Ego Death Fingerstyle (Polyphia ft. Steve Vai)

Ego Death by @Polyphia ft. @SteveVaiHimself - Fingerstyle Version
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#egodeath #polyphia #tod10n

[@yukito098]

I love that he's using the guitar he won in Polyphia's cover contest.

[@demo308]

I’m wondering if his is a prototype since the headstock is black, mine is brown. I know he won it from them so maybe a first batch thing

[@anthonygunnip8779]

@@demo308 Wasn't it Tim's personal guitar? Pretty sure that it was mentioned in the video, but they might've just sent out a special one for him, idk

[@orly.]

​@@anthonygunnip8779 i think it was maded specially for tim henson, he said in one video that this guitar was a commercial flaw in the 90's and they would never put it back to market, but polyphia sent the demo of "Playing God" to ibanez and asked them to create a new version of it, so his guitar was probably one of the first and customized the way he wanted. Playing God was one of their best songs and revived this guitar that literally nobody wanted in the 90's.

[@SK23.]

​@orly. Yeah he's said a couple times that his version was different from the production models

[@billyd5749]

What I came here to see. Amazing

[@masterskywalker8877]

The fact that he played this on 6 strings when most of it is played on 7 strings is impressive

[@poadude]

1 less string = 1/7 easier

[@NaisanSama]

I could magine him playing Marcin's acoustic songs

[@lofy-_-8953]

​@@poadudenah bro, that's not how it works

[@booblaa9734]

7 string just has an added lower string so its not really any different other than shifting those notes. What's impressive is his playing.

[@jsubb4680]

Thank you master skywalker

[@av0x536]

Polyphia needs to get you as a feature on the next album

[@finnbalor8262]

For real

[@Joedanpwnz]

Fuck yeah. Come on boys! Make it happen! @polyphia

[@TobeyFairre7861]

Agreed

[@NaisanSama]

Talent!

[@nokoff62]

yeah fr

[@jspotato]

I love that the sound isnt overprocessed, you can hear every noise of the finger movements and accoustic imperfections. Makes me trust the skill of the playing a lot more when its obvious its a live take.

[@mrmother473]

well... 3 live takes

[@potato7083]

He is good at fingering

[@dio1196]

BRO HE KILLED THE STEVE VAI SOLO OH MY GOOOOOOD

[@kzekami8002]

AYO HES USING AN ELECTRIC GUITAR and bro nailed it without a whammy bar

[@trywynricketts]

4:15 bro did the eeek eeek without a whammy bar, that's insane

[@user-td7cy4eh8f]

bc the sound isn’t actually the whammy steve vai just did it for effects on the video 😂

[@notagamer32]

This looks like the beginning of a long career. You are insane at guitar and it is great you're getting deserved attention. The production is so good ! can't wait for it to get even better

[@5veins9]

This sounds so unique yet so close to the original, I have never loved a cover remake of a song as much as I love this.

[@AmJustMaiko]

this is actually amazing. Ur transcribing skills are insanely great. I'm glad they sent you the TOD10, cuz like damn you actually deserve it.

[@pedrorodrigueziii4859]

Seriously. It went to immediate good use!

[@CollieMalinois]

My fave part at 4:15 after that eek eek sound, the acoustic backing up steve vai solo is so sick! Love the tone on that part

[@okami-626]

I am at a loss of words. This has to be one of the most technically outstanding (and visually impressive) covers I've ever seen in my entire life. Like, saying you did a wonderful job wouldn't even begin to do it justice. Hats off, man, you're an integral part of this fanbase's history at this point

[@orinblank2056]

If you haven't seen his Playing God cover, that one is even better imo

[@okami-626]

@@orinblank2056 of course I have, this guy's been a star for a while hahah. I actually prefer this new cover!

[@lieliedash2]

​@@okami-626 me to

[@Luke-ih1oc]

You know what’s funny is that as I listened, I remember thinking “this doesn’t sound all THAT great” lol. But in my head, I was comparing this singular guy to the entirety of Polyphia and their highly-produced track, and then I realized just how good this guy is that my brain was subconsciously doing that.

