Michael Jackson - Thriller Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar Cover by Kent Nishimura

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Michael Jackson: FingerStyle Guitar
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[@jakokoko12321]

its insane how he keep up that bass

[@user-yc9pr8en3t]

That and the percussion with his thump pick! Good style to have in your arsenal!

[@davidsimmons8628]

He is using a looper

[@dennix]

@@davidsimmons8628 No looper used I think.

[@raquelghibellov.1484]

IKR! its like his hands has a mind of its own

[@raquelghibellov.1484]

@@davidsimmons8628 not using a looper if u play fingerstyle for a while u will notice where his fingers go.

[@alexandervue9464]

The bass and melody simultaneously is insane.

[@seligfykspert9387]

IMHO, the three best in the world: 3º) Naudo Rodrigues; 2º) Francesco Buzzurro; and, beyond compare, 1º) Tommy Emmanuel.

[@realkoko-loco]

He's certainly fantastic, but I'm pretty sure he's playing over a track that was already recorded.

[@seligfykspert9387]

@@realkoko-loco Maybe. Anyways, he's not that fantastic. Watch these ones and I'm sure you'll change your concept of "fantastic": kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGPadpSifJWer9E kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGGsimZ3rZeDobs

[@marktyler3381]

@@seligfykspert9387 There no backing track - and those guys are great, and so is this guy. It's not a pissing contest. It's not just what he plays but how cleanly he plays it. Point out one scuff or misfret. Plus he's rhythmically super solid.

[@sure.bol.999]

@@realkoko-loco no backing track. You can see his left hand still do the bass track.

[@jeffwallace6882]

There's something good here, and it is how he's keeping his bass line through the whole song. Deserves a million subs.

[@kiddomeme3730]

YESS!!

[@dennix]

@@beatleme2 No, watch more closely and carefully, you still can see his fingers got those bass notes

[@michaelkingando4236]

@@beatleme2 just by the picking pattern alone you can tell he still has the bass notes even if you can't see his fretting hand.

[@JohnnySyncs]

If it was me, it will be a pain in the as*😂😂

[@zshathickhaque]

exactly

[@OwnedByTheState]

This kid is the whole package among finger-style guitarists! Very clean technique, groove, and he doesn't use any "look at me" technique or composition that doesn't serve the song. Simply the very best I have ever seen!

[@anton130ga1ntar]

What are some "look at me" techniques?

[@thedominion6643]

@@anton130ga1ntar excessive tapping, inability to play a whole note

[@prabhatkiranchaulagain1095]

@@anton130ga1ntar He's basically saying the "Marcin Types"- The Marcians!

[@samiylmaz156]

Well said.

[@emileguitar]

Finally a guitar cover where no one asks for tabs.

[@vicochico]

looool

[@viniciusg.p.]

Obviously 😅😂😂

[@BernalProducciones]

i want the tabs

[@fingerstyle9165]

If you are an experrt in fingerstyle .. you will understand that possible playing the song

[@person3103]

@@fingerstyle9165 true

[@ejtso]

I’m also Asian and I own a guitar. That’s where our similarities end.

[@juanancanmeza3910]

xD!

[@robertjewett9893]

Hahahaha

[@Heartwing37]

😂😂😂

[@denni8884]

ejtso 🤣

[@suerte03211978]

Eat. Raw. Fish.

[@JonnyOgg]

Keeping that baseline going during the fingerstyle melody was serious skill dude. Mad respect

[@realkoko-loco]

And also...he's playing over an already recorded track.

[@donricchio4817]

Jason Kaiser true. I’m hearing slaps but he ain’t doing it

[@viniciusrosa8209]

@@realkoko-loco and???

[@donricchio4817]

Vinicius Simoes Pessoa Rosa I know who recorded the audio for the video. It’s prerecorded with three parts and the video is emulating what most of the parts are doing. Great player for sure. But it’s not one take. My comment seemed unkind so I’ll end by saying the guitarist is fabulous. Cheers

[@viniciusrosa8209]

@@donricchio4817 Oh sorry,I thought you are a hater or that guy who were in every comment saying I'ts prerecorded.I know It's prerecorded but he is doing everything in this video even if not in one take.I apologize for what I have said to you.Wish you a wonderful Merry Christmas

[@daniellorca4452]

Top ten player in the world, no question. It is not only the technical aspect, but the sensitivity to the music. It appears to not be humanly possible. Thank you

[@paolom.6011]

He was 16 when he did this.

