I visited Jason Becker - April 23, 2022

[@jorgepaul5049]

Jason Becker's parents are an example for humanity, taking care of their son in the hope that he will talk or walk again... God bless them. and GG what a human being!

[@jorgepaul5049]

@@standingvertical3048 some are like that!!

[@HamdanYouTuber]

Yes, I do agree with you about Jason Becker's parents

[@joejackson9986]

What else are they supposed to do? Ignore him and let him rot?

[@jorgepaul5049]

@@joejackson9986 you do not get it.. 😴💩

[@demigod1013]

ALS is degenerative and there is no real hope of walking, talking again.

[@sub0969]

Poor Jason, I could only imagine that he wants to get up and shred the guitar so badly. Your a Legend Jason 🤟

[@bozdoganli666]

Poor? Sorry but I don't like this comment. This guy is perceived as a demigod to lots of people and this respect is endless.

[@nairdazitro7460]

@@bozdoganli666 A demigod still stuck to his wheelchair all day long. So yes, poor Jason.

[@tzctlpc]

@@nairdazitro7460 hopefully Elon musk’s plan to cure ALS works.

[@BartholomewBarnacleFerguson]

@@tzctlpcif that did work, Jason probably wouldn’t be able to play guitar like he did. But imagine a player with his level of playing these days… max ostro is probably the Jason Becker of these days

[@phutureproof]

@@BartholomewBarnacleFerguson That lad is something else huh

[@R_Thomp]

Jason's family is absolutely incredible. They're angels. He was such an amazing guitarist that over 30 years later he still has pros visiting him 2022

[@nicolas-bw8du]

Yes indeed, he's from what I call "The mighty EVH and Y J Malsteen guitar school" Bloody hell, life is a b... sometimes...I'm 51 now and still feel hurt about it...Hi from a froggie 🤗👀

[@lukewarren7857]

Perpetual Burn album changed my life forever God bless Jason Becker

[@LouSawyer]

Yes. 😊

[@IVORY123100]

So inspiring . I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Melanoma two years ago and not expected to live . Spread to my brain . It started in a thumb turning black which was soon amputated . Been playing guitar for 42 years but never had the Gift . My Gifts were in other talents . Jason is one of the people in this world that inspires me and keeps me going . The humility of everyone is beautiful

[@roimodeste]

God bless you, we will all be in perfect harmony with each other in eternity, never again sickness and suffering. In the meantime, courage to you and to all of us.

[@grimblegromblethegnome]

Inspiring indeed. Good luck to you friend.

[@reemclaughlin4260]

I’m so sorry. Are you anywhere near Philly? I’m praying for you and sending you positive energy, tune in. 🙏🏼♥️

[@zz_zamurai_zzzzz390]

Stay strong I hope the best

[@karokkiolo2491]

God bless you man

[@stealingtomorrowband]

I cannot imagine how Jason feels being trapped and unable to do anything. Being surrounded by guitars and tons of musicians and unable to speak and play.. such an inspiration and his family for taking care of him is amazing.. esp his dad for coming up with a way of communication and its just amazing...

[@johnsheppard04]

He was once asked if he still came up with ideas for guitar, he said “yes, all the time”

[@stealingtomorrowband]

@@johnsheppard04 i honestly wish that i had the gift lile Jason and to be able to thinkit out and get it out down... But he has it so much rougher having to communicate it through his caretakers to relay to the computer.... His family is a beautiful soul

[@NikosKatsikanis]

how does it work

[@stealingtomorrowband]

@@NikosKatsikanis look it up and you'll see

[@enterthedragon9427]

maybe some crazy ass medical advancement will happen man who knows, world is weird.

[@scottstone1475]

Jason has to be one of the strongest minds out there. He really is loved by everyone. I just feel so bad him.he truly was and is 1 of the greats. Bless you Jason

[@eli8444]

I envy his spirit. If I was his in his shoes I'd be broken.

