Nuno Bettencourt Stops by the Studio!

[@plpinkham]

You two should really consider doing a podcast together. Tons of knowledge, and fun to listen to. Maybe when Nuno stops touring, if that ever happens.

[@DarrenRobinson]

O. M. G. Love this interview. Hope to get to see you near Chicago

[@Walans]

This 🔥

[@jeremyvonk6853]

I would listen to this!

[@michellegiardinobast7471]

I said the same thing. They have the passion and knowledge to make an awesome podcast ❤

[@mobeus84]

Uninspired. Rick has a channel.

[@marekgitarzysta5193]

Nuno is every interviewer's dream: he just keeps talking, and delivering.... - thx Rick for bringing him back

[@SuzyRN61]

Rick! We were the “old people” (your age) who approached Nuno at the VIP “Sound Check Experience” at Hard Rock Sacramento. We told him that we “discovered” Extreme for the first time through your amazing interview (yes, really!) We are long time subscribers to your channel, but I told Nuno that he was the best interview - ever! I also told him that we now have all of their albums & love their music. He told all the other guys right there in front of us, “They found us through Beato!” They seemed very pleased to hear this. All of the guys were very kind, humble, and gracious with all the fans there. They played a great show & they were definitely “all in”. We were so excited to see this latest interview. Nuno told us that you were a genuinely nice guy - and that you “tricked” him into playing at the first interview! Rock on, Nuno- you are the greatest! THANK YOU RICK for everything that you do.❤

[@myuncle2]

He's very passionate and technical. He's got no problem in revealing all his tone secrets (because he knows nobody can play like him anyway😁).

[@hoot7588]

​@myuncle2 good point!

[@yjersey]

💙

[@seamasmanly]

I found him through a Guitar Player cover story in the early nineties. Check out his solo catalog, such as Schizophonic!

[@richardround7269]

Great interview Rick… Nuno is a hoot!

[@uneedtherapy42]

We seriously need a video series called “Nuno and Rick react to tunes they love” just you guys playing bits of tunes and reacting. Watching you guys on this is so much fun… like a combination of Bill and Ted, Wayne and Garth, and Beavis and Butthead.. this is easily one of the best videos you’ve ever made. It’s loose and focused all at once.

[@brivington2011]

I can listen to Nuno chat with Rick for hours. This was awesome.

[@olddogguitars23]

Nuno is so freaking cool and genuine. Could listen to him for hours

[@johnny8771]

The chemistry between these 2 is so cool...i would listen to hours of them talking...

[@T25de]

Friends over lifetimes

[@matyourin]

That story about 12yo nuno... absolutely priceless... took me back when i was a little kid and all my phantasies were so real. Beautiful story.

[@ernestm.8808]

And they were so life and death serious

[@T25de]

❤

[@brianwagner5008]

That gig is mine!!!!!

[@cptboomshard9418]

A Beato/Nuno podcast would be epic. 30 minutes a week, recorded remotely from wherever you each are in the world. That would probably be a record breaking music podcast, honestly.

[@jordanroberts975]

Agreed!! Their chemistry is obvious

[@jordanroberts975]

Rick and nuno need a series, great chemistry

[@southsideronnie]

Amazing that Nuno would just drop in. That is what a friend would do. Thank you Nuno and Rick for sharing!!

[@patrickbell5086]

I love Nuno. He’s one of my all time favs. Pure brilliance…

[@michaelschauster]

With all due respect to everyone Rick has interviewed, is anyone as passionate as Nuno is? I could listen to he and Rick talk music all day long!

[@ianrickey208]

Rick, I've been watching you for years and I think Nuno's interview is now my favorite. Stewart Copeland is a close second, but Nuno is amazing.

[@FrankenstratAssassin]

What I think makes Mr. Bettencourt so endearing to us fans is that not only does he have NO PROBLEM giving Edward Van Halen proper due as a massive inspiration, friend and to keep his name alive, but he also makes no apologies to anyone for it either. Since 1978 when all of us walked around with that "wtf is THAT??!!" look on our dumbfounded faces from the debut Van Halen album coming out, Nuno never wants any of us.... or even himself.... to ever forget that "wtf is THAT??!!" feeling. The Van Halen invasion is a time-stamp in my life too and one that also wishes it could have continued on a little longer. Thank you Nuno for being, well, Nuno, thank you Nuno for being very human, and thank you Nuno for playing YOUR ass off in your own "wtf is THAT??!!!" inspirational right too. I know I speak for many, but last, thank you King Edward for making our ears bleed and smoke with your ferocious, jaw-dropping and magnificent gifts for all of us to enjoy-- especially turned up to Spinal Tap 11. You are sorely missed and that is another "wtf?" moment time-stamped in my life too. May King Edward shred in peace.

