Dream Theater - The Alien // FULL GUITAR COVER

My full cover of the newest single "The Alien" by Dream Theater.
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Gear in this video:
Ibanez Quest Headless 7 String
Kemper Amps

[@justin.hombach]

Hey Guitarchampions! Thx for the great feedback so far. :) Should I do a full note for note lesson on this song? Let me know in the comments. :) And what do you think of this song? To make some things clear: No I'm not an alien and did not cover this song in 5 minutes :D :D Depending on were you live the song is released a bit earlier. Always on midnight and I live in Germany so for example 6hrs earlier than in the US. Cheers and subscribe for more covers and lessons :)

[@bishal3513]

Lesson please

[@talimeremusic]

Even if you’re super familiar with the “Petrucci” style, the speed at which you’ve managed to learn the song is incredible! And this is also one of those “half a million time signature change” songs.

[@filoudiver]

YEEEEEEESSSSSS

[@fefz08]

Definitely!!! Awesome cover

[@ashishdua2280]

Damn yes

[@redskullz1249]

I know Ross Jennings is playing guitar on his new album, but he's really going above and beyond now to prove his chops! :D

[@freeradicule6660]

first time hearing about this......must investigate

[@victormontielpiano]

Hahahah nice one. Greetings to the Haken fans

[@bjornbrunekreeft]

I was about to comment something similar when I read yours. Spot on!

[@wilksy2008]

Aha, I’m glad I’m not the only one who thought of Ross haha!!

[@NathanFazekas]

My exact thought after seeing the thumbnail XD

[@felipelobor]

Not only you figured it out so quickly, you played it so organicaly that looks like you composed the song. Great job!!!

[@justin.hombach]

Thanks alot man :)

[@rioramandha575]

The question is . . . How could you learned this song so fast? this song is just released . . . Bravo btw 🙌🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@justin.hombach]

In germany the song is released since midnight :) thanks alot

[@ezrasoesanto5158]

So Fasssstttt

[@KaffiHusniIbadah]

@@justin.hombach still so fast ma friend 🤘🏻😁

[@Dhaos620]

He entered in petrucinator mode

[@Winmar]

@@justin.hombach Well that explains it then!

[@vulcandj]

I’m not sure what impressed me more; your ability to play JP’s parts so well, or the fact that the song just came out and you did it AND have it memorized. I guess I’ll be impressed by all of it. 👍🏼 Outstanding job!!!

[@germandariomedinaacosta7660]

Man you will need to do a tutorial about how to learn a difficult song so freaking fast instead!! incredible well done

[@blue0035]

Between you and Evan Bradley, the speed and accuracy that you guys put this stuff out at is absolutely incredible. I could only dream of having that capability.

[@RickydeCamargo]

So, we found the Alien....

[@flahgdoe4558]

This guy just farts out Petrucci solos like they’re nothing. Amazing!

[@jeremiahlindelof5539]

In all seriousness, that was incredible. I may have heard one flat note at the outro, but am also by no means an expert. One. Maybe. Your precision, energy, and the organic way you play is really fun to watch and listen to.

[@justin.hombach]

Thanks a lot man :)

[@cwoodside907]

You absolutely nailed the interlude before the solo at 4:40!! I’m still trying to figure that one out. Even after hearing it some multi dozen times, It’s hard to detect repeatable patterns in petrucci’s sequencing on the guitar. Very impressive!

[@kaoko111]

Must be frustrating for John to take months to craft a new album that is a long complex conceptual masterpiece just to realize some guy on KZbin already did a full cover mere hours after release. Great job.

[@JV8901]

Thats what I was gonna say. This dude learned it faster than John lol amazing talent

[@tomh4244]

Well there's a huge difference between covering and composing the song so..if anything i think JP's happy to see some people that are this dedicated to what they create ;)

[@martinpaddle]

I mean, any good violinist can learn to play a Beethoven symphony quicker than Beethoven could...

