Matteo Mancuso (NAMM Musikmesse Russia 2019, Moscow)

[@brianmi40]

Guitar pick factories are shutting down as we speak...

[@zachsmith3376]

I pictured large smoke stacks belching smog when I read your comment.

[@chickenslothstudios699]

Jeff Beck did it years ago. I learned from him thankfully and have saved tons on pics. This guy gets it too :)

[@theethnicist5678]

🤣🤣🤣 Exactly 💯

[@jishudebnath9571]

as well as tuning key n nut factories too, after standberg launch😜

[@eryckcrypton6412]

😂

[@Gianni-q4w]

An alien Is on the world...Matteo made a new idea to play the Guitar...absolutely Amazing...

[@ericgendell8874]

I wonder how many of Matteo's honored critics would be willing to get upon the stage with him? This kid is fantastic tone, spacing, time, feel. Every single composition he covered is a masterpiece. I hope he develops into the composer and arranger on the level of musician he already is

[@diotimamusic6771]

I would in a heartbeat and I'm barely a critic (though I do think his harmonic sensibility is less than adventurous).

[@SuperBillybob53]

@@diotimamusic6771 he sucks. Boring and surgical. Technically,ok I get. Hal The 2001 Space Odyssey will enjoy him.

[@rachellwillhite1419]

With all that talent I just hope he's not a dick

[@unicornhorn6662]

@@SuperBillybob53 hahaha

[@unicornhorn6662]

@@SuperBillybob53 but you are one weird bloke… maybe also jealous?

[@jupiterlegrand4817]

This kid has absolutely everything. Total facility, total musicality, great taste and phrasing. I know Holdsworth is an influence, but to my ear Mancuso is much more musically consonant. Amazing.

[@freecitizen2760]

Jupiter Le Grand : Uh, no.

[@MetalMcfly]

This guys tone is impeccable and his phrasing is otherworldly. I absolutely love his Jazz infused style. This kid is a monster of a guitar player.

[@timothycasey5749]

I was a freshman in high school when Eddie came on the scene...I was too young to understand what he did to the music scene... Now I'm witnessing it with this kid... Game changer.

[@ardedrum7322]

His father, Vincenzo Mancuso, was for years the guitarist (live/studio) of one of the most important Italian singer-songwriters, Francesco De Gregori. He grew up in the middle of Music and with Music (the serious Music, not the shit we're forced to listen to today) for which he was "marked" to become an excellent musician !!! :)

[@matthewcross]

Thank you for the history!

[@Itsnotbrettreddell]

Good to know I was very self conscious of my guitar after hearing him , but I am self taught and have only been playing for 4 years or so so I won’t give up

[@alexjackson8841]

@@Itsnotbrettreddell Man you get players who’ve had great training and after 20 years still can’t play that great. And you get people like andy james who was completely self taught and is now one of the biggest names in guitar. It’s all up to you. I know someone who could play the sweet child o mine solo after 2 years and i also know someone who’s only got to grade 5 after 10 years. Put your mind and effort to it and you’ll progress

[@marcwormjim]

Mancuso is a fine example of what someone who owns a guitar can do when they don’t waste years comparing guitarists on the internet.

[@reconquistaahead1602]

hahaha good point! hahahha! you killed me!

[@Coynkydynk]

Honestly - thank you for writing that. I really wish ppl could stop the incessant chimping about who is better than who. It’s so mindnumbingly contraproductive. Just thank god for putting you in front of a screen where juice like this comes flowing right at you, and also thank those like Matteo who their time in and, upon that, shares with us.

[@luigibrugioni1812]

Matteo, il Paganini della nostra epoca. 👏 🇮🇹

[@The17122008]

Veramente

[@AromiErotici]

This kid is a next level talent.

[@tomaszg.4622]

The first part is "Bad Asteroid" by The Aristocrats. Originally played by Guthrie Govan.

[@wehaveasituation]

Isn't it unfair to be so great AND so ridiculously handsome? I mean shouldn't he have to look a little like Allan Holdsworth?

