Motley Crue Guitarist John 5 Tells His Inspiring Life Story

[@stevebastel7732]

John I have just started at 58 and I want to change guitar,you inspire me!!! I'm playing different ways 😁

[@user-gy8xe1om3o]

John 5 is one of my favourite guitarists but is also just a really genuine kind and honest person. Love it.

[@Sonofyee]

I've met Jonn several times, and he couldn't be any nicer. Always willing to talk music, and willing to just hang out. Never had an ego, and he never gave off that "I'm a guitar diva" mentality. John is total class.

[@chrisroberts7607]

Met John in Sydney this week. He was humble, engaged and friendly with everyone. So gracious with his time. Soundcheck was awesome. He is extraordinary!!😊

[@JjGentry-c3g]

He's one those guys that never has to act cool, he just is cool. Always polite, cool to his fans. Just a great guy

[@89Carton]

What a Humble & Amazing human, and one of the best guitarists ever. I’ve loved John since Manson. To know he’s 100% sober and such a nice person is so inspiring. Your channel is worth more than Gold. Thanks Man

[@WorstPrinciples]

Very happy to see this! I met John5 at the Kirk Hammett Fear Fest Evil in San Jose, he was such a friendly and funny guy. Love watching him talk music and guitars for hours 🤘🏽

[@pdxpete48]

That must have been awesome I'm happy you got that experience.

[@edwardp1543]

Same! Got his autograph along with Slash, KH and C Taylor

[@WorstPrinciples]

@@edwardp1543 that’s awesome! I got autographs Meshuggah, but none of the guys on the panel discussion. I was the dude who yelled “hail satan!” when Slash was asked about the Devil 🤣

[@jasonq111]

John is such a genuinely sweet guy and great musician. He’s exactly my age too. Hard not to admire his talent, dedication and attitude. Just seems like a wonderful, thoughtful guy.

[@Alex.Schmitt_]

Somewhen, somehow I wanna have the chance to meet this. I love him. Outstanding Guitarist and always smiling and kind on interviews or shows. He is one of the reason i start learning/playing Guitar.

[@scottoconnor]

I had no idea he's such a nice, easy going, honest, humble, sincere, great storytelling person! First time I ever listened to him at length. Not what I imagine a rock star guitarist to be (with no ego at all) but he's a rock star of a human being for sure!

[@Tanya_Mathews]

hahahaha

[@weekendmagus9994]

No ego !!!! Oh my god ❤❤❤

[@Tanya_Mathews]

@@weekendmagus9994 HAHAHAHAHA HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

[@WarpedRealityPodcast]

Awesome interview. John has been around a long time and doesn’t get the recognition he deserves. He’s easily up there with Vai, Satriani, and Petrucci.

[@DavidClark-vu3dw]

Hmmm, not quite.

[@WarpedRealityPodcast]

@@DavidClark-vu3dw you’ve obviously never heard his solo albums

[@ElectromagneDikk]

He really is a criminally underrated guitarist. I have to agree he is that good

[@mistersniffer6838]

Petrucci isnt right in his own mind!!

[@nocturnalferalguitarist]

I think he's highly rated by the people who know who he is. He's just not super inflated popular kind of thing, if that makes any sense .Edit; like Phil X and Jason Hook , two other really good guitarists that ppl just don't really know about

[@J.Burrough]

John is a great guy man, straight up genuine Rock Star who always has something good to say about anyone and almost everything.🤘🏼

[@wightangel]

What a great interview. In all my decades of loving rock music, it’s only in the last decade that I’ve heard of John 5. I’m so glad that I have finally have.

[@jonjohnsbakeryllc1031]

John 5 is one of the most incredible talents I've ever seen on guitar. A master of his craft. This interview was so enlightening and inspiring. Thanks for doing this interview! John, you rock brother.

[@john564holloway]

Great interview, Rock Feed! You asked the right questions. Also, thanks for adding the times and labeling every topic in the description within the interview...I've seen John5 four times and I can't express how important it is to see his show!...ROCK ON!

