Ken Tamplin has come clean about THAT performance.

[@uwehornung]

I don't really give a crap whether Ken Tamplin sings live or not and how many backing tapes he uses, but I've got to say: Fil's analysis is evenhanded and technically well-rounded, he goes out of his way not be nasty or character-assassinate people and it all equates to responsible music journalism to me. Keep up the good work.

[@elizabethmiller7291]

Music journalism with integrity and honesty. I like it!

[@NikolaHoward]

Hear hear!!

[@radiumrickshaw9920]

Hear Hear!

[@RSVPini]

I believe Tamplin's ego regarding his vocal ability is too big to allow him to be honest about what he has done. He has sacrificed his integrity in order to convince his fans that he is not like other human beings and has no vocal flaws because his vocal chords are special and not subject to aging.

[@Durwood71]

​@@RSVPiniAnd worse, he lies when he tells prospective customers that he can teach them how to have perfect voices, too, and then shows one of his lip synced videos as proof. It's literally fraud.

[@KIMOCO01]

I was a casual Fil fan before all this. And now I'm a huge fan. This kind of fair analysis, delivered without rancor or nastiness, is so rare these days. Well done, Fil.

[@1msbucket]

Fil calmness and professionism shines! Poor Ken

[@jimkutney1928]

Ken's tongue sucks. His face sucks, too. His whole head sucks!

[@lostgrunt7833]

I started watching Fil after I ran across his channel & I've enjoyed hearing different singers & the way he breaks down what's going on. I don't know who this kind guy is, never heared of him before, don't like his attitude & really don't like his music.. live, mimed, lip sung, or prerecorded! Bit I will say it's been fun watching him try to stay above water when all Fil has done is point out a few things about Ken's performances that can't be denied. & doing it all casual like because he don't need dramatic drama while Ken is struggling with every thing he's got. It's been kind of funny. Just like when you catch the lier & they start pointing out everything that makes absolutely no sense about anything while hoping no one sees the truth! GREAT JOB FIL!

[@Demi-St0rm]

I find Fil, totally unbiased and fair. He is not judgemental, he provides proof and that is that.

[@judyturner3850]

Fil, you tried to get the truth out and maybe even concern for someone else and ended up having to use YOUR PROGRAM to explain the outcome is beyond sad...Just heard you say you're not in the USA and I wasn't aware of that.. ...All this to say that I completely believe YOU and I don't think you need to further your actions...Keep YOUR good attitude and know that YOU are believed..Wishing nothing but good things and peace coming your way! ROCK ❤

[@Martin-q3t1y]

I just think we should all appreciate how Fil has taken such an honest approach to this topic. He hasn't in any way tried to shame or pass judgement over Tamplin, he has simply shown us the data and why things don't add up. The hate he has received has been unwarranted and flat out unfair. Fil, if you read this, keep doing what you're doing. You're one of the good ones.

[@SwedeSpeeder]

That's ok, I will. He lied and did his level best to deny this and is only coming clean to cover what's left of his backside. He's a scoundrel, and should never be trusted.

[@captainKbobkeeshan]

@@SwedeSpeeder And to be clear, when you say "he", you mean Tamplin, I'm guessing. Tamplin is the lying dude here.

[@Martin-q3t1y]

@@SwedeSpeeder You're talking about Ken, right?

[@otallono]

How is it unfair? These videos only address some of the issues with Tamplin, not all of them.

[@otallono]

@@captainKbobkeeshan He's obviously talking about Ken. Who else is "coming clean" about something?

[@M0odyBlue]

You cannot deal rationally with an irrational person. We love you, Fil!

[@TracyN67]

Your integrity is untouchable. You’ve never said a bad word against anyone, just objective analysis and total honesty. You’re a rare bird these days and it’s a big reason why we love you. Keep on being you and doing what you you do. Kudos Fil!!

[@txtamaman]

Perfectly said❤

[@magneto7930]

Every utterance from Ken's mouth sounds like a man with a guilty conscience. Fil, keep doing what you're doing. In the name of honesty, we salute you!

[@KIMOCO01]

Totally. Ken's video response is so over-the-top--he's trying too hard. Every expression is over-exaggerated. It's comes off as inauthentic.

[@whaguitars]

Ken clearly has a lisp. Make of that what you will.

[@alisonfraser8231]

My guess is bipolar. What's with the wild faces and gesticulations?

[@mipmipmipmipmip-v5x]

​@@alisonfraser8231 as armchair youtube psychologist I'd say it's a narcissist who got called out.

[@HumbleTrader001]

@@KIMOCO01 He is the Tim Walz of singing! LOL

[@theresa2276]

Retired engineer here. I hold a professional engineering license in the U.S. and have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. In addition, I played several musical instruments growing up and have always been an avid listener of rock music. I detected pretty early on that there was something amiss in Ken Tamplin's videos, and it is refreshing to see the sound science presented here in this channel to set the record straight. Thank you.

[@SubRosaUSA]

I 100% agree. I have been doing studio and live sound for 30 years. His comment that he was singing along with his own vocal creating a doubling effect is an absolute lie. The latency was consistent all the way through - this is impossible for a human being. Some words or parts of words would be in sync and some would be out of sync. You cannot sing exactly 50ms consistently.

[@gregsandell]

@@SubRosaUSA Thanks for your info. It's people like you, Fil, and @theresa2276 that I trust. I actually like Ken's enthusiasm and him as a personality, but I think information about any topic is worth knowing so people can make decisions based on info.

[@zachary_attackery]

my dad works at Nintendo

[@MrPretzel6000]

@@zachary_attackery I’m the CEO of rockstar games

[@MrPretzel6000]

@@zachary_attackery I’m designing the cover, specifically I am drawing the helicopter in the top left corner

[@drmaybe7680]

I work as a scientist and the unflinching analysis of objective data is our lifeblood. I would simply here like to invite you to join our fraternity! You have more than earned it. Very well done!

