Polaris - ABOVE MY HEAD [Guitar Playthrough]

ABOVE MY HEAD - Full album tabs available now:
www.sheethappenspublishing.co...
New Polaris LP 'THE DEATH OF ME' out now via Resist/Sharptone Records.
Purchase at www.polarisaus.com.au
Instrumental Album available at smarturl.it/polarisinstrumentals
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Guitar: Ryan Siew & Rick Schneider
Bass: Jake Steinhauser
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Ryan & Rick play Mayones Guitars, Bare Knuckle Pickups, D'Addario Strings, EVH Amps, Dunlop Picks. Rick plays Evertune bridges.
Jake plays Dingwall Basses, Darkglass Electronics, D'Addario Strings, Dunlop Picks.
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Video by Mitchell Harley
Filmed at six10 Studios
Engineered by Lance Prenc and Scott Simpson
Mixed and Mastered by Grant McFarland and Carson Slovak
Additional Guitars Engineered by Polaris
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Follow Polaris online:
Facebook: / polarisaus
Instagram: @PolarisAus
Twitter: @PolarisAus
Personal accounts:
/ rickschhh
/ ryan_siew
/ jakesteinhauser
/ danfaznari
/ jamiehails

[@andreshiramromerocervantes6102]

Rest in Peace Ryan, such an amazing guitar player, you will never be forgotten😢

[@samm8922]

What happened?

[@fuyufuyn]

@@samm8922 hes passed unfortunately. rest in peace

[@RocklobsterCody]

Absolutely. You could see it in his face. He truly enjoyed playing, and the music he wrote reflects that. You can hear the power of it just in this play through. RIP man, the battles over. ❤

[@OutgrownThings]

@@RocklobsterCodyagreed. He seemed like a genuinely good dude too. Based on what I know about his mental health struggles and the lack of information available on the whole, do we know for sure if…that’s…what this was?

[@jreschke5]

@@fuyufuyndamn. I listen to the album everytime I work out. Didn’t really follow the band but that sucks

[@victoryreborn407]

Ryan Siew influenced me to learn this song. Took 6 months and I was damn proud. RIP

[@sirrjakester4072]

Hes influencing me right now to learn I wish I could have seen him preform

[@maxkaczmarski4787]

Rick and jake: focusing and playing hard Ryan: v i b i n g

[@jo3yepicness]

That lead part is confusing as fuck to learn lmao. He barely repeats the same note pattern at all. It's a always some sort of change up.

[@iSlayKrakens]

Look how happy he was playing. Whata legend. Rest in peace.

[@5C077Y]

Love how all of the instrumental versions show off how well written your song are!

[@c4gob00m]

Honestly, I never realised how technical the lead part was to this song. They’re just amazing musicians.

[@HK_8]

I thought the same thing.

[@patbateman8116]

@@c4gob00m same bro haha. They’re insane 🤘

[@dbo4506]

@@c4gob00m haha same dude. I wasn’t a huge fan of the song until I watched this and now it’s one of my favorites 🤷‍♂️

[@peytonpepper12]

Rest in Peace Ryan. You will be sorely missed. My heart breaks for his family and bandmates. Thank you for the amazing contributions to the world of metal

[@khyber04]

As someone that has primarily played only metalcore and prog tunes for years, 1:08 is still the most fun riff to play. So fucking good. R.I.P Ryan man what a talent

[@LordKD_CH]

Me too. I am absolutely captivated by that riff, it’s like lifeblood

[@platinumphazer]

Remember when Ryan was a little baby doin Periphery playthroughs

[@bimapambayun4062]

yeah mate. Time flies.

[@daidiary4748]

I saw him first time on his Critical Acclaim cover video. Goddamn.

[@xxErmis]

This hits hard.

[@FilthyJazz]

Rest in peace Ryan, this song means the world to me. Thank you for everything.

[@caninemuncher]

I can just picture Jamie and Dan watching behind the camera like proud dad's seeing their sons do a cool guitar thing together 😌

[@ilikemusic2773]

I know right hahaha

[@c4gob00m]

Especially Dan considering he’s the primary song writer, which I just find insane because he’s a drummer.

