John 5 Live Medley of Greatest Riffs Covers @ Dallas Guitar Festival May 1, 2022 Van Halen KISS +

[@octatana]

00:00 Foo Fighters “All my life” 00:27 Iron Maiden “The trooper” 00:51 Van Halen “You really got me ” 01:25 Led Zeppelin “Heartbreaker ” 02:34 AC/DC “Thunderstruck” 03:34 Europe “Final countdown” 03:59 Metallica “From the whom the bells tool” 04:34 Van Halen : “Running with the “ 05:09 Megadeth “Symphony of destruction ” 05:38 Kiss “Detroit rock city” 06:29 Shit! :) 07:03 Van Halen “Hot for teacher” 07:44 RATM “Killing in the name” 08:39 Pantera “Walk”

[@thechitownhustler]

This is awesome. Thank You!!!!

[@xavierregnier2927]

03:09 another song

[@octatana]

@@xavierregnier2927 06:29 Rob Zombie "Thunder Kiss '65" 03:09 dunno :)

[@carlosbazan2608]

También toco 03:09 La Grange de ZZTop

[@octatana]

@@carlosbazan2608 Tnx man. There you go. 03:09 ZZ Top "La Grange"

[@HocusPocus6969]

This guy is so good that I can’t wait for John 6

[@nnnnnnnnnick5557]

I'm trying to find videos of John 1,2,3,4. So hard to find!

[@dannyp7045]

You can and you will…. Wait…

[@robertsimington911]

That's hilarious

[@swise63]

Need to wait through John 5.5 first...

[@TarnTarn-zv6cp]

This comment will blow up

[@scruffydogbiscuit4675]

He's not bound to one style. You can tell that he genuinely appreciates music.

[@Safetyman99]

I have all of John 5's solo albums and he plays just about every type of music you can think of. Truly a master.

[@reginalewis9680]

Absolutely!!!

[@WalkenDead]

John just seems like a really cool dude, down to earth and just happy to be up there loving what he does

[@thechitownhustler]

100% True. Just having fun.

[@coltonmoss3479]

I got my pick guard signed by him 20 min after he got off stage. He was so easy to talk considering hes one of the greatest of all time

[@gagelindell271]

Hes a solid dude.

[@markpic9]

And the fact he has such knowledge and respect of the guitar legends that came before him and paved the way.

[@davidjenkins1905]

Making money ❤

[@shoelessjoe1905]

Awesome! Also Big props to the drummer for staying in and jumping from pocket to pocket 👍😎

[@zzettecarla]

Huge props to the drummer. Who is it? He sounds fantastic!

[@Brionspicks]

Looks like Glen Sobel????

[@lt.frankdrebin3317]

@@Brionspicks Not Glen Sobel. He's not a drummer I recognize.

[@patriciacaruolo3132]

Agreed 💯

[@revwillyg6450]

Not his first rodeo for sure

[@mikee2923]

The amount of talent he has playing is disgusting. He makes it look so simple and effortless. Off the charts talented.

[@razorbackbob1]

John5 is a virtuoso, one of the best guitarists of all time.

[@rodneysettle8106]

Plus he plays a mean ass Telecaster.

[@Kumacidefpv]

He’s good but not anywhere near the best. Listen to Guthrie Goven or Max Ostro, or Steve Vai. John’s good but I have been in numerous bands with dudes as good as him if not better. It’s not that uncommon these days. But he absolutely is a exceptional player.

[@revwillyg6450]

He's way too good for the bands he's been in. Do Rob Zombie or Manson songs even have solos?

[@delusican1960]

I agree 💯👍💯👍.

[@masterpaine9161]

Paul Gilbert is a virtuoso. Johnny5 is any of 100s of guitarists on KZbin

[@rickthewelder]

I saw him at the Ramona MainStage ( very small venue ) and when his set was done, he was walking offstage and I told him thanks man ! He then handed me his pick ! And said “ My Pleasure “ I’ll never forget it. Very cool dude !

