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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Empty Promises" by Black Label Society, in A major at about 125 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Empty Promises" by Black Label Society

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Empty Promises” by Black Label Society.

Empty Promises by Black Label Society
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · alternative rock · post‑grunge
Moodmelancholic · angsty · defiant
Signaturedefiant post‑grunge anthem
A major
Key
125
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

Dm
C
A♭maj7
F
G
E
B♭
A
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeGuitar soloFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
powerful, driving riffs and melodic leads
driving bassline
round, syncopated, anchoring the groove
acoustic drum kit
steady rock beat with dynamic fills
clean electric guitar
arpeggiated chords and melodic fills
subtle synth pads
ambient background texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

Catacombs of the Black Vatican (2014)

The ninth studio album, notable for debuting at number five on the Billboard 200 and reaching number one on the Top Rock Albums chart. It features former Breaking Benjamin drummer Chad Szeliga and moves between aggressive riff-driven tracks and stripped-back, quieter moments.

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Artist

Black Label Society

Black Label Society is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1998 by guitarist and vocalist Zakk Wylde, who also served as Ozzy Osbourne's lead guitarist for many years. The band plays a mix of crushing heavy metal and blues-influenced hard rock, with Wylde's guitar work sitting at the center of everything they do. Over more than two decades they have put out twelve studio albums and built a devoted following around their reputation for heavy, uncompromising live shows.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Empty Promises" in?

"Empty Promises" by Black Label Society is in A major.

What is the tempo of "Empty Promises"?

"Empty Promises" plays at around 125 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Empty Promises"?

The core progression is Dm, C, A♭maj7, F, G, and E, built around the A major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Empty Promises"?

The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bassline, acoustic drum kit, clean electric guitar, and subtle synth pads.

Can I get "Empty Promises" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Empty Promises" by Black Label Society, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Empty Promises" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Empty Promises" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 125 BPM in A major with 9 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Empty Promises" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Empty Promises" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Empty Promises" on?

"Empty Promises" appears on Catacombs of the Black Vatican (2014).

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