[@ulusot]

lol

[@stefanobianchetti3229]

Incredibile che possa ancora apparire qualcuno che fa qualcosa di mai visto (tecnicamente), mi fa sperare che si possa inventare qualcosa di nuovo anche musicalmente!

[@michaelroach2401]

Matteo is a human sound machine whose natural appendage is the guitar 🎸 ! What a gift.

[@dougjaffe727]

a gift to the world!

[@Frigoni]

Opening with Guthrie Govan? The balls!

[@gregdetwiler9220]

The shapes and finger picking he does, is just beyond amazing. He’s just addictive to watch.

[@Ojb_1959]

Ok, I’ve found my new favorite guitarist. 👊😎 Greetings from New Orleans 🎭

[@Paddy126]

the look of self disappointment he gives himself at 1.58. Shockingly talented fella.

[@tonypowell250]

I think you mean 1:46

[@largecoke4087]

No doubt. It just lacks the "listenability".. It's too all over the place to be readily enjoyable.. If it had some steady rock hooks and grooves it would be more accessible.. I'm sure many will disagree though

[@scorp9104]

Large Coke Its part of the melody tho

[@vladimirsandtner4438]

Original song from The Aristocrats, Guthrie Govan ❤

[@hendrikheemels8615]

Love it. What's the name of this piece?

[@wesworach7441]

I find myself listening to Matteo play on daily basis & usually my jaw drops on the floor ! Purest talent I've heard in my entire life ! ... Which planet he originates from only he could tell ! Beyond sublime !!!

[@ksharpe10]

Born on the Holdsworth side of the Sun. LOL.

[@НиколайВиноградов-ю6ч]

Этот юноша не просто хорош,он гениален. Такие люди не позволят умереть джазу...

[@garygerber302]

The Valentino Rossi of Guitar! Long live Italia!

[@dmgjgamm4743]

i m proud to see how great this sicilian guy is becoming in the world of guitar. I m sicilian :)

[@chrissommers805]

Truly one of the most gifted guitarists of this era. He's the logical successor to Guthrie Govan with his stunning technique, range and feel. I expect him to be study material in music schools. Let's hope he continues to play and entertain us with his magic for decades to come!

[@MyComradeConnor]

Ha - loved the celebration when he nailed that Guthrie tapping section on the second attempt. His improvisations over the track show his obvious technical prowess. Amazing player!

[@andreavitali1]

Sessantunmo anni e circa 55 di musica che grazie a mio papà ho imparato ad ascoltare senza peconcetti. Continuo ad ascoltare di tutto con prevalenza jazz. Conoso da poco Matteo e ci ritrovo tanto di quello che amo: Pastorius, Corea, Saint Jermains, Rush, ... Potrei continuare a lungo perchè ogni pezzo che sto asoltando è pieno di pulsioni. Un interprete che vedo come grande potenziale di collegamento generazionale della musica. Bravo!

[@MaXaNoMaLoUs]

BRAVO!! His TONE is what made alllll of his chops more enjoyable. Being a Guthrie Govan fan, Shawn Lane, Allan Holdsworth, etc... it’s all about there tone. Dudes got a bright future ahead. Love it

[@Snoopying84]

Grande orgoglio e talento Palermitano nel panorama chitarristico mondiale! Congratulazione per lo stile e la bravura. Continua così!

[@stefanonicolo2247]

poche cose mi commuovono come il Talento, tu Matteo sei un turbinio di emozioni con il massimo della naturalezza

[@insightguitars]

Great performance, with your own tone and fingerstyle technique. Guthrie should be proud of this excellent cover.

[@davidderoux7552]

I think it's a little jealous in fact. The kid plays better than him.

[@cristinalopezgevers5284]

Great and famous guitar players, sit down and listen.

[@goainge2]

First song: The Aristocrats - Bad Asteroid (Gothrie Govan)

[@OldRunt]

Huge help. Good looking out.

[@goainge2]

@@OldRunt Matteo ist good, but there are still worlds between him and the original. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGnKgICLn9ynrbM

[@jayblumetti9590]

Virtuoso, live! Brilliant! Guitar 🎸 master! Virtuosity on display!