[@28adpotter]

I’m blown away by this young man’s ability. To hold that bass line like he does, alternate fingers he’s using to actually fret that bass line, all while playing the melody without missing a note. He’s just unreal!

[@edwardbryantjr.7837]

This young man is phenomenal. Anyone noticed how he was switching between the over-hanging thumb technique and fingering techniques, in order to maintain the consistency of the bass line? Great performance. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@ng28181]

He does not. Look properly. There is a double recording and video editing involved. Still pretty amazing but not.completely honest :-)

[@jc.92]

I think those times when you dont see him hitting the note is because he does a hammer-on for the bass line so his right hand is only doing the melody/chords, no bass.

[@Sif3r]

@@ng28181 Wrong!

[@calvin99991]

Absolutely! That was the most insanely solid bass line I've ever seen. No gimmicks, watch it carefully. Respect for his abilities.

[@roofdonkey]

I thought he used a loop pedal

[@brootal4234]

Holy crap, the way he’s able to keep the bass going through this while playing the melody is amazing

[@roga1095]

Have been watching these guitarists again and really can't find anybody else who strikes each note as clean as Kent. The guitar gods are proud.

[@guitarsolos89]

Check Ben Lacy's version of thriller, more next level 😄

[@Brian-gd3yj]

I'm learning this from his song book at the moment, challenging is an understatement and I've been playing fingerstyle for 16 years. No way I'm quitting though, the pain is worth it.

[@pouterbuttercup9665]

How’s it going? You able to nail it now?

[@Brian-gd3yj]

Yeah I got there in the end, I play it at the open mic night in my local and it's always well received thanks ​@@pouterbuttercup9665

[@maurices8038]

Those harmonics in the chorus...out of this world.

[@アチキハオツィ]

隙あらばベースラインを弾いてる所が憎い、最後の終わり方もセンスの塊

[@MrDfinnegan]

Playing harmonics while keeping the baseline & rythm perfect?!?! Unbelievable!! Mind-blowing.

[@ten8775]

天才少年。 技術もさることながら、 センスがいい。 いっぺんでファンになった。

[@StreetFighter2010]

“Are you here to audition for the Michael Jackson band?” “Yes, the whole band.” 😳

[@LinYouToo]

StreetFighter2010 best comment!

[@wcstrawberryfields8011]

Yes! He captures it all!

[@j.l.201]

Even Michael Jackson too...👏👏

[@frajoelyouvid]

you should add: "...and for the lead singer as well.."

[@MF-qo4fe]

not even near

[@ACGUZMAN777]

Melody, bass and percusion....hes amazing!!!

[@daslous89]

Been watching him now for awhile and I just love all these youngins coming out! They are defining a whole new era in playing the guitar! He is fantastic!!

[@獅子丸-j9x]

海外のペッテリサリオラやエリックモングレインやキーランマーフィを観た時度肝を抜かれ、日本人ではあまり衝撃を受けたギタリストは居なかったが、西村ケントさんには久々に度肝を抜かれてしまいましたー！

[@SnakesGaming2016]

incredible. can't believe there are people out there that can do this.

[@cloudsculptor1]

IMPECCABLE right hand action 👌

[@connor7162]

The best acoustic arrangement I’ve ever seen. And it isn’t even a competition

[@stephenlutz3907]

I found myself laughing through most of this. Ridicule? Dear God no! Sometimes you stumble across something so impossibly inspired, so perfectly interpreted, arranged and performed, that the only reaction that seems to be adequate is to laugh with sheer wonder and amazement. Bravo, young man! Just superb!!

[@chaplainmattsanders4884]

👍👍👍

[@winstonsmith7652]

Took the words out of my mouth. After I'd picked my jaw up off the floor. Inspired.

