Megadeth Guitarist Kiko Loureiro's Shredding Secrets

Kiko Loureiro the guitarist for Megadeth, stopped by the studio for an interview. We discuss his playing style, practice tips and how Brazilian music influenced his unique playing style.
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[@davidanelson1]

Kiko is a fantastic musician and comes across as a really humble, normal human being who just happens to shred world-class. What a delight.

[@mikeg6666]

Absolutely right and that's how he comes across on his own channel...

[@BrunoGarciaMusic]

No hes not. Hes a snob

[@frankfritz7389]

Purple Dragon

[@2tubeguitar]

You are right. He is doing a great job with “humanizing” the guitar hero persona. I guess this way he maybe encouraging young folks who wants to become guitars heroes themselves

[@zaphodrahja]

People with great personalities are so good to work and hang with

[@jakebeaudrie]

I love how all these musician heavy hitters love Rick as much as we do.

[@michaellewchuk8272]

They really do. He’s created an economy of knowledge that’s amazing.

[@thearthurmigliazza]

Totally agree!

[@StevenBelong]

Such an amazing guitarist yet so down to earth. Refreshing to see artists like this.

[@iluvpepi]

His KZbin channels are fun to watch.

[@yangerjamir0906]

Well, the greats are down to earth unlike the keyboard experts.

[@thrashkasket6597]

He is just all around pleasant, and I love how diverse his heart is in music…can we clone this mindset and spread it throughout the world, mainly the USA? You just can’t help loving the guy, he’s too cool! You’d have to be laidback and humble to take the abuse of playing guitar with Dave Mustaine. 😂❤

[@atteljas]

@@yangerjamir0906😂

[@gattsruko]

Rick is a master, he let's Kiko speak and lead the whole video, looks like he's learning, really humble, keep it up Rick, with this you're making the world a better place!

[@kedinhu1449]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@ce152capt100]

Yes. I like how Rick never dominates these conversations.

[@Hilaire_Balrog]

Allowing the musician to speak and lead the conversation is why Rick is a great interviewer. Same reason Kiko is a great Megadeath player. He understands that Dave leads the band and he follows along and expands and betters the music. Marty understood that as well.

[@metalmike570]

Sure because Rick was a producer 30 years ago, and a band player himself. He wants the information!!!

[@seanmcnally5560]

Kiko's unbelievable guitar talent is only matched by his humble and positive personality.

[@dantredogborsa7048]

Limão.

[@cfaibah]

lol he's only really humble on tape

[@MrLinkDay]

Humble? I once went to a music expo and he was isolated in a booth and denied speaking with fans. Meanwhile Pantera's guitarrist was out with all the people having a good time.

[@henry247]

@@MrLinkDay Wow...bcuz you got him in a bad day means he's like that all the time right? 🤣

[@manofiske3318]

@@MrLinkDay being ''with all the people'' means you're 'humble'?

[@khunheanng]

Dave did the right thing hiring Kiko to Megadeth! Guys a legend

[@rstoll45]

Kiko is many monsters in one. Where is your guitar Rick?

[@TheNaKio]

They should have hired Marty Friedman tho.

[@mikeg6666]

Absolutely , he's an incredible guitarist!

[@skarlottt]

He seems to be very grounded

[@TheGyroBarqusShow]

Yep, just a matter of time and he will be an "Ex-Guitarist" so yeah not much hope

[@jeffgreene1055]

Megadeth have one of the most fantastic guitarist, musicians, songwriters and one of the best personalities in the music industries ever. God bless you Kiko Loureiro!

[@jacsonsouza22]

I agree

[@interplanetarymusic7929]

Yes I'd second that easily ✌️

[@metalmike570]

Kind of like how Ozzy always had the best guitarists, bassists and drummers but most notably his guitarists are the best. Randy is like one of those game-changer guitarists, there's only a few that did that. Kiko is one of the best Megadeth ever had.

[@MrSHowVIdeo]

Dar orgulho de ser brasileiro quando vemos caras como o Kiko Louleiro, a parte dele mostrando os ritmos brasileiros pro Rick foi excelente

[@interplanetarymusic7929]

🤘🇧🇷🤘

[@luisramos3427]

Orgulho para toda América Latina.

