, 0 10 x x 11 x, 8 x 0 7 10 x
    Part 2) 0 5 4 7 x x, 10 10 10 12 x x, 8 8 12 10 8 8

  • @remy7092
    @remy7092 5 лет назад +3

    I liked the fist riff he played in the riffs wars video... the dissonance was disgustingly stellar.

  • @LukeBass1000
    @LukeBass1000 5 лет назад +38

    One thing I'd like to point out: in the last section, Bea remembers exactly what he has just played, is able to accurately evaluate the riff and change it according to what he wants to hear.
    A great skill that will save SO much time when writing music on your own. Killer vid as always! MOAR PLIZ

    • @craigjames1082
      @craigjames1082 5 лет назад +1

      So true. Once I was able to do this writing riffs became so much easier

  • @patrix_guitar
    @patrix_guitar 5 лет назад +165

    Please make a how to dial in your tone/amp/ir.
    What are you looking for in bass/mid/treble presence eg.

    • @screambluemurder101
      @screambluemurder101 5 лет назад +1

      Riffs Guitar & Gin yes!!!

    • @willowsparks4576
      @willowsparks4576 5 лет назад +5

      he's said before he uses not much bass, a lot of mids, and some highs with a fair bit of presence but he didn't say what exact settings were

  • @noobmusic1864
    @noobmusic1864 5 лет назад +170

    Little known fact: The relationship between Rabea's jaw and his hands is the same as between a ventriloquist and his puppet.

    • @mennovos5973
      @mennovos5973 4 года назад +2

      I'm dealing with a 24/7 chronic hedace due to broxism , you killed me with this one . I also play guitar with the jawww😂

    • @gohamm8629
      @gohamm8629 Год назад +1

      That’s his secret. That’s not actually an amp and guitar making those sounds, he’s just singing. That’s why no one else can match his insane tone.

  • @shanewallace6940
    @shanewallace6940 8 месяцев назад +1

    Rabea has been my favourite you tuber for many years now. I have purchased all his albums and li just love his sound and equally, I love how genuine he is. Nothing but love from Vancouver, Canada 😎

  • @nathanaelfredericko2507
    @nathanaelfredericko2507 5 лет назад +212

    bea absolutely kill fluff in those wars XD

  • @pawelos4
    @pawelos4 5 лет назад +126

    Bea's powercords sound heavier than 10 godzillas jumping at the same time

  • @neilweir-smith8228
    @neilweir-smith8228 5 лет назад +9

    This video makes me sad. You just wrote a riff in two minutes that is massively better than anything I have ever written no matter how long I have spent working on it. Amazing playing as always, but today it makes me want to cry a little.

  • @beedubz1322
    @beedubz1322 5 лет назад +21

    I discovered you a few years back through Chappers. Both of you are awesome. I became a fan because of your talent (which is undeniable). I love all the Andertons stuff. I've learned so much. However, You shine through as the one I'm learning the most from. I just want to say thank you.

  • @AnupRahman
    @AnupRahman 5 лет назад +51

    After playing those pinch on 17:56
    Rabea : (with Satisfying Smile) oh yeah, that's what I was missing... XD

  • @dobby240
    @dobby240 5 лет назад +49

    IM SO GLAD YOU MADE THIS. That riff has been haunting my guitar playing for ages. I spent a solid week trying to play it. I love it so much. Please make it on the next grinding gears EP I would fucking love that.

    • @SBMoto24
      @SBMoto24 5 лет назад +5

      dobby240 I know exactly how you feel! Been pausing Riff Wars 3 a lot to see where his damn fingers were lol

    • @EpicStuffMan1000
      @EpicStuffMan1000 5 лет назад +1

      @@SBMoto24 i know these comments are old but youtube has feature to slow down the video on the gear button in the bottom right of the video (only on PC so far)

  • @christophertrollan1188
    @christophertrollan1188 5 лет назад +38

    I'd love to hear that riff on a full length song at some point Bea!

  • @pdsm1552
    @pdsm1552 5 лет назад

    I met you 3 years ago after your gig with Dorje in Leeds (don't think you'll remember but I'm the dude who asked you to sign his phone), and damn that that gig was transformational for me. You're amazing mate, I wish you all the best for the future and hopefully I'll get to see you live again soon

  • @jamatheo
    @jamatheo 5 лет назад +23

    God dammit, just a few hours ago I was re-visiting Riff Wars just to hear those riffs again. And here we are. It's so random it's almost spooky.
    Thank you Rabea.