[@flashy5150]

He’s not “was”, he’s still here and loving life. He is still one of my top three guitar players of all time. His hero came to see him once, Mr Edward Van Halen, gave him a guitar and everything. Eddie is my favorite too.

[@GuitarMAXMusic]

Ahhh! The jacket! So cool.

[@EvanJr]

I dream that one day there will be a cure, still in this life, for Jason Becker. He's a guitar genius. What a dream it would be to see him playing his guitar again at concerts around the world. Long life!

[@xXAlmdudlerXx]

Yeah. I’m certain he would have been the greatest guitarist off all time in metal. Because he had the speed of a Malmsteen, he could shred like no other, he had magnificent melodic creativity. He had it all. He was so good God decided to nerf him.

[@kingwinter2024]

There is no cure from ALS.

[@pmcate2]

@@kingwinter2024 keywords "one day"

[@kidwave1]

Dont dream, PRAY Bro! If you are at all inclined to do so, PLEASE pray for Jason everyday if you can, specifically for a miracle of healing! I do all the time.

[@trendkill3333]

@@xXAlmdudlerXx 100% he would’ve been the top player in the world. To me he was the greatest player when he could still play. No one had the speed, precision and composition that he did. It still blows my mind that he was only 18 when he recorded the Perpetual Burn album and he was much younger when he was composing the songs. It’s so unfair that if all the people who could’ve got ALS it was him.

[@williamfoster1034]

This video make me choke up. in this ugly world around us, there are still people who care about taking care of one another. Awesome, Gus. You are such a truly good dude!

[@ninja_tony]

That's exactly how I felt man. I'm going to watch this any time I need to remember that there is still some humanity in the world. This was such a heart-warming and touching video.

[@RenatoRock]

true

[@harleyb-ham266]

This world is only ugly if you live by main stream media and social media platforms. Go outside and talk with everyday people and you'll see there is more good and beauty than ugly.

[@THEOMD57]

Jason is a real winning fighter against such a tough disease !

[@aleksandrmalkov9974]

Not winning, but fighter

[@THEOMD57]

@@aleksandrmalkov9974 Nope ! If you read about Mr Baker's case , you will see that his life expectancy because of ALS was just a few years ! He already lives at least 3times this ! A real Winning Fighter !

[@canadianrushfan12]

He’s certainly beat the odds

[@stevengoodman3498]

Truly a winning prize fighter!

[@raptorrsr5817]

@@THEOMD57 if you're gonna copy paste your message at least spell the man's name correctly!

[@charlieparradelriego]

Thanks for sharing this experience amigo Gus! What a cool video 🙌🏼🔥

[@radiatefromhere]

Jason and Marty carved their names into my Fender HM that Greg Howe also carved/signed. (and a few other guys) Got to see them at their last show with Cacaphony. It was the 4th of July and they were still stuck in our small city, so I hooked them up with the huge yearly metalhead bonfire party. The roadies were doing fireworks like little kids - because they had never gotten to since they lived in CA. Jason taught me a few techniques and riffs. TOTALLY cool dude.

[@michaelblack9458]

Awesome story man totally jealous

[@radiatefromhere]

@@michaelblack9458 I had no idea how lucky I was and that I was making memories. In the 80s-90s so many bands and guitar players came through the same 3 small bars in KC, Lawrence, and Topeka just before getting big enough to do stadium-sized gigs. Half my friends were in bands. The guitar player "scene" was at its peak. I was teen/20s... So I just thought it was all my "normal". The "perks" of only having a part-time job, being broke, and playing 3-12 hours a day. hah KZbin recommended this vid to me because my buddy (the other guitarist in our band back then) was in town visiting me for the 2nd time in a decade, and I asked him for an instrumental guitarist recommendation.

[@KyloB]

Matttteeee WHATTT Man that is so wicked, what an awesome experience

[@pantelisioannidis1985]

Jason, a legend, nice to see him. Gus, much respect for honouring Jason. Μπράβο!

