Periphery - Wax Wings (Mark Holcomb Guitar Playthrough) - Produced by Seymour Duncan

Mark Holcomb's official guitar playthrough of 'Wax Wings' from Periphery V: Djent is not a Genre - out now on 3DOT Recordings. Purchase or stream PV now at periphery.net
Mark shot this video at BLVCKBOX Studios in Las Vegas, and it was filmed by Douglas Charles and edited by Mason Wright.
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[@whatsforsupa]

The signature "I bought the whole neck so I'm gonna use the whole neck!" playstyle of Mark Holcomb

[@johnkenn1608]

It matches well with Matt's "I have all these cymbals so I'm gonna hit every one of them all the time" playstyle lol

[@scottyxbugatti]

I bought all the fingers so I’m gonna use all the fingers (including the thumb)

[@patchesO420]

the moment i hear some crazy intervals and slidey slides i know it has to be mark playing lol

[@matthewdavis8934]

Hilarious! Marks style is very recognizable. You can always tell when it’s a Mark riff.

[@soullessSiIence]

Guitar necks are very little anyways. In a couple of years you can master it. You're supposed to use it all. It's not a piano.

[@SlackWi]

No one writes riffs like Mark, such a unique style, he brings so much to this band

[@tit-an-nium5673]

He is interesting for sure.

[@DandelionVolta]

His riffs all a whole new dimension to their songs Also nice profile pic

[@maxalaintwo3578]

no one slips and slides like Mrak

[@MegaLaban12345]

Perfect complement to Misha and Jake!

[@HugoStiglitz88]

That's why he's my favorite riff master ever

[@a.pro.crastinator7409]

This sounds like if "It's only smiles" and "Sentient glow" had a child Amazing

[@muhammadnaufal4413]

i hear a little bit of priestess

[@thelastdaybreathinginetern1385]

Graveless.

[@tcarafi]

and TWTNG, guys it's just Mark Holcomb doing his thing

[@metalboy27]

@@muhammadnaufal4413 Yeah I'd almost say it's as if Priestess and The Way the News Goes had a child.

[@226butters226]

Let's just say it fits right into Mark's inbred family of compositions

[@AlexanderUrdl1]

I love Periphery as a whole, but something about Marks playing just hits different. The way he constructs melodies is just breathtaking

[@LONGname46]

It’s great with some math rock vibes in the general style of the riffs, with Misha’s Meshuggah/holdsworth stylings and Jake’s electronic elements and Patruccisms (I made that up leave me alone lmao), it’s really a great sense of what happens when all the best things combine together imo lol

[@ebearorama6642]

Most important metal guitarist of this generation

[@AlexanderUrdl1]

@@LONGname46 Completely aggree. They compliment each other so well

[@gonzoe123]

I am the same way. I love all of Periphery, but Marks songs get the most play time.

[@maxalaintwo3578]

​@@LONGname46 Jake's contributions re more subtle than Misha's djenting and Mark's slip-and-slide riffs but are indispensable to their sound. He seems to be the main writer of like you said the electronics but also the guitar ambience and much of the odd-time signature stuff

[@rl-xy6gs]

This playthrough gave me new respect for the singer. Imagine writing lyrics and melodies over these intricate guitar parts.

[@protestmyhero5613]

Spencer usually excels in this area but I don’t like most of what he did on this record. Plus it does help when you have as much vocal experience and massive range like he does so the sky is basically the limit.

[@adrianwehunt8033]

@@protestmyhero5613 I have similar feelings. I have a very complicated appreciation for Spencer, and I was hoping this album would help me get over it, and it did not. You have to respect him for his range, tenure, and his accomplishments over all of these albums, but his voice and lyric writing still leaves me wanting; never satisfied. Made respect but begrudgingly.

[@chadmarx7718]

​@@protestmyhero5613 really? Imo this album prolly had his best vocals

[@TheAluvisify]

@@chadmarx7718I think so too. People will always find something to nitpick about Spencer’s singing.

[@josku5]

@@TheAluvisifyI think pretty much everything from P2 onwards has been absolute god tier material and very few other singers can do what spence can.

