Smith/Kotzen - Taking My Chances (Official Video)

[@j.a.949]

I can´t stop listening to these Amazing songs by Adrian Smith - Ritchie Kotzen. So F@#¢∞ng inspiring, like a breath of fresh air. Awsome.

[@richarrowsmith3150]

Adrian Smith.....what a dude!!!

[@RogerSullivanNOLA]

Who knew Adrian Smith had such a great bluesy singing voice?

[@NickLynchDrums]

Oh yes! His side project, ASAP (Adrian Smith & Project) when he left Maiden in 1990 is amazing!

[@Hellraiser357]

Just listen to his solo bands - A.S.A.P. and Psycho Motel. Smith sings in A.S.A.P. and he's great!

[@The73mp73]

This is great! I'm a metalhead, but this is full of heart and soul!

[@peterszabo3875]

Reminds me a bit to Walter Trout. And it is not a bad thing.

[@Metallex]

If you can find the Maiden B-side 'Reach Out' he sings lead on that too!

[@PetarBladeStrok]

With Richie Kotzen being my favorite musician and Adrian Smith always being my favorite guitarist of Iron Maiden, this is like a dream come true!

[@pnzmedia]

yeah, this is very unexpected

[@michaelsimpson398]

never been a big iron fan myself , really respect them and their contribution to music but, I'm a huge Adrian Smith fan after this !

[@Everaldo1310]

Can I sign for you?

[@AlucardHV]

That's literally what I said... This is something I would have never thought possible

[@mindsoundms5183]

going back to the roots of rock the blues that is the key to refresh and give new horizons to rock new and creative oxygen

[@NickLynchDrums]

It's great to hear Adrian sing again. Loved his work with ASAP.

[@kforcer]

Absolutely! And on 'Reach Out' with Maiden as well as with 'The Entire Population of Hackney.'

[@bennoakes2477]

very weak though with over the top chunky guitars

[@diocan7710]

@@bennoakes2477 pls stfu

[@hemligagosta6554]

Have that record, must dig it out of the archives and listen to it again.

[@LIVS10]

@@bennoakes2477 what are you talking about? This very song?

[@alanofernandes1981]

Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen are Musical Heritages of Humanity! Adrian is my son's name in his honor! Two guitarists who never limited their musicality and art above all!

[@realdealio1]

Don't kid yourself..these guys are both MONSTERS on guitar.

[@xbeast666]

Ohhhhh no shit

[@2204JCM]

That’s only news to people who don’t have a clue...

[@PGGMusic]

And both sing really well.

[@hmetaljustin]

Those are some tasty solos!

[@bennoakes2477]

@@PGGMusic they sing ok

[@ericricg8708]

Adrian Smith might be one of the coolest people to ever exist

[@guitarmanx1499]

They are both very cool in their own right.

[@lfg_gamecrshr964]

If Kieth Richards dies we'll at least have Adrian.

[@xxxxenoxxx]

might?

[@xyxy8292]

Meet him a few times, he is also a very very friendly guy! Up the irons!

[@DieDorfneurotiker]

absolutely, this man is beyond any doubt

[@mehermanzur4847]

This collaboration is like a diamond found among coals of pop and rap shits.

[@roni0422]

Absolutely. And im waiting more collaboration to come from the great old vinery musicians. Actually the SK combo is the most exciting.

[@deborahguseman9927]

Love Richie...Adrian and Richie..blows me away ..we want more!!

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

Is it maybe possible to not shit on entire genres to support a song you like? It's so fucking immature.

[@Bruh-bx9mh]

@@ZiddersRooFurry agreed, even if it arguably is bad people still like it and we should respect their opinion.

[@kleof.3529]

Especially rap (worst music ever, in my opinion of course)

[@foesfly3047]

OMG That dirty low down driving guitar riff 😧😮😧😮

[@arminpoorfard306]

I am so glad that Adrian is doing this side project.

[@linuslanser4719]

Richie Kotzen and his legendary legato. Adrian Smith and his legendary riffs. Hearing this type of music nowadays is like spotting a unicorn. Greetings from Calgary!

[@banorilsk]

Adrian’s musicality is off the charts, always tasteful, never cloying

[@ColtraneTaylor]

Cloy tendencies or alternatively harsh doominess is always a problem in song writing.

