2009 Dean ML: Father Phil, Van Halen or Randy Rhoads??

[@matthewrotherham1]

This could be the best cover of a kiss song ever! That solo stacking was supreme!

[@aixpert291]

I never get tired of these videos. Phil(X) could make one EVERY DAY and I'd still watch !

[@foadrightnow5725]

Phil X and The Drills fucking kick ass! I'm not the biggest KISS fan, but that rendition fucking rocked! And it goes without saying that this performance is far better than anything KISS could have done live. Why Phil isn't a household name is beyond me. It certainly isn't for lack of talent, attitude, energy, charisma, or sex appeal. Much Love, Props, and Respect to Phil X and the boys! You guys Righteously Represent Rock-n-Roll!

[@fanoboss]

+FOAD RIGHTNOW EYE COULDN'T AGREE WITH YOU MORE

[@mgbsecteacher]

+FOAD RIGHTNOW I agree -- he should be an international phenomenon. I don't think he wants to be like the other bands with their illuminati connections.

[@foadrightnow5725]

mgbsecteacher Good point! And you're probably right. That's one possibility that I hadn't considered.

[@Patstickyman]

real talent is never recognized until its gone

[@granvillefriel1877]

FOAD RIGHTNOW No kiss alive 2 blows this away

[@brianpeter7139]

Wow! That was the best rendition of Detroit Rock City I ever heard, even better than the original. Those pick-scrapes are awesome Phil!

[@KenMickey]

New Level here .... flames !! Overdub harmony solos !!! hand cramps !!!

[@MrBeams1]

The singing voice of the drummer is splendid.

[@SuperDave21]

I read tonight where Delores Rhoads, Randy Rhoads mother passed away today at age 95. I'll bet they're having a wonderful reunion!

[@mikenuzzo3323]

Did you see Leo Faust yours comment he's about 20 up the list before yours I can't believe he said that about Randy not being in the top 10

[@soulassasin10]

Oh man that bass tone is KILLER \m/

[@susansimpson72]

I love it EVH or Rhoads? for me it will always be Rhoads! RIP Randy

[@kaptenbarbosa1436]

agreed with u! randy is masterpiece

[@dukeofpearl]

I prefer Mr X!

[@rockriff8889]

Randy was taken way too soon !!

[@susansimpson72]

RockRiff888 fuck yeah, way!!!!!!

[@vonholland64]

Quo Tanzient I just think Eddie doesn't invest his time in being a gunslinger anymore, for a long time now

[@chrisretro81]

One of the best I've seen! Also..that drummer is one majorly great singer! Very impressed Father Phil

[@Offroadandmusicfan]

That bass players fills are perfect. That kicked ass

[@mcafee1971]

Rest in Peace Mother Delores (Dee) Rhoads. Awesome Video !!!!

[@SuperDave21]

OMG.... I listend to Stevie Vai, Alex Lifeson, Elliot Easton, Eddie Van Halen, Joe Satriani, Sammy Hagar and Ted Nugent all today. Jammed all damn day long, but not a one of them put a smile on my face like Phil, Daniel and Matt just did. They consistently impress me. I'm so glad I am subbed to this channel. Phil X and The Drills ROCK...!

[@ronwilliams1094]

I freaking LOVE Phil's phrasing and bends when he solos!!!

[@Gorbyrev]

Phil, the Drills and visiting drummer, what a fantastic cover of the only song worthy on Destroyer. Great, great cover once again, aced it guys, many thanks.

[@kwebs88]

When Phil X kept switching the pick up selector I was thinking man I wish he would do some Ace Frehley. Wish granted. Awesome cover. Quite the trio you've got there.

[@pvdguitars2951]

The axe, the shirt, the hair: Phil is pure heavy metal here. Great selection of licks and songs. My favourite episode of FA!

[@CountryHouseGent]

Beginning at 4:25, you were really cutting the mustard there . . . and slicing the bacon and buttering the toast. Awesome dude.

[@sickb2200]

Kickass job on DRC.

[@kennopalus]

Eddie will always be more popular because of the tapping techniqu , and he was the first to bring technical brillaince to hard rock . I personally wasn't too big a fan of tapping . I was more impressed by his picking ability . When I heard RR on the other hand , he had technical brilliance , and played with more clarity and less noise . His playing was more musically sound as well .

