With 18 number one hits in the UK and 20 in the US, The Beatles were never short of hits. But for every hit single, they had ...

T. Rex's signature song was written and recorded while on a hectic US tour, and would be their only stateside hit ...

Deep Purple’s “Smoke on the Water” boasts one of the most iconic guitar riffs in rock history — four notes in G minor, ...

One of the greatest songwriters of the 20th century, Bruce Springsteen, knew a good thing when he heard it, and even pinched the odd line too.

Wu Lyf have shared a “simple, sweet love song” called ‘The Fool’, and uploaded a meme version with Homer Simpson’s voice on ...

This one's for a spot in the championship game. We're through the Elite Eight in our 2026 Whiskey Riff Madness tournament, ...

A Newport, Kentucky, distillery won the World's Best Bourbon award for its Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. New Riff Distilling was recognized at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards after ...

Just bourbon, banana liqueur, and sweet vermouth — an easy riff on the classic Boulevardier. The Banana Boulevardier is a spirit-forward cocktail made with just four ingredients: bourbon, sweet ...

'Tis the season of celebrations! These cookies are perfect for everyone and can be customized to make any color combo. This easy riff on the black and white cookie is a festive addition to any holiday ...

Metallica marked their territory as one of the most influential thrash bands of the ‘80s. Their signature sound, often credited to founding member and frontman James Hetfield, can be boiled down to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Guitar music is a ubiquitous feature of popular music, ...