RIFF LORD vs LEAD LORD
- RIFF LORD is better 45
- LEAD LORD is better 12
Who is greater....a RIFF LORD or a LEAD LORD?
I did a video recently on Yngwie Malmsteen harshly criticizing Kirk Hammett of Metallica. The Swede for speed told guitar world magazine that Kirk has a bad sense of pitch and note choice.
Is this valid....or do you think Yngwie is "JELLY" of Metallica's success?
We know Yngwie hates donuts 🍩 ....even the JELLY kind....but is it possible he's envious of Kirk's ability to write hit riffs like ENTER SANDMAN?
Yngwie's legacy in realm of technical evolution cannot be overstated. His influence can be heard in nearly every modern metal lead guitarist. Harmonic minor scales, diminished arpeggios, Bach's Cadential 6/4 chord cadences
On the other hand Kirk's brilliance comes from accessible songwriting and pushing the genre of metal forward.
Make your choice below....who do you identify with more?