COFFEE WITH OLA - NITA STRAUSS of ALICE COOPER

Had an excellent coffee with Nita Strauss the other day, talking about her career as well as showing some good stretching exercises.
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[@OlaEnglund]

Thank you so much Nita! What a legend!

[@IStabz]

she's awesome! you two should do a collaboration of sorts!

[@TVicc]

Best authentic guitar player interview ever! Period. Ola's quite the attentive host and it really shows and Nita's such a humble person I kinda fell in love with her...

[@DJCD92162095]

YAAAY THANKS FOR THE GREATNESS YAAAY!!! I BOUGHT YOUR ALBUM!!! YAAAY COOL!!!

[@nonames8335]

Hi ola, you awesome

[@b.scottfarthingsworth]

Should have a NO DUCKLIPS sign, a red circle with a line through it.

[@Farvann]

Look at that gorgeous blonde! Oh and Nita is also there! Cheers

[@lukehewko260]

*Ola nazi finger circle*

[@Williamstanway]

HahahahahahahahahahahahahahahshahahahahahshahahahahahzhHzhHHahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahajahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahzhahahahahzhahHzhzhahahahah

[@stratakis2405]

haha

[@georgeirisarri4371]

@@lukehewko260 he did the 666 with the finger in every video wake up!!

[@aidencantrell8534]

👌🏻

[@josuastangl7140]

Petition for *Satchel* on Coffee with Ola. Especially after the new *Steel Panther* album is out now!

[@russellzauner]

I want to see Nita box the *shit* outta Satchel, that's some funny crap right there man...it's all bonaducci and screech all over again lol

[@thedanksavatron7782]

Satchel would be EPiC!

[@pharris125]

That would be amazing, but I think it might turn into "cocaine and strippers with Ola"

[@TheGregSobek]

I bet "whamen" would love it ;)

[@pharris125]

Steel Panther, Stockholm, Jan 22. Ola, make this happen

[@jasonwilding6334]

Her work ethic is incredible... she deserves every moment of her success

[@XxSypherxX91]

This marks the first episode of “Nervous Ola”.

[@echoflame4279]

It's kind cute how obvious it is lol

[@demonlust75]

AR Stubbs he took it well!

[@JenMajuraOfficial]

The reason that I am late with my comment is that this time I HAD TO WATCH THE VIDEO FIRST!!! I love the both of you and I am sooo sooo happy that it worked out for you guys to meet up! Nita is such a badass and she deserves all the support in the world!

[@Jennifer_Prentice]

We have better names :).

[@flekkzo]

Love how “fans” argue about guitarists and constantly let’s us know who sucks and how much. But the guitarists more often than not are just supportive :)

[@n_i_t_u_s_]

@Trawick Texas imagine Jen and Nita on some music together, wow!

[@MrHrannsi]

Jen Majura is never late, Jen Majura arrives on time :)

[@newhewkas]

As the No. 1. Stalker aren't you jealous on the fact, that Ola got another female companion from the "industry" on his show? :\

[@CallSignJammer]

This girl has to be one of the most likable people I’ve ever heard speak.

[@sheharyarkhan2384]

Gary Holt !! We're waiting for you

[@PuNkIsNoTdEaD01]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS GARY PLZZZZZ

[@RadityoPramAdi]

They comin to Sweden?

[@sheharyarkhan2384]

@@RadityoPramAdi Probably. Gary gave a birthday shout out to Ola and said he would be up for a coffee.

[@RadityoPramAdi]

@@sheharyarkhan2384 oh shit didn't knew that. I'm hyped!!

[@psycold]

No let him finish the new Exodus album first.

[@wolfgangosorio3057]

I want to see all the Meshuggah members in Coffee With Ola.

[@tompparmp9928]

Coffin with Ola.

[@EvilCerealBoX]

@@tompparmp9928 Meshuggah's next album.

[@RachelfGuitar]

Fantastic interview! Looking forward to the next album 🎸🔥

[@joehervey84]

How is your playing coming along??

