This was such a blast to shoot. I'm genuinely surprised I didnt have frost bit on my fingers by the end! haha enjoy the vid guys! Head to nickjohnstonmusic.com/ if you'd like to support my music!
You are what’s right in the new era of sophisticated guitar music. I’m constantly inspired by your tone and technique. I hope to get a lesson when the crazy dies down. Thanks for all you do.
Hi Nick, i purchased your custom shop schecter 4 months ago, and i always thought needs a humbucker, now i see you got it...but it's an Indonesia made i guess ( no custom shop )...
For anyone curious...we shot this in -20 degrees Celsius in 2-3 hours with just the three of us running around like madmen trying to get enough footage for a 30 minute song before the sun set. Nick and Scott had to take turns warming up in my car. Im surprised Nick doesn’t have frost bite on his fingers from this shoot as he mentioned already haha. We shot on a single camera, my Arri Alexa Mini LF that I had just received and wanted to test out in a harsh exterior setting with less than ideal conditions so this was a perfect setting. We used Atlas Orion Anamorphic Lenses, primarily the 40mm. Aside from one shot in the beginning on The Dana Dolly, I shot everything handheld with help from my EasyRig Vario 5 Stabil. All natural light, no time or support for video lights. Can't wait to do it again!
I like to play guitar and used to listen to many guitarists since the 2000s and only YT knows how many "virtuous" guitarists/bands it has shown me in the last 2 decades. This dude is one of the few that actually I enjoy listening to.
I started playing Guitar in the very early 90s... after being raised on PROG-Rock, Tommy Emmanuel and Joe Satriani. I got into Allan Holdsworth, Yngwie... and a lot of shredders, as well as Jazz guitarists. Recently I’ve been listening to World Music and old styles of music. When I hear new guitarists, it’s virtually impossible for me to bat an eyelid anymore. However... this is exceptional. The music is fantastic... and the guitar playing is just outstanding. There’s so much emotion and feel. The guitar doesn’t impose on the song at all... The guitar work is so lyrical and complimentary to the song. And again... the music in the background is fantastic. It’s a great song even without guitar... but the guitar adds to it. This is absolutely unbelievable.
in a nutshell: Nick is chased by the Coronavirus in the Woods symbolized by the Dude in the Red Cape. He's crankin out a tasty funk riff seems to help at first, but then the virus feeds on it and starts to multiply. Thats a no go but addin a Phrygian Dom scale shred frightens off the virus which gives time for Nick to escape off the Mountain. The virus multiplying still but the solo gave Nick an aura so he's kinda protected. Ending with a cliffhanger, Nick is walking to the valley to save humanity from the virus, but it closely watches, the struggle is obviously not over yet. 😁👍🤘
I remember this Saturday morning where my friends and I were doing some extra course work with our music teacher. When we were waiting in front of the school gate we were listening to this album since it was released earlier that week. We decided to analyze it on the spot as a practice for our upcoming music exams. Those were the good days and I’ll always treasure those memories. Thank you Nick, for giving me that. I’ll always be grateful
I remember going on a road trip from LA to Vegas and we were driving through this vast landscape where you can literally see the edge of the sky; everyone else was taking a nap in the car and I was against the window blasting this song in my headphones. Good vibes that I will remember for the rest of my life
You are one of a revolutionary guitarist on this era. Your touch and tones explain the high taste of music. There is million shredders over the world, but i haven't found this sound feel on their works, you bring this things to beat them
Once again Nick you have profoundly illustrated that you are more than just a guitarist! You are in fact a very creative artist - one who happens to be a musician who uses the guitar so very well as part of a wonderfully rich and varied palette of colours, techniques and skills as you plumb the depths of your creativity! Whew - I'm out of breath - I'd better go lay down.
I have owned a really nice custom shop strat for many years, just bought the US made Schecter NJ nitrose finish model and let me tell ya, it SMOKES the custom shop. NOT EVEN CLOSE!
Случайно в ютубе нашёл Ваш канал. Музыка прекрасная. Атмосфера, вызывает эмоции и воспоминания. Приятный саунд, интересная аранжировка, хорошо что барабаны не перегружен сбивками и фишками, не отвлекают внимания на себя. Видео я не понял, но может просто ещё не прожил такого момента. Спасибо за творчество. Здоровья, семейного счастья и творческих успехов.
