Tribute to Eddie Van Halen - Doyle Dykes

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[@michaelferreri1256]

I love Eddie Van Halen's work. But watching Doyle right now reaffirm's my belief that there isn't a "best" or "greatest" guitarist. Just many men and women who can bring us great unique and original enjoyment from this musical instrument and we can all be grateful for that.

[@FlightData101]

Well said!

[@mojodojo5533]

I'm one of those who think Eddie was the greatest, but after reading your comment I think I have a new way of looking at things. Thanks.

[@jimsimpson3334]

I’m cool with that !

[@ronjames6128]

Michael Ferreri....that is the honest to goodness truth!!!!

[@steveeolio]

yes brother ..im a 68 year old guitarist that started at twelve..ive seen many many many gr8 players who have blessed my ears with amazing talent... how can one choose between an orange or an apple being the grtest fruit?\

[@youshouldread]

For anyone not familiar with Doyle's talent. He is one of the top guitarist around. And his love for the Lord is who he gives the glory to. Shalom

[@rioace3953]

The whole band

[@PaerryMasongs]

Amen! 🙏\❤️ I’m now listening to this song for the second time today & crying even more this once... This song’s message is... ...too large to handle for a man when You start to go deeper into it. Amazing (grace!)!

[@Pactolus240]

Just flat amazing. I discovered a thumb pick a few years ago. Now I play bluegrass standards finger style.

[@cdog9559]

@@Pactolus240 i agree ! Amazing

[@thereisnopandemic]

Our Lord and Only savior no other name but Χριστός Ίησους

[@robcarter6599]

You have a new fan, brother! I have a masters in music education and have been teaching elementary students for 32 years. I’m a multi-instrumentalist, a composer, and a song writer. Of all things, Eddie’s keyboard playing made me want to become a musician. Lately, my passion is playing hymns on classical guitar. I really get what you are doing and am absolutely blown away! You’ve honored Eddie and you’ve honored the Lord. And you’ve blessed me! Thank you.

[@beachcomber4141]

One of the best tributes to EVH I have seen. The right hand harmonics is fitting for him.

[@JohnWilliamsTheBeardedWelshman]

Beautiful tribute. Beautiful song. Eddie Van Halen was one of a kind.

[@birdmansclambake]

That is the sickest right hand 🖐️ exhibition I’ve ever seen. Flamenco 💃 string rakes. Right hand fingernail harmonics. I mean they do not make better guitarists than Mr Doyle Dykes. Total. Top. Tier. 10/10

[@hivolt1953]

Chet raved about Doyle's right hand technique.

[@richardbarrick1492]

His style, the technique 😮is simply something that has my face and mouth agape with awe!

[@Rust-Trap-Ranch]

Eddie was absolutely correct Doyle

[@alagogo]

Beautiful rendition, but I must ask myself one question, why am I crying. Eddie Van Halen RIP

[@PaerryMasongs]

The universal force behind the song is making those tears flow. This song made me cry to, but I wasn’t that surprised by it. This song has caused my tears to fill up many times before. 😻👍

[@garytrail360]

Amen! Brother!!

[@Cryptosifu]

We’re human.

[@500erider]

Me too. Still hurts.

[@rick3747]

Thank you. We are lucky to have been alive during Edward's lifetime.

[@lindawoody8501]

Outstanding tribute to the late Mr. Van Halen. Beautifully and sensitively played with perfect music. I am sure the late Mr. Van Halen's family appreciates this wonderful tribute and anecdotal story. Thanks for sharing.

[@chadmashburn1248]

There are a lot of talented musicians but when they are this humble and honest, it makes them even better. This man definitely has the spirit of the Lord in him, it resonates out of him as he talks.

[@jamieseiple]

true

[@justinyancey9186]

Wholeheartedly agree.

[@dylanbrockguitar]

Love your arrangement of How Great Thou Art!! It's the best I've ever heard!!

[@GrumpleSenior]

Absolutely beautiful. I was gutted to hear of Eddie’s passing, he was a childhood hero and although it’s overused, he did change the face of music. No one sounded like VH, none (especially in the 70’s) played, had a sound or had melded those rhythmic elements to rock. I may be a thumb picker now but Eddie is still there at the beginning of my journey. Beautiful tribute Sir.