[@jonathanwbecker3073]

People will argue with me but year's ago I heard you and told everyone to listen to you I think you are the greatest of all time ever .Bless you Jason.

[@kenanacampora]

Jason is a mind blowing guitar master...Cacophony with Marty Freidman says it all.

[@kirkcalma4365]

Pure class, Gus. Great example to everyone to take a little time out of our lives to spread joy.

[@guitarillo74]

This guy is true HEAVY METAL, he never gave up fighting

[@jasons.3921]

This was super cool. How incredible of a feeling, and maybe a little overwhelming, did you have right before walking into Jason's home? We all owe that man some gratitude for what he has given and continues to do for the guitarists of today. Thank you Gus for taking time to share this, as most of his admirers will never get an opportunity to do that.

[@charlesharper7292]

God bless Jason Becker. Prayers for healing. Give him back to us.❤

[@denniswilliams9145]

Jason is a prime example of not only how cruel that life can be, but how resilient that the human spirit can be. What an absolutely righteous individual

[@caryverhalen]

Melted my heart seeing Jason again.

[@thomaslewis7883]

As someone who loves playing guitar,I know the feeling of being trapped in a body that doesn't work .Though I can walk and talk,a neuromuscular disease has kept me from pursuing one of my childhood dreams.Pat yourself on the back for doing what a lot of artists don't do" remembering those who have fallen".Thanks.

[@guitarmaniac]

Such a bittersweet experience. Thank you for sharing these personal moments with us Gus! Jason seems a very nice and funmy guy despite all that hit him in life. Very inspiring

[@millerbeer01]

I will never not be amazed by the language the Becker family created. I've seen similar years down the road, and always give a little tip of the cap to Jason and his amazing family and friends.

[@BrokenMan65]

I myself am disabled. Heavy group. Jason is an example and support for me! I take an example from him that we should not give up and we must fight against all odds! I love Jason's work so much, it's great!!

[@GBD867]

Please. Jason Becker, you don't know how much I would like to see you. We all have ups and downs in life. You have my full support. Hear your melodious and professional way of your guitar playing. My name is Gadski and from Panama City I send you a lot of encouragement friend. Honestly, I love you very much. Many of us love you. You're not alone. Hugs and kisses.

[@sergio_bolotini]

Jason will always be a legend of guitar world. Thanks, Gus, from all of us for your visit to his home. I hope God will have a mercy and will heal him. Also we have to say great thanks to his amazing family, God bless them two.

[@frishdaw]

Thank you for showing us your visit with Jason and his family, he is truly an inspiration

[@bozdoganli666]

People who has taste of music, still listen to Jason Becker's albums and Cacophony. They are classic, state-of-the-art music, so valuable. The respect we have to this music genius is endless. I am sure that the love and respect to Jason Becker makes the family proud. Even to those who never listened JB, I give them "Air" and they are amazed. Listening "Perpetual Burn" makes so many guitarists feel envy. JB's music made my life better, in every season, in every travel, every time I listen, I feel the joy of life better, think much clear, feel the flow of life in sync with his music. Thank you Jason Becker, and the Becker family.

[@JordanPurcell92]

It makes me happy that he's surrounded by so much love and support. I can't imagine the depth of his strength, what a spirit he has.

[@JohnnyBeane]

Congrats Gus! Jason and his family - Dave Lopez included are awesome people! Long time friends.

[@RickDorchester]

I love Gus G...Such an amazing person and shredder ..God Bless the Becker family...You are so loved Jason

[@jalawto]

The picture of Jason Becker and Marty Friedman back to back is wonderfully endearing ♥♥

[@4dmind]

I owe a lot to you both as a guitarist. It was never because I emulated either one of you, but because you both taught me that I had no reason to be shamed of the classical modalities that I love so much and both of you are in the natural voice in my soul. Gus - you are easily the best sounding act I've ever seen live. I've got a gaggle of guitar nerd buddies who spent their night with their jaws on the floor and everybody I know wants more Gus G. solo material. And Cacophony - well, that was a big part of the foundation - the bridge between the years when we marveled at Akira's work, and Jason and Marty filled that void. This was a great moment, and more proof that Gus is a man of substance for returning to his roots to pay homage.

