Holy F***ing Sh*t. I Can't Handle This.

Extreme have returned after 15 years of silence. I was VERY excited when I heard they'd released a new single called Rise, particularly as I am such a huge fan of Nuno Bettencourt. He has to be one of the best guitarist of all time.
Does this song live up to expectations though? You tell me, in the comments.
#extreme #nunobettencourt

[@PaulMeUnder]

Nuno is top 3 but NEVER gets mentioned by the music press! 3 Sides is an underrated masterpiece.

[@realledbetter5015]

Yes my favorite Extreme CD. Around the time it came out & I had it in heavy rotation I said that he out Van Halened Van Halen.

[@JorgeCanela]

@@realledbetter5015 In my opinion Nuno is a much better songwriter/musician than Eddie Van Halen. Van Halen was one of the fathers of shredding and had huge amount of great rock songs and albums (IMO especially with Sammy Hagar), but I think Nuno is on another level. He had these proggy/jazzy/funky influences that meant his material was more diverse. Of course that also meant his songs were more "difficult" to listen to, and that III Sides ended up not appealing to such a widespread audience, compared to what Van Halen usually did.

[@gcrauwels941]

I wore a CD player out learning that album.

[@R_SENAL]

I have the first 4 albums but life was really busy when the 5th rolled around and I never picked it up, was that one as good? I remember hearing like one song and not feeling the same as the others...??? Figure who better to ask than a true fan.

[@davidmerlin3344]

@@JorgeCanela Hold on there. EVH was the Master of unique riffs that were unlike anyone. Nuno is great but he will tell you himself that Eddie was the greatest Ever.

[@mattgearytransplanted]

their set at the Freddie tribute concert was epic. one of the highlights of the entire thing. welcome back Extreme !

[@mirapiccolo6601]

Agree

[@adamphillips6865]

I still watch that set often. Epic.

[@coachjdc]

totally agree- thought they stole that show

[@michaelespinosa9168]

Hard to believe it was 31 years ago! Numero nuno!

[@kbusby4824]

Hear Hear!!

[@donald-parker]

Extreme's performance at the Freddie Mercury Tribute concert was amazing. And touching. It was clearly a labor of love, respect, and homage. It takes some cahones to do that infront of Brian and Roger. I was never a big fan of their music but I hugley respect their talent. They could do pretty much anything.

[@TheRealHucasys]

I don't remember, gonna go watch it.

[@tracybosworth1033]

They blew everyone else away! 🤘🏻

[@CHAUNCEY.GARDNER.]

​@@tracybosworth1033 I have it downloaded.

[@Hoscitt]

Yeah it's the definitive example of how to 'take' a gig 👍🤘

[@grahamkenny7864]

I always thought Gary Cherone should have taken over for Freddie instead of Adam Lambert.

[@rsdrt]

This solo will be remembered for many years.

[@norhythm100]

In my opinion, this will be the new "beat it"

[@myworstenemy680]

Nuno's one of the few players who was heavily influence by EVH, but ultimately created something all his own out of it. His attack is insane. Just listened to "Waiting for the Punchline" again. Very underrated Album.

[@bennyfriis601]

I totally agree, I rarely, read/hear WftP get the credit it truly deserves.

[@andyhinds542]

Waiting.. is a brilliant album. Shame that Mike Mangini was underused on it. I didn't know who he was but when I saw him live doing the drum solo on that 1995 tour he utterly blew me away. Kevin Figueredo, in comparison is just competent in comparison.

[@myworstenemy680]

@@andyhinds542 Drummers get the short end of the stick on songwriting credit and publishing royalties. Great drummers(and bass players) are the key to great bands imo. Thank you for the reply.

[@Sakhmeov]

Everybody goes lyrical over EVH or Malmsteen, or if they wanna be more "tasteful" they say Satriani or Vai... They ask me who's the best guitar player around, I skip straight and it becomes a simple question; "Nuno or Guthrie? Hmmm... Guthrie can do things with just feeling and sound which are incomparably on point... But then we have Nuno's soloing and cheeky lick capability..."

