I remember seeing this cover when I was young and knew he would be in a known band. To think he’s gone this soon, it’s just heartbreaking. R.I.P Ryan. Never forgotten!
Ryan, you were my hero ten years ago. This video showed a 16y/o me that professional-level technique was not strictly reserved for people in their 20’s/30’s, and lit a fire under my ass that made me the player I am today. You were my gateway from Rise Records core to the golden decade of the Prog Metal guitar scene. You showed me what was possible through sheer determination and hard work - a lesson which has no doubt shaped the next ten years of my life. I am eternally grateful for your time investment in the industry, and it will no doubt feel this loss for years to come. Rest in peace Ryan. Thank you for your part in who I am today.
This is the first video of Ryan I ever watched and this is how I’ll always remember him - fun, full of energy, and an absolutely jaw-dropping player for his age. An inspiration to old and new guitar players alike. Rest in peace, Ryan. 🎸 3.18.1997 - 6.19.2023
I remember watching this back then and I was just amazed at how young and talented you were at playing guitar. One of the best in this generation. Rest easy sir. 🙏
I'm really liking Mark Holcomb's composing ability
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I haven't made an (electric) guitar cover in 2 years, I think somewhere on the road I just lost the passion I once had. I happened to stumble upon this cover in my "interesting videos" section on youtube, and I'll tell you, the moment I finished watching this incredible cover I decided to finally, after all these years pick up my guitar again. All thanks to you. This was exactly what I needed.
It just goes over my head how you can learn these songs so fast, but then again that's how good you are man. And that's probably the best thumbnail of all time.
This was one of the first videos I saw of yours. You made a profound impact on me, and I wanted to be just as good as you. You will be missed Ryan. Thank you for being you.
😭 I can't believe you're actually gone. This is the video that got me into this genre. Watching your videos really taught me a lot of stuff... Rest in peace. You will always be the best in my opinion.
***** Practice makes talent. You want to be talented you practice. It's really simple. You can be born with talent and you can develop it later i life. Just like many other things. And im also pretty sure that Ryan developed his guitar technique and talent during the practice of pale aura and not just the song..
***** I have to disagree on this one. While it is true that nobody will have an innate ability to pick up a guitar and play like this, and technique plays a huge role. Imo when people talk about talent when it comes to playing the guitar it's the simple fact that there are people like this kid who will get a hell of a lot further with the same amount of dedication and practice as the next guy. Try not to get hung up on literal meanings of words. My 2 cents. EDIT: Keep up the good work Ryan!
It's crazy seeing how he has grown as a guitar player!!! I remember watching all of his OG videos and I am still blown away. Love his work in Polaris!! 🤘🏻
You're an incredible player Ryan! It will be fun to watch your progress grow as you get older! Your playing inspires us and we hope to be as good as you some day even though we are similar in age! You are a huge influence on our guitar players! Once again bravo my friend, keep rockin!
above the skill, tone, and accuracy, I did your passion and love for what you're doing!!! How much you enjoy it is by far the best part!!! Keep rippin man!!!
Sure, perfect practice makes the impossible attainable. But some are just more gifted than others. Like, they almost just breeze through it.. It's amazing... very inspiring.
Remember seeing this cover coming out fresh from the oven! What a nice guitar player (and so young!)... As we say in my home country (spanish): Nadie conoce las goteras de la casa del vecino! R.I.P. Ryan!
favourite song from the new album ! the guitar, lyrics and vocal work is just the best! love seeing the guitar actually being played along to such an epic song! looks so good well done ryan!
YAY!! One of the only few times I'm excited for covers now are pretty much just yours' and a few others like Lyle Watt. Absolutely my favourite song off of Clear if not of all Periphery.
I've been watching your videos for a while because it keeps popping up... you've gotten so much better even though you have been a beast for such a long time! Amazing work as usual, you (for the most impossible reasons) never cease to amaze and impress me!
