Best Of Richard Benson - who was not the worst guitarist ever

[@envy842]

Arthritis killed this man's talent, but his passion for playing never died.

[@therealtebek8141]

I fucking agree with you... With all of that shit being thrown at him, he never quit...

[@moresquatsmoretwats6298]

Fuck yeah dude 👊

[@Ridd333]

@Seven V All part of his gimmick. He was crippled by arthritis and never gave up his passion for music and entertaining. I am now under the impression that his shows (where everyone throws shit at him) are akin to an ICP concert, but instead of Faygo, there is all kinds of food.

[@mathiasgrun630]

I NANI!

[@Ridd333]

@Scott Doty Certainly undeniable. Read a few comments from Italians that tell his tale like he is some kind of folk hero. I admire him, to take his disability and turn it into something constructive, even if it is under the guise of destruction.

[@maxvincy9127]

The whole world owes an apology to Richard.

[@aracnide5051]

Italy, man, Italy owes an apology to Richard. By an Italian.

[@tove7836]

I didnt say shit

[@Person-cv9dj]

Not me

[@chilai]

Why? He sucked. For someone who supposedly is so passionate about guitar playing and music, he sucked even at the "height of his powers". He just wanted to make a bunch of silly tricks that a teenager does when they pick a guitar. He was never talented. The fact that some of us cant do those silly non-musical tricks he did 50 years ago doesnt mean he is good. I bet that any person that had enough time and took 1 year to just practice guitar could do way better. He was delusional. You can defend the guy if you like him. But stop defending his music. Its trash's ass. I've heard friends who are absolute no ones play way better with an acoustic guitar and have at least some sense of musicality. Jesus, Italy has many talented people. Get behind those.

[@TheLifeLaVita]

@@aracnide5051 No we don't, everybody in italy likes him. Maybe you're the one that didn't get it, could be or not, but don't blame the others.

[@adriankovacs4133]

Send this to Stevie T.

[@michaelparagas]

I actually searched for this guys because I saw steve t’s video. And it was proven that he can play

[@Thrasher987]

Michael Rene Paragas he sucks. Stevie T is 1000000x the player

[@sethcarson2201]

@@Thrasher987 It's not about who is the better player. Stevie objectively is, but it's about being a dick to an ill man who's trying to enjoy his life's passion despite crippling illness

[@DarkGuardianAngelXI]

​@@Thrasher987 Hello kiddo. First of all, he doesn't suck at all. Second, he was really good until the accident in year 2000 or 2001 (there are still some doubts about when it happened). So, if Richard had had the chance to continue playing guitar and improving himself, he would certainly have been one of the best guitar players. He was fast, technically good, he played with his heart. He loved music more than himself: he knows lots of artists, albums, groups formations, guitars used by guitarists, guitarists, bassists, drummers and so on. He didn't suck, he doesn't suck. Although all italians knows his sad and "trashy" past, we believe Richard is one of the best. He's special for us. The ones who suck is you, who talks like you and who have fun by mocking an ill person. Shame on you.

[@jimpickett6813]

Stevie T is How much younger? Quit talking outta your ass mack!

[@Demon-Knight]

I think this guy is owed a massive apology

[@enzopagone1677]

SCUUSA SCUUSA SCUUSA, ESTEEEER

[@markcatron8996]

I don't agree. I do hate the way people treated him, But while his playing may have suffered, he could still hear, He knew his notes were all over the place. but he continued getting on stage in front of people. As a musician, I cannot understand someone doing that. His runs up and down the neck are what you'll see from someone whom just recently picked up the instrument. People throw stuff at him, and he continues. He went on a TV show, where he was teased, But his reaction, Laying on the floor, screaming like a baby...and he's owed an apology? no way.. He's owed respect, as he was a good musician, But in return, he has brought much of the actions from others on himself.

[@Demon-Knight]

@@markcatron8996 That's a very good point here Mark, yes you're right you would know if it sounds bad, I'm a musician too, so I get you here. And yes you are right about deserving respect. This was the wrong choice of words from me. Now that you mention it, when he was on the floor screaming like that it was horrible to see someone behave that way. He kinda degraded himself by doing that. I hear he kinda got a bit better these days I saw a video that wasn't that long ago, and he sounded pretty decent. Maybe things have improved with his health and behaviour, I don't know. I hope so.

[@robertinferno7862]

@@markcatron8996 the poor guy just wanted to play. I can understand that.

[@markcatron8996]

@@robertinferno7862 I never said he didn't want to play, I'm sure there are millions of other musicians around the world that still enjoy playing, But most are smart enough to know if their skill level is good for a stage. He should know it, Yet he puts himself into a situation where people mock him, His decision, He needs no apology. Go and review other videos of this "Character". In fact, start with his most recent video where he's standing at a cauldron.

