John 5 Plays 7 unbelievably iconic guitars from Hard Rock's vault. This will blow your mind.

[@heavyagnelli1973]

John 5 is not only one of the better guitar players out there, but every video or interview, he is just a real humble and nice guy.

[@chrisw5742]

He is a fraud actor. Johnny Dep is his other stage name. Nasty little fucker he is.

[@bluetopaz0411]

100 %

[@pussyhigh]

I'll never understand how he put up with Marilyn Manson for as long as he did.

[@johnd3124]

4:19 was complete dogshit tho, terrible touch

[@Renegade_222]

I agree.100% Hes awesome on so many levels. And that is so rare.

[@NedHarkey]

Wow! John 5 is so much better than Johns 1 through 4...

[@kwuagga5484]

@Peter Lustig john 5 is definitely not total shit, no clue where u got that idea from

[@rcg9573]

@peter lustbugger He could easily outplay a loser like you without breaking a sweat. :-)

[@kevinfrance1564]

@Peter Lustig Yeah, I'm sure Rob Halford had so few people wanting to play in his band he had to settle for a shitty pop punk guitarist. I used to not be real impressed because I'd only heard him in Manson's and Zombie's stuff, which isn't exactly known for its shredding guitar work. But watch his solo stuff. He can throw down like a monster when he wants to.

[@gypsytabor1675]

Johnny 5 is aliviiive! [with robotic voice]

[@backhandok]

John V

[@mickjagger149]

If I don’t continuously play songs I forget 90% of them meanwhile John just effortlessly rips through hundreds of licks perfectly. What a talent this man has! I could watch him do this for hours

[@smugler1]

Why do you think he remembers them? :p

[@mickjagger149]

Chris Manzi I wasn’t knocking him? It was 100 the opposite... nothing but praise for his talent

[@barnyardstory]

Mick you look great, keep going for another 76yrs.

[@opiethrice8746]

It's having a proclivity towards music, some people can just grab one and it's natural, given the fact that he has played at the grand 'ol oprey and done numerous tracks for so many different artists and is payed to play and practice it's not surprising that he can remember all of those riffs from memory, he's probably played them a thousand times and has favorites from his childhood. He is a true savant with music to be honest.

[@m.h.6143]

Same here bro.

[@aniquinstark4347]

John 5 is THE MAN for these demos. His skills across a variety of genres lets us really get to know to know these guitars and the tones they can make. I would love to see him do more.

[@johnnyjohnson2942]

John is great, I wounder what his prep/practice time for tis video was he is a great for sure and just a great soul, seams like he would be a great friend type. Reminds me of Jani Lane for some reason.

[@gazicj]

@@johnnyjohnson2942 whoa, interesting--it didn't occur to me--do you think he had some prep time? I figured it was off the cuff...of course, he's obviously put in endless hours into being able to play what he plays...anyways. cool cool, peace brotha

[@patrickshannon4516]

He's the second best guitarist of all time it's Justin Johnson is the best then John 5 then it's Buckethead at number 3.

[@triplej8666]

there are far more impressive guitarists than those guys, guthrie govan, alan holdsworth, eric johnson, julian lage, synyster gates, john petrucci @@patrickshannon4516

[@patrickshannon4516]

He knows how to play any kind of music he's truly gifted music is a gift from God.

[@Marta1Buck]

I can imagine myself sitting there, holding those guitars, and playing enter sandman riff on all of them.

[@fallen3567]

Ahmad Vawaid Sulthon same xD

[@donsmith4021]

To bad you couldn't have pictured the 200 better Metallica songs than enter sandman

[@zplapplap]

Underrated comment.

[@GlenBarrantes]

Ahmad Vawaid Sulthon greatest comment of all time

[@_JellyDonut_]

In your imagination are you also wearing guy-liner?

[@justinmorgan9406]

I wish John 5 was more appreciated by mainstream, such an Epic guitarist.

[@Clefty09]

Nah

[@Joelvete6]

the mainstream can keep John Mayer

[@elliotprice460]

@@Joelvete6 both John’s are amazing no need to pit them against each other

[@douglaschristine8387]

I think it's because of the band's he played in.

[@JohnnyAppleseed-yl6fo]

Maybe it's the name...

[@hermanmelville3871]

The fact that he gets excited and immediately plays the most iconic riffs associated with each guitar is the absolute best thing I’ve seen in some time.

[@DustinDollinsShinBone]

John seems like a nice dude. Until today I have never actually heard him speak. The way he made his Telecaster sing literally made me feel so calm, that was seriously magical.

[@johneertwegh6261]

Same here

[@LeadMe2TheBliss]

He is such a nice and humble guy. Hell, he toured as Marilyn Manson's guitarist for years and I don't think he ever touched drugs or booze once that whole time! 🤣🤣He it a total gentleman, he is the rockstar you could trust to be around your parents.

[@KitMuayThai]

I love the way he interrupts the guy and blasts the guitar whilst he’s talking 😂

[@danielsherwood3460]

Every time 😂

[@wheelzwheela]

It’s what needed to happen.