[@sambor8563]

Mark is one of the best riff writers in modern metal, if not the best

[@thestoebz]

Jesse Cash would like a word with you.

[@randyscreations835]

Two Marks.....Holcomb and Tremonti, are riff writing aliens.....must be the mrak in them or something lol

[@synhet84]

@@randyscreations835 John Browne from Monuments is not too shabby aswell.

[@human6310]

@@thestoebz Seeing him scream and tap onstage is an experience fr fr

[@rockprophecy2897]

@@thestoebz while I love Jesse, I don’t know that you can compare the two. Different styles but I’d say Mark definitely has him beat in the intricate/complicated/djent categories. Jesse does have some beautiful Melodies and riffs though. Very atmospheric.

[@KirkpatrickSounds]

Great playthrough. I especially like the bit where Dewey B. Long says "The machines are turning me"

[@human6310]

It's honestly a shame we don't get to hear spencer rap about getting the schlong in the album :

[@dnuoz819]

This is definitely contender for best song on the album just for the guitar work itself, awesome playthrough!

[@bones6616]

wtf are you doing here 😭

[@Cipher301]

Wait pause yeah wtf are you doing here

[@dnuoz819]

@@bones6616 Im a periphery stan what are YOU doing here

[@bones6616]

@@dnuoz819 LOL why are there so many gd periphery listeners

[@venturer9400]

​@@bones6616 i was indirectly brought here by gd via xtrullor lol, periphery is his favorite band as far as i know

[@JabbaKadabra]

This is such a great song and Mark is an amazing artist. They deserve so much more recognition for their music

[@djentisnotagenre]

Listening to this instrumentally takes me emotionally to a time 14/15 years ago where I'd be on MySpace fiending whatever new Perphery / HS / OMNOM / Chimp Spanner songs were about and now I'm here, hearing this high quality production, crazier riffs, killer song structures and realising how privileged I am to be alive in this time hearing this music. I'm inspired and proud of what you're all achieving.

[@raviolimaster]

not to mention that 14/15 is a time sig only periphery would actually utilize honestly lol

[@Damienpsinha]

@Ash what bands do HS and OMNOM stand for? Curious to discover more prog bands:)

[@djentisnotagenre]

@@Damienpsinha Haunted Shores, Of Man Not Of Machine

[@lolzroyce]

This reply though! 100%. It reminds me of so much, and I can't believe how lucky we are to see all these guys at this stage now.

[@benjaminz2523]

calm down

[@christclinger6540]

“Arpeggiate every chord” Holcomb . Love it!

[@FrancoW1]

Mark Holcomb and John Browne are my two favorite guitar players and it still amazes me, that you can always hear that it is THEM. The second I heard that intro riff I was like "YO, that's a Mark riff!" and that whole song in general feels so much like Mark. He has such a unique style that you can't mistake for someone else.

[@ChrisCasually]

I actually said something like this to my wife. It’s one thing to have a style that people instantly recognize as a singer. People have very unique voices! But the fact that there are three guitarists in this band and you can clearly tell which one of them wrote which solo is beyond insane. How do you create such a unique voice for yourself using the same notes that’s available to everyone else. Nothing but genuine talent and artistry in this group.

[@anonymouswombat8538]

The chill part and the melodic ending are like straight Bulb stuff. Idk, everybody complements each other so well on the band. We would be surprised to see who made who. That beggining and verse riff are SO Mark, though. Anyway for you to feel that deep connection with music is beautiful.

[@ryanjbeattie]

My two favourite players as well! Respect

[@michaelv8721]

John Browne is such a dope guitarist

[@slashinghades7347]

Phenomenal cover. I think V-Neck Hellporn, Dewey B. Long, Jakey and Misha Monsoon should hire this guy.

[@fredrik5020]

Mark is such a fucking treat to humanity. Muchos love to all of Periphery for all the amazing music throughout the years.

[@subsume7904]

Honestly, I consider Periphery a "Super Group", each member truly brings something integral to the whole picture and are individually some of the best in the scene. 99% of us when we first heard that opening riff were like "ok, this is a Mark song" his sound is just so iconic at this point. I hope he takes pride in knowing this was probably the most well received song off of the album!