[@janegardener1662]

Your honesty, integrity and musical talent are why your channel grows by leaps and bounds. Thank you for bringing the voice of reason to the recording industry.

[@Thinkforwardnow]

2nd that

[@LinkRocks]

I concur. Fil cares about music and it shows.

[@kenthonea5533]

And he has good hair

[@nahuel2201]

​@@kenthonea5533it kinda reminds me of Jason Becker and Eric Martín

[@rathert3]

You're one of a kind Fil. Critical thinking is at a shortage. Have you seen the female lawyer's video backing up your video on copyright theft by KZbin fakes. She just reinforces your integrity and knowledge! Thank you from the USA!

[@hamiltonburger4574]

You are a far, far more patient man than I. The TRUTH will always prevail. Keep up the great work Fil.

[@jej3451]

The truth doesn't always prevail. It takes good people defending it tirelessly. Sometimes they don't have the money, resources, clout, etc. and the truth doesn't end up prevailing.

[@mipmipmipmipmip-v5x]

​@@jej3451 yes, Ken is on this platform since ages, some videos have millions of views. He almost got away with his fakery, and has already scammed many!

[@justintime42000]

@@jej3451Sad but true. The truth almost always comes out. It’s unfortunately not always acceptable to people if/when it makes their identities or personal sense of emotional security feel threatened. One needs to be willing to be objective and let go of ego to let truth in.

[@otallono]

@@jej3451 yep, a view videos from only a couple people isn't going to cut it. There's another channel going hard on this and people wonder why go that hard. If only one guy is trying to make a difference, he kind of has no choice.

[@inTruthbyGrace]

@@jej3451 Jesus point blank declared "I am the TRUTH" and He explained that people do not come to the Truth bc they're wicked and the Truth is a the Light exposing their deeds as evil... but make no mistake, the Truth just is, standing right there for anyone who wants to be right. Anyone who wants Truth, who receives a love of the Truth will find the Truth... and the Truth will make you free.

[@PapaNicksMusic]

No matter how much Tamplin might argue that videos like yours are clickbait, your patience and objectivity disprove that accusation. I am always-ALWAYS-impressed by the way you consistently point out that you are not making subjective comments. You go out of your way to make abundantly clear that you aren’t saying Tamplin can’t sing or can’t play the guitar, just that, in these instances, he isn’t singing/playing live. This clarity is your greatest strength, Fil, and it is why I have so much respect for you.

[@Slinkygal]

Is this guy a comedian or what, because his performance at about 32:50 was hilarious😅

[@trevskatrevska7821]

I bet Ken has noticed his clicks going through the roof

[@otallono]

@@trevskatrevska7821 no, his viewership has gone way down recently, he used to be a lot more popular

[@trevskatrevska7821]

@@otallono really? where did you get that information from?

[@vizuz]

If Ken just said: Yeah I'm getting a bit older so I'm using a little help on a couple of parts with high notes. Then everyone would shrug and say: yeah no big deal, that's understandable. Now he's lying himself in all kinds of trouble for absolutely no reason

[@bjornlangoren3002]

I guess his problem is that he just couldn't say that without undermining his teaching. Which as far as I understood suggest that following his method let's you maintain your range as you age.

[@patrickjordan2233]

☝️☝️☝️ THIS. 100% "I'm getting older, those high notes are getting harder to hit".. Fair enough, it's reality... But NO.... double, triple, quadruple down on obvious BS.. rather than owning it...

[@ryanmattie974]

If he said that right away it would have been fine. Since he didn't, Fil actually uncovered that even in 1990 he was miming. I dunno, 30 years ago he needed help with the lead vocals? Something is still strange about it

[@HumbleTrader001]

@@patrickjordan2233 Yes, and as @ryanmattie974 pointed out, Ken even mimed as far back as 1990 (actually 1989). The problem is his selling point is access to incredibly high notes, and yet we find out that he uses backing LEAD vocal tracks for the high notes when performing live.

[@Mythraezia]

That's how narcissists are.

[@escueladeartesemocionales]

I've been a big Ken fan for a long time. Tried his courses for a couple of years. I would never find out about you or your analysis if it wasnt for the video of Ken saying "listen and think for yourself". So I watch your analysis and listen very carefully. All I have to say is: Thank you for opening my eyes. You got a new subscriber!

[@Cj-bw3hn]

Just curious. How did you do with taking his courses ? Did you improve ?

[@escueladeartesemocionales]

@@Cj-bw3hn I bought them when I just started to sing so I got some cool information but if he CAN'T prove it in the way he, himself, says HAS to be proven, makes me question the validity of all the info and the longevity it allegedly provides. It did make me work on my scales and my warmup, so for a while I did get better (I didn't yet practiced a lot back then) but after a while my tone started to decline just from the placement I was directing my voice towards and I was getting frustrated because I couldn't make it work. I don't think the course is trash, it has some value, specially for beginers (ex: he talks about voice recovery, voice recording and song composing besides the singing), but at the same time, a beginer wouldn't have the knowledge to know what is best and what is not. Or that was my case at least

[@kthor]

And like Fil said, this wasn't an attempt to gain viewers (but I'm sure he wouldn't mind!) or prove someone wrong, but that they're not being honest. Like he said, once you tell one lie, you just keep digging yourself farther into a hole.

[@robertgunter7230]

No no no

[@Demi-St0rm]

@@CentraalHubFil had no criticism at all about using backing tracks. None at all. His information was around Ken Lip-synching. Nothing wrong with that, you say? Of course not, IF you are honest about it. Ken wasn’t. It is simply that simple.