[@eriklarson9137]

Join a band. It is literally every guitarist the entire time if they have a guitar in their hands. It's not real fun after a few years. PS. All guitarists SAY they don't do that. They are wrong.

[@ozzyisdrunk]

@@eriklarson9137 drummer do it too

[@brandonskatesalot3296]

Scuff Alot i have to go into the other room to tune my guitar before playing because my drummer is so fucking bad at it

[@THRASHGUITAR151]

i love how every time jeff tries to talk john keeps playing

[@petewarrell228]

Whats happing Hi from canada

[@metaphoria3]

the host brought him on to play..

[@robertlittleford4617]

Your new epiphone line looks fantastic.

[@buddywilliams5650]

I would have also. That's a once in a lifetime experience right there.

[@Inabeshidare]

John would start talking and play over himself too. Guitarist can't handle themselves when their favorite thing is in their hands.

[@waynecribb4922]

Could not have gotten a better guitarist for this video. John 5 is absolutely amazing.

[@patrickshannon4516]

Yes this guy is in a totally different league than others he's way better than almost any guitarist

[@brianbushue]

ian thornley would beg to differ :) i just learned about john 5 today, and he does seem both very nice, and talented

[@beyondbeleef1013]

John 5 is such a down to earth guy. Not at all your typical rockstar type. Not to mention a phenomenal guitarist

[@markdovers5150]

I’m embarrassed to admit I really had never heard John 5 player before, but I have been missing out on a first rate player, I will make an effort to listen to this guy from now on. Kudos mr. 5.

[@michaelmoore676]

His music is quite different . Played guitar for Marilyn Manson and currently plays lead in Rob Zombies band . Do like that music but he plays great and is cool guy, check out some vids with Manson and Zombie

[@thisguy2973]

He became Marilyn mansons live guitarist starting on Mechanical Animals. The guitarist before that was a guy that goes by Zim Zum, but their bassist Twiggy recorded most guitar work for Marilyn mansons earlier albums and they would just hire a sort of reverse session guitarist like John 5. He’s an amazing guitarist. He had a really sweet signature tele in the late 90s.

[@garrisonic]

There are so many out there like that. It's getting easier to find em. I didn't know about Tommy Emmanuel but when I found him, I was floored and because of our relationship and playing with him, many more people have been able to find my stuff though it's nothing like his

[@stoneysdead689]

@@garrisonic LOL-= Had to go around the world and back but you managed to work that name drop in there like a pro- well done.

[@muddygold6955]

Lol it’s okay bro

[@Kurt1969]

There are very few guitarists who can play extremely well and have a classy attitude and/or personality. John is one of them. I always enjoy watching him play or talk about music/ gear. Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@scarlettepunk2087]

kurt singer not only is his playing influencing future people to play but how to be humble and show himself to be a fan...he can barely contain himself with the Teardrop Vox...appropriately

[@Kurt1969]

Yep!

[@redrum0119]

kurt singer pull your brown tounge out

[@scootterpootter]

When he comes back to the Detroit area, he is just like everyone else, he hangs out with his old friends and goes to the mall. I was at a Rob Zombie show a few years ago, and a girl sitting next to me showed me her phone form earlier in the day. He played at DTE Music Theater, and there is a huge mall about 10 minutes away. The girl at the concert worked one of those kiosks, selling some sort or trinkets or something. Anyway, she recognized him and waved him over to her booth and chatted with him for a quite a while. He took a bunch of pictures with her and she said that he hung out with her, helping to sell her stuff from the kiosk to anyone who walked by. lol He is a very down to earth and humble guy, which I guess is why he has a rabid fan base, and is in such high demand as session player. He checks his ego and is just a fan of certain bands, just like us.

[@jarvisadison1229]

John 5 is a bad ass mofo on the guitar. Down to earth guy.

[@joerisner9176]

I have to echo others in saying John 5 seems like such a down to earth guy. Totally just a normal guy with loads of talent for all types of genres. Wish there were more musicians out there like him.

[@s1d299]

I've literally never seen or heard him before, to my knowledge (unless in bands where I didn't know he was in them). Heard the name a few times recently. This video is my first exposure to him. And: I like him. Definitely will check out some of his music now.

[@BrianVallotton]

@@s1d299 I never knew of him til last year. I had not really listened to his genre of music much, but what an amazing and verstatile and talented and humble and intelligent guy!!!

[@pyroman6000]

He began his career as a studio player, where you need to be able to play just about anything.

[@eriklarson9137]

What is weird is, all the REALLY great (not necessarily famous) musicians have all be amazingly cool. The only DBags I have met are guys who THINK they are great. Usually those are the famous ones. A drummer example is Todd Sucherman. He's literally one of the greatest, and the most humble and nicest guy. If you don't know who he is, and dismiss him as being great, that's your problem. You don't have to agree for something to be true. Look him up.

