beyond on point man. ive Been shredding for 21 years and producing for 12. As a professional myself this is some fucking world class song writing and producing. and playing of course.
Andy, Seriously man, I just found this the other day and can't stop listening. At least 4 times a day. The melodic shifts, and the way the main track moves, and shifts while you are blazing over top of it, it is EVERYTHING i love in music, and everything I love when I FEEL the music I listen to. It makes me moves, and it inspires me. I have been working in trying to play some of this, as it feels phenomenal. I am not a super shredder like you, but this song makes me want to practice even harder to get there to nail a lot of this. You are amazing bro, and an inspiration!
Talodz I just sit n tweak n try stuff until I’m happy n it seems to flow ok I guess. I have a definite style of doing things at the moment n I guess I’m just riding that wave until I get bored or it doesn’t inspire me, then I guess I’ll try something else. It’s difficult to try and keep things interesting and maintain a sound. Deffo takes work and I don’t always get it right, but the more you do it the more consistently acceptable it becomes
@@floevo Well man, that's interesting. Your phrasing and lines are just killer. You're the best at what you do. Congratulations with your new sig guitar. Thanks for taking time to share your writing process. Much love from the Philippines.
@@floevo I'm glad you mentioned riding this style out - it can get quite boring from a listeners perspective. Know what you're capable of, I would love to see something stylistically/technically different from you :) Cheers
Man i just finished learning “after midnight” and then you hit me with “stay” and I’m barely learning the first part and along comes this masterpiece, you inspire me, you push me further, you get me all emo, such powerfull music.
My grandmother passed away this week, and I have been playing this song in her memory... The title of the song seems appropiate too considering she helped raised me... Thank you Andy for this beautiful and powerful instrumental.
I’ve been a guitar player for 30+ years and after the 80’s and 90’s melodic metal scene faded from the front lines and most older guitarists fizzle out or loose their magic, I lost interest with new modern day musicians because they don’t inspire me. Then one day I discovered Andy on u-tube. I was blown away and I am newly inspired and fascinated by his melodic passages and phrasing. He’s become my new ax-man favorite. I even bought his Dunlop Flow picks and I love them! I’m so thankful for u-tube and all those you post these videos!!
Dude is fucking murdering it. Intro, bridge pre solo solo and the resolve at the end is fucking flawless. I’ll put this dude up against anyone dead or alive.
The best guitar player at the moment. Combining high level technique, melody and heaviness! Keep the great work AJ , keep yourself humble ! we love your work
Andy is truly one with his instrument. I've never seen a musician meld so perfectly with guitar. He was absolutely born for this and he kills it every time. He doesn't even seem bothered by the technicality of what he's playing, it's just natural, and you can tell.
I'm listening to this song now, man, sensational melody, I can't get enough of it, I don't remember another melody as beautiful as this one in recent years, congratulations and thank you for sharing your work, I feel gifted to hear.
Once again And shows how deep his playing is. So much emotion combined with his technical virtuosity makes such an incredible song. Thanks once again Andy
I just heard this on the Arrival Leftovers album, and just had to come say thank you to Andy James. This song gave me a huge inspiration for a scene in the novel I'm writing. I had been stuck for a couple of weeks not getting anywhere writing wise, but this song suddenly had the scene unfolding in my head as I listened to it. Whenever I go back to read that scene, I'll forever hear this song in my head. I don't know if you read the comments, but I just wanted to sincerely thank you for cracking my writers block, and getting my creative juices flowing again. Many most humble thanks.
I have to admit... I've lost count of how many times I've rewatched that insane 24th fret bend at 3:34... then the left hand flurry of flawless notes at 3:35 ... only to go back to the melodic goodness to finish.... damn my man.... what an inspiration to us all! thank you Andy! 🤘🤘🤘
It's times like this that I'm so blown away by what I see someone do on the guitar that it makes me pick it back up and I start practicing again. Absolutely incredible.
I was searching for Tony Macalpine and this brilliant guitarist came up as a recommendation. I spilled my coffe when you started soloing at 2:22. A fantastic song in every way. Thank you!
I think I've watched this 500+ times since this video came out. That solo is just wicked. This and the Petrucci demo... I think are my two favorite solos of all time.