[@davidsteinberg2120]

I agree and I love them both also I was so touched and influence with the classical Baroque type classical influences Randy natural expressed in his compositions it was Sublime and heartfelt that touched me deeply

[@KD-nb3mp]

Rhoads had more clarity and less noise than Van Halen? I'll put "im the one" by van halen up against anything Randy ever did. He wasnt even close to Van Halen in my book. To each their own of course.

[@daverios222]

sick mix to whoever did the sound

[@firevol6450]

Dimebag would be proud of you you did rock his favorite band of all time 🤘

[@davidsteinberg2120]

And we all know how much Eddie truly loved Dimebag

[@jackboulter4866]

RANDY RHOADS!!! will always be the best!

[@Rand_al_Thor372]

Yep

[@deltawhiskey1398]

unless you really want the best....then its EVH.

[@deltawhiskey1398]

@@Rand_al_Thor372 nope

[@Rand_al_Thor372]

@@deltawhiskey1398 Randy did as much with 2 albums as eddie has with 20+!! I wonder why Randy saw Ed buying Diary in Tower records one day...? Guess how many VH records Randy owned? Ed was trying to figure out wtf Randy was doing. Oh and "Jump" by vh is just Crazy Train with synths!!! Listen to em both again with this in mind... Its glaringly obv that ed stole that melody from Randy!!! How many ozzy songs sound like a vh song...? What a coincidence; the exact same number of vh records that Randy owned!!! Z E R O ! !

[@deltawhiskey1398]

​@@Rand_al_Thor372 you must be stoned.... Randy was in awe of Eddie....couldn't figure out how he did the things he did. His girlfriend Jan said the first time he saw Eddie he was devastated because he was always being told how good he was. He told John Stix that the licks of Eddie's that he figured out...he was using in his live playing. Said he hated it because he didn't like copying anybody else but the licks were just too good to pass up. You can be a fan boy all you want but EVH has been the most influential guitar player in modern history. The neo classical stuff the Randy was doing ....meh, never would have changed the guitar world the way Ed did....and not only were Ed's licks WORLDS tastier than Randy's...he was a better rhythm player and singer too. Bow down bitch....EVH is king.

[@bikerdhill]

love the videos, and the jams your band does at the end, makes me want to grab my guitar, and tear up the fret board everytime, rock on

[@ChrisLonski-y4l]

Keep it up phil, you're one of the best. Seriously.

[@RastaSaiyaman]

I just noticed the Motorhead banner above the drums, looks like Phil is saluting the other Phil. Rest in Peace Phil "Philty Animal" Taylor.

[@CountryHouseGent]

Amen to that. :)

[@crusherbmx]

+RastaSaiyaman Had the same thought....RIP Philthy

[@RitusG]

+RastaSaiyaman Isn't it Dave Grohl's studio? I think he's good friends with Lemmy.

[@Beelzehump]

Yes, that's 606. And, acording to Mr.Grohl "Fuck Elvis, Lemmy is king"

[@GazMoz78]

I know Phil's played some far more desirable/expensive guitars over the years, but sweet Jesus that thing sounds incredible with a bit of distortion!

[@dmike3507]

Honestly, I like Phil's covers better than the originals. The dude is a SAVAGE

[@AudiophileTubes]

LOVE the Judas Priest 'Delivering The Goods' bit! What a great release 'Stained Class' was!

[@paulk.5767]

I really don't know why but, even if EVH is a technical beast and a game changer, Randy Rhoads compositions are on another level with all those classical influences. NOW, if you ask me to choose between Blizzard of Ozz and Van Halen I, I might not be able to haha..

[@1970borntorun]

I would have to agree. Randy Rhoads is far and away, STILL the best Rock Guitarist of all time, but I also love Eddie for not his tapping, but for his incredible, in-the-pocket rhythm playing

[@Ash-kt4zc]

Best version of DRC ever. Could listen to the band all night... every night.

[@GuillermoSmyser]

Love the graphics edits! We need more!

[@Nickpaflas]

Used to play air guitar to that one with my brother and my friend in the basement. We killed that harmony solo.

[@patrickbateman7769]

Amazing playing and amazing Detroit Rock City cover! Keep up the good work Phil

[@purplehaze6385]

wow thats rock i wish i would of meet u in the 90s man great job guys

[@StealThisGuitar98]

Man all this week I was like dude why isn't there a Phil X video playing a Kiss cover, and you come up with this, nice!