[@xposingbullshit2472]

I watched other videos mocking him, making fun of him, abusing him etc. You know what guys? I am the worst guitarist ever. Seriously, I play guitar but I suck. I go to every video about Mr. Benson and I will admit it is me who is the worst, not him. All respect to Mr. Benson

[@DandZee89]

XposingBULLshit24/7 Yeah but you also don’t record guitar videos trying to teach people how to play guitar when you were not that good either....

[@nigel900]

He put himself there to be abused for attention. Wake up....

[@sonidamara5018]

as long as you are happy than its ok.. play guitar is for fun not for competition... i am also guitarist... n young benson play better than me... i had yamaha pasifica n rgx 012.. keep rock n roll...

[@justsil2611]

weirdest comment I've ever seen seek help

[@sonidamara5018]

@@justsil2611 seek help? hahaha

[@hippiesmile2851]

People making fun of this guy on Italian TV just broke my heart. People are heartless and vile. His jazzy stuff is actually pretty good and he can play very well.

[@Rukiman_no16]

''Missing a note is insignificant. Playing without passion is unforgivable'' -Beethoven. Is talent may had gone, but his passion persists to this day. Rest in peace Richard, I hope they have guitars in heaven.

[@HotRod12667]

He was a decent guitarist. Not one of the best shredders, but not the absolute worst.

[@purepepperedchickenrelish5254]

Well put

[@Lovegun.]

He was pretty shit tho....

[@turtlboi2217]

Even if he wasnt the best in his prime he was certainly not bad by any means i think we all genuinely owe richard a serious apology R.I.P

[@marioivanmartinez1745]

We have to make Stevie T watch this

[@azzrhei]

Maybe he saw one of richard benson great riffs but ignores it and proceed to make fun of him just for laughs, views and money.

[@marka9261]

@@azzrhei he did it just for entertainment , money talks

[@xsixx7217]

That's what I was thinking. When I watched the video about his life. I was thinking that it was another funny video about a bad guitarist. But when it started playing his good songs I was in complete shock. I saw just how good he is and realized stevie was just part of the problem with ridiculing this guy that obviously can play and it's not his fault that he is struggling at it now.

[@azzrhei]

@@xsixx7217 he actually apologized on one of his videos.

[@xsixx7217]

@@azzrhei where and when? I've seen all his videos

[@anarchybrain1352]

I worked with Richard Benson in 2017 even though I have known him since 1996, he is a person who has an immense musical culture! we should have done an album together but then he had a heart attack and underwent a heart operation. Today Richard is locked up in Nemi in a long-term care facility, against his will by a "legal guardian" who, in addition to managing Richard's money, also took away the house where he lived separating him from his wife Ester Esposito.

[@LMC-xz6qh]

Please share more information. How did you exactly work with him? Who's his guardian? Has he not seen Ester in a long time?

[@anarchybrain1352]

@@LMC-xz6qh I worked with Richard Benson in Rome, when he was in the south of the city. we should have made an album together and I had already written the material and I was also working with Ester to relaunch Richard's career. Unfortunately he had a heart attack and they operated on his heart. Social services through a judge appointed a person to manage Richard's estate (the house he lived in was no longer his because he had sold it and was due to leave it in April 2017). So Richard's only assets consisted of two electric guitars, two large concert amplifiers and his and Esther's clothes. Ester Esposito, on the other hand, was hospitalized in a psychiatric clinic, because she suffers from schizophrenia, the ones from the court have separated them but I cannot write the motivation here. They have seen each other a few times for special occasions through Richard's fans who have organized rallies. I have currently collaborated with the "Benson Brigades" a group of guys who are working on relaunching Richard's image. I provided a lot of unpublished material I had by Richard from the 90's and early 2000's. don't know who the person who managed Richard's assets is, also because in the Italian courts, if you are not a lawyer you cannot request the files of a case or a lawsuit. To relaunch Richard's career, I organized a special appearance at the Gianna Chilla '(Killa) concert in Rome at the Brittway Garage and it was a real success. many fans recognized him and took a selfie with Richard.

[@LMC-xz6qh]

@@anarchybrain1352 I've heard of the Brigate Benson, in fact I'm subscribed to some of their channels and I love when underground material about Benson comes out. I've been following him for a couple years, longer than all the people who found out about him through Stevie T. I don't speak italian but I've managed to understand a little bit about his story. I know how bad the italian courts are, I'm in Argentina and it's similar here. How did you plan on relaunching his career?