[@vagalhaes]

Nuno is great, one of the best for sure. And he is Portuguese! Is about time for The Darkness to come and give a concert in Portugal 🇵🇹💚

[@squarejawpublishing]

I saw Extreme playing in a suburban pub in Vancouver in late 88 or early 89. I could not believe Nuno Bettancourt’s playing of an acoustic guitar. He was sensational. Bob Rock, Jon Sykes and Joe Perry were in the audience … word was out they were about to be the next big thing. Amazing band

[@lueyteledeluxe7457]

When you see a truly talented AND skilled (from untold hours toiling before the metronome!) musician perform in RL, and up close... you realise that you were but a fool to ever fancy yourself a wannabe star! 😅 A FOOL! 👇😅

[@huskiefan8950]

Musicians can have fun/success locally without making a million dollars, but not needing to either, in order to love performing and writing.

[@lueyteledeluxe7457]

@@huskiefan8950 that s fine..I LOVE playing guitar! By far , my favourite thing on earth.. But kidding myself if I ever think I'm gonna still be a rockstar! I think I was probably pushing it pretty hard to ever think I could have made it, though I did have half a chance in the 90's when the grunge era allowed for all manner of crappiness! Possibly.

[@aoneventsdjdannyaon]

The solo (and guitar tone) for “get the funk out’ remains to this day as the best rock solo and guitar sound of all time (imo).

[@drslothlehoff806]

100% agree

[@wallywest2360]

Yep. And I thought it was hilarious when they released it as a single and the radio stations had to decide if they could play it or not. Most did, without even listening to the song, and then got all kinds of angry callers asking why their kids were running around screaming "get the fuck out".

[@tricko8000]

@@wallywest2360 That's fking hilarious 🤣🤣

[@toivonencresto]

yes, in your opinion.

[@MrKit19832009]

​@Vi Blu he literally ended the comment by saying "In my opinion"

[@dusty3913]

3 Sides is a a masterpiece album-hard to beat that. But, Extreme is like a wonderful concoction of Queen, Van Halen and Aerosmith. Really, a top 5 all time band for me.

[@moose6509]

Agreed. The 22 minute finale to that album is a masterpiece.

[@MaTtRoSiTy]

I used to go to sleep listening to that album every night, had it on cassette tape too lol. It was such an epic album

[@mikal]

I place both Extreme 2 and 3 in the list of greatest albums ever recorded. I place 3 just slightly above 2.

[@adams565]

Stop the World remains one of my favorite tracks ever

[@darklordlc]

Nuno is an absolute beast

[@johnpavlovitzofficial5565]

They should have been one of the biggest bands in America. They have the whole package: great front man/vocalist, incredible musicians, really smart songwriting, a unique synthesis of influences, and brilliant live show. I think they were a decade too late. In the 70's, their kind of musical diversity was welcome. I think this album is going to be really good for them, if this single is any indication. I think the world needs a good rock record.

[@rainman42]

You're right....but we got a ballad as their single, their radio hit......at the time that came out,you had an overload of new music that became "game changers" if u will..91' ..we had metallica, nirvana, pearl jam, Alice in chains, gangster rap starting to take over,etc, all putting out singles/albums that changed mainstream music forever...sadly ,Extreme didn't get what they deserved...yes ," more than words" was a huge song, played constantly on MTV, but if they had chose some of their heavier songs with nunos talent at the forefront, maybe they would've been considered game changers, as well they should...can u believe 2023,all these years later they release a song with great vocals/harmonies and a frigging face melting solo that is being talked about by every guitarist or person who really loves " real" music? It's just awesome....thanks for keeping rock, REAL rock, alive.....

[@iLanFrid]

The singer doesn't have the charisma and mystery most lead guys like Staley, Weiland, Chris Cornell etc have. He typically sings at his highest breaking point on almost every song. Becomes annoying from one song to the next. On Extreme 5 - every song is max yelling with bland lyrical content.

[@thismothafuckasaid7304]

Actual quote about band in early 90s: "Nothing Extreme about Extreme's lead singer...He needs MORE THAN WORDS if plans on maintaining success.". I liked Cherone, but agree w/ people claiming nothing stands out about him, which isn't good for a front man

[@johnpavlovitzofficial5565]

@@iLanFrid this tells me you haven't listened to an Extreme album.

[@johnpavlovitzofficial5565]

@@iLanFrid all those lead vocalists are gone. Maybe mystery is overrated. Gary is a consummate pro and the lyrics on III Sides are incredible.

