How John Frusciante Plays Guitar

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    INFO: John Frusciante was arguably the most important guitarist for the Red Hot Chilli Peppers as they grew famous. Flea, the band's bassist, mentions in many interviews how well he connected with the other members on an almost spiritual level. This statement makes it even more interesting to look up his story and his feats as a guitarist.

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  • @LieLikesMusic
    @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +573

    FOR NOAH / POLYPHONIC / ANYONE WATCHING THIS VIDEO:
    I copied a big part of the intro from a video called "How Flea Plays Bass"
    by a channel called Polyphonic. Just like all the other footage and images
    you'll see here, i don't own anything of it. It's merely used for educational
    purposes. I don't see the difference between using footage created by a
    TH-camr and footage created by a videographer in the 90s. Both deserves
    credit. But since "How Flea Plays Bass" was a recently created video, it seems
    like more people reacted negatively to this. My intention was just to honor the
    artist in the video and share some knowledge.

    • @generalskunk6876
      @generalskunk6876 7 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      honestly ive watched both videos and this is definitely not a rip off imo

    • @ithaca976
      @ithaca976 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Lie Likes Music yeah I immediately recognized the srcipt but it was a great video nevertheless

    • @mattjsherman
      @mattjsherman 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      th-cam.com/video/gb0KFB6zcEw/w-d-xo.html

    • @garyheimbauer4206
      @garyheimbauer4206 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Dude - you didn't just sample video - you stole the script! That is horrible. I know you'll delete this but that's some bad karma man.

    • @NoName-fp3jk
      @NoName-fp3jk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lie Likes Music Lie Likes Music it s FrusciantE!!! EEEEE!! Not I!! Italian name !!!

  • @tradeka4206
    @tradeka4206 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3633

    He takes his fingers and presses them on the strings while simultaneously plucking the strings with a pick. There you go guys

    • @lucasvinicius-cj5ls
      @lucasvinicius-cj5ls 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      i would have comment the same

    • @RUTJA.
      @RUTJA. 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @joesl8 and sometimes both.

    • @taunokekkonen5733
      @taunokekkonen5733 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly. We're not talking about Morello or Vai.

    • @petrowzz
      @petrowzz 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      :0

    • @dkg3748
      @dkg3748 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I’m going to try this on my guitar

  • @cjbarton0055
    @cjbarton0055 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1201

    i feel Frusciante is massively underrated. Not by his fans, but you never really see him in a top 10 guitarist of all time lists which he deserve's

    • @clownttt
      @clownttt 7 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      I agree that he is underrated, but he is definitely not a top 10 of all time.
      He is my favorite musician though.

    • @MaynardOwns
      @MaynardOwns 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Yeah he's easily top 100. There are too many great players for him to crack top 10. Odds are he's in the top ten of most favorite guitarist lists.
      Did he make the top 100 guitarists of all time list in the rolling stone or guitar world magazine from idk maybe 10 years ago?

    • @MB-og8fi
      @MB-og8fi 6 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      @@MaynardOwns Yea it depends what kind of top ten list it is, he is easily in the top of mine and many others favorites list like you said, but when it comes to technical ability Hendrix isnt even on the top 10, there is alot of amazing jazz musicians that will blow them both away when it comes to technical ability being able to rip thru every chord, scale, and technique there possibly is. On the other hand when it comes to heart and soul, creativity, and innovation then JF and Hendrix are easily in the top 5. Hendrix is without a doubt by far the most influential guitarist of all time, anyone who tries to dispute that my ears will just automatically shut off to them.

    • @Han0verfist.23
      @Han0verfist.23 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I think closest he got was number 17 on rolling stone

    • @mephetran1
      @mephetran1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      there are at least 10 better youtube guitarists, he's just pretty good and lucky enought to end up in a world famous band.

  • @bex6767
    @bex6767 6 ปีที่แล้ว +898

    John doesn't create solos... he creates soulos.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Que?

    • @bex6767
      @bex6767 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      He puts his soul into his playing. So... play on words: soul-o :)

    • @fredioanarqi3151
      @fredioanarqi3151 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      God damn rirght!

    • @JadBourji
      @JadBourji 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      There you go

    • @nottyler9824
      @nottyler9824 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you just hear the first note, you know the rest of the solo

  • @Elvis_Gonzalez
    @Elvis_Gonzalez 7 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    What I've always loved about Frusciante is the fact that he doesn't show-boat, like most guitarists do, and instead, he plays what is required for the moment (That's why Flea and John have such chemistry. Whenever Flea has the melody, Frusciante supports the music, and vice versa).

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Elvis Gonzalez Exactly! I love that balance they maintain too 😊

  • @materialistadialectico4884
    @materialistadialectico4884 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1637

    He didn't take a break from the band to recover from drug addiction, he couldn't handle the level of fame achieved after BSSM and quit the band struggling with depression and that led to his lowest point of addiction.

