Ever dream of playing like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, or Eddie Van Halen? Want to learn how to shred like the best? We can help! Here are our top five rock songs to start you into the world of rock guitar playing!

BRAIN STEW BY GREENDAY

This 1995 Greenday classic is one of the best songs to get into your rock n’ roll power chords. This song follows the same chord progressions the entire way through! Click the link below for a tutorial.

Link: https://youtu.be/nCzu2c4MGqc

SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT BY NIRVANA

You can never go wrong by learning a Nirvana tune! Smells Like Teen Spirit is definitely a fan favourite here at Rock of Ages. In this song, you dive deeper into power chords, beginner picking, and a cool solo!

Link: https://youtu.be/LbMzStHsw3w 

SATISFACTION BY ROLLING STONES

Who doesn’t love the Rolling Stones? Take is back to one of rock n’ roll’s greatest bands of all time by trying out Satisfaction. In this tune, start your way into learning an awesome little guitar riff!

Link: https://youtu.be/r4B-s3QFzFA 

CREEP BY RADIOHEAD

Time to tackle the dreaded barre chords… don’t worry, Radiohead’s Creep makes it easy! Guess what… there are only four chords in this song! Perfect to try out some barre chords!

Link: https://youtu.be/0-IAFa5Hz8M

HIGHWAY TO HELL BY AC/DC

A rock classic! How can you not know this AC/DC tune?! Check out this tune to try your hand at a tad more challenging rhythm!

Link: https://youtu.be/s49cLi6PpcQ