Riffage: The History of Rock Through Its Greatest Riffs

By Huw Davies

Rock wasn't built on fame, fashion, or even vocals-it was built on the riff.

Riffage is the definitive chronicle of rock music told through the raw power and enduring legacy of its greatest guitar riffs. Spanning decades, genres, and generations, this series dives deep into the iconic licks that shook stadiums, inspired revolutions, and rewired the world. From the distortion-drenched anthems of the '60s to the genre-bending chaos of the 2010s, Riffage explores the sound of rebellion, evolution, and pure musical adrenaline.

Each volume uncovers the stories behind the riffs, the gear that made them possible, the artists who brought them to life, and the cultural moments they defined. Alongside in-depth musical analysis, you'll discover:

Lost Riffs and hidden gems that never hit the charts

Urban legends and studio accidents that changed history

The evolution of tone, technique, and technology

Live versions that outshine the studio cuts

And the secret weapons behind the world's most iconic sounds

Packed with deep research, wild anecdotes, and a love for loud guitars, Riffage is more than music history-it's a time machine tuned to drop D.

Whether you're a guitarist, a headbanger, or a curious listener, this is rock as you've never heard it before-one riff at a time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F37NG79D
• ISBN13: 9798316246700
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"