Dave Grohl Player Study (Foo Fighters)

In this lesson we're looking at the playing style of Dave Grohl from the Foo Fighters. Dave Grohl uses a lot of open strings in his riffs and solos, and it gives his playing a real distinctive sound that sets him apart from other players.

Lesson aims

1. Learn the Dave Grohl style piece in the interactive tab below
2. Experiment with open string pedal notes alongside lead lines
3. Create your own Dave Grohl style riffs

B major pentatonic scale

Example 4 - Dave Grohl Style Riffs and Lead