[@50-Fifty-Vintage]

I just love listening to these guys, especially Nuno. Such a cool, humble, down-to-earth dude... who might just happen to be the best living rock guitarist. I could listen to his stories for hours.

[@nickbebop7688]

I want this to be a never-ending thing. Nuno and Rick together is the greatest collab ever.

[@dennisperin2989]

Love that they (we) are all EVH fans…RIP…

[@gib59er56]

Indeed!!

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

We all gather around Edward’s magic! So glad I saw him

[@davedecker1725]

​@2216sammyEdward also loved Nuno Apparently Ed would play the "He man woman hater" riff at every soundcheck

[@chignutsak]

King Edward. It seems that in rock music, everything flows through him sooner or later. We old guys get it. Young guys - they get it though they may not know it yet.

[@gib59er56]

@@chignutsak The old matches with "King Edward" printed it on the outer cover. I would cut them out and pin them on the wall om the outside of EVH posters as ma 15 yr.

[@fertilious021]

I could listen these two with this casual banter, laughter and humor or hours........

[@michellegiardinobast7471]

Thank you Rick. Nuno makes me laugh hysterically 😂❤. I love his interviews. He is incredibly talented and has the best stories. The new album woke us all up. You guys should do a weekly podcast.

[@cameronwest4566]

Totally would love a podcast

[@mackenziebrewing8706]

Great comment. Wish i could give it 2 thumbs up

[@georgecaricich7643]

Thought this interview was wonderful. Rick & Nuno have such great chemistry. Loved him bringing up 8 tracks tapes. I laughed so hard as 8 tracks were so bad. Also brought back the memories of buying a 10 pack of TDK or Maxell blank cassettes so I could record albums to play in my car.

[@martinrhodes1619]

These two are the most articulate analysts/commentators on music around. Nuno is SO perceptive - not to mention hilarious! Perfect partners for a podcast.

[@VivoV-v4x]

I respect Mr Nuno.the best

[@theplaguebearer666]

Conversations between equals who respect each other are THE BEST!!!

[@Joesfosterdogs]

I wish you would ask everyone about their hearing. HOW could you play loud for 38 years and not have ringing or hearing loss? Nuno best interview....the guy gets it and is SO real for a rockstar. He NAILED the drum talk...spot on.

[@johndavenport7725]

I had the privilege to see Nuno this past Saturday at the Ryman..... 2 hours of greatness!!!! Thank you Nuno!

[@RJ-go3sn]

"They heard the cassette?" had me laughing out loud! And "We've got stuff from the 1900's!" I laughed so much with this convo!!! Nuno's such a great storyteller with a massive sense of humor and humility!! This was such an enjoyable conversation to hear! Thank you so much, guys! Watching you two enjoying listening to the drums was like all of us "regular" people!! Nuno is such an extraordinary talent, a treasure, and a pleasure! Rick, thank you so much for this! Nuno is a GOAT!

[@Mcqlfc]

One of your best Rick. Love Nuno. Could listen to you both for hours.

[@nancysmith8626]

OH yeahhhhh! Gotta love some Nuno Bettencourt. How funny that he says someone "discovered" him through seeing him on Rick Beato's channel. I'm glad I was there for Extreme in real-time as a Gen X'er. Good music times!

[@mdarrenu]

I never knew much about Nuno and his bandmate. I just really like More Than Words especially since the lyrics were things are would tell people. I never realized that he is considered a virtuoso or near-virtuoso.

[@happycanayjian1582]

Saw Nuno play just a couple of weeks ago in SoCal. Man, I can’t properly articulate how great he is at his craft, and how great his showmanship is. He’s so fun to watch. One of the all time greats. 🤟🏼

[@andrewbonica]

I’m bummed that I couldn’t make it down for that show.

[@davidpicard5376]

Hope this isn't offensive but I told my wife that your channel Rick Beato is like Graham Norton for myself. It's a fantastic channel that privileges it's esoteric audience with a distanced physicality as if you've just had an encounter with one of your idles first hand. Like playing a support gig before one of the bands you're enamoured with and the guitarist comes over to chew the fat with you. I've had those experiences but your channel is sharing this with a new or old aspiring musician. It's an amazing privilege and so encouraging to see where you've taken your KZbin channel. What a treasure you are Rick.