    • @stijn4771
      @stijn4771 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      gonscla 92 this

    • @armanarroisi
      @armanarroisi 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      BSSM?

    • @bas304
      @bas304 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Takoyaki blood sugar sex magic

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      Bas Capel Note to self 📝 Read articles more thouroughly. But i did read an interview saying that Frusciante was inspired to do more drugs around that time by Flea. He used to be stoned on stage a lot apparently.

    • @xSpaceSauce
      @xSpaceSauce 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      His drug use got worse after he left RHCP, he claims he wasn't doing heroin at the time he was touring.

  • @truthteller4442
    @truthteller4442 4 ปีที่แล้ว +253

    The Chili Peppers were always a decent band, but they became superstars with Frusciante. To me, he is the Chili Peppers signature sound, and with him, they produced their best albums. The Italian stallion can flat out play that “gee-tar” like a God.

    • @Thrashman-ye4cf
      @Thrashman-ye4cf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      You have to give Halal credit too man. He probably would’ve became a legend too had he not died so young before RHCP got big. He was already amazing at guitar and was only gonna get better.

    • @AndyJay1985
      @AndyJay1985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@Thrashman-ye4cf Hillel also taught Flea how to play bass and introduced him to a lot of different music that helped build their foundation.

    • @Thrashman-ye4cf
      @Thrashman-ye4cf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@AndyJay1985 yes, he’s truly an under appreciated musician in a giant band…all because he died young from drugs. Truly sad shit. I’d say a big percentage of people who call themselves RHCP fans, don’t even know who Hillal is…

    • @DarknessYT2010
      @DarknessYT2010 ปีที่แล้ว

      josh to 2 albums are pretty good too different but shows you the influence john brings to their sound

  • @mcspankey4810
    @mcspankey4810 7 ปีที่แล้ว +284

    When John plays he literally channels energy from him into the guitar snd it makes beautiful sounds

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      McSpankey Yupp. Well said 👍

    • @christiangasior4244
      @christiangasior4244 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nah, anyone who is manipulating the strings of a guitar is channeling his energy into it. Whether or not it makes beautiful sounds is a matter of opinion.

    • @roneyrodrigues4321
      @roneyrodrigues4321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christiangasior4244 really, but i love Frusciante kkkkkkkkkk

    • @christiangasior4244
      @christiangasior4244 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@roneyrodrigues4321 yeah 3 years later my comment looks petty and pointless really

  • @cman86s
    @cman86s 6 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    John Frusciante is like the Steve Jobs of the Red Hot Chili Peppers! Although not a founding member, he joined the band early on, and put them on the map. Then when he rejoined years later (with his newly found minimalist approach), he took the band to unbelievable heights, and the rest is history!

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      YEAH finally someone that gets Frusciante. Wonder what he's up to now though. Seems like he's just
      become super reclusive.

    • @JLBribiesca
      @JLBribiesca 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spot on comments! Frusciante is back in 2022. Effectively took me two guitar notes on the new song Black Summer to know it was him.

    • @leo12th
      @leo12th 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Na he is the steve wosniak

    • @davidlexussolarplexus
      @davidlexussolarplexus หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wasn’t Steve Jobs a founding member of Apple lol

  • @ninamc6116
    @ninamc6116 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    John is amazing. That solo on “Dani California” is his but is so Hendrix!!

  • @burzwild2292
    @burzwild2292 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love his solo albums. They are very little known from what I've seen and that makes them a sort of secret paradise to listen to

  • @prismsedits2320
    @prismsedits2320 7 ปีที่แล้ว +180

    To be fair i hardly consider him a guitarist anymore. He's more of an all around artist. I think is solo work is severly underrated but that also makes it very special. John really means what he plays and writes.

    • @Bigbrotherthunder
      @Bigbrotherthunder 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He’s my hero

    • @MiguelCyc
      @MiguelCyc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah he is famous for playing guitar but has amazing stuff with electronics etc.

    • @BrooklynBalla
      @BrooklynBalla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      His first two solo albums are insane.Some tracks are hard to listen to but he really shows his brilliance.

    • @luciustitius
      @luciustitius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good point. It’s totally pointless to discuss if he belongs in the top ten of the best guitars of all times. Maybe he is - maybe he isn’t. Who cares…he is one of the greatest musicians in popular music. Ever. Period.