[@shred5]

What EVH did for guitar was more than anyone else other than Jimi Hendrix - and even that one is debatable. When I was a kid, Eddie Van Halen was basically a real life superhero.

[@cgavin1]

@@shred5 Him and Randy Rhoads (who, kinda like Hendrix, never really had enough time to show us what they really had planned) stood out to me from that 70's-80's transition (and the death of guitar music in the coming decade or so). Were there better musicians/composers/more influential guys? Sure. But those two were technically astonishing and genuinely changed music for sure.

[@markduckworth9470]

well put! I'm 60 and Eddie was my inspiration.

[@jacobflores8666]

@@cgavin1 "the death of guitar music in the coming decade or so" what does that even mean? I assure you that guitar music never died, it just changed faces and sound.

[@FloridaManRacer]

I can see what Eddie would have admired in your playing style. There's a precision and a finesse that is required to play this type of guitar without mistakes. There's no effect to mask a slight error. So to use the right hand as you do is much the same thing Eddie did, just in a different genre of the instrument. It's a deeper knowledge of the instrument that goes way beyond a basic understanding of the fretboard.

[@ChadRevels]

Hello brother Doyle. He definitely changed rock n roll.

[@annettew.4134]

Watching from Spring Tx, 🎵 then ... sings ... my ... soul... 🎶 💜 🙏

[@MicheleGioiello]

Thank you for that story and for your superb playing of that beautiful song! RIP EVH. God bless you, Doyle.

[@johnn7776]

My father used to sing that hymn in church. I think he learned it when he lived in Canada during the late 1950s. What a great tribute to one master from another.

[@donnamezzatesta3523]

That was an amazing tribute Doyle! RIP Eddie. 🎸🎼❤️🙏

[@SeanHallGuitar]

Beautifull! we used to watch you at fret house, it was truly inspiring! You still are! Thank You

[@miscchan0001]

Imagine that...my current guitar idol talking about my former guitar idol. Thank you Doyle for recognizing Eddie Van Halen.

[@lubstorfk]

Eddie was surely smiling when he saw you do this tribute.

[@patrickrice8232]

Wow that made me cry so hard i loved him so. absolutely changed my life literally from the first time i heard the first album first real guitar 1962 melody maker

[@sonjarohn-budreau4852]

Thanks for sharing. Eddie Van Halen is a legend and my favorite guitar player ever. RiP EVH! You are missed every day!

[@rickbrosseau1162]

God Bless you Doyle, from one Guitarist to another. I have earned my living playing the guitar and have grown to love it more and more. I literally grew up playing the guitar at age 4 and now at age 68 i love the guitar EVEN MORE THAN EVER. Praise the Lord.

[@jasperchance3382]

That guitar plays like a dream.

[@robertrockwell7581]

Thank you Doyle and R.I.P. Eddie.

[@GregMichael]

Didn't expect that;-) Thank you for sharing Doyle! Eddie's passing is a great loss for the guitar community.

[@marksc1929]

..that was great Doyle ..we loved EVH....also enjoyed meeting you a few years back ....cheers

[@everythingbobbywolfe]

Breaks my heart to find channels like this with under 10k subs and see all these other crap channels with 100s of thousands. What a shame. You're a wonderful player and I'm glad I found your channel!

[@MrLarry4956]

Great testament to Edward. I remember it well! God bless you! Miss you!

[@poonstangable]

Has it really been 3 years since Eddie passed? God Bless you Mr. Dykes and they sure must be having a blast up there!

[@martyc4906]

Beautiful tribute. How wonderful that God affirmed the gifts he gave you through EVH’s words.

[@chirilas5217]

The Great Doyle. Excellent, as always. Bravooo!!!!👍👏👏👏

[@SweetTforE]

Simply one of the best.

[@jrglock34]

God truly blessed you as he did EVH with great talent to play this beautiful instrument. 🎸

[@jeremyhill1973]

How in ever loving heck have I only just now heard of you?!? I am amazed by your playing!

