Synyster Gates is legit the most incredible person I’ve ever heard of. The fact him and his father made a completely free online school just because they want more musicians out there is beyond respectful. I love Syn, he’s such a great person.
I respect so much Syn and Avenged, and I believe both are so underrated at some point. I mean, they are famous, I know, but they don't get the deserved credit for all the awesome music they make.
Me too, man. Me too... At least a rerelease of the original so I can own it. Jeeze that's good stuff. The fact that it sounds like ass(production-wise, duh) and still manages to be one of my favorite albums says it all. Mezmer and Pixel & Nasal are my favorites.
@NoiseFeedMusic I dont like associating with emo, punk, etc. I like metal. But I discovered A7x before I saw their previous image. but honestly labels were pushing that image heavy in the early 2000s, and new bands getting signed onto labels are gonna listen so they can make money. trivium and avenged sevenfold both had that emo lookin era. they grew out of it, and now we got things like The Stage. When listening to their interviews they are just like us, or me at least. we love our traditional heavy metal, we grew up on thrash metal, maiden, metallica, megadeth etc. they arent screamo kids
Sitting here with Avenged Sevenfold Guitarist: Christopher Walken, to ask him about his current projects. Not being a hater, Syn talks a good game but his rock playing is average shred material. I'll give him points for the gypsy jazz stuff. And actually he looks like a cross between a young Christopher Walken and James Spader.
@@mightymouse742 music no competition man. And If you judge guitarist just by his skills, how does it relate to music then? Isn't the melodies what it is all about? He makes super riffs. And he's great guitarist btw.
@@michaldvorak1403: No competition, you're right. Just an observation. As to not hurt people's feelings, which is the norm these days, let me rephrase what I said. He's not my cup of tea and I personally don't think he's a great guitar player. Good guitar player, yes, great, no. But other people feel differently. He's doing what he enjoys for a living, that's all that matters.
Sam Alvey Brooks wackermans brother also played for frank zappa, also the Rev studied the crap out of zappa and Terry bozzio. The whole band is heavily influenced by him
Gypsy jazz is awesome. I remember when I first started playing some of the Django Reinhardt pieces and all I could think was: _"how the hell did this guy play this stuff? With only 3 fingers?!!"_ Seriously, those are super-challenging pieces. They are no joke.
Wow! so glad i checked my emails and caught the last few minutes of this! my absolute favorite modern guitarist hanging out with the Beato! made my day seeing two amazing musicians hanging out together and sharing it. love hearing your influences and who's music inspires you to play. his story with his dad and country picking is great. i've got a similar experience (but no dad). i was at a little guitar store in small town North Carolina (outside my Marine Base), and i was ripping through Death's Crystal Mountain when this old guy came up with an acoustic and thought what i was playing was really cool. must have been 75 years old. so he sits down and asks me to show him the riff. (and i'm a pretty arrogant, young Marine Megadeth head at the time) i'm like there is no way this old guy's gonna be able to play this on that acoustic. so i show him the riff, and he shreds through this wild bluegrass version of the riff that completely blows my mind, is about twice as many notes, and was completely incomprehensible to me how he did it! it was insane. he definitely did that on purpose! it was probably the classiest thing that happened to me at a guitar store.
I have been waiting and hoping that Gipsy Jazz might be featured on here. Thank you Synyster Gates for forging the path on this great channel. I am hoping that Rick might pick up on this, and with so many great contemporary players to chose from; Bireli Lagrene, Angelo Debarre, Seb Giniaux, Adrien Moignard, Rocky Griset, Rosenberg family. No shortage of fine players, and I have only mentioned a few.
Every time someone big mentions bungle, my day is made. They need all the exposure they can get. The fact that my favorite guitarist loves them completes my life.
STST is amazing, however in my opinion, it's not their best for 2 major points. 1. No Synny Synny me No likey likey lol and 2. Waking the Fallen is like a better longer version of STST with better qaulity AND Synyster Gates Genesis album was WTF.