I wish I was as good as andy. The style, the perfectly timed slides and well placed bends really define his heavy but passionate style of playing. Then the major to minor scale changes with heavier distortion really stopped this banger off! Andy, by any chance you ever see this or read it, you are an inspiration inspiration ok me and I'm glad I found out about you a couple of years ago.
Your music has been a source of mental health freedom in this pandemic. With all the doom and gloom, turning your channel up to 11, gives two fingers to everything. Cheers.
you are amazing Andy. You are one of the best guitar players today. Without a doubt my favourite. I met you through a lick library video several years ago and I've been following your work ever since. greetings from Argentina
I think ever since you released your Exodus, I have never felt as calm, focused, powerfull and motivated in everything I do in life. Your music saved me from depression and loneliness.- I can´t wait to hear what you´ll creat next , Keep on rockin Andy , the man from about really blessed you with your creativeness!
The complete theme seems to me an excellent work, but the parts of the minute: 1:59 to 2:25 and 3:41 until it ends make my soul rise very high. It's exciting for me, I've listened to this song many times and it still causes me the same thing. It had been years since I had heard an instrumental that conveyed such good emotions to me. Thank you very much for composing
I agree with you. I just realized why I am such a fan as well. My favorite guitarist (back in the 70's-80's) with UFO and the Scorpion's, Michael Schenker, never missed a note. Fast or slow each note was played as if it was just as important as any other. So does Andy James.
You're the best , Guitare has a really SOUL, i'm from north africa (Algeria) and i 'like Rock and Guitar so much , that i really go into another world , when i listen to you , MR JAMES
It is an expression of excellence we should all aspire to in whatever we are doing. Andy thank you for that gift. May the world be better because of this masterpiece.
Man!! I’m a new fan. I never listen to him before. Thought he was just a shredder with no purpose. Andy James is very melodic and knows when to shred. New fan, brother new fan.
Idk the first thing about guitars but been wanting to learn all my life. I dont remember how I came across this video but glad I did. I have found my sound. This is the style I want to play. Idk what tune this is guess I'll have to show it to guitar guy and say tune it to this lol. I want to learn to play this. Something about this sound gives me chills. Goosebumps and tears to my eyes. More than just low heavy riffs theirs emotion to this, Soul. Beautifully done. And a green guitar my favorite color thats amazing. Ik this is probably more advanced and im far from being able to learn but 1 day I'd like to.
Some people have a special gift and you have one @Andy. Your compositions are quite unique. I mean, the notes you combine, have a thrilling effect altogether. I have been listening your compositions for quite some time and this time, although the song started playing at random at the end of my playlist but I could still guess that this is your composition. I have a great respect for your dedication and passion. You always inspire me a lot.
the emotion and emphasis added in this song is absolutely beautiful, my friend showed me this and I fell in love. this is what I call the definition of musical language. a song that doesn't need words to speak to you.
This may be my favorite all time Andy James song maybe ! After the break when he reallys starts opening up, holyyyy shit !!!! That lick where he ends on the open E, i mean all those licks in that segment might be my fav section of any song that Andy has ever done !! Talk about playing like there is no tomorrow ! Leaving it all on the table ! Taking no prisoners, leaving nothin behind ! If we ever need a guitarist to save all of humanity we choose u
As much as ESP guitars are my favourite brand, I really gotta say Andy looks a lot more at home with Kiesel. These new signatures of his look stunning.
Love the tunes brother. As for the new pickups: The Kiesel neck pickup for the leads and split on the clean are impeccable but I prefer the EMG 57 rhythm tone you had with the arrival tunes. All in all it’s apparent your heart is 100% in the music and that’s what really matters at the end of the day. Keep it up.
I can't believe the overall progression of guitar playing technique AND guitar technology has grown exponentially just in MY Fifty-Five years on Earth. I simply can't comprehend the talent of Andy James. Just amazed, astonished, and insert another 10K exceptional adjectives. wow
I love how it builds. This is my fav AJ song by far. Already 200+ plays and still love it. I think the variety and build-up keep it fresh and interesting to listen to. Did anyone else notice how often Andy changes from economy to double picking? and the odd sweep here and there?
