# FamousRiffs

> FamousRiffs is free app containing the most outstanding rock and metal riffs.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gmail.wesoftlab.famousriffs](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gmail.wesoftlab.famousriffs)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.gmail.wesoftlab.famousriffs`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** WeSoftLab
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 101,551
- **Rating:** 3.78 / 5 (304 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-29
- **First published:** 2016-08-30
- **Publisher country:** UA
- **Size:** 16 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gmail.wesoftlab.famousriffs)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://wesoftlab.eu5.org/policy/famous\_riffs.html](http://wesoftlab.eu5.org/policy/famous_riffs.html)

## Description

FamousRiffs is a free Chrome extension offering over 150 outstanding rock and metal guitar riffs from legendary artists like AC/DC, Metallica, Megadeth, KISS, Judas Priest, Ozzy Osbourne, and Scorpions. Tailored especially for beginner guitarists, the app features simple riffs complete with guitar tablature, audio playback, and detailed song descriptions.

The riffs predominantly suit electric guitar but also sound great on acoustic guitar. Users can like or dislike riffs, add favorites, and apply filters by artist and genre to customize their experience. FamousRiffs is an ideal tool for guitarists wanting to learn iconic riffs and enhance their playing skills in rock and metal genres.

## Rankings

- #219,668 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.gmail.wesoftlab.famousriffs.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

FamousRiffs is praised for its easy-to-use interface, helpful notations, and the useful feature to slow down riffs for learning. Users appreciate the availability of modes and scales and the option to buy an ad-free version. However, common criticisms include poor MIDI playback quality, limited song variety focused on popular tunes, frequent ads, absence of key information for songs, and the confusing use of keyboard sounds instead of guitar in samples.

### Pros

- Easy to follow and use with simple, effective notations
- Helpful for learning iconic guitar riffs
- Feature to play riffs at reduced tempo is appreciated
- Availability of modes and scales enhances learning
- Paid version offers an ad-free experience

### Cons

- Playback sounds like poor MIDI with low-quality guitar and piano sounds
- Limited song selection mainly featuring very popular songs
- Some ads appear frequently, especially after every riff
- Lack of key information for songs makes it difficult for less experienced users
- Sample music played on keyboard instead of guitar causes confusion

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gmail.wesoftlab.famousriffs)