[@Professional.Bro.777]

Love the added harmonic on the solo. Really one of the best solos in modern metal

[@protestmyhero5613]

Gotta agree on this it’s an epic short but sweet killer of a solo

[@Professional.Bro.777]

@@protestmyhero5613 Yes exactly. He hit all the right notes

[@1Second1Day1Step]

Came here to comment on just that. Actually he adds 2 harmonics though, which is even better. He does a higher-pitched one first, and then a lower-pitched, but slightly more noticeable one just 2 notes later. Chef’s kiss on what was already the best solo of their entire catalogue.

[@n1o2f3x4]

Love the fact that Mark is using his PRS SE to play live and do this kinda stuff, to show everyone that you just need a decent guitar. One of my favorite guitar players out there.

[@Ignore14]

Isn't there a USA version of that guitar that he plays live?

[@securitylizard2075]

@@Ignore14 He has several USA PRS guitars but he actually does use the SE on stage too. He's got about a zillion guitars for the different tunings but he has an SE or 2 in the lineup as far as I know. Pretty sure I watched him play one live a couple weeks ago

[@n1o2f3x4]

@@securitylizard2075 Absolutely. From what I've seen, he has a wide range of guitars, including the American version. But the SE one is one of his main guitars.

[@K707OR30]

Agreed, but also a testament to how good an instrument the SE line is. I have three S2s and two SEs including the old MH model. The SEs are stupidly nice instruments for the price point. There’s tiny details I like “more” on the S2s but also some I like more on the SEs. I wouldn’t say the S2s are even necessarily “better” than the SEs to be frank. My only gripe is the SE tuners aren’t great. Replace those with some nice locking tuners and you have a beast of a guitar that punches way above its weight price wise.

[@n1o2f3x4]

@@K707OR30 Amen to that.

[@superkarlS3]

This song hit me in the feels when i first heard it, as i was going through a rough time. Its the most moving piece you've done since Its only smiles. Thanks boys

[@protestmyhero5613]

I will say this is the most moving piece they’ve ever done, I’ve never reacted so emotionally strongly to a Periphery song before

[@superkarlS3]

@@protestmyhero5613 I'd love to hear Spencers lyrical motivation for this

[@nmularoni1]

Hope your situation has gotten better 👑

[@jonnyb2020]

Mile Zero did it for me, then Lune then It’s only smiles and now very much this! So so good at emotive writing!

[@superkarlS3]

@@nmularoni1 thank you ❤️

[@fromdepthswerise3024]

That this song is in such an insane tuning, and Mark was like, "yeah, I'm gonna slay it" and then proceeded to do just that...just shows how much of a melody machine he is.

[@alessiothedjentleman4740]

This is one of the most beautiful songs you guys ever written..❤

[@sosaysthelegend]

So goddamn good

[@eetfukouijaaa]

Once I heard that intro I knew this had Mark written all over it. His riffs hit that level of twang technical like no one else man. Idek how to describe it. Just so fucking clean.

[@agielucile]

This song is Godly! Thanks Mark for writing such beautiful riffs all over

[@necrognomicon52]

Periphery hit my radar out of nowhere about a year ago, and I've become a huge fan of Mark's style. Absolutely incredible guitar player. I've watched this playthrough so many times now, the wife is starting to question my straightness...which is fair...

[@dimejoe2621]

I'm still waiting for "Thanks Nobuo" guitar playthrough 😤

[@brandonm2381]

I feel SO bad for music listeners who can't get past the screaming... such epic songwriting, they're missing out

[@Chris971.]

Those little dissonant highlights from the lead guitar during the chorus take this song from epic to absolute nostalgia / weird emotions I didn't know I had provoking masterpiece for me

[@KentRodgman]

oof... the whole thing is just so fluid and comfortable, no jarring moments, just going on a ride. Great song.

[@dmdanart]

Every Mark centric song is easily my favorite, it works because he's part of Periphery as whole, but his sections are always what hook me on a song. This is probably my favorite one on the album, thanks for showing this!

