MUST SEE GUITARIST SHREDS MAGGOT BRAIN

[@PeytonWatson-b6x]

As someone said somewhere “if they don’t play Maggot Brain at my funeral, I ain’t going”. Amen

[@jivepsilocybe993]

I love to see a musician who feels his music so physically!

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks! It's important to feel it. Without passion, its hollow and meaningless.

[@SONJASAVEDBYGRACE]

Michael Weber yes!

[@jayskywalker5049]

Now that's how you play period

[@katrinahutton5324]

Yes!!!!

[@lugulk5541]

That fuckin drumer though...

[@onthemenu7413]

From the grave...A smile just formed on Eddie's face...

[@MichaelWeber]

That means a lot. Thanks!

[@bertc2314]

Yes Sir!!!

[@blackbuddha8167]

Yup

[@karladamuszak5634]

a street junkie played the lead

[@thedivineone6408]

karl adamuszak really dumb ass comment

[@nick281972]

he gone somewhere else just look at his eyes no longer on planet earth, he is now the music.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@steviejames1655]

Go son go .....

[@michaelblandford5087]

Michael Weber ! Phenom does not do u justice my friend !

[@stevedempsey1868]

Wow he is music....

[@GrimTheReaper3599]

He went to psychedelia bro 😂

[@michaelshearer3559]

This is absolutely incredible. Ive seen many guitarists try to cover this song, and Eddie is much like Jimi, and you really can't recreate their work. You can only interpret it with the right feeling, tone, and emotion. Michael does that in spades.

[@40nights40daystv]

If lsd became a person this guy would be it.

[@MichaelWeber]

Haha!

[@sasfunc6170]

Funny you say that. While watching this I was thinking I used to do a lot of drugs to reach here. Now, all I have to do is go to KZbin. That weed on my counter is superfluous.

[@bangtanboys69]

@@MichaelWeber dude..you were on fire..the best cover of maggot brain ive heard so far..hats off

[@derekspagnola4111]

This song was written by two guys tripping lsd together. We wouldnt have thissong w.o lsd. Just like if null gate n Steve jobs disnt take lsd we wouldnt have internet. Our brains are the keyhole and lsd is the key. Even on a molecular level it looks like a key going into a perfectly shaped key hole. Check it out lol.

[@denismacdonagh7077]

Wow what magic love it

[@kevinneal1526]

Possessed in a GREAT WAY!!! BEAUTIFUL MAN!!!

[@Herm.Q-92]

The fact this doesn’t have millions of views is nothing short of criminal. When true talent doesn’t get the recognition it deserves... it’s deeply upsetting.

[@abhinavjain9264]

Bro this still doesn't have a million views, whyyyyyyyyy, it doesn't make any sense

[@Amethys12]

So spread the word! Help a talented musician out!

[@abhinavjain9264]

@@Amethys12 let's do this man

[@legalizemedicalmenudo2002]

I love MAGGOT BRAIN. I've heard thousands of versions. THIS is Great.

[@MichaelWeber]

That means a lot to me!

[@caringmouse5385]

Yes check out violin 🎻 version also by some lady.

[@laurabrown3953]

Michael Weber you rock man! 🎸🎶🎼🎧

[@rickguimond1640]

You rock that shit man, best song ever.

[@tropicsalt.]

100% agree. You can study a sound all you want, but to get it that close takes emotion and extreme talent. Congrats.

[@RickO.-vq8oh]

I have not been stunned by a performance in years - WOW! This is INCREDIBLE

[@msdemeanour]

9 months later that guitar had a baby 🎸

[@markojack15]

A+ for the facial expressions alone lol.

[@MichaelWeber]

Haha thanks!

[@jayskywalker5049]

Yeah love to see that feeling

[@KutWrite]

At first I wondered "I didn't know Jim Carrey played guitar." Wonderful solo.

[@pranjalswarup8621]

Omg. You are special, man. So much feel. Nothing but admiration. Your version reminded me of why I fell in love with this song so many years ago. Cheers.

[@Jknworeaper]

Those facial expressions come from the notes hitting the soul. Reminds me of Carlos Santana. This is one of the greatest songs I've ever or will ever hear. It, at one point, took everything out of me, than gave me everything I needed at the time very few songs can bring you down and pick you up. It's like magic.

[@lemondishonor7736]

Agreed.

