The Matteo Mancuso Interview: The World's Greatest Guitarist?

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  • @jross380
    @jross380 ปีที่แล้ว +3353

    Rick is true pro interviewer. Always let's his guests talk, never interrupts, never directs the interview back to himself, and doesn't compete with his guest. I always enjoy his interviews and always come away feeling I learnt a lot about his guest.

    • @dominicjohn8954
      @dominicjohn8954 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      If I were to interview Matteo I also wouldn't compete with him so I guess that makes me a good interviewer also.

    • @jross380
      @jross380 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@dominicjohn8954 Ah! That depends! Not if you adorned yourself with a guitar even though you didn't play it 🙂

    • @mattflickinger8151
      @mattflickinger8151 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      He knows so much about everything he asks such good questions

    • @scottbranch5603
      @scottbranch5603 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      jross, I think that too is why I enjoy Rick so much as well. You nailed it.

    • @jonieevangelista
      @jonieevangelista ปีที่แล้ว +6

      yup! that is why it's always enjoyable to watch

  • @rognroll2786
    @rognroll2786 ปีที่แล้ว +1344

    This guy’s calm, ease, and intelligence are off the charts…. The future of guitar seems to be in good hands!

    • @wesboundmusic
      @wesboundmusic ปีที่แล้ว +15

      .... literally so, indeed and thank god.

    • @user-jd9fl2zx2u
      @user-jd9fl2zx2u ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Exactly !!! The future of music is safe in the hands of the young !!! Indeed !!
      This kid is fantastic !
      Wonder if Jeff Beck ever heard him before he passed away

    • @JANvanX
      @JANvanX ปีที่แล้ว +13

      MATTEO IS ONE OF THE G O A T S ALREADY!!!

    • @Lanternsinthesky-studios
      @Lanternsinthesky-studios ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amen to that!

    • @Mark_B585
      @Mark_B585 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      We won't know that till quite a few years passed but I remain optimistic.

  • @Quest4us
    @Quest4us ปีที่แล้ว +665

    I'm 71 years old, I've been listening to talented rock and jazz musicians since I was a kid. Today I heard sounds from Matteo's guitar that were from another galaxy, he's such a fabulous innovator. He still seems hungry to expand and take us even higher. Thank you, Rick.

    • @ipojuca22
      @ipojuca22 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      For a classical guitar player, his right hand is actually pretty obvious. As he said himself, he's not really innovating much. But he does have a very clean playing.

    • @lanzicavalli6453
      @lanzicavalli6453 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      ​@@ipojuca22 MM Is a unique innovator. His real innovation is the creation of a new right hand technique used on the ELECTRIC guitar. Is a mix of bass guitar technique with flamenco technique. Infact, actually I dont know no one that play electric guitar with this technique. However, he plays EVERY music genre

    • @poppya54
      @poppya54 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​​@@ipojuca22è innovativo perché è uno dei pochi che utilizza questa tecnica, tralaltro anche con dei gusti molto vari, spaziando attraverso numerosi stili chitarristici.

    • @traümeundmich
      @traümeundmich ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@lanzicavalli6453 so many disrespect with people like paco de lucia or hendrix himself, he is not creating anything, is a virtuoso that is taking to a most mainstream view technics and styles of playing and genres.

    • @Schcarraffone
      @Schcarraffone ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ​@@traümeundmich he iz not germanz enough for you?

  • @rusty9129
    @rusty9129 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +117

    I am amazed at Matteo's English!! His word choice, his thoughtful answers and a general way he conducts an carries himself...absolutely a class A gentleman!

    • @rainscratch
      @rainscratch 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      A very centred and focused, humble guy.

    • @pamelah6431
      @pamelah6431 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      His English is better than that of a huge amount of Americans.

    • @Stephanie-ng9fw
      @Stephanie-ng9fw 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Because he speaks a Latin language, and most of the English clever/academic vocabulary has its roots in Latin. Also, Portuguese and Italian speakers have some lover affair with the words and the language.

  • @Luza07
    @Luza07 ปีที่แล้ว +388

    This is how you do an interview. 90% of the time the guests do the talking. Rick is really ultra focused on listening. A true master indeed. Hats of sir. 🫡

  • @agtronic
    @agtronic ปีที่แล้ว +750

    I've never felt so inspired to sell my guitars and amps. Truly amazing.

    • @Invertedworldx
      @Invertedworldx ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Lol 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
      You mind donating them to me instead lol 😆

    • @ciderhillband
      @ciderhillband ปีที่แล้ว +4

      LOL dude this was so funny

    • @papapetad
      @papapetad ปีที่แล้ว +10

      That's funny ^^ Reading this reminds me of the time many moons ago learning guitar and I had a friend with a genuine Vai JEM beauty of a guitar. He went to get some rest and left me with it and the Vai video tape of Passion and Warfare on. The way I went from ecstatic to disheartened within the span of about a minute as I realized the depth of the void between my skill level and the quality of the other elements in the equation. Life has such a way of dealing out punches at times.

    • @rochford59
      @rochford59 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Cold night tonight!!....might just have a little Bonfire, and just Hum' a few songs😂😂

    • @SlabISO
      @SlabISO ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Or take up bass

  • @marcusmood4310
    @marcusmood4310 ปีที่แล้ว +1230

    Not since Guthrie Govan have I been so completely astonished by a players feel and technique! Truly a once in a lifetime talent.

    • @Raoul684
      @Raoul684 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      So that's twice in a lifetime then.....

    • @mrhyde2250
      @mrhyde2250 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@TheOriginalArchieagreed. Max is incredible.