[@MrMjp58]

Virtuosity in a cold climate. For me, he's the most exciting young player out there. His awareness of what he's doing, communicates directly with the audience.

[@matteocamponeschi9931]

Grande Matteo! Altro che Maneskin, sono questi gli artisti che meriterebbero tanto successo.

[@mauriziogreselin8177]

Manneskin = immondizia.

[@LupozRM]

Quando un popolo è ignorante e manipolato come gli italiani c'è poco da sperare

[@danieledraganti]

Va be’ che c’entra, hanno due target completamente diversi. I Maneskin sono il classico rock mainstream, e per quel genere e il periodo storico in cui siamo non sono per niente male secondo me. Matteo è un MUSICISTA con tecnica e gusto impressionante, e quindi devi avere una certa conoscenza musicale per apprezzare quello che fa. Non puoi aspettarti che “arrivi” a ignoranti completi o quasi completi in materia.

[@mauriziogreselin8177]

@@danieledraganti scusami ma io li reputo scarsi anche tecnicamente.

[@danieledraganti]

@@mauriziogreselin8177 di certo non sono dei virtuosi dello strumento. Sono… adeguati per quello che suonano

[@TimMeyerMusic]

Outstanding player, lush creative arrangements, full of expression and fun to listen to especially Spain......wow

[@debjitsmusicstudio]

Spain was awesome , I did not know it was one of Chick Korea's . I heard it before in one from John Mclaughlin and Paco De Lucia's concert . I loved the song so much, especially the main riff or melody whatever that is, it's so beautiful . This is the link to the John Mclaughlin concert where I first listened to Spain , you might find it worth watching -: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omOYlGOCeauesJY

[@TimMeyerMusic]

The JM performance of Spain you linked was absolutely stunning, mind bending virtuosity. Thanks.

[@debjitsmusicstudio]

@@TimMeyerMusic I am glad that you enjoyed it . It's always a pleasure sharing good music with people who can admire it.

[@TimMeyerMusic]

I so enjoy the great tunes that comes my way from music lovers here. Best wishes friend.

[@MicheleFranchini]

A true master of the instrument. His musicality and fluency are unlike anything heard before. Yes, the references to Holdsworth and the more recent Govan are there, but Matteo brings them to a whole new level of excellence. Grandissimo.

[@garymcaleer6112]

Any musician who knows what it is to have cold fingers understand the struggle for dexterity. Matteo always overcomes as I pray his soul does too...

[@bobbusby5058]

Great to see another up and comer Guitarist using Yamaha Revstar, I marvel at his finger techniques.

[@samtoney1410]

Just amazing, incredible, wonderful, unbelievable, fantastic and every other synonym that you can think of!!!!!!

[@eziocitelli]

Faccia pulita. Talento cristallino. Ti adoro. Bravo Matteuzzo

[@vince8081]

the most surprising is his bass style finger technique... stunning player.

[@henrysmartt5149]

Yo go cop some 80’s joe pass and all of Wes Montgomery’s catalogue . He kinda does use a bass style but it’s it’s own thing in my book!! Not trying to start a argument your comment is totally spot on it’s not my place to say.

[@cybercanal5319]

It’s Probably more of a classical style. He most likely has long finger nails on that hand.

[@mholly1973]

Like the legend blind owl did from canned heat , he was the first player I seen play with the bass type position

[@harmondraws]

I've been playing finger style for little over a year and playing in the bass position isn't very hard

[@DanielVerberne]

This is so cool to see Matteo play live and hear him speak, just awesome! He's just an amazing player and shows so much talent and skill. Pure musicality.

[@Luq_]

The kid has personality yo. Both himself and in his unique playing, he's so authentic

[@stringbender57]

Brilliant! Unique picking style and wickedly awesome taste, tone and speed! This young man can play folks!

[@geemac7267]

Even established veterans of guitar are touting this guy as the most impressive on the scene now.

[@bradleybunk6463]

I was not a Yamaha fan until now.

[@michaelb.42112]

The top player now.