[@josephperreault997]

i don't

[@ArtGuitarLTX]

"...so they heard the cassette?.." 😂😂 classic Nuno. You gotta have him on more Rick! 😂👍👍

[@markmallinder7618]

Yeah that line cracked me up too!

[@brianlyall]

Nuno is truly an artist. Appreciate his candour, he's been an overnight sensation for almost 50 years. Can't wait to hear him live

[@rohanganguli7556]

This has got to the best beato interview...these two are like best friends chatting

[@arthurpierce4693]

Nuno is awsome. Such a cool and real dude

[@seanwinkel8890]

Cant help noticing that you've passed 4 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS. Congratulations Rick.

[@TayTayKemp]

Nuno is my favorite uncle, never can get tired of hearing him talk and telling us these amazing stories

[@shady1kenobi]

i never thought the sight of two dudes eyes lighting up at the subtle difference in a raw take of a piece of music we all have heard 1,000 times would make me smile so much. as if the insanity of that track isn't enough for my brain to comprehend, seeing the passion for Eruption through Rick (the best music teacher/scholar/interviewer ever) and nuno's (a prominent face on my personal mount rushmore of rock) expressions is enough to move a dude to watery eyes. one of the best chats yet, rick... the impromptu nature shows what a great conversationalist you are (as if we didn't already know)... toss one of rock's most passionate player and speakers/advocates in the room - and you have an hour of gold. thank you, gentlemen, for winning the internet (for me, at least) today.

[@ellenhenderson6865]

This was one of the best lives! Nuno had so much personality! He seems to adore Rick, so there’s that! I just love this. Nuno has a million stories, seems like!

[@marcmaroni132]

Thank you so much Rick for bringing us closer to our idols. Nuno is the most genuine rockstar ever.

[@gearViewmirror]

To be honest, the "Get the funk out" solo is the best of all times! How it starts, then when you think it's "peaking", it just goes off on another level and leaves you stunned....👌🏼🔥🎸🤘🏼🎸

[@jimyoung9262]

Totally. That closing riff is unbelievable.

[@Guttalaser]

Ok let me say one stupid thing... there is something magic happening only on the Rick's channel: two f**ing BIG stars and pros and artists of the music scene (each one in his area) are talking like two school buddies that are crazy for music and rock and gear and records (but with all the know-how they have!). The genuine enthusiasm and passion in each word and in the faces and in the eyes... wow... it's like you are there and are listening Eruption for the first time with them!!! And... to me... this is what make Nuno (apart the f*ing monster gutarist and musician he is) a no-age musician and Rick the best music's ambassador in the whole YT. Tnx both guys!

[@pitpride1220]

I'm genuinely blown away by Death On Two Legs. Thank you Nuno for the recommendation! Extremes III Sides To Every Story charged my musical DNA. It changed my life. I'm so glad you guys are getting the appreciation you deserve. I'm glad new fans are coming to you! Rick, excellent conversation! Congrats on crossing 4 mil!

[@tminus3]

The friendship you and Nuno have is the best! This is what makes your conversations with Nuno so unique. He is naturally who he is, when he is on your channel, chatting with you! Thank you for giving us this. Nuno rarely gives us this side of him and you bring it out so easily! Thank you so much.

[@jbn1237]

Spot on about music in the car!

[@davidrivera5829]

Man, the chemistry between you guy's is like long time buddies; I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it... Talk about kindred spirits! And the way you both attacked the topics was so entertaining! Thank you, Rick, for inviting Nuno Bettencourt to the studio, I not only loved the topics but, gain some information as well. Awesome interview! I Loved it, Loved it, Loved it! Hope you guy's stay in touch and benefit from the communications. I LOVED WHEN BOTH OF YOU WERE LISTENING TO TRACKS AND NUNO WAS NODING NO AND YOU WAS NODING YES... LOL 55:16

[@guillemiami]

Saw Xtreme for the first time last Saturday (03/10/2024), in St Petesburg, Fl. Living Colour opened for them (I'm actually a huge Living Colour fan, drove 4 hours from Miami just for the sake of seeing LC for the 15th time) I was totally mind blown by Nuno and the band. And on top of his playing, he's an amazing host and master of ceremony. Great show, those guys are on their prime.

