HOW I GOT INTO PANTERA | Ask The Fro Q&A #12

[@chrishepworth6801]

The Rabea Massaad 'Prayermonger' pickup. Yeah I'd buy that.

[@maxscardanelli6185]

I second this!

[@arsenalfanrichi]

Glad to hear that opening riff again dude. Honestly one of the best riff's I've ever heard.

[@qrxtra9397]

Yea that was amazing

[@shinjial]

Hey, you're looking good, Bea. Healthy and such. Congrats on the pickup, looking forward to seeing you take it for a spin further.

[@NickHillMakesMusic]

Congrats on the pickup Rabea! You are simply one of the best, modern guitar players out there right now. I'm always blown away by your riffage, chords, and song composition. Cheers man!

[@jdfspartan117]

YESSSS!! YESSS BEA! I've been waiting since riff wars 3 to hear that final riff you had isolated and extended and it sounds just incredible!

[@KnowledgeIsKey215]

Yup!!

[@Oliver-ex3cs]

T H E riff from riff wars 3 makes a return!

[@InsaneOrder]

YEESSSS!!! It should make an appearance on.. maybe grinding gears 3?

[@markdilley3918]

Yes please make this riff happen in GG3!

[@ellleigh1216]

Man Bea, that snippet about how there are so many better guitarist in the world, that really stuck with me. Very important to just enjoy playing, whatever you’re doing, just enjoy it.

[@jeremiahmichael5919]

Congrats on the new pickup Rabea!!! This is Jay from Philadelphia, I was too star stuck when we met to explain how much absolute joy I get from your music! I haven't played my guitar in years and YOU have inspired me to play again. Between you and Leo, my life has become better in more ways than I can explain, by having your music in it. Thank you so much for the time you gave me, meeting you guys was one of the absolute greatest moments in my life! I wish you all the success you deserve in this world, cheers mate!

[@hfm2hfv]

The 8 minute mark - Felt that way so many times, Rabea. It's taken a long time to get past the concern of not only what anyone else might think about me playing, let alone what I (the harshest critic I have) think of what I scratch out. Keeping that mindset, driving forward, just playing - it's a full-time effort, and worth every ounce of energy it takes to sustain.

[@_AVF]

Rabea, I don't think anyone doubts that you are a genuine dude. It's quite apparent. But maybe you should consider doing a patreon. A lot of viewers contribute just for the sake of feeling good that we are helping to support someone we love. Also, that maybe our help makes it so that we can see you more. It just seems well deserved. IMO

[@Bierce88]

Not going to lie Chasing Jade style riffs with Hanna's vocals would be sick. Hell Dorje 2.0 with Hanna would be amazing.

[@dylanlbdb]

Absolutely

[@flamen89]

potentially best band

[@Crinkle65]

I don’t see you as fortunate or lucky to be making your living in this way. You are a killer guitar player and you’ve worked your ass off. Hats off to you.

[@shehranazim4784]

RIFF WARS 3! That riff is one of the best I've ever heard

[@ajitaw]

Dude, always killing it. I'd honestly support a Patreon of random stuff like Riff Lessons, Song Building from your home studio, lessons on various hardware in your studio and how you get "your sound". You'd have to see if any more time to give of course but yeah anything you do is sick, thanks!

[@tresixteen]

I remember first hearing that opening riff against fluff and Jared Dines. Still easily one of my favorites.

[@nickbrown322]

The riff to rule all riffs! YES.

[@denismguitar1552]

Glad to hear such a great player as you feel discouraged like us living room pickers! I think it’s just what we humans do. We have to compare ourselves, but that stunts creativity and takes us down. You are a very very fine player! And you’re looking good, too. Bravo!

[@bretthuhn8666]

Rabea! Your play is fantastic. Keep enjoying it man. Keep up the good advice. We are all so fortunate to be able to have music in our hands!!!

[@willyp.364]

That pick squeal at the end of the opening riff was diabolic. Great stuff mate

[@Smart-Alex]

I read the title "How I got into Pantera" as in how you got into the band. But then I realized that wasn't possible. Awesome playing!

[@liberty4all885]

Cheers Bea !!! I would like to thank u for all your videos that you do and it has helped out tremendously with my home recording!! What portable amp head would u use if you couldn’t have a Victory ? Marshall? Mesa/Boogie?? Thank u for sharing your dream of Pantera and Dime and Vin RIP Bros

[@stefanstojanovic9442]

Hey Bea! I've been basically obsessed with the Toska stuff ever since OTTA came out. Can you talk a bit about how you guys come up with names for Toska tracks (and also the name of the band itself)? I've always had an interest in hearing the stories behind those with bands i like and yours sound really unique and interesting. Lovin everything you're doing, keep being awesome!