[@kingcontraryman7850]

One of my favourite all time bands. Often misunderstood and sadly under rated. Great to see them back at last after 15 years since Saudades! 🤘

[@jimstewart8122]

Me too. Nuno is also one of my very favourite guitarists. So glad they're back again.

[@hollywoodactress]

Totally agree. Each album of extreme is great and for those that don’t get it from the first listen. Give it a few listens.for example Waiting for the punchline is raw and different from pornograffiti era

[@normanhenderson9290]

It didn't help them in their overall view when MTV played the living crap out of "Only Words" and people ran out to buy the album only to be assaulted by Nuno's guitar on the remaining tracks... it did help sales though... incredibly great album!

[@jeffpaulic8544]

Jesus has it been that long?

[@jamesbedford3774]

That solo is insane. Bettencourt is such an underrated gem.

[@carlmarks8170]

The chorus reminds me of "Tik Tok" by Kesha

[@sovaine]

I saw Nuno a few times and what impressed me was how effortlessly easy he made it look, one of the few guitarists that can make his guitar sound like it's singing.

[@pittstaffio]

Nuno delivers live every single time. The entire band does. I have been blessed with front row 2 out of 3 times I have seen them since 1989 and every position on Nuno's fret is sick!!

[@MathewBrook-u1r]

There is no denying Nuno’s talent, that dude is phenomenal. The whole band sounds so tight and Gary’s voice is absolutely awesome. I’ve been a fan of Extreme since the first album and I can’t wait for the new album to finally come out 😊

[@renemaz]

Love the fact Extreme has new music coming! Nuno is a beast.

[@RockStarMichael]

I love it when people from my generation (Gen X), come back and put on a M'Fing CLINIC showing younger generations the immense power, grace, and sheer beauty of ROCK AND ROLL. This music will never die. Watch and learn - and recognize the absolute brilliance of masters.

[@patrickmcpartland1398]

I see you've joined the boomer side of things.

[@RockStarMichael]

@@patrickmcpartland1398 Unfortunately, I have to. Things were just better in the last century when it comes to art and culture.

[@kane6529]

@@patrickmcpartland1398 he’s just an old soul! Everyone knows there no talent or virtuosity coming from young kids these days! All the 10 year olds playing EVH solos note for note are missing that feel! The toans in ur fingers Brugh every boomer knows that!

[@RockandGameUSA]

You should check out Polyphia who played a "recent" song with Steve Vai.

[@witch_haunts_ghost]

I was thnking watching this how happy it makes me to watch you react to something you're so passionate about to the point where you were rewinding the solo and reacting to it again. Brilliant. AND THEN you bust out the no sound amp, 'vegan pizza', hotel room story and I am screaming again with laughter.You're such a legend and you crack me up.

[@shadowproductions969]

I agree. Justin kind of downplays what a legend he is himself. I'd love to see him react to songs that he loves and inspired him along with hearing his stories about starting the darkness and some of the good and bad times he's had over his career.

[@markchallinor1331]

A combined Darkness/Extreme tour would be a dream come true! Make it happen Justin!

[@dampwookie]

Nuno is a guitar god. Also seems to age much more slowly than most humans.

[@davebishop2566]

1966

[@Moveplaylift]

He's the Paul Rudd of shredders...

[@MegaChoo2]

@@Moveplaylift Paul Rudd mirror scene wanderlust? If yes,then I agree.

[@robertbordevik5072]

I love the interview with Brian May where he dissect one of Nuno’s solos, think it’s: Get The Funk Out" actually. And he is just in awe over how well played/creative it is. Nuno is a little overlooked these days, but his creativity is next level even in todays standards. So glad he is back!

[@andyje7870]

Justin, thanks for the great reaction. Huge Nuno and Extreme fan but highlight was your closing story, laughed out loud at my desk at work. Whoops. Saw The Darkness in Minneapolis last year, present for my Daughter's 15th Birthday. Both her and her younger sister loved the show! Been playing them Darkness albums since they were toddlers. Keep doing what you do, world is a bright place with people like you in it!

[@karirunarsson367]

PLEASE continue doing this - showing the whole guitar when you are playing it, both the neck and what your right hand are doing. This is SO informative and insightful for a new guitar player such as myself. I learn so much about "music theory" from watching your videos

[@SunstreakerTitan]

One of the best underrated bands of all time

[@PeeWee75]

Who underrates them?