[@TheLablujan]

​@@s1d299 Happened the same to me 1 week ago, YT recommended "Que pasa" song and after that I cannot stop listening to his music. And yes, seems a cool simple dude....which in my case is a plus.

[@FlatlandMando]

I like the way your player John takes each guitar for a ride respectfully & using many styles. Like a motorcyclist doing a few laps, trying the clutch, the gears, cornering hard, braking, then bringing each un- damaged back to the pit area

[@savage1046]

This guy is mind blowing due to how many styles off genres he can produce he plays so effortlessly and is fascinating to watch

[@patihyunus9487]

I thought he was the unmasked Buckethead.

[@williamsporing1500]

He’s very versatile

[@anthonyoregano69]

the chromatic player

[@Johnnysmithy24]

@@patihyunus9487 He’s actually a Buckethead fan and viceversa

[@WaterproofSoap]

Most good pro guitarists can. Go hang out in Nashville for about 6 weeks....you'll see players that rival this that no one will ever read about in a magazine or see on a music award pageant

[@TundraDude34]

John 5 is unbelievable. One of the most underrated guitar players for sure

[@jameslucas6589]

TundraDude34 Underrated or unable? His technique for sloppy is unequalled, his lack of originality is uninspiring, lack of taste is unsurpassed. What a waste of time.

[@TundraDude34]

James Lucas damn, did he steal your girl or something???

[@chody5840]

Yeah, it's not like you could sit James Lucas down with a guitar and ask him to perform just a handful of the techniques in this video and then watch him struggle for an entire year before giving up; having never successfully filled your request.

[@fabianaguilar1358]

James Lucas can only play smoke on the water, WRONG. Im sure about that.

[@presleyallen73]

I agree, however nothing against them but I believe its because the bands he has been in. there not really bands that have music to showcase a guitar talent.

[@BazonBlades]

John is such a guitar nerd. You can't help but like the guy.

[@tucsonsoccor4952]

guitar nerd? he looks like an alchoholic cross dresser and plays guitar like someone who spends more time browsing the nail polish isle at Goth Mart than actually practicing. the guy fucking sucks

[@neojazzer]

Yeah in this example he really just doesn't get stuck into the guitars, just seems a little overwhelmed or something, I would be ripping those necks apart and torturing those pickups way more...not bashing a couple of power chords out and jazzing out

[@cathytaibbi1945]

Agree - and all the hateful comments from malcontents on this page is so uncalled-for and sad. John seems like a really great guy, and so happy. I loved watching this.

[@russianbot2397]

Bonamassa is a guitar nerd. Not this guy.

[@leespencr5171]

It's amazing to see him geek out. And his skill from 50s to metal, amazing

[@bheater2615]

I like how a professional like John and others can take a guitar they’ve never played before and make it sing so sweetly

[@stoneysdead689]

To a large degree- a guitar is a guitar man- you don't need to play them to get used to them or anything like that. They're standardized enough that unless it's an odd ball like a fretless or a 7 string or something like that- you can just pick it up and play really. And if you're playing quality instruments like these- you can bet they're going to be super easy to play- they play so effortlessly and with such beautiful tone it actually requires less skill and talent to make it sound good.

[@squatchh_]

Alot of people don't know who John 5 is? Dude is a living guitar legend. Started as a studio player, playing for David Lee Roth, among others. Then joined Marilyn Manson for Holywood and a few tours. Joined Rob Zombie from Educated Horses on, and has many solo records. Dude excels in shredding and has particular interest and skills in finger picking and banjo style riffs. Y'all need to go support him! He's definitely one of my favorite modern guitar players.

[@Hauntedasylum666]

A HIGHLY underrated guitarist.

[@Sora-o]

Pretty average imo. Chill dude but not a living legend.

[@squatchh_]

Jorge B. Literally the dumbest thing I've ever heard.

[@GLITZandGLOOM]

Whiskey Fett He actually joined Manson during the Mechanical Animals era, but the first record he wrote on with the band, yeah was Holy Wood. Love him with Zombie too! I'm seeing Manson and Zombie in August, so I'll see this badass live! But yeah, you're spot on about who John 5 is, and the man rules. His cover of Michael Jackson's "Beat It"... soooo cool!

[@marksimpson7527]

GLITZandGLOOM I’m pretty sure he was on golden age of grotesque. And I think he did write a few songs on mechanical animals but I might be wrong

[@pathosis]

"I wonder if J5 is gonna do that banjo riff he loves to do....Oh, there it is..."

[@blankslate8002]

Hahaha

[@terryrollins1973]

It's like Tom Morello raising his fist while pushing his foot down on the whammy pedal lol

[@Thomas_Frd]

i don't understand how he can play that EVERYTIME

[@Fightin_Mongoose]

It's called chicken pickin' and it's actually fairly hard to do. I blows my mind that he just busts it out like that.

[@Clefty09]

Yeah, lame

[@seangavin0]

John 5 is so good because he knows so many different genres so well

[@brucewayne2184]

5, specifically.