[@aliniedbalski]

I salute whoever added “mime” and “lip synchronizer” to the Occupation section of Ken’s wiki Here’s to you Fil! As someone who has taught Critical Reasoning courses at several universities, I feel your pain when it comes to trying to communicate logic to those who aren’t interested in critically evaluating personal data

[@dave30076]

I'm assuming Ken or one of his fanbois has deleted that, as I don't see it now on his wiki.

[@aliniedbalski]

@@dave30076dang, I should’ve got a screenshot 🤦

[@artrandy]

@@dave30076 Its there now............

[@iandowney4630]

As a critical thinker, you must be in immense pain these days. I think most people could use a class, or a refresher course, in logic. It’s a dying art 🙁

[@aliniedbalski]

@@iandowney4630I am more tired than my years would predict, lol They have made critics reasoning a required class in most universities now, but one wonders if it’s too little too late

[@barbaragreenblatt6470]

Phil. I’ve been watching your videos for some years now. I’m always impressed with your analysis and demeanor. Ken Tamplin popped up in my feed during Covid lockdown. He’s a defensive and a hard-to-watch narcissist. He’s dug a hole for himself and should stay there.

[@garyneubauer1937]

Ken is backtracking as fast as his backing track will go!

[@silvaanosvs8783]

Inspired, sir!

[@LegendLength]

he's preparing the "backing tracking" equivocation like a volleyball set (you can't set to yourself though ken)

[@debbier938]

LOL

[@jsolomon566]

😂😂💯💯

[@mipmipmipmipmip-v5x]

​@@trisin he lipsynced in the 80s. I don't have 4 decades of lipsyncing experience, I know, and sorry if that disappoints you.

[@PascalRemans]

I'm a singer/musician myself for over 40 years now... Everything you say in this video is nothing but the truth! I've been following Ken for quite a while, and I've noticed him ' faking' his stuff more than once! Not saying he can't sing or play guitar, but he's just not honest about a lot of things! Lots of respect for you, man!!!

[@whaguitars]

I think Ken gives Christians and bad name.

[@oldermusiclover]

@@whaguitars I'm one and yes he did

[@68404]

@@whaguitars Release the lions.

[@johnlemon874]

The funny thing is I actually noticed Ken miming the guitar years ago but didn't think much of it because I could relate to not being able to record properly in front of a camera. But denying it is another thing.

[@rickdack1197]

@@PascalRemans Have you seen Tamplin/SHOUT in concert?

[@aussieoutlawalt8411]

Kens nose was growing when he said he was asked to be the Singer of Foreigner ,journey, Motley Crue etc . Ken is like that little Kid in the playground telling stories that never happened.

[@WilberforceWooster-uo2bl]

@@aussieoutlawalt8411 - his highschool girlfriend just went to a different school.

[@mkgearhead5151]

@@WilberforceWooster-uo2bl In Canada...

[@nicholashylton6857]

I heard he caught a fish *_THIIIISSS_* big!

[@DanielC__]

Agreed! He’s just a meathead.

[@aussieoutlawalt8411]

@@nicholashylton6857 you get it

[@christopherhinton9493]

I didn’t intend watching the whole video but I found myself enjoying it so I did. So glad to have seen the last bits analysing the guitar playing - made me smile. Thanks Fil.

[@infinitejest.4994]

I’m with you Fil. You have tremendous integrity.

[@bradwilliams7145]

FIL, this dude isn't worth your time anymore. We know your work and we have your word. That's good enough for us. ✌🏽🎶🎸

[@EXXXcellent480]

Good on you for keeping it objective and classy mate. This whole thing has revealed so much about him that was bubbling under the surface with his behaviour

[@BethMannPresents]

What I like about you, Fil, is that you’re clearly a genuinely nice guy, yet you’re also firm, direct and highly assertive. It’s refreshing to see someone who can be a 'nice guy' and a take-no-prisoners, don’t-mess-with-me dude. A beautiful paradox.

[@davidowen3543]

Fil, objective honesty seems to be a rare thing these days. You’re doing great work, thank you.

[@StephenSharish]

Ken Tamplin is a used car salesman. There are genuine artists and there are posers like Ken.

[@catpocalypsenow8090]

That's an insult to used car salesmen.

[@deandee8082]

really, do tell . . ???

[@michaeltaylor8835]

Used car salesman says it all

[@ymelfilm]

He is full of hollywood crap in his behave but he is a good teacher and singer basically. I think. So just take the useful parts from that used car. It s a donor

[@eXCess9]

Well, one of his main go-to phrases is that he's a cousin of the Réd Rocker... tells it all.

[@WEdHarris]

Your analysis videos are second to none Fil! Very professional, straightforward, unbiased, honest, and educational! Thank You so much for what you do and the integrity you exemplify! Much Respect! 🫡

[@LesleyAnne261]

Well played, Fil. And no, your video didn't feel like it went on forever but was so packed with facts and sense (and good humour) that it was over before I knew it. It was clear and heart felt and you can walk away with your head held high.

[@GaryLee-wz7qk]

That Ken Tamplin dude is really irritating! "You catch the most flak when you're over the target." Keep doing what you're doing, Fil. We got your back.

[@drenee65]

This is why you SHOULDN'T mess with Fil and question his integrity! He actually burned (actually scortched) and educated the same time. Genius 🎸🎸🎸🎶🎵💜

[@mannyfran8024]

Ken is 2nd guessing his criticism of Fil 😂😂

[@ikmor]

You shouldn't lie and deceive and mess with the truth regardless!

[@MaheshMusicIndia]

Despite Ken being an absolute douche to you through his video response and the link sharing, you've chosen to express your reply in such an objective & gentle man-ly way. Huge respect to you man. Ken can learn a thing or two from this. It really is wishful thinking though. Thanks for this video Fil!