[@Ken-eh4hh]

Never gave John 5 much thought. I knew he was a virtuoso, but that was all I knew about him. After watching this video, I have total respect and admiration for him. Now I'm a big fan. He's talented, humble and even drug free. Very cool guy!

[@cu6454]

I never heard of him till a few years ago I don't listen to that stuff but found out he was so good and I started to listen to his different interviews he's pretty cool he dresses really good 👍🎸

[@MrJpm1989]

Thank you for doing this interview it has definitely opened my eyes on a more positive perspective. Before I couldn't quite understand why he left Zombie for Crue. John 5 is just so cool .

[@bluematrix5001]

J5 probably one of the coolest and best guys in Rock

[@spider7431]

this man is class hes one of my favorite guitar Gods watch him he is always playing with his left hand on the fret board and talking he lives guitar and it shows

[@paddytheirishguy334]

I've been a fan of John 5 since I seen him on the MTV video music awards as a little kid. I actually have his 1st performance with Marylin Manson on VHS 😂❤

[@F13fan]

Great interview! John 5 is hands down my favorite guitarist. Hate I’ve never seen him live. Love to see his solo performance live. It’s a video on KZbin of him playing a Sabbath song with Corey Taylor, Kirk Hammett, & a couple others. Love he likes monsters like I do

[@ottoart2024]

Awesome interview. Thank you! Love your channel - thank you for all your hard work!

[@lewisderfuss7537]

John5 is my guitar idol. I’ve been playing for about 6 years and have always looked up to John5. I’ve seen him play a bunch of times and twice with his solo act. Last time I got to meet him before the show started. It was amazing meeting my guitar hero. It motivated me to practice more.

[@craigrock8444]

Amazing interview! Such a humble down to earth fella and incredible talent!

[@stevenkriese3998]

Thanks for this interview. John 5 is such an amazing guitarist and human being. Thanks for helping tell his story.

[@samcrorie]

I knew he was talented but had no idea he was so nice. I have a whole new respect for him.

[@blaskostoneisded]

My group got to open for John several times in Detroit. I'm so happy that you are getting all these killer interviews under your belt, Man... hard work pays off. Hopefully one day our little project will catch your attention, then we'll know we got there!

[@anthonymcfarland5720]

Congratulations to you on this extraordinary channel! Your preparation and research that you do for these stars are unparalleled. Seriously. Kudos on your professionalism. Love this. This is rock history.

[@RByrne]

Great interview! Hes one of the best, and a very real and chill guy.

[@rondowdy4150]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! I cannot get enough of John 5! This is the next gen of rock star guitarist. Thank you for talking to him. Love this guy!

[@mistersniffer6838]

Dude, he is ooooooold!!

[@frankcouste4785]

He don’t look oooooold. He doesn’t sound like a b leager either. Let me guess Never mind you just hating

[@darrenbeavers8099]

John is like 53 ...........next gen of rsg??

[@guitarplayer1111]

John 5 is so gracious. Love him. Doesn't drink or do drugs. The new rock n roll. I love it!

[@Hawk89gt]

Honestly had never even heard of this guy (somehow) until today... Seems like a really down to earth guy, and offers some great advise to young musicians out there.

[@sonicval]

Great job by the interviewer to keep 100% focus on the guest. Thank You.

[@kennyaitkenart]

John was friends with a friend of mine who passed away a couple of years back. Her husband was Robs (Zombie) sound guy at the time. I met John at a small bar show in Northern California. After the show he and my friend were catching up and I was hanging back waiting to leave. John walks up to me with his hand out and says, "Hi, my name is John, nice to meet you." I thought it was really funny considering I just watched his show, but he's just a regular guy like everyone else. Super humble and down to earth.

[@francisgee1168]

John, you really have a great, humble energy. Truly Fantastic Artist & Human Being. Don’t Change for anything!

[@claytonknight3078]

the coolest interview I think I have ever seen! What a great guy and an awesome guitar player. More than anything just a great human being. If there were more people like him in the world this would be a great place to live!!!

[@ronarmitagejr8758]

He let my brother play his guitar called Goldie backstage at Rippers Rockhouse. Great guy.