This is amazing, thanks Rick for interview the lead guitarist of my favorite band ever!!! I knew the jazz influence of Syn but, is interesting know names, and is great the Mr. Bugle stuff, I like too is insane!!!
as a guitar player, this guy is only one since DIMEBAG who is truly blessed, COOL GUY. I DON'T THINK DIMEBAG WILL EVER BE REPLACED, HE WAS LOVED AND RESPECTED BY HIS FRIENDS AND PEERS AND FAN'S, AND THE TALENT AND PERSONNA!!!!!!! A7X!!!
The band has said that they listen to a lot of different genres and this often makes its way into their music. It'll probably continue to happen as long as they find inspiration in it
+Rick Beato I’d call Elfman a Symphonic Punk as for genres - I always loved Oingo Boingo and the clash of new wave, punk, big band mashing brass sections with multi vocals and rock all combined. Great stuff translated to film.
Well, this was certainly a treat! The first thought I had when this video popped up was, "OMG awesome! But 22 minutes will never be enough. I hope the next video is much longer. I could do with say 2 hours...minimum.
just checked out some gypsy jazz clips. great stuff. that "pump" rhythm reminded me of some Tom Waits stuff. Tom has a whimsical bent to his tunes and what I've heard from Elfman and Patton have the same thing. real cool, too, is Mr. Gates mentoring kids. that and keeping the old stuff alive, current, and vital. BTW, when I heard "Hail" I ran out and bought the album. super heavy but kind of understated, I thought- really makes the crescendos jump out. nice mix, great work. kudos. Ü ♥ ♫
Squeeze me Macaroni, Slap your Face with my Bologna......genius , hilarious lyrics.....Girls of Porn and Squeeze me are damn near comedy.....just awesome!
Rick, may I suggest you to see a finger style guitarist named ALIP BA TA. He has youtube channel named also Alip_Ba_Ta. He made some cover including Avenged Sevenfold : Bured Alive and Dear God. This guy is phenomenal guitar player. I'm sure you will agree with me if you see some of his Cover. All the best Rick
Rick - have you done an episode on Vulfpeck? If you're not familiar with them, check of the video for their song "Dean Town." It restored my faith in indie rock music.
Man this is so weird, before this came out I was listening to Pinkly Smooth and kept saying to myself "I wonder if they'll ever remaster this album" and then this happens. I hope this comes out.
dude, what?? Bakersfield? Syn and The Rev used to visit my home town to (record) Pinkly Smooth music?? nahhh and I was none the wiser, what a shame.. Still, that's pretty fucking awesome
Avenged Sevenfold killer version of "Wish you were here", the band caught my attention when I first heard it., much the same way The Claypool Lennon Delirium covered some old Pink floyd and King Crimson. All great stuff MY only criticism is that Avenged Sevenfold is all over place, too eclectic, but most of us would love that
The eclecticism is what keeps them fresh. Also they can show different sides of each member's influences. They have punk, core, metal, Jazz, and etc. Influences and each album allows them to show that more.
Hi Rick. You should make analysis about Silverchair's Diorama / Young Modern Station album. I'm frustrated coz no one talk about it. It's so underrated. If you like Radiohead's Kid A or Ok Computer, you definitely will like Silverchair's album i've mentioned. Daniel Johns is genius musician. Hope you read my comment.
If Rick is not Syns dad, damn he missed a good opportunity., He's gotta be an uncle or something. The eyes, the shape of the face and features, they're identical
What a nice guy. I mean Rick is pretty well known. But probably not as much as Syn. Especially the youngins. But that's so cool he'd do this. So humble so nice and genuine
while there is no secrets there are certain riffs that are easier (or even stuff u know every note too, stuff youve heard a million times in highschool or whatever) but help you develop those shred techniques. when i first started thunderstruck really helped for my hammer/pulloffs . and now hail to the king is really helping me with those but also adding moving your hand a bit. and also zack wylde solos are great beginner shredder techniques. also i do minor and pentatonic scales every day . no i dea what notes but thyere getting me faster up and down
I checked his school out when it was first launched and his first economy picking video is now my warmup exercise everytime I play. I went through every video and took it all in with a grain of salt, wonderfully helpful.