[@jeffarnold3229]

Whenever a guitar player just wants to play and have a good time Van Halen is always in the mix.

[@johnp2340]

Hendrix…Eddie…Randy….all wrapped up in one package!!! Amazing

[@jerrysmithers1429]

jake e lee

[@phil42069205]

John 5 is better than I could ever hope to be. Been playing 27ish years and still appreciate the skill of a master when I see them.

[@porterhouse7260]

Went to High School with John @ Grosse Pointe South 1989, nicest guy ever and playing with the Big Boys back then!

[@billw7287]

91 here

[@MickeyMouse-xy6op]

Finally someone other than Angus obviously, that plays Thunderstruck right. John 5 is a beast on guitar. Love this guy.

[@timwilson5471]

cat can play 👍

[@jonginder5494]

He plays the main but right but the descending part isn’t. No disrespect to him. I’m sure he was just going from memory.

[@JohnBruceGuitars1]

Not many players can pull this off without a bass player but John 5 does amazingly comfortable

[@7777Lace]

EXACTLY!!! This is a VERY INSIGHTFUL COMMENT!!!!

[@djmerchant]

What is possibly the MOST impressive is the opening Iron Maiden riff because it is actually 2 guitar parts that he put into 1. NICE!!!

[@ericferreri4436]

It warms my heart to see he added LaGrange from ZZ Top to his medley. Such a fantastic riff.

[@skipnasty8057]

I liked that too, it's the coolest riff

[@kevbob]

J5 is amazing. One of my favorite players, he lives and breathes the guitar.

[@justchillin6599]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dickJohnsonpeter]

He's when mom says we have Buckethead at home.

[@RobertSmith-lg7jp]

John is a monster . Tone , technique and creativity all 10 s.

[@mantelmann13]

He really is pretty good. I always wondered how he could play for a musically nonsense band like MM.

[@njineermike]

@@mantelmann13 Because getting paid to play guitar in front of an arena full of screaming fans beats every single job on the planet.

[@7777Lace]

@@njineermike COMMENT OF THE FREAKING DECADE!!!

[@7777Lace]

Yes, his tone & technique is EXCEPTIONAL!!!!

[@overdriveguitarchannel3403]

Honestly, this is the first John 5 video that I get why people like him...sounds great.....great drummer too

[@mutefrustration]

John 5 is one of the best guitar players I've ever heard.

[@christiandude3149]

You had to listen to Jimmy Page, Jimmy Hendrix, Rory Gallagher, James Hetfield, Angus & Malcolm Young, Billy Gibbons, Toni Iomy, and so many others... but yes... he definitiv one of the best Living players in this Times

[@MetalguitarlessonsUK]

Brandon Ellis and jason Richardson...

[@kippsguitar6539]

Really?

[@kippsguitar6539]

@@christiandude3149 Guthrie govern can wipe the floor with any of those good players

[@alexf1525]

@@kippsguitar6539 no he cant shut up..nobody can play like billy gibbons

[@jerrygriffin6388]

John 5, one of the weirdest, goofiest, coolest, and nicest, most AWESOME people out there! Plus he can REALLY play. And he loves rock, especially hard rock and metal. Rock On! Love this medley!

[@billyclub56]

If someone isn't a little weird or goofy, why would you even wanna be around them anyway?? Life is too short Not to peg your Fun Meter once in awhile. This guy goes to Norms Rare Guitar store a lot. Check him out on those videos. 👍👍👍

[@jerrygriffin6388]

Exactly! He always appears to be having fun! And isn’t that what we want when performing? I got to meet him years ago. That along with his interviews, etc. have shown his humor, love of life and music. I would say he feels he is living a great life.

[@brianpinion5844]

like to see him live in the UFC against mr. manson

[@luismaldonado4989]

Can you introduce me please? So cool to meet someone who knows him. You DO know him right?

