F Classic Rock Loop

I – ♭VII – IV progression in F major

F major
Chords
Triads7th Chords
Instrument
GuitarUkuleleBass
Harmony
Originalii–V–ISec. Dom.
IF
♭VIIE♭
IVB♭

Triad Diagrams — F Classic Rock Loop (Guitar)

F Classic Rock LoopI – ♭VII – IV

The F Classic Rock Loop (F – Eb – Bb) 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 (FMaj7 – Eb7 – BbMaj7), it takes on a bluesier, more soulful character.

Pop / RockEnergy & Drive4/4 · 4 bars

Chords (triads): F, Eb, Bb.

Chords (7th): FMaj7, Eb7, BbMaj7.

Famous songs using this progression

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