Beautiful video! I l really like the Pink Floyd-Eric Clapton vibe mixed up with Modern composition as well with fusion-esque licks/passages... Don't get me wrong but this is what I feel when i listen to your music. Even from the titles of the songs. Excellent music,taste and playing! Bravo!
What a tremendous song and video!!! All of your songs go way over yonder the typical shred stuff. My favorite guitar player and composer by far. Thanks Nick! 👏👏👏
Beautiful... a masterpiece! Great... I don't know, no words can do it justice... And the clip, memorable. Applause! Hermosa... una obra maestra! Genial... No lo sé, no hay palabras que puedan hacerle justicia... Y el clip, memorable. Aplausos!
@@mido3ontheway interesting as this was a fair while ago. I have since listened to cacophony with Becker and Friedman and also heard solos such as tornado of souls and many other great pieces from Friedman. And you are right. My comment was ignorant and totally wrong but I also had no idea and now I do
@@joshmuz9018 It's rather rare when people online dare to admit that they were wrong and are open to new opinions. Thank you for being a decent human, Josh! Marty's sense of melody and emotion is truly magnificent. I can recommend stuff by him if you would like me to. You can hear the influence Marty has on Nick and many other modern guitar heroes. Wishing you a wonderful day/night.
This was such a blast to shoot. I'm genuinely surprised I didnt have frost bit on my fingers by the end! haha enjoy the vid guys!
Head to nickjohnstonmusic.com/ if you'd like to support my music!
Ofcourse you're not frostbitten, when you're producing all this heat!
Rip beard
yessssssssssss mannnnn
You are what’s right in the new era of sophisticated guitar music. I’m constantly inspired by your tone and technique. I hope to get a lesson when the crazy dies down. Thanks for all you do.
Hi Nick, i purchased your custom shop schecter 4 months ago, and i always thought needs a humbucker, now i see you got it...but it's an Indonesia made i guess ( no custom shop )...
God bless you for stopping by with this comment, and may your entire family prosper in every aspect
For anyone curious...we shot this in -20 degrees Celsius in 2-3 hours with just the three of us running around like madmen trying to get enough footage for a 30 minute song before the sun set. Nick and Scott had to take turns warming up in my car. Im surprised Nick doesn’t have frost bite on his fingers from this shoot as he mentioned already haha. We shot on a single camera, my Arri Alexa Mini LF that I had just received and wanted to test out in a harsh exterior setting with less than ideal conditions so this was a perfect setting. We used Atlas Orion Anamorphic Lenses, primarily the 40mm. Aside from one shot in the beginning on The Dana Dolly, I shot everything handheld with help from my EasyRig Vario 5 Stabil. All natural light, no time or support for video lights. Can't wait to do it again!
Wow! With the limited time and support you have to make the video, you did a very great job.
Grant Cooper really impressive
EasyRig. Saving the backs of filmmakers everywhere.
that sounds terrible. awesome! :)
hows the guitar?
Just found out the long haired guy I always see walking up and down my street, is a world-renowned guitarist! Super cool!
😍
Finally someone who brings something new to instrumental guitar music.
...Chon, Intervals, Polyphia, Plini.
@@chrisvalenzuela7911 Hell yeah!
I enjoy listening to this guitarist because he makes guitar music sound interesting to anyone. NOT just other shredders.
I like to play guitar and used to listen to many guitarists since the 2000s and only YT knows how many "virtuous" guitarists/bands it has shown me in the last 2 decades. This dude is one of the few that actually I enjoy listening to.
imagine yourself hiking in the afternoon and you come across Nick Johnston hanging with his Schecter Diamond and those creepy red hoods
I started playing Guitar in the very early 90s... after being raised on PROG-Rock, Tommy Emmanuel and Joe Satriani. I got into Allan Holdsworth, Yngwie... and a lot of shredders, as well as Jazz guitarists. Recently I’ve been listening to World Music and old styles of music. When I hear new guitarists, it’s virtually impossible for me to bat an eyelid anymore. However... this is exceptional. The music is fantastic... and the guitar playing is just outstanding. There’s so much emotion and feel. The guitar doesn’t impose on the song at all... The guitar work is so lyrical and complimentary to the song. And again... the music in the background is fantastic. It’s a great song even without guitar... but the guitar adds to it. This is absolutely unbelievable.
in a nutshell: Nick is chased by the Coronavirus in the Woods symbolized by the Dude in the Red Cape. He's crankin out a tasty funk riff seems to help at first, but then the virus feeds on it and starts to multiply. Thats a no go but addin a Phrygian Dom scale shred frightens off the virus which gives time for Nick to escape off the Mountain. The virus multiplying still but the solo gave Nick an aura so he's kinda protected. Ending with a cliffhanger, Nick is walking to the valley to save humanity from the virus, but it closely watches, the struggle is obviously not over yet. 😁👍🤘
They are rolling out tanks against the "virus" why not a guitar too right??
