B Classic Rock Loop

I – ♭VII – IV progression in B major

B major
Chords
Triads7th Chords
Instrument
GuitarUkuleleBass
Harmony
Originalii–V–ISec. Dom.
IB
♭VIIA
IVE

Triad Diagrams — B Classic Rock Loop (Guitar)

B Classic Rock LoopI – ♭VII – IV

The B Classic Rock Loop (B – A – E) borrows the ♭VII chord from the parallel Mixolydian mode, giving it a rebellious, anthemic edge. This three-chord riff has powered rock music since the 1960s. With seventh chords (BMaj7 – A7 – EMaj7), it takes on a bluesier, more soulful character.

Pop / RockEnergy & Drive4/4 · 4 bars

Chords (triads): B, A, E.

Chords (7th): BMaj7, A7, EMaj7.

Famous songs using this progression

  • Gloria – Them (Van Morrison)
  • More Than A Feeling – Boston
  • La Grange – ZZ Top
  • Sweet Home Chicago – Traditional