[@frankierodriguez8661]

Not to mention Yamandu Costa ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ArturVarejao]

​@@frankierodriguez8661 he is a master

[@bernardovera611]

Kiko es el mejor guitarrista del mundo... Y es sudamericano... Un dios

[@gurumajuindonesia]

Kiko is not just "a guy with guitar" he knows his stuff and wide musical knowledge and deep musicality

[@yungkugg745]

he is a musician with all its meaning

[@metalmike570]

If you're going to be in Dave Mustaine's band you have to pass his audition!!! No pressure there, imagine that.

[@MalcaratMartinez]

I think I've never seen such a healthy (both physically and mentally) musician, it's no wonder Dave likes him. This is the kind of person you want to have around.

[@RodolphoArrudanogoogle]

Dave said Kiko "saved his life".

[@paramo_c9318]

@@RodolphoArrudanogoogle Dave says a lot of things lol

[@AkiraSamuray]

@@RodolphoArrudanogoogle How he “saved” his life?

[@RodolphoArrudanogoogle]

@@AkiraSamuray that would be a question for Dave.

[@mariosergio2112]

@@AkiraSamuray he tried to cross a road and kiko said that he should wait the car that was coming. Beautiful.

[@wilssantos2]

You don't know how emotive I got when Kiko played Baião for Rick. Big Brazilian music lesson. Kiko has always been a great teacher, by the way, and I still remember when he showed up in my school for a workshop session more than 20 years ago. Totally blew my mind. He's always been known in Europe and Japan too due to Angra, but I'm glad he's finally getting the recognition he's always deserved in North America as well. Great guy, who's always set great examples.

[@PawpawJamz]

Two incredible and intelligent people. Outstanding musicians and interview.

[@davidrockey7190]

I know so cool 🤫

[@blacknight3752]

NÃO EXISTE O MELHOR GUITARRISTA DO MUNDO, E SIM AS QUALIDADES DE CADA UM, ATRAVÉS DO INFINITO APRENDIZADO, MUITAS VÊZES, AQUELE QUE CONSIDERAMOS MENOS BOM NA GUITARRA, TEM ALGO DE ESPECIAL NO SEU TRABALHO, OUTRAS VÊZES, AQUELE QUE ACHAMOS O ÚNICO, POSSUE TANTO QUE SE TORNA MAIS UM COMO QUALQUER OUTRO. CADA GUITARRISTA COM A SUA PECULIARIDADE PESSOAL.....JEFFERSON WILLIAMS

[@pauloamw]

Extra kudos to Rick for pronouncing "baião" perfectly. What an amazing guy!

[@andrebueno511]

It reminded me of Carlos Drummond saying that the sound "ão" is one of our most unique treasures. We've just got robbed 😂

[@colmiaz]

I was impressed as well!

[@Novaera89]

Kiko was one of my first guitar heroes and Angra were the first band I ever travelled abroad from Ireland to see. It was Paris 2007, and when I was queuing outside the venue that afternoon Kiko and the band were entering, and stopped for autographs and photos. I asked Kiko if he could give me a guitar pick, but after checking his pockets he apologised and said he didn't. During the show, he saw me in the front row and handed me a pick which I treasure to this day. I'm so glad he is experiencing so much success with Megadeth. BTW No Gravity and Universo Inverso are KILLER solo guitar albums! 👌

[@bjatz99]

wow u should post your pick bro😁

[@guitarrerist698]

Yeah!! Universo Inverso is my fave solo album of his. I fell in love with Brazil because of Angra. Hoping to travel there someday

[@LabiaLicker]

I love Kiko solo stuff. Really shows off his composing talent

[@paulogoncalves8587]

Dificilmente um brasileiro famoso faria isso contigo.... Mas o Kiko é uma pessoa muito boa, além de ter talento ele age como um ser educado e amoroso com as pessoas ao redor.

[@frankierodriguez8661]

He’s truly a gentleman ❤️

[@EuropaMan]

I have never ever listen to a song from Megadeth but thank you for interviewing Kiko and introducing me to him. What a great talent and down to earth musician. It was great hearing about his musical upbringing and how he practises all the different style of music that has influenced his life. Extremely talented guitarist and he was showing deep respect for Rick during the interview. A beautiful soul. I could have easily listened to this interview for another hour. We need a "Part II".

