Best Backing Tracks Backing and Jam Tracks for Guitar, Vol. 1 1. Moody in G Minor Dorian A slow, atmospheric backing track with a simple chord structure. A nice guitar solo can be created using the G Minor Pentatonic scale, starting off mellow, then building as the song progresses. A delay pedal will really add a lot to your lead sound for this track. Chords : Gmin C7 : Recommended Scales: G Minor Pentatonic, G Blues, G Dorian G Dorian 70 6:20 2. Rock Fast in E Mixolydian This backing track is a favorite, due to its catchy chords, fast pace, and overall feel. It works well to create a guitar solo with the E Major Pentatonic scale, then gradually include notes from the E Minor Pentatonic scale. Chords: : E7 D A7 E7 E7 : Recommended Scales: E Major Pentatonic, E Minor Pentatonic, E Mixolydian E Mixolydian 160 5:01 2015 Best Backing Tracks Guitar Vol. 1 www.bestbackingtracks.com Page 1
3. Latin in A Minor Dorian Layers of authentic Latin percussion and intricate keyboard layers turn this simple tune into an irresistible track. Beginning guitarists can solo easily using the A Minor Pentatonic scale, while more advanced players will want to dabble in the A Dorian scale. Chords: : Amin D7 : Recommended Scales: A Dorian 130 6:55 4. Blues in E Blues guitar players will love this, because it's a classic blues jam in the commonly used key of E. The shuffle beat and Hammond organ help to round out this track. Chords: : E7 A7 E7 B7 A7 E7 B7 : Recommended Scales: E Minor Pentatonic, E Blues E Mixolydian 118 6:08 5. Steady Rock in B Mixolydian Playing the guitar to this backing track is a lot of fun, due to nice tempo, catchy chord progression, and interesting keyboard layers. Chords: : B7 A E B7 : Recommended Scales: B Minor Pentatonic, B Mixolydian B Mixolydian 138 6:03 2015 Best Backing Tracks Guitar Vol. 1 www.bestbackingtracks.com Page 2
6. Slow Southern Rock in D Mixolydian This track is based on three easy guitar chords, yet it is an enormously fun backing track that is perfect for learn how to play the guitar. Start off with the diagonal shape of the D Major Pentatonic scale, then experiment with the D Minor Pentatonic scale for a completely different feel. Chords: : D C G D : Recommended Scales: D Major Pentatonic, D Mixolydian D Mixolydian 72 6:03 7. Slow Blues in A The blues song has a somewhat unusual chord pattern, which makes for a fun and challenging soloing opportunity. The Hammond B3 organ adds a rich, throaty texture that help inspire guitarists to unleash their best guitar riffs. Chords: : A7 D7 A7 E7 D7 A7 : Recommended Scales: A Minor Pentatonic, A Blues, A Mixolydian A Mixolydian 70 6:13 8. Funk in A Mixolydian This backing track is upbeat and extremely catchy. The guitar soloing possibilities are endless, and the multiple layers of keyboard sounds keep the song interesting for hours. Chords: : A9 D9 : Recommended Scales: E Minor Pentatonic, E Blues A Mixolydian 122 6:48 2015 Best Backing Tracks Guitar Vol. 1 www.bestbackingtracks.com Page 3
9. Piano Blues Boogie in C A guitar backing track with a classic boogie rhythm and chord pattern. This track leaves tons of space for your guitar solo. Learning guitar has never been so fun! Chords: : Cma6 Fmaj6 Cma6 Gmaj6 Fmaj6 Cma6 Gmaj6 : Recommended Scales: C Blues, C Minor Pentatonic C Mixolydian 140 5:53 10. Rock in A Minor Crank up the distortion for this catchy two-measure guitar backing track. This song has endless guitar soloing possibilities, and includes a few dynamic changes to provide an extra challenge for lead guitarists. Chords: : Amin G F G : Recommended Scales: A Minor Pentatonic, A Blues A Minor 128 5:28 11. Swampy in E Mixolydian Guitarists will find this fun and challenging, as it has a simple one-chord structure. It can be challenging, yet very rewarding to create a five minute guitar solo for such a simple track. Chords: : E7 E7 E7 E7 : Recommended Scales: E Minor Pentatonic, E Mixolydian E Mixolydian 140 5:18 2015 Best Backing Tracks Guitar Vol. 1 www.bestbackingtracks.com Page 4
12. Spanish in A Minor Play along with this backing track, and add an ethnic flair to your guitar soloing! This track has multiple layers of percussion and keyboards, which make it very pleasant for listening as well as jamming. Chords: : Amin Dmin E7 : Recommended Scales: A Minor Pentatonic, A Blues, A Aeolian A Minor 130 5:56 2015 Best Backing Tracks Guitar Vol. 1 www.bestbackingtracks.com Page 5