[@candykizz3z68]

It makes me so happy to see him 🥺❣️ and to know people haven’t forgotten about him !

[@elmolewis9123]

What a terrific support team Jason has. Thanks for posting.

[@rodolfooliveira6358]

Jason is a great example for all of us who are fully capable of achieving our goals. Thank you Jason Becker for always inspiring us! We will always love you. Brazilian Fans!!!!

[@DreamerVisionary]

Jason Becker and Gus G. 2 classy people with hearts of gold

[@thrainnbaldvinsson]

Humble & respectful. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@calledbythefire666]

I'd totally sell my soul in an instant for the chance to get a meet & greet with Jason... he's my all time favourite musician. You're one seriously lucky guy, Mr. G!

[@superblondeDotOrg]

I dont think you have to sell your soul.. maybe try donating several thousand $$ to his nonprofit and ask if it's possible to meet him..

[@thebaldshredder]

How amazing to visit with Jason. And so awesome that he is supported by guys like you.

[@joelsmith4816]

MUCH respect for you Gus for visiting Jason. You know he loved it.

[@BJJandBS]

I think Jason would love it if people actually PLAYED his guitars when they came over.

[@headlight31]

But I mean, wouldn't you be intimidated? You are in front of a guy who is a literal guitar hero and play one of his guitar lol. I know I would.

[@cleric8543]

I’m sorry ,may I ask ,what’s wrong with Jason? Is he dying?

[@franciscochaidez4442]

@Cleric he's been dealing with a condition called ALS, is a disease which it affects the body and nerves. He's been within it for a very long time but still is considered they greatest guitar shredders of all time.

[@HellaKwik]

How good it must be for Jason's parents to know the world loves Jason as much as they do.

[@rekdinhopoetico]

Jason is a real legend, fantastic guy, brilliant composer.

[@luludelacroix8383]

What an experience! Jason is my hero and you, Gus G, you are so sweet and talented. Greetings from Italy. ❤️🇮🇹❤️🇮🇹

[@dogbiterabies2547]

football helmits caught my eye those were so cool collecting

[@RandyJohnson777]

At the end of the day and it’s quiet … and to see that Jacket from Jason Becker … I bet there are not enough good words to describe that. 🤘🔥

[@lupusunleashed]

So amazing! Cool visit and cool jacket! :) It's miracle that Jason is still with us and he will never be forget! And you are one of his legacy caretaker! Go on! Best wishes from Poland!

[@marcjohnson5148]

That is so awesome. God bless all of you guys, Jason, and his family.

[@dmitriystoyanov933]

Jason - guitar God. What an unbroken man!

[@neomalmsteen]

GREAT HONOR ..... JASON IS LEGENDARY ..... AMAZING

[@saltpeter7429]

" I cant speak, I cant play, but this flesh has much more to say..." Very cool to see Gus visit the wonderful Becker family. They have a shining light. I'm still playing TRIUMPHANT HEART, that is such an excellent, diverse collection and recording.

[@katerinaxatzi8551]

God bless Jason Becker and his parents!!! God bless Gus G!!!

[@jgmopar]

Great Video, Thank you for sharing. Jason is a legend.

[@Timmy_1011]

Gus G you are truly hero .... thank for all those years, all your music!.

[@azwris]

I was listening to Perpetual Burn a few days ago. Feels so nice to see you there Gus. The jacket...Although I have to admit that Jason's case really breaks my heart. I wish a miracle happens! Maybe if we all pray together...Lots of love to him, his family & his friends from Greece!