[@PaintHerWhite]

@@luismaldonado4989 Don’t be a jerk.

[@markanderson7284]

Saw John 5 open for Queensryche few years back and admit had no idea of what to expect and was literally blown away by his high level talent. Everyone should see this dude live at least once. Great show and his playing ability is only outdone by his own amazing humility and gratitude.

[@simon5evans52]

There isn’t a guitarist in the world with more stage presence. An unbelievable talent.

[@leoborganelli3558]

Not only does he play these amazing riffs but he plays them absolutely perfectly!!!! Spot freaking on. Thanks John 5

[@RyanConnell5150]

Runnin With The Devil left a little to be desired after the main riff.

[@BrandonCecilx]

He actually played For Whom the Bells Tolls wrong. He played a G to and E when it’s actually and F# to E

[@kippsguitar6539]

It's basic playing

[@Ariesoutdoor]

Maybe the best all around guitarist at this moment. He's so good... Let's give that drummer some props too...

[@thomasmccown2121]

He's really talented!!!! But the Drummer's melody is amazing to!!! So both of those guys are awesome!!!!!God bless you all today 🙏 Pace out

[@mesmore896]

One of the greatest guitar players ever....wow!!

[@ianrossmusic]

Hey, hopefully someone will see this comment before they ask where the bass is again... thanks to all of you who were curious. I was sick! I had to miss a few shows for the first time since we started doing J5 solo tours (I've always at least tried to get on stage and see how long I last!) I'm back and booming again. Hopefully not too booming, though. I like midrange. The guys killed it as always while I was out and they had some funky circumstances to deal with for this one from what I heard!

[@sjdrummerboy]

A beast of a bass player. Saw you in Philly and you were sick and alms missed the show. Still managed to crush it with the fever. See you again at the next Philly shows.

[@jordanstoltz2328]

all good my friend! Hope u r feeling better!

[@majorpayton]

Definitely missed. Always fun to watch you guys all together.

[@ScreenTalker]

Honestly the world needs an entire double album of John 5 doing covers

[@jscmoto46]

This chit, ☝️☝️right here!👍👍

[@ryanwillians1201]

I totally totally agree 😃

[@speedfreakjive8843]

Hell yes!

[@zakkmylde1712]

His originals blow any cover he plays out of the water.

[@watty7877]

I Sat next to John and his wife on a flight from LaGuardia to LAX years ago. As much as I wanted to ask a million questions and BS with him, I gave them their space. Said a couple hellos and that was is it. In my opinion, he's one of the greatest living guitarists today. Dude is underappreciated. Hard to Showcase skills playing Zombie songs. Not that zombie songs are bad.

[@kippsguitar6539]

Really? Best in the world.? As you said he playing elementary stuff that most advanced level students can easily tackle, good player but come on, have you seen John petrucci and Guthrie govern? Another level

[@gagelindell271]

@@kippsguitar6539 Dude he said “one of the greatest”. Stop twisting it. There are tons of amazing guitarists out there. Have you ever heard of Buckethead? Hes on a different planet than Petrucci and Govern. Stop with your BS. Its all subjective.

[@razmatazz9310]

@@kippsguitar6539 Have you listened to John's solo albums? Dude is a shred machine. Easily one of the top 10 players worldwide and more versatile than most other players.

[@Cannabiscracker]

@@gagelindell271 man when you brought up buckethead I really was on your side but for me it's hard to say who's better. I definitely like Bucketheads songs, but Guthrie might be a little better. And just barely. Idk Best 2 imo

[@bryanfuknc]

​@@Cannabiscracker i mean a john5 x bucket collab would be a pretty fucking amazing thing.... am i wrong?

[@birdsfabulous]

JOHN5 is the whole package..and seems like a genuine great guy. Took my wife and sister to see him in concert, they werent familiar with him and it wasnt the wifes type of music..they absolutley loved the show. Total beast

[@KennelGuyTries]

John5's joy while playing is infectious. I found myself smiling right along with him during this video. I'd love to see him in a setting like this.