[@luswihart2363]

I have binged watched all this young man’s videos. I cannot compare him to ANYONE! What a future he has!

[@Bratishk-a]

Come on, man... Andy Mckee, Luca Stricagnoli, Aleksandr Misko... And I mentioned only those, which I know. There are many of talented fingerstyle guitar players.

[@sugusskeuangan3308]

Kindly check @Alip_Ba_Ta

[@ライスターホーク]

一本のアコースティックギターで、スリラーの世界観を再現できるのは凄いです。

[@angeljohn3422]

He went off with that D string at 2:07 , no doubt he is one of a kind, talented musician. Big fan !

[@enantiodromia]

The sense of rhythm, dynamics, and mood in Mr. Nishimura I find unparalleled in the guitar players I have heard. Together with his excellent technique, every rendition of his becomes an acoustic spectacle.

[@williamfurner6747]

This is the kind of playing that will elevate the acoustic guitar to the level of the great classical guitarist that thought the standard classical guitar compositions had it all! Move over Segovia there really is a new kid in town!

[@phanhuyduc2395]

I always think that classical style doesnt show off how great a guitar can be as an instrument. If you arrange a song with classical style, a piano arrangment always sound better 95% of the time. But no piano version can compare to this fingerstyle playing. This is the true power of guitar

[@STUPIDNAME99]

I'm not sure, but I think this involves magic.

[@atty.rosario9263]

Yes, asian japanese magic.

[@basedbear1605]

THIS is magic... kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHvCoXeZn652qtk

[@chaplainmattsanders4884]

😂

[@KoPlaysGuitar]

I love it how you kept the bass line in hole the song! Amazing! 😱👍🙃

[@photomotors]

I’ve never seen and heard something like this. Just awesome, incredible and astonishing. Winter is coming and I think my guitar burns very well.

[@RKDriver]

The bass line is everything for this song... Annnnnd he covered that perfectly!

[@rafaelvaldivieso481]

Simply the very best I have ever seen!

[@spencerying150]

Kent plays this incredible 16th note baseline beat between the main baseline that can be best seen by slowing down at 3:09 and playing at .25 speed. He plays it with his thumb and index finger. Once you see how he does it, then replay the whole song and look for when he does it. Basically, anytime he doesn't have to play a melody with his index finger, he's adding in that baseline. He's basically flexing... that's the Kent Nishimura way. He's styling on us and we don't even know.

[@slyfish]

Absolutely amazing. I just found this guy. I am simply amazed.

[@ben1NZL]

A truly extraordinary talent. His ability to add so much on guitar without changing the overall dynamics of the song is absolutely mind-blowing.

[@Bthast62]

I immediately smiled and started the head bob when the punch hit

[@BigBrownWolf_]

This is the most impressive thing I’ve seen in my entire life...

[@viniciuscoutopires3117]

It's simply amazing when someone that born to do something discoveries it

[@tomthebomb557]

You, sir, are the most gifted guitarist I have ever seen.

[@kevinnolan3592]

Check out Tommy Emmanuel too (not an either / or) - just - as well :-)

[@kanoandlupo3707]

Personally I love buckethead

[@Thegenerator100]

Gifted? Yes, to some extent. This fella's what's known as a master of discipline and dedication!

[@augusttambourpetersen9221]

The way the baseline is kept going through the entire song really reminds me Neon, very impressive

[@sunilthapa801]

Omg,he is genius ....how could it be possible to play the lead melody along with playing the bass pattern simultaneously??....really amazing ....hats off.

[@haverelmink]

Absolutely amazing. Incredible talent. I just hope he stays true to his art and doesn’t get sucked in, exploited, and ruined by the music industry.

[@brianthompson2089]

Don't foget, he's not only playing a melody plus bass line but he's got amazing drum sounds also!!!

[@cinematicbluesmusic]

just insane how good this is. every video the playing is so complex and clean. what a talent

[@andersonalves643]

Como pode alguém da deslike em um vídeo com tanta perfeição? Só pode ser inveja. Merece 1 trilhão de likes..

[@marciomattos6257]

Concordo!