[@michellelanden3017]

Brilliant

[@DrMurdercock]

100% believe it. John 5 is a player, he is also super cool and knows guitars are just guitars at the end of the day. Too many rockstars like to act weird that shit. Super cool of John

[@tattoodude8946]

@@DrMurdercock I also saw a video where a kid brought a J5 Tele for him to sign, and he had modified it to include a battery powered light. John was so blown away and impressed - he just thought it was the coolest thing. But the amount of respect he showed this kid's guitar was crazy. I have seen other musicians toss stuff down and scribble quick on it. John laid that guitar down so gently on a table and carefully tried to figure out the best place to sign it that would show up - but the way he laid it down - I've seen people handle newborn babies with less care! 🤣 A true musician's musician. No ego and just great respect.

[@DrMurdercock]

@@tattoodude8946 I know what you mean, They handle the fans stuff as if it was just another free product from Company X. Its nice to see people appreciate us poor peoples stuff like that. A custom guitar to us regular players, is a BIG deal

[@DrMurdercock]

@@tattoodude8946 I just rewatched the video. Super genuine reaction

[@carolynpate285]

John 5 is the best guitar player that's hit the scene in the past 30 years, any band he plays with he always makes Them sound better, he has a sound and style of his own, alit of respect for that guy

[@supercub111]

Great interview, I met John5 in Reno last year before his show that night and we talked for about 5 or 10 minutes. He’s the best.

[@afterforever2765]

Wow - what a remarkable interview. Well done by of you. I am so impressed by John 5's humility and work ethic. Thank you John, for sharing your story. Much respect to you. That "unreleased" acoustic stuff with Roth is great!

[@josephwiacek8123]

John is living proof that positivity breeds positivity. I wish I had his outlook on life and the ability to find positivity where it’s been vacant for so long. And he jammed with Dimebag!

[@Amor-Fati.]

Omg I was just turned on to this man an hour ago. Im obsessed. And now I see your comment that he played with Dimebag. Mad respect

[@keithwessel3531]

Well Money definitely helps!! All these “celebrities” in Hollywood, are assholes. They have 100’s of millions in the bank & can’t give an autograph. I understand time & place, but when they have a New Movie coming out….totally different ppl. Couldn’t be nicer. Slash is not only the best for a long time, but he’s so chilled out, relaxed, and talk to his fans. This guy seems to have the same disposition as Slash. Never heard of him before this interview, but seems super cool.

[@DannyHood-j]

Hollywood is detached from reality, absolutely brainwashed. Hollywood still supports Kamala Harris financially. Netflix.

[@jake.e.wanabee5333]

John5 deserves his own Mt Rushmore with him, Jake.E.Lee, Joe Satriani and Steve Vai. I'll say that Randy Rhoads does deserve to be in the same accolades and on the Mt Rushmore with Eddie Van Halen as both of them changed the way guitarist saw and interpreted music in the early 80s.

[@keithwessel3531]

Slash is better than all them, Except Randy & EVH. He’s in that category. But I see your tag & im gonna say you’re a Jake fan 😂. Just a guess. Satriani & Vai, Nah. Hendrix,Randy, Slash, EVH. that’s a Mt Rushmore!!! IMO. I respect your opinion. A great guitarist is 1 who can explode like Slash in Guns, then be successful solo & in other bands. Slash has been Great w/Guns, Velvet Revolver, Slash/Myles Kennedy, Slash’ Snake pit. To have platinum records w/4 different bands….i don’t think another guitarist has done that. Gotta check. This dude I gotta listen to.

[@nathanthom6246]

Dude is “practicing” as this interview manifests! He’s fingering chords: noodling solos: and is offering true to a Star that offers NO Fear to get up with ANY cat that prefers to PLAY some Songs we end up loving to listen to!

[@stephenfiore9960]

…I heard Hendrix played guitar everywhere like when making breakfast

[@ronsdrums]

I've met him about 5 times and he's been amazing every time. Insanely down to earth.

