Lamb of God - Checkmate (Mark Morton & Willie Adler Playthrough)

[@schprox]

Willie is the very definition of "holding the pencil wrong/weird yet has the most gorgeous hand writing"

[@Justin-sg2ix]

Willie still has the craziest picking hand in the metal world!

[@sidahmed8837]

Marty Friedman is number 2.

[@mailalamathokkar8540]

Mark mork is a main guitarist but i respect the cap boy as well

[@Shadowshael]

They really do seem to be polar opposites. Mark picking looks so relaxed but his fingering hand looks so frantic, Willie's picking hand looks oddly strained, but his fingering hand is just effortless. But, they are clean as hell.

[@JohanVega-wc2zb]

@@Shadowshael yeah... every time that I trying to play like them it just sound so ugly... lol

[@mailalamathokkar8540]

Melamagot willie adler cool

[@lucasloong4713]

Morton's picking hand is so chill and his fretting hand is so hectic.....Willie's picking hand is so hectic but his fretting hand is so chill

[@Whatsupfolks-7]

Good observation!

[@sepraad8718]

Someday i'll pass your music to my children and tell them this was the definition of pure talent in my days

[@AgentSlayer1211]

Hell yeah and I strongly agree with that. And I'm already doing it for my nieces and nephews. Rock on

[@landonw8982]

Agent Slayer fuck yeah guys , keep the lamb dream alive and well !

[@MobileDecay]

And they'll say it's dad rock and not heavy enough pointing you towards a band that plays a 500 string guitar. 😂

[@landonw8982]

MobileDecay haha yeah that’s the thing , can’t get much crazier than lamb lol

[@davidday9967]

Our generations "classic rock" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 like the modern day versions of ac/dc or Sabbath

[@bryanfarrell9286]

Always love how wholesome Lamb Of God comment sections are. It’s hard for people to hate something so talented

[@davidday9967]

It's like they are a big band but underground enough that the elitists don't wander through. I'm for it 🤘🤘

[@raysmetaltracks6782]

TRUTH brother.

[@shanewallace6940]

I so agree!

[@transcendunedin5548]

One of the reason why I like Lamb of God is that their riffs are one of the densest with headbangable grooves.

[@andrevaldez2810]

I love the "Hammer smashed hand" picking technique of Willie Adler

[@saiyansatan]

Haha someone else said he was doing shadow puppetry 😂

[@andrevaldez2810]

@@saiyansatan 😹😹😹

[@PsychoMantis308]

His hand looks like a car crash

[@andrevaldez2810]

@@PsychoMantis308 i heard that one 😂

[@novastra493]

@@PsychoMantis308 stevie t?

[@michaelwalshe1799]

Watching Willie play anything makes me question every decision about hand posture I've ever made, guy looks like he's making shadow puppets or something

[@djentyman4002]

He’s highly made fun of because of his hand posture but hell he gets the job done and is one of the greatest metal guitarists out there. Marty Friedman and Kirk Hammett also have weird hand postures

[@michaelwalshe1799]

@@djentyman4002 its a shame he gets made fun of when he plays as well he does!! He absolutely rips

[@carlosmatos9848]

Gotta do what works. Best decision I ever made was to use a smaller Jazz 3 style pick.

[@jaysonmerritt6666]

Is he gay? He holds it so dainty

[@michaelwalshe1799]

@@jaysonmerritt6666 Pretty sure the way a guy holds a pick isn't a good way to identify the preferences of his dick, but I guess I'm not an expert

[@carlosmatos9848]

The thing I love about LOG is they can play all of these fast riffs, some of them a bit complex at times but its never lost on the song. Everything fits together like a puzzle piece, drums, bass, vox, and guitars.

[@metabel]

This song is one of the toughest motherfuckers to pull out. Those riffs at that tempo make you feel like you're playing a guitar solo throughout the whole song. So fun to play!

[@kamenruelas8379]

You ain’t lying! This is way fuckin complicated than how it sounds. Can appreciate it when learning to play it🤘

[@MelodicPicking]

Yes I totally agree ! Lamb Of God's riffs is for that reason one of the most enjoyable to learn ! Soooo heavy for drop D and so satisfying to get down

[@brettninedorf4948]

ITS WHEN YOU CAN FEEL THE GUITAR SING,,,GOOSEBUMPS N SHIT

[@kingPigify]

@@MelodicPickingthey wrote a lot of that album and the recent one in drop c for some reason. Interesting choices they really never needed to down tune to be heavier

[@mx2dy]

​@@kingPigify there's a few songs on Wrath that tune a half step down to drop C#, but drop C is new afaik

[@GaryDGuitar]

Willie: Crazy picking hand, guitar at a 90 degree angle, flawless playing, book reading facial expression.