[@mmmcosta]

Psycho MOTEL!!!

[@jesse_cole]

Yeah, fuck. I HATE it when bands cloy. Right?

[@MigasMan66]

When monsters collide. Rock is alive and well. Cheers.

[@YoutubeHatesFreeSpeech582]

Very well said

[@aintmanyofusleft]

Imagine if Mr Harris played Bass on this album OMG

[@Labyrinth1978]

When 2 guitar gods collide... Greetings from Colombia 🇨🇴

[@gernotfrohlich6978]

tru that

[@montauta]

Well said my man. Nice read comments from Polombia parcero.

[@crisdd0302]

Barranquilla c:

[@wimweender1306]

arriba arriba ✌

[@DanielRochareal]

Greetings from Brazil. Saludo, hermanos!

[@odyssey6684]

This is one ultra cool jam. Hadn’t realized how bluesy Adrian Smith is. Big, chunky, fat riff that drives the tune. Been waiting a long time for something this good to come along. Amazing.

[@wintermaid1]

If you like this check out @krisbarrasband from England.... He's been doing this for years

[@ironmaidenftmitalia]

ADRIAN is pure class, as always 🔥

[@axeaddiction796]

This is some great rock n roll

[@The73mp73]

These two are ageless and timeless. Full of soul and groove.

[@Max72TheOnlyOne]

I see Adrian, I click, simple

[@theresarabold6012]

Adrian is a monster on the guitar

[@tristanquezadadiaz4508]

WOW! They sound like Black country communion, which is a huge compliment

[@MonikaJanczewska]

Brillant 💎💎💎

[@micahj9828]

I like how they filmed Richie walking LA and Adrian walking London.

[@calacasmuertas]

Adrian is amazing, and Richie......he is from another planet.

[@veronicalane1458]

Planet Rock and Roll!

[@Maiden253]

It's so bluesy ! Adrian is one of the best musician of the World !

[@_Ostatni.z.miasta]

The best guitarist in the world was Eddie Van Halen, you don't offend God !!!

[@miguelalmeida5806]

@@_Ostatni.z.miasta girl, you need to learn english first...he wrote musician, not guitar player...

[@ryant3600]

@@miguelalmeida5806 and he said "ONE of" which means more than one.. some people just can't help themselves

[@miguelalmeida5806]

@@ryant3600 true...never understood why... how, in this world, expressing appreciation for someone became an offense to those not mentioned...

[@ryant3600]

@@miguelalmeida5806 exactly. For example it breaks my heart how Dream Theater fans still debate Portnoy and Mangini.. I'm like dude.. just appreciate the fact that DT gave us three incredibly talented keyboardists and two the most legendary drummers in the world. and just enjoy it...Cause it's all personal tastes anyway.. so quit the debate and just enjoy the music.

[@visarbilali1684]

I remember my enthusiasm when the singles and album came out. Aired them on my programs on Radio Tirana in 2021....too many times. And this is a LOVE SONG !

[@dwade6322]

Adrians A.S.A.P. debut album was a f'n GEM !!!

[@darthslater6077]

THIS KICKS ASS!!! BEING A GUITARIST MYELF I REALLY APPRECIATE THE PLAYING ON ALL THINGS ON HERE....DAMN GUYS AWESOME...

[@thierrygagnon8477]

That might be the most badass riff that ever existed

[@fedorromm2909]

These Musketeers need Richie Sambora as well!))

[@JefAlanLong]

He’s not qualified. Sorry. And they don’t need anything they don’t already have.

[@jplove9810]

Cant wait for this record. Kotzen is king

[@canyonproductions7683]

One of the best albums i’ve ever bought

[@teejmorrison]

Adrian Smith singing is something I didn't realize I needed until I heard it.

[@Val_kyriee]

Never in a million years would I have imagined these two would make such a good pair.

[@peter10245]

3:07 Adrian takes off into another Galaxy. I absolutely love his Solo´s. They scream like there is no Tomorrow.

[@MikkaShrednik]

Slight wah-wah makes it sound Hendrix like

[@AmerAliMusic]

I wake up evey morning now, and this song rings through my head. Mr. Smith, never disappoints with his Talented musical skills. He is indeed, a genius solo artist, and with this collaboration, with Mr.Kotzen, just proves it. The two of them have just created a new dimension of Rock/Metal. Love it. Looking forward to the whole album. Just an amazing song.

