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Skeletá
2025 4:15
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Ghost Heavy Metal 2025

About Marks Of The Evil One

Few bands in Heavy Metal lean as hard into theatrical guitar work as Ghost, and "Marks Of The Evil One" from their 2025 album Skeletá is a solid example of that approach. The song rewards close attention to its riff construction: Ghost's guitar parts tend to blend clean melodic phrasing with heavier rhythm playing, so you will want to nail the pick attack and dynamics as much as the notes themselves. Pay attention to how the rhythm guitar locks in with the drums, since even a small rush or drag will break the groove the song depends on. If there is a transition or lead passage giving you trouble, use the Practice Toolbar to loop it slowed down until the fingering is automatic before bringing it back up to speed. The layered, arranged feel of Ghost's studio work means each guitar part has a specific role, so isolate yours and learn it cleanly rather than trying to play everything at once.

  • Ghost's guitar parts typically combine clean melodic lead lines with heavy rhythm playing, so practicing each layer separately before combining them is a smart approach.
  • The arranged, studio-polished style of Ghost's recent records means tone and pick dynamics matter as much as hitting the correct notes.
  • If any riff or transition feels uneven at tempo, loop it slowed down using the Practice Toolbar to lock in the fingering before speeding back up.

How to Play Marks Of The Evil One

The song moves through: Intro & solo 1 100%, Solo 1 60%, Solo 2 100%, Solo 2 60%, Tapping section.

Once the main sections feel solid, isolate the solo, which is usually the steepest jump.

Use the section loop to isolate a passage and drop the speed to build each section up to tempo.

Gibson SG Standard
Guitar

Gibson SG Standard

Ghost's Nameless Ghouls use the SG's sharp body and bright tonality for cutting through dense production with articulate rhythm work. The guitar's natural sustain helps their chunky riffs maintain clarity without modern metal muddiness.

ESP Eclipse
Guitar

ESP Eclipse

The Eclipse provides Ghost with a versatile platform for both studio recordings and live performances, offering the tight response needed for their mid-focused crunch tones. Its sleek design and reliable electronics support their atmospheric lead passages seamlessly.

Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier
Amp

Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier

This amp delivers Ghost's signature mid-heavy crunch at moderate gain levels, staying clear and tight during palm muting without descending into saturated distortion. The Dual Rectifier's natural breakup at 5-6 gain is perfect for their contrast between clean and driven passages.

Seymour Duncan JB
Pickup

Seymour Duncan JB

Ghost's ESP guitars benefit from the JB's aggressive high-end bite and punchy output, cutting through the mix during heavier sections. This combination bridges the gap between their clean arpeggios and crunchy, riff-driven moments with powerful definition.

Ibanez Tube Screamer TS9
Pedal

Ibanez Tube Screamer TS9

The TS9 tightens Ghost's rhythm tone and pushes their amp into responsive crunch without adding unnecessary coloration. This classic overdrive pedal is essential for maintaining their clean-to-driven dynamic without sacrificing the clarity they demand.

Boss CE-2 Chorus
Pedal

Boss CE-2 Chorus

The CE-2 creates the shimmery, dimensional quality throughout Ghost's atmospheric passages like Mary On A Cross and He Is. Its subtle modulation adds depth to clean arpeggios while respecting the band's minimalist effects philosophy.

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