[@MrHandsomeStudios]

Ola: "I listened to your solo album and it's really good" Nita: "yes" I love Nita Straus she's so funny

[@richardbinder9662]

Having read Nita's bio, she is so dedicated to the guitar. No wonder she plays for a legend like Alice. Both overcame alcohol also. Inspirations for myself as a metal guitarist and struggling alcoholic. Thanks Nita and Alice. And thanks to you Ola for bringing awesome musicians on your show, and keeping metal and electric guitars alive. I live in Fort Worth and my sister lives in Pantego about a mile from Dime and Rita's home. She is very sweet. Met her at a Machine Head, Megadeth and Heaven and Hell concert.

[@russellzauner]

Devin Townsend (also worked with Steve Vai) also has a pretty uplifting story about his journey with his struggles transitioning to a sober artist. I find inspiration in people like this - MJK of Tool who works his ass off in building sustainable creative communities, tons or examples if one cares to look. Nita is one of the next generation - hell, most of em don't even smoke weed for fuck's sake. I think the future is pretty bright as long as we let the kids do the driving. #terrans #thekidsarealright #metalistruth As long as you are alive, there is always hope. Know that you are seen and heard. You are real and things are gonna be alright. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ From Wikipedia: During the process of writing and recording the new album, Townsend stopped taking the medication prescribed to treat his bipolar disorder because he began expressing doubt about the initial diagnosis, and decided to stop taking the medication,[36][37] but continued with his substance abuse, and he eventually "flipped out" during the process, and later called the resulting album "toxic" and "psychologically very unhealthy".

[@craighauk3745]

Hope the drinking has leveled out brother!! Its hard, i know.

[@bifftop_johnny]

She is so wonderful. I've been lucky enough to meet her twice. Once at a guitar clinic and then again at her pre show meet n greet. What I loved is that she doesn't treat the meet n greets like an assembly line where she just signs something and then moves on. She takes time to chat a bit and she really expresses how much she appreciates all the fan support. Absolutely love her!!

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

What a cool chick. She's killer at playing, nice, and very hard working . It has obviously paid off.

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

Wow Nita is not only a superb uber talented guitarist but a sweet humble person from what I can tell! She is one of my favorite rockers. We need more ladies like her in rock and metal.

[@scotttwitchell5121]

My favorite Coffee With Ola so far!! Nita is such an amazing musician and seems like such a down to earth cool person. Thank you for continuing to put out great content Ola, you friggin rock! 🤘🤘

[@MRKUE]

That was so awesome!! Nita is a maniac on stage, I saw them in south florida not too long ago and they were GREAT!

[@ebensf]

This was a really inspiring conversation. Thank you Ola for having her on

[@ashvirhiralal]

She is so so sweet! Very humble, this a really cool interview. I absolutely love the little detail of the Star Wars mug

[@stuartcharlton3363]

what a great coffee with Ola, Ola! Nita seems like shes got a very humble persona, what a kick ass individual. most people think that being a musician is all about partying and its dope to hear her refreshing words about being a musician.

[@monsterk7603]

Man, I love Nita. The complete package. Ripping guitarist, humble, genuine, down to earth and just drop dead beautiful. Great coffee with Ola!

[@susanandjasonstaal3778]

The stretching exercises are fantastic! 43 years playing and very banged up. I added these to my warm up and cool downs - they hit the spot. Thanks Ola for your great series and thanks Nita for the help!

[@jeremythesurfingalien3013]

Good job Ola. This was a great interview. This lady is one the top guitarists/ shredders in the world and will be one that inspires many women and men to play guitar. She's truly awesome.

[@ml3731]

Nita is soo cool and down to earth and a bad ass guitar player at that!! After 29 years of playing guitar at the time,but now 30 lol nobody ever told me or showed me how to stretch before playing guitar until I saw a video of Nita about a year ago and I've been doing it ever since,so thank you Nita 😉👍 My favorite interview you've done so far Ola 🤘

[@wrenchtwistin3506]

These are the vids i love. Ola just tips the iceberg with a question and the passionte guitarist just takes the reigns. Articulate and great stories, checked out the music before it was even over, she definitley got a new fan, great vid ola!