[@chuckm4540]

We have an old saying in the public relations profession, "The coverup is worse than the crime." Bottom line, if you get caught doing something, confess immediately, apologize, enact measures to ensure you don't make the same mistake and move on.

[@CosmicPhilosopher]

That seems to be a really hard lesson to learn for a lot of people.

[@chuckm4540]

@@CosmicPhilosopher It really is.

[@ShindigTrader47Sundeck]

Totally agree and KT just seems to keep on digging seemingly trying to bully his way out of his own mess.

[@theodosios2615]

Except that saying sorry after you've been caught means exactly that.... "I'm sorry I got caught."

[@stuartmenziesfarrant]

Clearly your 'profession' falls down on the job when it comes to politicians!

[@kellyaustin3117]

I found this awesome, I'm not a guitarist but everything you spoke about and demonstrated with the slides, bent notes and vibrato, I could see clearly. Thank you for opening my eyse and I commend you on how you approached the subject, without character assination. You demonstrate enormous emotional intelligence and I really appreciate you educating us in the truth. Blessings

[@jenm9099]

You are a smart and talented guy, Fil. Thanks for keeping it classy, it doesn't go unnoticed.

[@nettie607]

Thank you, Fil, for doing all this. I sing operatic music and teach voice and piano. I used to play the guitar, but arthritis has taken that away from me. I have sung professionally for over 50 years, and have played piano for 60 years, and guitar for only about 55. I could see, right off the bat, that Ken wasn't playing his guitar. I didn't realize how off he was until you showed us, but I still knew. As for his singing - well, all I will say is that I feel sorry for his students. When he sang that note, at the start, his tongue position was all wrong. It did improve, but watching him made my throat hurt. Your integrity is rock solid.

[@bccabernet]

Oh lucky you to have done opera. I absolutely love opera music and wish I could sing. Opera is such beautiful music.

[@Resgerr]

​@@bccabernet8 years training

[@cheekychappy1234]

@@bccabernet Find a local singing teacher and you can do it! - I revisited singing during Covid after a looooong time off and are retraining my Baritone voice to be a counter-tenor. ( Male Alto) There are so many choirs out there with people to sing with!

[@bccabernet]

​@@cheekychappy1234, thank you. I am 56 yo, so it's too late for me. However, I'm happy to enjoy other people's hard work. 😊

[@yellingintothewind]

@@bccabernet That is roughly when my mother started, and she is now competent. You likely won't make a second career of it starting that late, but enough competence to not embarass yourself is within reach if you put in the work.

[@SoupKitchen91]

Ken accusing others of deleting comments is absolutely wild. He’s gone through and deleted every single negative comment he’s gotten. I left comments that were in no way rude/insulting, and they were removed almost immediately.

[@nearvanaman]

"Every accusation is a confession."

[@jasonjansen9831]

I made a comment saying I respected Ken and his work and merely wanted to know why his videos were deleted. He deleted my comment.

[@spookym123]

I noticed that on a few videos of his I checked out. I thought it was pretty strange that during this time of being under such great scrutiny, every comment was glowing praise for Ken's talent. It's just so blatantly deceitful!

[@fndesign1477]

That is called PROJECTION, same as he accuses others of DOING IT FOR THE MONEY, same as he does to sell his courses

[@fndesign1477]

@@nearvanaman "I confess"

[@eljison]

Fil, you are a treasure to the online musical analysis content. I am not a content creator, but I am a trained scientist and an educator. Integrity is everything. I feel your frustration when people make unfounded claims that cannot be justified with actual data, then commit logical fallacies and attack you personally (ad hominem fallacy), rather than being honest. Sometimes they outright lie, other times they simply refuse to take responsibility for their actions and/or words. His fallacious arguments also include argument from authority, argument from popularity, false cause, and a few others. Then he tells people to think critically, which is good advice that he should take himself. Thinking critically includes applying sound logic.

[@RosaKay55]

Goodness, Fil! I can imagine that you are more than ready to move on. Thanks so much for your dedication in doing the thorough research for this. And now, time to take a little break!

[@erikhorton6433]

Wow, what a boss. You, sir, are a legend.

[@HermesNinja]

The tactic Ken is using is called obfuscation (word of the day - use it on your friends! 😄). For example, Ken holding a note is wholly irrelevant to whether or not he has been lip syncing. Pointing out that some name-brand bands have used backing tracks is also wholly irrelevant to whether or not Ken has been lip syncing. And so on and so on. Keep shining your light, Fil!

[@Pamsmith59]

Imagine learning that one's nation's president is unfit for office due to dementia, and imagine how all those around him tried to keep it from you. Obfuscation.

[@tneff3845]

Thank you, I for the life of me could not think of that world when I commented.

[@worldline7147]

Indeed, these conniving narcissists are the dregs of - and a curse upon - humanity.

[@judyturner3850]

😊😊😊

[@derekm3180]

That dude always gave me the ick. On the other hand, Fil has always been one of the most down-to-earth, reasoned, objective music KZbinrs you could ever hope to find. Thank you for your perspective and expertise, and especially your no-frills vibe. Much needed :)

[@lewisweakland]

Fil, I love your calm demeanor and straight forward honesty. You are a true gentleman and much appreciated!

[@guitarkickstarter]

"Ken has just played a note that he doesn't have on his fretboard" haha...........pretty much sums it up.

[@paulsto6516]

Bet his amp goes to 11

[@GustavoLovato]

I guess he could have bent up to that note, but it doesn’t appear to be the case.

[@carr0760]

​@@GustavoLovato No, he couldn't have. The interval is simply too large.

[@GustavoLovato]

@@carr0760 that’s probably true. But then that opens up another mystery. If he recorded the solo on a 24 fret guitar (and he appears to be good enough to record the solo comping multiple takes before hand), why not mime the guitar playing using a 24 fret guitar?

