New Years Shred Off Competition 2011 - Musicman1066's Entry (3rd place winner!)

[@AurelionTheStoic]

Back when guitarists on KZbin created their own sound ..... actually cared about content and sounding original. This man and killrbuckeye

[@ArticLight14]

Finn and Killerbuckeye have been jamming out again. Great to see.

[@dlamb4prez]

@@ArticLight14 I'm just glad to see fellow men of culture here! So glad they came back as well!

[@Cesarfro7]

2017 and I still thinking that you should have won

[@SoundofArman]

Just watched this in 2019 after not having watched it since like 2012, and thinking the same as you!

[@lorenzomcmillan9617]

2021 and I feel the same

[@selimmidikoglu5534]

Definitely

[@Cesarfro7]

Damn! 2023 and feel the same

[@zipperblues6714]

2024 and still feeling the same!

[@tomyork3583]

9 yrs later. This is still a go to. Man this is. 🔥🔥

[@blazfuturama]

Just doing my annual check in to remind me of this awesome video and solo.

[@xXxGATESxXx]

How does one obtain such epicness? Ive heard this like 20 times, and each time I listen to it it sounds that much more amazing to me. Keep it up dude. This is definitely a win.

[@blazfuturama]

Just doing my yearly listen. Even in 2019 this solo is so feelsy and good.

[@Holybeer]

always amazed when i watch this video. damn.

[@MetalstarJC]

Wow, sometimes musicman depresses me to the point of no return with his sheer ability to melt my face, while other times he inspires me to practice my ass off to the next level. This video was a first case scenario.

[@blind8000ify]

3rd place? wtf!!! must be tha fcking ONE!

[@TheRocklife13]

Green day is my favorite band since I was 4 , and forever will be, I love your music, and you always inspire me to keep playing guitar. Cheers from Puerto Rico.

[@shredder-pc9up]

3rd!? Where the judges listening to the correct song? Bunch of blow holes.

[@imglidinhere]

+shredder7144 Go listen to the guy who made 2nd place. They were all amazing.

[@tristendsmith]

@@imglidinherewhere

[@searchingserenity8929]

I come back and watch this every few months, it’s just so good.

[@justinpickle1723]

This is one of my favorites. An amazingly gifted player. Keep on shreddin bro and pay no attention to the haters. They will always be there no matter how great you are.

[@MrTkProductions]

I think I've watched this video about 20 times now, just cant get enough of it!

[@Venom2U]

The term you were looking for is “melodic”. Out of all the submissions I’ve watched, yours is one of the best compositions and executions (given the source material). And I’m happy to see your artistic tastes and skills mature. Your quite right; There’s not much memorable in a shred these days. Now writing a solo that shines within the confines of the given rhythm, vocals, as well as percussion is what sets one apart. I look forward to your future work. Best wishes V

[@boxcpl]

I respect the ending sooo much. Very cool to see the fade out on a solo that isn't just one note held. Thanks for uploading.

[@rouschno1]

Caught me off guard! Very cool phrasing and melodic. Great lead tone. The most important thing, very listenable. Well done man!

[@rjlinkon90]

don't lose this musicman. You got the music in you, I can tell from listening to this

[@LordChromeGaming]

MAn I never get tired of listening to you play dude. Evertime I get bumbed I listen to your song Memories Lost Pt. 2. Icannot wait till your next song.

[@Pierrot110194]

The tapping part gives me chills down all over my spine. You are simply amazing! Keep rockin' !

[@rhoadsmatheson2246]

Should've won... I've watched this more times than I could count. It is now 3/28/2019 and I'll always say you should've won!

[@millenwagon]

gotta say i love ur style, so much feel in this solo. It's what it's all about, mindless shredding is more of a party trick, this is true style and skill.

[@0ccupationalHazzard]

Love how the tone cuts through the other layers. Also perfect combo of technicality and melody, was memorable and you exhibited three main Metal solo techniques: Tapping, Alternate picking and Sweeping. A video on how to come up with these kid of creative solo's would be really useful for people like me who wan't to play something creative but find it harder to come up with stuff that sounds cool.

[@kofaddict695]

It's been 7 years and i haven't found better solo yet.

[@FinnMaxwell]

@Doctorfroggie With sweeping it's a collaborative act, as you essentially need to be able to get your hands working well together, as sometimes it can feel like one is overtaking the other. I looked at some of the lessons on here for sweeping, and I found that the one in Buckeye's favourites covered the same things as what I covered with my own teacher. So you could try looking at that one and see how you get on.

[@VafaMottahedin]

Nice, I like the legato feel to it. Good tone too.

[@pkmChris]

I wont ask for thumbs up, unlikely, but has someone else listned to this like over twenty times now, like me? Ahh, it's just so melodic, and it feels so ......right.... hard to describe, but really....yeah.... you musicman , is an inspiration for many of us, including me. Peace...

[@changit0l3urrit0]

Any way you play, improv, planned, it always sounds way smooth man. Props!

[@FinnMaxwell]

@budverissimo1 Actually it is in the key. It's the 2nd in the D Minor scale, which when played over the D5 chord creates the 9th or sus2 chord feel.