[@SunstreakerTitan]

@@PeeWee75 As a group that came out towards the end of the 80s beginning of the 90s they got lost in the grung era. But if you know there quality you know

[@kathrynhegedus]

Thank you! I've been replaying this since it launched on Wednesday. I've loved Extreme since the beginning. "More than Words" was a song a friend and I would drive around and sing along to at the top of our lungs. She passed away 10 years ago and every time I hear it now it brings a tear then a smile. Nuno's always been incredible and I got to see Gary with VH. So glad they're back!

[@ajburgs1121]

Another guy that rarely gets mentioned is Steve Stevens. Another incredible guitarist. Nuno is the definition of “cool guitarist” Reverse headstock, painted finger nails, long Fabio hair. And insane chops. Too cool

[@youreadyfreddie]

Cousin Steve!

[@monag.769]

THE extremely gorgeous unique Steve Stevens🤩

[@brutallyremastered4255]

Oooh...long hair and painted nails! Too much, huh?

[@willeh1947]

Steve Stevens is one of my favourites. Originally found out about him when my old man showed me the Top Gun anthem - then I heard Atomic Playboys and that was one of the songs that inspired me to play guitar a few years back. Now I can play it too, not as well as Steve, but I’m always improving 😂

[@stonecold9132]

Painted nails on a man. Definitely not normal

[@jared_grey]

Whoa, the verse vocal melody and tone remind me heavily of Stone Temple Pilots.

[@mattiodowd3209]

Velvet Revolver

[@larrybstreetfish5852]

He even moves like Scott W..in this vid

[@antonsaviozzi]

Silvergun Superman that is. It’s been my first thought as well. Verse and pre chorus actually. Great song though. Not a big fan of the mix myself. But hey…right about time for a comeback, Gary’s singing better than ever. And Nuno…come on…🫣🤤

[@mikeseaquest9246]

Absolutely. Silver gun super man?

[@mikeseaquest9246]

It’s like a tribute to weiland and Nuno has said the whole album is a tribute to EVH

[@DavidSush1]

Nuno is unreal. So excited to see him here in Cleveland tonight February 3, 2024.

[@alexmanne]

I always liked Extreme. They are so much better than the songs they are most widely known for. Love Nuno's playing and style. He's instantly recognizable. Not sure I like the new single, but I'm glad they're back.

[@MrMatrix2808]

The whole album is a work of Genius! I cannot stop listening to it. From the brilliance of Rise to the techno X Out, through to Beautiful Girls, and finishing on Here's to the Losers. It's just immense.

[@jaytyler6203]

Glad to see Extreme coming back so great. Verse singing part gave me STP vibes whom I really love too. Can't wait for whole album!

[@aaronmoore54]

Was checking the comments to see if anyone else thought the same thing about the verse sounding like STP.

[@KatSnow11]

@@aaronmoore54I thought so…

[@user-di1hh4qy6r]

Yep

[@capitaineboivin819]

@@aaronmoore54 same!

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

@@aaronmoore54 That's what I was trying to think of. It's got the same cadence.

[@woodzie06]

Nuno is sooooo underrated. When will the guitar world recognize him for his godlike playing. I can't look at "best guitarists" lists because they never put him in a justified spot. I have high hopes for this new album.

[@JasonTAho]

If I'm not mistaken, I read somewhere that Nuno doesn't care about accolades, so maybe it's his wish. Still, I agree tho that he doesn't get the recognition that he deserves

[@micht6888]

Underrated? Never has he been that.

[@dominicijavier1575]

he's never been underrated. everyone in the guitar community has regarded him as one of the best. consistently top 3 in the world in every guitarist's opinion. he just likes to be quiet about it and just enjoy being able to play. that's just it. he's not like steve vai who loves the spotlight, and I mean that in a good way. I love how steve vai loves the spotlight hahahahha. he gets creative with how to get into the spotlight and I enjoy that.

[@mejsjalv]

It's curious how the band got only one super massive hit, and it sounds nothing like the rest of the album. By listening to "More Than Words" alone, you don't even get the notion the lads are a heavy rock band, you don't even get the notion that Nuno is particularly remarkable on the guitar (the single version does cut off the fancy shreddy guitar bit), and it does not even sound like a more stereotypical rock ballad, more like Everly Brothers/Simon & Garfunkel stuff. I remember I was so surprised. I bought Pornografitti without knowing anything else other than their set at the Freddie Mercury Tribute. Blown away by the guitar work and their overall sound.