[@Familia_nepal_nepal_do_mal12]

If you don't like megadeth you may like his solo work, it is great too. Many fusion and jazzy influences.

[@marcelogilliardmaiaantunes4886]

If you’re not familiar with Kiko’s work, try to search for the band ANGRA. You May be Up for a good surprise…

[@luisnunes3863]

Look up his previous band, Angra. That is a whole other level. Plus, excellent singers.

[@kettch42]

@@marcelogilliardmaiaantunes4886 Megadeth is great, but Angra is something special. I might be wrong, but I think Angra's album Rebirth has the most mix of Brazilian rhythms with metal, but maybe some of the earlier stuff esp Fireworks might be also. Check the song Unholy Wars.

[@joelhammer2111]

Well, you're missing out.

[@erichaheidrich4593]

He is much more than a metal/ shred guitar player. Wow.

[@marceror]

Damn, Rick has become the go to guy for interviews with Rock icons. This is creating a truly amazing legacy for Rick and his channel!

[@thalesandretti9035]

Tesouro do Brasil! 🤘🇧🇷

[@andredosapatonovo]

this joke has another level for brazilians

[@Vestu]

Angra!

[@lolotnihil]

O kiko nao se mistura com a gentalha 😅

[@BrunnoCampa]

Kkkkkk

[@flaviofr4v0]

Corri aqui embaixo só pra ler esse comentário! 😁

[@saigawesnovember]

Kiko is a breath of fresh air,amazing guitar player,and cool to see him talk and play Brazilian music for some of us guys who maybe never heard it. I like him,cool guy!

[@chrislira3574]

I wish Rick had asked Kiko about his time in Angra. I just finished listening to the whole Angra discography last week, and there is some *great* guitar playing on those albums. Thumbs up to Rafael Bettencourt for all that killer playing as well. I particularly love the native influences.

[@DrGodinho]

I believe angra was a Forbidden topic in this interview

[@geovannivm]

If I was to mention anything not so great about this interview is the fact that they didn't talk about Angra... maybe it was intentional

[@johnniebgoode]

I have never heard of this guy in my life, but I love him. What a talent.

[@maureraleixo372]

he plays in a band named Megadeth :D

[@Igor-et8so]

@@maureraleixo372 And Angra

[@Felipe-zm3pf]

Kiko falando do Mozart Mello pro Rick Beato é incrível

[@gfcapitani]

Exatamente. Foi emocionante ver ele falando do Mozart Melo. Honrando os mestres brasileiros.

[@robsonpantoja7475]

Mozart melo é considerado professor de todos eles.

[@wilssantos2]

ISSO! Mozart é mestre de todos os guitarristas pós-80 no Brasil. Quem sabe o Rick não entrevista o Mozart? Seria lindo!

[@IBJ57]

Temple of Shadows is a gift to the world that most people haven’t had the opportunity to experience. That album means so much to me!

[@johnhuldt]

Kiko blew my mind first time I heard Angra some 20 years ago and one of the more surreal moments of my life was sitting at Kikos place in Hollywood, showing him some country licks :D Super nice guy and he's even better than people think. Absolute guitar monster.

[@jfed4948]

I had no idea Kiko was such a down to Earth guy with such a vast range of musical talent. Fantastic interview! Keep bringing these fantastic musicians.

[@DigoMalaca]

Listen to his solo works, there is a live jazz concert too.

[@spamfanger5257]

By all means follow Kiko on KZbin! He has a fantastic channel and always comes across as super nice and informative in his videos. Great mix of sharing musical knowledge, backstage footage, interviews with other amazing musicians like Tosin Abasi or Jason Richardson, etc. Rick and Kiko are the only two channels I really keep up with.

[@dirkm1920]

Kiko has it all. Awesome playing and awesome human being

[@Capirotinho]

hello

[@fragglerock5696]

Kiko is such a nice guy man.. and can play obviously! Great to have him on.

[@homerdomer73]

Kiko is so relatable. Just an absolute pleasure to listen to him talk about whatever; guitar, sightseeing, jiu jitsu, whatever.