[@JGCSRT]

Every time I think I’m getting even the slightest bit “okay” at guitar I see someone like this 😕

[@gregmiller7123]

I got a T-shirt recently that says "I play the guitar because I enjoy it...not because I am good at it!" After playing for 52 years I know that I will never have the talent of the great players like Doyle, Eddie, Dan Fogelberg, etc. but it brings me pleasure and I am still trying to get better. In my 50's I battled cancer for two years and sometimes just picking up my guitar and playing a little helped me get through the chemo and surgeries. Reading the comments about who is the best is so mind numbing....every one brings something to the table....so why not sit back and enjoy it!

[@Dtruthseek]

@@gregmiller7123 Thank you for your comment, Mr. Miller. You make a good point that helps me accept my limitations.

[@sooparticular]

well....doyle may be one of the top 3 or 4 players ever to pick up a guitar!!.I am deeply Humbled...But I also Have Great Perspective!!!

[@mariamarin8152]

Beautiful tribute!!, Congrast from the bottom of my heart! !! Thank you Eddie Van Halen I love you forever! !,

[@horde5151]

And I thought I was done crying. That was beautiful, Doyle.

[@kurtweiand7086]

3 years late on seeing this Eddie & Doyle 2 of the most influential guitarist in my life. Hope to see both of them in heaven!

[@BuickSkylark-sz9wv]

Doyle I love your playing and I love your stories. Seeing you in Big Sandy a couple of years ago with wild man guitar tech extraordinaire, Kelly Barber, was a highlight. Neat story about Eddie, reminds my of the story of you playing in front of Allen Collins and Ronnie Van Zandt. The coolest part of your stories is that you weave honor to God Almighty into them. May God be praised!

[@michaellnbnj]

Big Edward Van Halen fan (and guitar player) here. I was browsing KZbin for EVH tributes and this video popped up in the feed. Was hesitant to click on it, but felt like I should. Glad I did! Doyle, I never heard of you, but I know you now! That was a heartfelt, gorgeous & epic version of "How Great Thou Art" in honor of Ed. I totally connected with it. I'd like to think EVH would have also. Might have been the best tribute I've watched all week on KZbin. New fan & subscriber. GOD Bless you.

[@jamesnorton7601]

He was an original. Thank you Doyle for inspiring all of us in the same way. To work hard and find your self. To be an artist.

[@MyGuitartime]

That was absolutely beautiful, Thank you for sharing your story that with this song brought yet another joyful tear. Much love.

[@longgrayline8055]

When your great peers are in awe of your abilities, it truly says something. Those shooting stars are rare. Eddie had it. Judy Garland was another from past generations. Her peers in Hollywood had no words for her talent and voice. It’s shocking and sad when those stars move on.

[@litemetal]

Love you Doyle !😊

[@Green-yp9ix]

Thank you for this beautiful tribe!

[@rowdyhoo]

Beautiful. Loved Eddie's stuff too. Both of y’all are top-shelf.

[@rickbrosseau1162]

Doyle, thankyou for representing Christians in you humble, wonderful way.

[@visionsekr]

That was awesome brother. So cool Eddie paid his respects, that is something you will always have. Godspeed Eddie, we miss you already.

[@juanpablomarin5463]

You make me love Eddie more and more!! Such an incredible composer He was!! Touched by a divine flame in all his melodies!! Eddie Van Halen!!!

[@Skibble5150]

Wow, impressive playing. RIP Eddie, quite the tribute to your memory.

[@t-bone3657]

Saw him perform last week at one of his friends new guitar store in St Petersburg. Had front row seats with my wife and were amazed. A true entertainer and a true man of God.

[@hivolt1953]

Thanks Doyle. Your playing is an inspiration to all guitarists familiar with your art. Your faith, sincerity and humility are an inspiration to all who possess an understanding heart.

[@ralphhyland8661]

Its cool to see how wide of a view Eddie had on music, he was one of one. How great thou art...

[@davidlackey4873]

heard eruption my first year of high school in"78", that's the day i became a frustrated musician. so many memories as i watch these tributes...thanks Doyle and thank you MIGHTY EDDIE VAN HALEN!!!

[@crisprtalk6963]

Eddie was unique. hearing VH first album in 1978 for me was a real ear opener for me. Im talkin' about love! for VH

[@Jamesharris-lo9nn]

What a lovely tribute to Eddie. Thank you Doyle, that was stunningly beautiful.

[@dskim5848]

Aw! A beautiful rendition by the master for another master EVH.