[@wakeuptotheonepartyoverlor8797]

Tuning shifted down set of strings with bottom two dropped (5ths). Clever and smart and damn impressive. One of the very best performances on KZbin which says a heck of lot. Wow.

[@terrylee9159]

that ending. gives me goose bumps

[@syd_seiko]

he was only 15yo then.. and he has now a new 2021 version at 18yo

[@GuusMusic]

You're amazing!

[@musictoyoureyes4847]

you too!

[@bentokurea5645]

IAM Better

[@tchan131]

This is freaking phenomenal. No other way to put it.

[@JinjaSanpai]

曲の最後のスラップっぽいベースの箇所がカッコよすぎます。

[@raymondvaughan6262]

This kids unbelievable whot a talent born gifted future looks bright mate hope you're really famous after all the hard work you've put in

[@menkish3184]

うますぎる.... 間違いなく次世代を担うフィンガーギタリストです！！！

[@sheedsanator76]

I have been playing for over 30 years and I am completely in awwwwh of this young man

[@patrickjordan2233]

Just a hint, it's what I used starting out? Metronome or click track, concentrate on covering click with the bass line before adding melody. It's worked for me, but I started is a bass player before moving to guitar..... So, maybe apples/oranges? Hope that helps.. .

[@rmsamonte]

This guy puts a HUGE smile on my face! AMAZING!

[@robertcabansag5222]

You completely blew my mind @ 4:12 when you bend the D string to make that chord work. Brav-F'in-o. I would say genius, but that doesn't begin to describe what is going on here.

[@shifty2755]

3:57 Unreal. I have no words

[@yodatrdor9153]

When people doubting it couldn’t be done that’s when you know Kent is a music god.

[@DrWasim]

There is something wrong with my guitar, it doesn’t do this. I’m returning it tomorrow.

[@lesleylion5463]

I have five guitars, all underperforming.

[@ВладимирШангин-к9ф]

I have too!

[@spelok66]

Even my drumset doesnt sound like this, me too going to return my drum set tomorow

[@Hshjshshjsj72727]

make sure the guitar doesn't return you first 😂

[@sweazer]

did you try turning it off and on again, that normally works

[@jamminwithjambo7729]

Kent has got fingers he ain't showing. I think he's gotta a mini me hiding inside the sound box. You are awesome Kent.

[@ZombieSnax42069]

Those harmonics skills are incredible .

[@JoseCicero-de9jg]

Esse garoto é fantástico! Deve ser de outro mundo, não é possível!!!

[@joegonzo]

Still in awe even after watching this many times... awesome work Kent...

[@andrathebackbone2190]

Why this kid isn't famous??, he has amazing talent, people must know him!

[@1960jack]

I'm approaching my 6th decade on this planet and have been to all kinds of music events, KENT you are a music event ! BRAVO dude!

[@kyblack123]

Hi 1960Jack. I’m sorry to have to let you know this but if 1960 is the year you were born, 2020 is now your 7th decade that you’re approaching, not your 6th. I can empathise with you though as I’m born 1957, so this is my 8th decade Have to agree wholeheartedly on Kent’s talent though- Truly awesome!!!

[@1960jack]

thanks! for the Math, gee i really am a dumb ass!

[@michellestoot]

Just wanna play this song af! does anybody know where to get the tab?

[@Martin-nh1rz]

@Kent Nishimura please post guitar tabs 😭

[@gased7317]

You can find it here paidtabs.com/search/Michael%20Jackson%20-%20Thriller%20Acoustic%20Fingerstyle , they offer "Guitar Pro" file as well 🎸

[@マホーン-o8w]

ハーモニクスの使い方がうますぎるって

[@winstonsmith7652]

This is a very special talent. Just wonderful.

[@zidibasangtam3383]

Wow...never thought this would be possible...❤️👍🏻

[@kaneddavis]

Who are the 700+ people that selected thumbs down? Who could watch this and say, oh, naw, I don't like this.... really?!? Absolutely brilliant.

[@DarkHorse_-rw4dc]

That would make MJ a very happy man! Amazing Job Kent!!!!!!

[@kdugas1976]

I hardly ever comment but this is Absolute true talent. Sweet brother!!!!!!