[@anarchybrain1352]

@@LMC-xz6qh My plan to relaunch Richard's career was to take him around the most important clubs in Rome and this worked. Also the idea was to make an album together and make a vinyl copy of it and put it up for auction and the proceeds would go to him. I also did some radio broadcasts dedicated to him. Richard was also a guest on tv by Barbara D'urso on channel 5 in Italy. in March 2017 Richard had also made contact with John Macaluso and they were supposed to form a trio and do some concerts, but unfortunately he had a heart attack. I brought them food to Richard and Ester, I gave them some money to live on, but when the court had them locked up (he in Nemi in a long-term hospital and she in a psychiatric clinic in Tor Cerbara) in two cities distant from that moment I have not been able to hear from them anymore. Ester called me a couple of times asking for help but I have no way of getting them out of there.

[@lordnehmi5890]

@@anarchybrain1352 richard is running his own Chanel now though. So is he fine now?

[@freddiethapriiKma]

He probably skipped metronome day but his melodies were good. I feel bad for what he's become. He has more heart than anyone who throw / threw stuff at him.

[@margaretedwards1366]

A god? You are out of your fucking mind.

[@PutItAway101]

He also skipped tuner day in most of these clips.

[@jihadjohn4119]

@@PutItAway101you're replying to a dudes 4 year old comment about a dead guy's tuning? My man, do what your profile name says and put that damn phone away!

[@deathoftheendless001]

To mr richard benson, im very very sorry.

[@niccolodimeglio585]

check the song and music video "Processione", recorded this year a few weeks before our friend Richard flew to the sky. He demonstrated for the last time all his talent, passion a love for music. I'm sure he's having now and forever the great respect he always deserved. Thank you Richard, rock n roll!

[@SubhadeepDas]

Exactly, Richard Benson played well in his early years before getting arthritis. Sure he was no virtuoso but he clearly had a love for music and could play. After getting hit with arthritis he was pretty much forced to play this obnoxious clown show character, in order to keep making a living, which the internet and guys like StevieT made fun of. And in this final music video he proves the world wrong. You all don't know how debilitating rheumatoid arthritis is and how difficult it is to do anything with it, let alone play guitar. Richard Benson, you have inspired me in ways other great musicians could never have. Rest in peace ❤

[@larryroseline]

I have the same situation like Richard Benson I lost my ability to play the guitar but my heart is still in rock n roll

[@furiouscoinrollhunting4075]

I'll pray for you bro, best of luck.

[@popipopi4112]

What happened? Had a similar situation so I have to stick to a certain playing level (medium/low) because my arms can no longer take the effort

[@gab_gallard]

The lead at 5:48 is really sweet. Something you expect from a professional guitarist. Anyone who hears that and still thinks he isn't talented is simply deaf or a hater.

[@Yuki-oi1cs]

The thing for sure is that most people who hate don't have talent or taste at all.

[@margaretedwards1366]

I don't hate the guy and I'm not deaf . He's not a very good guitarist. If you can't hear that then you're the one who's deaf.

[@gab_gallard]

@@margaretedwards1366 but the solo is good. I agree he goes overboard later when he engages the distortion, but all the clean jamming before that is nice. I don't think he was the best guitarist ever, but he certainly had chops. Physical and mental issues ruined him, not the lack of talent.

[@Lovegun.]

You mean anyone who disagrees with you is a hater or deaf? That's incredible stupid . I don't hate the man and I'm not deaf, but I can put my hand on my heart and say this guy was a terrible player. He sounds like every teenager who gets their first guitar and amp and pretends to shred in their room with the gain too high. His personal issues aside, even when he was healthy he was awful. He always tried to play faster than he could, his picking hand was out of sync with his fretting hand, he constantly missed notes and didn't fret half the ones he didn't and he had no sense of melody at all. He wanted to be Steve Vai but just didn't have the talent or ear. Personally I feel for the guy but for people to say that a terrible disease took his god given talent away is just ridiculous. Yes a disease did hinder his playing incredibly, but he never had that god given talent to begin with. The fact that he kept playing publically and making records when he could barely hold a pick tells me he was either incredibly arrogant, thinking he could still sell music when he couldn't Play, or he has some kind of undiagnosed mental illness that he genuinely though he could still play. He obviously had noone lose to him to tell him to stop or even make him stop, by telling every club or venue not to let him play there. No it's not nice to make fun of a guy who's trying to live out his dream, but there's this thing called reality, and being asked to suspend that, by pretending we're all having a good time and the guy on front of us is playing like Beethoven is just silly. No I wouldn't throw eggs at the guy etc, that's just way overboard, but wtf did he expect? It's just a sad story all around and I'm actually somewhat relieved that they guy passed away because it must have been hell to live that way. This is what happens when you award everyone for participating. We're gonna have a hell of alot more people like this in the future because everyone is told that they're amazing and talented today when they're not.