[@DaviSiqueiraSilva]

​​@@GustavoLovato Because Ken probably had recorded that solo a long time before and he didn't remember he'd used a 24 fret guitar. Or he just doesn't care and knows that his target audience doesn't care either (or doesn't have the wits to notice this kind of thing).

[@chilo8187]

The best teachers are the ones who admit they can be wrong, admit they don’t know everything, and acknowledge that there is always more to learn.

[@Linda90503]

I’ve been a fan of Fil and Ken’s videos for some time and I felt both gentlemen delivered good content and were very knowledgeable in their craft. Fil has a history of being objective when he analyzes the videos he is asked to review. I have never heard Fil make a disparaging comment about any singer. Without Ken’s response video the issue whether he lip synced parts of the performance or not would not have been brought to my attention! Fil, I learn so much from your videos!! Thank you!!

[@Broughton_Main]

I have nothing but the greatest respect for your method of analysis and commentary. I like how you explain something in a factual way, give examples and keep the conversation about the topic on an intellectual level.

[@ginnyvogel7754]

The verdict is in! People like and respect you and your channel. The numbers don't lie.

[@elvisbullets7382]

"That's really me singing" no kidding but its "MEMOREX" Fil, you're a man of integrity and you've now stirred up some sh!t, unwittingly so rock on!

[@themadmattster9647]

I miss people calling things “memorex”, cool call back

[@Alyosha_518]

Ken definitely understand what's going on He's just too narcissistic to expect the reality so he's gaslighting everyone

[@ymelfilm]

yes, good term. narcistic. I see him gayish-narcistic though

[@justintime42000]

Yes. That’s what all narcissists do.

[@David-by8ev]

Yea, probably an ego problem in the first place. But now far beyond it (for business and legal matters).

[@GhostGuitars]

Totally. "Nightwish use backing tracks......" Yeah for the ORCHESTRA. Wont be for the lead vox!

[@funfun_2001]

Exactly, such blatant narcissism and gaslighting, yikes!

[@jeandonaldson2290]

You have a combination of honesty, technical knowledge, an ability to explain things, and the courage to tell it like it is that so, so many of us appreciate. Mr. Tamplin’s use of straw man arguments is really transparent. We are all behind you, Fil.

[@saarimtashfeen6417]

Ken Tamplin - The proof is in the ego

[@firecracker8071]

Good one😂

[@DavidDiMuzio]

Ain’t that the truth

[@paulapplewhite6135]

The man's got ego all over his face 😂

[@truckmonkey68]

@@paulapplewhite6135the way he has that look after he hits a note properly… he turns and has that “mmm hmm yeah look at me, I rock” look on his face like he just proved something to the world.

[@garymaidman625]

​@@paulapplewhite6135he's also got entitlement written all over his face.

[@alexisjordan3303]

Hi Fil, I think you are fast becoming a reference in the music listening base. I am French, your work is being quoted in the French speaking community as well. Thank you for what you do and for always being objective and even-handed in your approach.

[@Peaceful_Rayne]

Fil is the hero we deserve and got!

[@thecurbsidechoir8783]

Fil, that guy Ken must hate you. your channel is great. the second you moved into his guitar playing, I knew he was toast.

[@MrJdsenior]

Yeah, but you didn't think he was going to find a note that doesn't even exist on his guitar, though. That was HILARIOUS. Not only is Ken dishonest, he sucks at it.

[@fndesign1477]

TRUTH HURTS

[@1msbucket]

Frosting on the cake.

[@JeffMcNeal]

Dear Ken -"The gentleman doth protest too much, methinks"? OMG, he's gonna go ballistic over your new guitar analysis. Well done, sir! LOL

[@albertschepis]

Yeah, he'll have an aneurism. Love Fil.

[@plantifulvegan4198]

Mr McNeal, you are an incredible singer! Such talent.

[@JeffMcNeal]

@@plantifulvegan4198 I'm humbled by your kind words. Honestly though, I am not. A decent mimic, maybe. Still, I thank you. I'm glad you found something I've done that impressed you enough to say that. Made my day. Cheers.

[@christinefisher5716]

I am no musician or vocalist, but I love music and learn so much from watching your videos. Your honest and instructive approach is valuable to me. Thanks for making a difference in my understanding.

[@allenbrooksoffical]

Fil, you are such a professional! I have always respected you and your work but after these videos on Ken, I am totally blown away. You're a good man! Much love!!!

[@Berliozioz]

As the saying goes, if you speak the truth, you only have one story to remember.

[@lippi2171]

I never heard this but it's a very wise saying tbh

[@MissJensk1]

My Mum used to say something very similar!

[@vernonharden]

@@lippi2171, there's also one that goes along the line of "tell one lie, and you need to tell more more to cover the first lie".

[@stuartmenziesfarrant]

Tell the Labour party in the UK!

[@vernonharden]

@@stuartmenziesfarrant, tell that to every political party everywhere in the world.

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

Fil…. Your channel is the BEST.🙏🏻

[@barrierjohn6528]

This video is a stark lesson and reminder that in all the things one does in life, wether it’s music or another area, just be honest and truthful and things will turn out okay, usually. To do otherwise is to sink in a quagmire of lies a person can never extract themselves from. Great lesson in life Fil.

[@Dynamofoe]

Amazing analysis as always! Thanks for putting the effort in 😊👍🏼

[@glamgal7106]

Fil, I've always known that you take an objective and honest approach in your analysis videos. To me, it doesn't sound like Ken Tamplin has "come clean" about his miming. It sounded more like he was rationalizing and being retaliative; the latter of which I now understand why you needed to make this video. It's too bad that he disrespected your integrity; apparently he has none. You brought the voice of reason and respect as well as the objective proof in this video. As for why he deleted videos that could have benefitted him, I remember this phrase: "There's no making sense of the senseless." I'm not into drama either so I'm glad you decided to move on to other analysis videos. Thanks for all you do, and for being YOU, Fil!