[@toxictwinsmne]

You truly are my idol! regardless how good someone is at guitar, your style and writing talent deserves to be seen by everyone. Amen to you! never stop playing! If you happen to live in Canada! Message me haha!

[@Jojofosho13]

Damn, man, you used to be a twig, but you're BEAST. I love your solos, always skillful and always perfectly in tune with the feeling of the song.

[@onael.castro]

I enjoy your videos every time. Congrats on placing. Since you always pick the best songs, your channel is source for my iPod playlist. Keep up the great work.

[@MeStewieGriffin]

I listened to the entries and so far, you got this in the bag no doubt about it.

[@freakwhensee33]

What I love is that your music is really melodic and not just metal riffs. Amazing man! I'll be posting vids pretty soon as well(:

[@SleepyScylla]

seriously dude... everytime i listen to this, it gives me the chills man... sick stuff there.. and i watched the top 3 winners... u were 3rd.. but, im sure there was a miscalculation... urs was the best... :p keep at it .. love ur vids man.. ur legendary...

[@FerronBlackmoore]

man, i can't get over how epic this sounds. when the whole thing picks up at 0:27 it's just awesome :D 1st place in my book, musicman.

[@XxToxiccorexX]

Wow, haven't seen your videos in months and everytime you come your songs get better and better. Nice man :D!

[@Whofretwho]

Back to the music and how Musicman has been killn it on here for a long time now. Just want to Thank you Musicman for creating and coverin with beautiful music to listen to. London ontario canada loves ya bro. thanks again. PS. that should have been #1. if i was a judge it would have been

[@xBERGLUMx]

That Lie To Life song needs to come out already! I'm way too excited for its release!

[@Rstar0718]

i know its a few ppl hating on u Mr. Musicman, but i have to give props where it is due... this is the most unique entry in my opinion, especially how u ended it. good shit as always man.

[@MRCVideography]

This is seriously one of the best things I have heard in a long time! Good job man! I am subscribed to you now and I can't wait to see more! Big fan!

[@FinnMaxwell]

If anyone was interested in the X3 tone - it was just the Cali Diamond Plate with standard cab/mic. Settings were the same but I think there was some cut on either the treble or the presence. Can't remember which. There was also the screamer on 100% Gain & Tone. Drive was at 0%.

[@FinnMaxwell]

@ComeToRejectCity Light gauge strings are better for bending, but I'm using 11's. It's more about strengthening your fingers to be able to bend the strings.

[@lorenzomcmillan9617]

I watched this video 10 years ago when it dropped and all I can say is you should have won this one bro ✊🏾

[@1990Nightmare]

dude this is sick....very skillful and very original....im very envious of your shreddin skills!! anyway keep it up cause ur one of the best ive ever heard on youtube.

[@GuitarXGodX]

Yet another insanely perfectly composed solo by musicman1066, Sweet. I love how you're only my age and you already have your own signature guitar tone. But on a serious not good job dude.

[@qtipbluedog]

Loved the ending sweeping! Love the solo man just nice and full of music. Tab it when you get the time man! Keep rockin'!

[@lund3000]

Sad that you didn't won, you deserve it, probably the best guitarist on KZbin, I've seen so far.

[@TheDrumminMan08]

Your playing has definitely improved a lot over the years, very nice phrasing and throwing in sparse but effective shred licks is always better than constantly cutting it loose!

[@CobbsterSniper]

I still watch this video at least a few times a year and I remember the day it was uploaded

[@cucarachavengadora]

The song is simply beautiful and the guitar playing is amazing! You should be in tour! (the sound and tone of your guitar can kill!)

[@p3rs0n42]

That.... was.... Ridiculous! in a good way.... It flowed well and the ending was perfect. The last 10 seconds or so.... beautiful. I'm glad you got third, but I think you deserved a bit more than that!

[@tomatoxflames]

0:30- 0:38 and 1:31-1:33 is amazing. i love that tapping!

[@TheDrumminMan08]

BTW, your bending and vibrato is really great, so many dudes that try and play lead these days just give a spastic, uncontrolled shake for vibrato but you really have it down, and it shows.

[@Ablideration1981]

Wow each video you make your always progressing. I'm sure you will take it this time. Your last entry was great too!! Best of Luck Mate!

[@GetRealTeam101]

Finn Maxwell, this is one of the best sounding pieces I've ever heard. My favorite note is the vibrato at about 0:46. Wait, all the notes are my favorite.

[@Guitarledgend0123]

Just wanted to let you know you inspire me to keep at pace with you =)! Youre one of my favoirte guitar players on youtube and you continue to impress me with every upload bro! Keep it up!!!!

[@alienraider]

woah.... i can feel the emotion in this piece.. thanks and congratulations!

[@Tristanbacon27]

This is truly frickin' insane! I wish I'd hit youtube a few years ago or something so I could have pestered you with covers to do! The amount of stuff you must be able to play's got to be scary by now; aha! Dude, you're a proper inspiration when it comes to playing guitar - if I could pull songs like this off... Well, something wouldn't be right! Frickin' keep the material coming!

