Jam Track 18 - Cramps Style Jam Track
In this video
We'll work on a simplified E minor pentatonic riff inspired by The Cramps' version of "Fever" and similar patterns like '20th Century Boy'.
This jam track focuses on developing your timing with a crucial element: most notes land on the beat, but one doesn't - this off-beat feeling I'm calling the "roll" in rock and roll!
I'll show you how palm muting and reverb settings bring this riff to life, creating that authentic vintage sound when combined with proper technique that let's the reverb be heard.
Simple pentatonic pattern that repeats like a riff!
Essential palm muting technique using the outside edge of your palm
Boss Katana spring reverb set at 4/10 for 50s/60s Fender amp sound
Understanding on-beat versus off-beat timing in rock rhythm playing
Bonus bass riff pattern that adds one note outside the pentatonic scale
Developing our timing naturally through jam track practice
Visual Jam Track - Join In!
The Cramps were credited as progenitors of the psychobilly subgenre, fusing elements of punk rock with rockabilly to great effect.
Here's a video showing the top songs by The Cramps, which are all great for beginners to dig into if you like this style!