[@predeterminedmeat5024]

​@@margaretedwards1366Nah i think you're deaf

[@MassimilianoRiccardi68]

Dead poor and misunderstood by many, fortunately surrounded by the affection of his loved ones. A great guitarist, a true rocker, crazy like all artists but brilliant.

[@JoutenShin]

Richard Benson is no longer with us. An evil fate took him away from us.

[@johnnymoon]

I’m not gonna say he was a god, but he was definitely damn good and deserves some respect for it. If he still could use his hands, he could have been more than just a meme.

[@youknowit4954]

No, he was a straight guitar beast dude. He could 100% shred

[@furiouscoinrollhunting4075]

He was called the best guitarist in Spain in 1996 dont say he wasn't a god he is a god

[@mattiasorre1718]

No he wasnt. His "shredding" is just cheating. He doesnt have much technique at all, a dedicated beginner could probably get to the same level in 6 months. But absolutely no excuse for treating him badly

[@furiouscoinrollhunting4075]

Your dumb he is 100% a guitar God thus video was capturing his later days when he started having arthritis

[@furiouscoinrollhunting4075]

You think you can get to the total of stains best guitarist in 6 months your just a hater you are very dumb for thinking he sucks

[@unkmus]

3:09 and 3:59 that is the most beautiful melody I heard in awhile. How can someone disrespect such artist? This matrix needs to start over and correct the bugs, it's already hurting my soul.

[@loganst.marseille1061]

Bruh its an extremely basic chord progression

[@blockminer7491]

Pretty basic ngl

[@Bridgelessalex]

That is Canon

[@TheAestheticGoofball]

Been looking for that song

[@Bridgelessalex]

Also, if you are into theory, the progression is 1 5 6 3 4 1 2 5

[@scottinWV]

Richard has lost more talent than I'll ever have. God Bless Him for still getting out there and trying anyway. It must be hard waking up knowing what he's lost.

[@sickhorrorfreak]

RIP RICHARD. ITALY'S GREATEST GUITAR PLAYER EVER

[@Lovegun.]

Jesus there must be some fuckin awful players there then....

[@marklesteralejandro7599]

Is this the worst guitarist player? NO!

[@Marco29Smith_]

Richard was a poet and an extraordinary entertainer. He had an extraordinary musical culture. Era un artista e aveva una grande passione per la musica.

[@xlivcorex]

1:01 Leggendo oggi della sua scomparsa, ascoltando questo suo Riff, mi fa scendere più di una lacrima sulla guansa 😭.

[@MandrakeMoorglade]

This guy got way more famous playing badly than he ever did playing well.

[@NeedNepsis]

:46 riff made me tear up, realizing what this guy has gone through and how he is treated for being brave, Stevie T did go overboard, but I’ll bet he didn’t realize what this man has been through, he is an outstanding guitarist and brave enough to embrace his loss even though it was a huge one.

[@tempu4099]

Stevie did apologize after he learned the true story.

[@radovanpaunovic126]

@@tempu4099 did he?Can you PLEASE find and post the link here?I'll try and cant find

[@NeedNepsis]

Temp U I know

[@daghetto101]

@@tempu4099 Did he?? LOL his video is still up Lol... Watch KDH vid about him. He's a tool.

[@PachoMoncadaM]

@@tempu4099 he apologized only to make fun of him just mere seconds after. Stevie T sucks as a human being

[@youngjerrylee]

Richard passed away yesterday.... R.I.P. brother...

[@dzdogg]

He may not be as good of a guitarist compared to many players out there but even with his disability, He is still better than me or anybody else in heart. With all the mockery, bad shows and the food throwing he gets, he still does what he loves to do, play guitar and that's what I call PASSION... Much respect to this Man.

[@fractalife]

he was 100000x more handsome than Stevie-T

[@Strato13]

Stevie T's an ugly fuck.. but funny at times..

[@michaelowens3353]

LMBO WOW 😲 😳🤯

[@alienduce-unocero]

And 100000 times less cringy than that fucker

[@DevotioOfficial]

Why do looks matter?

[@ALIKHAN-fw3vq]

Handsome & talented

[@DarkGuardianAngelXI]

1:01 I love it. Edit: Sì, caro Richard, me l'hai fatta scendere eccome la lacrima sulla guancia. E non solo una.

[@genesimmons3114]

Bellissime parole le tue, Richard merita il massimo rispetto specialmente adesso che non sta bene. Se tutti fossero come te, sicuramente Richard avrebbe avuto il dovuto rispetto.