    • @nonsense2369
      @nonsense2369 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Guthrie is an absolute beast and legend. I bow to him. However, his feel comes across very mechanical sometimes. This man can do what he can do but also adds a very human feel. I mean….obviously so! Using his fingers like that. It’s amazing stuff!!

    • @georgemgeorge2171
      @georgemgeorge2171 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      ​@@nonsense2369his feel doesn't come off as mechanical lol idek what you're on about 😂

    • @nonsense2369
      @nonsense2369 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Hence the word “sometimes”. You may not think so but the speedy licks Guthrie plays sounds robotic to my ear. The same style of speed has a softer attack with this man. I don’t even see how that’s debatable considering his finger technique. I suppose you can never preface an opinion enough for some people.

  • @maccodifavole
    @maccodifavole 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +57

    Matteo is a friend a of mine, and there is this one time where he was in my place and he picked up my telecaster and played some "casual" neo soul for a couple of minutes and still it was the most mind-blowing live performance I ever saw in my entire life, he's just a legend!

    • @maccodifavole
      @maccodifavole 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Needless to say that was a great inspiration... to drop guitar for good 🤣

    • @rockisrealmusic5338
      @rockisrealmusic5338 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      You're very lucky to have him as your friend

  • @gitarmats
    @gitarmats ปีที่แล้ว +225

    His technique is the first thing you notice, and then you realize he's also an absolutely mindblowing improvisor as well.

    • @davidsellers3639
      @davidsellers3639 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Thought process is enlightening

  • @mvm3016
    @mvm3016 ปีที่แล้ว +264

    Aside from Matteo’s obvious talent, the hallmark of any great player is his attention to history and different styles, in a very thoughtful way, and his constant desire to improve and evolve as a player. Such an impressive person.

  • @thebigpedro1416
    @thebigpedro1416 ปีที่แล้ว +620

    Apart from being an amazing musician, Matteo is such a personable, intelligent, and articulate guy. Another fantastic interview Rick.

    • @hoot7588
      @hoot7588 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      And all in English too!

    • @mkf628
      @mkf628 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Rick please at least tell us that Matteo warmed up before touching that guitar as I'm about to incinerate mine. What a PLAYER.

    • @mwhite6522
      @mwhite6522 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@hoot7588 About 90% of Italians speak English. They're taught it in school, like many other Euro countries.

    • @RawAngelix
      @RawAngelix ปีที่แล้ว +2

      WTF...@Repent-and-believe-in-Jesus

    • @12hpa
      @12hpa ปีที่แล้ว

      i can remove my comment as i have just seen yours😊

  • @dongloud298
    @dongloud298 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Rick, I am a 70 year old church bass and guitar player. Your videos keep me actively trying to become better. Thank you.

  • @proximav
    @proximav ปีที่แล้ว +276

    did you notice that the great and best musicians are simply always the most humble people on earth. Is the common denominator and a constant. Probably these people realize that the more they learn, the more they tell themselves that they know nothing and that there is still so much to learn. Great job Matteo.

    • @LCP19
      @LCP19 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      What about Malmsteen? I believe that humility is not associated with ability

    • @johnhenrysguitar
      @johnhenrysguitar ปีที่แล้ว +17

      A lot of amazing musicians have huge egos lol, it takes a special kind of person to be amazing and also resist the ego that comes with success

    • @rogerdixon1069
      @rogerdixon1069 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Your last sentence is always what I’ve thought about the greats. Very well said.

    • @Vivi_9
      @Vivi_9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@LCP19 he's not one of the best anymore dude peaked 35+ years ago

    • @hashtagonlykris293
      @hashtagonlykris293 ปีที่แล้ว

      So damn true

  • @davidbusby2550
    @davidbusby2550 ปีที่แล้ว +284

    This kid is so humble. Not only has he mastered his craft . He's actually made up a technique that is unique to himself.
    If only there was a way to bottle his humility. ❤

    • @poppya54
      @poppya54 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Well said my friend

    • @MarioCola
      @MarioCola ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Italy really humbles everyone, talent is taken for granted or even hated.. we have a say from latin "Nemo profeta in patria" which means "no one can be profet in his homeland"
      Even now, Matteo is more recognized abroad rather than in Italy.

  • @DiegoooTech
    @DiegoooTech ปีที่แล้ว +367

    You can expect that knowledge from a 50 years old player. Matteo is so humble and his technique is not only unique but also incredibly clean and his knowledge is incredibly deep for a boy his age. It's mesmerizing listening to him talking about technique. Thank Rick to bring him to the world. I think he really deserves it. I also think i've never saw you smiling so much.

    • @mrmoa
      @mrmoa ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Although not the main thing - I’m always amazed how well these guys communicate given that they are speaking a foreign language

    • @ripleyhrgiger4669
      @ripleyhrgiger4669 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I don't think he knows that most guitarist are unfamiliar with classical guitar style. He's super fortunate to have a father who was a good classical guitarist, support, father, and teacher. I hope this brings to light how technically brilliant classical guitar is as well. We're seeing a real life Paganini and Liszt right before our eyes. Now if he takes up composition and can create revolutionary music... Then we've witnessed something even more spectacular. He seems to always be studying and pushing himself - I wouldn't be surprised to see him create something amazing one day.

    • @markhammer643
      @markhammer643 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ripleyhrgiger4669 There are some musicians who can impress, but all you can imagine is them doing what you like about them for the rest of their career. Then there are musicians whom you look forward, with anticipation, to seeing what future paths they take and how they develop. This kid is one of those.

    • @MaTTheWish
      @MaTTheWish ปีที่แล้ว +15

      ​@@mrmoa agreed.. I'm assuming Mateo has a very high IQ. Special human being.