[@junwarrior96]

From all the riffs in this song, we can already see the full skill of Mr Willy Adler and Mr Mark Morton, they really deserve to be ranked at the top of the world's metal music, very cool.🔥🔥💓

[@sabrejo88]

Morton must have the most expensive noise gate on earth. His hand slides around that neck more than the West Side Strangler

[@carlosmatos9848]

Lol, meanwhile Willie is going old school with an old t shirt wrapped up top.

[@jacobnussbaum53]

Or perhaps the Scranton strangler

[@KingTrollable]

He uses a BOSS noise supressor.

[@panterarocks9326]

It's crazy how good these 2 are and how well they play together. They come up with these crazy riffs time and time again. Just crazy

[@CarrLuke]

What's more interesting than how Willie holds a pick (that's old news) is that Willie's hands look in pain but his face and body are totally serene and focused. Mark's hands look natural and fluid, but his body and face are putting so much into it. I would have expected the opposite. Love both these guys and their playing. They each bring such unique flavors and textures to LoG.

[@luisrodas297]

He said that his technique will give him arthritis.

[@livinthatlife1328]

Always been my fav metal band of all time and always will be. These guys and there bands have affected my life in so many way over the years. My love goes out to you all👌🏼🤘🏻🤘🏻💪💪🤘🏻🤘🏻🔥🔥 don’t ever quit thank u🔥🔥

[@sciomancy6]

Willie and Mark both played a huge influence on my guitar playing. I love their style and love that it is something that's very complicated to learn lol

[@donshipman8441]

This band makes you move. The energy is just full on all the time!

[@sudiptomondal7822]

those riffs by willie is out of the world

[@Altroburst]

The reason why lamb of god always be my favourite cuz in each song they have memorable and technical riff, great to see Mark & Willie still stay in the band,

[@vikingbrian62]

Goosebumps every damn time! These guys are the gold standard for metal musicianship!

[@wikbruno1975]

Lamb Of God is excellent, really good worker, I learn this music, Pure American Dynamisme of Metal. Thank you Lamb of God I Love all in Lamb of god

[@deadwood21plus]

when I see Mr. Morton "That's cool riff" When my wife see Mr. Morton "That's beautiful hair"

[@emrahu1327]

😂😂😂 women are the same in every country, nation or culture

[@jetserofficial]

Muhasabah diri antum wahai deadwood

[@agustincasciero]

Both are right lol

[@kesawaalkara7479]

Bosen Trending blokkk

[@brandonfernstrom5259]

This is me and my kids favorite song you guys killed it!!!!!!!!!

[@Zane_Doe]

Every time I hear a new song of theirs I'm always really impressed with their tone. Gets better every record.

[@brian345106]

Something very satisfying watching them play.

[@manson9083]

Damn Willys picking technique amazes me every time I see hum play.

[@andreasfeon9436]

His hand gives me anxiety

[@PsychoMantis308]

Looks like a car crash

[@monkeywildlife7607]

AWESOME MUSIC

[@785jrtasanG]

Lamb of God always has the coolest riffs

[@wRonG765]

I've needed a Mark and Willie video for a while now, Thanks guys!

[@scottmclain6857]

God Damn that's awesome. The best guitar duo I've heard in 40 years.

[@redyrauf]

Mark and Willie the best for me .... Great guitarist and great Metal RIFF ...

[@stevewatkins3081]

I have studied so many videos and still can't work out how he picks but has worked well for him for years

[@pearljaime2]

My god, these guys really nailed this song. It's like they wrote it.

[@revoapriliandy9944]

always love this band !!

[@guitarwithdm6901]

One of my favorite song and my favorite band long live #Lamb Of God

[@christopherlents16]

2025!!! Still my favorite song on the album. Wish I could see them play it live.

[@halo13del]

I love watching these guys play, it stirs an emotional reaction...

[@zer0758]

Masters of their craft

[@Cedwig234]

damn these riffs just make me grin everytime i hear them

[@lucianolog6089]

Great song!

[@1_visje34]

Indeed

[@LandBelowTheWind92]

god of riff 💥💥💥💥💥💥

[@ericodiot2915]

Truly amazing..... Brrr

[@TheSilverGate]

That riff at the beginning is beautiful

[@bitcoinkong2970]

Incredible band

[@spaceskullclub9397]

Why is this the best music video I’ve ever seen?

[@michaellandrumguitar]

can't wait to see y'all live in nashville going to be awesome

[@raysmetaltracks6782]

All these new devices, wraps and dampeners to eliminate string ring. Willie just ties a rag on his neck. Love you guys man.

[@DrGeta666]

if someone who had no knowledge of a guitar seen a player like these play they would think it was impossible, amazing!

[@jd12680]

Loving those guitars.

[@spaceskullclub9397]

Definitely top 3 favorite metals bands ever

[@bobbaganush17]

best song ever!!!!

[@Rosie_clara]

Morton..cool guy rock ittt....

[@jeansonserin]

muito top como sempre Willie toca muito!!!!!