That was really good. It took me a little bit before I could tell that your track was even in the video, it blended so well. Also, I admit I'm a little jealous that there's a kid out there a bit more than half my age with gear that I could only dream to afford, out-playing me so thoroughly. Cheers and keep playing!
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RIP Ryan. Such a talented riff maker who was dedicated to his craft. You will be missed. ❤
what happened to him?
@danjackism I think it was suicide due to the uncontrollable brain fog he was having. But no one is saying for sure
@@danjacktv i believe he had SSRI withdrawals and ultimately commited su1cide
Man I just wanted to check out what that guy is up to, thats shocking and sad. His influence will live on.
Killer job as always, Ryan!!
Thank you mark!!
Woah!!!
Awesome ! :D
+Mark Holcomb Who the fuck is WMG, and why the fuck are they taking Ryan Siew's videos down?! I love periphery and anyone who loves your music.
+Mark Holcomb WOOOAAHHHHHH
I remember seeing this cover when I was young and knew he would be in a known band. To think he’s gone this soon, it’s just heartbreaking. R.I.P Ryan. Never forgotten!
Wow, killer man!
Thank you rick! :)
+Rick Graham WOOAAHHHH
Holy crap what a remarkable compliment from the man himself, Mr Graham
You know it's Periphery when the solo is easier to play than the verse riffs haha
So true
Even more typical of Mrak, what a monster talent.
hahah that's truth
i can play verse and can't nail solo , am I doing something wrong lol?
+Baconofthe Ark It's such an insane aesthetic isn't it? This style of music has moved me in ways no other music has.
Ryan, you were my hero ten years ago. This video showed a 16y/o me that professional-level technique was not strictly reserved for people in their 20’s/30’s, and lit a fire under my ass that made me the player I am today. You were my gateway from Rise Records core to the golden decade of the Prog Metal guitar scene. You showed me what was possible through sheer determination and hard work - a lesson which has no doubt shaped the next ten years of my life. I am eternally grateful for your time investment in the industry, and it will no doubt feel this loss for years to come.
Rest in peace Ryan. Thank you for your part in who I am today.
This is the first video of Ryan I ever watched and this is how I’ll always remember him - fun, full of energy, and an absolutely jaw-dropping player for his age. An inspiration to old and new guitar players alike.
Rest in peace, Ryan. 🎸
3.18.1997 - 6.19.2023
I remember watching this back then and I was just amazed at how young and talented you were at playing guitar. One of the best in this generation. Rest easy sir. 🙏
That's so nice man ! :)
Thanks dude!!
I'm really liking Mark Holcomb's composing ability
I haven't made an (electric) guitar cover in 2 years, I think somewhere on the road I just lost the passion I once had.
I happened to stumble upon this cover in my "interesting videos" section on youtube, and I'll tell you, the moment I finished watching this incredible cover I decided to finally, after all these years pick up my guitar again. All thanks to you.
This was exactly what I needed.
Were you doing some harder drugs in those years? Just curious.
Dude!! thats awesome to hear. Glad i could motivate/inspire you :)
Enkiguy
No drugs, but loss in family, I moved out and began studying etc, so I just lost the passion. But now I got the time and inspiration again!
Damn man. Keep at it! You are too good to quit now.
Try the hard drugs. Itll get interesting pretty quick. Haha jk dawg
Just heard of your passing...
May you rest in peace, your covers bring back so many memories...Rest in peace. No words
That tone omg
It's so good it makes me want to fap
***** WTF Dude ?????
***** I gave in to the temptation
⭐
RIP bro. Super talented and inspiring
16, Has Axe Fx and can actually play guitar, mad jelous
Not to mention owning a friggin' Mayones with Bare Knuckle pickups. Wish I could spend that kind of money.
Andy Wilson endorsed by mayones
masterofsloths lol once again I wish
masterofsloths Endorsed doesn't mean free guitars.
jagrblood he probably got his mayones' at a decent price though! Haha
It just goes over my head how you can learn these songs so fast, but then again that's how good you are man. And that's probably the best thumbnail of all time.