[@janbelcher1896]

For your next Q and A: How do you get that tight low end and fizz for your toska and solo sound? The best way to describe it would be the sound on Infantile.

[@snorkygroovitz2207]

“Just enjoy the fact that you can play guitar and enjoy writing songs”. You put that perfectly dude. Awesome🤘🔥

[@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy]

Patreon tier 1: You get to touch the afro. Patreon tier 2: You get to run your fingers through the afro. Patreon tier 3: You get a Rabea signature afro comb. Patreon tier 4: You get the exclusive privilege of wearing an afro wig to all Dorje/Toska/Frogleap shows.

[@IanWrigleyNZ]

One of the things I really like about your playing is how you use full frequency and chords that explore more than just two strings to get a full sound while still being hench AF.

[@brandonjames6855]

First time I heard Pantera was on Z Rock In 1988. They played Over and Out and I was instantly HOOKED!

[@Kidzelda0]

"The Rags" is my favorite track off the first Grinding Gears. Nice to hear it chugging along.

[@liamrhodes5534]

I can literally listen to you play for hours, theres just summet about those meaty riffs

[@nicholasjohn898]

Love Toska, Pantera, and Gojira

[@allendean9807]

Really like the harmonics with the pickup. Single notes ring as well as fuller chords.... gives me the same feeling as EVH’s home made pickups back in the early VH days.....

[@guitarfreak585]

That Pedal Show has a Patreon, but they rarely, if ever, post anything to it. I give some small support just because I love them. I would absolutely do the same for you. You and they are some of my very favorite players out there, and I absolutely appreciate all the free content you give us.

[@RGMDG]

First time I am seeing "Ask the Fro" I appreciate your very real approach to each of the topics.. Thanks

[@SuperGorak]

for a moment there I thought Pantera reformed with you on the guitars until I was like "wait, he LIKES them". You should take it as a compliment

[@halodude539]

This mans skill never fails to amaze me, keep it up Rabea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KnowledgeIsKey215]

You inspired me to move from acoustic fingerstyle into electric guitar so thanks for that! Working with you on Musicism trying to become a better band musician as a guitarist

[@jadedemon3904]

Congrats on the pickups my dude!! Sig guitar (sick guitar i might add) and a sig affordable version AND sig pickups its been so great watching your evolution through guitar ik you inspired me to play more so thank you fro

[@eaterofpoptarts]

You're an incredible guitarist, you have so much range, please keep making content! I also love these vids!

[@_RLP]

Kudos on the pups, mate. Hope to hear more about them soon. Cheers

[@l.like.too.practice.]

Go the Fro 🤘 Love your vids I like how even a GREAT guitarist like yourself says ENJOY YOUR OUN GUITAR PLAYING !!! LOVE it

[@AnthonyEspinosaespy]

rabea, I absolutely love your style. I heard you doing a demo for bareknuckle pickups and went damn i love this guys sound and i binged listened to everything i could find you playing on youtube. Think you are amazing and you just have this killer original just bang your head style that i want to play. I bought your lessons on muscism and looking fwd to really trying to just wail on guitar. thanks for inspiring me . I am a single dad got 3 boys and will be 50 in december . But its never too late to learn something you love. Going to order your pickups when they come out and keep and jamming bro. Love your music. anthony espinosa

[@sayl3ss_663]

Hey Bea this one's a bit of a personal question for me, When Genghis wakes (my fav of the songs on Fbts) Even before it came out seeing it live sent shivers down my spine, what was the thought process when writing it and is there a deeper meaning behind the song. It had a massive emotional effect on me and definitely has changed the way I view this genre of music, keep up the amazing work👍

[@TheCoronaMortis]

To add, Yes I'd pay for extra content so to speak like a Patreon or KZbins "Membership". It'd be cool to see live streams of you playing /jamming at home, riff demos, tutorials on how to make music sound better, things like that would be awesome.

[@jimsinister13]

congrats on your new pick ups dude. I put a set of Seymore Dunkin black winters in an old warlock I have, man new pick ups really can change a guitars character till then I just didn't know. all the best fro dude.

[@carlosenriqueguitars]

Dude! That intro was killing!!!! it´s always great to see this kind of videos... (12 dislikes???!!! Jesus, The millennials don´t have anything better to do this days.)

[@ryanhoward3028]

Hey Bea! You, Dave, and Ben are all my favorite guitarist, bassist, and drummer respectively. You always inspire me to pick up my brother’s guitar more instead of just my bass. Anyway, are you (or Rob) and Dave ever going to make a video or two demoing all the Chapman basses?