[@pedromatos644]

Kiko is one hell of a good example of how a super talented guy should behave. Humble and happy to share how he feeds his talent! He’s the result of super talent, hard work and an amazing attitude! Grande Kiko!!

[@pauloricardodaluz297]

É isso ai!!

[@OldManBadly]

Simply put, he is very comfortable with his skills and his chops, he still knows they are better than him, still humble, but also a fountain of musical knowledge. Natural at it to, nothing seems forced, everything is just him. Awesome. Thank you Kiko and Rick for a great video.

[@pedromatos644]

@@OldManBadly 100% !!

[@bludworm1]

The one thing about him for me, above all else, is that he knows how to speak like an intelligent human being. I didn't hear a single F-bomb or any other explative come out of him. It's so refreshing not to be subjected to having to hear those words. Until this video, I have never heard of him. Now I will never forget him. A true professional. I get the feeling that the only reason he is a member of Megadeath is MONEY.

[@diegoalmeida1275]

Vivi o bastante pra ver o Kiko tocando Baião pra Rick Beato.

[@datooch]

Kiko is awesome. Excellent interview Rick. Thank you so much for this!

[@hammadounissabre7018]

Can you imagine having a beast such as Kiko thanking you for what you are doing for the KZbin music community? Wow

[@Felipe-zm3pf]

Kiko tocando um baião pro Rick Beato é incrível

[@RobertoBZL]

Zerei a vida vendo isso. Rsrsrs 😍

[@VictorVarelaa]

''This is BAIÃO" kkkkk

[@edsongomes6562]

Pensei a mesma coisa quando vi kkkkkkk

[@letstravel3878]

Brabo!

[@brunofranca3718]

Foda o Kiko desenrola d+

[@michaelscottcutler3627]

Certainly one of the best interviews you've ever featured, Rick. Dude's so personable, well versed and skilled. Extraordinary!

[@philmckenna5709]

I had a smile on my face all the way through this interview. Really enjoyable and informative to listen to him.

[@williamoliveira1409]

That’s the Brazilian way of living. We’re kinda friendly and positive

[@SlayeCohen]

Mozzart Mello, the best guitar teacher in Brazil, guy is a legend.

[@bhargavpandya9189]

this conversation was so interesting! 35 minutes was not enough for me. Kiko is one of my absolute favourites!

[@davidbridgham3680]

This was a great interview. Kiko has so much he can tell us about playing guitar. I get the idea that we just saw the smallest snapshot of what he knows. A real treasure!

[@nordicguitar8395]

You should hear him play piano and classical guitar.

[@henry247]

@@nordicguitar8395 Yeah I was hoping he'd pick a classical guitar at some point

[@HabAnagarek]

@@nordicguitar8395 and bass! Watch him shred Jaco on a uke bass

[@wilmathewisp8252]

Kiko is such a nice guy. And one of the most complete players out there🤘🏽

[@youtubedofabio]

Amazing Interview. As a Brazilian, I was proud to have such a humble and talented guy in music.

[@paulmdevenney]

I feel like this only scratched the surface. I wish there was a part 2 and 3 exploring training techniques etc. I'd love this guy as my music teacher. Good communicator, deep knowledge of musical influence, and a great shredder.

[@rodrigomaximo1034]

He has a lot of content about teaching, some courses too. Look it up

[@arthurbc6]

Part 2 and 3 you find in kiko’s guitar academy

[@andre77coelho]

If you guys watched Rick's interview with Mateus Asato, you will remember that Mateus commented that one of his biggest influences is brazilian guitarist Juninho Afram. So, Juninho was a student of master Mozart Mello. In addition to Kiko and Juninho, Mozart was also a teacher for Rafael Bittencourt, Edu Ardanuy and other great Brazilian guitarists. His a guitar legend! So happy to see that Kiko mentioning him to Rick. Cheers!!!

[@lean84]

I discovered Kiko when he was with Angra, and you could already tell how talented he was. So glad he made it so far! Cheers from Argentina 🇦🇷 🇧🇷

[@lusario2650]

Same. Angra was one of the greatest bands of all time

[@matthewarms3786]

Loved his work with Angra, though being a drummer first and vocalist I gotta also give love to Aquilles Priester and Edu Falaschi from the Temple of Shadows era of the band.