[@protestmyhero5613]

Oh really? This one stands out for me because I don’t like any other song on the record

[@IcarusNadir]

The composition of the song is amazing, but hearing it without the vocals makes you realize the monumental difference Spencer's vocals make in delivering the impact of a song. What a band.

[@airyelllllll]

I can’t believe I’m crying over a guitar playthrough.. Mark will forever be my favorite guitarist 😌 I just have to mention how this is also one of my favorite performances from Spencer. His brain is on another level. I can also hear some of his Nik Mystery vocal styles & it’s amazing how it still fits perfectly in the song. Wax Wings is truly a mind-blowing masterpiece!!

[@Lexepanda]

My favourite song of the album! Amazing Playthrough!

[@jonathanchandler4486]

Man this song does things to my body haha mark is the riff master of the new age, the atmosphere and emotion in this song is next level, true masterpiece ❤️❤️

[@KirkWilson86]

Mark's unique style is what sets Periphery above the rest. Amazing stuff

[@nikitaprosin7347]

I can always tell when its Mark writing the song... from last 3 albums, including this one. Everyone who has played his custom PRS w/ his SD Alpha and Omega pick-ups...All say great things.

[@SkunkDozer]

Astounding stuff. Amazingly moving in it's composition and uplifting in its delivery. What a gift. Thanks so much for this 🙏🏽!

[@rowegardner9673]

Absolutely gorgeous. Wow.

[@janmichael24]

that riff at the end aaaaaaaaah i felt heaven

[@yeserguitar]

Definitely a favorite. Loved the song and it's always amazing to experience Mark's approach. It was fun to cover the solo as well. Love you guys!

[@chriskondracki7398]

There is so much air in Mark”s music so easy to breathe👍

[@ROKZLEON]

It's always a blast to watch Mark's playthrough's!!! 👍🏻

[@benkrapf]

The new album is great, guys. Love the care you took in introducing new ideas and influences.

[@tayloreke]

This gave me a totally new appreciation for this whole album.

[@shaunspadafora7943]

Such an honest and soulful guitar solo - it might be my favorite on the album.

[@winterwolf2164]

Easily one of my favorite songs by you guys. You all keep getting better each album.

[@heruns_0390]

I feel japanese vibes on reff section ❤

[@govindoburdwan]

I can listen to this all day long... love you Mark 😍

[@Duk1eDrummer]

Super super cool 😎

[@wesshepard]

Mark’s music is always amazing

[@johnnyleebryan9496]

This song always gives me chills... It's fastly becoming my favorite in the album. Awesome playthrough!

[@aguzman11189]

He makes it look so effortless!

[@vantamr]

Thanks periphery for make a song that make us feel such a thing of emotions in every moment

[@LukeBass1000]

Love Mark's slidey guitar parts...such a signature style

[@willbarnes4102]

This is literally the best thing I have ever seen with my own 2 eyes. A complete work of art 🙌

[@christianrainey4459]

Something about the solo is just soul resonating.

[@KozacraS]

This song is so epic. Mark really knows how to hit that perfect balance of melody and absolute riffage.

[@flynnedwards]

Absolutely beautiful. Definitely one of my top 5 songs of all time

[@Ebbnfl0wMedia]

Mark, you are absolutely one of my favorites guitarist of all time.

[@Psych0boost]

My favourite song on what’s already a stacked album. Fantastic work

[@KRayxKodessA]

Mark is unreal. I can't wrap my brain around how comes up with these slippery riffs. So good.

[@onurkurtic]

Every single member of this band is amazing at their own right but there is something about Mark's ability to come up with these amazingly melodic and heavy riffs that cut really deep.

[@olehvolynets9910]

Just amazing! My favorite song on the album ❤

[@Watty666]

An absolute piece of art.

[@uolegullook3847]

Song is God tier. Mark just brings so much to this band.

[@georgecaudill7659]

Absolutely one of the best. Great job Mark.

[@HawksNHabsPC]

Incredible performance. I think Wax Wings might be my new fav Periphery song.

[@jbasti227]

Always loved Mark’s style. From the first album listen I could instantly tell this was a Mark song.