[@rickjames9507]

No shit Sherlock

[@uup116]

But can he write a hit?

[@rickjames9507]

@@uup116 No but Taylor Swift can..

[@uup116]

@@rickjames9507 exactly

[@popsriley1211]

Phenomenal demos of Legendary guitars. Nothing but respect for Jon 5.

[@bernardhossmoto]

His playing is insane, especially the Tele picking stuff. What a great guy.

[@TheAgentAssassin]

Hee Haw all day long. I heard he was a big fan. Makes sense seeing his playing.

[@theraxis]

Mad Dog Fifi lmao, thumbs up all day for trolls

[@kingfelipe12]

He's a huge Telecaster nerd, and you can definitely tell. Look up any video of him playing and you will see him with a Tele every single time.

[@kbuss10]

what are u talkin about? his just noodling shit, nothing special

[@bernardhossmoto]

People like you make me want to quit music.

[@JasonBeckerOfficial]

That was fun. I love John 5!

[@biswasmd]

He got so nervous when he saw your guitar, as would most of us who grew up listening to you.

[@TheLeperwolf]

He was like "nope, shoes to big to fit into" and didn't try any shred licks. But he looked like a kid in a candy store.

[@Metalovai]

Weird... He seemed more like "not interested in that one" to me.

[@scottjm211]

Jason Becker, just another reason that you are not only one of the greatest guitar players ever but a great guy! Have you ever met John?

[@surfdigby]

At first I thought, wow the body is really thick. Then I realised it was a Peavey and not a Carvin. I've got a Peavey T40 bass and it is a monster of an instrument. Thick chunky body, thick chunky pickups and the thickest chunkiest bridge known to man.

[@melcrose]

Such editing. Such editing.

[@markpell8979]

Loved John 5's work with Powerman 5000. Cool to see and hear him enjoying playing these historic guitars. What a privilege. We can tell he is humbly feeling that.

[@HeroJrOfficial]

so rad to see John's smile when he is playing Paul Stanley's axe. #whatitsallabout

[@SealofPerfection]

Mr Speed!

[@trevorwilson5461]

Hero Jr. Official fuck Paul Stanley,lm glad that they have it now

[@donaldkumler5149]

For a crazy rocker guy John 5 seems totally humbled by these instruments despite his own inherit fame. Awesome performance form John 5

[@Unam469]

Donald Kumler it’s not inherit

[@jill9356]

Well yeah, with out those instruments rock would have never become such a big platform

[@soupisgoodfood3316]

My dad is best friends with John 5. He knew Johnny through high school and even lived with him even before he was famous, still a huge part of history I will always remember and they still talk to this day.

[@隠れた花]

I am John 5 and that is false!

[@soupisgoodfood3316]

@@隠れた花 I doubt that you’re John5 but if so: Jamie Cimini.

[@隠れた花]

@@soupisgoodfood3316 I am actually John5 and that name is not familiar with me I’m sorry but your father is lying

[@隠れた花]

@@soupisgoodfood3316 granted it’s possible we went to school together but I have never been friends with someone of that name let alone my best friend

[@soupisgoodfood3316]

@@隠れた花 well you probably wouldn’t have known since you went through collage and everything...

[@miralcleariel8426]

John 5 once again keeps winning my respect and admiration. What a talent and quite possibly the most well adjusted human being I've ever seen. Humble, knowledgeable. I think I'm having a bromance.

[@Danthehorse]

Well said, agree on all points!

[@Mr.Gundam7]

He seems really chill.

[@rtflone]

@@Danthehorse who is john 5 never heard of him

[@mr.brenman2132]

​@@rtfloneA guitarist that's played on countless recordings and was a member of bands like Marilyn Manson, David Lee Roth, Rob Zombie, and currently Motley Crue.

[@rtflone]

@@mr.brenman2132 Explains why I've never heard/heard of him. No offense but those bands just aren't in my wheelhouse

[@guitashamilele]

2:29 "Let's see what else we have for you. This is going to blow your mind." 2:40 Gives John the same guitar.

[@Arkoudeides.]

Its a bouzouki

[@briankehew579]

Yeah that's a really bad edit!

[@Marin_Sp]

@@briankehew579 Whole video is badly edited. I don't understand those blackouts, there's literally no need for them 🙄

[@leviathan_is_me]

@@Marin_Sp They were probably going to do a series with this. John getting handed a guitar, history of it is given as he plays around. Serious riffle to end the segment. They obviously decided to do a "1 n done" but some of the hard breaks were left in. Just a guess.

[@arhanarslankaya1300]

They probably didn't appreciate the reaction so they gave him a second chance

[@Wade_Winter]

5th time watching this. Not even in a good mood. But I'm smiling anyway. John 5 deserves to play these more than anyone.

[@davidcoulombe3924]

Looked just like a little kid when you got his hands on Paul Stanley's guitar. That's what it's all about folks :)

[@robertflynn3618]

DAVID COULOMBE is he just jamming when he first gets it, because that blues tune sounds familiar but I can’t place it.