[@PhuketMyMac]

I go back to "Holy land" and "Angels cry" once in a while and man, these were great albums and they bring back a lot of good memories. I miss Andre!

[@lusario2650]

@@PhuketMyMac Andre was an incredible singer! I really enjoy Edu as well, but Andre had an unparrelled gift

[@Mackota_]

@@matthewarms3786 I totally agree with you, that's one of my favorite albums... I don't know how Kiko didn't mention Angra, specially when he was speaking about Brazilian music and metal. Sorry for my english

[@matteogiberti3297]

Kiko is amazing! One of the albums permanently in my car that I always listen to when I have to drive for a while is His solo masterpiece No Gravity.

[@scottsdale4899]

You know, I hope the musical world on KZbin realizes what a true gem Rick is. He seems like such a genuinely good human being that really loves what he does. Watching his videos is like watching an old friend and I have never nor will ever have the pleasure of meeting him in my lifetime. His interviews are so incredibly good. His interaction with the guest and his really well thought out questions that never ask the typical crap every other channel asks is amazing. Love the guy.

[@gustoppa]

Tesouro no canal do Rick. Que orgulho! 🇧🇷

[@igornogueira5281]

Exato! Entrar no canal do mestre Beato é um honra

[@serhatgultasli]

Wow when i translate this to english youtube translates brazilian flag to american flag lol

[@BaZoOKeT]

Quando Rick assiste você tocando e manda um "WOW!" tão espontâneo, você só pode ser o Kiko Loureiro.

[@syniister7055]

That is very true bro

[@blackcitadel37]

I wonder what'd be Rick's reaction to Jeff Beck playing right next to him.

[@Nickshreds890]

The exercise where he shows us to play without pushing down hard is so useful!! Too much tension can really harm your playing. So I'll he sure to add his exercise to my daily practice routine ! Thank you so much Kiko and Rick!! The information in this video is very useful!! 😊

[@petroniocarvalho9783]

Kiko's english is sharp, damn!

[@77Matt]

The level of this musical conversation is just so beautiful. Two masters showing mucho respect for each other. Thank you for letting us be a witness.

[@patrickjordan2233]

🔍🎯🔍👍👍

[@carltonblend]

muito*

[@joaovictor20101]

@@carltonblend sempre bom lembrar esses gringos de que a gente não fala espanhol😂

[@imac29]

Wow!! I Wasn't expecting that. GREAT interview. Kiko paying respect to all brazilian greats made my day, specially because he's on the way to become one of them.

[@annanikia7949]

Totally!

[@markitekt9]

Exactly!

[@SudsRegal]

I remember seeing a KZbin video of Kiko having this awesome backstage conversation with Tosin Abasi about a year ago. They shared ideas, shared a guitar, talked techniques and discussed the origins of many of the varieties of Brazilian music and being utterly blown away by Kilo’s vast knowledge and his amazing guitar abilities. It was really a case of Tosin being the student and Kiko the teacher.

[@tristanavakian]

Not only a great clinic on technique and vocabulary - but more importantly, creativity. Pure class.

[@TheSkinsFactoryInc]

I've never heard of this guy, but i love him! LOL So easy going and so damn talented!

[@tomsmith4542]

His ex-band Angra is the best band in the history of America (North and South)

[@tomsmith4542]

ok.. I forgot Dream Theater and 84-94 Queensryche. So, they are the 3rd best apparently, along with Fates Warning and Shadow Gallery

[@joesatchton212]

Kiko is a monster player, period. So much of his solo work in his discography is filled with mind-melting playing. His rhythm, "swing" and Latin melodic sense are simply superb. Yet again, Rick Beato comes through with an amazing conversation. THANK YOU RICK AND KIKO!!

[@Electrichead64]

I saw him live his first tour with Megadeth and he was definitely jaw dropping impressive.

[@megatonesilva6546]

I've seen him play live with Megadeth four times, each time he got closer and closer to playing how Marty wrote the notes........the part in this video interview where he says some thing like he doesn't play Marty's solos note per note is true, and I heard him play what he means when he says he does his own thing but makes it sound similar. I think the only people capable of playing Marty's solos note per note are Marty and Chris Broderick......... Broderick is a robot when it comes to him playing anybody's else's solos.