[@Metaldad87]

I love this Nita Strauss is the best, my two favorite people in metal having a conversation!

[@daryl142003]

What an amazing woman, enjoyed learning about her other projects aside from music, cool to hear that she promotes a healthier lifestyle

[@10liUte]

Try and get Alexi Laiho on Coffie With Ola🤘

[@umosay]

like, you know, maybe, you know, that's a remote, you know, possibility

[@xiZeph]

If he gets Alexi, it better be Beer With Ola

[@skogenhevner5677]

that would be so great omg

[@BrianBower]

YES

[@matttaylor1449]

@@umosay yeah, as much i like Alexi, he can't talk for shit.

[@sassulusmagnus]

She has the talent, work ethic and attitude of a true pro. All the most talented people I've ever met are like this lady, very down to earth. Great interview.

[@fatsuperfly]

Awesome interview, she seems like a cool down to earth person. You can tell she had o work where she is and she seems very humble.

[@tomleah2682]

Nita is such a doll. She is always great to listen to. Very humble and likable. Great job Ola.

[@masterpixel995]

So love this thanks Ola and Nita you both have great energy can we maybe get a coffee with Phil Anselmo please ?

[@drittal]

Looking good, hot stuff! Nita looks alright too.

[@mikejackson3564]

What! Nita was in the video?!?!

[@drittal]

Mike Jackson I didn’t know either until I read the comments

[@jayz6008]

I thought that was a man with a blonde wig !

[@jayz6008]

@Shockheadd45 it's called a joke, lighten up guy. My wife actually looks very similar to Nita , body , hair etc..so no I ain't into cross dressers

[@juliusebola9389]

lel

[@soulstrifeproject2145]

You both are so awesome! What a great human Nita is... Hopefully every aspiring musican will see this video. ❤️

[@KaddysJamKave]

Alice is the man! I love the fact that he is always willing to talk to fans ANY time... like Dimebag.

[@richardbinder9662]

Right on ! The true legends appreciate their fans as much or than we appreciate them. I will never, ever forget Dime. With a heart that big, it took the state of Texas to contain it.

[@Desecrator6]

@@richardbinder9662 even then he was the hero we didn't deserve... he's bigger than Texas

[@jaysjams1517]

Some time ago I had a shoulder surgery and my fretting hand has never been the same. I just tried Nita's stretch and that feels great. I learned your stretch in Physical Therapy. I'll be doing this daily. Great stuff, man. 1 million thanks.

[@estring69]

Saw AC show in Houston August. Probably going to be one of the best shows ever as seen on TV.

[@sissistar1]

I've been waiting a long time for this Coffee with Ola episode! Cheers from Italy

[@ccchicken8889]

For years I was too frustrated trying to do any sweep picking. I followed a method Nita taught and now I'm doing ok with sweeping (still need some more practice). If I ever meet her, I'll have to thank her. I'll buy her a coffee :)

[@sircdrom]

I first saw her at Gröna Lund in Stockholm a few years before this interview and she made a hell of an impression. Fantastic guitarplayer and great stage pressence too. The bar was high in the band though, everyone was amazing but she definitely stood out!

[@thevtwinwanderer]

Your 14 day challenge made me realize I'm better than I thought I was at guitar. You are changing lives Ola. #OlaCon2020

[@mooreoutdoor9841]

I had to put this on pause and listen to Nina's Controlled Chaos. AMAZING! Downloaded it!

[@lordkiller977]

"Healthy metal lifeStyle". I was always totally agreed with this philosophy, even since 90's. The better you feel better music you make . Great Interview, Ola. Greetings from Buenos Aires.

[@MaestroJericho]

I notice a handful of people are into that lifestle as well like Matt Heafy, Tosin, Petrucci, Aaron Marshall, etc.

[@TheSolfilm]

The first "Coffee with Ola" where his wife stayed in the room the entire time.