I just discovered this song. I'm loving it. @3:40 is very remiscent of a section of Selenium forest from Plini. I'll be checking out some more of your music.
How does Andy not have more subscribers? I’ve been a massive fan since 2012! At this point in time I believe he’s the best guitar player on the planet!
I’ve watched this video I don’t know how many times. It never gets old and it’s just damn awesome! I guess that’s why it’s called the watcher. You just keep watching it over and over again!Andy I don’t know how you do it but keep on keeping on. Just an amazing piece of music! Absolutely awesome!
Damn, 3 years later and this still hits just as hard. The Batman watching over Gotham, perched between gargoyles several storeys high. The rain lashing down relentlessly, the threat of a storm on the horizon. He watches. He waits. Justice will not sleep tonight.
This man is hands down one of my favorite guitarists and I'm not ashamed to admit it. He always puts melody first.
DJ KO True. Pardon my dumbass wording and dumbass self.
So it saying peps would be ashamed to admit that????
Shame? There’s absolutely no shame in that! This dude is fckn amazing!
100% agreed he’s unreal
Would love to see him go on a G3 tour
The hyper-combo at 3:35 is insane.
Love this track.
Production on point. 🔥
Right? Amazing is all aspects.
Best thing. Musician respect other Musician
I vote for a Andy James and Cole Rolland collab video. Two powerhouses working together
always with andy
beyond on point man. ive Been shredding for 21 years and producing for 12. As a professional myself this is some fucking world class song writing and producing. and playing of course.
Andy, Seriously man, I just found this the other day and can't stop listening. At least 4 times a day. The melodic shifts, and the way the main track moves, and shifts while you are blazing over top of it, it is EVERYTHING i love in music, and everything I love when I FEEL the music I listen to. It makes me moves, and it inspires me. I have been working in trying to play some of this, as it feels phenomenal. I am not a super shredder like you, but this song makes me want to practice even harder to get there to nail a lot of this. You are amazing bro, and an inspiration!
Like seriously man How do you write songs? Every song you released is a beast. Such an inspiration
Talodz I just sit n tweak n try stuff until I’m happy n it seems to flow ok I guess. I have a definite style of doing things at the moment n I guess I’m just riding that wave until I get bored or it doesn’t inspire me, then I guess I’ll try something else. It’s difficult to try and keep things interesting and maintain a sound. Deffo takes work and I don’t always get it right, but the more you do it the more consistently acceptable it becomes
@@floevo Well man, that's interesting. Your phrasing and lines are just killer. You're the best at what you do. Congratulations with your new sig guitar. Thanks for taking time to share your writing process. Much love from the Philippines.
Talodz Und
@FiniteAutomaton damn, i havent played for 30 years...but i have played for 16 years and i couldnt imagine going months without playing.
@@floevo I'm glad you mentioned riding this style out - it can get quite boring from a listeners perspective. Know what you're capable of, I would love to see something stylistically/technically different from you :) Cheers
This is a masterpiece. End of discussion. 🤘
Man i just finished learning “after midnight” and then you hit me with “stay” and I’m barely learning the first part and along comes this masterpiece, you inspire me, you push me further, you get me all emo, such powerfull music.
fantastic
My grandmother passed away this week, and I have been playing this song in her memory... The title of the song seems appropiate too considering she helped raised me... Thank you Andy for this beautiful and powerful instrumental.
I’ve been a guitar player for 30+ years and after the 80’s and 90’s melodic metal scene faded from the front lines and most older guitarists fizzle out or loose their magic, I lost interest with new modern day musicians because they don’t inspire me. Then one day I discovered Andy on u-tube. I was blown away and I am newly inspired and fascinated by his melodic passages and phrasing. He’s become my new ax-man favorite. I even bought his Dunlop Flow picks and I love them! I’m so thankful for u-tube and all those you post these videos!!
Dude is fucking murdering it. Intro, bridge pre solo solo and the resolve at the end is fucking flawless. I’ll put this dude up against anyone dead or alive.
The best guitar player at the moment. Combining high level technique, melody and heaviness! Keep the great work AJ , keep yourself humble ! we love your work
Agree.
Andy is truly one with his instrument. I've never seen a musician meld so perfectly with guitar. He was absolutely born for this and he kills it every time. He doesn't even seem bothered by the technicality of what he's playing, it's just natural, and you can tell.
without a doubt one of my favorite guitarists period.