[@lfader]

Right? Over the years everything's turns into such a battle of who's the best the fastest the trickiest the coolest guitar player it kills the whole vibe of why you play guitar and puts pressure and just f**** it up. As a kid jamming in a band and playing HAVING FUN that was as good as it ever got ...

[@BenMcrea61]

John 5 never fails to impress. Amazing guitarist!

[@rustymiller194]

I don’t know how many times I have watched this video and it never gets to amaze me!!!!

[@settleschris1965]

Met him a couple years ago and he’s such a down to earth guy. Loves talking about all music.

[@johnnyroastbeef84]

John 5 is so clean and so impressive! That medley was cool- great drumming too

[@johngold1849]

in order for him to able to switch between riffs and dial in the actual artists feel is what is truly amazing about John. On a dime I might add! As a drummer I know that if I’m playing VH I’m thinking Alex and his feel. To be able to switch to different artists and get their groove right and how close you can come to their energy is the challenge. You can also tell that although he was already a smokin hot guitarist he is constantly challenging himself. This is what makes legends..

[@7777Lace]

Awesome Comment

[@stephenmacdonald912]

This guy never disappoints. He reminds me of phil x where he can just play anything and everything

[@llengford]

One of the best guitarists ever he can play anything 💞💘🤟🫡

[@wcreview8227]

How do you not LOVE this guy when he plays your Childhood on stage to perfection

[@SoCalDrumhead]

Props to the drummer too! Good Job, well done brother.

[@Mike_Webb78]

The dude couldn’t even play the beat for Heartbreaker right🤦🏻‍♂️

[@nitrojunkie9027]

Dude is absolutely flawless in every facet guitar playing. And what a way of ending the medley, with a nod to brother Dime. Rock on!!!!!!

[@humanimal5527]

@irishmetalfan yeah but you play for the crowd. This is a sweetwater event, not a metal concert. Probably the only Pantera tune most of these people could recognize.

[@jasperjenkins7729]

that Tune got the best crowd reception. EVERYBODY Loves Dime. if they don't, they suck.

[@TheMapman01]

​@irishmetalfan notice he didn't do the solo. I doubt anyone can really do it justice. Nobody played like dime. He was the best.

[@carsandhealthtoddrosenzwei2661]

Always entertaining listening to John5. Amazing musician!

[@TheLizardKing64]

All on a telecaster -- of all models. John 5 is a national treasure.

[@oyboltz6407]

Not only the Tele but he gets everyone's tones with his brain and hands.

[@tyryztoll]

Another in a long line of incredible musicians from Detroit........Rock City!

[@oldmanpence4803]

I love John 5's playing, and he has definitely made me appreciate Telecasters. So awesome!!

[@RayRayJr.]

Him and Jim Root.

[@Boogieplex]

@@RayRayJr. Yet neither of them play a traditional Tele with single coils. But then again im sure John 5 has a ton of them in his collection.

[@robeddy3722]

Tele's have probably been used in 70% of popular guitar music. They are far more prevalent than you think. Probably the most versatile guitar in history. Just because your favorite guitar slinger is known for playing a Les Paul or a Strat doesn't mean he/she used that in the studio on your favorite song. You'd be surprised to find Tele's where you thought there was something else.

[@kungfuryrabin668]

It's not a true Telecaster set up, it has high quality humbucker pickups.

[@therealjohndoe3862]

John 5...nailing everything. Always. As usual.

[@surfershaper]

Very cool that he included some classic EVH and the Dimebag riff at the end. Seen and miss both

[@keithmartin1067]

John 5 is an amazing guitarist and musician. Check-out his country-music playing live - he fuses many musical-genres together. Great drumming as well! Rock 'n Roll!

[@Brandonfunky]

The only thing is that he can't really improvise. Which is pretty normal thing for guitarists.