    • @KsiazeIgor
      @KsiazeIgor 5 лет назад +1

      Been there, done that yesterday. Since I saw the episode#3 for the first time, I can't get rid of THAT RIFF from me head.

  • @EmbarrassedComposer
    @EmbarrassedComposer 5 лет назад +127

    Man your new pickup sounds so sick! Seems to have a great balance of articulation and fatness 🤘

    • @RabeaMassaad
      @RabeaMassaad  5 лет назад +16

      Glyn Humphreys thanks man, yeah I’m really happy with how they’re sounding!

    • @jukesters123
      @jukesters123 5 лет назад +1

      thats what i was thinking,what amp,what pups.

    • @AveryGreen
      @AveryGreen 5 лет назад +5

      @@jukesters123 Well it's Rabea so likely a Super Kraken and Bareknuckles

  • @19Stride
    @19Stride 5 лет назад +2

    17:55 that look when the pinch harmonic sounds even better than you thought

  • @markwflyge
    @markwflyge 5 лет назад +5

    That riff wars riff has been melting my face since you did it. I love your playing. Karnivool and Sikth are some of my favorites also so , go figure.

  • @TheCoronaMortis
    @TheCoronaMortis 5 лет назад +1

    I swear in the current music scene. You’re on the top of absolute monster riffs. Your riffs have such a unique touch to them and don’t think there’s anyone else out there like it.

  • @electroylite8296
    @electroylite8296 5 лет назад

    I unsubscribed with all the product reviews for gear i would never be able to afford to buy. This video made me resubscribe. Awesome tutorial!!!!

  • @adriansoul7223
    @adriansoul7223 5 лет назад +9

    You had me at "alright guys how you doin it's rabea"

  • @TheAxshredder
    @TheAxshredder 5 лет назад +1

    This is also my go-to approach not just for riffing but also for songwriting. Start with a bass/chord progression and keep adding layers of colours and subtle differences with major/minor chords, arpeggios or just notes that adjust to the rythmic pattern of the song. Thank you for uploading this Bea!!

  • @renaudnavarro1596
    @renaudnavarro1596 5 лет назад +1

    Rebea a véritablement une sensibilité et une profondeur qui font de lui un véritable artiste créateur. Je suis émerveillé à chacune de ses oeuvres. Elles m'arrachent du coeur ce que je ne sais pas exprimer avec ma gratte ....

  • @taterfight
    @taterfight 5 лет назад +5

    Riff Wars 3 is how I first discovered you. I was blown away by your playing and still am. You have changed my playing in the best ways. Thanks man!

    • @rocketPower047
      @rocketPower047 5 лет назад

      Pretty much same here. Right when I was getting back into guitar after moving to Japan. Huge inspiration

  • @DermoniS
    @DermoniS 5 лет назад +6

    Make this a series ! Approach To Writing Heavy Riffs #2. Love your playing style

  • @Vortexafternoon
    @Vortexafternoon 5 лет назад

    Very helpful! Just cool to see how someone else explores new riff ideas.

  • @jadenrrose
    @jadenrrose 5 лет назад +1

    14:35 The way you picked those chord extensions out on the spot in that turnaround phrase is amazing! This is the skill I need to hone. Also, that might be the best bridge pickup I've ever heard.

  • @ding210
    @ding210 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks Rabea. It's really cool to watch you work. It reinforces the need for us to really get more comfortable with our theory chops.

  • @SlickD217
    @SlickD217 4 года назад +9

    I really really want to hear that riff made into a full song!!!!

  • @BPatient1
    @BPatient1 5 лет назад +7

    Finally! That riff has haunted me since riff wars came out - so juicy!

  • @molokaiiuhane
    @molokaiiuhane 3 года назад +1

    YEah MAn, VEry helpful. You have a great way of explaining things.

  • @felixmorvan1573
    @felixmorvan1573 5 лет назад

    Literally blown away with the definition and the clarity of this proto sig pickup

  • @Misanthropic-King
    @Misanthropic-King 3 года назад +1

    dude im so grateful you made this video, this riff is absolutely dope

  • @brackenquinton2955
    @brackenquinton2955 5 лет назад +2

    When a 20 minute video feels like 5 minutes you know it’s a good one! Great work and as many others have mentioned, sick tone!!!

  • @brianlight2196
    @brianlight2196 5 лет назад +1

    That's one of my favorite metal riffs I've ever heard, great job.

