Bumblefoot recording fretless guitar solo to "Little Brother Is Watching"

[@johnhernandez1505]

It's safe to say that Bumblefoot is easily one of the greatest and most unique guitar player today. Absolutely amazing!

[@damdahu]

Yes!!! The fretless guitar is back!

[@1979GenXdude]

Ron, I didn't know you until the last couple of days...and in my humble opinion you are one of the most inspiring guitarists of the moment. I, as an 80's fanatic, was stuck on guitarist like Norum, Marcello, Lukather, Satriani, Gilbert, Kotzen and Vai en actually thought things couldn't get much better than that. Watching you has changed my mind about that. You're really great to watch and listen! Also, you have this great vibe and seem to stand close to your fans. Thank you for uploading your great inspiring vids. I salut you!

[@Bumblefoot]

Thanks so much!!!!!! :D

[@einarabelc5]

Brother, your site blew my mind. You have a lot of guts to be so vulnerable like that, truly inspirational because of that vulnerability. I second what I said before, we need more people with attitudes like yours. Live long and well and prosper. And even though I've haven't seen you live I'd say it: Thank You!

[@Bumblefoot]

+einarabelc5 Thank YOU!!!!!!! :D

[@guilhermedearaujo154]

Bumblefoot you're awesome

[@marlonscloud]

awesome playing

[@andersonalves29]

Mascos De Ros has broght me here! Brazil!!!!

[@talorockman7113]

Amazing

[@GhostGuitars]

Absolutely stunning playing

[@chrisparker6282]

HE IS SO MUCH FUN TO WATCH!

[@MrPorrohman]

Cannot believe what i see and hear. When the good witch comes, there are only 2 wishes i need: Endless health for me and my family and getting your guitar skills! Thanx and all the best 4 you!

[@Bumblefoot]

+MrPorrohman THANK YOU!!!! :D

[@AhmadNadar]

I LOVE YOU BUMBLEFOOT!!

[@nobody1616]

Wow....Nice...Love that sound,and you're my idol..

[@mcfilipi]

Marcos De Ros brought me here! cheers from Brazil!

[@henrypsosa5220]

Grande De Ros

[@carlosradtke]

+1

[@caiosouza1771]

+1

[@felipemorais2859]

+1

[@Keyboard5025]

+1

[@gutterpunk4203]

I saw sons of Apollo live at the ace of spades in Sacramento I believe it was in 2018, i had never heard of them but my step dad said "Mike Portnoy" and I was like " fuck yeah I'm in" the whoke car ride there we talked about bumblefoot, I had heard of him beforw but never heard him play, when I saw the guitar with the smooth fret board my jaw hit the floor because i had never heard of anything of the sort, the show was fantastic, I was blown away, as an aspiring guitar player my musical life was changed forever and im dedicated to improving my skills, ive been playing for almost 12 years and im nowhere near where i thought i would be when I started, but people like bumblefoot inspire me to practice and find new awesome ways to change and improve my sound

[@Bumblefoot]

Thank you!! :D

[@joseevita]

Cannot wait to hear the whole album!!

[@superdynamite7800]

I'm loving this album.

[@poisoneddog2967]

I'm a huge gnr fan Ron and knew you had talent but was unaware of your superb personality haha it actually imo takes your playing to an untouchable individual level - take a bow Ron unreal stuff - dan uk

[@Bumblefoot]

+Dan Williams Thank you!!! :D

[@GhostGuitars]

Very original. and SICK!

[@advogadoemconstrucao]

Mais uma ótima dica do Marcos de Ros!

[@marcospaul0]

Bumblefoot you are an excellent guitarist one of the best in the world a guy super good people and still the most humble that I have seen you deserve all the success of the brother world Ass: Your big fan Marcos Paulo :)

[@aprofondir]

Awesome!

[@rafaeltavares584]

It sounds like vintage bumblefoot...I liked it!

[@yusazua]

You sir are a god! Thank you for sharing this. So awesome!

[@talesguitarra1070]

Meu Amigo DE 1 TUDO .

[@jovintagle2372]

Love this song man.

[@ludwigmarcello8915]

this guy is amazing!!!!

[@devilcry16]

Marcos De Ros brought me here! cheers from BR

[@dwhizzledizzle3538]

Wow! You have a great singing voice too!

[@zabelius1]

Ron, you are absolutely outstanding! Not only using shredding in a typical way, but lift it up to a very musical level. Hmm... English isn´t my mother language, but I think you know what I mean. Your style is very unique and tasteful. Cheers, Axel.

[@gxm777]

Ron, you're a stud. :) Love your singing. Keep up the nice work sir.