[@MacSoundSolutions]

the verse melody is very reminiscent of Scott Weiland can’t think which tune maybe Velvet Revolvers Slither or a STP tune, Cool tune, great solo.

[@mikeseaquest9246]

@@christophermeggison2986 silver gun superman

[@MacSoundSolutions]

@@mikeseaquest9246 yes that’s the one, thanks

[@louiseander01]

Just saw Extreme in Glasgow and they absolutely smashed it. Nuno... OMG that man is just amazing live. Never skips a beat 🤘🤘🤘

[@leosheridan2636]

Extreme's first album was 1989 and the solo's were unreal! where would the World of Rock be without Nuno Bettencourt!?

[@NPC-fl3gq]

His right hand technique and tone are awesome!! Always loved his use of compression and delay too.

[@JohannesYtterstrom]

In like two days the video for Rise has reached over 400.000 views. It might be nothing to brag compared to bands like Metallica, The Rolling Stones or AC/DC but it is plenty and much more than many other rock acts get. I had no idea Extreme was still such a big band.

[@drunvert]

My kid was in a rap video by an artist that is in prison for murder and it got 45 million views

[@pittstaffio]

If you can, see Extreme live. I've seen them 3 times since 1989 and over the years they have not slowed down. Unlike "big" bands, they leave everything on the stage. My brother was a Stones fan and he was in awe of Extreme's energy.

[@JorgeCanela]

@@drunvert Yet Nuno Bettencourt doesn't need to kill anyone and manages to be one of the best guitar players in the world. I'm going with the "Don't kill anyone to be famous" gang here...

[@drunvert]

@@JorgeCanela I'm w you. My Son didn't even take a picture w the guy after the shoot

[@RabeaMassaad]

Enjoyed this! Absolutely love Extreme. Nuno is such an immensely good musician! Also I’m a massive fan dude. I remember seeing you guys play Leeds fest on Sunday afternoon when I was like, 15! Best show that weekend. Learned all the songs and solos off permission to land! Love what you do man ❤️

[@sebastienfayemendie2514]

I discoverd them on the Freddie Mercury Tribute VHS ( yes 😁 ) they did a Medley of Queen songs...it was in 1992...I don't really know their music but Nuno is a legend ! I discoverd Metallica as well on this video, they opened the gig...I knew at this moment I wanted to be a musician ! It was on April 20th 1992 , the video came out in December...the attitude of Jason Newsted on stage changed my life forever ! I was 14...

[@ragman1960]

I was there ❤

[@sebastienfayemendie2514]

@@ragman1960 Respect ! 🙏 I was already a huge Queen fan back then ! But 14 years old living in the South West of France didn't allow me to see big gigs at the time ! 😂

[@AstromarineCorpse]

Did you make it as a musician? I don't necessarily mean professionally, just would you as a 14 year old look at you now and think you rock hard enough?

[@sebastienfayemendie2514]

@@AstromarineCorpse I m satisfied, It's my job now ! In a modest band but I have enough money to live ! I sing and play guitar...I just wish I had spend more time practicing in my 20's instead of drinking and that kind of stuff....partying too hard until the addiction came...anyway, things are what they are and I m 12 years sober

[@AstromarineCorpse]

@@sebastienfayemendie2514 Double congratulations then! for the sobriety and the fulfilling your dreams. I never had the professional musician dream, but I always loved playing in a band, especially live shows. I did it as a kid but then life happened, happy to report that now at 47 I am back on the bass and playing with a band again, even gave a tiny tiny concert again. Music is fucking magical, man

[@kellyovermyer6453]

One of the best live shows I’ve ever been to. Nuno is amazing

[@stevencrocker4145]

I love Nuno, and Extreme harmonizes like no other band. Three sides to every story is one of my favorite albums.

[@spill1t]

You haven't heard of Alice in Chains?

[@stevencrocker4145]

@@spill1t yes, I have one of my favorites as well.

[@julio_scissors]

The hidden song on "Waiting for the Punchline" has one of the sickest riffs of all time. Nuno is an absolute legend.