[@iresentdoingthis1550]

Thank you for such a wonderful and heartfelt tribute to our King Edward. The Missus woke me up crying and for the entire day we couldn’t listen to a note of King Edward without the waterworks comin’ - so many good times with his music -it felt weird We found watching interviews with him and other kind folks like yourself paying tribute to Eddie makes it somewhat easier to bear. We literally had a day of intensely mourning. It might sound daft but Ed’s playing and attitude is hugely responsible for inspiring me to be the person I am. There’s a Bad Religion ( Punk Band ) Lyric that says it al “ Everyone you love leaves a mark on your soul, The world is a little less bright without King Edward Im fighting cancer and depression and its been especially tough with the news of Eddie’s passing but hearing all these wonderful tributes and reaction and the love and joy he brought and is bringing….makes it a tad bit easier Much love and respect! Thank you for honouring our King Edward. Eddie's music touched us so deeply because of his love for the instrument and the innovations he has done. To us, it feels like the brightest and best brother, Uncle, friend mentor you ever had is not in our realm anymore. You have Nothing but love from the rock/metal / guitarist community, respect for your tribute to EVH, Rock n Metal does not get the exposure and respect that other genres get. So, you are forever in the hearts of many a Rock / Metal / Guitar fan's hearts. Stay safe & all the best wishes to you. Watch this Video Interview and you'll see why we're hurting so much...The world is a little less bright without King Edward This is a brilliant interview if you haven’t seen it kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5OVZ3dul6eNeJo&ab_channel=Z%C3%B3caloPublicSquare most people don’t know the King Edward was a bi-racial half Asian / half white Immigrant and that his lifelong friends were the black kids who stood up for them when they came to the US. A definitive American Dream story. Eddie buried Dimebag Darrell from Pantera with his original Bumblebee Guitar when Dime’s life partner Rita asked him to make a Copy Ed said “an Original deserves an Original” Vinnie Paul ( Paantera ) Dimebag’s brother says the last words his brother said to him was Van f+*in Halen’ their nightly ritual before hitting the stage. Frank Zappa loved and respected Eddieand got him to teach Dweezil who was obsessed with ED When Frank died Ed was THE 1st first to call with condolences and to offer any assistance. He was the 1st to mod his guitars in such an extreme way chasing tone, Creating the Super Strat - Humbuckers in Strat style guitars, Waxing Pickups, Variac on his amp and did his first 2 albums with the original Fender Whammy which led to the creation of the Floyd Rose Whammy Bar. His Rhythm Playing was funky, tasteful and rockin’ and his songwriting is the reason his loss is affecting grandparents, parents, kids and all ethnicities alike as Van Halen songs will live forever. Enjoy EVH kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmrVXoGuqr6msMk&ab_channel=Hazardteam

[@robertbeasley5595]

That was so awesome of doyle to share that story and play that beautiful price in honor of eddie...doyle is one of the best players on the planet...awesome talent!!!

[@redbed1604]

I saw Doyle Dykes in San Angelo, Texas where he was playing and selling Taylor Guitars. He is an amazing player! I talked to him for a while after the show, and I've been a fan ever since.

[@fasteddie4145]

got to see Doyle at a guitar workshop 25 years ago......unbelievable player....

[@zipperhead101]

I got chills, man. Like never before.

[@ibtm]

You are absolutely a living legend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rock On!!!!!!!!

[@sciencemansandera]

He inspired us all in many different factions, he will never be forgotten And I love your tone on that Guild guitar

[@johnrenfrew8083]

Glasgow man here says thanks very much. Not much into rock But for a week or so I can’t get E Van Halens playing of ‘why can’t this be love’ out my ears. I can’t work out his musical talent. Late now. Thanks for sharing xx

[@anthonycashero7605]

Love that man. God bless our guitar family.

[@Voxguitarsrock]

Great playing and a fine tribute to a real legend. I was gutted when I heard EVH had passed away. Truly my all time favorite guitarist. A real innovator who will never be equalled. R.I.P.

[@mikea4015]

Being a guitar player for over thirty years, and a huge Eddie Van Halen fan, I will say there are so many different musical paths you can choose to go down, but I must say that the path that Doyle chose requires a level of dedication and discipline that can’t be overestimated. That was absolutely amazing 🤯

[@MrAcmove]

Deeply moved ,graced and humbled! Thank You for your tremendous skill and generosity with this piece.

