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When the Angels Sing
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GuitarRiffDistortedpunk1990s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson Les Paul Standard (likely 1970s/80s, Mike Ness signature P-90s not yet released at time of recording)
AmpFender Bassman (blackface, vintage tube head, likely 1960s, used in studio by Mike Ness for this era)
Amp Settings
mid7
bass6.5
gain6
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warm and shimmeringcrunchy and dynamicfull-bodied midrangeslightly gritty edgearticulate attackopen vintage breakuptight but not compressedpercussive punk rhythmclear note separationtouch-sensitive response
Difficulty
The riff section is straightforward punk rhythm guitar, requiring solid timing and energy but no advanced techniques or complex chord voicings.
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