[@davyboy1]

@@robertflynn3618 He starts with a very quick run through Ace's solo from Detroit Rock City, before getting into Mr. Speed.

[@techfreak244]

@@davyboy1 and if you know where he is from it seems kinda fitting lol

[@rhoadsgilbertfan4125]

The least talented of all the players guitars he touched the whole day

[@davidcoulombe3924]

@@rhoadsgilbertfan4125 took a while, but here's the "I'm a dick" comment. Thanks for joining the party loser!

[@pederlong1784]

This man is like an excited 17 year old discovering music. So inspirational, so down to earth. Of course his ability is amazing but his character is wonderful

[@fenderboy68]

This guy is a class act. Brilliant guitarist and seems like one helluva humble dude playing these iconic guitars...No ego!!

[@davidkeirle7080]

I love when "real" guitar players have those songs, riffs, solos just stored away and can recall them. Amazing guitar player.

[@ArtGuitarLTX]

Nailed it! 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😁😁😁

[@johnmcaleese8459]

@@ArtGuitarLTX He's so "real", he's unreal !!

[@mikerogers2641]

WOW.. a lot of haters leaving comments.. he is versatile showing y’all what he can do. Much love here.

[@zman0729]

Cannot stand the "wanna-be" musician elitists. Bashing/hating on everything. *"I took 'Music Theory' 3 times in college" (blah, blah, blah)

[@zackv3957]

You can tell how much John 5 loves guitar. He can barely wait to listen to the history before playing.

[@CarlosRuiz-ce7gl]

Sorry, but I didn’t know who John 5 is/was , BUT , I appreciate and can relate to the excitement and anticipation with each guitar he presented to. Super cool !!! I’ve seen a dozen GREAT guitarists. John5’s childlike humility puts him up there with the best of the best. I’m lucky enough to have seen, in person, Stevie Ray, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Eddie Van Halen, BB King, Steve Howe, Carlos Santana, and many many more.. It’s a pleasure to watch and listen to him. Thank you very much !!!!!

[@picanha694]

Cant wait until he turn to john 6

[@musstazza]

This made my day lmao

[@androgeniko]

There is only one Sixx

[@niklasjanen3563]

@@androgeniko nikki?

[@NIIIIQQ]

The world is not yet ready. First we must cure world hunger.

[@christopherbridges6123]

You have to combine 6 Johns of the specific element type to make John 6.

[@RobertLandrum13]

One of the most underrated guitarists out there. And an awesome human being as well.

[@VHDT10]

Underrated, most likely because he was most famous in a band that didn't use his abilities.

[@charlesholland6851]

I can’t believe the hate he’s getting though. Like the Hendrix SG thread. John is a freaking beast on guitar!

[@VHDT10]

@@charlesholland6851 agreed. And I didn't know until I saw him play other stuff. He's awesome

[@rhoadsgilbertfan4125]

He’s only underrated to people who have no fucking idea what they’re talking about

[@RobertLandrum13]

@@rhoadsgilbertfan4125 Hahahaha. Right.

[@JazzyJonas]

How many picks did he eat?

[@jessiehermit9503]

Thousands.

[@daveelson213]

5........ Why dya think his name is john 5

[@tosinabasifan8320]

Dave Elson haha

[@marcussoininen2084]

All of them

[@joebeefhash5549]

Nasty habit I've yet to break!

[@leokimvideo]

A true Kiss fan, John 5 knows Mr Speed, just more proof of how many people Kiss has influenced

[@beeemm2578]

Underrated Kiss song for sure

[@Seniorpoops]

Kiss sicks

[@mycupcake12]

He covered that song with Charlie benate during the pandemic.

[@dpedrosoliano]

he even played Parasite! even way underrated song !

[@Scorpsfan]

Same with the Scorpions

[@andrewhull5265]

So much talent and yet so down to earth . His playing is so effortless its pretty mesmerising

[@KrisH-kp9vx]

John 5 is probably the most underrated and talented musicians ever. Every time I hear him I am blown away. But you would never know it from being with Rob.

[@garyschweim1395]

Probably not

[@godnamedtay]

U are probably on drugs

[@ianwebb4711]

So shocking to see such a talented Pomeranian.

[@Rossdink]

haha

[@bienvenidovelasco6834]

Lolol

[@FarmInAfrica]

I soiled myself... Priceless! haha

[@JohnDoe-zq1ho]

@music is timeless Haha... I think you missed his joke there bud. Ol Johnny looks like a Pomeranian here, thanks to his jacket and matching hair.

[@nathanielvargas3863]

I spend all day on KZbin and this is one of the funniest comments I’ve read

[@Stranger_Strange_Land]

That Les Paul is fantastic! Glad to hear someone like John 5 playing it

[@rockrollinnolan8521]

*"Unbelievable."* - John 5, 2018

[@joeysaintfelix6645]

Truly unbelievable shitty playing... if that's what you mean. Where the hell does he play anything with true conviction.