[@SurfingSerpent]

It’s interesting how he plays at two angles for his right hand, one where it’s the position for playing a pick at 45 degrees (but without a pick), and another angle where it’s more like classical guitar so he can pluck the strings directly up. The first angle enables more string muting because the thumb can rest on the bottom strings, but the second angle enables a crisper sound because he is plucking straight up instead of at a diagonal angle. Both hand positions have their use.

[@benjamindague-classicalgui764]

A lot of classical players switch from the first position of the RH to the other position for different reasons. I know when I play usually my RH is mainly in the first hand position, and then switch to the more direct angle for rest strokes and/or a brighter tone. I think he does the different angle for speed and rest strokes a lot.

[@esmerilemelo2do]

Es un talento fresco , con técnica ,muy llena de vida , creo que el estilo resalta el alma de este guitarrista . Sin duda es lo mejjor que he oído y visto en muchos años .

[@greglesondak]

My favorite jazz player of modern times

[@johnhahn1877]

World-class talent with ridiculously incredible chops and knowledge. It will be a fun ride to see where he takes this in the coming years!!

[@consulentecomunicazionestr3072]

Matteo, simply a superior mind. Everything starts from the brain. Technique, musical creative ideas, phrasing, musicality and more are direct consequences. First of all, he has an incredible head, that's what I think. In every musical genre his performance is the top.

[@marcomuggironi2552]

Respect to Matteo!!He's one of a kind guitarist!!🎸💓🎼🎶

[@robertomacheda592]

Uno dei migliori chitarristi al mondo, a mio avviso si mangia a colazione molti chitarristi famosi

[@Droidrevenge]

Mai visto suonare in quel modo, con quella tecnica... è da un po' che lo seguo, veramente bravo e NUOVO

[@Iuglus]

Attendi qualche anno e sarà più che famoso..

[@giancarloverdi3505]

MATTEO sei uno schianto di chitarrista , di livello mondiale !Complimenti da un vecchio siciliano ad un giovanissimo talento siciliano

[@christianlitrico1325]

GRANDE TALENTO SICILIANO....TI SCRIVO DA CATANIA...W LA SICILIA....

[@jasonjulius1262]

There's weird comments here.... The guy's awesome and superskilfull adding techniques we haven't seen like this in a while. New generation player taking guitar foward. Dont hate the game nor the player.... He sounds really good leave it that. The biggest crits are the guys who cant do 0.000000567 of what he does. For example he should play he's own tunes. But dont listen long enough or take the time to listen. That he's actually playing he's own stuff!! Or will he sound better with another guitar. Ignorant statements.... Tones in the fingers... This younger cat is legit great. Full stop.

[@AlexRamosDrTaz]

I just love how he does it all without a pick... straight out of the school of Beck, Kotzen and beyond!

[@cantemirash]

I fully agree. Most of the famous classical instrumentists, Rubinstein, Horowitz, Argerich, Lang, Accardo, Kissin, Segovia ... were never judged because they were not so known as composers. I hope I am not wrong here and I am aware that in rock music this might be different. Matteo is a brilliant player and has all the time to become a great composer. He is now playing classical pieces from Holdsworth, Jaco, Govan, Pass and also his own compositions( I know only this one performed here) which are at the same level in my ears. I admire him for what he is.

[@OldRunt]

He's fortunate to have you.

[@latinca0]

Any time I listen to MM feel excitement. We are witnessing an exceptional musician, one who is a rare gem, among the greatest ones. And he is so young his future is bright! Thx for the great uploading.

[@goncalpalop9090]

Jimmy Hendrix, Stanley Jordan, Van Halen, Pat Metheny, Jonatan Kreigsber in 1. Amazing!!!

[@webstik]

+ jeff beck

[@Recreantx]

@@webstik + govan

[@moratts182]

And bireli lagrene

[@gabrieldemons4216]

quando un italiano è così ... si può solo essere fieri di essere italiani ...

[@progmind4274]

Eccaaaallà...... Un altro palermitano che da lezioni di chitarra al mondo.... Grande Mr Mancuso!