  • @DudesIn101
    @DudesIn101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    John is one of the top three best players in our time,no one plays like John,with so much emotion,I'm soooo happy that John is back in the band here for 2022,,This is how great musicians learn over time and every member brings the best of their trait,they are absolutely a phenomenal band and can't wait to hear what they bring out next,thanks for the vid

  • @rayhoodoo847
    @rayhoodoo847 6 ปีที่แล้ว +408

    Person: Hey want something to drink?
    Lie Likes Music: Yes, I'll have John Fruscian Tea, thanks.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      😂 Best comment i've gotten in a while lol

    • @rayhoodoo847
      @rayhoodoo847 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      haha, glad you like it :D

    • @kristalcampbell3650
      @kristalcampbell3650 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's made when you wring out a dirty gym sock worn on a member

    • @neilvetter662
      @neilvetter662 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Frusck i anty

    • @NicoDAmbrosio
      @NicoDAmbrosio 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      For breakfast coffee and a John croissantay 👌🏼

  • @jackspade6401
    @jackspade6401 7 ปีที่แล้ว +680

    I think Frusciante is his generations spiritual successor to Hendrix.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Jack Spade He might as well be!

    • @ethanc1719
      @ethanc1719 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      No John squire is

    • @trenthall8904
      @trenthall8904 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Eric Gales

    • @josephcorrigan8561
      @josephcorrigan8561 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @yorrick hunt dead meme

    • @isaacrichmond7505
      @isaacrichmond7505 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @stephentherarabear Have to disagree with ya about the hendrix comment, john could play hendrix's full discography fluidly before joining rhcp, it's like, why they chose him to be in the band. and some his recordings with rhcp are TOTALLY on hendrix's level in terms of technicality/musicianship. see exhibit A: the end of the song Turn It Again. John uses far more restraint than hendrix, but always for the higher purpose of what he's trying to convey in the song; like, just because he's not shredding the whole time doesn't mean he couldn't if he wanted to.
      I am biased though, Frusciante changed my life, and basically got me into understanding music as an art form that can rock your soul to the core of it's very being lol. I've been playing guitar for ~15 years now (fuck i'm old lol) and it's a huge part of who I am...might not totally be that way if it wasn't for John. I totally consider him to be Hendrix 2.0. Think about it this way, Hendrix passed away when he was 27, and John is turning 60 soon, so just the cumulative experience of playing guitar WAY longer than Hendrix was able to, puts him in another category imo.

  • @Sekushi89
    @Sekushi89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    John is probably my favorite guitarplayer of all time. I've grown addicted to listening to their concerts, where he improvises alot of the songs and make them even better.
    His guitarplaying is just insane, and I love the sounds he turned the chili peppers over to.

  • @TheRocknrolla12
    @TheRocknrolla12 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    John Fruciante is one of the finest guitar player ever....his contribution to guitar music is in similar level of Jimmy Page, Mark Knofler, Slash, Jimmy Hendrix, Eric Clapton, David Gilmore in context of contribution to a song.
    His solo in Scar tissue is an achievement of humanity, as it is one of the finest musical expression of emotions in history...it is like the entire human consciousness has precipitated towards that moment of 28 seconds of perfection.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Damn you really love what he does with a passion. I love his music too, but not to that extent i think.
      For sure one of the most outstanding guitarists we have though, i agree on that. Cheers for sharing
      your love for him :)

  • @matejmateljak5385
    @matejmateljak5385 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I grew up lisening to the guitarists such as Hendrix, Page , Clapton, Jeff Back and others....but when i heard BSSM i was fascinated by his minimalistic and percusive aproach. He can both stand back and shine in one song.

  • @elpadrino1128
    @elpadrino1128 7 ปีที่แล้ว +667

    5:07 a wild Anthony appears

    • @buhlir
      @buhlir 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      omfg thats the funniest thing I've seen in a while

    • @lcnprr
      @lcnprr 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Californication Intro (Rock am Ring 2004)

    • @martinalvarez4868
      @martinalvarez4868 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lol best anthoy

    • @nicolasriveros943
      @nicolasriveros943 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He's like "hey 'sup guys... that's a pretty dope riff huh?"

    • @pickledpepper9003
      @pickledpepper9003 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That was creepy and cute at the same time

  • @solsteiner7241
    @solsteiner7241 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This guy: Frusciante
    Captions: Four shanties, take it or leave it.

  • @reubenalex9717
    @reubenalex9717 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Frusciante's creativity is top notch. He makes the guitar blend so well with the song.

  • @martimribeiro7538
    @martimribeiro7538 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    he is one of the best riff creators ever!! he made a lot of magic!! a real king of psychedelic sound

  • @servicedog2325
    @servicedog2325 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That stuff about his technicality is spot on. Reminds me of Richards and Wood, super strong players who never get credit for it because they prioritize quality over complexity, and often the simple stuff is the sweetest.

  • @DistantLights
    @DistantLights 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Frusciante is one of my heroes as a musician

  • @Deetroiter
    @Deetroiter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the only guitarists that I can think of that actually deserves to make all of the different 'faces' full of emotion when playing. Another thing is he's not afraid to explore all directions and experiment. Simply put, most guitarists play the guitar to alter and bring out their emotions. John uses his emotion to bring out the guitar and alter it. He doesn't play guitar chords and notes. He plays raw emotion.