[@FullMetalCyborg]

Should listen to Angra as well

[@Bobby-ii5hg]

I'd like to have Kiko as a guitar teacher He's really good at explaining the guitar You can see his passion

[@IcaroRamosDM]

He has some videos teaching music

[@MonsterGuitars]

Rick: "Kiko, Welcome." Kiko: "Welcome." 🤣 I love this man's work, great interview!

[@metalisandman]

So who's welcoming who 😂

[@Renzo8375867]

In Brazil saying welcome is a greeting

[@JustFelipeBrito]

LMFAO HAHAHA

[@louzadagarcia]

​@@Renzo8375867 no, it's not! When someone says welcome (bem vindo) in Brazil, the answer is thank you (obrigado).

[@camilo62693]

haha I haven't noticed that, that makes sense, his english skills was somewhat off in this interview

[@LUckybones25]

Kiko is one of the nicest guys ever, and an absolute monster player.

[@mitchweiner]

Have you met him?

[@thenico92]

This is a masterclass of Brazil music history. Muito obrigado Kiko.

[@tonypsn8]

kiko is very virtuous and focused on what he does. deserves a second part. wow

[@douglove2412]

These guys talk a different language about music than this bluegrasser can really comprehend, but it is a beautiful language and wonderful to hear. The talent here is something to behold, something I would have never had a glimpse of, it weren’t for Rick Beato’s channel. Megadeth is so far off my radar, this would all be unknown to me. KZbin is magic. I’m so grateful to live in this era of accessibility to genius and superstardom at any time, at no cost, literally at the fingertips. Thank you!

[@johnm5587]

Your comment deserves more likes. I completely agree, it's amazing to live in a time when we have access to so much talent.

[@ItsMeAndru]

Curious coincidence: Kiko has a great song called Beautiful Language.

[@douglove2412]

@@ItsMeAndru awesome! Love that beautiful coincidence!

[@Md-ht3cg]

Totally agree! Music is a universal language. That's my favorite thing about it. You can dive waaaay outside your normal style and come away with an appreciation for it. I'm a huge metal head but I absolutely love bluegrass and the Winfield festival, and jazz, Sinatra, Bessie Smith, Americana, you name it. You might even be surprised how many metal fans love bluegrass or other styles!

[@samo2336]

I was blown away the first time I heard Beato breakdown a song! His format is just incomparable, yes what a blessing!

[@alex.antolini]

Oh boy. As a Brazilian who lives in the US and a fan of both, what a privilege it was being able to watch this. Sensational interview (and what a master class!) What a humble, knowledgeable guy. And, yes, Kiko playing baiao for Rick... That was amazing.

[@paulogoncalves8587]

Tu és brazuca?

[@ronmccaskill4216]

Kiko is Music personified, such a joy. There is nothing that will hold him back or cap his talent.

[@BigZ_4i20]

Masterclass. Kiko could definitely be a professor at Juilliard or Berklee

[@RC32Smiths01]

Megadeth is home to so many inspiring and legendary shredders. Simply one of the greatest bands in the history of Metal.

[@itsalwayssomething7490]

This has to be my favorite lineup in a really long time. Kiko and Dirk is like having every player to ever play in Megadeth, but in two players.

[@lusario2650]

Kiko was incredible long beforehand

[@bankruptbritain6103]

I think Slayer are the best

[@tiago2336]

Bro I love Kiko and all but cmon... Megadeth? The greatest band? Man, cmon xD

[@johniscariot5582]

@@tiago2336 he said 'one of', not 'the'...

[@lovemesomepollo]

Did not expect a full-on master class. This is awesome, thank you both!

[@emilucha6244]

Kiko is a living testimony that BENDS MATTER!. Among his fantastic playing abilities, the one that I enjoy the most is the tension and feeling of his bends and vibratos that take each of his solos to whole new levels. Stating that guitar is one of the very few instruments that allow this kind of expression is spot on.

[@luisnunes3863]

Sure. Bends got a bad reputation from a certain type of boomer guitarist bending the same string for half an hour and acting like that's some kind of awesome, other than awesomely poor taste. 😉😉 But a good vibrato is highly prized to this day in metal. Another master of vibratos and bends in metal is André Olbricht of Blind Guardian. You might want to check him out. Mirror, Mirror is a good start.