[@sauvonslacollineduroucasbl3656]

Dude you're quite impressive, this song came out worldwide yesterday and it only took a few hours to learn it and record it wow 👏👏

[@michelarnet8535]

Wow, that was fast. Almost perfect rendition! The solo section even gave me chills... so, thanks!

[@KyFiGz]

The end of that solo is so beautiful

[@justin.hombach]

Oh yes it is 😍

[@dutchrockertv5411]

You must have stayed awake all night to pull this off man! This is amazing! Much respect! Got my sub!🙌

[@justin.hombach]

Haha I did 😂 thx and awesome reaction video btw :)

[@harieszphrygian]

this is freaking me out! you're badass, bro!! John have to watch this🤘🏼

[@someperson9052]

I didn't even know the song was out...

[@PerJohansson-Xeizo]

It's a 9:30 song by one of the worlds most notorious shredders, the patience and determination to nail every note that fast is amazing, I'm impressed! Even though I know it's far from impossible, heck I have memorized over two hours worth of playing before a gig, but that took _a_lot_ of time ... about the song, I'm not sold yet!

[@carlseaver5729]

Dude, the song is about 15 minutes old and you nailed it!!! HOLY SH*T!

[@rod-abreu]

You should consider the timezones man, hahaha, it's generally released at midnight, but it's an absurd to learn a song of this complexity in few hours.

[@cvdguitar]

great job man !!!!! I would love for you to explain the harmony of the theme and its melodic resources !!! I'd love to!!!

[@Nedwin]

First guitar cover of the song. You are amazing man!

[@JakobStrand]

"Wow! DT´s new single! I gotta liste...aaaaaaaand it´s been covered."

[@jonin0001]

Wow a cover already. Dude your a machine!

[@TheKneezee]

Absolutely impressive your ability to learn a Dream Theater song in less than one day. Everyone should take their hats off for you, mate.

[@JohnSweet]

AMAZING JOB .. YOU DESERV MORE THAN THAT.. THE SOUND IS SO GOOD, YOUR HAND ARE VERY GOOD.. I'M IMPRESS 😱❤️🤘

[@floydburney6060]

.....& DT just won a Grammy tonight for this tune. Excellent video!!

[@chrisferguson374]

Bravo. From Toronto....... You should be proud of your talent. The first time I have seen you. Hope your well. Be safe out there In the stars...

[@BodyjailedBlues06]

You are a monster ! Oh my god you play perfectly …. I just order my quest 7 strings waiting for her I’m gonna watch all your videos !!!!!

[@justin.hombach]

Hahaha awesome man, I don't think you would regret this :D

[@FranHn1982]

This phenomenon occurs because those who study the Petruccian school are already familiar with the compositional style of this icon of the guitar. And let's be honest, even if this is a new DT album, there is nothing that comes out of the repetitive and already somewhat boring compositional formulas. Anyway, a valuable achievement by the interpreter of this alien piece.

[@justin.hombach]

You got it on point. I play Dream Theater songs since 15 yrs now and I'm extremely aware on how Petrucci is approaching things

[@FranHn1982]

@@justin.hombach excellent work man.

[@DeeDammersOfficial]

@@justin.hombach which doesn’t make this video any less relevant or any less hard or any less alien, haha! Go Justin! ❤️

[@riveralight104]

you''re f fast learner, damn! that's so good

[@Owtyg23]

Wow that guitar sounds amazing!

[@stepitupandgo67]

excellent job man....and nice axe...I've played a couple fanned fret guitars and they were just clunky for me...but that one looks playable...ibanez quest...hmm...

[@diegogomez5210]

Awesome man!, a lot of accuracy in those notes!

[@wolfgangamadeusmozart2057]

Wooow that Fast? Like me when I was young ❤️

[@chrismiller3898]

Came here for clarity on the riff before the solo, but I'm leaving more lost than I started. I'm also leaving a like and a subscribe, though... beautifully perfect cover!!

[@puiahmar929]

Jesus! It was teleased just a day ago. How do you figure it out so fast.. Respect man!

[@tgstk2]

holy crap.. someone didn't got any sleep last night! wow... this might be even more impressive than the song itself!!