[@zachschreibeis1902]

Criminally underrated musicians.... Definitely my neighbors favorite band at the moment even if they like it or not

[@carrotbabysreactionvideos8062]

RIP king. The lyrics always spoke to me, but your skills were next level. You were already big, going to be huge. Really makes me wonder what was going through your head when you wrote 01:57

[@barbellbryce]

The Death of Me is easily the best album I have ever heard, period. Every single song is unique and has passion and life put into it. I've never been so proud to be a metalcore fan!

[@apolloshred6772]

Sir, you said it all.

[@killianmaiberger-higgins6272]

All the amazing nuances you hear without the vocals are incredible. Don’t get me wrong I love the song, but this is beautiful

[@randykuhn3596]

Agreed, the chorus is insanely beautiful hearing all of it.

[@BlargMyShnoople]

Epic

[@kevroyo]

Didn't expect to see you here man, love your content. Looking forward to seeing you hit that 500k mark.

[@bobafatty111]

Oh shit it's my Arab Canadian bro

[@matho1136]

I am once again reminded of a comment I saw years ago on one of Ryans covers, it went something like "he is great at playing someone elses music but i'd like to see him write his own stuff"...oh how I hope they paid attention

[@Andy_Pancake]

Ryan's riffs we're always no nostalgic. R.I.P Legend. 0:47

[@Frankeex]

This very song, and this very clip is what got me into Polaris. Great band, great guitarists. RIP Ryan - from someone you never knew existed, but I knew you did.

[@benharrison9336]

Ryan looked so happy here man, such a horrific loss. RIP you beautiful soul. A true pioneer and an amazing guitarust

[@RealBomoth]

Rest in peace Ryan... had to come and watch my favorite playthrough with him after hearing the heartbreaking news 😢

[@90s267]

Rest in Paradise man, the only thing I ultimately regret is not seeing you guys live ONCE. I am hurt by the news, I hope he’s found peace and the band will as well. You guys are so talented, Ryan was certainly a god on guitar. All love and respect.

[@chadsessions5773]

Had to come back to see his work. RIP RYAN

[@CBG2895]

Definitely singing "Im a wreck, i confess, I am in so far above my head and ive been telling everyone that i cant bear the weight" during the chorus.

[@joedavies6364]

When I break! Do you Break? Can you feel it like your bones are achiiiiiing? Even as we grow it hurts to know that some things never chaaaaaange!!

[@CBG2895]

@@joedavies6364 YES.

[@100pounddumbbells4]

@@joedavies6364 then jamie goes "SOME THINGS NEVER CHAAAAAAAANGEEE"

[@100pounddumbbells4]

Fucking banger!

[@rowanplaysbass]

He looks so happy here… rest easy legend.. 😢

[@ilikemusic2773]

1:30 I love this, they all (especially Ryan) just go "ooooh yeaaaah.." and bop their heads. But then again, who doesn't?

[@joshybfps]

This song lives in my head rent free and I’m so happy it does

[@cjnorris443]

That turquoise Mayones guitar tho 🥵

[@RickSchreder]

I know right

[@simaarr]

@@RickSchreder let’s play this on my ibanez gio

[@RickSchreder]

@@simaarr Depends what colour it is

[@themanonmars]

Ryan we will never forget the melodies and riffs you brought us. Forever in our ❤s we love you and Polaris gang. Stay strong boys 💪 ❤

[@JacobMartin]

Can’t tell what’s smoother... The riffs, or that FPS damn 😍

[@debidi1461]

it's...50fps?

[@JacobMartin]

@@debidi1461 Correct mate. Video just looks super smooth I meant

[@taylorchristin-holley1090]

Rest In Peace Ryan. Your energy and your soul will be missed in the music world. Your playing has inspired me as a musician. My prayers go to your family, your friends, your band mates, and too all you’ve touched.

[@kumar117]

Thank you for sharing your amazing talent. Rest in peace brother 🤘

[@PolarisAus]

Thank you all for watching! The song tuned to Drop B and you can purchase the full album tabs here: www.sheethappenspublishing.com/artists/polaris

[@paolonovella1071]

Descansa en paz, tus riff me inspiraron a volver a tener Banda gracias por tanto Ryan 🙏🥺 te debo tanto

[@grilo.1]

Another amazing work guys! Please do “all of this is fleeting” next.