[@ChunkierPenguin]

You inspire me to keep practicing and playing guitar your awesome man!!

[@meloman1055]

I say you're my inspiration. teój watch channel two years ago and still surprises me :)

[@FinnMaxwell]

@godisemo69 Thanks! Yeah, I can read standard notation as well as tablature. I'm more comfortable with tablature as I'm a guitarist though!

[@cooleug]

Man, I watched your videos when I was a kid man haha great covers and guitar awesomeness!

[@TritonPerrinMusic]

Out of all of the other guitarists I really believe that yours was the best because it is more of what I want to hear I know that. However, I do understand why you got third instead of first, but I really love this solo I truly believe you did a fantastic job and I really see you winning first place eventually. Just keep entering contests and good luck.

[@bibana06]

I didn't really enjoy the beginning, but when it comes to the fast parts, WOW! Speachless! Im ashmes of myself now!

[@rhoadsmatheson2246]

8/17/2020 Still should have won! That run at the end fell from the heavens!

[@kashkash8]

This is absolutely amaziinnggg!! I love it dude, keep rocking

[@guitarinkrys]

Man, you are mesmerising to watch play.....

[@ferrari50401]

OMG !! is this kid for real!!! wat an amazingly amazing song! youve earned all my respect and subscription bro! keep it up and upload more ;)

[@GuitarIsLife1111]

so solid, the way you play your flow is so amazing.. such a great feel to guitar. keep it up man! \m/

[@SinCityFilms]

YOU HAVE REALL GOOOD ALL THAT REMAINS GUITAR STYLE!!

[@fuzzyslippers4349]

0:33 Years later that head-nod still hits the same. 🔥

[@GU1T4RG0D1594]

this is by far my favorite one of your solo's :)

[@ferociouspokemachine]

@Bludhoundz8 The first time I started liking Ibanez was when I picked up an S5470 and I was blown away because the guitar's so light, yet it sounded so full. Then I discovered that one of my all-time heroes Paul Gilbert also uses Ibanez, and I fell in love with his white PGM model. Later on I started loving maple fretboards and, really, the only company that makes these type of guitars while still making it look sexy is Ibanez :P Mine's the G310, so only a few things different here and there :P

[@dbo808]

If this only won 3rd place I would really like to see who won 1st and 2nd. Again such an awesome vid of your natural talent always a pleasure to watch.

[@lawzychips]

That sweeping at the end was just sick, bro

[@TwoSpiritedWolf]

As always - you are awesome. I am a fan for life.

[@boogled6969]

gl man!!! appreciate the sounds you're producing and sharing, been 2 years since i got tux via ur web addy and tux is still a major part of my comp+im yet to use reaper tho i do have it but i tend to use cubase 3 quite alot reaper for my next set of recordings many thanks :)

[@masterbeef92]

@Hans423 i have the exact same model and i haven't had a problem with it ever.the only think that happen is that the 3 way switch, the plastic piece flew off but other then that its great.

[@Reidy48Pages]

You should have won. Epic guitar + Epic ending + epic editing = musicman1066.

[@ESPdude1988]

You are a beast man, i love the way this flows sooo smooth XD

[@Andrew_Cris]

finn, you don't end up never to amaze me with your talent (: Great solo. Great Schecter. (Very Great Schecter ;) ) Great Guitarist.

[@tghoopz]

This is shredding with emotion.. Great Job!

[@joefo96]

that is just the most amazing thing i have ever seen

[@Chris12Redfield]

Wow dude oveer the years youve gotten even better than what you were,youre a true artist man xD ,keep on doin it

[@raychenbjjold]

some of the BEST note selections ive ever fkin seen, KUDOS to you!

[@ryane323]

Much love for the Green Day shirt man! One of my favorite bands :)

[@xxNiceRedBarxx]

this should have won dude... cant stop listening to it haha! METAL!

[@tripp4ever2003]

Nice ax! i play a schecter as well, a hellraiser to be exact. best bang for the buck IMO. Great playing, sounded pretty good.

[@NuggetsOfRivendell]

You inspired me to start making youtube guitar videos and you're absolutely amazing. Thank you, from your number one fan, NuggetsOfRivendell.

[@xXxGATESxXx]

Simply amazing. Inspirational creation man.

[@KeksGMBH]

Really Cool. After School a new Musicman Video, love it

[@jacks2axe]

very nice and tastefull solo mate, looking forward to you new tracks

[@bibana06]

You, Neo and Marcolizzo are my top 3. Hope you'll win!!

[@darkmercy87]

how did u not get 1st place!?! this is like the best thing i ever heard!! \m/

[@udslash]

You are the people's choice. Sick stuff man....awesome!

[@bengarciamusic4life]

Holy cow 🐄 very well done. Smooth. Fast. Versatile. Original.

[@1276magaki]

mygod musicman you are awsome !!!!!! x) i wish i could come up with such awsome riffs....when i try making my own riffs they dont sound so perfect

[@omgeeitsjesse96]

you havw such a great tone. and your sweeps are sick

[@TheBigdev23]

wow man sounds so fucking clean man i have been playing for 5 months now and i no how hard it is to play like you do so much props