[@richardwilliamshare]

Fil bought a voice of reason and Ken bought a voice that he prerecorded in 1989.

[@ItsNotaTuhmah]

His admission is a lie. The recorded track was set roughly at the same volume as the moments he is singing, so they knew beforehand and rehearsed it that way; Ken would be silent in some moments, where lead vocals would do the job and Ken would sing when the lead vocals WOULDN'T be there. If all backing tracks (including some lead vocals in) were intended to be backing the band up , then we would notice the difference between the moments Ken's actually adding his voice to the backing tracks and when he ISN'T, which we DON'T. Also, it's something nearly impossible for the audience to notice, no matter if they are too close to the stage or not, because vocals don't come out of a particular amplifier like guitar or bass do so you can check it out by getting closer to that particular source, but they come out from the PA system, whose output is the same as the prerecorded tracks. As the band did its homework and did soundcheck, they had leveled out those vocals there. That's the proof that Ken actually did lipsync. If not, 2 things would happen: - People (live and from video footage) would hear both vocals going on (which we don't) - If, as Ken himself posted, he can't reach some notes and let the "backing track" do the job just in very few moments, then a difference on volume would be noticeable. which doesn't happen. We can see on the videos that he closes his mouth and vocals still can be heard with the same output level. Ken is still lying.

[@highnotesarecool]

Yup. There was no admission here. Just doubling down on lying and treating everyone as if they were stupid. Awful.

[@radiumrickshaw9920]

​@M2Singing Hear Hear!

[@Fedorevsky]

Yeah no admission, just trying to move the goalposts

[@bardsamok9221]

He's a professional liar.

[@Worthrhetime]

Thx Phil. You are the real deal, such a talent and likable person. Appreciate you.

[@bonnielee8935]

This topic deserved the longer video, so I have no problems learning what you are demonstrating and discussing in the longer format. Thank you for taking the time to do this. I wish I could have had a teacher like you, someone who is actually enthusiastic about music!

[@BrendaMorgan-ne7fu]

He should have owned up and got on with things. There's respect for honesty. BUT, he just made it so much worse..

[@thebrilliantmrpedro]

Yeah! He's the wearing the emperor's new clothes...

[@Martin-q3t1y]

He's a narcissist - He is never going to admit he was wrong or that he lied.

[@GinoGenero]

This is the Streisand effect

[@on_my_own_two_feet]

@@Martin-q3t1y I think you're spot on

[@oh515]

@@GinoGenero And it has two faces. Now I get a lot of videos from KT’s channel in my YT feed as well.

[@jeandonaldson2290]

“Ken has just played a note that he doesn’t have on his fretboard.” Very much looking forward to the Christian miracle to explain this.

[@pjesf]

Your comment is truly enjoyable 😂👍🏻

[@macgyveriii2818]

Not that I believe Ken in the slightest, but as a non-guitar player, is it possible his strings are tuned up to be higher?

[@andybricks576]

Good one, Ken's a Judas & he's committed career suicide for sure!

[@thefonzkiss]

@@macgyveriii2818 no, because then the other notes would also be altered and they’re not. They would ALL be higher, not just that one high pitched screaming note in the solo. The relative positions of all the other notes would change.

[@zHctiwT]

@@thefonzkiss fancy seeing you here haha. always ontop of the lip syncing shenanigans!

[@KeithCooper-Albuquerque]

I totally agree with your analysis and your approach on this. Keep up the good work! Rock!

[@PatrickSmeaton]

The guitar section of this video is EPIC! Great Job, Fil!

[@HoosierDaddy_]

Oh what a tangled web we weave.....

[@mariamason1919]

... and I would add, (and will have to change "the lady" to "he") He doth protest too much, methinks" (Ie: Ken)

[@Robbie1075]

ESPECIALLY when we practice to deceive.

[@meganwalker27]

Fil, love your content 🤍 I can't believe Seal was in the comments recently, he is amazing, I'd be starstruck!!! 😮 This video was so unintentionally savage AF it made me chuckle a bit 😅

[@buzzkemper]

I am a studio engineer with decades of experience, and it looks to me like you are on solid ground here; using scientific methodology and using it properly. I was struck by Mr. Tamplin saying, "That is me singing". That comment is a sidestep which does not at all disprove your point: if he patched in some of his previously recorded studio vocal tracks to cover errors or flaws in his live performance, well yes, he can honestly say "that is me singing". The problem of course being that it does not address whether it is him singing live at the time of the performance. The guitar playing examples were quite telling as well. I think your research is solid. Thank you for the videos.

[@triciadovidiocosmetologist5613]

I love this! < "He literally played a note that doesn't exist. ""

[@elizabethmiller7291]

The note 'doesn't exist on the guitar he is playing', to be more precise.

[@triciadovidiocosmetologist5613]

@@elizabethmiller7291 it was hilarious

[@Wyl7]

@@elizabethmiller7291 correct, that Squire only has 19 frets, so the highest note is only a B. I didn’t do a pitch check, but to my ears it sounded like he played a high E, which would be the 24th fret… on a 19 fret guitar. And as Fil noted, Ken didn’t compensate with the extreme bending required to raise that B that much higher.

[@stuartmenziesfarrant]

Actually it is possible to play that note on a 21 fret instrument, by playing on the bridge pickup. Done it many times!

[@mannyfran8024]

​@stuartmenziesfarrant yup. Which ken didn't do in the video

[@Milehighshred]

He just played a note he doesn't have on his fretboard... hahahaha! WOW. This has been a crazy ride. Appreciate what you do!