[@luisvillarreal5262]

Mind blowing. That's all I can say. (Slight pause,...then the soft swishing sound of my guitar flying out the window as it crashes to the ground below.) LOL

[@lucacastrianni3776]

In Italia siamo molto fortunati, abbiamo tanti talenti e Matteo, sicuramente, è uno dei più incredibili, sia per la giovane età, per la preparazione musicale e la tecnica d'esecuzione!

[@gianmarcobuzzerio1083]

Purtroppo non è famoso qui in Italia!!!

[@toninocampiti2735]

@@gianmarcobuzzerio1083 ma no... la nicchia lo conosce... non a tutti piace la fusion

[@lucamacchi8550]

Fantastic guitarist from Italy.

[@gianniclementejotarantella9779]

Un grande chitarrista , ti auguro una carriera strepitosa . Buona musica

[@phillipward937]

Matteo is a great player, I'm really impressed, I'm not going to rank him because I don't want to piss off all of the great players I'm friendly with, I'm sure Matteo has many of them feeling insecure. If he develops his songwriting skills he will morph into something truly special.

[@ManfredElsingBielefeld]

High thouhgts......they are very good!

[@robertoandolina2854]

Quando bravura, bellezza (musicale e non soltanto) e umiltà si incarnano in una sola persona.... CONGRATULATIONS MATTEO !

[@alessiovis3408]

Un fenomeno assoluto! A 23 anni suona in modo maturo, interessante e per niente scontato! Genio!!!

[@Maurizio70GilmourFan]

Genio assoluto, lo sta scoprendo finalmente anche il grande pubblico!

[@kathleenhutton1566]

That amount of talent should be divided between at least 10 other mere mortal Gtr players!There are ALWAYS naturals in any given field of life and this young guy is one of them!!I tip my hat!!

[@aleksandarlipovan4113]

It's really a shame that organizers didn't invite (pay enough) for rest of his supporting band. Guy is amazing and deserves to play this music 100% live.

[@gloomoscope]

This is his first visit to Russia. He came to give several master classes.

[@aleksandarlipovan4113]

@@gloomoscope I understand everything, I know how it goes. Just saying that's a pity that he must play along with mac book

[@Mitch61]

Unbelievable playing and phrasing. On another note, he'll never have to worry about losing his pick!

[@paulgmarriott]

On a further note, he might nevertheless have to worry not to use the wrong hand to wipe his arse.

[@EdouardKutchukian]

Tone is impeccable!

[@andym28]

Flesh and nail always wins.

[@steroidolympics2012]

Great stuff, Matteo. Your right hand technique is impeccable and more unique than any other electric player around, ever. Looking forward to seeing your growth as the years proceed.

[@caryverhalen]

Negative comments about this young man's playing here? Why? His command of the instrument, Technical ability and absolute Nuance playing are unparalleled. He's brilliant and oh by the way check out his right hand.

[@atlantaguitar9689]

I like his right hand picking approach which offers him more dexterity and precision than a pick. It also escapes that "rakey" sweep sound that is so commonly heard. I wonder if he started out playing classical.

[@Coynkydynk]

I don’t think he’s quit playing classical, he’s awesome at that too. You should be able to find a video or two if you look hard. At least I could, a few years ago. There weren’t so many videos with him then though. It might take some sleuthing now.

[@elevenAD]

Man this guys is fantastic! playing and Tone both awesome!

[@ivonsmith3095]

Matteo melting ear drums and brain cells again! This young guy represents a great future in guitar playing fusion music!

[@cantemirash]

I admire a lot the skills of this amazing guitarist: I saw him playing the classical, jazz and prog rock music and also explaining his right hand technique, style pf playing and improvisation. He does know what he is doing. I am amazed how much talent he has, and he looks so genuine. This is the discovery of the year for me.

[@EastPlanet]

First song is Bad Asteroid by The Aristocrats. Bravo

[@mr.musicman4817]

by Guthrie Govan. From his solo album even before joining Aristocrats.

[@davidfarrow5357]

One of the very best since Allan Holdsworth, unbelievably talented.

[@minor9thal]

Absolutely amazing player!