  • @OpaqueVisions47
    @OpaqueVisions47 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love Frusciante. His solo albums are so emotional & his guitar playing is superb. I also wish Ataxia came out with more albums, I think that is also some of his best.

  • @pancon5
    @pancon5 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've always loved his work in the "By The Way" album, it is just so tasteful; indeed it seems like every note counts, masterful, and so many different and diverse sounds. Not that the rest of their albums together since BSSM are any less great (that heart-wrenching solo in "I Could Have Lied"...)
    Come back for a couple more albums John! Josh stays as well, win-win!

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoy his music that much and resonated with what i said :)
      Putting on I Could Have Lied now. Thanks for sharing man.

  • @Justnovemberrr
    @Justnovemberrr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love Red Hot Chili Peppers so much, I l’ve grown up listening to them b/c of my parents and playing “Rock Band” the game. I’m 15 still listening to them and appreciating their music.❤️

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha i discovered quite a lot of artists by playing rock band as well. Great game! I'm 23 btw. And the Chilli Peppers rock!

    • @alex1998nl
      @alex1998nl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Give us an update😆 Do you still enjoy the RHCP?

    • @Justnovemberrr
      @Justnovemberrr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alex1998nl ofc!! Still my #1 favorite rock band. I’ve been practicing playing their songs on my guitar and especially on my bass guitar bc of Flea, he had inspired to play bass lol. But yes I’m still enjoying their music, even their new album of this year 😁 Almost 19 and still appreciating their music lol ❤️

  • @DarknessYT2010
    @DarknessYT2010 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that was great mate good job . john is one of the best he also studied music early in life bring more sophistication to the chillies

  • @theCaslin
    @theCaslin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    John is one of my major influences for guitar. He made me learn to appreciate and incorporate the doddlydoo

    • @theCaslin
      @theCaslin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      *doodlydoo

  • @broda910
    @broda910 7 ปีที่แล้ว +265

    actually.... kiedis is funky monks' riff "co-author". he played this riff by accident.

    • @DeathRecon97
      @DeathRecon97 7 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Paweł L Yeah, you're probably referencing the boat interview so I'll expand on that a bit. Anthony came to John with a riff that was very basic and was like "this is cool" and John didn't think so until he thought on it some more and decided the rhythm was nice to it, he changed up the melody and expanded on it to make it what it is now. I love the architecture that goes on behind songs like this.

    • @broda910
      @broda910 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      i'm referencing to Kiedis' autobiography, but yes - that shows how Frusciante hears melody even in not the best in the world Kiedis' guitar skills :D He's great musician.

    • @batman8293
      @batman8293 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Anthony came up with the rhythm, but not the actual riff per se. He was massing it out on the low e string, without knowing how to play guitar. John laughed it off at the time, but what Anthony played stuck in his head rhythmically. He then played it in key, not just bashing random notes on guitar, and we got the awesome riff.

    • @ashtonrobinson4410
      @ashtonrobinson4410 7 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Jake Mcpartland "I feel so bad he doesn't like Funky Monks"

    • @brunoguerra7933
      @brunoguerra7933 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Wait a second here... you don't like the fucking bass line in the end of the song?! the outro

  • @normanvisser7212
    @normanvisser7212 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm always having a hard time explaining people why I think John Frusciante is really really good at what he does. You captured it very nicely.

  • @joetoe9207
    @joetoe9207 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks! My guitar hero, for sure. I credit him completely with the bands success.

  • @ProteinHacks
    @ProteinHacks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He also was a huge Hendrix fan growing up. He talks about how he was a kid and would amaze people by playing Hendrix songs. You can hear a lot of his inspiration in his music as well.

  • @basketburger
    @basketburger 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of the best guitarists of all time

  • @scr200909
    @scr200909 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I wish this video would become a 2 hour documentary

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I could dig that. But there would need to be more original footage in here.

  • @LeighDWYC
    @LeighDWYC 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. I'm so happy John is back in the band

  • @seohyunkim5655
    @seohyunkim5655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Now that he's back, I cannot wait to see how he does with the RHCP once again

  • @eventheoddss
    @eventheoddss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Who’s here on the comeback of John and RHCP

  • @mateszabo2798
    @mateszabo2798 7 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    He is also a great singer. Far better than Anthony imho. His solo works are mostly sublime and underrated. Check : an exercise , a fall through the ground, murderers, bike, past recedes - such variety in both style and sound. his works have an atmospheric universe on their own. 🔥🔥🔥

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I've heard many people talking about his solo career. So i'll most definately check it out. I agree, his voice
      is really good. If it's better than Anthony's? Nah. I would say they're both good in their unique ways.
      Thank you for sharing Mate :) Greetings from Norway.