[@tomasrusso2285]

Such and incredible song, Nuno is of another world

[@skeeverapfelbaum7168]

My all time favourite band!!! They can do no wrong in my eyes! Harmonies are always perfect and Nuno shreds like a demon! Thank you!!!

[@giuseppefederico3418]

In 2015 I got to see The Darkness and BLS perform live at Pistoia Blues. Near the end of the concert Justin jumped on security man's shoulders and played guitar while he walked around the crowd...badass. So, Justin, you are one hell of a player too. Thanks for all the fun and great music.

[@KingsCountyVideos]

I’ve been a fan of Extreme since day one, they never disappoint, Nuno is a monster player and band and songs are epic, glad to see them back.

[@Ions11]

That verse melody is strikingly similar to the melody in Stone Temple Pilot's 'Silvergun Superman' ("I can hear when the pig whispers sweetly..." etc.).

[@wah11111]

I thought the same straight away. Made the same comment. Didn't see you'd already said it earlier. Sorry.

[@Ions11]

@@wah11111 Sorry - I didn't see your comment.

[@musicismyreligion.]

Nuno has always been one of my 5 favorite guitar players. Incredible talent! Can't wait to hear this album.

[@Nicolasmondragon707]

Justin Fucking Hawkins Rides againnnnnn! 🎶🎶🕺🏽

[@SandraNelson063]

Loved Extreme! Got to see them live once, great show.

[@kevinkorenke3569]

I first discovered Extreme all the way back in the Bill and Ted days and have seen them live multiple times, they never disappointed.

[@kevindoyle5094]

MAN O MAN… out of this world! So pumped to hear them again! True story, Gary Cherone was my gym teacher in High School. 9th grade 1984. I think they were still called The Dream. 🎸🤘🏻

[@liamswanson9433]

Was pleasantly suprised when I saw you with Hot Leg supporting Extreme. I couldn't believe I got to see my two favourite guitarists in one gig! So stoked for the new album 🤘

[@mjolnircarlssen4211]

This whole band is straight 🔥. Always have been. This song, to include the solo, truly is the sum of its parts. These guys always play at 150%

[@somethingsomewhere13]

Have a serious soft spot for Extreme. And Nuno is so, so talented.

[@HenrikMoos]

Nuno’s finger’s are on fire!!!! That second part of the solo - damn - that is so good

[@shellb99]

Extreme is a great band! That solo is fucking mind blowing! Can't wait to add this new record to my collection hoping a cool vinyl is part of the release

[@beckyguest1036]

It's so exciting that Extreme are back with new music. They are the most underrated band and amazing live. I saw you support them in 2008, such a great gig! What struck me seeing them live is how damn good Pat Badger is, both on bass and his backing vocals. Nuno is just astonishing! And Gary has the energy of a man half his age (he's around 60 years old). This single is brilliant and I can't wait for the album in June. Thanks for the video Justin.

[@hoisin75]

I just said to a mate, Rihanna having Nuno on guitar is like having a Ferrari to do the school run. This solo is next level. Shades of Play with me/Flight of the Wounded Bumblebee. Brilliant. Keep up the good work Jhawk

[@cc_1983]

He man women also - the muted repeated bit

[@hoisin75]

@@cc_1983 good shout, great song

[@raquelsnt]

I have seen weirder things like Slash playing the guitar for a Spanish pop singer...here you have it kzbin.info/www/bejne/moewoHikpdFpbLs

[@djw8133]

Nuno was/is Rhiannas music director for the live shows. That's my understanding anyway!

[@hoisin75]

@@djw8133 yeah, he's worked with her for a long time. nice gig in fairness, but I want to see rock solos!

[@SchullerJohn]

Nuno amazing, always be one of my favorite guitarist. My first time that I listened Extreme was on the Freddy Mercury Tribute and I fell in love. Hope to see them soon.

[@Elletorryshred]

I literally cannot get enough of this solo!! It’s eargasmically amazing! 🤘🏻💫

[@the_muddy_waters]

Gary Cherone, one my favorite singers!!! I will always love his vocals on Hammer to Fall at the Freddie Mercury Tribute back in '92!!!