[@Adrian_Weiss]

This is unbelievable. My greatest respect for this achievement. Wow!

[@xdamoxhawk209]

excellent!- thanks for that - ive got it slowed right down on ultimate guitar tabs and switching back from time to time on this!

[@Jeej123]

That interlude is brutal asf, and you managed to play it as clean as JP? You are the alien my friend!

[@auralfixxation6702]

It's impressive to cover Dream Theater but, to do the day it's released? I'm at a loss for words.

[@roguecheddar]

Incredible ears and ninja guitar skills to match. Superb!

[@ericwg73]

You’re getting a sub for the cover but I’m staying for the mustache and facial expressions. 😊 In all seriousness, amazing job man. Well done.

[@pRiNtdRuM]

What should I say.... Bro this is insane!!!! Even I'm a drummer very enjoying and shocking 🤣👏 what a fast learn. btw I'm from Thailand please apologise my English not that good

[@henrysk3tchez]

U guys are fast!!! Absolutely astonishing cover man!!! Awesome 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽

[@yeptoo1148]

Absolut one of the greatest Dream theater song ever. For a killer album 😊🗽🇺🇸

[@Icedsymphony7]

If covering a very challenging song as fast as possible was a sport you are definetly the usain bolt of it WELL DONE

[@MuhamadHeyckel]

John Petrucci on Metalsucks: "Maybe I gotta make stuff harder" Justin: Yes. Great job, man!

[@raffaelcruz7708]

I have just come across your channel. What a finding!!

[@prabinsony5767]

You are awesome brother Love from Nepal🇳🇵

[@ts8398]

this is an amazing 2 hour realese then cover 🤠

[@jc2559]

Amazing! You’re such an inspiration for teen artists like me!🤘🌟

[@justin.hombach]

Wow, thats awesome to hear. Thank you :)

[@jc2559]

I’ll try my best to become a excellent artist and an inspiration like you Justin! Thanks for letting us appreciate your art🌟

[@JasminMusic1602]

Are you from this planet my friend ?????? Before this I listen Romeo Divide and Conquer cover! 🎸🙏❤️

[@justin.hombach]

Yes, actually there is no magic trick. Just practise ear training, and doing transcriptions and it's totally possible to do songs like this.

[@douglasalvaradocorrales]

Dude! You play like a rock star... Two thumbs up 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Despond]

Great playing and that's a splendid set-up you have there.

[@jons.guitars]

Wow congrats, impressive playing and figuring it out so fast 😲

[@Killua111]

Super clean cover, congrats! I've enjoyed it so much!

[@Tubarillo]

Gorgeous!!!!

[@antuanheath8234]

Dude super inspiring, sick mate,the playing the tones,cheers mate!

[@regyadrummer]

WOW las than 12 hrs from launch, an you transcribe !! Nice transcription and performance!!

[@JLchevz]

That was amazing. Thank you for this magnificent cover.

[@justin.hombach]

Thank you for this comment and therefor the support to this channel :)

[@MatthewOSullivan]

I've watched this like, 100 times.

[@solarwinds5114]

Wow this is impressive. This is like Nik Nocturnal speeds

[@maheshprabhu7634]

God Damn!! amazing bro 😲

[@justin.hombach]

Thank you

[@tomh4244]

That's awesome Justin!!! Please make the full lesson, as usual emphasize on scales and chords, how did they get that sound? Its so weird and mysterious, I'd love to understand it better. Cheers from France 😃

[@magnusakerman1918]

So nicely done Justin 👏 I just love it

[@charlieboy1999]

Awesome skills! Great sound! Nice chops bro, thumbs up (btw you look like that English hairy cooking biker on tv)

[@TheSlaytech]

Amazing bro ..good job....Keep on rocking.. : )

[@benmoore1715]

Incredible ... bravo sir!

[@johnlong1369]

That was phenomenal Dude. How the fuck did you learn that so quickly. Amazing stuff. You remind me of Weird Al Yankovic but you kick freaking ass.