😄😄🤣🤣🤣
He must have not washed his hands before he went out there.
So the first valid vaccine will be called Pyrygianadom
The only modern artist that doesn't compromise on art or integrity. The songwriting, groove, and tones are just dead on.
4:28 - That's one big fat tasty riff
I can feel the coldness of the fingers through the screen! Amazing song.
Epic song. One of a kind Mr Johnston
Extremely musical, For me, one of the best musicians of the decade... absolutly amazing.
Solid new song! Thumbs up for suffering in cold. You can clearly see how Nick's fingers are frozen, he can barely move them.
This is real music. Real artist
My favourite track on the album - that build up from 4:10 into that riff is brilliant - the louder the better.
Awesomeness!
Nick Johnston always fantastic Nick Johnston rock n rolllllll i love you
I remember this Saturday morning where my friends and I were doing some extra course work with our music teacher. When we were waiting in front of the school gate we were listening to this album since it was released earlier that week. We decided to analyze it on the spot as a practice for our upcoming music exams. Those were the good days and I’ll always treasure those memories. Thank you Nick, for giving me that. I’ll always be grateful
i agree bro...
3:10 so little red riding hood is a nick johnston fan too? She has good taste, dammit
Incredible! The guitarwork and the overall energy of this song brings such a "gentle, yet powerful" vibe. Love it!
We love you and your music....
I remember going on a road trip from LA to Vegas and we were driving through this vast landscape where you can literally see the edge of the sky; everyone else was taking a nap in the car and I was against the window blasting this song in my headphones. Good vibes that I will remember for the rest of my life
Best wireless system ever saw!!!
Wireless Wah at 6:06
@@user-nk3re4dj5h loooooooooooooooooooool
The music, piano,just brings us to another place. Combine with skills. A lot of creaticity and sounds in nick mind.
He's walking outside, with snow, in a forest with only his guitar and some weird dudes are chasing him, please buy his album and save him
LeL traco
Hahaha
I love it.....thank you...
A guitarist with distinctive style. Unique. One of my favorites!!!
Great landscape and great musician. Thanks a lot.
finally.. thank you so much... i have never missed a night of listening to this song before sleeping...
Nick Johnston rock n rolllllll beautiful blue layer style guitar
awesome!!! Nick!!!
Nick made my day, I love your work
Nice, really cool video. The creature in the red cape is always there....
You are one of a revolutionary guitarist on this era. Your touch and tones explain the high taste of music. There is million shredders over the world, but i haven't found this sound feel on their works, you bring this things to beat them
Nature and Nick with guitar is a sweet combo
The Village. Nick you're a great guitarist and musician.
Love, love, love this album. Did I say that I like this album! 😂
amazing guitar and skill
Bloody brilliant bravo Sir!
All this album it is a great masterpiece but this song can make me laugh&cry at the same time. Love your concept about the music Nick! ❤❤❤
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!
"Local guitar player discovers Black Metal band lost in woods for years during photo shoot"
Nice, warm and crunchy tone. 👌
My God, if I could one day express such feelings that free !
The one and only Mr Nick Johnston
Once again Nick you have profoundly illustrated that you are more than just a guitarist! You are in fact a very creative artist - one who happens to be a musician who uses the guitar so very well as part of a wonderfully rich and varied palette of colours, techniques and skills as you plumb the depths of your creativity!
Whew - I'm out of breath - I'd better go lay down.
Beautiful!
I love how spooky the album sounds. Amazing songwriting
Great song perfect congratulations Nick
That first bending is soo awesome
Very nice music👽👽👽👽👽
FINALLY. I'm commenting, as I watch this beautiful playthrough and enjoying those subtle harmomic changes ❤️
real cool video what a cool song too
1:44 mfw I saw a humbucker in a Nick Johnston guitar
mfw when i see the Nick Johnston Schecter USA with the wenge neck
You had no reaction to it the first 15 seconds when it was onscreen nonstop?
