DIAMOND HEAD - Am I Evil? (Brian Tatler's Guitar Tutorial)

[@davidnissim589]

This man may have singlehandedly invented thrash metal. He deserves more recognition

[@nightguy8555]

I looked up a tutorial and found metallicas name claiming the song fucking disappointed

[@net-yz7mx]

@@nightguy8555 James Hetfield said in a concert in 2013 that he song was from diamond head, wtf are you talking abt

[@foxard8478]

They've always praised diamond head. Back in like 1982 in interviews they are asked what their favourite band is and they say diamond head

[@foxard8478]

And in their garage albums, they only play covers of songs they like, and they play like 4 diamondhead songs on there. They never said they wrote it

[@nightguy8555]

@@net-yz7mx not metallica claiming the song but people claiming it as a metallica song sorry didnt word it right lmao

[@ThisCreepingLife]

I love the fact that they're uploading things all the time, stories, new music, music videos, q&a and now guitar lessons! They understand how to engage with their fans and how to make new ones

[@user-mo9by4ls9q]

I knew their songs because of Metallica, but the new re-recorded version of Lightning to the Nations has got me hooked on Diamond Head

[@giulianotizza1550]

So true 😃

[@ramonwills598]

And drive traffic for advertising revenue

[@grathapilot]

​@@ramonwills598 musicians have to make money somehow in this day and age

[@ray131262]

@@grathapilot of course.

[@botlovingbeard6708]

Love how the basic riffs and song structure was explained expertly, and then the solo hit like "just do this"

[@charlesrocks]

This blokes vibrato is like a violin. Absolute legend.

[@BobMotster]

21st century's Vivaldi, right?

[@centaurus5676]

Glad he confirmed that Metallica covered this, for those who persist that Diamond Head copied it...Great lesson Brian!

[@ashpollock9907]

Who says DH copied it? Obviously they made it before Metallica

[@centaurus5676]

@@ashpollock9907 You would be surprised how many people think it's a Metallica original.

[@LethalDentCompany]

I’ve met people that think the whole garage days albums was Metallica originals lol.

[@sarinvx]

@@centaurus5676 😮

[@centaurus5676]

@@LethalDentCompany Me too LOL!

[@TDCJ76]

How can it be, that this softly spoken and humble man, can create this magic over and over again?

[@briancarr4607]

Cuz he is a down to earth gent from stourbridge

[@jasonshuman7488]

It's called the Angst of Youth

[@TheWinterwraith]

Diamond Head are a band that deserved so much more success than they got. So many magnificent songs. I first discovered them 35 years ago, ironically through the Metallica cover of Am I Evil. Makes me so happy that they’re still going, and we’re still talking about their epic music. 😎🤘

[@harrisontownsend910]

Same here.

[@elderherrera2238]

Hey man. I was 14 during August 1987 when Garage Days came out. I had my cassette of Metallica. This good gentleman is inviting us into his creation. \m/....\m/. Yes, I did read the liner notes on my cassette.

[@atomcraft4067]

I think they did pretty well. This is one of the best metal songs ever written. Metallica pay their royalties every time they play this song. What more can you ask for...

[@Slayer-xc1ug]

Will never understand how diamond head never went on to be one of the biggest metal bands ever. The white album was probably the greatest debut album ever. Blew me away when it came out. Luckily mine was signed by Mr Tatler. Still listening to it 40 years later. Pure class 🤘🇬🇧

[@DyatlovMann]

Is Like Anvil, They made very good albums but they never got that recognition because of the labels

[@Slayer-xc1ug]

@@DyatlovMann great comparison my metal friend. Both bands should have been massive. The anvil documentary brought a tear to my eye. Respect my friend. 🤘

[@DyatlovMann]

@@Slayer-xc1ug thanks man, Take care🙏🔥

[@j-dizzle2946]

Because I’m dumb and forget things: 0:31 intro riff 0:44 intro lead line 1:11 scale walk up 1:28 legato intro lick 1:52 harmonic transition into main riff 2:11 main riff 3:50 transition into the “fast section” 4:06 fast section or galloping riff 4:45 galloping verse riff (low e string) 5:38 solo 7:11 legato riff 8:02 G5 - E5

[@yvesacj]

ty

[@JosephWheeler14]

You're the GOAT

[@PGeorge61]

One of the meanest riffs....ever! 🤘😈

[@TheMetalhead144]

damn straight!!

[@dan62273]

💯

[@wizarddemon]

ITS THE LORD OF ALL RIFFS!!!!!🎸🎸🎸🔥🔥💀👹👹

[@fredverkool5599]

@@wizarddemon yes it is

[@markiefella]

The best riff Tony Iommi never wrote.