[@vipergameplay7613]

Same I was like this isn’t very good sound wise but I know he’s like 60 million times better than me lol

[@therandomisedo7175]

He doesn't play on electric guitar. Acoustic is harder to play because you need to press harder 😔

[@RichieTugay]

There is this limitation to the sound that acoustic guitars (and the electrics) can produce; surely this is already the best-sounding cover it possibly is, without any multi-tracks involved in the sense that there is only one recording of each type of guitars involved in this cover

[@jtv0706]

Galing. Pinakadabest fingerstyle guitarist ng philippines

[@lebii_m]

true

[@russeljamescanonio]

tru apaka overrated nung iba

[@SKYSHOTPhotography-ol6iq]

​@@russeljamescanonio snbe mupa ung iba sabay sa uso pero ito grabe isipin mo polyphia nayan tapos sya pa nanalo don sa contest ng polyphia at sya nakakuha nung signature guitar ni tim henson sobra saludo 🙇

[@ZZFOR3V3R2]

The fact he’s playin polyphia on polyphias guitar is jus incredible

[@volk5389]

The electric guitar at 3:50 was so clean, Well done!

[@rjb9999]

My favorite song in their album, covered by my favorite acoustic guitar fingerstylist. Sometimes life gives so much I should be grateful.

[@yeetyfreety6938]

I think this is the 50th time ive listened to it. Love it, the tone, editing, playing, all great.

[@-siranzalot-]

Outstanding Work Paolo. What you pulled of here is insane, mad respect!

[@yunahito9890]

His use of acoustic guitars on Scott's parts are so damn impressive... this is hellishly good!

[@erthuima]

You have got to be one of the most competent guitarists that I've seen in my life. Your guitar skills are insanely good. Keep up the good work!

[@kacarawr]

I'm so happy you're getting the recognition you deserve. This is great! You're the best ❤

[@lucasfilipejusto]

This covers brings me so much joy !! Amazing work of art my friend Paolo!! Keep doing that

[@Stay2Strapped]

Love that your style is acoustic, but Vai's part sees you venturing to new heights for the audience. Awesome!

[@valente.victor]

Bravo! Very impressive cover. There is a "feel" that comes across with this cover that I haven't seen anywhere else.

[@dvevilgameranwesh4254]

Bro is cracked. Damn man I can't even play one note from Tim he just did the whole band including Steve Vai. A legend in the making. 💥💥💥🌟🌟

[@ASimpleInternetUser]

Love to see that competition prize guitar getting some use. Paolo really earned it and now he's just going the extra mile with it.

[@mikes41720]

You’re so talented! It’s insane. Tim and Polyphia really need to see this and react to it.

[@akin.kilic.]

love that it's just the guitar and nothing else, super clean, best of luck on your career man

[@kafhynientertainment9707]

Amazing! I ran that Scott section back quite a few times. And your were smooth as hell during that Steve Vai/Acoustic mix. 💯👏

[@mashiro.5990]

Dude, you are awesome! Seeing you play gives me a feeling of pure peace.

[@gabrielsimoes9987]

Congratulations Paolo. That's amazing, simply amazing.

[@user-ws8bb8ii4n]

All of the guitars played together is so nice

[@bard416]

This is absolutely gorgeous dude, congrats. This must have taken so much practice. The acoustic sliding just sounds incredible. Great camera work too

[@bryceoconnor3927]

Amazing. It's awesome how well that fender sounds in your hands!

[@Adwaypratap80]

His skills brahh!! and the motivation to do that hardwork, practice and grind for this video. His skills speak volumes man!

[@jorgegandarillas4599]

I love how raw this is! Beautiful sir!

[@thomasblackleaf236]

loved the acoustic tone

[@winstonxarilo_]

the whole video was impressive, but man from Steve's solo to the outro is just perfect.

[@wi11iampark]

Great cover!! 🔥🔥 Amazing...

[@MddMLarisa]

Can't imagine the amount of patience needed to learn the full song... Congrats!

[@panohot595]

You deserve more more more subscribers. Sana makilala ka ng buong pilipinas, pati na rin sa buong mundo. Galing mo pre! More power!

[@jonathan_0]

so awesome, an amazing cover of one of Polyphia's best songs

[@moa4331]

This is definitely the best cover I've ever seen and probably will ever see.

[@geoffreymartin6363]

Awesome work. Sounds amazing, and the way you constantly swapped the guitars kept the song sounding like a conversation between them which I loved about the original. Kinda feel like the TOD10 almost let you down a little at the second section, it works with the main riff but I reckon the steel strings are nicer on this particular song - it was great to see it again though! Congrats on the fantastic cover

[@needheartranken]

Nails like that is a sign that this man is a guitar god

[@NaisanSama]

Lord of Fingerstyle

[@ky1e2884]

Incredible work, would love to see more videos of you on the electric!

