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10 Original Thrash Metal Licks With Audio/Video Modal Guitar Licks

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Thrash metal is a subgenre of heavy metal music that emerged in the early 1980s. It is characterized by its fast tempo, aggressive sound, and use of distorted guitars. Thrash metal guitarists often use complex and technical licks to create their distinctive sound.

In this article, we will provide you with 10 original thrash metal licks that you can learn to play. Each lick is accompanied by an audio/video modal that demonstrates how to play it.

1. The "Metallica Riff"

This lick is one of the most iconic thrash metal riffs of all time. It is featured in the song "Master of Puppets" by Metallica. The lick is played using a combination of downstrokes and pull-offs.

Phrygian Guitar Licks: 10 Original Thrash Metal Licks with Audio Video (Modal Guitar Licks 3)

Phrygian Guitar Licks: 10 Original Thrash Metal Licks with Audio & Video (Modal Guitar Licks Series Book 3)

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2. The "Slayer Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "Raining Blood" by Slayer. It is a fast and technical lick that uses a variety of techniques, including alternate picking, legato, and sweep picking.

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3. The "Exodus Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "Bonded by Blood" by Exodus. It is a melodic lick that uses a combination of legato and alternate picking.

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4. The "Testament Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "The Legacy" by Testament. It is a fast and aggressive lick that uses a variety of techniques, including alternate picking, legato, and sweep picking.

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5. The "Megadeth Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "Symphony of Destruction" by Megadeth. It is a fast and technical lick that uses a variety of techniques, including alternate picking, legato, and sweep picking.

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6. The "Anthrax Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "Indians" by Anthrax. It is a melodic lick that uses a combination of legato and alternate picking.

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7. The "Overkill Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "Feel the Fire" by Overkill. It is a fast and aggressive lick that uses a variety of techniques, including alternate picking, legato, and sweep picking.

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8. The "Exodus Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "War is My Shepherd" by Exodus. It is a fast and technical lick that uses a variety of techniques, including alternate picking, legato, and sweep picking.

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9. The "Testament Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "The New Order" by Testament. It is a melodic lick that uses a combination of legato and alternate picking.

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10. The "Megadeth Solo"

This lick is taken from the song "Peace Sells" by Megadeth. It is a fast and technical lick that uses a variety of techniques, including alternate picking, legato, and sweep picking.

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These are just a few of the many great thrash metal licks that you can learn to play. By practicing these licks, you can improve your guitar skills and develop your own unique thrash metal style.

Phrygian Guitar Licks: 10 Original Thrash Metal Licks with Audio & Video (Modal Guitar Licks Series Book 3)

by Gareth Evans

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