[@duaneholcomb8408]

Cool pic. Of. Edie. And you.I m just a so so guitar picker. But it always brought me tons of enjoyment. ,thanks. ,,,

[@rondapowers5133]

Thank you, Doyle for the beautiful tribute to EVH. It means a lot to those of us who admired him.

[@DanRill]

Really nice Tribute Doyle, think Eddie would have liked it! RIP Eddie.

[@philsalinas7137]

Mind blown. What a phenomenal musician

[@freedom224j]

SWEEEEET!! I am glad EVH heard and appreciated this! Well done!

[@tomstclair961]

Mr. Dykes. Eddie was exactly right!! All I can say is wow!!! I've never heard anyone play a guitar like that either. Amazing! Truly amazing Sir.. . There are people that are talented and there are people that are geniuses .. After just witnessing.that performance. Id have to say your a talented genius...That was so awesome. Very heart felt performance. One of the greats to be honored with respect for many years to come I'm sure. Thank you very much!! 💡🙏✌😎🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Michael-nf1ej]

Just beautiful.

[@drdylanman]

Shame on you who gave a thumbs down. This was a truly wonderful piece, and a respectful tribute to Eddie!

[@ronaldsweet3484]

Wow! Brother! Why have I never heard of you? I almost didn't check this out. Holy chimes! I'm sharing this on Facebook!

[@richardhudson385]

So cool, Doyle. Like so many of the greats Eddie Van Halen seemed to be a humble soul. I always had a great appreciation for his skills and what he accomplished.

[@BillyE5150]

Wow! I see what Eddie meant, man...you are in the stratosphere with your guitar playing! Great stories, too. Thank you for sharing that...it made my day. You are one of there rare few people who ever gave him a guitar pick of your own...that is so cool. Plus, that thing he said to you....incredible. Reminded me of reading what people would say about the way Robert Johnson played, “not like a guitar”...more like a piano...plus a harp, in your case. That’s what I was thinking.

[@terrygreer2992]

Beautiful Doyle, How Great is He, Amen!

[@naes6843]

Doyle, having finally accepted MY LORD & JESUS CHRIST into my 76 year old body I can’t help but seeing how GOD has blessed us all with clearly the very best guitarist ever. Thanks for sharing. Dave in Phoenix Arizona USA

[@larrys639]

That was beautiful Doyle, I can certainly see why Eddie made that comment to you. I was 15 when that 1st Van Halen album blew the world away. People would kill to be able to have that EVH story. R.I.P Eddie!

[@mikeb7972]

Have I been living in a cave? Why have I not heard of this phenomenal guitarist before?

[@edgaralansmithee8638]

Check out his songs: Howling of the wood, the visitation, amazing grace, and battle in the valley of elah, just to name a few

[@kimsarlis31]

He is such a nice person. I talked with him around 12 years ago or so in Aarhus (Denmark) where he held a clinic. Learned a few tricks on the guitar - one of the tricks was how to make the strings sound like a bell in a church tower. I got his thumb pick as a souvenir afterwards. I still have it in my possession. Thank you Doyle.

[@lioneltak]

Nothing like when the giftee uses the gift to testify of how great the Giver is. Got to meet Brother Dykes once and strikes me as a genuine man of God.

[@timorourke1155]

Eddies compliment to you was spot on, amazing!!

[@thaddeusproshansky5389]

Doyle. That was so great and we all in the music industry, Will miss Eddie for a long time to come. He is is Heaven with all of the greatest guitar players in the world now. Beautiful song and awesome playing , God Bless. Thaddeus.

[@TheGuitologist]

That was truly stunning.

[@stevenjones6780]

Yes very orchestral, and heartfelt...best of all.

[@childrenofthesonictemple9727]

Amazing. Beautiful. You brought tears to eyes and made my heart happy at the same time. Thank you

[@musclecarmaniacs9789]

Just beautiful.....

[@sboy1955]

Oh Lord, YES, How Great You Are!!! That was amazing…

[@johnfritts1007]

Doyle you are awesome your style shines through keep playing from the heart GOD BLESS

[@geo.cgeier3435]

Beautiful! Goosebumps on Goosebumps!

[@jackheslin5237]

Wow Doyle, That's beautiful!!