[@goopah]

The Lord gave him extra notes because He was so impressed with Ken.

[@BrendaLeavitt-to9mr]

You are amazing. Give your honest assessment, paying no mind to insults or raised eyebrows. Your integrity will always show through. You are admired, respected and loved.❤

[@BeatrizFleurHades]

You are honestly so adorable and wholesome. I love your energy and authenticity.

[@GlennM2413]

My son, a good musician and singer, several years ago started watching Ken's videos to work on his vocals. Definitely not saying he did not learn anything, but he soon saw some things himself that made him question some parts of what he was watching. At first he did not make a big deal that some of the playing and singing were recorded. His attitude was whatever, but he did feel, after someone made some comments, that something was not right. He started feeling uncomfortable from the honest side of things, and decided to move on. Honesty means a lot to him. Still, he had no proof, so he left it alone. Still, when I saw the first video related to this and sent it to him, he was very upset and said some not nice things. This had apparently been seething in him for a while. He was straight angry, saying, "I knew it! I'm glad there finally is some real proof!" I have watched Fil's videos for a good while, and within the last year have subscribed. It's one of the few things I watch pretty regularly. Truth and honesty are hard to find!

[@mitsanut5869]

Both guys channel for some unknown reason pop up on my screen and so I've watched them out of curiosity here and there While I really don't care about either one, this Full guy comes across as a genuine kid, while the "proof is in the singing" always came across as huffin'&puffin' sort of guy, not genuine, irritating, full of himself narcissist. I compared them instinctively with my Russian piano teacher who was a virtuoso, yet so humble, and the sweetest person you would ever meet in your life. Fil - genuine kid who just wants to have fun Ken - phony, stuck up , self- promoting bullshit artist,

[@emmanuelwolfmusic410]

He's played a note he doesn't even have , brilliant. I noticed that too, amazing, it's just amazing.

[@silvaanosvs8783]

Well, he's also singing notes he doesn't have. Maybe it's his thing?

[@emmanuelwolfmusic410]

@@silvaanosvs8783 maybe 😂

[@johnbriggs3916]

But why does he do that? He says he's proving that he can play the guitar -- isn't he proving the opposite?

[@emmanuelwolfmusic410]

@@johnbriggs3916 exactly, it makes no sense, it's like he's got such an ego and fear of losing anything that , ironically, he can't see how bad this looks to other musicians, i don't think he will ever see sense.

[@Durwood71]

​@@emmanuelwolfmusic410He doesn't care about other musicians, he's only trying to fool paying customers who don't know any better.

[@comshawqueen2534]

Ken harmed his own reputation

[@SongWhisperer]

Great video, you offer a great insight on the different ways a musician/performer can manipulate their audiences into believing something that just isn’t true. The KT debacle is a classic case of “live by the sword, die by the sword”, technology not only hides his flaws but exposes them as well.

[@dr.phibes7359]

'And the truth shall set you free'..

[@ricomajestic]

In a Jim Carrey voice!

[@vls3771]

The truth shall set you free ... But first it will make you sad ....

[@darrinj7908]

This whole thing is crazy. I've met Ken several times and heard him sing and it's not that he can't sing or play guitar. It's that on many videos he does lipsynch and mime playing guitar. So many artist habe done this. Saying that has not happened and everything is live is wrong. I really love Ken's music. FIL I do believe there was zero malice in your videos on this whole thing. Your videos are amazing and on point and honest. I'm an even bigger fan of yours now FIL! Thank you for your honesty and showing the reviews of certain videos. Keep doing what your doing! You are full of integrity and honesty. Rock on Fil!

[@68cristian]

LOL.. I LOVED it when you identified he's mimicking playing a note he doesn't actually have on the guitar he is playing...CLASSIC ! If you're going to lie, Ken, use the correct instrument matey.

[@stephss]

My limerence, is morphing into a full on crush at this point. Skilled, and thoughtful analysis, mixed in with UK sass, and eye candy. I may have to subscribe, and hang out for awhile. This was super fun. ty.

[@stephss]

Side note..as I am one of THOSE PEOPLE who has poor impulse control, and I comment when the videos play.... You and Will Ramos from Lorna Shore... if you haven't already. I think you two would vibe, most excellently. 🤘

[@broekhornracing]

Ken with his right hand in the cookie jar: 'look at my left hand, it's not in the cookie jar'.

[@nomoresaul]

pfft lol or, “experts have looked at me and counted nearly half a dozen of my fingers that are nowhere near the cookie jar”

[@AlanTov]

Thanks for doing what you do Fil. It's valuable.

[@jimfritz2087]

He's a genuine , imitation legend in his own mind .

[@Katerina9256]

@@jimfritz2087 I was thinking the same 😁

[@mipmipmipmipmip-v5x]

Ken is the real deal, within Ken's perception of 'real'.

[@Jade-902]

Perfect example of a narcissist

[@kinoshitajoey3341]

Been viewing for a while but these last couple of videos made you my second ever channel subscribe. My Favorite part. 'even slightly out of sequence vibrato, and bends' To funny. Luv listening to the logic and inside info you give us. Thank you.

[@Wizardofgosz]

His face-pulling and over-acting during the solo are comical.

[@johnnyice256]

He's was a professional mimer until Fil came along.

[@Durwood71]

​@@joannej4863He has the odor of a west coast liberal.

[@DunmoresMovieMania]

Watching young videos of him, he's never been a good mover, and he's never had swagger. He's always been one of those guys that looks like he's spent too much time posing in front of his bedroom mirror, and not done enough gigs or been filmed enough to realize how dorky it all looks. He feels that just "moving around fast and non-stop" is cool - but they're not cool moves, they're dorky, and no one has told him to his face.