[@xlivcorex]

Questo riff mi trasmette una forte nostalgia quando lo ascolto 😭❤

[@wayneskurrie1010]

Who cares whos the best. Find what you love and do it every day.

[@mr.magicmittens3366]

This is the best comment in this entire comment strand!

[@diavolcinstes]

Applause ! For normality!

[@vladimirbogosavljevic8039]

Im guitar player over 15 years ... going trough different styles , different models ... this sounds me like fine improvisation , a slow part , from around 5 minute to 10-11 ... loks like he play direct from head , which if its like that actually verry good !!

[@anarchybrain1352]

Guys i give to you a bad news. Unfortunately today 10 May 2022 Richard Benson is dead, it's not a joke, I would like it to be but unfortunately it is not. I have worked with him, and I am devastated by this news .

[@yargnad]

His only issue was that he didn't progress past shred into more tasteful music, that is more melodic and easier to play, as his condition worsened. He had a decent sense of melody, but chose mainly to focus on technical shredding. IMO, his arthritis is likely due to his unorthodox playing style. Leo Kottke is the most amazing 12 string player I've ever seen or heard and he required surgery on his hands to correct issues stemming from his playing style and had to relearn how to play in a different way, this actually happened twice. His style is still immediately recognizable but he has evolved to be far more than he was when he first started playing. Richard was not the worst guitarist by any means, but even back then he wasn't really picking cleanly and there are a lot of false notes and runs that basically sound like practicing scales. His parts with bending are far more interesting musically than the straight arpeggio runs. This is a common trap for many guitarists with technical ability but not much else.

[@yargnad]

@Mister Problematic Actually, I am not. Carpal syndrome can cause arthritis and vice versa. Poor posture and/or technique can cause joint damage, leading to arthritis just as easily as it can cause soft tissue damage such as carpal tunnel syndrome.

[@yargnad]

@Mister Problematic Again you're wrong. You may at least want to verify before you respond.

[@brogoram]

He can"t. The thing is...its not only artritist. He tried to kill himself after that artritis thing. He survived and the medic succeed on bringing him back but sadly, he wasn't himself like he used to be after that incident. Maybe half of his insanity was left on the other side.

[@LMC-xz6qh]

This guy is not the standard for guitar shredders. Proper shredders, and guitarist with actual technical ability, sound way better than him.

[@saiyaniam]

Wtf you on about?? No amount of guitar playing will riddle your body with arthritis!

[@CosmicHarmony58]

I'm glad I further researched into this guy after Steve's video. I first thought he's legitimately bad and wanted to see his "bad" playing...But man, it truly brings a tear to my eye, the fact he lost his ability to continue his most beloved thing to do. As a guitar player myself, it does hurt a lot knowing what happened. You were truly great buddy, just know that 👌

[@yapolloable]

trust me, i've seen worst guitarists

[@matteo5738]

Of Richard we have only seen what he wanted to show us. He wanted to bring his idea of ​​the super excited metalhead in order to shock, interest the public and bring them closer to music by offering something not obvious. He purposely used the slightly out of tune guitar and a very high level of distortion because it served his message. Furthermore, it is clear that his instructional videos were not serious teaching videos but were more to impress the kids so as to bring them closer to music and guitar. In reality he was a good guitarist and very good and professional guitar teacher with an excellent knowledge of music even on a theoretical level. Then at the end of the 90's he started having health problems and losing his skills, he had a very serious accident which fortunately he survived, but from then on he was never the same.

[@eilampniel2962]

1:04 What the hell he richard used to be a really decent melodic guitarist

[@nitheshsp5750]

He was a pretty excellent guitarist back then and now he is not worse but a champion because he's still playing his heart even though he has many obstacles in his body, guys he is an inspiration for many and you bloody rather throwing shits at him you aspire what he does with the feel and soul in it , if he is physically disabled and you don't understand that fact go on and keep mockin since you all are disabled from your head.. nobody can help it.... Anyways respect to this great persona and you keep rockin Ben\m/

[@MrYoraco]

I can't imagine myself chasing the memories of having the ability to play guitar very well... ... must hurt inside a lot

[@d.d.d.5684]

per la passione per la tua immensa cultura musicale , per me sei un grande

[@bluephoenix3865]

I feel bad for Richard benson he deserves better keep playing Richard benson 😢😢

[@Room-uc5se]

Well fuck. Now I feel like an asshole. This man was good....really sucks he lost his ability to play like he used to. But for fucking real, he has the guts to keep going and perform live.

[@tacoma5543]

Thank you Fil for treating the man with compassion. You always give the bands and solo artists a fair shake and never bad mouth anyone. I wish I knew you, I think we'd be good friends even if 3,000 or so miles away in the states. 👍🎼🎸🎵🎶

[@ralphyetmore]

The "worst guitarist" moniker seems to be a satirical act he and his audience are aware of. His audience pay to see him perform and throw soft items. The guy figured out a way to keep performing and collecting an income, despite his physical ailment. Rather genius.