[@thesquatch4517]

I love the smile on his face when he starts playing "the riff". Ive been a rocker all my life but had never heard this song until a few months ago on "Ozzy's Boneyard" at Sirius Xm.

[@TheBroTee]

No disrespect sir, but the heck have you been all these years😁

[@thesquatch4517]

@@TheBroTee No kidding! but now I know!!

[@miguelg4006]

Wtf? Really? Better late than never, i guess. Amazing track, isn't it?

[@thesquatch4517]

@@miguelg4006 I feel embarrassed and enlightened at the same time! But the good news is I've told both my sons about Diamond Head and they love it! My oldest who's a very good guitar player knows the "riff" now. Now they won't spend decades not knowing! And yes Its an amazing track!

[@Homie3794]

So cool that he can play the solo spot on to this day.

[@haywoodyoudome]

Uh, you think it could have something to do with playing it every show for the past 40 years?

[@Homie3794]

@@haywoodyoudome uh perhaps. My point is many solos on many songs are improvised when played live.

[@martyrocks2091]

My first gig... Glasgow Apollo, Oct 1982. Diamond Head with Tank as the support band. Unforgetable! It was supposed to be Twisted Sister opening that night but their UK abel went bust...

[@RyanX1899]

For as long as Brian is still in the band, Diamond Head is still Diamond Head no matter who else is in the band. The man is a damn legend.

[@Cthulhu_Awaken]

This lesson is a national treasure for all us players who were inspired by your music. Thank you, Brian. 🤟

[@pitster]

Legend. This music will be discussed 100 years from now with the same passion.

[@dmitryowens]

I learned that song when I was 17, back in the late 80's. And I always thought that the verse riff in B was tricky as well - I feel better now that I know that Brian thinks so too. Nice V, brother! 🤘

[@barroncrist5779]

One of the greatest guitar solos these ears have ever heard. And Brian is an anazing guitarist.

[@ThaiThom]

I started playing this song in a band in the 80s. It was a blast. Most people would never have heard of Diamond Head if it weren't for Metallica. I admit, I'm one of them.

[@groovealate74]

Such a humble, reserved man. I've had the privilege to see Tatler twice with the most recent, excellent lineup, and I just totally fucking love the new recordings of old songs with the latest band. I've had the chance to meet the man, and tell Brian how much I love what he does.. His vocalist is top notch.. HIS BAND IS TOP NOTCH, AND NEEDS AS MUCH GOOD PROMOTION AS POSSIBLE!

[@shelbylover1359]

It’s always easier when the person who actually made the music explains how to play a certain song of theirs. Before I found this, it took me 4 days to learn the main riff. After finding this video, it only took about 2 hours to learn every riff except the solo

[@jonathanpatze87]

Am I the only one thinking Brian is not only a gentleman but also a very underrated guitarist? Glad seeing you with a V again :)

[@ivanildocafu3452]

Who else wants another guitar lesson? 🙋‍♂️☠️🤘🎸

[@NipponNostalgicTV]

This is stupendous. Getting taught songs so explicitly by the actual band members.

[@TERN666]

How does one write a song like this? This is just mind blowing. The riffs, the solo, the lyrics. Everything just blends so well. True masterpiece.

[@JosephWheeler14]

Im so grateful I live in a time I can just pull out my phone and learn a song straight from the virtuose who wrote it himself

[@imaniceguy5799]

Can’t believe I’m getting a lesson from Brian Tatler!

[@angusgow1887]

Its great to see Diamond Head getting some over due credit and a spot light on their huge body of work

[@mlycheng4880]

Yay, a guitar lesson from legend himself! Thank you Diamond Head!

[@ivanildocafu3452]

Damn!! How to really really play Am I Evil, second part with solo lesson step by step will be epic!!!

[@wrayven]

Throw on the record. He showed you all of the important parts. You will learn it better this way.

[@voronOsphere]

@@wrayven Have you ever seen the videos where the real artist shows the right way to play something and they let you know that the Professional Transcribers got some of it wrong (Thin Lizzy's Scott Gorham's KZbin Lesson for "Boys are Back in Town" comes to mind)? Well, I am NOT a professional transcriber, so I would love to have a follow up lesson by Brian himself teaching that great solo! I certainly wouldn't think the World or I would be better off without it. P.S. I'm not saying that your comment doesn't have plenty of merit. I'm just saying that I love KZbin Instructional videos and I learn visually as much as (if not more so) than I learn by ear. Plus, I'm still just a drummer who branched into guitar 27 years ago (and I still suck).

[@Woschele]

Guitar god. One of the most underrated guitarists. I’m so happy he gets royalties from the Metallica covers. He deserves every penny. Brian you’re a legend.

[@eddiep7134]

so sick, I love when the actual guitar player shows you how to play their song.