    • @andreasaulbach8807
      @andreasaulbach8807 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I absolutely agree with all those laudatios. He can play anything he wants with ease, but there is one thing with most virtuosos of this category: Only few can play a slow song or build up tension / atmosphere by playing few notes only.

  • @carlbode666
    @carlbode666 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    The brilliance of Matteo is only overshadowed by Rick's ability to open up his guests & get the most out of them without it being about him ...👏👏👏👏❤

  • @robarnold6998
    @robarnold6998 ปีที่แล้ว +299

    He plays with such ferocity, confidence and arrogance. Three qualities that he doesn’t dare portray in his personality. He almost seems embarrassed of his unbelievable skills and ability. Very refreshing for this day and age. What a talent! Side note: When Rick laughed after one of Mateo’s insane runs it said everything that he needed to say about what he was actually thinking. Wow! All you can do is laugh.

    • @OneFlewOver1776
      @OneFlewOver1776 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Where the Fk do you mean he gets off by arrogance?

    • @robarnold6998
      @robarnold6998 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @@OneFlewOver1776 Well, I knew that there would be at least one who didn’t get it.

    • @DiegoDeschain
      @DiegoDeschain ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@OneFlewOver1776 Chill. If you're even mildly intelligent, you should be able to deduce, by context, that Rob didn't mean anything negative, the first two adjectives he uses should tell what he meant.

    • @robarnold6998
      @robarnold6998 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@DiegoDeschain thank you!

    • @marshallcrocker8239
      @marshallcrocker8239 ปีที่แล้ว

      he never said get's off on arrogance go reread and use your brain@@OneFlewOver1776

  • @radp8104
    @radp8104 ปีที่แล้ว +223

    Not only an amazing musician but so humble and genuine exactly what the world needs more of right now. Carry the flame !

    • @marcosgomes7681
      @marcosgomes7681 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      True,the opposite of so many talentless people out there, thinking they are the peaks of mankind 😅

  • @MrJanbalk
    @MrJanbalk ปีที่แล้ว +170

    Matteo, you made me cry! I have been playing guitar for over 50 years, and you are just offering a new freedom to the musicians of the future. It is not really a question of speed, it is a question of expression and of musical scope. Thank you very much for your clear explanations. I am too old now to follow your trail, and I have bad nails, but I am content anyway to know that there are still new wonderful territories to explore with our favorite instrument. Thank you. Really.

    • @Lateralus504
      @Lateralus504 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beta

    • @ransbarger
      @ransbarger ปีที่แล้ว

      May you get everything that you have coming to you.@@Lateralus504

    • @thedog7494
      @thedog7494 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Stevengenx You have no idea what that word means lmao. So much brainrot.

    • @anthem7777
      @anthem7777 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      you should try them anyway it's fun to learn😊

    • @Vincenzo-wn1or
      @Vincenzo-wn1or 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Well said

  • @paulrichards3928
    @paulrichards3928 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    'phenom' is right. Kudos Rick Beato, great interview
    Where Matteo's playing is headed is exciting on its own.
    Matteo Mancuso, is more than intelligent enough to adapt.
    Learning, unlearning, and relearning.
    Standing on the shoulders of giants, is a metaphor that fits.
    That takes a level of humility that is refreshing to see.

  • @LS-xs7sg
    @LS-xs7sg ปีที่แล้ว +389

    This guy thinks so carefully about his craft. A lot of great guitarists cannot (or maybe don't want to) talk in such a thoughtful way about their own process and how they arrive at the sound they have.

    • @ritz0217
      @ritz0217 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Some guys don't really know what they're really doing. Take Dave Grohl for example. He was a drummer and says, "I just try to play like the drums on guitar"

    • @stevewang2012
      @stevewang2012 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally!

    • @dustinb1070
      @dustinb1070 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@ritz0217 I'm a fan of the music but Dave always came off as a little dumb. Still think some of his writing is good enough for him to belong in my personal musician HOF.

    • @bg357wg
      @bg357wg 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@dustinb1070I think he’s just more driven by his intuition…which is not necessarily a bad thing, but you could say he’s the kind of “genius” that would have a hard time teaching

    • @jarekstorm6331
      @jarekstorm6331 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      This guy can explain every detail and technique of his style and it won’t matter whether it’s secret or not. Still can’t do what he does haha. 😭

  • @dennisst.pierre210
    @dennisst.pierre210 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Wow. Been listening to to guitar players for 70+ yrs. This guy is scary good

  • @ilariabesana
    @ilariabesana ปีที่แล้ว +158

    Che gioia vederti su questo canale, Matteo. Very proud of you.

  • @jeremiahjohnson7741
    @jeremiahjohnson7741 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Kudos to Rick for asking good questions and letting his guest talk. Two classy individuals talking about their craft..

  • @AndreaTarquiniMusic
    @AndreaTarquiniMusic ปีที่แล้ว +108

    His father Vincenzo did a great work. A serious and humble guy with a lot of talent! Bravo Matteo you deserve all this success

  • @znklnkrt2944
    @znklnkrt2944 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    Matteo seems like such a nice down to earth kid... He demonstrates everything without ego, I respect that. Definitely following his channel.

    • @trekkiejunk
      @trekkiejunk ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Kid? He's 27. He's older than George Harrison was after the Beatles broke up.

    • @DenvarShay
      @DenvarShay ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@trekkiejunk You realise that In some places and cultures (mine) people that are older than you will call you kid no matter your age. At 37 years old I get called kid on a near daily basis by the 60+ year olds at my workplace...what's the problem?