[@jayz6008]

Nah they swapped partners for a day. Ola's wife was with Nitas man for a day

[@russellzauner]

@@jayz6008 BECAUSE SWEDEN #winning *turns off internet for the day* Also, have you seen Nita's man? Almost hotter than Nita lol burly dude. #dickbuttapprove

[@rickGPT]

What a great piece of advice at the end. Folks if you clicked off this video early or skipped you missed not only great conversation BUT Ola starting to truly master on the fly thinking of how to do a guitarist interview with no guitar for them to play. Also the shit part of being a sig artist exclusive. She's probably contractually obligated to never be on camera with another vendor. Sigh I thought her trying a solar guitar woulda been cool.

[@jfo3000]

I bet wifey was in the room with Jen "No1 Stalker" Majura as well.

[@mikewestfall827]

😂😂😂

[@timmo2424]

Thank you Nita for the advice on learning!!, thank you Ola!!, I'm going to get my guitar now (warm up)! and teach myself a few more things this afternoon! Good show. thanks

[@komiz79]

You are always a great Ola! I always have fun with your videos!!

[@sergiorivera9650]

Love this segment ola lml, also you have become a very good interviewer, more relax and funny, good work sir !

[@adriantorres3303]

I would definitely have to buy Strauss plays Strauss. Another great interview, thanks!

[@Herpetile]

Thanks for the stretching tips, prob my fav part of the video.

[@richdelb]

WOW Ola. This has to be your BEST "Coffee with Ola" to date. Very well done man.

[@Clafrance1971]

I was lucky to catch one of Nita's clinics here in Michigan, USA. Brought my grandson along, and he was blown away (she snapped a pic with him for her Instagram page as well). Nita is one of the most genuinely nice musicians I've met.

[@johnoneill919]

Great interview Ola, i love Nita, she's so awesome !

[@tekaaable]

I love talented, downtoearth and humble people like you two!

[@BEAVISKORNHOLIO69]

Nita Strauss oh hell yeah she kicks ass on guitar great video Ola. I'm more motivated now to practice my guitar.

[@tonymaxwell1478]

Listening to her music for the first time while you talk. one of my favourite things to do. And yes i do like it

[@Hue_Nery]

Nita shreds! I had the honour of having here sign one of my guitars. Rock on Nita!

[@brettkenney6464]

Ola what a great interview! It also makes it so much easier to talk to someone when they are just so cool and down to 🌎 like Nita. I can't believe this interview was 2 years ago. Everytime she says Alice I always think In Chains lol not Cooper.

[@davidstock2713]

Very well written wolfman curtis, she is consistently just like this, also naturally funny/fun girl. She brings up spirits and turn a dull day bright with ease. Just really nice person.

[@daltonetzler5485]

She's got such a warm personality! Very cool! Keeping an eye out for more man

[@johnrodems6360]

It’s always great to see Guitarist talking with other musicians and just letting there hair down 🍻 Mate Your the best rocker that just has fun

[@johngarrett2062]

What an amazing wahmen. She is a great interview and so smart. Love this one

[@isthatabean__]

Coffee with Tobias Forge!! He lives in Sweden so it could happen!

[@pauly51]

Wow. So many shows. Including yours Ola. Love "control chaos" esp the drums

[@canman87]

Nita kicks ass. I caught her during her solo tour and she puts on a great show. She's definitely one of my favorite female guitar players.

[@groovysnake6664]

Never seen this series of yours before. It's pretty comfy

[@twanzilla4838]

Great interview. She seems so down to earth and really cool.

[@richardsmith7322]

She is my top modern player of today. I’m so pumped to have her show artist to really play

[@gronlandhai1379]

Very cool. I wait a Long Time for this Episode. Thx Ola, thx Nita

[@robertpurdy4452]

It's a shredfest! Nita is so f*cking awesome! I got her to sign my Ibanez semi-hollow, got pictures with her. She is amazing! Thanks for interviewing her.

[@Randystites66207]

She is BEAUTIFUL, the way she plays makes her OVER the TOP GORGEOUS!!!! Thank you LORD for NITA!!!!

[@georgesabitpol]

Nita is such a nice person on many levels. Very inspiring.

[@RadityoPramAdi]

I'm so early my coffee isn't ready yet! Great interview Ola!

