Ernie Ball: String Theory featuring Johnny Marr

[@julianpratt9616]

Legend. As Noel Gallagher said "Not even Johnny Marr can play like Johnny Marr"

[@guntherachterhof4876]

Hahahahahahahahahaha this is a great saying 😂👏

[@TheSpectacularSpiderPunk]

Such wisdom

[@wolfreyet]

I was about to post this quote 🙏

[@sage1682]

I think that saying got to Johnny a bit bc in some recent thing I watched of him, he whipped out Charming Man and executed flawlessly lol like he had practiced it more

[@Yourweakminds]

Wonna lend a tenner!

[@adri005u2]

I could listen to him just playing for hours...

[@nmacog]

I do !

[@ustheserfs]

Think they used to call them concert performances in the day

[@lynchmaleideal]

Play and talk, the dude makes me excited to just simply own a guitar - let alone play it!

[@philisaacs224]

Johnny Marr definitely has a definitive style

[@rexrobards7407]

Yeah, he's like the British version of Billy Corgan.

[@jbri1]

Well done

[@revolutionday1]

@@rexrobards7407 *groan* @ this.....

[@DudeWhoSkates69]

Rex Robards More like the British version of Peter Buck in my opinion.

[@sratus]

@@DudeWhoSkates69 A much better comparison

[@slumber44]

It's very rare that I'm interested about an artist beyond their professional career but Johnny is one of them. Great on the guitar/songwriting, of course but his endeavor & his way of conducting himself amazed me. Huge respect, one of a kind.

[@mpactdesignmedia]

Have you seen this? the respect grows... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmqxYpqrobyUnKc

[@craigcoughlin1834]

Same

[@djtomoy]

Yeah he is very humble and interesting at the same time

[@Malto_Dextrin]

Johnny Marr is a bona fide genius! Songs played (times approximate): 00:00 What Difference Does It Make? - the Smiths 1:00 That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore - the Smiths 2:00 There Is a Light That Never Goes Out - the Smiths 3:23 Hi Hello - Johnny Marr/Call the Comet 5:00 How Soon Is Now - the Smiths 6:50 Walk Into the Sea - Johnny Marr/Call the Comet 8:40 Headmaster Ritual - the Smiths 10:09 Accept Yourself - the Smiths 10:58 Bug - Johnny Marr/Call the Comet 13:13 Still Ill - the Smiths 14:15 That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore - the Smiths

[@RikiNewtonMusicianSongwriter]

I love how selfless ppl like your good self - take time to put the songs played and time stamped - for our benefit and reference. Thank you 🙏 so much for this and bless your heart ❤️. Cheers 🥂

[@meungawa]

Thank you!!! I really appreciate it!

[@takemebacktothen]

Thanks a bunch! I never listened to his stuff out of The Smiths, I'll check his other songs now.

[@yorkie2789]

What a fantastic bloke, so humble. Just starting out on my guitar journey in my 60's, he's a real inspiration.

[@eoinbyrne9068]

Are you still playing today? How has your journey come along

[@richardmeftah2569]

He always comes across as such a nice guy. He's just so down to earth and just really loves his music which he's really rather good at!

[@Johnsonjackson2022]

He wrote most of the riffs when he was in his late teens, very early 20’s... absolute genius

[@takemebacktothen]

Many, not most. He was born in '63

[@mvsr990]

Every interview I see or hear with Marr, he comes off as just the nicest possible guy to be as famous and important as he is.

[@gilguajardo7808]

Such an amazing guitarist. These songs. These riffs. I *WILL* learn how to play Headmaster Ritual one of these days! ❤️ PS, do yourselves a favor and catch Johnny’s current tour. He’s a true frontman now. Killer show.