@@WeTubule man this comment really went over your head.
I have owned a really nice custom shop strat for many years, just bought the US made Schecter NJ nitrose finish model and let me tell ya, it SMOKES the custom shop. NOT EVEN CLOSE!
This particular one is his diamond series signature model made in Indonesia I think....!
Just great !
I loved your music.
Случайно в ютубе нашёл Ваш канал. Музыка прекрасная. Атмосфера, вызывает эмоции и воспоминания. Приятный саунд, интересная аранжировка, хорошо что барабаны не перегружен сбивками и фишками, не отвлекают внимания на себя. Видео я не понял, но может просто ещё не прожил такого момента. Спасибо за творчество. Здоровья, семейного счастья и творческих успехов.
Love it. Best player out there today and the most fun to listen to.
Et hop, encore un chef d'oeuvre . merci Nick !
Wooow! amazing!
I love you dude .
Fav musician so far.
The best .
these is always a story to tell in your piece of music... you have a talent but you have never ever over played. ❤❤❤
beautiful❤💙❤
Wonderful job Nick. Really Enjoyed
Amazing instrumental music.. support from nort borneo.
Beautiful
Thanks nick for such wonderful music you share with us.
I heard this song for the first time 3 days ago. It's amazing. I hear it in my head all of time.
2:53 genuinely unsettled me. Great song, great video!
Like 3062!!! I don't love the winter.. But this video is really cool!!!😎💣💣💣🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸⚡⚡⚡⚡
This is awesome, thank you! One of my fav modern guitarists.
Thank you for providing!!!
Wow...awesome.
this is awesome !! thank you !!
Beautiful video!
I l really like the Pink Floyd-Eric Clapton vibe mixed up with Modern composition as well with fusion-esque licks/passages...
Don't get me wrong but this is what I feel when i listen to your music. Even from the titles of the songs.
Excellent music,taste and playing! Bravo!
What a tremendous song and video!!! All of your songs go way over yonder the typical shred stuff. My favorite guitar player and composer by far. Thanks Nick! 👏👏👏
What musical research have you done, pure freshness in the ears
Nice to having you here in Canada!
Remember nick, you are a guitar god. You are the musician of this century
If he's a God, the least you could do is capitalize the first letter in his name...I personally think we should just call him "He who is"
Beautiful... a masterpiece!
Great...
I don't know, no words can do it justice...
And the clip, memorable.
Applause!
Hermosa... una obra maestra!
Genial...
No lo sé, no hay palabras que puedan hacerle justicia...
Y el clip, memorable.
Aplausos!
I believe in magic because of Nick's music
That build up, and the notes at 5:31 at the start of the solo were amazing. No crazy bending or pinch harmonics, just an amazingly blended melody
Incredible
Beautiful!! 😍
Nick Johnston is the Marty Friedman of this generation.
What? Marty friedman he will never be...
Marty Friedman.. the symphony if destruction power chords guy?? Wtf
@@joshmuz9018 I feel bad for you for not knowing Friedman's legendary work before and even after Megadeth.
@@mido3ontheway interesting as this was a fair while ago. I have since listened to cacophony with Becker and Friedman and also heard solos such as tornado of souls and many other great pieces from Friedman. And you are right. My comment was ignorant and totally wrong but I also had no idea and now I do
@@joshmuz9018
It's rather rare when people online dare to admit that they were wrong and are open to new opinions.
Thank you for being a decent human, Josh!
Marty's sense of melody and emotion is truly magnificent. I can recommend stuff by him if you would like me to.
You can hear the influence Marty has on Nick and many other modern guitar heroes.
Wishing you a wonderful day/night.
You are a genius, Nick!
great song!!!nice job!!!
Amazing... Magic... Dark... Full feeling... Ambiental... Awesome
large, and prentencius
Nick we want more videos from you. And this was awesome as usual. Your sound is changing by the way and to me it's better and deeper than before!
Awesome 👍👍
Amazing!!
Our boi is at it again! Superb as always!
Master piece
Awesome song & video 👍
Yikes! Cardinal Fang and the Spanish Inquisition!. CONFESS!!! Great song and work from Nick and Co.
mindblowingly awesome. Nick you are an inspiration, man. thank you for your music 🙏
This is one of my favourites
hahahahaha You almost laugh! But the video and song are so damn good! I just can't stop listen...