  • @eatfoss
    @eatfoss 5 лет назад

    I'm at that point where I've been playing for a long time but have always been self taught and not as "serious" as I could/should have been. I've been teaching myself music theory (again not seriously, just on and off) for a couple of years because I enjoy theory, but wasn't exactly sure how I could properly apply it to my writing. This video has just opened my eyes to it all. Your explanation has helped me see it like a keyboard, where the notes are right there in front of me and I just need to know which ones to pick. I know that's essentially the same as a fret-board, but my brain doesn't work that way, Just know that your description has made it click, in my head, where it didn't before. Thank you Bea, you absolute legend.

    • @eatfoss
      @eatfoss 5 лет назад

      And now, having finished watching the whole thing, I want to thank you again. From now on, this is THE video to watch for inspiration in riff writing.

  • @jaredt3985
    @jaredt3985 5 лет назад

    Another fantastic video, I absolutely love this approach to riff writing. Thanks Bea

  • @shogunc7718
    @shogunc7718 5 лет назад

    What a mad man. He actually did it and answered the people haha. Rabea is the best. Really digging this video, I'll be coming back to this vid multiple times I'm sure.

    • @Loonaticx
      @Loonaticx 5 лет назад

      Definitely worth the watch. It's like learning with him

  • @andrewcrow-roberts5286
    @andrewcrow-roberts5286 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks Rabea!
    I’m new to guitarist and this was extremely helpful in leading me to writing my own riffs. The combo of heavy and melodic was well balanced in their structure. And the fact that you kept it to just a few bars made it extremely easy to follow. Maybe a reverse of this with more melodic progressive structures would be helpful too. Allowing the whole progression to open up. Again, this was extremely helpful. All your videos tend to do that. Your mindset to not just putting out the same type of video as other guitarist is probably your greatest trait and best part of tuning into your channels. I’m very grateful.

  • @kivitelezo
    @kivitelezo 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you for the huge inspiration, Bea! I'm 40 this year and I lost my "mojo" long long ago upuntill I heard the first Toska album. You and your music gave me so much inspiration that time I started to write music again and started to enjoy playing the guitar again. Thank you, Rabea!

  • @mikevendetti7604
    @mikevendetti7604 5 лет назад

    I saw that riff wars video about a year ago and still have it saved! I still watch it even. The 3rd riff of yours has been my favorite riff ever since. I’m so glad you did a video on the process on which it was built. It doesn’t surprise me at all everyone wanted a video on how to play it. Just a beautiful riff and amazing video and playing as always. Cheers!

  • @JoshHarrelson
    @JoshHarrelson 5 лет назад

    One of my favorite videos of yours yet!

  • @T-Bore
    @T-Bore 5 лет назад

    Very inspiring! I would love to see more videos like this, also other genres. Grrrreat!

  • @s.s.o.georgia7034
    @s.s.o.georgia7034 5 лет назад

    I'm so incredibly happy to see you make this video! Not only do you gift us the secret sauce for righting better riffs (in context), but we've all been trying our damnedest to deconstruct THAT RIFF! Dude... You're a genius.

  • @freeelectron8261
    @freeelectron8261 4 года назад

    Great stuff Rabea. More vids like this one, thanks!

  • @Arkham_UK
    @Arkham_UK 5 лет назад +1

    Love watching the creative process. A series would be awesome! Very helpful and interesting

  • @esdrassilva5121
    @esdrassilva5121 5 лет назад +1

    I love yours riffs Bea. Thanks for this video.

  • @thelionhearted6824
    @thelionhearted6824 5 лет назад

    This is such a brilliant video. You rarely get to see the mental and physical process of actually writing a riff from the ground up, nor the dissection of the steps that go into it.
    As a rhythm player, this might be my single favorite video on RUclips about playing and creating. Cheers.

  • @theoryofmine7473
    @theoryofmine7473 5 лет назад

    Lookin' trim mate. Good work.

  • @danielkreft
    @danielkreft 5 лет назад +4

    I love this style of video. It is very informative and inspires me to try new things!

  • @062_kushalpandit4
    @062_kushalpandit4 5 лет назад

    That was the video from where i came to know Rabea and soon became a fan of his immense riffing and soloing!

  • @garrethernando1821
    @garrethernando1821 5 лет назад +3

    Major major help. I was really stuck in making riffs. Thanks Bea!

