Matteo Mancuso // Crossing the Ford

[@linnstr8609]

I've been playing and listening music all my life so technical ability in itself no longer impresses me the way it did when I was a kid. Anybody can become technically good with lots of practice and dedication. What amazes me are what players like Matteo and Guthrie Govan have. A rich vocabulary, the ability to construct memorable lines that flow naturally and tell a story, not repeating oneself and regurgitate the same phrases... It's the intangibles. It relates to your personality and brain chemistry. It's the things that you can't just practice over and over and eventually get good at.

[@piter127]

Absolutely!

[@andreashofmeyr9583]

Well stated

[@Hadri_ART]

True, but at the same time it s also a matter of training impro skills and study great guitarists to assimilate their lines in your hands and then play them inconsciously. Something many don t understand nowadays it s that you can and should train your impro skills. It s not like someone who only does technical exercises automatically is a good improviser out of talent

[@jodecaesteker]

THIS! Well said! And I would like to confirm that this is also not quite measurable: some musicians literally sing with their instrument while telling that story you were talking about. They touch the heart/soul. That's real musicianship. Which means it has not te be technical and/or fast. But Matteo is both and he still sings/tells stories. And that's what makes music absolutely great. (Like Lari Basilio, Joe Satriani, Andy Timmons and the like... Just to name a few guitarists.)

[@orionasgardzero7793]

..you can build your vocabulary listening to good music..if you listen to Rock/Metal only for all your life you can't create lines like that.. How can you write a good book when you read only Mickey Mouse We're the result of our experiences Matteo fenomenale come al solito ;) orgoglio nazionale!!

[@1984Musicforever]

This kid is the GOAT. It's not even in question. I just smile when I see him play. It's such a privilege to watch you play Matteo.

[@jhsu006]

I smile till I cry.

[@seanhennessey9869]

I dig this guy, for sure, but the Goat without question?...you forgot to write "for me"...

[@RoyZivMusic]

So good!!

[@nevertoofast2]

This is so far beyond good. The harmonic complexity, the perfect phrasing, and that vibrato coupled with those ridiculous chops …I’m speechless.

[@vincentl.9469]

He needs to take care of and insure those hands ..🙏

[@COTG666]

It's like rock, blues, jazz, with shred sprinkled all around. Just friggin' amazing.

[@poppya54]

Ora sta facendo anche gipsy jazz

[@theathlete771]

Well, if you don't know, it's called fusion.

[@jhrxzy]

@@theathlete771lol couldn't be more simplier

[@JTCGuitar]

Enjoy that? We decided to share this single-camera version because this is a first take, and we wanted to make that as clear as possible. This is Matteo Mancuso improvising with pure freedom, and it's part of the Matteo Mancuso Masterclass, available only at JTC Guitar. jtcguitar.com/mancuso "Crossing the Ford" is based on the classic JTC track, "Robben Ford" style and is written by Jan Cyrka, Phil Jewson and Matteo Mancuso.

[@agodam4352]

OMG Matteo is always sick! a talent with an immense vocabulary! I hope we're gonna see him more on JTC

[@ThinPicks]

Glad somebody mentioned Jan Cyrka, what's he doing these days?

[@JTCGuitar]

@@ThinPicks Jan writes music such as this :)

[@WalterBishop1987]

La cosa piu' allucinante è che dal vivo è come nei dischi...IMMANCABILMENTE IMPECCABILE!!! ORGOGLIO ITALIANO!!!

[@BobCorraro]

Verissimo, spero di vederlo presto live!

[@DannyMartinezMusic]

This young man has a killer technique! The impressive use of his right hand to pick arpeggios! Amazing!

[@petermorrison7454]

As a fairly competent finger style guitarist its important to point out that his right hand technique is very unique and reflects his classical guitar education...a very very blessed you man

[@scottfaudree7201]

It’s just so bright and beautiful. Very full of life. An excellent flow. Although I can’t play these techniques, I can’t stop listening.

[@danielclawson5113]

Matteo is a one of a kind player. Amazing blend of technique and taste. Excellent. Thank you Matteo!

[@Jonasbarbury]

I know ITS THE TASTEFULNESS. his note selection and phrasing is just next level.

[@gitarmats]

Absolutely bonkers. His improv skills are crazy good.

[@FourRulesRacing]

Every single note clean and clear. Not a single buzz or flub, perfect articulation.

[@vincentl.9469]

it's good that he plays so well without a pick

[@MrGuytariste]

It's always a pleasure to see you play with so much virtuosity, Matteo 👍

[@GrzegorzNowacki]

As always, great playing with virtuosity and interesting subtle harmonies 👏

[@robertobocca6192]

Fraseggi jazzistici e non da favola,veramente notevole!!! Non parliamo più della tecnica ma dell'espressività e dell'armonia che mi arriva anche con note velocissime,Incredibile!Bravo!!! Roberto Bocca

[@ThickPick628]

Even from the first note you know its going to go hard

[@yrmthr]

One of the very few 'shredders' that actually plays with feeling

[@atlesolheim9872]

Thanks!