[@anthonycarr9118]

great ep,Nita is a class act ,love the Dimebag shirt I have the same shirt .

[@pedraw]

I first found Nita in the Iron Maidens. I've been impressed ever since. She seems like a real put together woman. Thank you Nita and Ola !

[@MrThunders66]

Dont know how I missed this one but thank you Ola I love her playing

[@biga2]

Nita is awesome! got to meet her at sweetwater fest when she showed up at the ibanez booth and we were playing the guitar that she came to take lol. She was super cool and let us play it a little longer while bsing with us. Really cool experience.

[@nickx1754]

She always seems so down-to-earth and cool. Good video.

[@mattscott1591]

+I wasn't looking for a new guitar but just stumbled upon you and your guitar company and had to get ahold of one I purchased the A1.6FB LH. I can not wait to play it. 🤘

[@ZackSeifMusic]

This was a fantastic conversation. I had the pleasure of meeting Nita when she toured with Angel Vivaldi and she was very insightful.

[@Bernz66]

Great interview Ola! Thanks!

[@markcrisostomo108]

Nita is such a cool person! I enjoyed watching this video. Cheers!

[@curtisharvey4852]

Nita Strauss is a good guest, Ola! I grew up listening and playing Alice Cooper music in the early 70's, and thought his stuff was brilliant, even apart from his theatrics. He turned out to be a great guy too, and to this day is an energetic performer and all around pleasant man. My band was contracted to play in Nome , Alaska in 1973, and we played Alice Cooper music, but no one would dance. We had to reach back in our memories and play old play Creedance Clearwater Revival songs. Alice was a bit much for them.

[@jackhildebrecht2872]

Love this. Thank you ! Thank you.

[@twowiresthick]

Wow! I had never heard of Nita, or her music before. Thank you so much Ola for exposing me to another amazing artist! Incredible! I am still hoping for coffee with Phillip H. Anselmo though haha!

[@samuelsanchez3213]

This was great. Nita is so humble and a bad ass!

[@HectorSebastian]

Thanks you so much, OIa and Nita!

[@Truthinshredding1]

Another superb interview. Nita is so tuned into what it takes to be a musician,.

[@iganpparamarta8813]

Truth In Shredding Hi Laurie!

[@mvmos]

What a great and inspirational coffee interview.

[@qhazwel]

I remember seeing her at Santa Fe Springs playing in Iron Maidens. Awesome band!

[@RubyRoks]

Such a cool person, she is. That stretch is gonna be a life saver too!

[@CyrilViXP]

What a lovely person! Anyone can learn from her productivity

[@D.Guitar]

I'm really liking the stretch exercises.... I had seen Nita describe them one before.... but I'd forgotten them. And Ola's Thumbs up.... And down. Especially after doing the other...(Nita's stretch). Was really great too... At my lousy health, advanced age .(59). I need to start doing that. I Always Get Something good From Ola's Videos.

[@randorider2801]

Those stretches were gold! My fret hand goes tingly n numb when I play anything under a 25.5 scale guitar for more than 40 or so minutes.

[@chrisking6695]

Why? The scale length only affects string tension. A shorter scale length will be way easier to play.

[@randorider2801]

@@chrisking6695 fuck if I know

[@muxz]

Nita's so awesome. It's great to see her having coffee with Ola \m/

[@ryansaunders683]

I felt lopsided and had to do the other side one minute before Nita brought it up...good new stretch for me, thanks!

[@brunobplima]

Why some people dislike this video? If you don't like, don't watch. She is awesome, you too Ola!

[@JJKHaywood]

Wow! 5 years with Alice. Time sure moves along quickly and 200 shows a year is a credible Work History. Ola, The Coffee time is a good Gig!

[@SkippingLobster]

Nita is a badass, she’s one of my favorite guitar players right now. She’s shredding it up with Alice Cooper and her solo album is killer. She’s approaching legend status.

[@wormfost5578]

That was really cool man. She’s great in every way, much like yourself. 🤘

[@HaarasNC]

Great interview! Glad it happened. +thanks for the stretching tips! (also "zero deaths" ... I laughed way too loud)