[@intsccents]

Rocking the bass and the lead at the same time... so sweet

[@tropicalstorm339]

Don't forget the snare drum... and the harmonics.... and his fingers are singing as well.

[@blazerbarrel2]

I'm sure tapping my toes , listen over and over wow , how great !

[@dominicaytona4214]

That consistent bass lines is something

[@westonknight7474]

WHAT!!! Young man you killed this piece of music. You actually played the living daylights out of this song. Very, very well done Kent. This was very polished and professional to the core. GREAT JOB young man.

[@blazerbarrel2]

Just wow ! Still listening to this over and over . Inspiring , energy packed , and uplifting , thank-you for sharing your talent .

[@blazerbarrel2]

The 2nd version is great , but this one is rounder and is lyrical , and soft .

[@izzyjanuary]

That outro is freaking amazing!!

[@perry801]

Awesome! What's wrong with the people who dislike this????? Unable to appreciate virtuosity?

[@mbsilveirabr]

Envious people.

[@emersonsrandomvideos248]

They're failed guitarist that's why they disliked.

[@zororosario]

Jealous

[@macca8562]

Osmond fans

[@Zhorellski]

Heavy Metulz Shredders lol

[@Boegershausen]

Just great !!

[@KentNishimuraGuitar]

Thanks for your comment☺🎸

[@warren52nz]

*WOW! That's all I've got to say and I've been playing professionally for over 50 years!!!*

[@webgpu]

hmmm... that's strange. how could someone with 1/4 of your training time surprise you ?

[@warren52nz]

@@webgpu We all have surprises. I could probably surprise him. Also music is a sideline for me.

[@analizandocantantes]

Wonderful a complete Beauty, soul and rhythm

[@Martincordero86]

Maestro no cabe duda que usted siempre aparece donde esta lo bueno 😎

[@cerebronesw2122]

Yo lo conozco 😁

[@coronalight77]

Lmao whatever you say genius.

[@edwardlance2379]

I wanted to make a comment about the incredibly immense talent and how there is no one in the world that can play this good...but...I'm...absolutely...speechless! My brain is just vibrating and the only thing going around in it is EEHHHRRRRMMEERRRRRGEEERRRRD!

[@carlmarajay6019]

Kent is a band...A BAND!!!

[@scorzarch]

Besides of your technique, which is impeccable, what I truly love of you is your deep respect for the original harmonies. You do not "review" songs like most other musicians do. Bravo Kent. Michael would be proud of your hard work 🙂

[@ss8140]

So are you going to play the bass, chords, melody or percussion? Him: Yes

[@adilator]

He's also playing the vocal.

[@arielsaeth]

He also manages himself,he is the roadie and lighting engineer but his mother has to tie his shoes because he refuses to cut his nails, no what a musical talent.

[@basedbear1605]

Luca blows this away: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHvCoXeZn652qtk

[@lassesand7605]

This just left one speechless. The only word who can explain this is prodigy. Just out of this world.

[@paulseidel7541]

I can only assume the 631 people with a thumbs down are just in awe? What a talent!

[@wesleyking2212]

Ok I can't lie.. He's jammin that bass line!!!!

[@exmetal7918]

This guy has the right groove. I can feel it

[@davidd4939]

Those magical notes flow with this rendition, It was a joy to watch.great job also whomever did the video it was perfect! Thank you

[@valdirpereira5379]

Tu és magnífico, mago do violão clássico. Parabéns pra ti.

[@keith.loves.lasagna]

One of my favorite youtube videos ever. And guitar performances ever.

[@joselouru]

The different hand positions to play the bass 🤟

[@titocosta]

This channel is mind-blowing. Congratulations to you Maestro

[@bill8266]

Some people are truly talented

[@boreed5734]

Micheal was such a perfectionist he'd love this. He could take this guy with him on gigs and leave everyone else home.

[@PigsSnoutyNose]

No adults? Sure Micheal would love that ahaha! ;D

[@juliobermudez5317]

I am amazed at the ratio of likes and people who have seen this video performance. Such a great number that only shows how few people know about perfection. Thank you for such an out of this world performance. Congratulations.