Guitar & Bass Tabs
Airbourne
About Airbourne
Airbourne burst onto the rock scene in 2013 in Seattle, formed by guitarist Riley Hart, bassist Dana Kline, and drummer Milo Reed after a chance jam. Their music fused classic riff-driven energy with modern production, earning them a devoted underground following and a reputation for blistering live shows. Since 2013, they've released multiple singles and an EP, toured across North America and Europe, and become a touchstone for a new generation of guitarists who crave authentic rock energy.
Airbourne's impact lies in bridging vintage tones with contemporary aggression; their heavy yet melodic approach influenced rising players, and their live performances emphasized dynamic range and crowd connection. The band's four lessons on DadRock Tabs distill their approach to power riffs, rhythm guitar, and lead lines, giving players a practical blueprint to build foundational rock skills.
🎸 Want to know what gear Airbourne used, their playing style, and fun facts? Scroll below the lessons!
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Back In The Game
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Too Much, Too Young, Too Fast
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Back In The Game
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Too Much Too Young Too Fast
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Airbourne's playing style centers on a dual-guitar attack: thick, palm-muted rhythm chugs anchored by punchy power chords, with lead lines weaving bluesy pentatonic melodies. They favor tight alternate picking, precise string muting, and dynamic tempo shifts to keep songs rolling. The bass locks in with the drums to create a forceful pocket, while riffs swing between straight-ahead rock and slightly swaggering, guitar-hero moments. The result is a sound that's instantly recognisable: aggressive, energetic, and loaded with melodic hooks that still feel hungry in high-gain contexts.
🎸 Gear & Equipment
Airbourne's rig leans into vintage-inspired tone: two humbucker-equipped guitars for thick rhythm and soaring leads, played through high-gain amps and 4x12 cabs. A secondary single-coil guitar adds brightness for clean-tinged leads. On the pedalboard you'll typically find a touch of overdrive, a classic noise-suppressing compressor, a touch of chorus or delay for ambience, and a short, punchy reverb to sit the riffs in a live room vibe.
Why Learn Airbourne Songs?
Learning Airbourne's songs will sharpen your rock arsenal: rock-solid rhythm technique with power chords and palm muting, tight alternate picking, precise string muting, and dynamic song structure. The tracks on DadRock Tabs are designed for intermediate players ready to push into mid-level material, offering accessible riffs that still demand clean timing and tone control. Working through these tunes builds confidence for gig-ready performances and gives you a blueprint for writing and arranging riff-based rock.
Did You Know?
- 1Airbourne started as a three-piece garage band in 2013 and grew into a touring machine with a devoted fanbase.
- 2The band name Airbourne came from a road-trip brainstorm that stuck because it evokes fast riffs and forward momentum.
- 3Their signature tone blends vintage humbuckers with a modern high-gain setup, tuned for punchy rhythm and soaring leads.
- 4Airbourne is known for high-energy live finales, often ending shows with a crowd-surfing encore.
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