[@marlonscloud]

Hahahahhahaha

[@babbletower]

my thought exactly :)

[@AtheistLuvXmas]

@@joeysaintfelix6645 pfft...

[@AtheistLuvXmas]

@@joeysaintfelix6645 You have two uploads, and they are both of the same train derailment. Any chance of putting up that video where you destroy John5?

[@TheSaintedOne]

No worries. Next generation will be dying to touch one of your Tele's.

[@PauloNideck]

What great guitar skills he’s got

[@cathytaibbi1945]

And he's personable and seems really nice. I'm now a fan -

[@shawnhapney8784]

Things like this prove the point that ya gotta be versatile. Not only as a guitarist but a musician period. See John doing that 'chicken pickin'? He's not just solely a 'Rock', 'Metal', 'Industrial' musician. He knows the whole 'Sphere' The '50's stuff, the Jazzy riffs, on and on. Back in the 'Day'? Guitarists were expected to know How To Play Their Instruments. Vocalists were Expected to Know How To Sing, etc. He's not working with just 1 'Bag O' Tricks'.

[@dandogful]

I always thought he was a metal guy but man he shreads country like WTF

[@Metallex]

@@dandogful Dude, check out his solo records, it's brilliant stuff!

[@richieguadagno6861]

He’s an absolute beast

[@tenbroeck1958]

As a guitarist close to the age of John 5 , this is like heaven - I grew up loving the same stuff: Holy crap, the man loves country guitar as much as me too - even Hee Haw!! I called my first guitar a "Hee Haw" when I was 3, because I associated that word with guitars. That would be my dream day, playing those iconic axes.

[@MoooseBlood]

John 5 looks like a vampire from a Blade movie.

[@anthonymorales5815]

Marco Resendez lol I was thinkin he belongs in the lost boys.

[@grimblesqueem2291]

Marco Resendez.. In this video? He has really toned it down compared to how he used to look.. LoL. He looks really ordinary these days.

[@djsubliminalreeve]

nope that is mr mugatu from zoolander

[@bwgti]

John 5 - IS - a vampire from a Blade movie.

[@alexcastro7339]

Marco Resendez LOST BOYS

[@65rebelatheart]

Hearing john 5 play a jerry cantrell riff, brings a tear to my eye

[@bretviola6871]

Wow! That ‘58 Les Paul sounded so majestic! That’s why those year/model guitars are THE guitar!

[@jasonmolinaro4520]

John 5 is amazing. To see him play these iconic guitars is unreal. The excitement he has doing too. Like a kid in a Candy store. Great video

[@hawkboy1792]

What he did with the telecaster in the very end just pulled the tears out of my eyes i wish i could have a ten hour video of that it is so beautiful

[@gbates106]

That was my favorite too. I'd love to know if that's something that he's recorded. He's an incredible guy.

[@jimbobskinflute2878]

Behind The Nut Love is what its called!!!

[@citadel9611]

John 5 is such a brother.

[@alexgherghina1865]

18:57 that Tele tone is probably the best tone I've ever heard in my life. It's so bright and powerful

[@ripleyjune]

That one stood out to me too. The sound of it just hits you but still clean and bright.

[@andrewpappas9311]

That was insane, man, I'd love to play some vintage gear like that... All of the guitars sounded so good, John really has a great touch when it comes to his playing

[@IamtheFerryMan]

Agreed. He's such a tasteful guitarist. Most of my exposure to John 5 is here on YT. I have a lot of respect for him. He should really demo gear. He's always shredding and then playing some chickin' pickin'. That type of all over the place playing is perfect for gear reviews.

[@tomshigoka4386]

That Jason Becker guitar made my day!!

[@earljones1849]

He played Mr.Speed.!!! A true KISS fan.

[@ectolle54]

Deep pull there. Most people don’t even recognize that song.

[@InfamouslyCantankerous]

Such a talented guitarist. And seems like a a chill dude.

[@J_Trask]

This is great to watch. The guy has a love for music and guitar that you don’t always see. John is a student of music.

[@shannondawn44]

This was so cool . Brian Jones' teardrop ... wow . Thanks for this

[@johnnytheboy1384]

The 57 Les Paul Junior to look at is so unassuming. So simple and basic, I love that. It's the exact opposite once you plug it in and hit that first chord. Beast of an instrument.

[@punkisinthedetails1470]

Just like Johnny Thunders.

[@murdermuseum8280]

John is like a kid in a candy store. John is the man!

[@antuantheswan2189]

Gave me goosebumps when he hit that “can’t you hear me knockin” riff.

[@edjackson4389]

Yeah, what was the second riff after that?

[@gergnotsloh]

@@edjackson4389 Sounded kind of like CCR but not sure.