[@sashingopaul3111]

Many guitarists need 24 frets. You sit there like: “Frets? Who needs ‘em

[@jhony_ssp]

the best

[@SamParry_IsolaeCain]

I wish I could find one of your DoubleBFoot' here in the UK, if you're ever over here you're welcome to tea/coffee and a lot of home-made cake (my other passion outside of guitar) haha! This album has been seeing me through 6 months of recovery from an operation and has inspired me to get more creative so lots and lots of thanks to you Ron! :)

[@Bumblefoot]

+Sam Parry Thanks so much :) Keep that creative spirit strong!! :D

[@SamParry_IsolaeCain]

Bumblefoot I will do my very best!! :D Good luck with all you've got coming up this year, hope it brings you even more success and achievement, but most of all fun! :) All the best and thank you for responding to me! :)

[@pengenliburan4732]

GUITARMAN WITH GOOD PERSONALITY YOU ARE THE BEST RONN!

[@pridenjoy9437]

this guys is guitar beast

[@ChrisPrested777]

Thanks for coming to Newcastle next year Ron......Centre of the six string universe (well maybe) Can't wait for the new album.........Awesome !!!

[@jaredarseneault9414]

I got to see you live with GnR a bunch of years ago, and I mean I got to see YOU, because your presence was all I could focus on! As a guitar player myself I can easily say it was an honor being able to watch you do what you do! Where I live, we don't get to see many big names, and I never thought I'd actually be able to see a guitar hero of mine till then. You're a true inspiration man! Cheers from Eastern Canada!

[@Bumblefoot]

Thank you so much! :D

[@alvich]

Ron! Y U SO GOOD! Your work will forever be one of my inspirations to keep being creative! Salutes from Bolivia!

[@Bumblefoot]

Gracias!! :D

[@shtfeu]

Awww yeah here comes what I've been waiting for... gimme more now

[@ChadSmith305]

I'M BUMBLEFOOT!!!! Being a big fan of SOR, this was a really cool video to watch/listen to! Thanks for uploading this man!!!

[@MARKWHITE007]

You are a freaking GOD!!!

[@deyvessonvieira5311]

Marcos De Ros brought me here... I´m from Brazil

[@kjk811]

Yes, big fan of yours Ron, Greetings from Canada and Happy New Year!!

[@ianescabral8173]

Tuas músicas são boas.

[@OssyMarte]

I came by indication of Marcos de Ros, congratulations for your work.

[@jhowsantos]

I'am here, by Marcos de Ros. I like you work. Thanks

[@TheTerendul]

J'adore !!!!! :-)

[@bobbyfikesmusicfun]

Awesome. You rock bro. Thanks for singing Happy Birthday to me last week! This is Bobby from Houston.

[@decmccallion]

Just got your most recent album Ron, It's sublime!!:). It's undoubted that you're one of the best guitarists on the planet, but what I find a little odd is that no one ever comments on your voice and how strong it is and its range...? Well I'm making a stand today!!:)) Not only are you an unbelievable guitarist your also an unbelievable singer too!!;) Sonically, the new album is a melodious sound-scape, congratulations!! Keep on rockin' brother like only you can!! All the best for the future Ron to you and your family.

[@Bumblefoot]

Dec McCallion Thank you so much!! :D

[@anthonytaylor9368]

Dec McCallion I have always loved his vocals TOO! What I Knew , and Rockstar For A Day are two that jump out as vocal greats

[@decmccallion]

Anthony Taylor Absolutely mate, and the new album is something else, sonically its unreal. I think it showcases Ron as a great all-round musician and not just the phenomenal guitarist we know him to be. The guitar kicks up a storm when it needs to yet sits underneath at times also, adding melody to the vocals that sit on top. Overall these subtleties combine to enhance the soundscape. And hey, it's fun too, Ron really shines through individually!!:)

[@mattharris2398]

Really enjoyed your playing live at the Ace Of Spades Sacramento California

[@markchichkan4854]

Thats sick dude and I dig your pipes to man! Great great stuff...

[@Sangeoli]

Man..I still love you Are you alive? I'm your big fan

[@eduardojoseph6329]

Legal pra caramba. Gosto demais do seu trabalho.

[@Lazaro_Moncao]

De Ros mandou curti e comentar e ja fiz minha parte. abraços brasil na parada.

[@kadirbullang5082]

Hi Ron :) You rock!!

[@jimkavanagh9521]

Great stuff Ron, as always.

[@norixx39]

Awesome cool! I love your play and sound. When will you come Japan?

