Gxrilla

I have tried to learn guitar so many times and always give up in a few weeks because every program is so boring. You learn a few chords and then you are stuck playing maroon 5 or Bruce Springsteen to practice. No shade of course, but these songs can't hold my attention. I was wondering if it is possible to practice specifically for metal, and if there are any "beginner," friendly songs you could recommend. If you would consider yourself a "metal," guitarist, where did you have your roots?