    • @Cranio76
      @Cranio76 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@trekkiejunk of all the parts of the comment you could react to, you chose the most useless one :)

    • @samueluwayo
      @samueluwayo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Matteo is my guitarist 🥰🥰

    • @JamesDGardner
      @JamesDGardner ปีที่แล้ว

      @@trekkiejunkGeorge WAS 27 when the Beatles broke up. He was also one of the most freakishly successful people of all time.

  • @dodgeyzzz
    @dodgeyzzz ปีที่แล้ว +185

    What struck me the most is as brilliant as Matteo is, he doesn’t believe he’s arrived at perfection and greatness. He listens to a wide range of musicians and hungers to continually learn and discover new things. He understands that he stands on the shoulders of the greats that came before him and deeply respects them.

    • @jesusislukeskywalker4294
      @jesusislukeskywalker4294 ปีที่แล้ว

      he’s very 🐥 young, give him time ⏰

    • @grimdrum2396
      @grimdrum2396 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Well said! And I just knew they would mention Frank Gambale at some point.

    • @RoccoGalata
      @RoccoGalata ปีที่แล้ว

      Strange that Jim Hall and Kenny Barrell were never mentioned.....

    • @MrDeanelwood
      @MrDeanelwood ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes that appetite to learn is so key and he has that in spades. Youth is on his side - in a few years I think he'll be amazing. I don't think he's quite the finished article yet. But for the technique he's still great to watch!

    • @lanzicavalli6453
      @lanzicavalli6453 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely

  • @rufnusd8730
    @rufnusd8730 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Im 49 and have never touched a guitar. This young man is so well versed in his art form that led me to be intrigued all the way through the video. Im utterly amazed and left in awe over Mr. Matteo. Great video Mr. Beato. Thank you.

  • @brunobosio3968
    @brunobosio3968 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I met Matteo to a showcase he did for Yamaha when he was in town in a local music store. Really sweet guy, we talked a bit and gave me a few advices as well! What a great guitar player, most importantly a great person. Respect!

  • @gr637
    @gr637 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Bravo Matteo, le ore e ore di lavoro duro ti stanno premiando; te lo meriti. Complimenti anche per il you inglese, che è eccellente per un italiano e fa un ottima impressione. Continua a lavorare duro e rimani umile che c’è sempre qualcosa da imparare. Stai scrivendo una bella storia. In bocca al lupo. Gaetano

    • @FilippoFavrettomusic
      @FilippoFavrettomusic ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ho apprezzato anche io l'inglese perfetto!

    • @DarkSideofSynth
      @DarkSideofSynth ปีที่แล้ว +1

      L'inglese è davvero migliorato. Soprattutto, è molto più sciolto.

  • @tonekilltech
    @tonekilltech ปีที่แล้ว +111

    Absolutely incredible guitarist! The marriage of technical ability and feel is unreal!

    • @mjhastings4534
      @mjhastings4534 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He's Italian that's how they approach everything!!!

  • @UnconsciousChanting
    @UnconsciousChanting 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Matteo is not only a virtuosic talent in the truest most literal sense of the word, he's maybe also one of the more thoughtful "explainers of his craft" that I've ever heard in any medium. And in a language other than his first! Magnificent articulation with both his fingers and his voice. A sublime human. As many others have said here, I will add my voice to the chorus: His desire to learn and consume from the masters that came before, but his INSISTENCE that he develop his own style and vocabulary are what have made him not just a pinnacle player, but someone who we will revere as a trailblazer in a world that might've already seemed to be fully charted. So many lessons here about how to be a student. Grateful to have found this episode.

    • @rossanozanga9581
      @rossanozanga9581 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Speed e techinque are nothing without good music mate.

  • @PistolsPlayground
    @PistolsPlayground ปีที่แล้ว +220

    Once again Rick crushes it with his unique interviewing style. I love how he gives the interviewee space to talk, and demonstrate the things being discussed.
    Excellent interview, as always.

    • @simoncederqvist
      @simoncederqvist ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Exactly! I immediately thought of a previous Beato video where he analyzed the inverview style of an older interview. Great questions and bridges to the next topic. And giving space for the artist to be themselves and explore.

    • @kennykaufman8263
      @kennykaufman8263 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Check out Lex w/Tal.
      Special

    • @michaelroberts3898
      @michaelroberts3898 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They call it interview but I call it intelligent conversation. Let the information come from the players engagement with the ideas instead of engaging the nuts and bolts questions. So simple yet so much better than a where were you born, what your parents like, did they encourage you style lol

  • @SparksFun
    @SparksFun ปีที่แล้ว +221

    I love how Rick so gently interacts and really lets Matteo teach us about his style and approach. Really a little masterclass and so involving. Great interview.

    • @Sijilos
      @Sijilos ปีที่แล้ว +6

      100%!

    • @billger5710
      @billger5710 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I was also thinking that Rick's knowledge of guitar playing allows him to ask the right questions, very nuanced on technique and more.

  • @duncaninglis3806
    @duncaninglis3806 ปีที่แล้ว +218

    Life can be really hard, but watching Rick's interviews with giants (even young ones) like Matteo, life becomes beautiful. Thank you both!

    • @jeffreese1828
      @jeffreese1828 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hear ya , man . Music is a great haven and healer .👍🍻

    • @GiGi_65
      @GiGi_65 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Well said!

    • @willem9688
      @willem9688 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice comment 👍

    • @timbalada312
      @timbalada312 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Beautifully put!!