I'm listening to this song now, man, sensational melody, I can't get enough of it, I don't remember another melody as beautiful as this one in recent years, congratulations and thank you for sharing your work, I feel gifted to hear.
I have watched this everyday for the past four days. It still hasn’t gotten boring.
andy james one of the only guitarists who can pull off a chilled out melody and when need's to can shred the shit out of a tune
Must have listened to this 100 times now 2:00 still gives goosebumps
3:32 that bend tho
Still one of my favorite solos of all time.... amazing!
Once again And shows how deep his playing is. So much emotion combined with his technical virtuosity makes such an incredible song. Thanks once again Andy
I just heard this on the Arrival Leftovers album, and just had to come say thank you to Andy James.
This song gave me a huge inspiration for a scene in the novel I'm writing. I had been stuck for a couple of weeks not getting anywhere writing wise, but this song suddenly had the scene unfolding in my head as I listened to it. Whenever I go back to read that scene, I'll forever hear this song in my head.
I don't know if you read the comments, but I just wanted to sincerely thank you for cracking my writers block, and getting my creative juices flowing again. Many most humble thanks.
That is literally the sickest guitar I've ever seen. So bad ass!
You took this exactly where my mind wanted it to go. Simple and clean
This solo always gives me goosebumps. It’s so good and the way it builds is insane.
I have to admit... I've lost count of how many times I've rewatched that insane 24th fret bend at 3:34... then the left hand flurry of flawless notes at 3:35 ... only to go back to the melodic goodness to finish.... damn my man.... what an inspiration to us all! thank you Andy! 🤘🤘🤘
Fkn tenacious
I'm an accomplished air guitarist,I can't even pretend that fast!!
I'm 58 Andy is the very best.
It's times like this that I'm so blown away by what I see someone do on the guitar that it makes me pick it back up and I start practicing again. Absolutely incredible.
quitter
Thank you for the help dealing with my depression brother.
get help Daniel. The right doctor can save your life
I went to live in the countryside the last 2 months. Im all good. My post is still incredibly relevant though. Thank you for looking out bro.
Andy. Always sounds good
Nice to see him with Kiesel
I was searching for Tony Macalpine and this brilliant guitarist came up as a recommendation. I spilled my coffe when you started soloing at 2:22. A fantastic song in every way. Thank you!
I think I've watched this 500+ times since this video came out. That solo is just wicked. This and the Petrucci demo... I think are my two favorite solos of all time.
I nailed one lick from this track and about broke into tears playing it along with the recording. Amazing music. Great work brother
Andy James you must be in a G3 with Satch and Vai... your music and technique are amazing... Congrats
this song has so much passion and power in it I cannot even describe it
This music is an emotion, it's a nostalgia!
I wish it reaches every heart in the globe ❤❤❤
By far one of my favorite songs and especially solos. Complete masterful full use of guitar range!!
I wish I was as good as andy. The style, the perfectly timed slides and well placed bends really define his heavy but passionate style of playing. Then the major to minor scale changes with heavier distortion really stopped this banger off! Andy, by any chance you ever see this or read it, you are an inspiration inspiration ok me and I'm glad I found out about you a couple of years ago.
I love that song so much it makes me cry when I hear it when Andy James plays that's the most beautiful thing I've ever heard
Your music has been a source of mental health freedom in this pandemic. With all the doom and gloom, turning your channel up to 11, gives two fingers to everything. Cheers.
Sound just amazing , riffs talks more than lyrics and means spirit wonders
Thank you James helping outer passing difficult moments
Absolutely amazing ! Pickups sound incredible!
Jeremy Landphier I prefer the bridge!! 😝
you are amazing Andy. You are one of the best guitar players today. Without a doubt my favourite. I met you through a lick library video several years ago and I've been following your work ever since. greetings from Argentina
this is soooo fucking beautiful dude ! i can't stop hear it ! thx !
Love his sound, style and all those accented guitars, especially this green one
This guy is A W E S O M E, every song a new beast.
I think ever since you released your Exodus, I have never felt as calm, focused, powerfull and motivated in everything I do in life. Your music saved me from depression and loneliness.- I can´t wait to hear what you´ll creat next , Keep on rockin Andy , the man from about really blessed you with your creativeness!