[@mitchellnelson6249]

I've always made those faces playing and even hearing righteous licks! You're right, it's when you're connecting to the notes and vibing with that primal human element of music that connects all races, peoples, and tongues. You can't help but just jam out and that's a full-body experience! 😎

[@astranger448]

Yep, compare that to Buckethead, he can play the same thing without ever blinking an eye ;-)

[@moe_fahmi]

💯

[@DaltonBroomeKentucky94]

I typically make the most worst cringy faces whenever I really get into it. If im playing it loudly, expect a weird face.😵‍💫

[@4696885415]

Watching in 2022 from Oak Cliff, TX ❤

[@woodenfurnace2396]

This is it my child , you got it.Maggot Brain is explanation of present moment through emotion channeled through a guitar. The reason people can't nail this song is because you can't recreate the emotion Hazel felt at that moment he played it , yoi nailed it and you made your own version. It's your state on that stage that was put in notes , let it pour out of you. I take my hat of to you.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks so much! It means a lot.

[@dxwallace55]

Well said.......

[@emmaboniface9080]

What a performance. IN-FUCKING-CREDIBLE. One of the BEST Maggot Brain covers I have ever seen.

[@harrykelley1764]

He is the music and the music is he.,,,,,,That was magical brother

[@crazyitalian8411]

This is the best version of maggot brain on youtube, honestly, phenomenal michael! I played this clip about 50 times in the past week

[@TrickyGomez]

When I was in High School, WMMS radio Cleveland would play this song very very late on Friday nights and I knew I needed to go home pronto! Love your work on this!!!!

[@davidblackwell8678]

I've seen Michael Hampton perform this in LA and London 1978-79 I thought I had seen the best, that has now changed. Thank you young man for making an old man very happy.

[@jazzibee]

Anyone can copy a great song, let him be called great after he has written his own hit.

[@dxwallace55]

"There's life before playing Maggot Brain, with all its confusion and complexity, and there's life after playing Maggot Brain, with all its clarity and tranquility" -my quote

[@fitzml1485]

I just saw this amazing musician perform in Warren Ohio. With his musical prowess, stage presence and top-notch band, he's clearly destined for great things. And he was nice enough to stick around for a meet-and-greet.

[@dxwallace55]

Yeah this is the best I've heard behind Eddie Hazed and Hampton......

[@EinSofVirtuoso]

Style, Tone, Technique, and most importantly, FEEL. Hope you continue your journey through the realm of music!

[@MichaelWeber]

EinSofVirtuoso Thanks so much!

[@NicTadaronne]

Wow ! You killed it ... No word can express that feeling you just gave me , thank alot man!

[@morganchampagne9362]

Outside of the original, and the Michael Hampton version this is the best I've seen. From 3:00-4:20 just makes me want to cry. Excellent work. I was moved.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks so much. The kind words mean a lot to me!

[@mbe2533]

The kid can PLAY! Maggot Brain is one of my all-time favorite songs and he killed it. Excellent.

[@shannonsmith7390]

I've been LUCKY to catch a few of your shows these last few years--you are simply AMAZING! Every time I see you play, you take my breath away! SO talented!

[@marcandersen94]

I'm getting this "why on earth did Gary Moore never cover this?" Feeling when hearing this. Love it!

[@Herm.Q-92]

That's because the world isn't ready for that yet . When the rapture comes to take those chosen few it will begin with heavens opening up as Gary Moore plays his angelic version of this piece. I can see/hear it now... simply beautiful.

[@ronhoffman7941]

@@Herm.Q-92 Gary's Incredible

[@koslim]

i usually dont like when someone tries too much on stage but for some reason this dude manage to transform the notes into pictures...as for the play i think its better than anything i heard out there

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@afairmen54flyfightwin89]

Are you freaking kidding me? Absolutely amazing!!! I cannot stop playing this video. And to be honest with you I must have been living under a rock my entire life because I am 37 years old a lover of rock and roll and blues and today is the first time I've ever heard this song. Thank you so much for opening my eyes to this amazing amazing song and your amazing talent.