[@Bumblefoot]

Arigato :) *Hopefully* in 2015.....? :)

[@phil48max]

Bumblefoot and in france?

[@maskplayer8858]

I love 😂😂❤

[@BOOSETO]

Just seeing him drag the harmonics, im sold on fretless. Also interesting to have the fretted neck below for reference on the fretless above. Im sure the fretless on the double neck is easier to play than the single.

[@KevBeltrao]

miss recife's workshop, we need a full concert just with your solo career

[@cezarromero]

Marcos De Ros brought me here! !!! You're awesome!!!

[@Ronnieming2]

Wonderful and AWESOME perform in Kuching Sarawak...Hope to see you again

[@Bumblefoot]

Ronnie Wong Thank you!! Was so much fun!!! :D

[@marceloandrade3696]

Marcos de Ros brought me here! You're so fucking good!

[@carlosradtke]

come to brazil

[@fredrikpihl]

Yeah! Cool and awesome playing as usual buddy! This video makes me want my Vigier Double neck even more…. waiting for february for two reasons now! New Bfoot album and a Vigier double neck.

[@fredrikpihl]

Btw, is that a delta metal fingerboard on your guitar? :)

[@Ogamisugizo]

Bumblefoot Hello, Do you feel any difference between the imetal and delta metal from a sound/sustain point of view? Anyway another great album in the works! yeah!

[@Bumblefoot]

Ogamisugizo Haven't noticed any difference, both feel pretty much the same to me.................

[@marcelociano9440]

Muito bom!!!!!

[@cocoro95]

macos De Ros told me about your chanell, great songs man

[@marecek1able]

Will you sometime play in the Czech Republic?

[@Bumblefoot]

+nicota1 Would love to, so beautiful there! Hopefully......... :)

[@michaelkarismana_official88889]

Wow... keren sekali 😊👏👏👏

[@mariaharald9779]

cool...greetings from 2 musicians (sitar & tanpura) from germany....(maria&harald,the nectar of the night)...

[@masbro1901]

darn... this dude is rocks.. i didn't know you until i search mike portnoy..

[@francis154]

went to your show in singapore ite yesterday! God you are so amazing! Thanks for coming to singapore!

[@Bumblefoot]

Francis King Thank you so much! Was a pleasure, hope to see yo all again :)

[@carlosvictor1740]

Marcos De Ros Brazil Love Music BumbleFoot

[@matheusrodriguesdesousa9825]

MEU AMIGO, QUE BELEZA!!

[@lucasutimate]

rsrs

[@MrLestatdelion]

Vim por recomendação do Marcos de Ros!! Apesar que já acompanhava o Ron Thal, cara é monstro

[@diclo383]

Man... Pretty strong musical image you have there, to play fretless with that precision eh?

[@Giltindor]

My dream: G5 with you Buckethead, Guthrie Govan, Mattias IA Eklundh and Christophe Godin (and/or Tom Geschläger alias Fountainhead or David Fiuczynski)

[@tonykratos]

Giltindor that's almost My top 5,lol.I will add Michael Romeo.

[@janrystar]

Play in Singapore!

[@italohenri8045]

você faz a guitarra falar bumblefoot e o rock n roll existir.

[@ronanuric0132]

What is the name of guitar you use to play Estranged?The red colour...Its cool!

[@Bumblefoot]

+Ronan Uric01 Vigier "GV Rock" guitar :) vigierusa.com/index.php/guitars/g-v/g-v-rock/ www.vigierguitars.com/page/fiche_produit.php?id_prod=2391

[@ronanuric0132]

+Bumblefoot Thanks..btw all of your guitars are awesome..

[@victortallica18]

ótimo

[@dwrdyts]

You should have more subscribers my friend!

[@WarlokMetal]

That's pretty sick. George Lynch does a lot of the vibrato slides on his fretted guitars. He says that the strings/finger tips actually get pretty hot from the friction. To the point that his fingers hurt. Do you run in to this with your fretless?

[@Bumblefoot]

No pain from the fretless, it's smooth sailin' :)

[@WarlokMetal]

What kind of strings are you using on both guitars? Not to get too personal or anything...

[@Bumblefoot]

jason mccullough D'Addario 12-56 on the fretless, 9-46 on fretted :) www.bumblefoot.com/gear.php

[@WarlokMetal]

Cool, that is exactly what I was wondering! I knew you used D'Addario, just not which gauge. I guess I could've worded it a bit more directly. Cheers!

[@laertixc5]

Awesome work Ron!The fretless is on a whole other level when it comes to expressing yourself on the guitar.how much does that beast cost?