[@hazielrendon3805]

I second this

[@utbplay]

@@hazielrendon3805 third

[@Plasyyy]

@@utbplay fourth

[@rubendariomunozmedina3620]

Fifth

[@xXJKutzXx]

Sixth🥺

[@treyriedle278]

Honestly in tears watching this now… such an amazing musician taken far too soon… RIP Ryan 🖤

[@mwboost]

I've always come back to this vid. One of my favs. Different to watch now.. Seeing Ryan just grooving along. 😔

[@southpaw___]

Gone too soon. One of the best young guys left out there … R.I.P.

[@neiladam2368]

You see Ryan enjoying playing shows he almost cant get enough just by sitting.

[@Namelyanonymous]

Ryan forged music that wont be forgotten. what beast! what a band! thinking of you Polaris and family.

[@themanonmars]

I love Ryan's energy in this 😢

[@BigfootRunning]

He was one with his music… the smile on his face 😊

[@drunkenyeknom]

RIP Ryan ❤master of sick riffs

[@codypieper728]

I come back to watch this so often. The song is so well put together and one of my favourites.

[@masonturner4085]

This will forever be one of my favourite songs ever written, it’s honestly unfathomable how you could put together such a literal perfect song, every riff, note, slide in this song is just absolutely perfect. You will be missed so much man, you look so happy in this video and it’s so hard to think how far you could’ve further come, considering the popularity of fatalism. Ryan forever 🖤

[@timhally869]

Craziest thing to me still is watching Ryan's old videos and now seeing him in one of my favorite bands. So crazy how time flies haha

[@limi.]

so satisfying...😭 A huge thank you starting from the band to everyone who is working behind the scenes.

[@poragburagohain87]

Australian Progressive/Metalcore are absolute top tier. I didn’t even realise there are so many bands that I love who happen to be from Australia. Polaris, Northlane, Alpha wolf, Karnivool, Twelve Foot Ninja, Dealer, Thornhill. Too many talented people in Australia

[@jackheslop4073]

RIP Ryan you legend.

[@henningtacey8857]

Had to find it again. To pay respect. What a fucking. Massive. Loss. To all involved... Deepest condolences. This clip. Watch Him smile. And Vibe. Beautiful. And Priceless. 🔥💜🎸👈

[@lars_travolta]

Hard to watch these without tearing up man.. RIP Ryan, you were such a legend ❤

[@mattstevo1313]

Ryan Siew Forever 🖤🖤🖤

[@BloodandSoilNS]

This is a masterpiece....that chorus is pure emotion. Polaris is the best band out there right now.

[@everett880]

Lockdown has resulted in Rick's beard looking gloriously epic.

[@geoffpeters5802]

dude lockdown was so long ago, it does not make beards grow faster either... fuckn hell

[@Pablo-zv6jd]

@@geoffpeters5802 r/whoosh

[@everett880]

@@Pablo-zv6jd definitely belongs to r/whoosh. can't believe someone would be dumb enough to take that seriously.

[@monstercookies2726]

@@geoffpeters5802 K boomer

[@ultimatedodger4247]

@@geoffpeters5802 Wow comment police just raid this post. r/woosh indeed.

[@sojaded]

Super clean playing and tone. Do a live rig rundown please. I know what it is but I’d love to see how it’s set up.

[@anonymouswolvenclaw536]

Hell yeah!

[@monstercookies2726]

🤘🏻

[@mattnobrega6621]

First time hearing this band. They sound real good. Reminds me of my times at warped tour. Its a shame the young kid is gone so soon. Only the good die young. R.i.p.

[@DippingThem]

Thank you for spending so much effort on your music and brand. Seriously, thank you, for being mindful of your work in what seems to be every aspect.

[@juliettemcgee9055]

All the love to you guys🤘🏻

[@monstercookies2726]

❤🤘🏻

[@matthewking1453]

And this is why this song was my top song for 2020! Man, you guys are absolutely incredible!! Keep up the great work!

[@myauramusic]

That made me so happy. Such a complete song from beginning to end

[@themindgame14]

Been learning this song from a tab book I bought at your show. I am so floored that people can write such dynamic and soulful riffs. Every note in the lead is so perfect. It must have taken so much time to put this all together.