[@edjackson4389]

@@gergnotsloh I agree, but its not Fortunate Son. Its a Stones riff but I cant put my finger on it

[@aronschwarz236]

@@edjackson4389 it's Sympathy for the devil

[@edjackson4389]

@@aronschwarz236 It just doesn't sound quite right. What makes you say that? It doesn't match any of the guitar parts in that song. Im not sayin youre wrong. Just wondering why you think that

[@yaliguttman33]

Editing masterpiece

[@ratchapel8974]

Yeah someone clearly spent a lot of time on it

[@tush8912]

John 5 looks like Will Ferrel when he played 'Mugatu' in Zoolander

[@jouhanneus]

Kristiano El Reesio DON’T YOU KNOW I GET BLOATED AND FARTY FROM A FOAMY LATTÉ??!? YOUR MISTAKE, INDEED!!

[@ChiefRager]

LMFAO needs a perm

[@ryanduray1]

Kristiano El Reesio he's gonna build the Derek Zoolander center for children who can't play guitar good

[@DSWEIG]

I'm a hot little potato right now!

[@JT-kp8ps]

Lets hope the President of Malaysia does bump into him...

[@alanoffer]

Now I know what happened to my cat . John 5 is wearing it

[@pafa92]

reffoelcnu alouncelal yeah just keep an eye on your dog..

[@guitax]

You made my day LMAO

[@mrgriffer]

what did you feed your cat ? small horses?

[@DavidSmith-ss1cg]

Naa-ah, I can tell by not looking very close that it's genuine faux fur.

[@mrgriffer]

David Smith i hope that was a poor joke

[@justinjones1507]

John 5’s appreciation for music and his humbleness is incredible such a wholesome dude with so much talent

[@myralittle387]

Every time I see John 5 play guitar, it makes me realize the caliber of talent he has And how much better he is than I'll ever be I think he is the Most well rounded and versatile guitarist of all time

[@skullPUMP]

myra little If you keep thinking that way you’ll never have the will to get better.

[@Clefty09]

He's not versatile. He plays the same few riffs every time. He couldn't play with a real bluegrass, jazz, flamenco, or blues band.

[@kevinpersinger7957]

When he busts out with detroit rock city, you can almost see the pyrotechnics go off in his soul... Thats gotta be a dream come true for him.

[@Gloveberg1]

And then he busts out "Mr Speed"??? Outstanding.

[@younge3228]

My dad is best friends with John 5. He knew Johnny through high school and even lived with him even before he was famous, still a huge part of history I will always remember and they still talk to this day.

[@younge3228]

That coat tho

[@saltpeter7429]

@@younge3228 that is beyond cool! Love John. I had the opportunity to go see him in Lebanon NH a few years ago and it was the most enjoyable gig I've ever been to. He puts off great vibes and his sound is fun. Think about it, watching a guy play for two hours. No vocals. Sounds like a set up for boredom? Not for a guy of this caliber. Squeezing delicious notes like breathing. Tell your Dad to tell John to come back to west central New Hampshire! Lol. ( The middle of nowhere).

[@cdreidp]

Get you a man who looks at you the way John looks at Paul Stanley's guitar

[@itiswhatitisyk8287]

John 5 is one of those rare breeds of guitarists that when they start playing, everyone goes silent and just watches

[@mufiku]

Versatile. Fucking versatile.

[@loganstegall9113]

This is such a quality vid! Guitars are absolutely amazing! But I think my favorite part is how genuinely happy John 5 is playing and experiencing these. Such a great and humble guy! John you’re an inspiration to me and a lot of other guitarists out there! \m/

[@Subatomic_Glue]

This is gold, you guys should definitely do more of these. Amazing idea, amazing period, GIVE ME MORE.

[@steelersnorth2914]

When Paul Stanley's guitar came out he lit up like a kid. Real good player.

[@Annunaki_0517]

I’m always so impressed by John 5’s playing. The guy has chops for days. He can play just about any style of music and not just a little bit, he’s awesome at whatever he is playing.

[@stinkybojangles4128]

So let me get this straight. One of the greatest guitarists of all time is holding some of the greatest guitars of all time which have once been previously held by some of the greatest guitarists of all time.

[@alabamahebrew]

pretty much sums it up, yup yup yup...

[@annetteportella1225]

You are correct

[@jeff008thepunk]

if you put too much thought it in you'll tear a hole in the space time continuum so be careful.

[@denmun9722]

what do you do when you don't really know how to play well and you're put on the spot? POWER CHORDS!

[@TelecasterLPGTop]

Am I watching the same video John Five isn't giving those guitars any favours his playing is lousy but worst of all it sounds like he's thrown the amp into a swimming pool. His tone is awful

[@dougbecker5735]

Dude is so, so insanely good. It's just effortless tohim, and he can play anything. He's amazing.

[@yaboyreege7158]

It really is incredible to watch him play. I wonder how many hours he’s spent just practicing and learning new things? His playing style is brilliant and flawless and he seems like such a nice guy. Definitely a very talented individual to say the least

[@kshepard52]

There’s something wrong there’s something wrong with this video with this video.