We will miss you dude! always wanted to see you or even polaris at the other side of the planet! rest in power!
this is in my opinion the best song from Clear and one of my favourite periphery tracks! And you did a splendid job covering it! Keep it up!!
Periphery just sent me here! Well done man!
Simply awesome..! Magic, cheers. Beautiful guitar too.!
Rest in Peace Ryan Siew 🙏🏼… Will always remember this video of you covering Periphery’s song ‘Pale Aura’ so effortlessly!
man thats so good!!! :D
3:36 and onward is literally the best part.
The personality is EVERYTHING.
You are one of the guitarists of our generation ♥ RIP. Inspiration for so many
This was one of the first videos I saw of yours. You made a profound impact on me, and I wanted to be just as good as you. You will be missed Ryan. Thank you for being you.
Awesome as always!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow, great work man. Amazing song. I love how much dedication you have, very inspirational.
😭 I can't believe you're actually gone. This is the video that got me into this genre. Watching your videos really taught me a lot of stuff... Rest in peace. You will always be the best in my opinion.
First metal channel that I've ever subscribed to! Great playing man!
RIP Ryan, been watching your covers since you were a kid. So talented, life is way too short Rest in Power Ryan you'll be missed.
you're so freaking talented ryan, you go ;)
Thanks rachael!! You too :)
***** Practice makes talent. You want to be talented you practice. It's really simple. You can be born with talent and you can develop it later i life. Just like many other things. And im also pretty sure that Ryan developed his guitar technique and talent during the practice of pale aura and not just the song..
***** I have to disagree on this one. While it is true that nobody will have an innate ability to pick up a guitar and play like this, and technique plays a huge role. Imo when people talk about talent when it comes to playing the guitar it's the simple fact that there are people like this kid who will get a hell of a lot further with the same amount of dedication and practice as the next guy. Try not to get hung up on literal meanings of words. My 2 cents. EDIT: Keep up the good work Ryan!
Rachael Fahim Thank you
This is my favourite hate-watch video of all time.
+AnonInTheMatrix i feel exactly the same
Why hate-watch?^^
This song is incredible. Mrak is a goddamn genius. Most underrated periphery song
It's crazy seeing how he has grown as a guitar player!!! I remember watching all of his OG videos and I am still blown away. Love his work in Polaris!! 🤘🏻
this killer porches a triumph. Fantastic work!
Good job dude! -ATMOSPHERES
I love the way Mark riffs and you sir have emulated it perfectly!
Thanks for writing that tag at the end of your comment. Or else I would of had no idea that ATMOSPHERES wrote it.
2 years later and still one of my cover favorite videos
SUPERB !! and such a joy to watch you getting right into it !
You're an incredible player Ryan! It will be fun to watch your progress grow as you get older! Your playing inspires us and we hope to be as good as you some day even though we are similar in age! You are a huge influence on our guitar players! Once again bravo my friend, keep rockin!
Rest in peace Ryan. Your passion and love for music will forever live on in your sound.
Simply amazing! Keep those videos coming, little dude.
just another badass cover.. dude, you're biting me off.. you're really awesome!!
So far my favorite guitarist! Keep up the awesome work!
Super high quality. Excellent work man!
Wow, fantastic job man! Killer tone and chops!
I was like "this is a super well-produced cover for 2014" then I saw "my band: polaris" at the end and all became clear 🤣🤣
The goofin' at the end killed me--great job! Not sure how I never found this video until 2019, but here we are.
Fantastic playing and amazing ear to figure it out so quickly. Big fan :)
I've been playing for 5 years now..
Stuff like this motivates me. Thank you =)
above the skill, tone, and accuracy, I did your passion and love for what you're doing!!! How much you enjoy it is by far the best part!!! Keep rippin man!!!
Saw Ryan live a couple months back in London, fucking legendary! cant believe Polaris was supporting architects, amazing.