    • @rayhoodoo847
      @rayhoodoo847 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Lie Likes Music Dude, ok I can’t argue about which voice is “better”, because that’s very subjectiva, but JF is definitely a better singer thank AK. Not only JF’s singing is very technically well developed, AK’s just a bad singer

    • @mattyp1439
      @mattyp1439 7 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Frusciante is a FAR more proficient singer than AK. But he isn’t a frontman. There’s a huge difference there.

    • @mrdgenerate
      @mrdgenerate 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Murders is my mf jaaaym

    • @bleromafia
      @bleromafia 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      john has a better voice but anthony is a perfect frontman .

  • @charliemen9512
    @charliemen9512 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    His solo career it's the same enjoyment as his RHCP era, it's so much mind-blowing

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah Curtains has some golden gems on it! It's incredible. Very talented guy for sure.

  • @stormingoldboy9265
    @stormingoldboy9265 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    He's Baaaaaaaaaaaccckkk!!

  • @alejandrotorresicochea3285
    @alejandrotorresicochea3285 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    i knew you were the shit from your previous videos but now i know you're also onto the good shit in life, god bless u dawg

  • @noahkankanala6997
    @noahkankanala6997 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great work as usual Lie. John is one of my favorite guitar players; he plays so evocatively with so much passion. A true inspiration. As for which artist/band would be cool to see next, I would love to see a video detailing the significance/impact of a cult classic such as Velvet Underground, Big Star, or The Replacements, and how these artist(s) hovered in relative obscurity while igniting a massively influential reputation. Keep up the awesome work man, it's been awesome to witness your channel grow in popularity and reception as it is much deserved.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noah Kankanala Hey Noah. Long time, no talk. Hope everything is well over there. And yes, very few people match his intensity and passion for guitar playing. It's easy to see that in the way he's animated while playing. And talking about the next video topic, there's a high possibility i might do The Velvet Underground. Have gotten a lot of requests of that one. It also ties together with the videos i've already made about Bowie and Iggy who were highly influenced by them 🤘 Take care man.

  • @seanknight2516
    @seanknight2516 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Johns ability to get great tone puts him right up there also.

  • @ezrapound6063
    @ezrapound6063 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kickin a long time. One of a kind. These guys are cool as hell man. Spit truth too. “Space May be the final frontier, but it’s made in a Hollywood basement.” ♥️

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah it's made in Spacex'es labs eheheh

  • @lazarocruz6739
    @lazarocruz6739 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He plays with passion. Truly my idol ❤️

  • @peagua
    @peagua 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    and he is back

  • @giveitall1992
    @giveitall1992 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Johns solo album shadows collide with people is one of my favorite albums ever

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool! Have you listened to Curtains? And if yes, what do you think about it?

  • @Heavywall70
    @Heavywall70 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I loved old RHCP
    it really was like a different band later on , which I also love. I’m glad they held together and gave us so much to enjoy

  • @johnmorrison8618
    @johnmorrison8618 7 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    As a musician a lot of these explanations kinda irk'ed me in their simplicity, but looking from an outsider POV I think this was a great explanation made for a wider audience than just musicians, good job on the vid man.

    • @batman8293
      @batman8293 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      To be honest it's a lot of bedroom "musicians" that don't understand this stuff. So I can see why things have been simplified.
      I see many people bashing John's playing because they can't comprehend that the guitar can be used for more than just shredding scales and sweeping arpeggios. Who knows, any that may come across this will finally get what makes him, and the band as a whole, so great.

    • @oldgamer3343
      @oldgamer3343 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. Not much music knowledge. Confidence and ignorance.

    • @alexispimentel1863
      @alexispimentel1863 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love Frusciante (Solos like Turn It Again, Hey, Don't Forget Me, If You Have To Ask, Central, Before The Beginning, I Could Have Lied) but sometimes i'm not fan of his improvisation in live songs (with exceptions like Don't Forget Me Slane Castle and a Couple Of Scar Tissue)

    • @jasonadams2364
      @jasonadams2364 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I couldn’t agree more. I’m 37yrs old, picked up a guitar 31yrs ago and haven’t sat it down. I think the video explained what John does best, and that is saying a lot with very little. Music is written for everyone, not just musicians. Take Ingwie for example, he’s technically so advanced and while I respect him, his music doesn’t touch my soul, as I’m sure most non musicians would have a similar sentiment. What John does is easy while at the same time very difficult. Personally I would rather hear that any day. Also take into account that when your back by such an amazing rhythm section as flea and Chad, you have the room to sit back and play sparsely. Soul to squeeze is a great example of flea’s bass being out more in the front with John painting in the details that bring it together nicely

  • @patriciapedrotti5350
    @patriciapedrotti5350 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so happy I feel like I should give you a present for making this, thank you!! Love your channel

  • @thereseyam5246
    @thereseyam5246 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    My top 3 guitarist
    1. Petrucci - technicality
    2. Fruscianti - uniqueness
    3. Morello - creativity

    • @brianpinion5844
      @brianpinion5844 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      that was the only way to sum Morello up! love the guy but sometimes dont know if hes genius or just dropped his guitar and kept recording , cool either way though

    • @justfriccoff3363
      @justfriccoff3363 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did you manage to misspell johns last name

    • @pauljordan4452
      @pauljordan4452 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm an emotive player, so will look into some of John's riffs.