[@PaulKingMetal]

Justin, you're a beast! Well done bro😉👍

[@justin.hombach]

Thank you very much

[@way2sh0rt07grad]

This song is incredibly fun to play. Awesome job! Wish I could get into the other songs on the album, they just aren't as memorable.

[@ArlanMakber]

Very good my friend 👍❤️👍. I like your beat rhythm 🔥🔥👍

[@shivambulsara8509]

Absolutely loved this ♥️😍 Also, Can I play this on 6 Strings? If yes, which tuning?

[@kazukihiratani]

E Standard

[@paccavelenosa]

What an amazing job!!!

[@FrankiorMusic]

Niiiice one, bro! You're always killing it! 🤘🤘🤘

[@sinah.maleki7635]

man, couldnt believe this ! the song is just out!!! great cover!!!! thought JP shaved first lol

[@caryverhalen]

Exceptional talent young man!

[@blackmoon1603]

WOW that was outstanding!

[@stevetech5150]

dude, excellent job on this one!!

[@ionasguitar]

WOW Great Job dude!

[@anatoliikrytskyi5847]

OMG, you learned it so fast!? It is awensome

[@OhadAlonMusic]

Amazing bro. You are AMAZING!

[@g46psk]

i knew it, you are a composer of this song.

[@ebradley82]

Inspiring man. Amazing playing, looks like you're having a blast too. New sub!

[@tinflesh]

Soooo you’re telling me you replaced John in the recording session?😂 how the hell did you even do this?!

[@errordrom]

Nice Justin. Schön dass du deine Passion auslebst. Dennis hier von ehemals "Lost in Sunset " Geiles Zeug was du hier hochlädst. 💪

[@justin.hombach]

"Lost in Sunset" Gott das ist wie lange her? 12 Jahre? :D Kuhl danke dir :) lg

[@errordrom]

Ja 12-15 Jahre 😂

[@seven8time]

Great job. Awesome song!

[@adriankovacs4133]

Talent right there

[@justin.hombach]

Thanks man :)

[@KG-wp6gh]

Are you conspiring with Evan Bradley? 🤣 Fantastic work.

[@justin.hombach]

Evan is awesome, I use his tabs for my tutorial/lesson. But don't know if he knows me... the transcribtion I did by my own :)

[@KG-wp6gh]

@@justin.hombach well, this quick transcription and cover put your channel on my radar. Looking forward to digging in and watching your content. Do you take transcription requests?

[@anambivalentenemy]

Hey Justin! What can i say for your playing that others haven't said already? I just love watching you play,such a great watch,and listen,every time! Just a question.I have never understood where one riff ends and the next begins. So,could you tell me how many unique (not counting the repeated ones) riffs are in this song? And,based on the number of guitar riffs on the whole new DT album,do you find it to be more riffy than other DT albums? And do these riffs guide the songs,or are there to support the rythme section of the songs? I ask you because on my listens so far,i have trouble distinguishing the guitar riffs,and they sound very same-y to me. I could be very wrong though,that's why i am asking you,to listen to the album with a new perspective,and focus carefully on things i haven't noticed yet. Thank you! 🤟

[@thirteenthandy]

This dude is speed running life.

[@mariocappful]

LOVE THESE TWO PILLOWS! (can you reveal the kemper profiile you are using? :) )

[@JasonMelidonie]

Amazing Justin!

[@justin.hombach]

Besten Dank Jason :)

[@Almametall0]

Just seen this video (and this channel fro the first time) and "WTF! Ross Jennings from Haken playing a DT song!?!?"

[@Rabian90]

Wow. Awesome. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@2good2betrue3]

Insane cover mate!🤘🏻, how did you learn that fast?😮 maybe you are the Alien haha :D, I think JP should pay you as his alter ego, you can replace him in gigs when he wants a break, just grow more beard and your good to go. 😂Cheers!

[@walanggustiyala3897]

I think you're the real alien, Sir.

[@gabrielpradyumnaalencarcos5129]

Thank you so much!!