[@fragglerock5696]

Cool man, Living Colour is awesome been following them myself since Cult of Personality. Have only seen them once way back in 1995! in Auckland New Zealand.. still have the Tshirt Lol. Nuno one of the greats too.. Cheers

[@kraftwerk974]

Saw Living colour live in '89 mate 🤘🤘

[@RussellBonjornoJr]

Was at that show too, with two of my sons 38 and 40, and I’m 68! First time seeing either band for any of us. Great show!! (First concert that these two sons attended was headlined by Megadeth and Rick and his band Billionaire opened!😆 Masquerade in Tampa, fall ‘99…)

[@kraftwerk974]

@@RussellBonjornoJr I remember the guitarist was wearing a Public Enemy t-shirt. That year I also saw Faith no more live 🙏

[@robphillips8351]

Everyone that knows Rick's channel is the quintessential of reviews, knowledge and everything music... High 5!

[@maxvockner]

Nuno’s got it. It’s all in your head. Being relaxed and ready is the best way to perform in the zone!

[@douglasstephens6693]

Rick and Nuno are two cool dudes to watch/listen to, such a good rapport you guys have. And Nuno always paying respects and sharing stories about Edward makes me super happy. Shred on dude!

[@playaycampo]

So cool watching Nuno and Rick. It seems these guys like to hang out with eachother. I watched this last night until l feel asleep smiling and dreaming about guitar solos. Such a happy moment.

[@jabrockobiden9434]

Been a nuno fan since 1990, despite their mtv fame im feeling like the world has finally caught on to what ive loved for a long time.

[@wendyhamm9722]

Nuno is always a riot in interviews. You never know what he will say to questions. Kind of like his playing. I am proud to have Extreme as a band come from Massachusetts.

[@stevebaldwin1635]

Nuno’s musical knowledge is on another level… unreal !

[@devinjeffrey275]

The Brian worship is so welcomed and enjoyed. Thank you both, I’ve been screaming this exact stuff from the mountain tops my entire life…and was able to tell Brian in person 😎🤛🏻🙌🏻

[@kemalozdil4651]

No one else than Nuno could make Rick laugh that much. They should hang out more regularly. ❤

[@margaret9185]

Just when I thought it couldn't get any better after the first interview, you get Nuno on again! He is such an interesting and inspiring person. His energy and passion make me want to just go out there and create my own art fearlessly. Thank you so much, Rick and Nuno!

[@woodydawg77]

This is the coolest interview I've ever heard! Two dudes hangin' talkin music. Just like we musicians and music lovers do!

[@beansandcornbread]

Saw him last night in Jacksonville. Fantastic.

[@gemmavarroyave]

Nuno is so special. Too smart to be true, so funny and passionate about everything. There is some kind of sadness deep in his eyes...it's my personal perception but what do I know. Maybe he's just tired. Extraordinary musician!!! Love ya'Nuno !!! ❤

[@jamesrichardson8920]

This is probably my favourite Rick Beato interview so far. The passion for the intricate detail of music composition/playing/ physicality by Rick and Nuno is awe inspiring.

[@mackenziebrewing8706]

I have a good friend who was the bass player for a new pop rock guy in the late 70s who EVERYBODY knows ( won't say the name, but he was from IN) that told me "stop thinking and just F*&%ing play". Good to hear that works for Nuno and many others. I have alot of work to do now.

[@sofiadreamer]

Nuno is so fun to listen to.. can't realize how long the talk lasted or will last... you just keep on listening.. ❤

[@eli_the_crypto_guy]

Nothing like an interview about playing that makes you pick up your guitar and start playing, great job!

[@phillthorpe2643]

I could listen to this all day very interesting, great stuff !

[@reesealdrich5971]

I feel like I'm sitting with them. I love having these conversations with music minded friends! . Love it!

[@gkrottner]

Ahh Rick this was so much fun to watch. Nuno is hilarious. The two of you talking together just flows so effortlessly. Keep up the amazing work you’re doing.

[@gleigh201]

Love to listen to Nuno and Rick go back and forth. I’m a Nuno obsessed guitarist so I’m partial. ❤

[@muiravenue7182]

This is the Best Music Channel on the NET - it is like the wireless radio my dad listened to It is like OLD SCHOOL RADIO - Talk Back with a COOL DJ plus the best of what is Current - FANTASTIC I learn something and meet a new sound every watch - Have to work but Start a RADIO Channel so I can listen while WORKING - GREAT STUFF

[@AndieFlowers3]

I wouldn’t be upset if you guys decide to meet more regularly to have these talks…I can listen you guys talk about music for hours!!! So cool and interesting! ❤🎉

[@RenderJoeRender]

Watching this for the second time and realizing how much I love this format because it's like chilling with friends at the bar about pertinence. More of this, please.

[@Bubs0271]

This is THE BEST Nuno interview ever.