  • @eldenthing1
    @eldenthing1 4 года назад +1

    I must say i was happy to find this vid Rabea, i listened to the riff wars episode and it really stuck to me. Managed to find out how it was played, but getting the whole thing explained made such a difference. Thanks man, yeh this is def content i'd want to see more of.

  • @ChinqMiau1
    @ChinqMiau1 5 лет назад

    What a tone! Thick, full and chewy yet well defined. So good.

  • @ethanwelles
    @ethanwelles 5 лет назад

    Man that rig sounds so fucking good. I'm just beside myself hearing it. Cannot fucking wait to get my Kraken! Oh, and YES to more of this content!!! I've been playing for 28 years and have been around the writer's block so many times. This kind of candid content is always helpful!

  • @gyrosphinx
    @gyrosphinx 5 лет назад +9

    I loved the video! Watching the process was fantastic, very inspiring to observe your thought process.
    Also, goodness, that tone is awesome!

  • @johnw5734
    @johnw5734 5 лет назад +5

    Thank you so much for showing us this approach to writing on guitar. To me this is a very fresh new technique........and the sound, like nothing I've heard before.

  • @JustSomeSound
    @JustSomeSound 4 года назад

    True insparation!

  • @grantsly9548
    @grantsly9548 5 лет назад +36

    Could you do FULL Dorje and Toska guitar lessons in the future

  • @R.Nashoba
    @R.Nashoba 5 лет назад +2

    Everyone has a different approach which is the beautiful thing about music,.. totally loved this 👊🏽

  • @KsiazeIgor
    @KsiazeIgor 5 лет назад

    Grab some diatonic thirds (or sixths), squeeze in a drop of melancholy, add some off-beat rhythms and bang! you have it. Oh, almost forgot. Be Rabea at the same time. With no regret whatsoever I'd claim it for YTers: we have been waiting for this riff to be revealed in pieces for way too long. Thank you so much man, this was boss!

  • @ArchieDeMark
    @ArchieDeMark 5 лет назад +1

    mannn apparently you have been my teacher and mentor for a year at least ! keep on going with this staff of course !!!!!!! love you ,you are the BEST!

  • @Gondyr_Nocheinsson
    @Gondyr_Nocheinsson 3 года назад

    This riff... so awesome !

  • @viirus6785
    @viirus6785 5 лет назад

    these chords are just so beautiful

  • @maxschmidt100
    @maxschmidt100 5 лет назад

    More of this, please! I am a huge fan of your style of playing and would be very happy if you would continue this series no matter in which direction it goes. I play guitar myself and have often tried to copy Toska stylistically, but if you explain how you approach your riffs, it's a thousand times better. Thanks a lot!

  • @federicogarufi479
    @federicogarufi479 5 лет назад +1

    Oh Rabea, I would freaking love a series like this.
    And can you please do a tutorial/explaining video on how you program drums and how you decide what are the grooves and the drum kit parts that fit better the riff/song?

  • @thewalrus1968
    @thewalrus1968 5 лет назад

    Writes riff off top of head . Probs best riff i could ever dream to write ...ever .. sooo good

  • @ToneDead666
    @ToneDead666 5 лет назад +2

    Awesome to see a genius at work! 🤘🏼🔥🤘🏼

  • @planzed463
    @planzed463 4 года назад

    Great video, brilliant advice... such a great riff! I’ve been writing different kindsa music for about 35yrs, the best riffs usually start out as nice chord progressions that lock into the rhythm section. You have a great ear for progressions, thanks for sharing

  • @mortenlune8308
    @mortenlune8308 5 лет назад

    Very cool and extremely helpful. Learning new ways of writing riffs is so easy when you dive into the topic. Thanks Rabea!

  • @JackMuskrat
    @JackMuskrat 5 лет назад +1

    I love the little smile Rabea has at the end when playing the riff for the last time. That lil knowing "oh yeah, that's the good stuff" :) great insight into your writing process.

  • @basswolf86
    @basswolf86 5 лет назад +4

    This has given me some great ideas for expanding on riffs, so they become less static. I think this as a series would be cool! Keep it going bro!

  • @josephmarrufo8592
    @josephmarrufo8592 2 года назад

    I'm not kidding rabea and no joking manner Eddie Van Halen and Dimebag Darrell hands down have always been my favorite guitar players ever and right under them is you brother dude for some reason I just absolutely love hearing you play I love hearing what you have to say there's just really something about your playing especially your heavy plan and your melodic plan as well and your guitar Wars hands down you blow everybody out of the water man you are my by far favorite RUclipsr guitar player brother keep doing what you're doing I've been a fan for a very long time

  • @angeloxboss
    @angeloxboss 5 лет назад

    watched some of this and turned around started playing in drop c# and came up with 3 songs on the spot, thanks Rabea!!!

