Metallica - My Friend Of Misery (hd) Here

The song is primarily in A Natural Minor (Aeolian mode). Tuning: Standard E tuning ( Tempo: Approximately 120 BPM. How to Play

Used during the heavy chorus and rhythm sections to create a tight, percussive attack. Tone & Equipment Settings

"My Friend of Misery" is a standout track from Metallica's self-titled 1991 album (the "Black Album"). Known for its haunting bass-driven intro and melodic guitar harmonies, it was originally intended to be an instrumental piece. Metallica - My Friend Of Misery (HD)

If playing the intro on guitar, you'll use clean, ringing arpeggios. A common way is to play an A augmented chord twice followed by an A power chord. Core Techniques:

Essential for maintaining clarity in the verse arpeggios. The song is primarily in A Natural Minor (Aeolian mode)

To capture the "Black Album" sound, aim for a "scooped" EQ setting: Metallica Amp Settings | Easy Guide

Used heavily in the lead parts and clean interludes to give the notes a vocal-like quality. Tone & Equipment Settings "My Friend of Misery"

This is the song's signature riff, composed by Jason Newsted. It features melodic chords played on the bass. You can find detailed breakdowns on Bass Musician Magazine and TalkingBass.