[@PsychoMetallico]

Né cara E a forma "estranha" dele palhetar

[@anggafeizar1681]

SAYA CINTA LAMB OF GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@batrickpateman9613]

More of this please🙏

[@mcasuse]

I lover this because the band is following the guitars!! It highlights their ability to make the guitar sing out LOUD!! More progressive sound!!

[@sheldoncooper8199]

The Riff Gods are at it again. Just got into your music. Well better late then never.

[@jonasjustblaze6383]

Willie so calm.. and yet Killing it at the same time.. I always liked is playing style.. How he comes up with Riffs. Very Difficult to nail Every note.. But once you get.. You got it!!

[@matthewbarrett5445]

I’m excited to see what the next album has in store. Awesome song🤘🏼

[@saiyansatan]

Man, if this is the new NEW LOG, I'm pumped, 100%

[@kevy4548]

2 of me favorite guitarists . Heavy 👽👾

[@FrancisG-j2g]

My very best band..

[@chancartwright8344]

Absolute beasts all of ‘em

[@apexxx09]

Tosin Abasi: 6 strings ain't enough. Willie: hold my low E.

[@PsychoMantis308]

Not only that but they are barely downtuned

[@KenoxProductions]

@@PsychoMantis308 Heaviness really is in the riff. Bands like LoG, Sylosis and Gojira prove that. You don't need to go lower than C.

[@spenserphoenix]

@@KenoxProductions agreed! And so much of that comes from the drums as well

[@axcelarellano23]

Low D*

[@raysmetaltracks6782]

FUKN A BROTHER!

[@Unnow7]

Thanks god you exist!!!

[@jamiecook4289]

I love how mark plays like an absolute madman.

[@sponger516]

he maks everything looks wicked hard, like sweat is about to start flying. great for performance. willie is over there like "mark...calm your shit"

[@powerbikesbg]

crazy riffs, great song! LoG the best!

[@louisfk9880]

Willie's picking hand still throws me off to this day!

[@sendygaput347]

My favorite metal band!

[@sigmundandresen2242]

I dont know how mark manage to be calm and intense at the same time

[@FortinAmps]

Insanity. Killer guys!

[@MarcioSantos-vh6fj]

Excelente

[@maximvlrvch5514]

Nice riffs guys. I'm applause to you. Great as usual.

[@daviddante3288]

Amazing 🎼I Like Lamb Of God

[@ALLENWINSENT]

This is why they are my favorite😍💕

[@anggafeizar1681]

Insane playthrough! Willie fastes the right hand and Mark fastes at the left hand. Stay metal

[@gabrielruizaraujo2714]

Holy shit are those riffs beautiful and complex! Willie and Mark, fckn geniuses

[@Fmxsupasta]

So stoked to hear them thrashing again! \w/ come to calgary

[@stevenvalenti3722]

These dudes sure can play. Wow! Awesome! New song guys. From down in cajun country.\m/

[@jmwasp]

This is a guitar playing masterpiece

[@iChalShapr3D]

Omg 3:31 Willie

[@mindofmatter071]

Willie is a bad mfer!!! I was front rail in front of him last month for opening night for the new tour (Ashes of the Leviathan) he blew my mind with how fast he plays...just amazing harmonic pulloffs!!! Then Remorse is for the dead intro!! EPIC!!!

[@-cfh-architector7963]

Killer Duo

[@terryharding4185]

Absolutely OUTSTANDING 🔥🔥🤟🤟. Love the whole album....but..Checkmate is my fave track so far

[@TractorsChemer]

Nice.

[@1_visje34]

Nice

[@oganromero2061]

Y

[@vedanttoraskar817]

Mark Morton's 🎸 😍

[@joeymarilyn2868]

They are back!

[@JinnDuceau]

Now this is Music!!!!

[@boomjunky4741]

Aaaaaah. The smell of Lamb of God in the morning!

[@maheeshshahi7168]

Mark Morton 🙌🙌🙌🙌👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏

[@kevo271]

I always tell people, no matter what you think of metal music, those musicians are fucking insanely talented

[@antoniosobrado6792]

Amazing riffs lml

[@Skimer54]

God i love the riffs. their single string lighters are never a down fall. for drop D, one of the heaviest.

[@EduardoGomez-fm9es]

Got my tickets for July 23rd . Fingers crossed 🤞

[@grzegorzbudnicki5007]

Masterpiece

[@uptera]

Hey Willie, have you ever thought about using your mid finger of your left hand while playin? Keep rocking!!

[@imx574]

Браво, парни! Лейте ещё!

[@TheFloatingBartender]

This is banging

[@bravenn4208]

Hell yea my RVA brothers\m/ thanks for the new tunes!!

[@septembercult985]

Crazy fingers all around the fretboard! Nice! Where is my guitar?

[@stephen9944]

Willy: "Hey Mark, here's the new riff." Mark: Fuck my life.