[@mrshredder0076]

Gus G - you are f’n awesome. I’m Greek as well. Two idols in one room. Was a big cacophony fan. Was excited to see him live with David lee roth band. He’s a fighter and his music will live on many generations from now

[@jimkalfakis9893]

Everyone count your blessings. This man had a whole future ahead of him.

[@timrose3377]

In my opinion no neo-classical/shred guitar album holds up the way Perpetual Burn does. It sounds as fresh today as it did almost 35 years ago, and I never grow tired of listening to it straight through. That can’t be said of any other mid to late 80s guitar albums. It’s a shame what ALS did to Jason. If he was that great at 20-21, just imagine what he would have created in his true musical prime. God bless him and his family. Thanks G for such a touching, inspirational and respectful video

[@KOTJ412]

This is huge sign of respect for Jason Becker…definitely an inspiration…The Phenom will always be one of the legends no matter what!

[@bb-bryzontrap1525]

Give Jason all the love he deserves

[@marcusmascarenhascs742]

Jason is a miracle. God bless you

[@TheCyberMantis]

So awesome you got to spend time with the Legend, Jason Becker. Amazing, he gave you his jacket! I know you will keep it forever.

[@freitascedrosfreitascedros3484]

God bless gradient family story of struggle and overcoming.

[@Lilie_230]

I wanna cry look at Jason..😢😢 my idol forever... Love u Jason from Indonesia...

[@suetruett3812]

what an amazing afternoon ya'll must of had. I am a huge fan of Jason's and I can't imagine what it's like to be there with him.. Getting to play some of his guitars and share had to be humbling..Thanks for sharing some of those moments with us...

[@brianrust6139]

That’s quite an honor Gus! All those cool guitars. That jacket does look good on you sir. Hope your doing well on tour and having a lot of fun. Looks like you are. God Bless you and rest of Firewind! Be safe y’all.

[@DefiElvis]

Right on, Jason is a true legend, incredible player with the toughest possible fate.

[@donkeytime1704]

It's so heartbreaking to see such a talent to behold and become so short lived and thank God that Jason's talent got to be witnessed early in his life while he was still healthy. He was on a level that even till this day that professional guitarist will never reach their whole life. It's heartwarming to see that he has such loving parents and friends and folks from around to come by and give appreciation and support for everything that he's given to the music world. I really do appreciate seeing good folks like GG to take the time give a little love and appreciation.

[@emmanuelparvez5234]

Love the Cacophony pictures that Jason has! Awesome content, Gus!

[@rajarajanperiasamy7474]

Jason becker is the reason i want to be better and why im so grateful. Thank you Jason.

[@JuxtaCrucem]

Love to the amazingly talented Jason, from Warwickshire, England. 🎸👌

[@Obxhatman]

Jason is one of the pioneers of shredding. Insanely good at what he did. Sad to see how its all wound down for him but he still has influence and inspires many. Great for you to respect that of him and to pay him a tribute with the jacket. More often than not these days people tend to forget where things came from. Thank you.

[@codyrogers1011]

Prayers to you Jason, we all love you man!

[@hummarstraful]

Seeing those framed Cacophony album covers on the walls brought me to tears. I remember bringing Go Off home for the first time, standing in my mom's kitchen and putting the cassette into the boom box on the counter. I rested my head down between the speakers and as I listened I was brought to tears not only by the brilliance of the compositions but by the heart and soul put into the playing. I knew I was hearing absolute genius. To me, the Cacophony albums are some of the greatest electric guitar albums in history.

[@OakLawnSpeedShop]

Incredible will to live. God bless Jason and his family.

[@robbiebarry777]

God bless you Jason, ur amazing

[@stevepoo1762]

JB is awesome!!!! Thanks for the vid Gus.

[@stevengoodman3498]

It was so nice Gus seeing you meet the master Jason Becker. What a truly unforgettable experience it must have been for you and your crew. Thanks for sharing this special time with Jason for the rest of us to enjoy as well!

[@prrsd4046]

Truly inspirational

[@yongkim777]

Jason the class act always!