[@nr92cp6]

I saw Rob Zombie (with John 5) open for Ozzy in the late 00s. I was so excited to see Zakk Wylde for the first time, and while he was good, my lasting memory of the show is just how unbelievable John 5 was.

[@ZJMusic1990]

He is incredible and is definitely a guitarist who can actually play anything!

[@garybrading1893]

P

[@mrnatedogg3434]

Just goes to show you what an amazing guitarist this man is. He could rock any band he wanted to. I've been a fan since Mechanical Animals!

[@carlmorgan2227]

John has become one of my favorite guitar players,he is what you. Call a true guitar smith.

[@reginalewis9680]

I haven't gotten this excited about guitar playing since I was a kid!

[@ghostface4250]

*He LITERALLY just demonstrated that he could be the lead guitarist for over a dozen of the most famous and iconic bands.*

[@jimbag8]

true...impossible to nail tone on all of it, but he crushes anything he touches.

[@devilmanable]

Not to mention he can chicken pick country

[@waynewallace6630]

Some Highway Star please!

[@georgeherndon4436]

Exactly 💯

[@BubbaHubba-zy2kf]

Yeah and picked to sign up with motley crue

[@otccreations]

I could watch John 5 play all day! ❤ phenomenal

[@Megamare1]

This is definitely the best medley from John 5 I’ve heard to date

[@mikeherbert2500]

The man is all-round awesome!

[@victoriav4317]

7:03 - 7:53 - Dangerous display of Rock & Roll awesomeness.

[@24slipknot]

Been saying it for years that John 5 is the most underrated guitarist of all time. Not even close. Guy doesn’t get the love he deserves. He can literally play any style of music.

[@andrewjung1112]

This guy can play it all. Really nice.

[@joeduvall2722]

He's a human riff machine. He never fails to blow my mind.

[@michaelvanbuskirk8845]

So can many people.

[@andrewjung1112]

@@michaelvanbuskirk8845 fine. So Can John 5

[@saltpeter7429]

I saw him a few years back in Lebanon NH. Best show I have ever been to. It was 5 and the Creatures, with Jared James Nichols opening. Oh what a night. Front row center. Great players.

[@joanhagen1513]

John 5, you are an amazing guitarist!!

[@finnadunk]

I'm happy this guy gets his recognition. He's a really great guitar player.

[@jaysick6551]

John 5 is one of the best.... simply awesome.

[@ADR.Hi-Gain]

I want to hang out w/him. He shreds!!! Great Tone and nails every nuance. He even "Chugs". . .Awesome John 5. You Rock.

[@adamwarlock3530]

I always liked John 5. He's just so cool.

[@shannonrichardson3405]

Johnny 5 is the real deal! Seen him live a lot and he never disappoints!!!

[@frankperricone2065]

That was just great, I don't know if I knew of John 5 15 years ago, maybe 20 time flies.

[@adamgouveia7590]

He is so good. I’d never really heard his stuff much until I saw him on That Metal Show and I was blown away. He’s got so many different styles he can play and they’re all fantastic And how does it sound so full without a bassist lol

[@7777Lace]

YES!!!!!

[@mmmcosta]

A BIG and devoted Van Halen fan, for sure!

[@thechitownhustler]

He’s a fan and a student of lots of our favorites. Actually a collector of cool and unusual KISS memorabilia

[@EmberGyaru]

Absolutely awesome. John killed it. And that drummer deserves credit too. Great playing. Wish they'd have panned to him during Hot For Teacher!

[@delusican1960]

Yea John, you should be John:1 bro. Your a beast. Thanks for entertaining us.

[@mullaway5746]

One of he best guitarists around and humble, dig this dude

[@ghostwriter1869]

Dude is off the charts!!!!!!

[@JoeGarchar1960]

Clever idea! It works! Every concert should be like this. 40 songs in 20 minutes, then go home!

[@gnr311182pj]

That was great fun 🤘🏻 Thank you for that!!