This dude could pull this off on almost any guitar. It's always been about the players.
he can play anything
The complete theme seems to me an excellent work, but the parts of the minute: 1:59 to 2:25 and 3:41 until it ends make my soul rise very high. It's exciting for me, I've listened to this song many times and it still causes me the same thing. It had been years since I had heard an instrumental that conveyed such good emotions to me. Thank you very much for composing
This was brilliant Andy. Been listening to your music for years now man. Never gets old. You’re new style is inspiring. Your music is growing. Love it
this song is amazing! I have no word for this. The feelign Andy puts in his songs. Just incredible!
I do believe andy is one of the best players in the world.truly fuckin amazing.
I agree with you. I just realized why I am such a fan as well. My favorite guitarist (back in the 70's-80's) with UFO and the Scorpion's, Michael Schenker, never missed a note. Fast or slow each note was played as if it was just as important as any other. So does Andy James.
Your always good at it
I would go so far as to say he IS the best in the world right now.
You're the best , Guitare has a really SOUL, i'm from north africa (Algeria) and i 'like Rock and Guitar so much , that i really go into another world , when i listen to you , MR JAMES
Awesome. Congratulations! You're incredible, always mixing high level technique with beautiful feeling.
I'm on my way..
It is an expression of excellence we should all aspire to in whatever we are doing. Andy thank you for that gift. May the world be better because of this masterpiece.
In addition to the brain melting technique, Andy's picking nuances are stunning. You can really hear the changes in picking dynamics. CRAZY cool.
cmonsterz and he knows how to let the song breathe. Notice he will take his hands off the fretboard occasionally.
Man!! I’m a new fan. I never listen to him before. Thought he was just a shredder with no purpose. Andy James is very melodic and knows when to shred. New fan, brother new fan.
He sure come into his own as an amazing songwriter
Beautiful! Always inspired and technically great😎
I listened to this solo 27 times in a row on my way to work one day..... def 1 of my favorites of all time.... fucking amazing
Idk the first thing about guitars but been wanting to learn all my life. I dont remember how I came across this video but glad I did. I have found my sound. This is the style I want to play. Idk what tune this is guess I'll have to show it to guitar guy and say tune it to this lol. I want to learn to play this. Something about this sound gives me chills. Goosebumps and tears to my eyes. More than just low heavy riffs theirs emotion to this, Soul. Beautifully done. And a green guitar my favorite color thats amazing. Ik this is probably more advanced and im far from being able to learn but 1 day I'd like to.
Closest I think I've ever come to hearing perfect note choices for 4 and a half minutes. Stunning
Some people have a special gift and you have one @Andy. Your compositions are quite unique. I mean, the notes you combine, have a thrilling effect altogether.
I have been listening your compositions for quite some time and this time, although the song started playing at random at the end of my playlist but I could still guess that this is your composition.
I have a great respect for your dedication and passion. You always inspire me a lot.
talk abt missing chances lul, wasted every single faith given so yeah
the emotion and emphasis added in this song is absolutely beautiful, my friend showed me this and I fell in love. this is what I call the definition of musical language. a song that doesn't need words to speak to you.
So I just discovered you man, what the hell. Lawd all mighty you got the Soul and the HEAT.
Master of Melody - Thanks for the smiles James. Love it!'
This may be my favorite all time Andy James song maybe ! After the break when he reallys starts opening up, holyyyy shit !!!! That lick where he ends on the open E, i mean all those licks in that segment might be my fav section of any song that Andy has ever done !!
Talk about playing like there is no tomorrow ! Leaving it all on the table ! Taking no prisoners, leaving nothin behind ! If we ever need a guitarist to save all of humanity we choose u
Impeccable note selection... stunning chord progressions... jaw dropping runs... so balanced and beautiful..
The soul in this song surpasses all the others!
As much as ESP guitars are my favourite brand, I really gotta say Andy looks a lot more at home with Kiesel. These new signatures of his look stunning.