[@bangtanboys69]

Out of all covers I heard of maggot brain this one's the best

[@sdmfanthony5649]

Actually, maybe the best and most passionate/spirited version I've ever seen or heard for real. Eddie would be proud, and you play it much better than Michael does now. Just my honest opinion.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@jalan9700]

View crazy drummer , dude has a shit ton of passion. You're welcome

[@jayskywalker5049]

BEST I'VE SEEN IN A AWFUL LONG TIME

[@samerulesapply9991]

Michael Weber You like John Frusciante or Mick Taylor? Awesome version btw

[@donnimetropolis9899]

Thats funny... and yes , your opinion

[@richardmccray6953]

This bad mutha funkster! Bless u!

[@Cloyd1]

You are absolutely meant to play guitar. There's no doubt in my mind the universe and the Earth Mother have blessed you with the gift.

[@rockchick952]

Wow! Really beautiful.

[@MrCTruck]

He's like the Freddie mercury version of Jimi Hendrix

[@MichaelWeber]

MrCTruck Thanks, man!

[@borscht7743]

TRUE

[@vvenrooij]

More like the Axl Rose version of Freddie Mercury

[@josephg8948]

I've been rocking since before you were born, and you are one bad-assed musician!

[@bluesman519]

Did that guitar owe you some money? ???...that was incredible !!!!🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@DarkSideOfThePepper]

Maggot Brain...nice piece of music. Good Choice man and great play by you.

[@drewm1808]

I was skeptical coming in. How can someone possibly play Maggot Brain? Bravo! Killed it!

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks so much!

[@jamesbondjr.85]

This is fantastic!! There have been many excellent covers of Maggot Brain. My personal view tho is Who Conceived It ?? There are many artists today who could probably paint the Mona Lisa better than the original...But, could they Conceive it? Could they reach down in their soul and CREATE it?? Therefore, IMHO, Eddie Hazel' s original piece is the GREATEST.

[@sAmiZZle82]

@@jamesbondjr.85 of course it is idiot but this kid did a great job. I don't think he was trying to take anything away from the legend that is Eddie Hazel! Just because one feels a song and wants to play it with all their heart and soul doesn't make them an impersonating attention grabbing Devil

[@hotwheels8138]

@@jamesbondjr.85 Do u even CONCEIVE the idea of how long this man spent to learn this and create his version just to show his respects. He obviously respects this song. Let an artist paint.

[@KutWrite]

Check out Harold Beane's version.

[@hugavet3049]

Just WOW! great job man! You made it your own.

[@Aristotelezz]

Never heard of Michael Weber before but this version of Maggot Brian gonna make me investigate him some more!

[@bhitt603]

LEGENDARY! I KEEP COMING BACK TO THIS PERFORMANCE..HE HAS MERGED WITH THE MUSIC AND THEY HAVE BECOME ONE..BEAUTIFUL!

[@patrickcarpin2758]

I am 66, and freakin love this song and this guy is giving me the a blast.

[@lemondishonor7736]

The definition of giving your soul.

[@MONTBELLO-fq2qr]

Michael Webber I have seen this song performance live twice and you definitely did Justice and Homage to the Classic. RIP Eddie Hazel salute Blackbyrd McKnight, Kid funkadelic, Ricky Rouse!!!!

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks so much!

[@anthonyferrari8617]

That's the spirit man ! Wonderful. This performances makes us fly

[@holyroncg]

I would have loved to hear Prince's take on it.

[@marcandersen94]

Indeed!

[@marycaballero8604]

Oh yeah prince. Jimi and of course Eddie dug that.you can bet on that!

[@nazarenkodenys]

Me too

[@christianjensenandnicolelo5934]

No doubt!!!!!! Prince is the Man when it comes to music. Have you ever heard Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers?......Highly recomended...

[@gagaface26]

This is absolutely fucking incredible he nailed that shit!!!!

[@jjoh2347]

👍

[@jonathanbailie]

Dude has some serious feeling in that song. Great song, but I love the guitar in this one, well done for sure 👍

[@jonathanbailie]

I should add that I listen to a TON of Joe Satriani, Andy Timmons, Vai, Van Halen, Beck, Hendrix, etc., and this is sadly the first time I'm hearing of this guy. Definitely going to be watching more. Great performance!

[@donpatonom9756]

thanks Mike, you're very good.

[@autoscanremaps]

Holy shitballs !!! Brilliant mate, ignore the negative stuff, you ripped the soul out of that thing, kicked it's ass and set it on fire. Great job !!