[@stickman55100]

Astounding and mind-boggling to watch him play. Technically and melodically brilliant with amazing phrasing.

[@StefanosAndritsios]

❤The best!!

[@FrancescoFareri]

Amazing Matteo as always!

[@jasonbrandtcomposer]

That was amazing! Go Matteo!!

[@picksalot1]

Beautiful playing, tone, technique, phrasing, and musicality. Matteo is always a joy to watch and listen to. 👍

[@eugeniosalexander]

absolutely amazing............💕💕💕

[@lh7801]

Absolute monster from another planet!!!

[@jonbuckley]

This is one of those few times were I will just sit on the other side of the room and admire this from afar.

[@Hadri_ART]

Fr

[@unclewayne8004]

😮 ohh wow and he's just jamming it! Thank you for such inspirational playing Matteo you truly are a wonder!

[@giusepper1165]

Incredibile. Controllo assoluto dello strumento e gran feeling ! 🇮🇹

[@BradMiller007]

Matteo is just an insanely talented player. He’s like a modern Gambale.

[@mattyzito8316]

He reminds me much more of Guthrie Govan and Vinny Moore.

[@TSTBand]

What the world needs is a collaboration between Matteo Mancuso and Max Ostro, both of the best young virtuosism guitar players of today!

[@fastguitars4380]

Matteo, needs to hook up with Senri Kawaguchi on Drums and Mohini Dey on Bass.

[@antoniodamico1584]

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[@supermethod_x]

also me soon, maybe

[@Hadri_ART]

Is ostro still out there tho?

[@christian-van-e]

@@Hadri_ART yes, he's uploading some strange videos/shorts on his social. He's out of this world, too.

[@Hadri_ART]

Very Carlton/govan -ish. Love it💯

[@mirecekproject]

He is absolutely best!!

[@pucaccio]

Qualcosa al di fuori da questo pianeta... Grandissimo!

[@mayconguita]

The best I've heard since Govan

[@davidderoux7552]

Even better!

[@billybones6137]

The Guthrie influence is strong.!

[@louis_twig]

I was just thinking this, this ages Govan?

[@bdb-music1608]

Bravo Matteo!! Questo brano mi piace particolarmente per lo spazio che hai dedicato alle pause, ai silenzi, che nell'economia di un solo sono veramente molto importanti. Stai continuando a crescere, bravissimo!

[@maurocasanova9929]

Sono di base un estimatore di questo nostro fenomeno, sono un 50enne che suona da sempre e legato a chitarristi espressivi che mi fanno sognare quando suonano e, lungi da me dal passare da haters, ma non riesco a sentire Matteo se non a piccole dosi. E’ indubbiamente una cosa straordinariamente rara soprattutto in Italia ma, tu parli di pause e silenzi, io però non le sento. Stesso discorso potrei fare per Govan… Sarò vecchio e questo probabilmente mi frega perché cerco di soffermarmi su cose sotto la superficie. Fenomeno si…emozionale non so.

[@claudettejones8516]

Yes 🙌🏻 so awesome! Always exciting to see a video pop up ! 🎵❤️

[@giovannibattistachessa957]

miodio che genio di sensibilità e tecnica. Lo ascolto e sto bene per tre giorni

[@fredfloyd68]

Jamm on boy...Your one of the best...fabulous.!

[@deformy]

This solo is impossible to be played for any other guitarist. Matteo is a real legend, first take, perfect play, he can do impossible lines in a easy way, this means he's a god.

[@clemclemson9259]

pretty sure hes still a man

[@poppya54]

È un Dio per come suona ed anche perché è un ragazzo semplice normalissimo, senza look e atteggiamenti da fricchettone all'ultima moda

[@Jondsmusic]

Noone's a God but Jesus!

[@greatmusic382]

Agree Agree Agree 💯

[@poppya54]

@@Jondsmusic Ti dimentichi di Maometto e Buddah

[@marcelourbina454]

Matteo Mancuso, una leyenda

[@PDADRUM1]

es argento ?

[@FENDER1744]

Extraterrestre...veramente un Paganini contemporaneo..me ne vanto che sia Italianissimo..🎸🎸

[@jorgegf8367]

No words... awesome. BEAUTIFUL 👏

[@christian-van-e]

That screamy bend on 1:14 is simply magic 😀

[@JammingLikeBushido]

What the world really needs right now is a collab between Matteo Mancuso and Max Ostro-two of the most insane young guitar virtuosos out there 🎸🔥. The way they play, mixing crazy technique with subtle harmonies, is just next level. Seriously, your playing never fails to blow me away 👏.

[@philippeflament3410]

On pourrait ajouter l'indonésien Abim Finger, voir Damian Salazar l'Argentin😉

[@stefano.b65stef77]

può suonare qualsiasi genere e stile, sembra un concentrato di tutti i grandi del passato

[@nadtorus]

this tune sounds very like sunny

[@Hooman.M]

Super Talent Young Maestro

[@turbo8481]

Good grief! His technique and bends and pinch harmonics without a pic is crazy! And its all done perfectly.