[@user-pi2xl4jw3e]

i'm mildly dissapointed in the lack of dimebaggery in this video

[@samright4661]

Cry more

[@MsAsmodious]

Little known fact; Phil X is actually Val Kilmer's younger brother.

[@joeh14]

I think you’re wrong on that Phil is Canadian /Greek Val is American born in LA

[@Cthulhu_Awaken]

@@joeh14 Jeez, grow some sense of humour from time to time, CMOOON!

[@whyyeseyec]

Can we call him Phil Kill??

[@GraffitiPhysical]

I've got one of these, all black. Awesome guitar, different shape and sounds hot. I was a Gary Moore supporter at that period, although I had ever Van Halen album too. My two favourite for sure. As usual, great demo and some amazing chops.

[@wollysammoth]

PhilX - You are great. I could listen to you play that James Brown stuff all day. Just my opinion but that is as good as the original. Using the guitar to play the horns parts... great stuff.

[@1dabirdman68]

Faved just on account of the solid Kiss cover,& the fact that you added the harmony lead instead of using an octave pedal...You are certainly deserving of the respect given to you from the top echelon of ax slingers....Btw, it was EVH for me too man though i did dig Randy as well....If you ever need a bass player gimme a shout, Lol,i'll be glad to sit in for Dan! 8)

[@sonnybedez7040]

Great video, always fun to watch a good jam.

[@BigDaddy-nt6yc]

The Phil X funk band. . . . . . I'd buy all the albums. This guy is the ENTIRE package!!! Gotta love this

[@richardtang_music]

what's the song at 12:00, I heard that in the another video of a Private Stock

[@fabiofabioafonso]

Richard Tang Flying High Again - Ozzy Osbourne

[@Hazardteam]

This guitar has AMAZING sound tone!

[@derekimpens8925]

I fucking love you Phil!!! Your attitude and great spirit is so damn contagious. From now on I'm starting every day off with one of your videos!

[@purplerocket666]

Please Mr. X. Do an album with those covers. They are AWESOME.

[@canadianboyz]

OMG Dude best performance to date !!!! Gene and the boys would be proud of that one !! KILLER!!!

[@CrazyHenkie777]

Oh man I realy like the drumming on this one.

[@chuckii3]

Wow, always good covers. You guys should record a cover album with all these songs

[@george.kollaros]

Awesome playing of "Detroit Rock City", Phil!!! You played it "Alive II" - style!!!

[@sefton1972]

Class jam. Top Drums. Top Bass & Top Guitars. Class.

[@AndyThomas_mrblitz]

that stranglehold story is cool. as usual, diggin' the riffs over here.

[@Cheguebuddha]

Phil X man you are like a breath of fresh air! Keep it going!

[@mhajas725]

That's rockin, keep the music alive ☺🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@michaelosborn2568]

Phil is the kind of guy I could play an improv gig with. Holy hell, the library in his head! I have that same problem! (Plays a song)- hold on! That reminds me of (plays another song) ... Then there’s this song.... We could go forever like that! Phil, if ya ever need a bass player to fill in, gimme a call!

[@stratocaster_nerd7283]

Agree the Bass on all these sessions always sounds amazing. It ALL sounds good though. 3 super tight players. While we're on bass, I'm often amazed how good Gene Simons's bass lines are for someone just interested in money. Sure know something being the best case in point.

[@AngelHernandez-sj4nk]

You should be the 3rd character in Bill & Tedds Incredible Journey! Cool Jam! Those guitars are killer!

[@pflick13]

Are the songs at the end of these videos available to download on iTunes? That would be fricken awesome...

[@angelophan]

I've seen that drummer at the Lucky Strike, no? What treat it was! So many pros just hanging out and shooting the shit. I miss Hollywood :(:(:(:(:(

[@angelophan]

+Angelo Phan Also this is my intro to Phil X, and I love the lead work. It's rhythmic and groovy. And the singing. Practice makes for awesomeness!

[@Mark-vh7ze]

the best version i have ever heard !! wa ta go Phil & the boys

[@mitchelhernandez2843]

What is the song played on the credits?

[@Fulltondano]

Everything about Phil X - love him

[@HarryMuffUk]

Glorious tone!

[@dusty3913]

It's now become fashionable to understate how important and untouchable Eddie was to guitar I think. It probably comes from years of Eddie oversaturation. But, be that as it may...it's still Eddie all the way. He's just the king.