[@MichaelWeber]

That kindness means a lot. Thanks!

[@humairah-5263]

How have I just discovered this?! Absolutely phenomenal. And I agree; Eddie Hazel would definitely be proud. Great, great job!

[@MichaelWeber]

Humairah - That means a lot to me. Thanks!

[@hotwheels762]

This my all time favorite version. This and buckethead is all my KZbin consist of. Thanks Michael I play this everyday an downloaded it jus in case it ever gets deleted

[@hotwheels762]

0:21

[@ScottDaRock69]

This young man feels this music and plays it so that I feel this music. Awesome playing and thank you.

[@monicawilliams3110]

The literal representation of when the music possesses you ✨✨✨✨✨✨

[@guitarbern9474]

beautiful!!!

[@vincentsibley981]

Ok people, I've been big on Maggot Brain since it was a bonus disk in my Parliament Live Album way back in the 70's. I've heard lots of covers, I've read lots of comments. This by far is one of the best covers I've heard. I'll just repeat the best comment I've read about this song. Someone said this Death begging God to spare someone's life.

[@MrJako78]

Thanks to honor the Funk as you do...... Your cover of this holly song is just awesome. Respect.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks a lot!

[@wayneauten2859]

Awesome, fantastic....loss for words.The spirit of Eddie Hazel is happy to see this.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks a lot!

[@laurenbarkley7]

Beautifully put, such as it was rendered.

[@user-gm5by6dj3d]

All you can do is your best. And if someone else feels it you have done what you intended to do.i felt it.he is good.and he is on the road making a living playing music.more power to you.

[@patryk2700]

phenomenal, dude!

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks a lot!

[@Tombillustration]

Noticed the subtle Auld lang syne near the end there, nice touch 👌 Awesome cover!

[@roronoa47]

This man did what most men don't have the balls to do. Absolutely amazing!!!

[@robertthekjrob6431]

Just saw him last night @ Rockin on The River, Lorain Ohio. Amazing talent, future is his to command...I think we will hear his music many years to come. Quite the experience.

[@MichaelWeber]

ROBERT The KJ Rob Thanks so much for coming out the show and for the kind words!

[@1Ma9iN8tive]

Incredible ... Channeling every axeman who ever felt the pain and pleasure ... Play on good sir ... I'm 49 nearly 50 ... I've prided myself on knowing my blues and my rock ... And I've only just discovered this song by Eddie hazel and funkadelic yesterday ... By the blues demons and rock gods I have been blessed ... Young man yo ass is fire ... May your momma live a thousand years ... And may your mastery only deepen ... I am a fan for life

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks a lot!

[@ixion025]

Im sad that u are 49 and just discover this amazing song. Have a lot of pleasure now ;)

[@mach1954]

Seen Funkadelic play this live in 1979 . This lad can easily shred it up just as good as Michael Hampton and Eddie Hazel did 😎😎👍👍

[@АлександрСтафиевских-с5д]

Michael Weber super good luck. Благодарю за прекрасное исполнение. Всех благ Вам.

[@JohnAlbertRigali]

OH MY STARS AND GARTERS!!! At the risk of typing heresy, I dare say that you took this tune to a new plateau! 🎸🤯👏🏻

[@Brotherkai]

Mike. SImply stunning.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks a lot!

[@patrickcol]

"And once more with commitment" :) Your finest hour dude.

[@alexweed4life265]

i wonder if he took lsd before the concert, its almost like the music was literally coming out of him, not even the guitar. in a metaphorical, possibly even metaphysical way if on lsd.

[@MichaelWeber]

Not on LSD, but the music always comes out. Thanks a lot!

[@shipwrecked560]

wasted opportunity honestly man

[@samerulesapply9991]

alex weed4life of course its metaphysical coz its happening..

[@ThordunnHeat]

I think he would barely be able to be on the stage and play in front of people if he was on LSD.

[@dristmist7401]

Doing anything that requires concentration on lsd is very, very hard.

[@fernandomatos5639]

this is crazy good

[@josephbarker6608]

Eddie Hazel is the one and only maggot brain. When Eddie play's it the soul sings. But this guy is good.

[@leonardholifield4528]

Let me now add this live version to my top (5) Maggot Brain versions! Well Done!!!!!

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks a lot!