[@morgancoady4943]

Tune to open e! That’s how he plays it, it’s super fun to play. I have a few videos on my channel of smiths riffs

[@moscowhou]

Yeah man honestly, once you see that it's in open e then it becomes really easy!!!! Check out some tutorials

[@gilguajardo7808]

You guys must be way better guitarists than I am. I have indeed watched tutorials on playing Headmaster Ritual. STILL gonna take some work for me! Haha. There’s a female guitarist in a Smiths tribute band (in LA?) that posted a great tutorial. I think her name is Allison. ❤️

[@flux1968]

Allison Bennett: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqScoGt8jNFjrKM

[@flux1968]

You can tune your guitar to E, but it might be less stress on the guitar to tune it to D, put a capo on the 2nd fret and move your finger positions up 2 frets

[@marvinshenk]

The Smiths are one of my favorite bands ever. I play guitar and Johnny Marr's parts are so unique that I never even try to learn them. They are made up of so many chords and rhythms that they are just hard to play but so enjoyable to listen to.

[@RadicalR0nnie]

not that hard, just takes a little practice lol

[@jamesrobert4106]

​After reading the comment I was waiting for the inevitable reply from someone saying they aren't difficult. SHOW US YOUR VERSIONS. Talking counts for FUCK ALL.

[@BeatPoet67]

Yes, he's tricky, but they're mostly just different chord voicings using triads on the four highest strings. Plus shit loads of arpeggios and slides in between. Lol.

[@michaelnewham6958]

You only get better by playing with a better player. Just think of the enjoyment you will have when you piece each song together. Some more easy than others. I hope you change your mind. I was once the same as you with Elliot Smith. I now play 15 or so songs with my eyes closed and sing em. The chase is everything man ❤

[@JM-bg2ts]

I see Johnny Marr I click!

[@stevencastro3110]

Johnny Marr is absolutely mesmerizing in so many ways. He is the reason why I picked up the guitar and learned to play it.

[@davidgreenburg2165]

This is the single greatest youtube video ever. Johnny is a true legend.

[@beegeewhy]

Made my day.

[@ngronlund]

I went thru college listening to his playing. His playing inspired me to learn guitar. Hearing all those great riffs strung together literally gives me chills and goosebumps. Genius.

[@lefthandluke8923]

Johny Marr... mastered turning rhythm into lead and lead into rhythm. A true pioneer, humble all the way and so passionate about guitar. Dude is my hero. A rare talent and a total class act.

[@dbob3405]

Great guitarist and amazing songwriter plus his Johnny Marr Jaguar is one of the best signature guitars out there-his changes to the original design are well thought out and make the instrument much better

[@vampeiyre]

Indeed, and his input and changes trickled-down to modern Jazzmasters too. The American Professional Jaguars and Jazzmasters wouldn't be what they are if it wasn't for him, and I for one am extremely grateful for it.

[@Duzz14]

dbob I’ve said it’s the most necessary signature guitar in history. He fixed everything. He’s made a perfect

[@freshelfpie]

Never been a Smiths fan, but I am a guitar geek, and really enjoyed this. Johnny seems refreshingly free of the piss and vinegar arrogance that a lot of musicians from that movement had. I may just have to check out his solo stuff.

[@nunyobusiness7676]

Don't think you'll be disappointed. I'd start with "New Town Velocity" and his Live rendition of "Getting Away With It" from his "Adrenalin Baby" album. I also personally like "Hi Hello" from his latest LP. Hope you enjoy, mate. Cheers.

[@wartimemodels]

It took me a long time for the Smiths to click. But, once it did (and it just happens spontaneously) their genius blossoms. They really had it all- the guitar work, composition, iconography, Moz's voice and peerless lyrical ability, capturing the feeling of the age.... but, you gotta have the right entry point...

[@Violetcas97]

Check out his stuff with “The The”, he only recorded two albums with them (Mind bomb and Dusk) but you can really hear his influence on the groups sound. Nobody quite sounds like Johnny Marr.

[@jamesrobert4106]

​@@nunyobusiness7676Excellent material. Spirit power and soul is outstanding.

[@TheAcousticBandits]

Johnny is one of the most important and iconic guitarists in the history of music.

[@clever163]

God damn I didnt want this video to end

[@basti_marr]

"it's not about being famous, never was" Ladies and gentlemen, Johnny Marr

[@glennoc8585]

Haha c'mon they all say that but ALL pop players crave adoration and success and fame and money is part of that.

[@morgancoady4943]

glenny oc you would too. But that’s not why Johnny does what he does.