[@wibby2143]

My fav guitar player back at it. I heard the main riff and said “this is Mark” always so recognizable in the best way

[@TheHardCoreCafe]

ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!! Thank you so much for this!

[@davidxiu8020]

Mark is from another planet😁. My favourite. ❤

[@Thepoweoftheriffcompelsme]

My favourite song from the new album, and the verse is my groove of the year so far!

[@sosaysthelegend]

This song is fucking insane. I've been obsessed with that opening riff since I first heard it. So cool to see an instrumental playthrough now.

[@10NESS3E]

All those chords I love. Can't help but nod my head every freakin time I hear this song. 🤘 Getting ready to see you guys live THIS SUNDAY in Nashville! 😱

[@behindyou64]

I love this cover so much

[@brendenrodgers7821]

Mark is a machine. His rhythm playing is so crazy effortless

[@garrettmehl1427]

Mark's playing seriously blows me away. He plays the most complicated stuff in such a effortless, simple manner that makes it look so easy. Such an underrated guitarist in the rock/metal world.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jonnyb2020]

You just know when Mark has written the riffs, this song in particular is just an absolute gem! Still always find it crazy the amount of notes periphery in general get into melodies and lead lines and still make them sound so tight and relevant to the next chord! This song is composition at its finest!

[@juancarlosbernabeaviles]

Amazing.

[@andywardle2988]

I couldn’t love that opening riff any more ❤

[@zacharymicah]

I see a video playthrough, I click! Mark, Misha, and Jake are a power trio and compliment each other very well!

[@michaelkresner8739]

Incredible work. You’re the man Mark!

[@IDGAFRANK]

Been hooked on Mark riffs since haunted shores. When he joined the band it made periphery my favorite band, his playstyle and writing absolutely makes the project whole to me.

[@EvanLazos]

Such a good song! Really happy with the new album

[@basstadaeus]

Goosebumps! Just goosebumps!

[@GoodDealington]

When I was listening to the album for the first time, I heard the first riff this song and instantly added it to the playlist. Spencer crushed it on this track too

[@malachiguarnieri7215]

Love seeing these comments about Mark’s honed and unique style! Being a drummer, I feel this way about Matt, but you’ve all encouraged me to discern melody more deeply-and by God, Mark’s is something truly special. Much love, fam ☺️

[@protestmyhero5613]

The final section brought me to tears like the first time I heard it. Wow

[@Elijah-nq1ds]

Beautiful!

[@MrGmanDan]

This song! Every time I listen to it, I get mountains on my skin! A masterpiece for sure!

[@ShredIbanez9]

Beautiful. Best song on the album!

[@hundredarrows]

How all those riffs just seamlessly flow into each other just blows my mind

[@terran236]

It's pretty simple actually, he's explained that he just takes chord progressions and uses notes in between to link them up. It's up to the writer how they want to spice it up and Mark has got the spice down to a science LOL

[@educostanzo]

My favorite track on the album. I learned to really enjoy Spencer's voice, but these instrumental versions really make the riffs and melodies to shine

[@supunwickramage1182]

Great playthrough of the entire song!!!

[@sergiomingorance8542]

This man is an incredible guitar player, I play the guitar 16 years ago, and when I look, what he does, I don't understand anything, he use a strangest tuning in his guitar, and his technique is soo good...

[@jacobsanderson5308]

Bar none the best song on the record in my opinion. The opening riff is so classic Mark and when the guitars come in after the soft vocals towards the end, I practically float every single time. What a spectacularly well written song❤

[@DieCass]

I love this song so much.

[@AliKhan-sy9jy]

These guys are amazing thinkers. Just listen to the chord changes and grooves! It's different each song. Beautiful band, beautiful song.

[@jonathancamm]

Just the first 6 notes of the solo …tears, man. And then bending into that same soul-pulling vibe again a few seconds later 😮

[@DruNature]

Just saw these guys last week and the show was amazing!!

[@FoiMal123]

Everyone talks about riffs... Just listen to that solo ! *chef's kiss*

[@p.marotta2783]

Beautiful.