    • @denverrandy7143
      @denverrandy7143 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hit it on the head.👍

  • @johncarter3900
    @johncarter3900 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Phenomenal player and very well mannered, unbelievable technique.

  • @martinohara5003
    @martinohara5003 ปีที่แล้ว +199

    Even ignoring his immense talent, he comes over as an absolutely charming fellow. Great relaxed and informative interview.

    • @Tusitala1967
      @Tusitala1967 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      The constant switching from soft spoken humility to ludicrous virtuosity nearly gave me whiplash. 🙂

    • @RogerT-kt3zd
      @RogerT-kt3zd ปีที่แล้ว

      its flamenco guitar 🤦‍♂️🥱🤣

    • @testinguk_Admin
      @testinguk_Admin ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Whenever he says “I’m still working on this.” I chuckle a little in my head.

    • @billknudson7895
      @billknudson7895 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I totally agree. He’s a true gentleman. There’s not even a whiff of arrogance in this young man’s character. There’s as much to be learned from his personality as there is from his playing.

    • @utubewillyman
      @utubewillyman ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Very honest, unpretentious, and has obviously spent most his life thinking deeply about music and guitar.

  • @patrickryan7199
    @patrickryan7199 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Rick is an archivist, a curator, in the best possible ways… first, he RECOGNIZES brilliant musicians and illuminates and probes their genius; second, he gets them to both display and reflect on their influences, development, and trajectory, bringing forth a high-level kind of metacognition which pushes the envelope of understanding, but also deepens the appreciation for the past. This interview was a superb example of the mastery of two crafts; illuminating the genius of a rare musician such as Matteo, and the threading of the needle of historical context by another master from an earlier generation, who, avoiding grandstanding and control, allows the interviewee to make and reveal discoveries to all of us who are fortunate enough to apprehend both ends of the spectrum of the history that is being made.

  • @shawnok1
    @shawnok1 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I’ve been playing nearly 40 years-I thought I’ve seen it all. Astonishing talent

  • @moeb3
    @moeb3 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    This entire video is a ridiculous display of talent. Rick as an interviewer... patient, knowledgeable, fluent in the language of the content. Matteo so giving, talented and understanding of the audience. Honestly, this is the kind of content that we should launch in a capsule into deep space. It's the best of humanity.

  • @MarkWitucke
    @MarkWitucke ปีที่แล้ว +34

    You got Mancuso! This guy executes things things that seem like they should be impossible. Like a Paganini of the electric guitar.

  • @heavybrett-al4082
    @heavybrett-al4082 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    This young man is soooo inspirational....even to an older bloke like myself, just brilliant.

  • @pdxfun4888
    @pdxfun4888 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    Rick, wonderful , as always.
    Matteo is so lovely. His knowledge and explanation of how and why is fascinating. He logged in crazy hours and the precision ……
    Thank you, Rick.
    Let’s not forget.. Matteo eloquently explained it all in a second language. Wow

    • @scottbranch5603
      @scottbranch5603 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      excellent point! Here i was thinking his Italian accent is not that bad!

    • @alveydoug
      @alveydoug ปีที่แล้ว +7

      His playing is articulate and so is his ability to explain every detail. So young and a master who is still learning.

  • @pitchesandcrowds
    @pitchesandcrowds ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a PHENOM! Wow! Such a humble, well-spoken and knowledgeable virtuoso! 🤯

  • @donaldanderson6604
    @donaldanderson6604 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    As a classical guitarist, this is fascinating. I adore this guy's approach and the videos of him covering songs like Fred and Cliffs of Dover are wonderful. The future of the guitar is right here. Thank you, Rick.

  • @mcf-662
    @mcf-662 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Talented, articulate, genuine and modest. I'm fascinated by this guy

  • @10FootMushroom
    @10FootMushroom ปีที่แล้ว +145

    As a musician it is hard to not be envious of his skill but dear God his playing is absolutely mesmerizing!

    • @prince777-l8c
      @prince777-l8c 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      you are right ...great skills and HARD WORK

  • @wernerdanler2742
    @wernerdanler2742 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've never heard of Matteo Mancuso, but he is now my new favorite guitarist, and I have to find some of his music.
    What a great interview. You really drew him out.

  • @Musiciansheaven
    @Musiciansheaven ปีที่แล้ว +104

    I'm a drummer and have been following Matteo for years. Clearly a master of his instrument. A very humble young man. He will forever influence new and current musicians like the people who influenced him. When musicians become your biggest fans, you know your on to something. Great interview Rick.

  • @praxismobius6037
    @praxismobius6037 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    This guy is so gifted. It blows my mind that he's so young and so astonishingly skilled. He's also so incredibly personable and likeable and forthcoming with his knowledge. A great interview subject, a great interview, great all round.

  • @richboshart1201
    @richboshart1201 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Not only has this young man achieved mastery of his instrument, but he’s achieved mastery of a language other than his own. He speaks English better than I do, and I’m a native speaker. Rick’s interview skills are off the charts, as usual. The future of this instrument is in great hands.

    • @SudsRegal
      @SudsRegal ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I totally agree. His vocal articulation, communication and language is as free flowing and precise as his immaculate playing. What an immensely talented and inspiring person!

    • @stefanovarisco9121
      @stefanovarisco9121 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Actually it's not that strange in European countries to study 1 or 2 foreign languages, even if languages is not your main field of studies

    • @lanzicavalli6453
      @lanzicavalli6453 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ​​@@stefanovarisco9121 I'm italian, and what you say is true. However, studies are often not so deep and accurate. Matteo surely study also english himself, because now is necessary for his international career

  • @timshirley1799
    @timshirley1799 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was a fantastic conversation and great insights into the amazing playing style Matteo has created. What an inspiration!

