Overview

Traces the history and mechanics of the guitar riff over 60 years from the 1950s, from Chuck Berry through Hank Marvin, Black Sabbath and others to the White Stripes. Featuring interviews with some of the core arbiters of change and new techniques.

Cast

Chuck Berry, Ritchie Blackmore, Lita Ford, Robert Fripp, Tony Iommi, Dave Davies, Kelley Deal, Ryan Jarman

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What is "The Joy of the Guitar Riff" about?

Traces the history and mechanics of the guitar riff over 60 years from the 1950s, from Chuck Berry through Hank Marvin, Black Sabbath and others to the White Stripes. Featuring interviews with some of the core arbiters of change and new techniques.

When was "The Joy of the Guitar Riff" released?

The Joy of the Guitar Riff was released in 2014.

Who stars in "The Joy of the Guitar Riff"?

The cast includes Chuck Berry, Ritchie Blackmore, Lita Ford, Robert Fripp.