  • @dbo4506
    @dbo4506 5 лет назад

    I love the way you use chords!!! 🙌

  • @phib4107
    @phib4107 5 лет назад

    like that flair in the final playthrough that tied it together even better!

  • @mikehulsey4813
    @mikehulsey4813 2 года назад

    Another one to keep pushing me through the rut. Thanks for all the sounds you leave with us man!

  • @ArunKamathMusic
    @ArunKamathMusic 5 лет назад

    So inspiring. More of this kind of thing please!

  • @user-po5pk5xm1r
    @user-po5pk5xm1r 5 лет назад

    Definitely helpful! Awesome to see the thinking behind it all.

  • @shawndietzer7102
    @shawndietzer7102 5 лет назад

    very cool video Bea!!.and super nasty riff. keep rockin!!!

  • @luboetr
    @luboetr Год назад

    Make more videos like those...they are very helpful. :) Thanks man!

  • @Italian_Spiderman
    @Italian_Spiderman 5 лет назад +4

    Good golly Miss Molly it’s The Riff! Thanks for showing us how this masterpiece works

  • @lukeh9199
    @lukeh9199 5 лет назад

    I freaking love this video! I'm going to watch it over and over

  • @GoGoBalrok
    @GoGoBalrok 5 лет назад

    quite inspiring, lot of ideas there! Thanks Rabea

  • @husabergorion
    @husabergorion 5 лет назад

    awesome stuff as always from Rabea!

  • @aacgoudie3642
    @aacgoudie3642 4 года назад

    Definitely do more of these videos!!! This was one of the most informative and interesting videos I've seen as far as composition goes. More genres for sure! Some hard rock, prog, classic rock, etc.

  • @dptyd
    @dptyd 5 лет назад

    Awesome man!! My V4 Kraken came home with me on Tuesday and the raw power of that Gain 2 tone caused a smile from ear to ear; I will be playing with some of your suggestions tonight! Respect and many thanks!!

  • @meowmersosorio3262
    @meowmersosorio3262 5 лет назад +1

    I'VE WAITED FOR THIS SO LONG OMG I LOVE YOU SO MUCH

    • @meowmersosorio3262
      @meowmersosorio3262 5 лет назад

      now I have to wait for it to become a song, it would be so nice

    • @meowmersosorio3262
      @meowmersosorio3262 5 лет назад

      I'm fangirling so much I want to be like you Rabea

  • @alex_the.mallett
    @alex_the.mallett 5 лет назад

    It was definitely awesome and inspiring to watch you write a riff on the spot. I know for me, it’s easy to listen to the riffs people like you write and think it just comes to you the way it’s recorded, but to watch you start from scratch and end up with a monster riff definitely builds up some confidence. Would love to see a continuation of the series!

  • @r3dh34d32
    @r3dh34d32 5 лет назад +1

    Definitely a format of video that I would really love to see more often, because I find myself hooked and bound to watch and unable to turn away here. A thing I have to admit I do often during gear demos and stuff..... maybe you can like, do something like this for different kinds of riffs (diving deeper, like in the same genre but different kind of riff) or like some videos you've already done (my approach to...) but more detailed like here... ? just brainstorming but really gotta say that the pacing and the "Chapters" in this video are perfect for me to watch this whole thing very happily and attentively through!

  • @lizardz23
    @lizardz23 4 года назад +1

    'I can't play every genre in the world, but of course I'd like to give it go'
    18:57
    .

  • @monsterk7603
    @monsterk7603 5 лет назад

    Love watching the genius unfold with riff on the spot. Great great info, Bea. More videos like this would be great!!!!

  • @yaguitar
    @yaguitar 5 лет назад

    Genuinely an inspirational guitarist - so few concentrates on how chords can be used like this!

  • @Kushfury
    @Kushfury 5 лет назад

    I want more videos like this! Really cool!

  • @knighbot2385
    @knighbot2385 5 лет назад

    Who the f..k dislikes these kind of videos...
    Rabea sharing his views and insight on music is the best video you can see get ...
    well at least to me cause his composition have some kind of uniqueness that i cannot find in any-other guitarist...

  • @rjwagz
    @rjwagz 5 лет назад

    It would be really fun to see a series of these videos!