  • @jeffreysalzman1497
    @jeffreysalzman1497 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Such a humble genius. It's like he has been studying guitar for 200 years.

  • @therover4428
    @therover4428 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    As Italian I'm so proud to see Matteo in this channel! Grande Matteo!

  • @marcblum5348
    @marcblum5348 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Matteo's playing is so way beyond shredding (and in the world of jazz and fusion there are too guys just shredding chords and scales into tiny little pieces). Time, phrasing, tone, vocabulary, he's incredible.

  • @hugoboufflers4875
    @hugoboufflers4875 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    That spontaneous live version of Falcon flight almost made my spirit leave my body it was that damn freaking good, loved his attitude in the performance

  • @mrhyde2250
    @mrhyde2250 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    The thing about this guy is that even other world class guitarists are astonished by him.

    • @henriverneris
      @henriverneris ปีที่แล้ว +16

      True: Vai, Al di Meola, Bonamassa, Johnson, etc.

    • @Gauchothedog
      @Gauchothedog ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah,like Steve vai and al di meola

    • @plane_guy6051
      @plane_guy6051 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      And they should be because he's damned good and knows his chops and whether it's by his dads help or his own research, he knows all the greats and has studied all their techniques.

    • @jamesprocario
      @jamesprocario ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Indeed ..his skills are amazing.

    • @bananabob2185
      @bananabob2185 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@henrivernerisSatriani, marmmstein, Metheny… 👍🏼

  • @alamoscott7875
    @alamoscott7875 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    Perhaps the best guitar player interview EVER. Interviews of other true legends -- from Page to Beck to EVH -- have never produced such thoughtful, humble, reflective analysis of a player's own style & technique and those of other players. Bravo, Rick, on knocking this interview out of the park: a real testament to both the interviewer and guest. Captivating. 👏👏👏

    • @brohammer
      @brohammer ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh stop it

    • @pjbpiano
      @pjbpiano ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @ericandrews1661, I am curious. What’s the difference between the thoughts of working world class guitarists and youtube guitarists on the art of guitar playing?

    • @SixStringSicario
      @SixStringSicario 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ericandrews1661you’re 💯 correct. Big difference between die hard rock n rollers who wrote the books and internet guitar hero’s. There’s no comparison.

    • @TristanTarrant
      @TristanTarrant 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@ericandrews1661Matteo works real hard, touring, recording. He's definitely not a TH-camr

  • @just.some.dud3
    @just.some.dud3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Only a few things in my life have dropped my jaw like the first time I saw Matteo; seeing Guthrie Govan at NAMM, the first time I heard Cliffs of Dover, the first time I heard Eruption. Matteo is up there for me, absolutely mindblowing talent. I cannot wait to see where he takes it.

    • @phoenixjim0527
      @phoenixjim0527 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yep! Same thought when I first heard Matteo.
      Along with Hendrix (Voodoo Child).

  • @davidgpeterson
    @davidgpeterson 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    What a gentleman Matteo is. Very classy.

  • @Barncatfish
    @Barncatfish ปีที่แล้ว +24

    What a brilliant, humble young man. Does the whole thing in English, knows all the theory, rips into effortless demo licks, draws on so many styles with an incredible memory and probably perfect pitch. Great interview.

  • @DerekHunt
    @DerekHunt ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I'm floored by this. I've never heard of Matteo before today. He's just beyond amazing. I LOVE that this is such a technical guitar interview, this is never shared. Thanks Rich and thank you Matteo, I'm now a fan and I feel like this is a gift THANK YOU!

    • @paulmahfinger9101
      @paulmahfinger9101 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you finally found out about Matteo. Go check out the videos that Matteo has posted to TH-cam, you'll be absolutely amazed. This interview only scratched the surface in regard to what Matteo is capable of.

  • @bagee03
    @bagee03 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Honestly, I’ve been impressed over the last few years with some of the new generational players “the youtube / instagram “ but this guy is on another level. I’m left speechless watching him. This might sound crazy but I feel blessed being able to see a talent of this caliber while I’m alive….

  • @allamericancooking
    @allamericancooking 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great interview, nicely done. Watching Matteo play is twice as mesmerizing as just listening, that has to be such an experience to witness his genius a couple of feet away!

  • @Raymondkahoy
    @Raymondkahoy ปีที่แล้ว +22

    There is no pretense in Matteo. He is a very sincere and amazing guitarist/artist. He answers questions so openly

  • @theleaftheband
    @theleaftheband ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Proud of you Matteo! We are a band from Italy and it is always exciting to see fellow countrymen who reach these goals!

  • @sebibalan
    @sebibalan ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Rick, your guest is a living proof that new generations still have a lot to say. I hope more Matteo's will be born to make us happy through sound and virtuosity.

  • @MarkDoyleMusic
    @MarkDoyleMusic 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a humble and thoughtful guy (and not even speaking in his mother tongue.) Rick, as always, puts the focus on his guest. Just a great, in depth interview. What a prodigy!

  • @MusicisWin
    @MusicisWin ปีที่แล้ว +1964

    Matteo is the best 🤘

    • @iehen
      @iehen ปีที่แล้ว +34

      yeah, but he plays too fast often.
      I prefer when he plays slower; when all this bubble will be over, maybe he will express himself more naturally

    • @JeremyBercow
      @JeremyBercow ปีที่แล้ว +149

      @@iehenthere always has to be that one person

    • @iehen
      @iehen ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@JeremyBercow what?