[@glennoc8585]

Morgan Coady hmmm..he owns expensive things posh house etc and he openly states he wanted an escape from the estate life and pop music was that ticket. I can't blame him he's a smart guy aspiring to the middle class. People often say they what i do for love but i dont buy that. People avoid shovelling poop because Its dirty, hard, unglamorous but pays nothing ultimately. Now If i had rare poop worth its weight in gold and could pay £1000 a week for poop shovelling id be fighting off all sort of applicants. Imaging £5000 a week you'd have professional musis begging. Any artist that claims theyd starve for their art is a liar.

[@morgancoady4943]

glenny oc I would t say any. But who are we to know, we probably won’t ever be that successful. You’re right though, some artists are liars but Johnny has always seemed very humble and loved what he does. Cheers!

[@jerbear97]

@@glennoc8585 but he didn't say anything about starving for his art

[@GerryBlue]

EB, you should make your artist page on your website clickable, to learn about particular artists strings

[@ernieballinc]

Great minds think alike! Ernie Ball actually used to have this on our website years back. It's something our Marketing Team definitely wants to start implementing again and with even more dynamic ways to expand on our artist page. Thank you for the suggestion, we always love to hear feedback!

[@RobertoMarraChannel]

@@ernieballinc your strings are difficult to play, 'cause they're heavy to bend and they deteriorated after two concerts. You have to take a look of what other major brand like DOGAL or ELIXIR do.... seriously....

[@NoahMG66]

@@RobertoMarraChannel nah bro ernies are ernies they are the best, other string brands are a myth by the government to test your sanity!!! Looks like you failed

[@danielmcdermott138]

Whilst watching the interview, I was struck by the clips of him playing those Smiths chords. Honestly, just so wonderful. Truly emotive.

[@danielstoddart]

Johnny Marr, and his work with The Smiths, is the primary reason I wanted to play electric guitar as a teenager. To me he's the OG. The diamond geezer.

[@xyzxyz997]

I could listen to him all day. So humble and honest. An out and out living legend

[@alejandrohualdez5550]

I've just bought the lake placid blue Johnny Marr Jaguar....it was worth every penny!!!

[@ryanboshell6124]

Jason Olds hope you got some Ernie Ball strings to go with ;). Enjoy boss.

[@graemebruce9933]

Had one for a wee while.... fuckin awesome guitars!

[@s3cr3td00rindar00m]

I love that everyone is recognising him as a name

[@instantrameng0d36]

I've watched this video so many times, Johnny Marr is my hero I look up to him so much, and he's so cool. He always keeps up with the modern times with his music. I remember seeing him the first time at a Killers concert, at first, I thought "Who the hell is this guy? let's start the show already" but the moment he strummed the chords to "Getting Away with it" I fell in love, Then soon after he filled the venue with "How soon is now" my ears have never been the same, since then I got into T-rex, bowie, oasis, Led Zepplin, The Church, The police, Springsteen, Benard Summer's work. TFF, Keith Richards, the Pretenders and so many more just can't thank him enough

[@shadygroves8252]

what a legend, and a humble guy too. such a real artist, what an incredible writer - his riffs are amazing, old & new, this dude can do no wrong. Thank you for the inspiration Johnny. great video.

[@MarkOwen-ej5gy]

I am a year older than Johnny Marr in age, And when you think about all those famous people that lived over the hundreds of years of history, I feel very Fortunato that our time on this earth has been the same. A real living legend

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

One of the most original guitarists there's been, I reckon.

[@wartimemodels]

Oh man, the legendary green tele....

[@brianlefler4582]

His music told me I belonged somewhere, other people had experienced what I had. The Smiths were my voice. His guitar riffs helped get the emotions out of me. His songs helped me survive and became joy later.

[@jerbear97]

johnny marr is one of those musicians that you don't look up to because of their skill or talent, but rather because of who they are and what they have managed to accomplish

[@EsotericBreakfastBuffet]

Truly gifted player..under appreciated imo

[@vedder10]

I love regular slinky's in the green packaging. They feel so right.