[@Tommass79]

So you’ve met John 5 times?😉👍

[@MrMan-ol4ic]

I see what you did there, lmao!😂😂

[@ShanLH5]

Same! Great guy 😊

[@Laayon19]

14:09 how humble and awesome is John's mentality towards his fans. True musician 👌🏽

[@Clayton-t5i]

This is the best video I've watched lately, I watch a lot. This makes me feel like I know John, what a hang. And whoever the guy is interviewing is kickass. Thanks guys, f****g made my day

[@jamiehoover9348]

Nice , thanx a million for this, Brian 😎🤘🏻

[@chrishale9396]

Wow, one of the most sincere people ive ever seen and interview with…. How refreshing….. be a Good Person.,. Go figure

[@tyeblee23]

Been waiting for this one, thank you, it’s inspiring to know and understand being healthy is of the upmost importance.

[@denniswilliams2385]

I love John’s view that “life without risk is no life at all.” That train of thought is what separates successful musicians from everyone else in the game.

[@davidcook8323]

The more I listen to John talk, the more I like him. If there was a template for a young person to follow, to become successful at whatever they choose to do, it's John. How refreshing it is to have a rock star who doesn't drink, do drugs, and not even coffee. He cares about the fans' experience at concerts. He is truly a stand-up guy, super hard worker, and always a gentleman. Thank you John, for doing what you do...

[@randallbryant9456]

* I'VE ALWAYS LOVED "J☆FIVE"..AND THIS INTERVIEW WAS GREAT..I WISH I COULD'VE SEEN HIM PLAY "LIVE".🤟🎸👍

[@mymishi]

Wow I never hear John 5’s backstory. I have a lot of new respect for this guy. He seems like an awesome person. And an awesome guitarist.

[@cisco680]

Great interview! He’s such a great guitarist and an even better person.

[@JWF99]

Rock Feed Rules!🤘 You couldn't have done a better interview, great questions, great job!✌

[@RockFeed]

Appreciate you!

[@JWF99]

@@RockFeed Thanks! I could tell John liked & respected you & how much of a pro you are at your craft!👍

[@MGPMUS1C]

That was awesome, good job man, super interesting questions and everything. John 5 is such a great guy, I have tons of respect and admiration for him. Doing that job the way he does, he deserves all the respect you can get. Amazingly talented and just a wonderful person.

[@DawnHarjoe]

Damn good interview with John 5. So genuine, humble & very polite. He's a living legend! Plus I have a MAJOR crush on him! Yes he's my celebrity crush! He's so handsome!!

[@6280Garry]

John 5 you are the perfect guitarist that has learned from all your predecessors, some that are pretty big. You do not do any drugs, alcohol or crazy stuff that may affect your ability to play. You are very down to earth, very humble, and just a great guy to be around. I never saw Hendrix play but I was a huge VH fan as you are. Music from the outside looks very glamerous but I know that its allot of work on the part of the musicians like you. I can see you lasting at least 25 years and remaining successful the whole time. Don't change a thing.

[@JeffBisCamp]

John 5 is the best !! Good dude !! Keep On Rock'n & Roll'n Brotherman !! 🤘😎🤘🌴☀️🎸🔥🎸🔥

[@kellycoe1787]

John seems like such a down to earth dude.. awesome interview .. thanks for that

[@rhythmicbeast]

Brilliant interview & brilliant guitarist and inspiring human 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@MrTonyburn1]

Great interview! John 5 is such a great guy. he’s extremely talented yet still humble and very professional! That’s Rad!

[@leeannledford7438]

John 5, you are SO warm, personable and real. I hope that I can meet you one day in person! Such a huge fan! My father was a bluegrass musician and very talented banjo “picker” and he did something that I have seen you do……carry on a complete conversation while playing. He always had that banjo in his lap. I too grew up on Hee Haw….BR-549!!

[@phillipkeene4265]

Thanks for the interview with sure a humble and down to earth guy who knows where he is in this world. Thank you!

[@GorgeousRoddyChrome]

You are genuinely an excellent interviewer! It is thrilling to see your channel expanding in this direction, and getting better and better. Keep it up! 🤘👍✌️

[@RockFeed]

Thank you very much ❤️🤘 appreciate your support!!!!