Today, I ordered your boo, and it is amazing! :D Awesome Channel and content. Knew about you for a long time, but recently started binge watching all of your videos. Keep it up! Greets from Belgium
Synyster Gates is legit the most incredible person I’ve ever heard of. The fact him and his father made a completely free online school just because they want more musicians out there is beyond respectful. I love Syn, he’s such a great person.
what incredible souls.
not free anymore but yes still great value for money
@Eduardo Ignacio Robles Sosa link please
I didnt know that what is it called? Link?
@@jacobmiller3427 Just look up Synyster’s Gate’s School, most of the lessons are done by Synyster’s dad, at least early on antway
Wow, I didn't see that coming. This dude is a legend.
I respect so much Syn and Avenged, and I believe both are so underrated at some point. I mean, they are famous, I know, but they don't get the deserved credit for all the awesome music they make.
I can't get over how articulate Synyster is. So well-spoken and so well-versed in music history.
I want that remastered Pinkly Smooth album so, so bad.
snowblindburd me too
That would be amazing, fucking love that record.
Me too, man. Me too... At least a rerelease of the original so I can own it. Jeeze that's good stuff. The fact that it sounds like ass(production-wise, duh) and still manages to be one of my favorite albums says it all. Mezmer and Pixel & Nasal are my favorites.
I want to hear it remastered too! Gotta hear some McFly!
It's like a love letter to Mr Bungle. Very fun little album.
The Synyster Gates School is actually really helpful(as you would expect).
Synyster Is so underrated here in Italy due to the "emo" thing around the Avenged Sevenfold, such a pity
Music Pills yea it’s unfortunate. They haven’t been anything close to emo since like 2005. Metal community is a strange community in certain aspects
Music Pills A7X's been getting quite a lot of hate in US due to the "emo" thing too. That said, any popular band will get certain amount of hate.
@NoiseFeedMusic I dont like associating with emo, punk, etc. I like metal. But I discovered A7x before I saw their previous image. but honestly labels were pushing that image heavy in the early 2000s, and new bands getting signed onto labels are gonna listen so they can make money. trivium and avenged sevenfold both had that emo lookin era. they grew out of it, and now we got things like The Stage. When listening to their interviews they are just like us, or me at least. we love our traditional heavy metal, we grew up on thrash metal, maiden, metallica, megadeth etc. they arent screamo kids
LOL Every mid 2000's band dress emo regardless of what music they play
Melodica ha, that's just not true
Rick Beato and Synyster Gates on the same screen...i can die happy now
john peters they’ve been before, watch their previous interview. Much longer too
Somehow makes me feel good, that Synyster Gates mentioned John Petrucci :')
I'm not surprised he listed Petrucci. I've always noticed strong Petrucci influence in Gates' playing.
@@andrewaustin8135 Further more, I read somewehere that He' s influenced by Petrucci :) But heard him say it, somehow nice :)
Same here
Sitting in Flagstaff AZ right now wondering where the underground Costa Mesa recording studio is.
I think that was a joke and they are actually in California. Not really sure though.
@@kreykelly hmmm
Sitting here with Avenged Sevenfold Guitarist: Christopher Walken, to ask him about his current projects.
Not being a hater, Syn talks a good game but his rock playing is average shred material. I'll give him points for the gypsy jazz stuff.
And actually he looks like a cross between a young Christopher Walken and James Spader.
@@mightymouse742 music no competition man. And If you judge guitarist just by his skills,
how does it relate to music then? Isn't the melodies what it is all about? He makes super riffs. And he's great guitarist btw.
@@michaldvorak1403: No competition, you're right. Just an observation. As to not hurt people's feelings, which is the norm these days, let me rephrase what I said. He's not my cup of tea and I personally don't think he's a great guitar player. Good guitar player, yes, great, no. But other people feel differently.
He's doing what he enjoys for a living, that's all that matters.
His dad must have been AMAZING to have played with Zappa.
Sam Alvey Brooks wackermans brother also played for frank zappa, also the Rev studied the crap out of zappa and Terry bozzio. The whole band is heavily influenced by him
That too at 17.
@@matthewmayuiers that's beautiful. Frank is probably my greatest influence and I've always loved what A7X does.
His dad is now the "Guitar Guy" who opens for Jeff Dunham (ventriloquist/comedian) and plays with Jeff on stage.