[@Musashiwith46gun]

I know there was something tragic happened to him. And I am impressed by his will of playing. That's something I really appreciate him. But... Yes, he could play before, but he wasn't that great as some said. He didn't shred as good as most of the shredders back to that time. People always over exaggerate about someone if there was something bad happened to that person. It's neither a good react to this kind of things I think. Give someone a proper judgement is important.

[@dhya60]

Music is not about about "who the best of the best is". He's a really good guitarist and he's so passionate about music that he didn't stop even after he became ill. Losing one's talent is absolutely devastating and I can't imagine what people go through when they lose it for whatever reason. For example, I love drawing illustrations and my biggest fear is losing my left hand.

[@Musashiwith46gun]

@@dhya60 I know. I comment just because some of people here think he is a god. That's why I said "Give someone a proper judgement is important."

[@Musashiwith46gun]

@@dhya60 I appreciate he on his efforts. I even said that on my comment.

[@Musashiwith46gun]

@Don Laud I never say anything about he have no emotion or something like that. I even think he is a decent guitarist. But he's not a god. I just comment on this because a lot of blind believers think he is a god.

[@Musashiwith46gun]

@Don Laud He's a realtough guy. I appreciate him on this.

[@Blitzkrieg.u812]

Speaking as a musician... THAT WAS TERRIBLE ...

[@larrybruton6375]

As a musician wished I could of met him. R.I.P.

[@hotman718]

That first solo was actually very melodic.

[@LMC-xz6qh]

The guy was...pretty good when he didn't try to shred. (Even through, unfortunately, most of his songs are rip offs) When he did try to shred, his playing was usually full of sloppiness, mistakes and random notes, and his picking technique was always off IMO. He has also always had timing issues as shown in Adagio in Re, where he sometimes fails to play the main theme on time. I think he reached his peak in the 80's and early-to-mid 90's. There's a instructional audio uploaded somewhere on youtube which features the best playing I've heard from Benson. Madre Tortura is a great song (quite surprised you didn't include the majestic riff that starts at 11:42) and the album on itself is pretty good if you excuse his mistakes and sloppiness.

[@MetalGames95]

The man has arthritis

[@Romax-pg2is]

There were times where he actually did try to shred in this video. He stopped being good at it once the 2000s rolled around and he was diagnosed with arthritis

[@LMC-xz6qh]

@@Romax-pg2is He was already not a very good shredder in the late 90s. His shredding was extremely sloppy at times, as you can listen on his Madre Tortura album. Parts of it are on this video, but they left out the bad sections. If you want to listen to prime Benson, search up for "Richard benson per corde e grida audio raro". He could actually shred like a beast back in the 80s and early 90s. It's a shame we don't have any actual albums or videos from that era.

[@Musashiwith46gun]

@@LMC-xz6qh Agreed. He's not that great. I heard some of his song he play before 00 but didn't impress me. Still, he was much better than now. If he was influenced by his illness that's truly a sad story.

[@azzrhei]

Rip offs? Like what? Can you name some.

[@Nightwinflyer]

This video restores my faith in humanity. Anyone struggling (Steve T- esp after your heartfelt video) should have much more empathy for others.

[@GBIruam]

A Virtous just like Jason Becker. It's such a sad thing to see that much talent being destroied by a disease. I wish i could 'get' his arthritis to me just for giving this guy the oportunity to shine and shred all over the globe. All hail to Richard Benson

[@Lovegun.]

You've got to be kidding right?

[@kylemaducdoc]

im crying for him like if we had a movie about him wed all feel sorry :(

[@apolloparreno7872]

This guy better than slash

[@pkwiva]

Richard Benson was actually good at one point! This is so refreshing!

[@robertolensi7240]

In my opinion mr Benson was a good Guitar player,not the best nor the worst.R.I.P. and play with angels ( or demons if you like)

[@laurateaho-white9654]

Richard was a better guitarist than Stevie T could ever hope to be.

[@DoomKid]

Certainly less annoying lol

[@sydnayallen6762]

Lmao.. That's a good one.