    • @Lennie_peled
      @Lennie_peled ปีที่แล้ว +53

      lmao the "he has no feel" guy@@JeremyBercow

    • @iehen
      @iehen ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ​@@Lennie_peled i never said he has no feel.

  • @GoKnee
    @GoKnee ปีที่แล้ว +88

    I bought Matteo’s album and it’s awesome. He’s really a great player and, listening to many interviews he did, he’s also a great human being.
    I’m so proud that Italy gave birth to such an incredible guitar hero!

    • @otacon04psn
      @otacon04psn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You have to listen to Drift lab, his band project, better than the solo LP

  • @dudeymcduderson
    @dudeymcduderson ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Not only has he mastered the guitar but he's more eloquent in a second language than i am in my first language. And to top it off he seems like a really nice chap.

  • @INCREDIBULHULK
    @INCREDIBULHULK ปีที่แล้ว +4

    what a humhle musician
    its like when he plays and we feel his heart
    thank you both rick and matteo

  • @andrewtsousis3130
    @andrewtsousis3130 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    Outstanding interview Rick! I could see the marvel in your eyes as Matteo played. He truly is a one of a kind and a truly humble and gifted musician.

  • @guitarplayer_de
    @guitarplayer_de ปีที่แล้ว +69

    You think that there is basically no innovation in the field of guitar playing anymore and all kinds of techniques and sounds have been developed. And then young guitarists like Tim Henson and Matteo Mancuso come along and teach you otherwise. Absolutely fascinating interview, thank you for these insights. Goosebumps moments! 👍🏻

    • @yargnad
      @yargnad ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tim Henson does nothing for me, personally. He is talented at mechanics, but I can't connect with his songwriting. It's simply uninteresting after the initial wow factor. There are many other young guitarists that don't rely on technique and write great music. Mancuso is in the same boat. The music just doesn't match the level of technical ability.

    • @paulmahfinger9101
      @paulmahfinger9101 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @yargnad- "The music just doesn't match the level of technical ability." I wonder how much of Matteo's music you have actually heard. Have you listened to his new (and first) album? The Journey contains many interesting and stylistically different compositions...all are enjoyable. Also, have you heard his takes on covers like Carlton's Room 335, Weather Report's Havona, etc? Not only does he capture the flavor of the original artists, but improves upon them.

    • @yargnad
      @yargnad ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@paulmahfinger9101 Not much, because like I've stated, I can't get past a few songs before I'm bored with it.

    • @guitarplayer_de
      @guitarplayer_de ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yargnad To each his own... I will definitely order his latest CD. Sounds very promising to me. 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @yargnad
      @yargnad ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@guitarplayer_de No disrespect intended on Henson or Mancuso. They've both put in the hard work to get to those levels of expertise. I've just heard entirely too much guitar music in my life to put them up there with the most entertaining and innovative guitarists around. Holdsworth ran circles around most of these new guys like 40+ years ago, and I tired of it from him as well when he started to do non-stop legato solos from the first second to last in his later eras.
      Ever since then, I value the unexpected emotion I feel when I listen to guys like Tommy Emmanuel, Bill Frisell, Nir Felder. Don't need flashy technique to make a good song still to this day. There is plenty of innovation happening in technology and songwriting. Technique can inspire new forms of music, but I'm not sure I'm hearing that here.

  • @smoothnotes1412
    @smoothnotes1412 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    This is a masterclass, it's actually insane to watch this content for free

  • @platformsandbellbottoms
    @platformsandbellbottoms 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What an amazing interview Rick! Matteo is such a fantastic player & it's really interesting watching him play & talk about his technique, how he got started & all his influences! Rick, you are such a great interviewer, always giving your guests so much respect & time to talk & play. I'm also very happy that Matteo mentioned Eric Johnson! EJ has always been one of my favorites!

  • @soundscapesforwell-being
    @soundscapesforwell-being ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Matteo is truly joyful.......the technical aspects of his playing are simply an extension of what he feels from the heart. The heart is his creative force driving his fingers.

  • @andreasomenzi5194
    @andreasomenzi5194 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Matteo è nell’olimpo !! Strumentista virtuoso ed ancora giovanissimo, con carriera ancora tutta da costruire ma…., con enorme vantaggio per la maestria sulle corde. Grazie Rick che gli hai chiesto anche su Allan 🙏🏼

  • @forcytek1
    @forcytek1 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    This guy is a born experimenter, but he doesn't do it by chance, he deeply studies the artists, the techniques, even the other instruments trying to apply everything to the guitar... incredible. I bought his vinyl, which in my opinion is a fusion work of the modern era: THE JOURNEY. Seeing him play is a spectacle, the future belongs to him, I hope he lives longer than BB King to see his magical evolution, many times I asked myself Jimi Hendrix if he was still alive what evolution had he had?

  • @AmerKhan-y6d
    @AmerKhan-y6d ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Matteo is simply unreal & beyond words. I agree with so many of the comments as well, regarding not only his mind boggling technique, his incredibly mature & eclectic approach to playing, writing, and most of all, his continued learning, but especially his maturity and humility. It’s just impossible not to like the guy even if you aren’t into his music. It is truly a lesson for almost anybody in any craft to know that there are people with that level of discipline, dedication, and passion, who still maintain such humility and search respect for others. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @johnclark1925
    @johnclark1925 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Such a young man to have such great phrasing, space and melody (the technique speaks for itself).
    If he had been around in the 1980s and 90s, he would be right up there with the great fusion players.
    I’m 54 I hope I live long enough to see him put a couple of decades onto his playing to see where he goes and how he develops because he already is such a mature soul. Absolutely incredible.