[@borscht7743]

The drummer and guitarist really feel it d e e p

[@Nickis852]

Got goose bumps watching! Best cover I've seen so far! Well played Michael! I look forward to watching your videos

[@epdouglas]

Absolutely nailed man :)

[@epdouglas]

nailed it, sorry!!! Unlike this dude phrasing was never my strong suit...

[@jaji9678]

Excellent playing, afucking amazing

[@bloodworthproductions4348]

Absolutely brilliant, man. Would love to catch a show sometime or maybe cross paths someday!! Keep on rockin'.

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks! I'd love to have you come to a show. To see my schedule check out www.themichaelwebershow.com

[@OldGuySailing]

Well you can see him at Rocking on the River in Lorain Ohio Look up the schedule

[@OldGuySailing]

That will be Friday May 25th 2018

[@capnclench3786]

Awesome job!!! Thank you for sharing this

[@TheDJFormal]

those are the exact faces i make when listening to this song on acid

[@TheDJFormal]

on a serious note this is some good shit

[@pyschoman9450]

simply amazing version of maggot brain!!!!!

[@gfrkiss]

serious shit....much love from London....you nailed it my friend.......you really really did...

[@MichaelWeber]

gfrkiss Thanks a bunch!

[@gfrkiss]

watching it again....and have posted this to some guitar friends of mine....

[@MichaelWeber]

gfrkiss Thamks for spreading the word!

[@gfrkiss]

do you have a Facebook page?

[@MichaelWeber]

gfrkiss You can connect with me on my Facebook at facebook.com/michael.weber.1 or my website at themichaelwebershow.com

[@michaelangelo9871]

Mannnnnmmmm!!!! You ain't no........... joke!!!! Keep playing! You were born to play a guitar!!! One love little bro.

[@fredlinne]

my favorite song all time played to perfection...Eddie would approve...

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks a lot, Fred!

[@jazzibee]

You should have seen Michael Hampton(Kid funkadelic) play live, no one played it better than him but Eddie... Eddie approved because they played it together when the Kid was 19 years old.

[@mitchellnelson6249]

Holy shit bro how do you not have like a million subs?! This was INCREDIBLE!

[@torb1958]

I was just surfing through the various live versions of the various Clinton/Funkadelic versions over the years and had just commented to myself on how none of them could touch the original. Then, I saw yours and clicked on it...why have I not seen or heard of you before this? I do not make youtube comments but was compelled to say something about this. Someone below said that Eddie and Mike are somewhere smiling...they might be just a bit jealous, too. The original recording is still the bomb, but you do it some serious justice! Will keep an eye and an ear out for more. You must do some Hendrix as well. Hope I find it. ThanX, you made my ears happy.

[@pocketlama]

@Boris Boef I'm here because of the Lili Haydn version. She smoked it

[@pocketlama]

@Boris Boef Not bad! Hot! Thanks for pointing me toward them.

[@mtalleytalley1599]

you nailed it. Bad ass

[@graywolf2107]

This is the shit that will get you in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! R.I.P. Cordell "Boogie" Mosson.....Plainfield New Jersey STAND UP!

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@graywolf2107]

No..Thank you....you put goose bumps on my arms! #EXTREMELYTALENTED

[@JamesSmith-pc2kz]

I've been a funkadelic fan since the beginning and this.kid.maggot brain.justice

[@TheOriginalBillyYO]

It's like Stevie Vai and Gary Moore had a son 😂😂

[@finchmeister1504]

You are the best live version I’ve seen , got tear in my eyes, amazing

[@natedog8131]

Could you Tab this out for me? 😂😳

[@Bunny-qi6oe]

@The Stupid will Inherit the Earth Perfect :' )

[@rickweber7734]

thanks Mike

[@UNbowed62]

Wonderful rendition 👏🏼👏🏽👏🏿 Eddie would be proud. Only thing missing is that Rare Essence...of Maggot Brain: Eddie played like he just lost his Mother; not like he was on a Speed hallucinating trip 😎

[@TheSunakay]

This Kind of passion gets me everytime the notes Flow through your whole body making IT shake to the Vibrations of Powerfull emotions

[@clixer1]

WHAT........THE........F*@K!!!!! Free Your Mind and Your Ass Will Follow!

[@MichaelWeber]

Thanks so much!

[@samdefoul3861]

Juste MAGNIFIQUE !!! Merci