[@justinreynolds3935]

How you play anything clean and fast. Over and over and relax. Dude obviously put in his work. Phenomenal player

[@chrispyy606060606]

He’s got some of the best economy of motion of any electric guitar player I’ve ever seen. He’s unbelievably good!

[@mikeg6666]

Kiko is an incredible guitarist and seems like a genuinely all around nice guy , I follow him on his KZbin channel and he's a down to earth guy who never comes across as condescending or cocky!

[@italozanoti7180]

In Brazil he got that cocky reputation in workshops and Angra fans, but maybe was just a fase, he is very mature now. Or maybe some ppl just cath him in a bad day

[@mikeg6666]

@@italozanoti7180 Who knows people change , he doesn't have a reputation of being cocky here in the states!

[@johnvodopija1743]

This was a pleasure to watch. Kiko’s deep knowledge and understanding of music influences is impressive. Massive respect! 👍😎🇦🇺

[@calmestcrusader1168]

Kiko is so dynamic . His great advantage is his willingness to learn all relevent music styles. That has created a full arsenal for him to access whenever he choses. What a great guy as well. Thank you for sharing so much.

[@WittyName44]

This is an absolute gem. Such a good guy. Such brute force-dedication to an art.

[@alextheobserver1573]

OK I learn more in 35 minutes that I have about music in years. I had been listening to this guy on Pandora and I liked a lot of his solo work but I had no idea just how much of a knowledgeable individual he is. This video blew my mind from start to finish. He’s an insanely awesome musician but on top of that he seems like a super amazing guy. I’m definitely going to show this video to my brother today. Because he is a guitarist and I think you’ll find it very interesting. As for me. Well I’m gonna dive in and check some more his stuff out.

[@joelandino364]

Angra is one of my favorite bands ever. The way they combined Brazilian music and classical music with metal is something I had never heard before and still have not heard anyone else replicate it.

[@sarys73]

I've never really payed any attention to Kiko because I'm old school Megadeth. When he joined the band I was like "ok the 1000th new member" skip! But this video makes me want to find other stuff from him if there is some. Dave's music no longer does it for me like Peace Sells. So here's crossing fingers in hope there's other stuff I can find on this guy. Anyway, if I didn't make sense, well my only excuse is, I have been up for about 28 hrs, but I'm glad I'm still up or I wouldn't have bothered with this video uncle Rick. ty both.

[@progarrett]

If I may, he has solo instrumental albums that has a bit of everything when it comes to his influences, but if you're mostly into metal check the Angra stuff from his era. I'd really recommend it. Nova Era is a great song with one of my favorite solos to this day and a good sample of what Kiko was into before Megadeth (gotta note that there's 2 guitarrists playing there) cheers

[@neilmurphy7594]

Kiko's solo stuff is great. I was really impressed here by both the depth and breadth of his musical knowledge, and his humility.

[@arthurmallmann5768]

Angra

[@frankierodriguez8661]

Check out his album Universo Inverso. You’ll be amazed trust me

[@trimtrovewellness]

Follow Kiko on KZbin. It will change your perception

[@duwop544]

What an intellectually artistic person. Am floored.

[@nicolasspray]

14:43 Rick said "baião" literally perfectly i never seen an english speaker saying the letters "aião" together so well, like a native portuguese speaker lol

[@pauloricardodaluz297]

Já era !! A brazucada rebenta

[@mauroloureiro1781]

English doesn't have the sound ão, if you ask them to say João for isntance they'll say Joao

[@Guitargate]

I've been saying this FOREVER.... the UPSTROKE is the heaviest part of metal rhythm guitar. You miss so much when you downstroke for life. I used to catch so much flack at GIT (and still in the YT comments) from the metalheads for using upstrokes in rhythm parts.... but that's where the real sauce is. Not surprising that Mustaine made sure his players got that nuance.

[@repetitivemotion]

Never heard of this guy but I’m fascinated by his technique

[@jackofallstrings]

Kiko is just a bloody legend. Period. Love you dude.