[@girishpatel5366]

While I was waiting for my wife to come out of work once Brian Tatler got out of his car and walked past. I thought, it's Brian Tatler!!! He was visiting someone on the street. Looked like he was carrying a birthday present. So nosey I am haha!

[@davidperry8065]

He's a Rock God and a gentleman, a metal legend ☠️☠️☠️🤟🤟🤟

[@sdevane75]

what an iconic tutorial to have access to - brillian!!!!! right from teh source of metal!!! thank you Brian

[@luckyblank]

I just love the joy in Brian's face as he shows us just how MUCH he achieved, and still can achieve! Inspiring and beautiful.

[@dland2000]

One of the great heavy metal songs, especially that wicked solo

[@spennybullen2178]

Only a tuition video, but as soon as that riff hit my head started banging! An all time classic number.

[@archbud2334]

Dear Brian yes, I did enjoy that thank you. I can still scratch my head and wonder why at the height of the NWOBHM in the 80's. Diamond head, Saxon, Witchfynde and Girlschool didn't become hugely successful like Iron maiden and Def Leppard did. IMHO you were far better than them and deserved much more recognition than you got. I remember listening to the Friday rock show with Tommy Vance. He really tried to push you and usually played at least one of your songs weekly. You truly deserved to become really successful. My all time favourite track of yours 'sweet an innocent' warmest wishes to you

[@carlosmatos9848]

I finally realized just how many sweet riffs are packed into this one song \m/

[@tobiascrow2792]

The solo was played with such a finesse.... Amazing!

[@Graylegs]

I love the solo part in Am I Evil. The entire rythm section marries so well with the tapping and the rest. Just love the melodies together so much

[@RATRUN77]

Diamond Head did a acoustic gig in my small home town many years ago still one of my favourite gigs.

[@ricardolira7172]

One of the best HM songs of all time. Brian Tatler is a true riff master.

[@osmankarasoy7752]

I cannot express my gratitude to Diamond Head enough for making my life much better with their music. I never get tired of listening to them!

[@dindjarin8457]

One of the Heaviest riff

[@vaibhavvasishth4637]

Then I would really like you to listen demiurge by meshuggah

[@dindjarin8457]

@@vaibhavvasishth4637 im assuming you didnt undstand my comment, I said ONE of the heaviest riffs as in it one of the heaviest riffs ever made. and as for meshuggah they are okay, they is way heavier music than meshuggah.

[@vaibhavvasishth4637]

@@dindjarin8457 ik there's wayyyy heavier music than meshuggah like extermination dimemberment and I'm sorry that I didn't understand your comment😁

[@stark_wiestahl607]

@@dindjarin8457 lol don't listen to him, I bet os mom and dad are cousins.

[@eligoldschmidt4243]

Brian thank you for this fantactic lesson! Finnaly i got the idea how to play last tricky hammers-on riff!

[@mrusend6052]

We need in the heat of the night lesson! Please!

[@darrenoconnell2891]

Yes, I’ve stumped on the main arpeggios for the chorus.

[@andymiller5611]

Can't play guitar but still sat through the whole video transfixed! I've loved this song from the first time I heard it back in the mists of time and it always give me goosebumps! Hopefully, one day, I can get to stand in front of you and see it in the flesh! Take it easy, dude! 🍻🤘💜

[@voronOsphere]

Thanks for this authentic lesson and for advancing Metal back in 1980!!!!!

[@davidzedner4286]

Deadly...Absolutely Deadly!

[@FrankCastleThePunisher666]

I saw DiamondHead support Thin Lizzy when I was 18, and DiamondHead were the better band. Brian was on fire

[@PRod7544]

This man is a RIFF LEGEND!! I am so grateful to be alive in the time of Brian Tatler! Thank you Brian for ever picking up a guitar and making some of the most massive riffs out there! Keep rocking! 🔥🤘🏼😝🤘🏼🔥

[@andrewgist8903]

that solo bit was so badass I cant really explain how much so. I was just not expecting you to jump in there with the track in such a bad ass manor. Metallica is lucky to have a covered you guys!

[@vojkanperovic7239]

Perfekt, odlican muzičar, fenomenalno bend, Diamond head, respekt!!!!!!! 😮😮😮

[@JackPecker911]

Never realized diamond head riffs were this fun to play

[@shadyss11]

Old but gold!!!🤘

[@punishmentforall]

Thanks Brian ... much more complexity to the song than I realized.

[@sjaakvandervrande9414]

One of my Favorite Riffs

[@MoshPit_ato]

Tune from my youth and 30+ years later still sounds fresh and kickass! Thanks for sharing!

[@tonycolbourne7694]

Great guitar player and great guy. Met him once at hard rock hell. No ego whatsoever. 😉👍

[@lefterispanos9543]

That smile when he plays the main riff. That is music all about. Epic

[@bigpops74]

This was one of my absolute favourite tunes to play back when I used to play guitar in the late 90s and early noughties.