[@hshan7126]

he used to be real rockstar too bad he got ill with his personality he would be like Italian Ozzy type of rockstar (maybe smarter and more talented)

[@furiouscoinrollhunting4075]

Not just more talented hed be up their with Steve vai

[@10thousandHoursOfPractice]

Lmfao

[@Hunter-Hisoka]

R.I.P. Richard Benson

[@hughjazz7229]

RIP richard

[@doomaniac2237]

It's so sad what happened to Richard Benson, he was so awesome, but arthritis eventually ruined his life

[@sylvesteryohanis6959]

After watching the video from Stevie T. Channel, I've been searching another videos of him. Well, apparently his not the worst guitarist at all. HE CAN PLAY THE GUITAR actually. Respect for him😁🤘🏿

[@shudson23]

Omg this is so sad to see. How this man lost his talent because of arthritis and became a joke for everyone on internet while he could shred pretty good. It must have sucked a lot when you cannot something you loved.😢

[@ambardas5779]

And someday #Hollywood will make a movie on his life and make billions...

[@sonidamara5018]

yea is realy good idea..

[@matiaspalacios83]

Yes

[@boddhiswaha5446]

Juish version will portray him as gay or black

[@AmirGoshtasbi]

Yeah, F*** Hollywood.

[@armandblake]

Played by Tommy Wiseau

[@albino5995]

I seen a video in this guy last week on him being ‘the worst guitarist ever’ and it was really sad. You could clearly see and hear that he could play but arthritis has crippled his talent sadly. Playing is what he loves doing so it is sad that he cannot do it the way he knows he can.

[@Strato13]

From what I see here, the guy was very good. More than what I can do.

[@s.i.cowboy2622]

The story of this man is truly sad. Ive seen the Stevie T video, but never thought much about it. Until just now hearing what poor mr benson used to sound like, im ashamed to say that i was one of those who mocked him. But now my heart weeps for this man.. Still like Stevie, but i do feel bad for Mr Benson.

[@borbi420]

For those Who don't know, he died a few days ago, i'm Sorry for that

[@viktorhemgren]

I would go see him (bring him to Stockholm!), and instead of throwing shit we should applaud him

[@shayanmirhoseyni675]

WOW he is amazing man and steve t realy dont no abaut richard benson

[@reguetondecubabeats136]

Thank you for this video ❤️

[@ChainNonSmoker]

It's still "ok" at the very best, I'm not saying I am virtuoso myself but haven't we heard plenty of stuff so much better in both aesthetic and pure motoric point of view before. Still I'd say he COULD play and no one deserves to be bullied anyway.

[@warwritter]

True.

[@domenicomora4828]

E pensare che già qui aveva cominciato ad accusare i problemi alle mani... Artrite cronica... Incurabile! Ma continuava... Sempre! Anche quando non poteva muovere più le mani! Qui era proprio l'inizio della sua dipartita! Ma non si è mai dato per vinto... Anche se caduto in una profonda depressione! Io adoro e adorerò sempre Richard Benson! Sempre! E fanculo a tutti quelli che dicono il contrario! Plagi o non plagi... Errori o non errori... Frega un cazzo.... La sua cultura e la sua passione l'ha portata avanti fino alla morte! Significa amare cioè che fai! Silenzio per Richard! Basta battute etc etc! Era un grande... E sempre così rimarrà! Non vedo l'ora che esca processione! Il suo ultimo pezzo! A quasi settant'anni ha ripreso a suonare dopo essersi curato! Lo stimo da morire!

[@missygenerationone9597]

Richard is a very interesting and legendary character of rome music underground, The history of benson is legendary. You may not know that his great-grandfather his grandfather and father were the greatest advertising tycoons in the world, benson, one of the largest advertising companies in Victorian England, from which hundreds of companies have emerged, including smarties, the toucan of Guinness and many other things, the Benson family had friendships with Churchill (father) and had an immense fortune at the time. its noble ancestry even dates back to medieval kinship with William the conqueror.

[@tamahome1970]

RIP Richard Benson respectful and thank you very much sometimes Stevie T Public Apology and Recalls to Richard when never thru then at cannot Bashing out. Rest in Peace,Richard Benson

[@matthewgibbs1366]

That tune at 4:15 is spot on from the movie Twins 💚💚🤘

[@Kukuryk666]

Nie wiem czemu tyle osób uważa go za najgorszego gitarzystę na świecie. Dla mnie gość ma talent i tyle. Poprostu w pewnym momencie swojego życia zeswirowal i narazie... Spokojnie zrobiłby duża karierę nawet dziś jako muzyk gdyby nie te jego... szaleństwo...

[@ksiezniczkaciemnosci2846]

nie zeswirowal tylko dostal artretyzm i zaczal swirowac dopiero po tym

[@castinwithcarter8922]

Most of his slower stuff is pretty nice to listen to, and the part that starts at around 10:40 is really good in my opinion. Definitely better at shredding than me and definitely not going to forgive Stevie or anyone else who has made fun of this guitarist for a long time.