[@MK-md3jb]

Delicate playing, just amazing. The rockish solo sound very flashy, cannot believe he was picking all those notes. Wow, hope to hear more from this out of this world guitar player. Best wishes.

[@consulentecomunicazionestr3072]

His first album will be released in July

[@dpajc056]

Damn bastard not only can play but is handsome as hell and got a full set of hair on his head... 😤

[@tonymaner5510]

Seems you are not jealous at all

[@paolobuccella8762]

Sei straordinario, un vero talento. Grande.... non ci si stanca ad ascoltarti

[@Transterra55]

Early birthday greetings (Sunday the 22nd) to Matteo....Bravo! Greetings from Tennessee.

[@fillo1971]

Che meraviglia di musica Matteo, sei il Nostro Orgoglio Italiano. Mamma mia che tecnica unica, a tratti tra Al DIMEOLA - PAT METHINI - FRANK GAMBALE - ERIS JOHNSON. Sei un Grande. E Grazie Eugene per averlo postato, davvero Grazie

[@RB-sh5qh]

Here is one of the most promising talents playing on a windy afternoon as several people shamelessly walk across the screen. What a shame. This guitarist deserves way better.

[@grahamboulton4673]

Matteo transcends all the various guitar playing styles into a smooth style that is greatly "felt" as well as heard. Beuatiful work Matteo. Love it.

[@JusteBlind]

Grande Matteo ! TERRIBLE ! Fresh, relax and innovation ! 👍👍👍

[@garymcaleer6112]

Matteo is the Mozart prodigy of today's generation.

[@danvincent2600]

If composition was the key, yes

[@Gregorypeckory]

Chick always has incredible, innovative guitarists, from Bill Conners to Al D, to Scott Henderson and Frank Gambale, and I feel like Matteo has the talent to take that spot and add his own twist to Chick's music; just a nice thought, not like I have any influence, but it would be cool, or to see him with Hiromi!

[@mongrelrat]

It sounds like Frank Zappa. But more ...jazzy. 5:20 Great style! Impressive tecnique!

[@zeldaworld7]

mongrelrat this is an aristocrats song he’s covering, Guthrie govan on guitar. Very zappa like , but a jazz trio. Marco on drums too he’s so fricken good. Not quite vinnie level but he could definitely rock some zappa.

[@guyb7005]

beautiful instrument - he needs to record w/ Tal Wilkenfeld

[@ryanroubert2483]

Marty McFly went from rock n roll and boogie to jazz rock

[@byby2064]

Is there something happening in Italy? Mancuso, Luca Mantovanelli, Steve Vai, Satriani, Petrucci, Danielle Gottardo, Frank Gambale (yes, Gambale comes from Italian ancestry)...Italy keeps producing the finest guitarrists

[@bobparsonsartist564]

Frank Vignola, his sidekick Vinnie Roniola, John and Bucky Pizzarelli...I know the list is huge!

[@nicoricha]

Come in France ;) Antoine Boyer for exemple 👍

[@Olegstuff21986]

Don't forget about the old classical guitarists from Italy - Carulli, Carcassi, Legnani, Giuliani, etc., also more modern names like Castelnuovo-Tedesco.

[@TheGuitarSteven]

Also - Joe Pass, Pat Martino, Al Caiola, Eddie Lang, Nick Lucas, John Pisano, Jimmy Bruno, Al DiMeola, Robert Conti, even Frank Zappa. Maybe it's something in the pasta sauce.

[@douglasmaher8245]

Al DeMeola

[@alaingrenier3232]

Fantastique !! Inspirant !! Il maîtrise tous les styles et toutes les nouvelles tendances ... Jeune homme au talent illimité !! Bravo !!!!!

[@iginiodandrea1866]

un grandissimo talento italiano...e un grazie a suo papà...

[@alward5678]

He is from another world.

[@alfianifirdaus3074]

he is from Italy

[@PaulMcCaffreyfmac]

It is a great thing to put your own personality and stamp on something from someone else you have learnt to play. It is another level altogether when the piece you are starting with is this piece of complexity from GG. I love how MM plays it his own way and doesn't sound like a GG copyist