[@leekirkland.musician]

as far as being inspired or put off by other guitar players is concerned...."If you aren't having fun, you are doing it wrong." and don't forget, "Comparison is the thief of joy". That's how I live. it's not a bad place to be.

[@seek4truth]

Ask the Fro: Hi Rebea. At the moment there are NO left-handed baritone guitar on the market suitable for Metal. Do you think if there is any chance we left-handed fans see a left-handed version of your signature baritone guitar? Not only your guitar is suitable for metal, but it also has very beautiful clean sounds, making it all-rounded baritone for many of us lefties. Thank you!

[@archangelsean]

Can tell on the chasinjade stuff (which im a big fan of) that with the N4 and JVM410h you really found your feet tonally, its such a hench tone and now with the chapman guitars and victory stuff youve refined upon that! you're doing so well dude! keep it up, and see you next time you're in manchester! :D (the guy that brought the pink strat to satans hollow manchester ), any update on the chapman pickup stuff?

[@jasonstone8587]

I first saw Pantera's video Cowboys From Hell on Headbangers Ball 1990....I remember it like yesterday....I was 17yrs......I got up around 2.30am to watch Headbangers Ball.....and the video came on and that was it.....I was into Metallica and Slayer.....but there was always something missing for me....and along came Pantera.....saw them live at Brixton Academy in London. ...it was like a riot...never forget those guys....R.I..P.......

[@beedubz1322]

It's never too late to love Pantera.

[@peds7099]

I would pay to see how the writing in Toska comes together. Be it you come up with a riff or Dave or Ben comes up with a cool groove. Because more often than not the notes that come out have an epic or cinematic vibe, especially with Fire by the Silos (the whole album).

[@Bigthoogs]

Bea! congrats on the pickup! I know you are good friends with Black Peaks and that they are local to you. it would be cool for a new video series if you could team up with and go over their rigs and how they achieve certain sounds.I am obsessed with their sound and am curious as to how they achieve certain sounds (like stereo rigs, or a wet/dry setup, etc.)

[@dumbohill42]

Rabea, thank you for FUCKING FINALLY PLAYING THAT FUCKING RIFF AGAIN PLEASE MAKE A SONG OUT OF IT THAT IS MY FAVOURITE RIFF FROM YOU MAN. Sincerely, a fan. xoxo

[@harmbee7770]

That tone is Freaking AMAZING! I've been following you for quite a while now and BOY I love your music is beautiful. Question: What is your practice routine?

[@albertomarmi2499]

4:03 this story is awesome....you can find inspiration for a new song...

[@cameronsheppard5584]

Hi Bea, saw you on both of the recent Frog Leap and Toska tours and throughly enjoyed watching you play! My question is, if you were stuck on a desert island and you were allowed one album to listen to whilst you were there, which one would you choose? Many thanks again, your music is inspirational and absolutely killer and can’t wait to hear more new stuff!

[@Bifkeki]

loved the guitar playin' at the start of the video mate.

[@merbertancriwalli8622]

music is about connection. its more than just ability. Play one note with feeling...

[@Chonsu247]

Looking forward to your Bareknuckle Picks! Bareknuckle rocks! ;)

[@Schnubbi]

When I think I can't adore you any more, you're mentioning that Snot was one of your inspirations...BEA STOP BEEING SO AWESOME! btw the Chasing Jade Video was awesome. You guys had a great sound even back then.

[@ivanez1im]

The riff in the middle of New level is sick Dimebag piece of art

[@lloydbarrow3267]

Yes Bea with the "riffwars"riff so sick

[@grantsly9548]

Question for your next ask the fro, would you consider doing FULL guitar lessons for Toska and Dorje songs. I am a huge fan of the channel thank you cheers!

[@baratonianmetalboys4480]

Congrats Rabea!

[@JackRollinsonMusic]

On the topic of the wicked game cover, that solo was insanely good. Was it improvised or was it written before going in to do the live recording?

[@nightwishlover8913]

I'll jam to anything...Even Vai and Malmsteen ( even though I can't bear to hear me myself!!!!) BUT I WILL NOT PLAY OVER THAT COVER! It's just TOO awesome.

[@YMESYDT]

Hey Bea, any tips or tricks on loading out after a gig? I put so much energy into a good gig I just have trouble getting everything back out into the car, I know that’s kind of a lame complaint but it makes me want to shrink my rig more than I might have to which makes the show less fun in the end? Thanks!

[@MaxMiller614]

Thought I wouldn’t catch that opening riff from Riff Wars!?!?🔥

[@jasoncrump1886]

Getcha pull ! You think you and Ola could do a song together? That would be too cool. You guys have different styles but I'd like to hear what that would sound like together.