[@20watter]

Dude, you're back! Nice cuts. Been listening to KISS this week, that is just eerie as hell. Great chops, nice, nice guitar. Keep jammin bro. Later.

[@kridelcastillo]

5:40 qué canción es?

[@artheriford]

Relieving the Goods is bad ass.. Nice job as always Phil

[@george.kollaros]

*Delivering the Goods

[@TeiscoCurlee]

Damn the drummer (Matt Starr?) was ROCKING those vocals!

[@crazycat6272]

awesome D.R.C. cover. that sounded really good ✌

[@jimmikatt]

The "Taser lick" awesome, i'm going to use that quote myself, that is actually what it looks like. And hope Dave doesn't get upset for catching 606 on fire... lol

[@sebastionhawk5565]

16:18 ; one of the BEST melodies in modern music ever...totally classic!

[@davidallen346]

wow that Dean ML gtr has a very good tone

[@BerndThomasSchuller]

Man, you do DA FUNK really well, need more of that! Get the funk out!

[@likeanuuk6612]

that drummer can sing!

[@OriginalZach]

What supro amp is being used?

[@TheCoffeMugger]

Phil just looks cool no matter what guitar he's playing!

[@ThatsBadTV]

Whens the new album coming out Phil?

[@reneotten2288]

Awesome performance, almost better than the original Detroits!!!!

[@danmist]

What song was that over the credits? Sounds like Van Halen to me- is there a video of them doing it?

[@MrBraamski]

What song is he playing at 11:35? It sounds sooo cool! Nice video Bud! Really like the sound of that supro amp aswell!

[@chrisbarber606]

Anyone know the intro song?

[@GregsGarage]

Love the pyro. Rock on!

[@bradleystroup1457]

ridiculously awesome tone during the Randy Rhodes song part.

[@yrussq]

Dammit - Phil X is sooo good playing guitar and he remembers the hell of stuff! Excellent! So tired of those power chords demos.

[@SalandFindles]

The name Dean is synonymous with Dimbag Darrell, especially the ML model! \m/

[@mhandel]

How many amazing telecasters, stratocasters and other iconic funk guitars has Phil X played on for these videos, and it's the Playboy themed Dimebag guitar he busts out the funk? Not that I'm complaining! Next time, do some Stax :).

[@Voxshades]

+Mike Handelman Check out some of the older videos that were recorded at Fretted America...Phil played funk quite a bit.

[@rooseveltburrell9722]

I'm not a KISS fan but you guys did an excellent job on "Detroit Rock City." Just saying....

[@rooseveltburrell9722]

I am not a "Fanatic" of KISS, which is what fan stands for, but I like some of their songs ; "Detroit Rock City" is one of their songs I like.

[@joe4joy]

Cool video and cover song and all the stories!! Could it be that flatter fretboard made the runs smoother than with usual vintage guitars?

[@RokDAWG1]

This just cracks me up! I gotta give you shit about not knowing Pantera when I see you next. I even know some. Haha! Dude I swear I was gonna text you yesterday & tell you that if we are at a gig or whatever we should do "Detroit Rock City" or Cheap Trick's "Surrender!!" Dan, your bass sound is fucking awesome as always!! Man you killed it!! Matt, killer vocals! I swear I didn't see that coming! That was way cool!!

[@blueskycrying]

first of all awesome rendition of Detroit rock city hey Phil X what did ya think of the Rockin 1000 recently in Italy if anyone could organize something like that in the USA it would be you Phil you know alot of ppl and i bet it wouldn't be that hard to get ppl on board for a similar event here in the good ol' USA the home of rock n roll

[@tMatt5M]

What brand is that guitar strap?

[@patrickdann9487]

The sound was right on the money, how do you dial in those sounds?

[@Satyros2os]

The whole thing is awesome!!!

[@aljosaraketic8258]

dude,what an amazing cover,well done !!!! \m/

[@topangachronic9463]

loved the funk and Detroit Rock City was awesome

[@alfredmumbly]

Great cover !

[@TheLocalsOnlyPodcast]

Phil X the type of guy to play funk on Dean ML and still make it sound amazing.

[@EEC8680]

Sweet song in the end, name? :b

[@dragon7590]

Hey Phil, did Zakk talk any about his new Wylde audio gear?