  • @Mamo878
    @Mamo878 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You can tell by his extremely advanced playing and how easy it is for him to explain incredibly difficult concepts in a second language and how he absorbs all the greatness of other masters of music and integrates it in his own unique way that he is simply this: a genius.

  • @robertn2951
    @robertn2951 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This guy is more humble than he is talented. And, boy, he is talented. Thank you Rick for interviewing Matteo!

  • @JPStudyTime
    @JPStudyTime ปีที่แล้ว +32

    34:59 he even has the technique to scratch his eye brow! Matteo is a monster guitar player and a fantastic composer, Rick is a gift to the music community, and this interview is increidble. Thank you, Rick!

  • @vplph
    @vplph ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I know nothing about guitar playing.... But this was absolute captivating... fueled by two guys at the peak of their knowledge.

    • @andrewhooker8798
      @andrewhooker8798 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've been a musician my entire life just about, and played guitar for 25 years...and I know nothing about guitar playing compared this guy lol

  • @leefowler3240
    @leefowler3240 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    About time. If you listen carefully, you will hear a young genius who is very comfortable with himself, and his uniqueness is all his own. He is incomparable period. He has great ears and musical understanding, pure as they get.

  • @raulschwarz
    @raulschwarz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The whole Universe is inside Matteo Mancuso and Rick really does a very on the spot , perfect interview ! What a pleasure to find this on TH-cam !! Subscribed I am !!!

  • @robertdibussolo3355
    @robertdibussolo3355 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Rick this is one of the best interviews I've watched on your channel. Listening to Matteo speak about music, watching your reaction to his playing, gives me hope that there's still a chance of real musicians out there ready to take us back to music with real artists and not computer generated sound. This was a real pleasure!

  • @markpoole635
    @markpoole635 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Two incredible talents on display here: the artistry of Matteo and the absolute brilliance of Rick Beato.
    His interview style is second to none and he always pulls the best out of players both in their playing and in their comments.
    This is a very refreshing, entertaining and informative interview.
    Thanks again Rick for leading the way in providing the best in video interviews and instruction!!

  • @joshp7418
    @joshp7418 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Matteo has to be a time traveller. So much wisdom for his age and very articulate even in English.

  • @enriquematiasreimermillan5120
    @enriquematiasreimermillan5120 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you, Rick! This is the kind of interviews we need in TH-cam! Matteo is the best!

  • @jamorahcito
    @jamorahcito ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I recently got to meet and hang out with Matteo at the Steve Vai Academy. What an incredible, humble, and talented human being. Great to see him "star struck" with Rick. Can't wait to hear him through out his life. Wow!

  • @geebee8784
    @geebee8784 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    All of that talent and knowledge at this age and without an ego…Just wow ! Exceptionnal young human being ! Great interview Mr Beato ! 🙏

  • @pianotennisman
    @pianotennisman ปีที่แล้ว +97

    I’m a piano player but I learn so much about musicianship from these videos. You are one of the finest interviewers, Rick, and this young man is ridiculously off the charts and expresses himself extremely well verbally and guitaristically. ( made up a word). Kudos to both of you.

    • @gunther4024
      @gunther4024 ปีที่แล้ว

      Guitaristically? That’s brilliant. I hear it as “artistically” with “guit” (git) at the beginning. Nice one. For real. And while I’m here Mr.piano / tennis man… who wins the AO this year? (Men’s side.)

    • @Cranio76
      @Cranio76 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well, in Italian "chitarristicamente" (guitaristically) is not very common but would sound totally legit and I've seen it used many times. :)

    • @SSMLivingPictures
      @SSMLivingPictures ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yup, he excels in guitaristicality

    • @jjjameson3364
      @jjjameson3364 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      One word for him: “intelligence”, verbally, musically, guitaristically.

    • @franzjosephamrein2663
      @franzjosephamrein2663 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's so good Great technique It's a news style of playing I absolutely honored him. But I'm not so much Fan of this music. There are many masters in other kind of playing. So for each one something

  • @cjcurcio
    @cjcurcio หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    WOW!!!!! AMAZING!!! THE WAY HE PLAYS ERUPTION - SUPERB! And he is so down-to-earth!

  • @OuterGalaxyLounge
    @OuterGalaxyLounge ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Dude's playing is so clean, he plays like a machine. Always nice to be reminded about the continuum of musical tradition with young talents like this. Also, that great music is not stuck in the past. There are lots of great artists out there; you just have to make the effort to find them.

  • @scottbullock3045
    @scottbullock3045 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Rick's knowledge of guitar theory is why his interviews are so fluid since both understand each other's lingo.❤

  • @gindro_oficial
    @gindro_oficial ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Matteo is our Italian pride. And moreover is an extremely nice and mannered guy that, nowadays, it's quite rare to find! Continua così Matteo! Alla grande!

  • @PaulSinnema
    @PaulSinnema 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Damn Rick, that was just such a lovely interview. You asked so many of the right questions and Matteo is such a natural nice guy. This young man is such a delight. Thank you very much for sharing this with me. I've been a guitar player for many years but I will never reach Matteo's (or yours for that matter) level, ever, but I enjoy it nonetheless. Thank you very much.

  • @bobboberson2024
    @bobboberson2024 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    It's about TIME, Rick!! :) This guy has been on TH-cam for eight years or so - but seemingly blowing up recently. Of the many new fusion technical slingers - there is somethig about this kid that stands out: I don't think of I've seen the range the others have in their repertoire as Mateo does. It's obviously his upbringing by his guitar-playing father. But he can immerse in SO many genres and play them with complete conviction. And of course, absolutely KILL it with technique. At his age it's uncanny. He's a special talent.