[@talikko73]

Everytime I hear Nuno talkin' about Brian May, I remember him mentioning-a long time ago, guitar player called Ronni Le Tekro from TNT as one of his favourites. Everyone reading this, if You don't already know Ronni's playing, do Yourself a big favour and check him out. You won't be disappointed. Some Brian May influence there, still very unique, very melodic, rhythmic, neat tricks and great chops. Never showing off, always plays to the song. The guy's a genius.

[@jpsilverplaylists]

I love listening to Nuno talk and tell stories

[@unclemick8713]

You 2 guys are a modern Bill and Ted. Make something BIG together. We need you!!

[@LekkerDops]

Yes!!! Loving this. 2 gentlemen clearly like each other. Respect.

[@frankadams4586]

A couple of cats getting excited about music....that's the big difference with Rick's channel. Rick's genuine love, respect and appreciation for all things musical brings out the "true musician" in his guests. He reconnects his guests with the reasons WHY they do what they do and not just what they do. It never gets old....great stuff.

[@hollylewis5302]

Fawking NUNO!!! I'm laughing, I'm crying, I'm excited from his excitement, I'm viscerally moved by his descriptions of drums and guitars and Aja, and I'm encouraged by his humaness!! Thank you both for this WONDERFUL interview! I barely missed the live, dang it! Nuno, you exude that same joy for music that Eddie did! Rock on! Have fun at the concert! 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@robphillips8351]

Nuno isn't simply an awesome guitarist, but one helluva an awesome person, this review has kept me glued to watching it..

[@AndyEdwardsDrummer]

two highly talented, extremely skilled, handsome older men! Love you two!

[@eltenor1973]

They are 😀 so happy… two kids speaking about what they love the most … it’s got to be a weekly show !!! 🥰🎸

[@luisjosepinto]

I think this channel can easily make it to 20 million subscribers.

[@mmaweekly]

BRILLIANT!!! You gotta do more light night conversation pieces. Love It!!!

[@FreedomBirdMusicVideos]

Thank-you Nuno & Rick for sharing your insightful conversation 💟

[@jerchristensen7833]

2 Things: Thing the First: This was a joy to watch. You guys have a great dynamic and the conversation was quite engaging. Thing the Second: Rick, We *need* that Prophet Song vid! One of my family's favorite Queen songs. We feel it's criminally ignored. (And if you have it, Bicycle Race would be amazing to discuss in terms of composition/arrangment. Maybe also Good Company with that deacy amp Temperence Seven homage at the end.)

[@CIA_FOLLOWED]

Man, I love your interviews! I just wanted to say thank you! You bring people who we've loved and admired for years, but we had never had the chance to meet and see in such a personal and natural atmosphere. Thank you once again!

[@eravesi2536]

THIS was the discussion of the century. Feeling blessed ❤

[@HughJengine]

The meeting of two great minds. The energy and enthusiasm is so infectious. 🖤

[@Ibaneddie76]

The conversations between Rick and Nuno are some of my favorites, they talk about all of the music and musicians I appreciate the most! Keep kicking booty Rick!

[@rebarbadeira]

You know Nuno is portuguese because of the way he uses is hands to talk! Amazing guitar player and amazing talker.

[@flatlander92]

This is such a great conversation. I’ve seen so many Nuno interviews and have never heard that Ozzy cassette story. Amazing.

[@scott-richards]

good times. thx Rick and Nuno. cheers

[@PZ83DCL]

Nuno….! So happy he is back in the spotlight…..! What a shred man Those tones he gets is completely insane..!!

[@cbiltz75]

So much information in such an epic interview!!!

[@jgeraci1]

This guy is so captivating in this setting , both extremely entertaining and informative

[@atlharp1]

Nino is right about hearing a recording in the car. Prince used to do this. Music sounds right when you're in your car.

[@SuzyRN61]

FYI I read an interview with Barbra Streisand years ago, & she did the same thing with all the songs she recorded! Great musicians!

[@theofficialaussieshark6281]

We need a Nuno and Rick podcast 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻!!!

[@etiennedegaulle3817]

You should have an interview with Nuno once per month.

[@michaelthompson3286]

Brilliant stuff, Nuno's passion for music is blaringly obvious and infectious!

[@gotd4m]

Nuno is the shit. He seems so genuine.

[@jameschavis5486]

The show at Buckhead theater last night was amazing. And Nuno’s right! I left talking to my friend about how tight the rest of the group was. It was my first Extreme show and I’m blown away.

[@kyrie85]

Awesome conversation guys! The 8 track tape memories.. classic.