Guitar roles: rhythm vs. lead

Rhythm guitar provides the foundational backbone of a song, locking in with the band and creating a solid structure, while lead guitar adds excitement and flair, often through solos. Although both roles are important, rhythm guitar is essential for most songs, especially those with vocals, whereas lead guitar shines in instrumental tracks or key moments. Rhythm Guitar Role For those just starting out in the world of guitar playing, you may mistake rhythm guitar as the inferior of the two as it is often thought of as “just playing the chords” or “playing the same riff over and over”. Although it [...]