[@JohnGaray]

KikO showed the gratitude we all should have for Ricks work.

[@jimphilidor9031]

I didn't know Kiko had this rich musical history, but I can hear it in his playing. He's such a tasteful guitarist and not just someone who plays fast.

[@SBarbati]

Watch his interview with Tosin Abasi on his channel. I think you will like it.

[@zmlhezmlhe4843]

listen to his "universo inverso" album he has a lot of jazz influenced stuff there

[@7BlueDodger]

Both of these guys are so damn knowledgeable when it comes to music history and theory. Makes me want to get better 👍 So inspiring 🤘 This could have easily been a two hour conversation and I would have watched the entire thing in one sitting. 👍

[@derekbilston9290]

What lovely guys who really know their stuff. World class.

[@davidrockey7190]

Absolutely 🤗

[@DanielLima-ez7he]

I admire Rick's restraint during the interview. Ask the questions, let the guest talk, and don't interrupt. So many people don't understand this concept. Thank you, Rick! It shows respect for both the guests and the audience! Keep up the great work! Rock it, brother!!

[@frankierodriguez8661]

He ALWAYS knows how to get the best of his guests. Never asking the typical questions every people make. He’s truly so smart, hell y could be not a musician but a bloody astronaut for that matter. Merry Christmas 😎

[@FishingSGsWild]

a few strings and a pick... yet a whole lifetime of musical wisdom in this 35mins of interview.. EPIC !!!

[@gitarmats]

Kiko is such a badass guitarist and also a cool dude!

[@TheNadaladaDOTnet]

Rick this is really one of your finest interviews, and, you are really evolving to a place where your style, vocabulary and approach is so obvious yet not in the way of a good discussion. On top of that, you let Kiko be himself and talk 80% of the entire video. I also have to say, what a lovely guy. The humility he projects is just really really good to see. And man, what a crazy talent he is. Well done sir.

[@themaestro1680]

This high school music teacher just became a fan. What a treasure…fantastic interview, Rick

[@Alexandre_0]

It's pretty funny you call this a treasure as we literally call Kiko "the treasure" in Brazil

[@themaestro1680]

@@Alexandre_0 That's amazing! One thing I've learned in my study of music around the world: Brazilians KNOW their music!

[@zoranbl1990]

Love Kiko. One of the greatest guitarists in the world today for sure. His work with Angra had some of the best power metal songs ever made. Amazing guy

[@chrislira3574]

Yes! Holy Land in particular is a masterpiece. Carolina IV, the title track, and my my power ballad ever- Make Believe. So much to love.

[@frankierodriguez8661]

i love kiko to bits. his album Universo Inverso is really a masterpiece

[@ziggystardust1751]

All of Ricks interviews are so incredibly rich.Thank you Mr.Rick Beato for bringing all these interviews!🎉

[@TheSilverGate]

Definitely the best Megadeth album in years, Kiko is a great addition 🤘

[@lilian896]

I've become a Megadeth fan today. 🖤Kiko seems like such a wonderful person.

[@PaulieMcCoy]

Just today? Listen to PSBWB till Youthanasia. The rhythm riffs, the leads... it's great.

[@mvunit3]

Checkout his previous band from Brazil "Angra" too!

[@XENONEZZ2]

What a fascinating interview....Kiko comes across as such a clear thinker....so refreshing !!.

[@colinohare]

Not a Megadeth fan at all but this guy is a monster player. Seems such a nice guy as well which is always great to see. I'll be checking out more of this guys work. Absolutely brilliant interesting interview.

[@brunolins1330]

Angra: Holy Land and Temple of Shadows

[@Micky199797]

No way I was waiting for this. Kiko is amazing

[@Esma_A]

Me too 🤯🥳

[@davetuttle1105]

Right?! I couldn't pull this up fast enough!

[@Isabella_31]

Same here!

[@lo-firobotboy7112]

Wow, this man REALLY knows his instrument.

[@RJB_TV]

Kiko speaks a lot through showing and playing and I love it

[@stevenramirez4243]

WoW... Even do I´m a terribly bad guitar player, I had enjoy this video immensely... I´m completly jealous of those getting this in a deeper way... Let´s enjoy this moments! Greetings from Costa Rica!