  • @scottbarnett6229
    @scottbarnett6229 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think what makes Frusciante great , as with all my favorite guitar players,is that although he may not be as "technically advanced" as some, I can "FEEL" what he's playing in just that one note. I consider that far more valuable than any other musical ability/talent. I think it's great that possibly he doesn't know every little "scale" that tends to be robotic,cold,stale and utterly useless...he creates moods and conveys feeling and emotion above technicalities. Bravo! Viva Frusciante!🤘✊👊

  • @mertbalbal4624
    @mertbalbal4624 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    John Frusciante is an amazing musician

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He sure is. What's your fav RHCP song?

    • @kingraccoon6226
      @kingraccoon6226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LieLikesMusic mine is Soul to Squeeze

  • @karacoconutag
    @karacoconutag 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    As an insane rhcp junkie, I saw a couple inaccuracies in this video, but largely it was very accurate, well curated, and a pleasure to view. Love Lielikesmusic!

  • @wahlee1984
    @wahlee1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    5:11 when John totally blew Anthony away even though they’re in the same band 😆 proven that John is one of the greatest guitar player ever

  • @adiemissworld
    @adiemissworld 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No one plays like this Man, he is not human, he is a God of Rock. No one can deny this.

  • @Hurrishane03
    @Hurrishane03 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Some people would do anything to be famous
    John would do anything to undo being famous

  • @persik1351
    @persik1351 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks man! English isn't my main language, but I'm understand all!

  • @trotshot
    @trotshot 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The lead break in californication is straight out of purple haze

  • @minorgray
    @minorgray 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for putting this out. love it

  • @clos87
    @clos87 7 ปีที่แล้ว +344

    “Frusciantee” lol

    • @haniffJ
      @haniffJ 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Carlos Jimenez apparently thats the correct way to pronounce it...

    • @GiuseppeM
      @GiuseppeM 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      lolololol

    • @Chatgbt221
      @Chatgbt221 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Fru-shaan-tay

    • @brandonjaimes8522
      @brandonjaimes8522 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Flea would say it like that tho

    • @ГлебГлеб-к5с
      @ГлебГлеб-к5с 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      1) FRU (Force Riverine Unit) + shanti (peace, harmony on sanskrit)
      2) Fruit shun tea
      3) F(chord)+roo+shanty

  • @danegonzales5651
    @danegonzales5651 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude make another video about him once they release the newest RHCP album!
    What a time to be alive.

  • @bluenightgrinner8620
    @bluenightgrinner8620 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My favorite Fruciante solo is on Sexy Mexican Maid. It's simple but it just slides in perfectly....it Rocks!

  • @kurtaaron9478
    @kurtaaron9478 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent presentation. I appreciate John's guitar work....and his amazing VOICE!

  • @Mattwest1985
    @Mattwest1985 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    5:07 man I love Anthony😂 they all are such amazing people!

  • @GyitarLegend
    @GyitarLegend 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is just gold.. thanks so much man! keep doing these sorts of vids

  • @angelovillavicencio1619
    @angelovillavicencio1619 7 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    That intro seems familiar.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Angelo Villavicencio Stole it from Polyphonic 😈

    • @angelovillavicencio1619
      @angelovillavicencio1619 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Lie Likes Music If you're gonna steal, might as well get it from the best.

    • @cameronharris955
      @cameronharris955 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lie Likes Music dislikes this video.

  • @angusdaley
    @angusdaley 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loving this channel man, Frusciante is one of my all time favourites! Love the majority of his work w/ RHCP and solo (with the exception of maybe the last few solo records) and Curtains and The Empyrian are all time classics! Please keep the vids coming and Tame Impala would be awesome next!

  • @jacquelinediesel7883
    @jacquelinediesel7883 7 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Excellent! RHCP fan from the start, got some old cassette tapes bought in San Diego. And yes John is something else , I've checked out his solo work, it's okay but still wish he will be back with his mates. One of the best guitar players ? Yes!! So is Flea the best on bass!! Loved to watch this, nice gesture the blueprint essay, ( wish I had more time) good luck with that! Tx ✌😊

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jacqueline Diesel Cassette tapes? Are those of their first albums? Sounds interesting. Have you listened to one of his solo albums called Curtains? It's said to be a masterpiece by some music critics. Thanks for taking the time to write and watch! Always love to hear from you.

    • @jacquelinediesel7883
      @jacquelinediesel7883 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes : Freaky Styley & one with no title, True Man Don't Kill Coyotes both Capitol records 1985.