[@murlyn2]

@@DunmoresMovieManiayou have a valid point. I will give him this, he’s a really good singer, but someone else in his family got all of the “cool” or “swagger”. He’s definitely cringey to watch.

[@rdetwiler5589]

Spinal Tap movements!

[@matthewearl9824]

Regardless of whatever he says as an excuse it still shows his narcissism. He does not have a humble bone in his body. He runs off of pure pride. pride.

[@mipmipmipmipmip-v5x]

As a Christian, he surely knows that's a cardinal sin. Well unless he's miming being a Christian as well.

[@umarae27]

​@mipmipmipmipmip-v5x maybe another "Christian" can help him to surrender his sins to God.

[@LeChantDuPossible-wv8zc]

Man, I don't know you that much, but having watched a couple of your videos I admire your integrity, your pertinence, your intelligence and wisdom. I love the clarity by which you go and that you just stay on the line of truth and authenticity. Good job, brother, and thank you for doing what you do ! It's important, and much appreciated (by me at least, haha) !

[@vernonharden]

That's why his subscriber base is growing.

[@loraleelogan1554]

Fil, I truly appreciate what you're doing analytically. Please keep on going.

[@Nessa4321]

Ken is beneath your level. His excuses are a blatant & unsuccessful attempt to cover up his guilt. Personally his 'talent does nothing for me. He comes across as abnoxious, completely in contrast to you. Thank you for your refreshing honesty. You are a pleasure.

[@thepeanutgallery2486]

The effort you go through to explain (and demonstrate) things in a straightforward way is greatly appreciated. I already learn a lot from your videos, but they also have served as a springboard for me to go off and research and learn lots of things on my own. Thank you!

[@kmjr2400]

Originally, Years ago, I was not a fan of yours I actually made a snide comment about a music video you made , I apologize. Now your channel is my favorite. Love your videos and integrity and honesty. Keep it up ! ROCK ON SIR !!! I'll keep watching!!

[@pjesf]

I have so much respect for people who can admit when they were wrong 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@kmjr2400]

@@pjesf I admit it 100 percent. Fil's channel and content is great !!!

[@pjesf]

@@kmjr2400 And I agree 100%! I’ve been following the channel for years 👍🏻

[@kmjr2400]

@@pjesf 🤘🔥YES !!!

[@angelaboncore3132]

Thank you for owning up to it - We all make mistakes but it also takes courage and respect to admit being wrong. And it can be humbling as well. We've all been there.

[@melharth667]

I always wondered why Ken Tamplin was not singing for some aging supergroup with his RIDICULOUS effortless chops. Now I know why. Like all of us aging rockers, he can't just blow at full throttle for three hours a day like a 20 year old. Thank you for exposing him and making me realize I am not a failure because I can't do that anymore.

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

If you watch his old videos with SHOUT, he was never able to blow for three hours or even two and sound good. His claim to fame was he's related to Sammy Hagar, but I'm not sure I'd even hang my hat on that too. Watch recent concerts with Journey front man Arnel Pineda in Brazil and even he's starting to lose it and is NOT sounding good anymore. He's 57.

[@kellyaustin3117]

This is what a quick google search revealed. I find it hard to believe. Who has Ken Tamplin worked with? Ken Tamplin has fronted highly-acclaimed groups, such as Shout and Magdallan. And he has received invitations to sing for many popular groups: Motley Crue, Foreigner, INXS, Doobie Brothers, ELO, Black Sabbath, Accept, Peter Frampton, and even Journey.

[@numerousattention103]

​@kellyaustin3117 yet these guys in the band don't know who Ken is.

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

@@kellyaustin3117 and you believe this?

[@JohnFraserFindlay]

Paul Rodgers can

[@EricMoore-m6u]

I'm a singer/songwriter/ multi-instrumentalist like you , and I've lived the life of record deals and tours for several years , and I find your videos very sincere, honest, and down to earth . You keep your ego in check and let your talent speak for you. I have a huge amount of respect for you not only as a vocalist and musican, but also as an all-around great guy . I would love to work with you sometime. Keep doing your thing and I wish you all the best in life ! 🤘😎

[@tammydoolittle6054]

Thank you, Fil, for this analysis video. I know that you are an honest man and that all of your videos are honest and objective. If I thought you were a dishonest man, I wouldn't be here supporting you! I don't think your audience would be as big as it is! Thank you again for all you do for us and your channel! Keep up the good work, and don't let anyone get to you like Ken Tamplin. Keep on rockin'!

[@NinjaKittyBonks]

☝that's our Fil 🤗 🐈bonk

[@claudianash9811]

@@tammydoolittle6054 And he’s just the cutest ever, to boot!

[@tammydoolittle6054]

​@claudianash9811, how can I miss saying how absolutely gorgeous he is? My bad! Lol! 😅😅😅😅😅

[@NinjaKittyBonks]

@@tammydoolittle6054 ... Well, The Kitty _was_ gonna call you out on that, but knew you would come around to clean up your error 😸

[@tammydoolittle6054]

@@NinjaKittyBonks what error? Lol.

[@Gbhbbgvsbnjhhdchhb]

Starting to have a deep respect for this channel.. Fil’s content is getting better

[@wyldone5038]

I typed Ken Tamplin Hallelujah into youtube, the audio only version (13yrs old) and this performance (3yrs old) it's exactly the same, just the album version i'm guessing. So both singing and playing are mimed. *Edit: He hits the same accidental harmonic in both versions at 3:00 mins into the song.

[@bardsamok9221]

Nice sleuthing 🫡

[@MaximusAdonicus]

Yeah, I was listening to his singing in Fil's video and noticed too that the singing might be mimed as well...

[@Stumpybear7640]

I sing, a bit, and don't know much about music, but I do appreciate honesty in all walks of life. After the last 5 years, it is hard to come by, but I have found it in you, Fil. New subbie here x