[@aliensporebomb]

Surprisingly good given the videos I've seen pointing him out as the ultimate terrible guitarist - let me tell you I've heard far worse and I can give examples. People in the comments below are saying things like he wasn't as precise as some of the shredders. I hear a guy with a lot of soul in his playing and he would have been considered a guitar god in the upper echelon in the late 1970s. It's when he does try to play faster than his skill allows where we start hearing some of the discordant noisy playing that we do later. Speed was like a drug to some guitar players, seeking it above all else when the average person (read: non guitar player) is listening to the melodies and riffs. What this really shows us is that arthritis can be a terrible and debilitating thing and Benson must feel like his own body is betraying him.

[@CesarClouds]

Richard Benson R.I.P.

[@TOPAZBLUEFOX]

Okay 00:45 was pretty cool, very progressive riff given this was long ago.

[@chec9611]

goodbye richard , see you there brother

[@angrydude5215]

I think he really had un unique style, he's lick seemed so passionate and self explaining. What a talent he was, now he is mocked by kids like Steve T who has 0 talent. Music and melody is far beyond shred.

[@josephpyatt3685]

Stevie T is a much better musician than Benson was.

[@angrydude5215]

@@josephpyatt3685 every one has an opinion, yes every one have besides the fact that your totally wrong, did you even hold a guitar to judge

[@josephpyatt3685]

@@angrydude5215 Go listen to some of Stevie Ts songs off his album. Benson was a sloppy shredder even before arthritis crippled him. I'm not saying he deserves to have food thrown at him. Those people are animals btw and need to be in cages. But you all need to get a grip, he was good, not great. But hey, if you like him listen to him.

[@angrydude5215]

@@josephpyatt3685 Yeah don't want to argue mate but i already compare Steve and Benson. I love both of them but personally Benson is better. Melody>Shred. Benson is way better on melody soloing

[@AlejandroCastillo-bw5zr]

stevie t sucks no soul only annoying shred

[@j.p2689]

I grew up in Italy, where Richard is basically the laughing stock of metal/I pick musicians. As young metal heads, we used to watch his TV program and laugh like crazy. We always had respect for him though, knowing his tragic story. Grande Richard, ti vogliamo bene!!! \m/

[@kevztunz]

He's no Paul Gilbert, but certainly a solid player.

[@angelomichaelb.cribello8678]

What in the heck happened to this man? His playing in this video is so god damn amazing...

[@andrewjohn979]

Arthritis, this guy can't even move his fingers without feeling immense pain but he still dedicated to playing. Such passion is and dedication is rare. Much respect

[@brogoram]

Artritis..and then after that frustration, he tried to kill himself.. jumping from a bridge but he survived and was brought back by the medic. He wasnt fully himself after they brought him back.

[@gab_gallard]

Although is not confirmed I think he has been struggling with some kind of mental health issue. You can see this in his demeanor of the last 20 years.

[@mifo2069]

Arrivederci Richard :(

[@alwanrosyidi3753]

Sound raw but still decent to listen. RIP Mr. Benson.

[@zigmeekane4361]

The world should know this... I feel sorry for him.. I also belong to the mass that made fun of him..!! Sorry, Mr Benson.

[@77iam97]

Sorry Mr Benson for laughing at you before that was not nice but your playing here is brilliant wtf happened Champ.

[@jantzenallen3077]

Arthritis happened sadly in his fingers

[@sandro3103]

rip richard

[@rustyinfinity731]

1:02 is so beautiful

[@kevinlee7667]

I found Benson on Stevie t and been fascinated by him since watched bios and listened to albums it's sad they trow stuff at him the fire still burns in him and he refused to be put down that is a strong man and he continues cause of his passion he a old man it's like making fun and throwing shit at a grandpa I think Stevie t putting that video made him more popular than ever cause people want to see more so thank u Stevie t for showing him to me

[@jordanbiggs5615]

This guys needs the help he can get. Lets us spread the word about his sad story and how talented he was back in the day.

[@MachineGunManUFMS]

That's one cool JEM. And he was a tasty player, with damn good chops and all. Arthritis SUCKS!

[@danielsgrunge]

I remember hearing some jazzy thing he was playing and being quite impressed

[@jhonrusev4311]

Pay some respect people.Even that he have arthritis,he kept on playing now days.For me he is a hero.

[@MedalionDS9]

Thank you for sharing this compilation... a lot of videos of these "earlier" performances were obviously re-dubbed to sound worse to further mock and confuse people.

[@mylesoswin8855]

listen to exotic escape its awesome! disturbing,yet compelling, his guitar style was avant garde with his own specific sound..there is far more feeling and understanding of his instrument than anyone gives him credit for

[@LMC-xz6qh]

He only sings on that song tho.