@@mikedrop4421 then I know EXACTLY who he is lol and thank you... makes sense now.
4:21 explains now why Avenged covered Retrovertigo in 2017 :) lol
Gypsy jazz is awesome. I remember when I first started playing some of the Django Reinhardt pieces and all I could think was: _"how the hell did this guy play this stuff? With only 3 fingers?!!"_
Seriously, those are super-challenging pieces. They are no joke.
2 fingers for fretting, 3 if you include the thumb...
synyster gates seems like the most chillback dude ever
4:58 Never before have I heard the term "martial arts" referring to a style of music lmao
Wow! so glad i checked my emails and caught the last few minutes of this! my absolute favorite modern guitarist hanging out with the Beato! made my day seeing two amazing musicians hanging out together and sharing it. love hearing your influences and who's music inspires you to play.
his story with his dad and country picking is great. i've got a similar experience (but no dad). i was at a little guitar store in small town North Carolina (outside my Marine Base), and i was ripping through Death's Crystal Mountain when this old guy came up with an acoustic and thought what i was playing was really cool. must have been 75 years old. so he sits down and asks me to show him the riff. (and i'm a pretty arrogant, young Marine Megadeth head at the time) i'm like there is no way this old guy's gonna be able to play this on that acoustic. so i show him the riff, and he shreds through this wild bluegrass version of the riff that completely blows my mind, is about twice as many notes, and was completely incomprehensible to me how he did it! it was insane. he definitely did that on purpose! it was probably the classiest thing that happened to me at a guitar store.
3:44 he put his guitar down or 4-5 years because of the chicas 😂
I feel like the best way to describe the sound of Danny Elfman/Oingo Boingo and Mr. Bungle is "pleasantly uncomfortable". Lol.
Weirdo music meets polyrhythms and complexity
feels like you get violated, but also enjoy it 😂
Olly Rogers It’s like “I’m kind of creeped out, but that’s okay.” 😂
@@tylerbrittan593 yep, tbh i fckn love mr bungle, theyre in my top 10 bands
Olly Rogers Right on. I gotta listen to some more of them. I love Oingo Boingo though!
I have been waiting and hoping that Gipsy Jazz might be featured on here. Thank you Synyster Gates for forging the path on this great channel. I am hoping that Rick might pick up on this, and with so many great contemporary players to chose from; Bireli Lagrene, Angelo Debarre, Seb Giniaux, Adrien Moignard, Rocky Griset, Rosenberg family. No shortage of fine players, and I have only mentioned a few.
Syn's passion for guitar was just oozing out of every orifice. Awesome!
Ew
Every time someone big mentions bungle, my day is made. They need all the exposure they can get. The fact that my favorite guitarist loves them completes my life.
Never really liked A7X (don't dislike them either, though), but he seems like a really cool and knowledgeable dude. Really glad I watched this
Check out A Little Piece of Heaven, it's a masterpiece. I still only like that song from them though :P
What an awesome young man and soon-to-be-crowned guitar legend. Incredible.
Soon to be?
He was crowned like a decade ago, in our hearts
Interesting, One of gates favorite albums is mr bungles debut album.. One of mine is Avenged sevenfolds debut album (Sounding The Seventh Trumpet
feargm yeah i know, feel like i am one of the only ones who love that album..
STST is their best album!! 🤘🏼🤘🏼
The Toecutter heeeell yes it is! Either stst or waking the fallen is their best album Imo
only album of theirs i haven’t really gotten into. have to try again.
STST is amazing, however in my opinion, it's not their best for 2 major points. 1. No Synny Synny me No likey likey lol and 2. Waking the Fallen is like a better longer version of STST with better qaulity AND Synyster Gates Genesis album was WTF.
Great episode. Mr Gates you have more of my respect and gratitude for giving more than just good music.
Syn @ 8:20~ speaking about his parental nurturing and inspiration. ❤ an aware secure man. Such a blessing!!!
I love Syn’s playing and I gotta say... he looks way more handsome with the long hair!!! 💜🖤💗
This is amazing, thanks Rick for interview the lead guitarist of my favorite band ever!!!
I knew the jazz influence of Syn but, is interesting know names, and is great the Mr. Bugle stuff, I like too is insane!!!
father and son?