It's amazing how he learned this by ear. Keep it up Ryan!
Sure, perfect practice makes the impossible attainable. But some are just more gifted than others. Like, they almost just breeze through it.. It's amazing... very inspiring.
such beautiful guitar...and awesome cover
Oh man that was awesome :D especially the Herman Li part! 10/10
N Ruhrup 3:40 - 3:50 :D
You _nailed_ that. And the tone... fantastic.
Clean as hell! Great job man!
haha yes! Killer job as usual buddy
Fantastic job man, as always. You never cease to impress me
Remember seeing this cover coming out fresh from the oven! What a nice guitar player (and so young!)... As we say in my home country (spanish): Nadie conoce las goteras de la casa del vecino! R.I.P. Ryan!
Truely talented guy … you’re inspiring me to start doing the covers.. RIP brother
Still can't believe you're gone bro 💔
One of the best, if not the best guitarists of this generation. Hands down
This is fucking awesome. I'm obsessed with the guitar work on this song and you nailed it
Seriously badass and on point cover. Keep on rocking it! \m/
God, this kid has talent!!
i've got the EP today. Great track. I love Periphery and your playing :D
God I love all of your covers man. Ever since I saw your Have a Blast cover I've been a fan.
wow great job! such an emotional playing :)
Such a talented dude... A very bright looking future for you my friend!
I am very impressed. You are an inspiration to young musicians everywhere (even the 23-year-old ones!) Keep up the good work!
16 years old? This guys knows exactly how to use his time! Good job lad!
This is really clean. Thanks for playing it man!!
every time you upload a video I don´t how to feel, always between exciting or upset... just perfect man...
This just wants to make me cry just because of how much I miss Ryan. RIP to the legend😢
Man……I didn’t expect to come back to this, we all miss you so fuckin much
Perfect Mrak face at the end !
Perfect playing at all
Man you're incredible! Keep up the great work!
I'm never get tired of this bro... Never!
Rest in peace brother, thanks for all you've shared with us over these many years.
HOLY SHIT THE POLARIS DUDE IS THIS DUDE, WTF
flawless playing man, very cool!
favourite song from the new album ! the guitar, lyrics and vocal work is just the best! love seeing the guitar actually being played along to such an epic song! looks so good well done ryan!
YAY!! One of the only few times I'm excited for covers now are pretty much just yours' and a few others like Lyle Watt.
Absolutely my favourite song off of Clear if not of all Periphery.
Absolutely perfect cover, I didn't detect a single mistake. Great job!
RIP Ryan. such a talent taken away from us so soon. i hope your resting easy now Legend ❤
I think it's so cool, looking back to your older videos, and see how you developed til this day! It's crazy!
Keep doin this, you'll get big some day
Beautiful guitar and your tone is spot on
This guy is unstoppable. He will climb right to the top and set new standards of guitar playing. Good luck on your journey Ryan
It´s seeing kids like this nailing this songs that makes me almost want to quit playing guitar xD YOU ARE AMAZING!!!!
Epic playing dude great job!!
Because of you I'm a huge fan of Periphery , I support you , you're amazing , continue . #FromFrance
Mark promoted your cover on his personal Facebook account, congrats dude, great one as always!
Your Periphery covers are unreal, great work man!
I've been watching your videos for a while because it keeps popping up... you've gotten so much better even though you have been a beast for such a long time!
Amazing work as usual, you (for the most impossible reasons) never cease to amaze and impress me!
Definitely my favorite song as well!
Love the facial expressions. Great work Ryan.
That was really good. It took me a little bit before I could tell that your track was even in the video, it blended so well. Also, I admit I'm a little jealous that there's a kid out there a bit more than half my age with gear that I could only dream to afford, out-playing me so thoroughly.
Cheers and keep playing!
🔥🔥🔥 This was pretty damn awesome!! 🔥🔥🔥
You nailed that tone! Great work!