[@christianjorgensen3209]

Yooooo the riff wars riff!

[@shea_o_keith]

This question might be better suited for Rob, but any chance of us ever getting a lefty version of the ML3 Bea or even just the ML3?

[@AlexRoxjar]

This is great, was looking for a new pickup even almost purchased something but now will wait for a bit.

[@p.thadeushornswoggler4987]

Ok. When are you going to write the full song that goes with that amazing opening riff?

[@xRiseAgainstx]

Love your vids man. Keep em coming!

[@kevinneil6196]

Congrats dude!!!! You definitely deserve it. So buying when it comes out!!

[@shawnreed9016]

Congratulations on your new pickups.

[@ereiwaz]

Congrats with the pickups... Well deserved

[@peinmilan]

Question for Q&A: Have you ever considered tuning your guitar UP? How would you approach this? String gauge, tone, distortion settings...? Would it be sitting better in the mix leaving more room for the drum and bass? Why nobody's doing it?

[@ethancollins6403]

Hey Bea! First off just wanted to say your a killer guitarist. I was wondering if you have ever thought of making some Kemper performances of some of the settings and main tones that you use on your pedalboard. That would be sick. Also I bought your Kraken profiles, and there amazing, you did a sick job making them.

[@neuk01642]

Congrats on the pups Bea. It was only a matter of time dude. Any specs on them? Voicing? EQ? Output?

[@mortygill]

"Riff Wars" - Riff on fleek!

[@luketama1]

Question for next FAQ. Rabea, did you know Kirk Hammett has a signature wah?

[@EmbarrassedComposer]

I've listened to Skin Deep quite often recently, great songs!

[@raytorvalds3699]

Skateboarding kicks ass ! I've done it for years and years too. Day in day out. Great times ! Rabea, do you remember the Public Domain video from Power Peralta ? That was the first skateboarding video I've seen. It also got me interested in heavier music (which lead to metal in the end).

[@edwinbarker7763]

Hey man! Awesome vids! You're a massive inspiration! Question: Could you tell us about your experiences in ACM? (I'm thinking of going there myself)

[@finnrodgers8419]

same dude :p

[@edwinbarker7763]

@@finnrodgers8419 yup

[@jules153]

"... a post apocalyptic dream with me, Dave and Dave's brother..." Way out man 😎

[@hankrocks7504]

Yessir! New bea sig pickup! Are you doing a baritone set as well? If so its going right into my ml1 baritone

[@thomaspendrey353]

Hey Bea, would you say pickups, amp or pedals are more important for tone. I am in college so haven't got a substantial source of income so really want to focus on getting one of the three to get a decent tone. Really enjoy your videos and am stoked for Grinding Gears vol. 2!

[@ofir_likes_beer]

OMG!!! Congratulations!!!

[@stevenpierce8331]

How do you guys get that Crunchy bass Tone on the Toska Records. Can you get into the Signal Chain, Amp. Bass, Mic Any plugins. I can not seem to get close. Too Fizzy. Even Karnivool does it. You know that Clanky over drive that rips your head off. Its Awesome.

[@scottishbawbag315]

love it when the fro starts riffing heavy shit, the face contorts, and the fro starts a-rockin.

[@4ynep]

If you're looking for extra content ideas, just documenting recording and/or mixing sessions for stuff would be awesome. It could be stuff for videos, or for GG/Toska/Dorje. It'd be quite interesting for people to see how that's done in more detail.

[@kistophe]

Sick Riff! I'd love for you to make a Grinding Gears 2, but with an awesome vocalist. Someone like Johnny Craig, or Dan James(Proceed). You could even get a bunch of guest vocalists. Keep up the good work.

[@coreydavison4971]

Hello Bea! Just wondering how you are getting along with the 7 string? Do you think that you would change over completely to the 7, or are you happy playing your 6 string? Cheers bro!

[@changingseasonslandscape6142]

Killer Killer Killer Intro!!!!!! Congrats on ur Signature Pickup!!

[@Mar3K1996]

Oh man its that epic riff from riff wars

[@ashleympower]

That Stoner Rock rig intro song needs to be available for download. I needs dat.

[@JCMJustin]

Congrats on the pickups man, awesome news!

[@Jamesembertonguitar1]

Hey Bea, My question for your ask the fro is... Im new to drop tuning guitars what strings/tips would you give for a beginner, and how would you approach creating chords in drop tunings. Thanks once again keep up the good work.

[@8fongy]

I'd literally listen to the opening riff on repeat if I could.