[@supermegaturboman5070]

Dude! Amazing!

[@honordevs]

This is absolutely mind-blowing and I did not expect the electric guitar at the end.

[@juanmendoza-qm1td]

The Scott le page slap guitar part is very very clean and the second part of the Steve vai sólo , so Greta Job man , good guitar cover 👌🏻

[@koedurley8582]

it goes hardest at 2:45 no doubt in my mind the acoustic sound on that riff is crazy

[@Dave_Bean]

Seriously skilled musician! This was a pleasure!!

[@toesnt]

its so fricking goood! inspiring

[@JudahSullivan]

When he plays Scott’s solo😭 broooo I chills

[@paulmyfinger]

Sickeningly good. Love and respect from here

[@whisperofthewillow]

Amazing as always!!

[@justinaaronmedran5663]

Great cover! And nice improvision for lacking of whammy bar on steve vai's part Looking forward for the next polyphia cover ❤

[@talestoon]

Epic arranged ever

[@saychiztv]

woooohhh awesome . .. . . . .

[@wild1n628]

absolutely awesome keep it up

[@TejasGuptaMusic]

3:00 - fav part, besides the Steve Vai solo... 🤌

[@danielnillo]

That was dope dude. Very cool.

[@groudon2391]

Rarely see this guy play on electric guitar 🔥🔥 love it

[@spiritless07]

This is so fucking good dude. You deserve everything coming your way.

[@Tk_Tank]

Amazing cover!

[@ryrytequila]

Jaw dropping video! The skills tho!!!

[@hoycali7396]

Napakahusay mo! Grabe..Sana pagpatuloy mo lng ang passion mo.. ..ang galing!!

[@raincabreros4857]

Greatest polyphia cover on youtube

[@jeraldabanid7901]

What a blast of this channel this year ❤❤❤

[@kiralord8588]

It was absolutely fantastic, you are a wonderful musician.

[@Physticuffs]

The action on that acoustic is butter!

[@vanshiren3529]

Damn this is sick as hell, kudos and well done!

[@irsyadk]

Holy crap that was amazing. Nice use of different guitars, they all fit where they need to be. Only thing missing was a whammy bar! Execution was flawless and cinematography was also great

[@yujrondina5260]

11/10 You're a S++ tier guitarist! transposing notes, playing this song in 6 strings and converting parts into fingerstyle is alot of work and dedication.

[@ivanguitartv9805]

Skills and talent all together. Very impressive.

[@user-jt5nl7ps5w]

Beautiful ✨

[@fxETA]

bro i love this soo much , really liked that you put your own style into this cover rather than copy everything. and steve vai's part gave me chills . really like the acoustic in the background. Keep it up!

[@melanovapedia7924]

I like this arrangement, thanks 🔥

[@hotpenguin607]

I love the original Ego Death and listened to it extensively Now I listen to ur cover again and I gotta say the way you covered it is absolutely mind boggling Mad lad

[@niel5313]

Speechless.... superb,

[@JoinedinMarch]

Love you're videos!! Keep it up

[@patrickhernandez1878]

That is genuinely incredible !

[@niccologans]

Insane! 🤯

[@damianjames6829]

Amazing work 👍🏼👌

[@Lee_Satchy]

Raw and as close to Tim yet your own much respect brother keep up the great work ! 5 stars here

[@johnpaulreyes8178]

This masterpiece deserves more views.

[@sanctuary5557]

cinematography looks stunning

[@Marshall-hs]

This is legitimately incredible. Well. Done.

[@thihathiha5155]

Stunning!

[@thenormie]

Amazing

[@alamcho]

I knew you were good at fingerstyle but man, you can absolutely shred too! bravo

[@chrislawrence5965]

that steve vai's part was perfect, the tone, the execution, its so good

[@chomper33]

amazing!

[@kooliongaaa]

You are very talented, nicely performed

[@mac0271]

Sobrang napaka galing mo sir. Overall ang ganda. Goosebumps yung sa electric guitar part

[@raphagabon]

This is the cover that I waiting for🔥

[@thenormie]

The part before Steve Vai’s solo on acoustic sounds awesome And the brasstracks part on the nylon string at the end is just beautiful

[@mackoy85]

Lolo Vai and the rest of the Polyphia must be proud of you! Your electric guitar skills is a revelation! 😮

[@gram_gaming]

so good man you're phenomenal

[@superkool7]

WOW. Amazing!!