[@wanmorgan]

Johnny Marr.. My inspiration for becoming a professional Guitarist. When all of the kids were trying to be Steve Vai, I knew I was on the right path listening to Johnny.. : - }

[@jamasters62]

These are the kind of thoughts I most love to hear from my musically heroes. How did they first "get the bug" to play the guitar, saxophone, whatever. And I am so glad he threw some love for Suzy Quatro in there! Johnny Marr's tone and textures are all his own. Any Johnny Marr's fan will relish all his personal insights he talks of in this video.

[@matthewmaurysmith2486]

I love that Johnny is still with Ernie Ball strings. I switched to them years and years ago because his name is on the back! Although, I only use elixirs anymore cuz I'm too lazy to change strings every month LOL

[@beegeewhy]

Wow Johnny....You just told a big part of my story. Except for "makin' it" and being famous and all. THAT WAS GREAT.

[@richalderson6069]

I love how he kicks it off with What Difference Does It Make?, one of my favourite riffs of his.

[@kevindietz6470]

These String Theory videos are great. I love hearing musicians speak so passionately about their craft and how they came up, it’s so inspiring.

[@Duder187]

Sometimes I think that I'm not a horrible guitar player, then I watch something like this and it puts me in my place.

[@vedder10]

I bought a bunch of these Power Slinky's just because of how great this video is. I have two Signature Marr guitars and they sound and feel great on these guitars.

[@kevinw.9385]

"Back to the Old House" from Hatfull of Hollow is my personal favorite. Hauntingly beautiful.

[@vampeiyre]

You can tell that's where Jeff Buckley got the idea for his unique arrangement of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" that everyone covers now.

[@lucifer-ic9th]

​@@vampeiyrewow well spotted

[@colt.thrower]

His songs have touched many hearts across many generations

[@GuzzWeber]

You can do nuthin but love Johnny, for everything he's done and for what he is, damn it. I love that guy, he can put some feeling when talking about the guitar, I love it.

[@davidcrystal8886]

This is perfect in every way. Not even a fan of Johnny Marr, but his passion for the instrument and his ability to express that was just beautiful. Ernie Ball, keep making these types of segments, they make me remember why I love the guitar.

[@Burny_Mack]

You know he’s a great when you almost ignore the interview and just listen to the guitar. The how soon is now chorus sings. The subtle adding of the vocal harmony is a touch of brilliance that makes the track come alive even more in most important textured areas

[@greglesondak]

Some of the coolest sounding guitar I’ve ever heard

[@christianbelanger621]

Kudos to Ernie Ball for this serie.

[@bubbaluvv]

The humbleness in johnny marr is legit. I never really got into the smiths but i could listen to him all day. Great 🎥, i play 10-56 skinny bottom heavy top mix

[@TimothySteffes]

Mesmerized by watching his hands. This video is amazing.

[@garythomas4431]

I love Johnny Marr. His style is so him.

[@edmundblackaddercoc8522]

I remember him saying 'I want to play everything, guitar, bass,,drums' amazing musician

[@33cattt49]

Best string theory so far ..... this was so inspirational.Thank you Ernie Ball , Thank you Mr Johnny Marr.

[@sethwallace5964]

I loved this interview! I picked up a bass guitar 11 years ago and the Smith's inspired me along the way as a band

[@vkrmkrshnn]

Walk into the sea is such a beautiful progression, I am hooked to the song now.

[@rustyfuzz470]

The sound he achieves with the Fender Jaguar in particular absolutely sends me…

[@natalieplumridge6291]

Love you Johnny! Loved the video , always insightful. Something special happened in Manchester something really special. Loved my time over there , love from oz

[@johnmaguire1212]

Johnny is amazing a true genius and pioneer. One of the greatest guitarists this country has ever produced. In fact one of the best ever and also such a great story teller and likeable character. Awesome 👌

[@BabarKhan-oh6zq]

How great is Johnny Marr!

[@michaelgraham9774]

Johnny has so many top shelf riffs and songs to his name

[@RossWasTaken]

Shittttt the green teles in the background, I obsess over that.

[@dickschlitz1360]

Ya a green tele custom....beauty

[@stevensherwood9674]

I think that tele was custom built by some guy in America and given to John Porter who gave it to Johnny. I think this charming man was recorded on that tele! Beautiful guitar

[@TheLucasthatyouknow]

Right that thing is a unicorn.