RESPECT FOR AWESOME WORK ANDY JAMES....LOVE FROM ROMANIA 🇷🇴
It's a pity not to be able to like it more than once. I never get tired of listening to this song. Congratulations Andy
Amazing, you bring so much soul and feeling to a genre that just "shreds".. The emotion in your music is real brother! Your songs are awesome Andy!
i want the tabs... to see them and cry...
I already had chills from the intro... Then the gritty rhythm and the powerful soloing kicked in. Blown away by the end of the tune 🤘
Simply in love with the tonal versitality. Absolutely love the octave part 4:06
First time today 15/06/2022 that ive heard you. im 65 heard a lot , and seen a lot of good players. you my man are refreshing.
Amazing music. Beautiful guitar too.
So nice I had to post twice. Andy's technique and ability to hit everything clean is over the top. Hes in a league of his own. His talent is amazing
Goosebumps.
and i am in love with his melodies that such as right frequency to my soul. chills me and takes me away from wherever i am to wherever i want to be!
If you want to see and hear evolution in guitar playing and melody, Listen to Andy James. Really sad, nice and melodic song, I got goose bumps.
I have had this tune playing for weeks now!!!
Can't get over that chorus hook!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is absolutely amazing. 💯 👏 🎸 🔥
The more I listen and watch the more I like his style and music. Very melodic.
This is absolutely bonkers mate... cheers.
Its amazing when the expression comes out in the whole notes, and the evolves into shred. I think you're getting better every year Andy
Such a high caliber musician, man...
Absolutely amazing!! The skill level and creativity displayed here is so impressive, I can’t get over how good this is.
Love the tunes brother.
As for the new pickups: The Kiesel neck pickup for the leads and split on the clean are impeccable but I prefer the EMG 57 rhythm tone you had with the arrival tunes.
All in all it’s apparent your heart is 100% in the music and that’s what really matters at the end of the day. Keep it up.
I can't believe the overall progression of guitar playing technique AND guitar technology has grown exponentially just in MY Fifty-Five years on Earth. I simply can't comprehend the talent of Andy James. Just amazed, astonished, and insert another 10K exceptional adjectives.
wow
i like that colour of the perimeter of the guitar :)
Yeah it's pretty cool it's called green btw
Tony have you seen the red one it's badass
@@toddm1195 nope i didnt see it
@@bilobiu look for the song Die a Devil...enjoy🎸🎸
I’m blown away by that. There’s a lot of stand out guitarists in the world but truly you are one of the finest in my opinion. 🤘
beautifulllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll....i love ur tunes mr ANDY..from Bangladesh..
I love how it builds. This is my fav AJ song by far. Already 200+ plays and still love it. I think the variety and build-up keep it fresh and interesting to listen to. Did anyone else notice how often Andy changes from economy to double picking? and the odd sweep here and there?
That guitar is beautiful!!! Wish I could afford one! Great vid ...
I just discovered this song. I'm loving it. @3:40 is very remiscent of a section of Selenium forest from Plini. I'll be checking out some more of your music.
How does Andy not have more subscribers? I’ve been a massive fan since 2012! At this point in time I believe he’s the best guitar player on the planet!
I’ve watched this video I don’t know how many times. It never gets old and it’s just damn awesome! I guess that’s why it’s called the watcher. You just keep watching it over and over again!Andy I don’t know how you do it but keep on keeping on. Just an amazing piece of music! Absolutely awesome!
@Andy James Guitar Academy man i really want a tab of this :) , listened to it so many times!
X2
Total.......TOTAL AWESOMENESS. My word was that REALLY NICE. YES, thank you sir for that wonderful display of virtuosity. WOW!!!
Damn, 3 years later and this still hits just as hard.
The Batman watching over Gotham, perched between gargoyles several storeys high.
The rain lashing down relentlessly, the threat of a storm on the horizon.
He watches. He waits.
Justice will not sleep tonight.
Wow that was cool man...
@@DekkarJr thanks bro.
Stay forever vigilant.
The world needs watchers like us.
@@thegreatape884 wanna get bro’d up dude?
@@thegreatape884 “Regarded”?!? Wtf is that. You may want to edit your post bro. Then have another attempt.
@@thegreatape884 Let’s rock out in the BroZone dude.
Andy James is the best plan and simple
Outstanding. You never cease to amaze us all. You truly are one of the world's best guitarists.