    • @pringelsthegamefreak
      @pringelsthegamefreak 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're a beautiful woman also :)

    • @jacquelinediesel7883
      @jacquelinediesel7883 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tx Bep, I will check it out!

    • @pringelsthegamefreak
      @pringelsthegamefreak 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jacqueline Diesel you're beautiful, notice me please :)

  • @yfz450rider39
    @yfz450rider39 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He will always be an all time favorite of mine.

  • @LieLikesMusic
    @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    Which artist/band should i talk about next? I'm hearing a lot of Tame Impala and MGTM here :)

    • @BluePlunger
      @BluePlunger 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      id love to see a tame impala analysis

    • @cesilio1707
      @cesilio1707 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Death From Above 1979

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Edgar Ayala Oh man i LOVE the Mars Volta. Was just listening to Frances The Mute last night. I'll definately make a video about them and atdi at some point.

    • @mlm628
      @mlm628 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Can we talk about iceage? Or are they too niche? I'm very interested in seeing what you would do with MGMT.

    • @fionnmaclochlainn5454
      @fionnmaclochlainn5454 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lie Likes Music take impala xxx

  • @mikemroczkowski783
    @mikemroczkowski783 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    His work with Volta is amazing. You should have talked about it, because it shows how technical he can be.

  • @nJur88
    @nJur88 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    he's BAAACK!

  • @han36solo
    @han36solo 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I especially like how he switches between playing right and left handed! Amazing!

  • @patbark6164
    @patbark6164 7 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    "John Frusciante is not a technical player".
    watches the Don't Forget Me guitar solo at La Cigale, France on TH-cam
    :thinking:

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      xD

    • @user-js8wz6yt4v
      @user-js8wz6yt4v 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      He doesn’t usually emphasize technique so it’s actually an accurate statement. John himself said that

    • @johnlemay5501
      @johnlemay5501 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I took it to mean he doesn’t focus on styles like Paul Gilbert, Steve Vai, etc.

    • @Hurrishane03
      @Hurrishane03 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He isn’t known for technical playing, that doesn’t make him less of a guitarist though

    • @MonkyMonk729
      @MonkyMonk729 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yeah... he can definitely play some incredibly technical parts when he wants to, but I would agree with the video that that's not the aspect of his playing that he's most known for. In my opinion his real genius is his ability to pare the guitar back to be very simple yet extremely powerful both melodically and rhythmically. He's got a fluidity to his playing where he seems to be unconsciously hyper aware (if that makes any sense) of what everyone else is doing and he steps up to the forefront and then steps back into the shadows so seamlessly within the context of everything else that's going on.

  • @teylerverner7463
    @teylerverner7463 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    im glad u brought up snow when discussing this its the main reason i came to this vid

  • @Rishi-nv7bp
    @Rishi-nv7bp 7 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    Intro copied from Polyphonic

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Hrushikesh Shanware Oh yes! ✌️

    • @hanzv5867
      @hanzv5867 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Lie Likes Music and ur proud of it?

    • @belowcelcius5406
      @belowcelcius5406 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hrushikesh Shanware I saw that too

    • @saminbloom3009
      @saminbloom3009 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Like word for word

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I don't see anyone here criticizing John Frusciante for stealing from Jimi Hendrix.

  • @templarredcross4083
    @templarredcross4083 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    John frusciante is amazing

  • @robertdawson8522
    @robertdawson8522 6 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I can hear serious Jimi Hendrix influence in his melodic playing

    • @hollyhaze1330
      @hollyhaze1330 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/_pxMTXadCqI/w-d-xo.html

    • @jimsigfusson9769
      @jimsigfusson9769 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes THE MELODY, its the Melody as Hancock said and good feel, understanding just like a tortured classical master.

  • @TheRocknrolla12
    @TheRocknrolla12 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He is one of the Greatest Guitar Player of all time, producing meaningful music is the greatest skill one can master.....:) He is what Shredders will develop into once they understand emotional aspect of sound:)

  • @Appelmoes444
    @Appelmoes444 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cool video! I noticed it on the Frusciante facebook group ^^

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Appelmoes444 Hey that's awesome! Thank you for checking it out 👍😊

    • @thereallbking
      @thereallbking 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      there's a jf group on fb????? Tell me the name! I have to be a part of it

    • @Appelmoes444
      @Appelmoes444 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just search for 'john frusciante' in facebook groups! It's a closed group but you can be added :)

  • @DlmlZ
    @DlmlZ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent analysis! Nothing left out! Love it! Thanks for sharing!

  • @sarabrooks6143
    @sarabrooks6143 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    John is looking good, fantastic guitar player, reminds me of Hendrix’s playing style in many ways with the thumb on the e string

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah i didn't notice that he used his thumb.

  • @ZachIDE
    @ZachIDE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    and now he's back :)

  • @blankfaceduser3596
    @blankfaceduser3596 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Radiohead and the Red Hot Chili Peppers are few of the good remaining popular modern Rock Acts recording music today.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can agree with that. But there are more than just a few good bands. There's loads if you just look for them.