[@willnewsome6222]

Justin!!! Being such a huge fan of yours, it makes me smile seeing your appreciation and enthusiasm of Nuno (and Extreme)! I’ve been a fan of his playing since their first song came out way back when. He’s an absolute monster!!! I hope the writing sessions are going well! Can’t wait to hear what you cats are creating this time around!! Cheers! PS: Nuno is using around 220ms of delay (single repeat) for the percussive hammer on arpeggios near the end of the solo. Good shit!!

[@barleycoveband]

Love seeing Nuno (and Extreme) get the recognition he (they) deserves! Love that you continue to give others props!

[@mickeykcarlin]

Extreme are amazing what a band .. years ahead of their time

[@mybynn310]

Just watched their performance at the Freddie tribute concert. It's absolutely amazing. Thank you Justin. Need to explore their back catalogue. Brilliant!!!

[@harryosullivan9632]

You're in for a treat. Indeed, you're in for a number of treats.

[@gary5150]

I took my son Max, to see you support Extreme in Southampton. That’s not a bad first gig

[@cherylhurst7093]

Wow Nuno is incredible. I have never heard him play before nor did I listen to Extreme. Fantastic band.

[@toolshed7652]

Yus!! Nuno is top 10 for sure…. Top 5 in my books. Love all your reactions, keep up the good work Justin! P.S. I think I am I Ever Gonna Change is probably my fav Extreme song

[@martintucker2825]

Thanks Justin great podcast I've played all my life, and Nuno is simply amazing

[@Opeckie]

Been an Extreme fan since their first album, and this new song is BADASS! Looking forward to hearing the rest of the album!

[@nickx1754]

Nuno is one of few guitarists who still surprises me. Fantastic!

[@honigdachs.]

It's disgusting how good he is, right. He rocks hard, he's percussive and funky, he's blazing fast and ridiculously flashy, and he still makes you wanna dance.

[@vwharman]

Love Extreme, and Nuno was one of my absolute heroes when I started to play. Just a really great and talented band.

[@NinStardust]

Weird! I only know one Extreme song - More Than Words - and happened to be listening to it today and thinking “I wonder what happened to them?” Clearly this is a sign to go check them out. This new song sounds ace! Can’t go wrong with a double ostinato! 😁 Thanks Justin! 🥰

[@baolbardotbulsara]

My god, you don't know what you're missing...!

[@NinStardust]

@@baolbardotbulsara I’m checking it out! I’m checking it out! 😂 Better late than never! And to be fair, I was *2* when More Than Words was released! Gimmie a little credit for even knowing that one! 😝😂🥰😁

[@baolbardotbulsara]

@@NinStardust Hahah! Well, it's never too late!

[@mikeimpressionsreviews9831]

III Sides to Every Story is an album to blow you away. It’s Extreme’s Sgt Pepper

[@NinStardust]

@@mikeimpressionsreviews9831 Thanks for the tip, I’ll have a listen! 🥰

[@originafreerangechicken]

Thrilled to see the return of Extreme. 2023 needs them. Also, this channel must go on forever. Absolutely addicted.

[@jackieguidi8147]

You asked a few days back about content. Would love to see you and Luke Spiller doing duets and/or covers of your favorite songs together. You guys have a great vibe together and your vocals are AMAZING!

[@Flibberty-Giblets]

How about a Struts, Extreme, The Darkness triple bill tour? Yes please. Pat Badger LOVES The Struts too.

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

Sadly the licensing fees for doing cover tunes have gotten stupid expensive.

[@JesterJ49]

Been waiting for this for so long, it's brilliant, the solo is ridiculously good, can't wait for the album. Extreme have always been underrated and largely misunderstood in the mainstream. Been a major fan since the beginning.

[@niptodstan]

Just when you think you’ve heard it all. Nuno comes out with something fresh.

[@davidscott202]

Wow! Thanks for putting me onto this as I did not know they were back! Longtime fan of the whole Extreme crew!

[@Rythmdoc]

Nuno is badass, always has been!

[@wakjob961]

Nuno and Vito Bratta are my unsung hero guitarists of that time and genera.

[@michaelespinosa9168]

Extreme fan since I saw bill and ted’s excellent adventure in the theater and heard play with me as genghis khan demolished oshman’s sporting goods! This song rocks and encapsulates everything great about extreme and has a very cool muse Stockholm Syndrome vibe in the bridge with a face melting solo indeed.