[@musicsaves97]

One of the coolest guitarist / musicians, EVER. Love Johnny Marr!

[@wrongthink3885]

A man truly in love with his art form. It was a joy to listen to.

[@JbfMusicGuitar]

Just started getting these videos suggested, really enjoying them so far!

[@brianlefler4582]

I love you Johnny you changed my life for the better

[@wartimemodels]

"Accept Yourself" is such a cool tune. Has so much punch live. Morrissey's lyrics are perfect for it.

[@JM-5150]

Cancelled show in Atlanta, sucks. Johnny Marr absolutely fantastic in every way possible. Please reschedule..

[@WhatDemocracy]

Such beautiful sounds.... He's an absolute musical genius

[@christaylor5668]

Nice to see Johnny giving guitar lessons on line, great viewing, insight into how he wrote them, love to see back to the old house, or big mouth in full.....👍👍👍👍

[@acalderaTube]

Got to love a super talented anti-hero - I study and try to play his music every possible day, is so inspiring!

[@rickyguerreiro]

Best Johnny Marr doc ever!

[@fartzerelli1385]

JM's tones and notes are like rays of sunshine.

[@nickolasecker9596]

Kevin Shields of My Bloody Valentine and Johnny Marr are my two biggest inspirations. Complete opposite ends of the spectrum, one driven by distortion and unconventional playing, where the other is more focused on clean tones with a hair of modulation. Both are such humble, admirable, down to earth people that truly love what they do and inspired me to pick up an instrument and figure this stuff out.

[@gary_payton]

What great video. Thank you Johhny for the riffs and Earnie Ball for producing this series.

[@wansuyud]

Jonny the most nicest artist that I inspire me a lot.very polite humble n the words come out just honestly beautiful!

[@marcelbuschelk1734]

For me, Johnny Marr is definitely a guitar god

[@johnburens3395]

This guy has always had a sweet sound, totally unique...

[@vanseventy]

This era of music and how it formed with very little producer influence made this the best music in my opinion.

[@naayfiysh72]

Beautiful words and playing Johnny 💜

[@jayhamilton5727]

such an inspiration for so many guitarists out there me included

[@ianblackmore-allen163]

What a lovely little video. Thank you so much 🙏

[@plfdjack]

love it.

[@MariaEduardaSilva-oh4dq]

i love this series! would love to have one of these with Joff from Wolf Alice!

[@pamela8329]

Thx Mr. Ball. Don't even play, but such a guitar geek & love Marr's techniques & riffs. Always interesting & entertaining interviews.

[@Duzz14]

Never would have guessed in a million years Johnny Marr uses 11s. That’s awesome I’ve been playing power slinky’s for longer than I can remember

[@Mojokiss]

Yes Johnny. You have made it.

[@taur6115]

Everything he said in the first 30 seconds. One of the greats.

[@RikiNewtonMusicianSongwriter]

This video was definitely shot at Moolah Studios at Hallam Mill. I should know I’ve recorded and rehearsed there countless times. Nice 👍 atmos ! Friendly guys who run it too. Nice to see it’s still up & running ! Cheers 🥂

[@alexandervoneich9422]

Greatest guitarist eva who still fascinates the youth ♡

[@anibalbianchi8925]

Se ve una persona apasionada, adorable, inspirador en su sensibilidad, altamente creativo y honesto. Johnny Marr gracias por existir. Una musica sublime. Gracias.

[@sweetntenderhooligans1649]

Never lose that hunger, Johnny! You're one of a rare breed of artists who've always stayed true to themselves and forthrightly so, to their art. Keep on keeping on, brother! Much love from Switzerland!

[@claytonorchard300]

Johnny’s like fine wine

[@ledhendrix5054]

Fantastic story

[@stuartpowell255]

Johnny Marr is the reason I picked up a guitar. 30 odd years later I still can’t play like him.Genius!!!!

[@JackEWare-re8yd]

Beautiful interview! My intro to Johnny Marr.

[@jonlacey316]

Being at high school in the early 80's the smiths got me out of some dark places I will always be grateful as it all could have ended differently if please please please let me get what I want didn't effect me the way it did that day

[@ryanboshell6124]

Thank you Ernie Ball.