[@oliverjones5350]

Such a brutal riff and great solo section, the foundation for a lot of other metal bands!

[@user-hr1rw7zy4i]

One of the first songs I learned to play - and played it in all my high school bands as a teen!! :)

[@vaibhavvasishth4637]

That is so damn cool and I'm here playing enter sandman 😂

[@dlthompson945]

Absolutely awesome when an artist shares their work. Much appreciated dude.

[@davehooper4498]

That was an awesome video loved watching that. I bought the white covered album known as Lightning to the Nations back in the 70,s when you could only buy it out of the NME or sounds can't remember which now, and signed by Sean Harris. Brilliant album for their debut followed them ever since and the NWOBHM

[@ofwolfandmetal6874]

This man is a Bloody goddamn legend

[@Mysterywhiteboy78]

Brian Tatler ,brilliant met him in 1991 after a Diamond Head show at Bristol Bierkeller with Sean Harris. Lovely guy. Still have the photo. Sadly my best friend in the photo with Brian ,Sean and myself drowned not long after...

[@robertoroblescastro4867]

Thnx Mr. Tatler for sharing your arts.

[@thelstanegn5348]

Brian IS the Nicest man in Rawk 'n' Roll. Many Thanks..

[@lloydie978]

2:11 - THE RIFF!!! What an amazing tune. Can't wait for the next album 🤟

[@marts500]

Probably the best nwobhm riff ever....the borrowed time album....criminally under rated.

[@luvxcousinsrobloxx1990]

My favorite song! Thank you so much for the lesson! I have been trying to play it (properly) for 20 years...

[@necrodamus5481]

Brian Tatler is in my Top 10 for biggest influences on my guitar playing. His riffs are just beyond killer. He's an amazing rhythm player. Also I really hope they do a 40th anniversary re-issue of Borrowed Time and some playthroughs of songs from that album on this channel. I loved that album

[@davemoore1927]

Still got it Bri !!

[@JulianElliottPhotography]

Great stuff. Thanks Brian and @diamond head official for this. Hopefully more in the pipeline!!!

[@gesp5151]

Amazing player, cheers

[@garyhollyoake5061]

Wow , Thanks Brian that was brilliant...

[@stavivanackerson6563]

I love me some DIAMONDHEAD!!!!! Man light years of playing that tune Mr. Tatler you must be able to crush rocks with your bare mits!!!!

[@marwanmabrook5892]

Man we grow up listening and loving your music.

[@Nitronium]

What a time to be alive!

[@HemanKwayne]

Haha it’s great to be able to get a how-to straight from the source. You make it look easy too.

[@wanghaifeng7998]

Finally, we get a lesson from the original. As someone learning the art of guitar these are invaluable. Can't wait for a lesson for Lightning to the Nations! 🤘

[@thesilverbullitt02]

Used to play this with the band I was in. We were all 17-18 jr sr high school and we would go to my buddies house up the street. His room up stairs had his drum set and our guitars and amps. We didn’t have great gear but we rocked out the school talent shows. This was circa 2001-2003. Great times thanks for the great song and memories.

[@yobrethren]

Nothing better than learning awesome music from the source! Great lesson, Brian!

[@ryanx7170]

Such a cool band 🤘

[@ThePrincipeShinobi]

Nice, i remember learning this song by ear the first time i listened to it, then by watching Metallica play it live and now i get to go through it all over again with the creator himself. Thanks Mr Brian.

[@routinehead2481]

Seeing this makes my day complete! It doesn't get any better than authentic metal guitar!!!

[@gvyrock]

Genial. Muchas gracias Brian!!! Un gran clásico del Heavy Metal!!!🤟🏽🔥⚡🎸 Me encantó verte con Saxon el sábado en Pamplona!!! Un saludo y larga vida a Diamond Head!!!

[@trevorpeters4358]

I was a classic rock guy till my 20s im 30 now an diamond head an megadeth changed me more then anyone.

[@Juicexlx]

When the solo hits with the backing tracks...This is soooo good! Thank you & Merry Christmas.

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Awesome!!!!

[@mrnobodyinvr9762]

SO RAD! Super stoked that you guys are out here!

[@rubendor8120]

One of the coolest riffs I've ever heard

[@Electrical_Fatman]

I love that he didn't say, "This is the right way to play it." Only here's an easier way.

[@MisIzUlja]

More pls. Helpless for sure or Sucking my love. Great riffs in those two!

[@davidf4723]

That song is an absolute belter of a song

[@dannymartel6348]

We did enjoy that and are grateful to your contribution in developing the metal sound over the years. Many bands were inspired by your playing. Thank you sir!

[@romandoo]

Such amazing song. Timeless classic.