U need to interview mike patton asap, talk about recording, vocals, and his range please
From one son of a musician named Gates, to another....hello
HIs dad is Brian Haner, (Synysters real name is Brian Haner Jr. actually)
as a guitar player, this guy is only one since DIMEBAG who is truly blessed, COOL GUY. I DON'T THINK DIMEBAG WILL EVER BE REPLACED, HE WAS LOVED AND RESPECTED BY HIS FRIENDS AND PEERS AND FAN'S, AND THE TALENT AND PERSONNA!!!!!!! A7X!!!
The hail to the king riff was the frist thing I learned on guitar still been playin for 3 years
I could listen to these two for hours!! Syn is actually the one who got me into Ricks channel a couple years ago!!
Jesus Loves You
Who else was inspired to play guitar by Syn?
I LOVE Danny Elfman and I describe his music as "whimsical" and that's why I love it so much.
Oingo boingo what makes this song great?
Only a Lad
I always enjoyed the folk, jazz and country vibes in a7x. Who inspired those genre shifts and can we expect any more?
Maybe he listens to Ayreon in his spare time? :P
The band has said that they listen to a lot of different genres and this often makes its way into their music. It'll probably continue to happen as long as they find inspiration in it
The love that Mr Bungle is getting is awesome :)
Yeah, yeah, yeahhhhh
+Rick Beato I’d call Elfman a Symphonic Punk as for genres - I always loved Oingo Boingo and the clash of new wave, punk, big band mashing brass sections with multi vocals and rock all combined. Great stuff translated to film.
How bout "Whimsical Horror" to describe Mr. Bungle and Danny Elfman's music?
Well, this was certainly a treat! The first thought I had when this video popped up was, "OMG awesome! But 22 minutes will never be enough. I hope the next video is much longer. I could do with say 2 hours...minimum.
just checked out some gypsy jazz clips. great stuff. that "pump" rhythm reminded me of some Tom Waits stuff. Tom has a whimsical bent to his tunes and what I've heard from Elfman and Patton have the same thing. real cool, too, is Mr. Gates mentoring kids. that and keeping the old stuff alive, current, and vital. BTW, when I heard "Hail" I ran out and bought the album. super heavy but kind of understated, I thought- really makes the crescendos jump out. nice mix, great work. kudos. Ü ♥ ♫
Squeeze me Macaroni, Slap your Face with my Bologna......genius , hilarious lyrics.....Girls of Porn and Squeeze me are damn near comedy.....just awesome!
But the real name of "Bologna" is "Mortadella" ahahah
Those eureka moments are so fuck up i feel them as a miracle i almost feel like.the first man who discover fire
OMG I FUCKING LOVE SYN!!!!! how did you get to meet him?? that's amazing
Rick, may I suggest you to see a finger style guitarist named ALIP BA TA. He has youtube channel named also Alip_Ba_Ta. He made some cover including Avenged Sevenfold : Bured Alive and Dear God. This guy is phenomenal guitar player. I'm sure you will agree with me if you see some of his Cover. All the best Rick
Mike Paton is the fucking man
Listen up kiddies - Mr. Bungle - their influence is fucking EVERYWHERE.
FYI Rick, we can't really hear the questions.
Rick can you please do a what makes this song great on flash delirium by mgmt. Please. It would be so good. Or alien days.
Flash Delirium is awesome! Definitely their best song for me.
This should have been atleast 2hrs.
Do you prefer studio Beatles or liveband Beatles? And what do you think of tribute band like The Analogues? Sorry for the amount of questions btw
"my late great best friend"
Rick - have you done an episode on Vulfpeck? If you're not familiar with them, check of the video for their song "Dean Town." It restored my faith in indie rock music.
Rick, I dunno if you're going to read this, but tell Synister and do yoruself a gift and hear some Oscar Aleman...incredible guitar player
How I JUST found out about this video is beyond me..🤦🏾 Rick and Gates..my two best friends..without..actually..👀..being..👀..my..👀..Best..👀..Friends..👀
Man this is so weird, before this came out I was listening to Pinkly Smooth and kept saying to myself "I wonder if they'll ever remaster this album" and then this happens. I hope this comes out.