[@Bumblefoot]

Thank you! Check 'em out at vigierusa.com/index.php/guitars/ :)

[@bananahetfield]

Hi Mister Thal ! What a great solo... As usual. And THAT VOICE!! But I have a lil' question about your guitar if I you mind : what's the metal used on your fretboard? Thx, and go on dude, you rock \m/

[@Bumblefoot]

Thank you! :D The old versions of the guitar had a brass-ish metal, the new models are more of a stainless steel... :)

[@bananahetfield]

Thanks a lot for the answer ! With your help I'll be able to finish my custom fretless guitar !!

[@quax23477]

Those fretless guitars sound pretty sick. Also take a look at Tim Donahue.

[@kimberlystuddard5837]

Man I can do the fretted part but I bet i'd fail on the fretless part. You have any lessons on fretless?

[@HastOsth]

Dont know why, but im quite pissed off with everyone. Ive been obsessing and listening to Ron since 1997. Have all the albums and been trying to spread em to everyone. I feel bad he had to join GnR to get more of the exposure he deserves. Anyway Ron, i love everything you do, cause its original, everything you do is awsome. Everyone check this old ass vid of him and Guthrie g fooling around at naam like 2010. Pure Gold!

[@cheyeguy]

I've always enjoyed your music man. You have a style that is just out of this world! Just at a curiosity, do you tour around the U.S. much? I see that you are usually touring out in other countries, and when you are in the U.S, unfortunately there's never a show anywhere close to where I'm at. I live out in Louisville, Kentucky lol I would love to see you play a full show out here, or at least a guitar clinic. The only guys we have gotten out here recently have been Vinnie Moore, Michael Angelo Batio, George Lynch, and a few others. They are all fantastic guitarists and really cool people, but they just aren't good ol' Ron Bumblefoot Thal :p haha I would really love to see you sometime man :) Keep up the incredible music!

[@Bumblefoot]

+Cheyenne Powell Thank you sooo much!! Hopefully can get out your way in 2016 :) All the best!!

[@cheyeguy]

Yeah man, that would be awesome! And thanks for the reply. :) I know I'm probably just one out of a million of your fans, but if you remember, just try and hit me up when you tour the states man. I know quite a bit of promoters around my area, and I'm sure they would be interested in getting you down here for a show :)

[@TaylorBellemare]

Wow! Speechless man! You are such an amazing player. Really can't wait for this album. Question: Does the fingerboard of the fretless make a huge difference in sound? I was thinking about tearing the frets out of an old guitar and experimenting with either keeping it wood or putting a sheet of some type of metal.

[@Bumblefoot]

TaylorBellemare Metal definitely has more sustain than wood... I'd go with metal.....

[@WaywardYak]

Another option (that might be easier than fashioning a fingerboard out of metal) would be to leave the wood and coat it in something hard (an epoxy or whatever). The fingerboard material will make a difference to the sound, but I think the bigger thing with a fretless guitar is really the sustain. With a bass at least there's a lot of mass in those fat strings, but with a guitar and its tiny strings, sustain can be a problem.

[@dinoc734]

My god he’s so fucking advanced

[@gktde9874]

You`re the real "Ayatollah of Rock`n` Rolla" !!

[@kjk811]

Hi Ron, I must say an often overlooked part of your music, at least what I'm guilty of, is your singing!! But I have a question for you, I have been trying like crazy to get the intro for aces high (the cover you did with band geeks). I think you're doing a multi string D, G harmony/octave thing emulating smith/murray parts at the same time? Is this correct??

[@Bumblefoot]

Thank you :D (Yes, I will often play harmony parts at the same time... )

[@BrownstoneToHell]

the little I heard seems Shackler's, but there's something more that I have yet to discover, that's good :)

[@reneotten2288]

This is amazing, how long did it take you to learn to play fretless, did you have a fretless guitar already before this one?

[@Bumblefoot]

+Rieni Otten Thank you! Got my first fretless from Vigier Guitars in 1998, started writing & recording with it immediately... (9.11, Uncool, Anthology, Normal, Abnormal CDs....) :)

[@Lesley_RedRhody]

You Rock Beyond Reason! I think I've told you that in just about every one of your official sites so if you decide to turn that phrase into a song I get partial credit, right? Er... Sorry, Ron. Just kidding. You're such a sweetheart. I'm glad I got to meet you in Vegas. :)

[@Bumblefoot]

Thank you so much!!! :D

[@flavioljm]

De Ros told me about your channel

[@lucasutimate]

vim pelo marcos de ros... you is amazing man!

[@rydeentokio]

Quasi-Whammy Pedal flavor!