[@Turba80]

Mind blowing and beautiful!

[@Michael-y8l1f]

Perfectly brilliant!

[@robertodellepiane9095]

Senza parole!!!

[@TomLotGuitar]

Always happy to hear new stuff from this dude

[@atlesolheim9872]

Thanks for the extreme good music you give the world to see🙏🙏🙏 and enjoy

[@Just-another-opinion]

So.. frikkin... smooth and clear... wow!

[@joaquimchaves16]

Wow phenomenal 👏👏👏👏

[@stevebourne3073]

Bellissimo Matteo what an astonishingly talented man

[@sandroboc48]

La cosa più incredibile è che ancora non si da' vetrina a questo portento della chitarra elettrica, un orgoglio italiano a tutto tondo. Un fenomeno

[@johnsheddertaithul]

He is like Messi

[@JTCGuitar]

🐐

[@fgnamaste]

Unique

[@XanderLeduK]

Really not. Probably a demon

[@abelwritesmusic]

Please don't compare any musician to a lame soccer player.

[@rohankshetrimayum1049]

​@@abelwritesmusicu called football soccer...that says all and confirms u r a noob

[@SayonaraSixString]

He's a game changer. On a completely different level from anybody out there.

[@beppebranchetti4286]

Bravo Matteo.

[@alexisgirard9390]

Outstanding

[@nzprojects]

Wow. Cant get much more fluid than that :D Amazing playing. 🎸🎶👌

[@amerallic]

Absolutey amazing!

[@derekdrummond9018]

Everytime I listen to this cat . He make me what to burn my guitar and take up knitting lol freaken outstanding damm!

[@guymandude7855]

One guitar & bass excellent..

[@garymcaleer6112]

The man never misses a downbeat!

[@eduardoardanuylourenco9427]

It’s scary man! Amazing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@emmanuelmanos1]

A great guitar player !!!

[@Jinjer13]

Technically and especially musically, it cannot be better in this genre......................................................................................................

[@rogue966]

Just, WOW!

[@pierregaron1553]

Awesome in all aspects , skills from another planet , congrats for your great talent - Very enjoyable playing every note of it .

[@jazzed2b]

Got to love that, "Take one..." and done! DAM, that is the way to do it!!!!!

[@alexpfernandes]

Not sure if this video is inspiring me to pick up the guitar or giving up altogether haha. Mateo is a monster, so much meaning on these phrases.

[@davidsummerville351]

Great phrasing, made those awesome lines really stand out.

[@bahadirturan3233]

unbelievable

[@tpeechhangte]

Wow wow wow love it❤️

[@chnepchen]

Just amazing...

[@christiansicat5998]

GOAT, mind blowing! Bravo!

[@gianfrancoluccio9798]

Semplicemente immenso

[@sclavojar70s80]

Awesome!

[@greatmusic382]

💧👀💧tears to my eyes, literally,... as if I have been waiting a lifetime to hear something so perfect and flawless and energizing as this... everything is here in this 3min jam. Matteo Mancuso, the humble Sicily born guitar virtuoso; mind blowing.

[@greatmusic382]

this LITERALLY brought TEARS💧💧👀💧💧 to my eyes... and for ALL the reasons you describe... 60 years, a "SATURN RETURN".... like a reincarnation of Django or Jimi or something Wow... skillful Observer in the Music Sky... Oh dear lord, Blues have mercy on me

[@MrAndrewCreech]

Yep. Matteo is road worn. You are at your peak when you do it every g'damned night. Amazing player!

[@kevguitarista]

Astonishing

[@AlbertDiezRuiz-zd2jg]

UN ANIMAL INALCANZABLE DE LAS 6 CUERDAS. EL MEJOR GUITARRISTA DEL MUNDO. SÉ DE LO QUE HABLO.

[@DevanBishop]

That’s insanely clean

[@xed530]

Who needs a whammy bar when you have out of this world talent like Matteo

[@Tynted]

What part needed a whammy bar...?

[@Chiusoxferie]

He can use a whammy bar, just listen silkroad to name one

[@DaLawn]

When Al di Meola give U props...🤗🥂🎶🎶

[@ericellquist7007]

That... Was magnificent. I never knew that humans could do that...

[@ferrerbaptistemusic]

really tasty, love this Robben Ford style song

[@AndreNieri]

Stellar playing!

[@hamacaboy]

Holy moly legend ❤

[@audiofriki]

Que maravilla, que matiz, como semimutea las notas.

[@luisamezcua6020]

El mejor guitarrista electrico del mundo no usa pua 😮😮😮

[@CAROTISAVE]

Mattè sei unico!

[@te_sanders]

yeah, he can move those fingers on the left hand... but so can a lot of other people (even lil ol me). What really blows my mind and makes me cry is what he's doing with the right hand! Whole E $hi7

[@nickh2458]

Such class.....

[@kevingervais]

Wow pure 🔥

[@Pickangel]

He is Legend