    • @Wowimhungry9
      @Wowimhungry9 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LieLikesMusic can you name some. I'm trying to find new music to listen to.

  • @deerygar8384
    @deerygar8384 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jam sesh with flea and Omar Rodríguez López was special. Also the song Take the veil cerpin taxt and The song that's one long solo that he wrote for his friend who passed away are among my faves.

  • @mikek860
    @mikek860 7 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    The best guitarist in existence- period. Listen to every song RHCP did during his time on their albums. Then pick one- maybe Scar Tissue- and find as many live versions as you can. It’s never the same song because he’ll change it; improvise... his solos reflect his emotion at the time. His guitar work live is MASTERFUL. The way that Flea and Chad Smith- also at the very very top of their respective instruments (maybe even the best)- have to play at a level 20 to Jan with him- is insane. I don’t give a fuck about the words in their songs or ANY AK singing. Fuck- just make them an instrumental band! His guitar speaks directly to a person.
    An absolute badass!

    • @thomyyyyyy
      @thomyyyyyy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mike Kochenderfer yes this describe perfectly why i think he is so great

    • @jontymanuel6751
      @jontymanuel6751 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mike Kochenderfer the whole live set at Slane Castle in 2003 is a perfect example of that. One of the greatest guitarists of all time.

    • @SGspecial84
      @SGspecial84 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      There is no 'best' guitarist- period.

    • @JamesBond-ml3zp
      @JamesBond-ml3zp 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      there is absolutely no such thing as the Best anything in Existence...all things are relative...
      .

    • @SGspecial84
      @SGspecial84 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oh there's lots of 'best' things backed by science. When it comes to styles though, its all a matter of taste. Its not relative, its just what you prefer.

  • @dilldowschwagginz2674
    @dilldowschwagginz2674 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    JF is such an amazing musician. Tremonti is also an outstanding guitarist who seems to be underappreciated a bit.

  • @AmericanSpyFox
    @AmericanSpyFox 7 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    Pat Smear!!

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      MyEpicTales Yupp! That's him. The good-old Nirvana and Foo Fighters guitarist. For you guys who don't know him, he used to be the guitarist for The Germs which i mentioned in the beginning of the video.

    • @AmericanSpyFox
      @AmericanSpyFox 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Bet, Pat, never thought he'd be in a pop rock band. Like my Step-dad use to say, "You can do what you want when you're young but when you're old, you do whatever pays the bills."

    • @MerijnH
      @MerijnH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AmericanSpyFox wait, Foo Fighters is a pop rock band according to you?

  • @thomasagabaonyango7548
    @thomasagabaonyango7548 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't care for your lessons or youtube generally but watching this told me that you love John and the Chili Peppers... Liked and subscribed!

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's cool. Thanks for the support dude. I'm more about telling the story of the artists. So m present videos are/will be more about the history behind the music.

  • @thecampfire4877
    @thecampfire4877 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of the most underrated guitarists of all time.

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      There sure is a lot of people that don't see his "genius" that's true. People seem to think that he just copied what Hendrix
      did. And sure maybe he used his techniques and playing style, but that doesn't mean he didn't have the genius to use them exceptionally.

  • @adeadgirl13
    @adeadgirl13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    He's back baby!

  • @YohAquino2
    @YohAquino2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +343

    the White Hendrix IMO

    • @hanzv5867
      @hanzv5867 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      YohAquino2 no

    • @THEMMASOYRU
      @THEMMASOYRU 7 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      thats SRV

    • @richardfloyd4029
      @richardfloyd4029 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      SRV is much better... john mayer comes close, like a modern hendrix

    • @MrJfislove
      @MrJfislove 7 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Mayer is boring AF

    • @richardfloyd4029
      @richardfloyd4029 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      you dare insult the MAYER ALMIGHTY?

  • @lilTwigLP
    @lilTwigLP 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    really cool video, I love that you're giving john the credit he deserves, you still have to learn a few things for example why he left the band after blood sugar :)

  • @originaldave8216
    @originaldave8216 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Frusciante kills it solo

    • @LieLikesMusic
      @LieLikesMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      A lot of people say positive things about his solo career. I can't say for myself if i like it yet though.

  • @oaxaca911
    @oaxaca911 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I literally know everything about this band, and everything in this video is accurate. Good job

  • @bonusduckmann9997
    @bonusduckmann9997 7 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    The video essay blueprint rules:
    1) Copy from other successful people. I mean literally just take other people’s stuff and use it.
    2) You’re a master now. Go make a shitty, vague, rambling and ultimately misleading video course of the above rule in 10 distinct videos. Make sure to give one out and charge the rest 50 bucks each.

  • @MrHop6
    @MrHop6 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My old student..Glad to see you back