[@hauntedchannel9163]

How awesome! So glad to see hes feeling better!

[@erockscott1184]

Still sad to see this...Gus G did awesome work with Ozzy..great player

[@greer776611]

I live in Richmond- I would never even be worthy of being close to one of the greatest guitarists to ever live!

[@cashway0420]

That's actually amazing he can communicate and spell out words with just his eyes and his family can know exactly what he's communicating, genius.

[@rockywalls0074]

It really breaks my heart to see Jason in this conditions. When he's been visited by great guitarists he may be wanting to play some riffs along with em and share a good time along with em. It's good to see when guitarists still remember him and have respect for him and the skills he used to have.

[@docnasty74]

Awesome guy you are, Gus. Keep fighting brother Jason.

[@indigenousamerican3148]

Gus this was so nice of you visiting Jason Becker. I know Jason keeps his spirits up and his family helps him and is there for him, but can't imagine the frustration he must feel at times not being able to play guitar, take care of himself, and go on about daily life. I see him laying in the wheelchair, but hes stronger than we make him out to be.

[@ZenZill]

Gotta love the community that has kept Jason in high hopes. Gus G, so awesome!

[@MainPrism]

Just one more reason Gus G better go down in history as one of the greatest to ever pick up a guitar! Such a down to Earth humble individual. Thanks so much for sharing this, I'm sure it made Jason's day as well as yours. I know it would make my year to be able to meet him!

[@Cayres9]

Ozzy chose wisely when he picked Gus G \m/

[@MainPrism]

@@Cayres9 most definetly!

[@Cayres9]

@@MainPrism Yeah Gus is a good man 😊 I'm so happy that he and other musicians have come together to support Jason , let's hope one day ALS will be cured as it is a cruel disease , Jason has inspired the world 🌎 with his positivity and bravery , most others would have given up but Jason figured out a way to still create music and communicate to the world God bless him🙏

[@MainPrism]

@@Cayres9 for sure, I feel like even though he put out an album while being ravaged by this terrible disease that he kinda gets glossed over. Not alot of people talk about him in the "mainstream" anymore. That's just not cool... Jason is an amazing person that deserves to have movies about his life! He still has so much good to give the world and we'd be lucky as hell to experience it!!!

[@Cayres9]

@@MainPrism He is a genius I was watching footage of him at 15 years old flawlessly playing Yngwies Black star at his high school 🏫 the whole school erupted in applause for him and the end it's amazing the vid is on daily motion , also he played Adagio in another performance, it's just so sad that he got ALS as I keep thinking 🤔 if he had never got ALS everyone on Earth 🌎 literally would know his work as he would have been as famous as Van Halen or Hendrix etc ,anyway to me he's the best as most other people in Jason's situation would have given up .

[@misaelalejandrohenriquezhe339]

Hermosa visita!!! Eso le gusta a Jason! Le hace bien!

[@shadownumber1]

@5:33 look at the affirmations his family has written on their board. A reminder that your mind is just as important when healing the body. God bless you Jason and your family.

[@chrisskywalker6079]

Jason is a living legend👍🏻👍🏻

[@invincible739]

Thank you for that video and keeping alive to this respect for him. We love him and respect him. Thanks.

[@bm8584]

I love Jason!! Thank you so much Gus for sharing this experience.

[@dbh612]

Heartbreaking AND inspiring

[@ZYVZX]

The licks, solos, fills and rhythm parts that Jason contributed to DLR's A Lil Ain't Enough shows what immmense, incomprehensible talent he had. He was up there with Eddie!

[@ericcen2731]

God bless Jason Becker and his family.

[@MrBTBusch]

I'd give nearly anything to see & hear Jason @ his peek 1 last time, the Genius & emotion & .... I love U Jason Man. I DONT Cry for U, I cry for Me & US not being graced with Your Guitar Gifts, at least physically. Great to see ya Jason. 😀