[@StevieBassFingers]

Can’t get enough of these videos. Thank you, Justin.

[@davidjones0079]

Justin, would love to hear your thoughts on Stereophonics' Kelly Jones. Arguably one of the greatest singers in modern music, yet one of the most criminally underrated bands around.

[@stereophonicsmom]

Me too 😉

[@pbplauralfilms]

Pub singer 😂

[@bradhienzachary]

Nuno is just marvelous.

[@Wildatheart81ridesagain]

Awesomeness!!! Had no idea they had released a new record... absolutely f**king awesome!!!

[@andrewherbert7108]

Anybody who heard Nuno back in the day knew. We just knew. His modern 'resurgence of form' is nothing new to us. He has always been one of the best ever. However, I am glad that the kids today are hearing what he and they are capable of. I wore an extreme cassette out rewinding it constantly on get the funk out. Nuno sits on the thrones reserved for only the greatest guitar Gods.

[@mikal]

Gary is honestly one of the top 3 stage performers I've ever seen live. The only ones I might place above him are Prince and David Lee Roth. And yeah, that percussive "bumblebee" style playing in the solo is one of the coolest things I've ever learned from Nuno's playing. Definitely one of the most creative players of our lifetimes.

[@le_th_]

Could not agree more about DLR and Prince. Never seen Extreme live. Sound like STP.

[@svenzia]

You the man, Justinooo. Hurrah!

[@Traveler_Zero]

The story at 11:30 is incredible. That's why we're here. Thanks Justin!

[@deajae1974]

I’m a massive Extreme fan and met them a few years ago. Such a great bunch and each are amazing. Nuno is a God, Pat is one of the best bass players out there. Kevin Fig is my hero (on drums). And Gary is so good live, he’s brilliant. Thanks for covering their new song 🤘😎🤘

[@danielmcelhatton1724]

Saw them play the Spring and Airbrake in Belfast, YEARS ago. Tiny venue but those lads acted like they were playing a stadium, absolute pro's. Still one of the best gigs I've ever seen.

[@8arzum]

I was there... totally awesome gig.. If i remember correctly did gary have an issue with an air vent on the wall or somethin?

[@danielmcelhatton1724]

@@8arzum Iirc he tried to jump and sit on what I thought was an amp cabinet or raised platform, fell and just carried on. It could very well have been an air vent.

[@jenniroxx1115]

Nuno has always been in my top 5 string slingers 🔥🎶🖤🎶🔥 Extreme is just that Extreme Vocals, Harmonies Groove & That Solo knocked me over Wow Extreme does it Again 🔥🖤NUNO 🖤🔥 Thank-you. You made Eddie smile .....xx

[@jeremydean6320]

Nuno is a god...seriously one of the greatest of all time. Extreme as a band are just insanely talented...Gary Cherone's vocals! I mean come on, he fronted Van Halen for god's sake. Pat Badger holding it down...this new album is so highly anticipated for lifelong fans! Can't wait to see them on this tour!

[@gavterrygt]

It’s genuinely the first song and solo for quite a few years that’s given me goosebumps

[@visitwithus]

Listening to the first part of that solo, I could be listening to the ghost of EVH. Nuno’s captured that legendary brown sound perfectly. What an incredible tribute to Eddie. Intentional or not, it moves me to tears and I can’t stop listening to it. The second half of the solo is all Nuno and what a f’n ride THAT is! 😲🥹

[@dougevans826]

im so glad Extreme is back my favorite song well one of my favs its Rest In Peace i love the video too

[@mikehoward587]

Nuno cant be copied. You can teach what he does, but his is a God-given talent that cant be replicated. I have heard others play his songs, but no one can play like he does.

[@magnuszetterqvist5936]

Thanks 👍😘🇸🇪 Nuno has always been an inspiration👍

[@maverator]

My initial reaction was that it starts out with a Velvet Revolver vibe, but it also sounds a lot like The Cult's own song entitled Rise. The riff at the start that is, not the song as a whole. This is all good as far as I'm concerned, and of course the solo takes it to a completely different level.

[@brmp201]

The verse of Rise really sounds like Stone Temple Pilots - Silvergun Superman. Gary even looks and dances like Scott Weiland (or maybe Scott Weiland danced like Gary?). Great to see Extreme back with a vengeance!