[@brycehall5599]

It's so incredible how you can vibe with this song so much in its original form but then hearing this makes you appreciate the nuances that the incredible song writing brings out here. Absolutely fantastic song, thanks for this mates, keep doing them!

[@stormofmagic9358]

I just realised how interesting this song is guitar wise. Great work guys, looking forward to your europe tour next year!

[@Cmaxb9]

Great song, amazing playthrough and every time I come back to this I cant help but notice how happy Ryan looks here, what an awesome sound. RIP Ryan

[@elitspartanoita3951]

Oh my god that is amazing!!!! Love it Hope you play all the album💕

[@keggitalentscout7218]

What an amazing work. Love this performance.

[@moshwithabike36]

Day made! Absolutely unreal vibes and musical magic. Frothin’

[@SoundlessJesta]

one of the best albums of the year, keep up the good work boys

[@freethinkers-inc.]

My favourite song from the latest album. Thanks for sharing 😍

[@TylerAFE]

such a great band. i love every aspect of polaris and i cant wait to see what they do next.

[@williamfoster2681]

this is fantastic! really shows off the talented songwriting behind it all

[@mattmyrick6006]

This is such an emotionally welcome surprise during this goddamn pandemic. Thank you guys so much for this.

[@OneMoreRedNightmare]

I love the music scene coming from AUS lately. You guys are the best of it. Love from USA.

[@LumpyMillk]

I still cant believe I got to see you guys play this live a week ago today, in Bristol UK at SWX! Everything from the vocals to your stage presence was PERFECT! I can't wait to see you guys again!

[@snamot]

The Death of Me is an amazing album and this definitely my favorite song on the record. As a guitar player myself I'm so happy they did a playthrough of this :)

[@IbanezLover12]

Honestly my favorite song off the record. It’s just so perfectly written

[@marceloserra6321]

such an amazing tune and the melodies are awesome!

[@c4gob00m]

I love that everyone is in the video and not separate like the Pray for Rain one. So much cooler seeing you all as one unit. Big fan of these play throughs, would love to see something heavier or even something older too!

[@BikFlofer]

My favorite Polaris song. Gonna miss you Ryan...

[@oboce.]

beautifully played, one of my favourites off the album

[@ZJLove]

One of the most dope songs I've ever heard

[@berriedalive]

I always enjoy the jams. Berry thoughtful music! 🙏❤️🤘🍓

[@rageriven2850]

This song is so important to me. Even without the words, it gives me goosebumps. God damn i love it.

[@juandiegomartinezcastro7942]

Speechless. I don't know a band with better guitarwork and composition skills.

[@preston2636]

I got the tab book for Christmas. learning the drop b songs first then the rest. I'm so excited. first tab book I've had in 15 years or more and I'm so happy with it. highly recommend. support this guys.

[@KK-ni9bz]

Freaking Beautiful! Guitars always shine in Polaris!! 🤘🏼

[@dillongurhrie112]

Love this so much

[@cristobalbrintruprios5244]

Those riffs gives me joy

[@thabugman9433]

This is probably my favorite song off this album❤️

[@koreyberube7983]

Ryan will forever be my fav guitarist

[@kerrybay7995]

Ya'll's obviously having a lot of fun playing your music. I dig it. Makes me want to go on an adventure. Prost, from RI.

[@sergiomvn]

5/5 Polaris songs most listened to in spotify this year.

[@xhanshotfirstx2889]

Need more of these, this is killer

[@thesoundofjor]

THIS IS SICK MAN

[@xBongWater]

This is so clean OMG

[@Dez210]

I've always enjoyed the instruments in this song. But when I saw Polaris drop this teaser on IG the other day... boy it made me so stupid happy! And now seeing it, especially having the bassist there and not just the guitarist... damn I really think every playthrough should be like this!! Sold work guys! Can wait till I see yall in tour. Hopefully with Kingdom of Giants 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@alleuraw2604]

sending much love for this song

[@dannynicholson6195]

The amount of talent in that room is astounding

[@sebastianeberl6116]

Polaris is one of the few bands that have the ability and mindset to write songs that will give you goosebumps and wanting to circlepit at the same time. The incredible talent of all of them is outstanding!

[@HadyAshour]

Really love how Ryan is vibing to the song while playing 😄

[@camerono8372]

Man this is my new fave🎉 so nice