[@johnsparkman4532]

Man, such feel and instinctive groove. So good.

[@pdxpete48]

John 5 has the skills that will rock your socks off.

[@jimworthington449]

Highly underrated guitarist.

[@chrisgulbranson5867]

That was so good! Dat make me happy 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁!

[@moos138]

His tone sounds huge and with no effects to hide behind wow

[@joshedward420]

I've met John 2handful of times..... what's amazing is how nice he was to me...... and he remembered me wit rita.....he made me feel like I WAS THE SPECIAL ONE. Even though he's the GOD🤟

[@goldenrod3215]

W O W . WOW. AWESOME. JOHN 5, YOU NEED TO PUT TOGETHER A 1 HOUR AND 20 MINUTES OF GREATEST RIFFS TOGETHER AND TOUR WITH IT. I MYSELF AND MILLIONS OF PEOPLE WOULD LOVE TO SE THIS. THERE ARE SOANY THAT IT WOULD BE GREAT ENTERTAINMENT. WHATCHA THINK?

[@fearlessfrankie6479]

I was at the show in Montreal just recently! I got to meet John 5 & Ian Ross & the drummer.! Great guys !John said He loves Montreal & always come back! Great show!!

[@jeffreystockdale8292]

This guy is so talented, fit right in with Motley Crue, the guitarist musically carrying the band!!

[@mtbiker4life918]

Ridiculously great

[@tomflanagan3993]

So good and all with a sense of humor. Real talent.

[@DavidBrown-qp9lc]

This is one of the coolest videos I have ever seen as a lifelong struggling guitar player!!! John 5 is amazing!!

[@thechitownhustler]

Thank you. Glad others are enjoying it, and my library of concert ventures.

[@sguerilla6142]

The question arises, what have you watched so far if this is ''one of the coolest videos I have ever seen as a lifelong struggling guitar player''????????

[@lookiedrew]

J5 can play anything in any style! My man!

[@taconinjagaming9956]

I love that David is just standing back there like “That’s my boy right there😇” I got him to sign my tapestry and then he shredded with Marty Friedman and played Bass with John (Tulsa Shrine🖤) also this man is a legend

[@blademan6075]

J5 is the best improv guitarist I’ve ever heard and when it comes to flat pickin he can give some of the greats a run for their money.

[@brianpinion5844]

id like to think he is one of the greats !! but i get what ya saying man !

[@kippsguitar6539]

Come on be serious, he's not Guthrie govern and nowhere near

[@johnm2617]

I have realy become a john 5 fan ! At 60 years old < This guy is a monster on that guitar! Ty ! And he is a big kiss fan ** keep going dude ! Also doing a great job in the crew !

[@MySteamChannel]

That was awesome...we need cheering up right now & that hit the spot!

[@tomsav8848]

I could watch J5 play riffs all day.. Drummer was great too!

[@nightpandas7178]

The differences in tone and sound he gets out of that thing are amazing, his technique changes to fit the riff perfectly

[@erikleirmo9147]

Awesome guitarist

[@ericnelson7524]

I sure wish he had his bass player with him to help fill out the sound,but freaking kick ass regardless!!

[@nr92cp6]

Yeah, this medley rocks and J5 and the drummer are awesome. But if anyone ever thinks bass players aren’t important in rock/metal, just listen to this video haha.

[@devinw5150]

The bass player posted a comment saying he was sick and couldn’t play this gig but he’s back now

[@alessandrobarbosa8569]

Just awesome, In my opinion, one of the best guitarists today.

[@Sound-Lord]

Great Player and Amazing Tele! :)

[@handgunner1911]

john is one of the best he plays spot on and his tricks etc are killer much love to john!!!!

[@izzy517]

Can’t wait to see him in New Bedford, MA this Thursday (5/12). Guy is legendary!

[@IamtheFerryMan]

How was the show? I really like John 5. I'd pay to see him live.

[@bulldogsofeastvan5647]

No robot will ever be this great!