[@war1ordman]

Fantastic content, thank you for making it happen and sharing with us.

[@fotog04]

John5 is such an inspiration in both skill and morality. Such a generous person. Great interview!! Thank you!

[@twobarsfourstars]

Such an awesome interview, great to hear John get the space to share and the respect you have for him in your discussion. Thank you!!

[@freedomtobeintheknow-kryst9705]

First interview I've heard of him, and this guy's thinking process is a win for me!

[@jimmycrabtree-tb6jc]

Thanks! Great interview with a fantastic musician!

[@nessadreamz7061]

I already liked him now I have a new found respect for him. 💯

[@MascarasMil]

One of the best interviews. You gained a subscriber!

[@williammetcalf7239]

That was awesome. John is so great.

[@carlarice9733]

What an amazing person 🎸☠️⚘️ Total professional and cool af

[@WhatGrenadeWhere]

Heck yeah bud. Great interview. Keep them coming.

[@pattikent7415]

Great interview can’t wait to see John 5 play with Motley

[@SteveJones379]

John 5 is a Monster guitar player!!! 🤘& Great person! ☮

[@Lifeofapicklelover]

What an amazing interview. You have yourself a phenomenal job. Sending horns all the way from Adelaide, South Australia 🇦🇺

[@RockFeed]

Thank you!!!!

[@anthonymcdonald3167]

John I think that guitar was your therapy awesome guitars Glad I got to experience John 5 in my lifetime and I'm 60 heavy metal forever

[@Drawfornoone]

This dude is so kind and nice very inspiring individual

[@johnr1348]

Wow what a nice guy! It's so nice to see that!

[@yongkim777]

What an excellent guitarist👍👍

[@frankcouste4785]

Now that there is a perfect example of a genuine man. What a great soul, he has war spirit have one phrase it. Not to mention amazing guitar player.

[@kenb9514]

That was a awesome interview

[@weekendmagus9994]

This is CARZY !!! All my life, I’ve watched and listened to Marilyn Manson songs and be like wow John 5 is really something. Now, I learn I just grew to be a vegetarian and a non alcohol user just like him.

[@patton303]

Nicest guy in the business. Worked with him in the studio years ago and he is just a rare good cat in a horrible business.

[@ayerger1734]

I'm very glad that I met John 5 at Sellersville Theater!❤😊🎸

[@Supernaut_]

That Manson story was great! Didn't know that!

[@unperson5713]

John 5 is on another level. Thanks for sharing.

[@williamprursner8125]

I'm a self taught guitarist from northern mich,that covered some crue songs in the past,thanks for the inspiration John,🎸

[@groovefretboard]

Cool interview! Well spoken guy with epic talent. Love to have him demo my guitar mod. He talks about innovation in style a lot.

[@Ryan_1997]

*J5* 🐐

[@BrisketLip]

This is a wonderful interview! Killer pc of work

[@borocamo]

Hey John! I can not put into words how happy you made me when you took my Goldie from me in the crowd and signed it on stage at rock fest with the monsters! Hopefully I can see you with crue soon!

[@paddytheirishguy334]

Where did this interview take place? And i have to say to Rock Feed, you do an amazing job! You live my dream every day!!!

[@RockFeed]

Filmed in Pennsylvania a week and a half ago approximately

[@RockFeed]

Thank you!!! 🤘

[@FJBomb]

Just saw John 5 (and Marty Friedman) live for the first time a couple of nights ago in Houston. He played a fun Crue mashup with riffs from their biggest hits. Marty and John put on a great show!

[@yungvofficial]

Ah yes٫ this band kickstarts my heart and gives you some 80s energy. Really sick band.🤘

[@Morpheusninetwo]

And this is why I like John 5! Class top to bottom!!!

[@SurrealiamPrime]

damn you know John is good when he's the go-to guitarist for big bands

[@comment.highlighted]

John 5, the guitarist’s Guitar Idol 🙂 He was just not mainstream enough for music fans.