Damn i just realise syn and rick are look alike 😂
What a joy to see this! Two of my favorite humans, right down the street from where I live. Brilliant!
2:03 Awesome hearing that, I can’t alternate pick well at all and just economy pick.
Something about that kid reminds me of Stevie Ray Vaughan. Super chill demeanor just like Stevie and loves music and guitars.
Hi Rick - Thx for the interview! Can you either mic the off camera person or repeat the question in these situations in the future?
Alip ba ta chanel reaction please
Mr. Bungle...
dude, what?? Bakersfield? Syn and The Rev used to visit my home town to (record) Pinkly Smooth music?? nahhh and I was none the wiser, what a shame.. Still, that's pretty fucking awesome
You forgot the link.
Man if only i could have a weeks worth of tutoring from syn..
"I'll put a link in the description..."
(No link)
Danny Elfman or Oingo boings is power pop or power punk. Lot of movie scores
Thought it was funny how Rick never added Syn’s website in the description lol
That was so awesome...thanks, Rick and Syn!!!! 💗💗💗
Hey Syn! What are you practicing these days? Do you play any jazz like your dad? What musical projects are you working on?
You can deffinently see papa Gates in syn when you see him smile. I love it
Hi! Missed this live! Watching after school run with a coffee
Very cool interview happy to hear about mr bungle as a influence
He looks like a heavier version of Loki 😅😅
KD Lang
MR. BUNGLE!
Hearing this after listening to Life Is But A Dream… I can definitely tell the Mr Bungle influences
Ini kok di sangkut pautkan ke alip ba ta ya
Syn's dad is Jeff Dunham's "guitar guy" lol
Face similarities... & both Great Guitar Players,, it's like watching the tv series "Me, My self & I" :)
Wait .. is he ur uncle?.. an second free online guitar school... ? Tell me more... Tell me more .😜
Please react cover (Alip_Ba_Ta - Buried Alive/ Dear god)
MR BUNNNNNGLE
Avenged Sevenfold killer version of "Wish you were here", the band caught my attention when I first heard it., much the same way The Claypool Lennon Delirium covered some old Pink floyd and King Crimson. All great stuff
MY only criticism is that Avenged Sevenfold is all over place, too eclectic, but most of us would love that
William Davidson yeah man they change with each album they release
The eclecticism is what keeps them fresh. Also they can show different sides of each member's influences. They have punk, core, metal, Jazz, and etc. Influences and each album allows them to show that more.
Hi Rick. You should make analysis about Silverchair's Diorama / Young Modern Station album. I'm frustrated coz no one talk about it. It's so underrated. If you like Radiohead's Kid A or Ok Computer, you definitely will like Silverchair's album i've mentioned. Daniel Johns is genius musician. Hope you read my comment.
Agree with him on Mr Bungle completely!
If Rick is not Syns dad, damn he missed a good opportunity., He's gotta be an uncle or something. The eyes, the shape of the face and features, they're identical
Oh snap!
What a nice guy. I mean Rick is pretty well known. But probably not as much as Syn. Especially the youngins. But that's so cool he'd do this. So humble so nice and genuine
while there is no secrets there are certain riffs that are easier (or even stuff u know every note too, stuff youve heard a million times in highschool or whatever) but help you develop those shred techniques. when i first started thunderstruck really helped for my hammer/pulloffs . and now hail to the king is really helping me with those but also adding moving your hand a bit. and also zack wylde solos are great beginner shredder techniques. also i do minor and pentatonic scales every day . no i dea what notes but thyere getting me faster up and down
I checked his school out when it was first launched and his first economy picking video is now my warmup exercise everytime I play. I went through every video and took it all in with a grain of salt, wonderfully helpful.
Avenged Sevenfold is the reason why I found Mr Bungle/FNM (I’m 24, so I’m young) thank you A7x for that.
2 handsome 😍
Today, I ordered your boo, and it is amazing! :D Awesome Channel and content. Knew about you for a long time, but recently started binge watching all of your videos. Keep it up! Greets from Belgium
Another great interview Rick! Thanks
Pinkly Smooth!!! RIP REV!
Rick and syn they look alike both great musician,cute and .......