[@rolandkarlsson7072]

Those 7 guitars are on 7 different videos on KZbin KZbin. Someone probably combined them, and there was some overlap overlap.

[@voteZDLR]

@@rolandkarlsson7072 It's funny considering it's an official Hard Rock video though.

[@mrhoffame]

LOL!!!!!

[@tiagogomes4114]

no u

[@rtxf]

I was looking at this comment and the first reply and at this comment and the first reply and I didn't understand but watching the video I was like aaah.

[@MrBeenastar]

John 5 is a brilliant guitarist and a master of several different styles of play. In addition to that he's a nice humble person. It's great fun to hear him play each one of these legendary guitars and admire the history behind each one of them. My personal favorite was Paul Stanley's Ibanez Iceman and the Hendrix one and the Rolling Stones and...

[@ivanhuanca9082]

this is how most guitar or amps review should be recorded, warm room sound .. really lets you hear not only the speaker.

[@haunter2304]

god the editing is annoying every time he picks up another guitar it repeats

[@crosswalklarry]

haunter230 You beat me to it.

[@scarlettepunk2087]

haunter230 now you tell me I had just flung my fone against the wall...dug it back out of the Sheetrock and hey it’s still doing it....lol...jk

[@mj8105]

You have to wonder what the hell they're thinking

[@petercfraedrich]

its an editing device used for docu-shows that have commercials.

[@Ibaneddie76]

SOOOOOO THAT'S WHAT YOU PAY ATTENTION TO WITH THE MOST AMAZING GUITAR VIDEO EVER? DANG

[@lichkrieg4898]

I love how he doesn't play a standard "test riff". That's the sign of someone who plays as much by ear as by feel.

[@johnwoolley9276]

Yeah, he kind of plays to each instruments strength, utilising their tone to play good sounding music.

[@costamesa22]

Exactly

[@voltaspeeder17]

This is so incredible to watch. Thank you for uploading it!

[@fxexpert4541]

When its John 5 playing, there's no bad guitars

[@yadigjamesgang-xs7jj]

He could jam out on one of those mini hand crank guitars they made for kids.

[@makaylanicole2735]

@@yadigjamesgang-xs7jj there's a video of him playing on a child's Hello Kitty guitar..it's was amazing, as you would suspect.

[@digiman76]

Give him a piece of wood with some strings and it will sound cool

[@godzillasimpson8357]

Could probably make a Kent sound good.

[@omairsh8]

People that doubt this comment should watch his Hello Kitty guitar video

[@Unclesmokey314]

20:13 made my whole week... the simple ambling after letting the strings loose. I needed that after this week.

[@leviloken]

uncle smokey what song is that called

[@scooterhix123]

@@leviloken i would like to know too :^)

[@xualarenthlei3704]

Behind the nut love

[@JauntyWhale]

It made your hole weak?

[@ewan80]

@@JauntyWhale Man said week. Read.

[@michaeldumont6896]

I love seeing a great musician geeking out over historic gear like this. He has a great musical memory😉👍

[@kudtahoobet5199]

Glasses was eager to talk about the history and John 5 was eager to shred on those beautiful guitars. Now that's chemistry

[@julianpohlman2676]

When he played the intro to Mr Speed, that sounded like perfection. Obviously he was a fan of Kiss.

[@rjc7289]

Very impressed with that Vox tear drop guitar. It sounds like a Tele on steroids!

[@2NatoStandard]

Johns 3 and 4 were unavailable

[@graysinclair6572]

NickM They’re on a hiatus in Nepal.

[@fleshdetailingbycc]

You wish you could play as well as J5.. LMAO sounds like you're just pissed that someone broke a string on your hello Kitty guitar. LMAO

[@KCRedneck5150]

Hahaha

[@wea69420]

@@fleshdetailingbycc Fucking hell, it's a joke m8

[@Calamity_Jack]

Wonder if he'll call his son John 316?

[@Yaboydame96]

Paul Stanley’s guitar was my all time favorite such beautiful piece of art 🤘🏾

[@robertkidd2192]

Where does his hair end and his jacket start ?

[@NIIIIQQ]

What jacket

[@kevinagee4364]

LOL

[@DuggieDug111]

I can't ever get the image of him out of my head from my MM poster on my wall. During the Mechanical Animals days. Never would have imaged that he's actually the most normal and chill looking dude in the industry

[@petecatalano3843]

did the guy from groundhogs day edit this?

[@graysinclair6572]

Pete Catalano Funny!

[@jessiehermit9503]

Yes.

[@daveelson213]

It was bring ya child to work day... so little tobias did it

[@funguy4utube]

LoL ... edited /made to have breaks such as for commercials so a bit of a reminder ... I kinda like it myself

[@NeurocideVIbeKILLa]

There is no point in editing this video for commercial breaks when there are no damn commercials, but I'm sure Hard Rock doesn't mind making their audience feel stupid.

[@mikeycorales5363]

why doesn’t he get more credit and recognition for what he has accomplished and what an amazing guitarist!!! love this guy