[@Matt-mu6ml]

Richie Kotzen is such a great guitarist, always playing without a pick

[@marcello3980]

Oh my godnesss.. Adrian on bass is the badass

[@griskiherberts4549]

Adrian & Ritchie.....Living Legend 🤘🔥🔥

[@kirsi6302]

Smith & Kotzen are pure energy together! I simply love this song🤘🎶 Cheers and Greetings from Finland 🇫🇮

[@DanielRochareal]

I agree with you, my friend. Greetings from Brazil!

[@kirsi6302]

@@DanielRochareal Thanks 👍

[@villeristola5961]

Kirsi, if there ever was a nail that needed hammering, you hit it with a dead blow with your comment..greetings from a fellow finn 👍

[@thepumpkinking13]

1:47 That groove is, how you say, quite excellent.

[@MrCARLOSLEON7]

Kotzen ; Guitarras, Batería y Voz Smith: Guitarras, Bajo y Voz Que trabajo bien repartido

[@veronicalane1458]

Actually, Richie Kotzen plays bass as well. In fact, I am almost certain Richie Kotzen wrote that bass line.

[@nlong4028]

I end up liking every Smith/Kotzen song. The back and forth guitar wankery just tickles my fancy. Keep it up, dudes!

[@rsbreth]

It's some cool shit that you don't get that much these days.

[@jcfmfd]

Adrian made me take a guitar at the age of 12. Richie made me try to go further in writing, singing and melodies... I just can't believe that this is happening... THANK YOU!!

[@yuggothfungi]

Same here, bro! I someone had told me that it could be possible couple years ago I don't even know whether I could comprehend the idea. But it is so awesome, I cannot express it.

[@brianpark492]

I'm over 50.But looking back at all the guys I've jammed with and we played Maiden I always played Adrian's parts.

[@brianpark492]

Kotzen, is a Freak how good he is.

[@brianpark492]

Imagine the fact he played in Poison after they fired C.C.Deville.Even way back then Ritchie had more talent in his left testicle than the whole band.

[@yuggothfungi]

@@brianpark492 I wouldn't say that, they are phenomenal performers. However, "Body Tongue" is an exceptional album, with the unique sound and style.

[@alesanderilarrazpalacios3356]

Keep on Rockin' & Fishin' Adrian !! 🙏🏻

[@thomasmorrison3279]

OMG this is outstanding. 2021 may be the year rock and roll comes back to popularity.

[@fred64000]

I hope so....

[@cakeofthepan2233]

It certainly is..rock won't be top dog for a while..we have seen the transitions in past decades...and because WAP and the likes..

[@robertghanem107]

If only bs radio and bs Grammys pick up on this amazing corroboration of REAL TALENT... SAD WTF THEY CALL MUSIC THESE DAYS,AND FORSE KIDS TO LIKE....

[@TheNothing6]

No it won't. Unfortunately rap and pop dominate mainstream. Kids today don't know what good music is. They don't even want to learn to play instruments. At least there's people like us out there that still appreciate rock music.

[@MLCrow]

@@TheNothing6 I don't understand people like you. I can find something I like and find interesting also in pop and rap music...and also many rock musicians like some pop, rap and/or other genres.

[@markpresson]

Great sound guys - thanks to all in the crew!

[@jeffbeck3006]

This has been my first impression of these two fellows and I can say without a doubt I am floored. The mixture of simplicity and sophistication is perfect...one for the eras!

[@paulajane9828]

I love this song legend 🎵♥️🤘🎸🔥

[@everchangingnovas]

Adrian is one of the most versatile guitarists out there.

[@Cannabisclones]

Absolutley brilliant, chills up and down up and down my spine!

[@MikkDWolff]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 Hard Rock is back!!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@aliray1165]

Maiden: Britain’s biggest most underrated export. And from that export they gave us adrian smith. This is a collab I can get behind 🤘

[@lostrelokos5856]

The guitar expression of Smith is remarkable!!!

[@hornedkingsp]

I’ve always been a huge fan of Adrian Smith mainly because of his work on Iron Maiden but also his solo projects (Psycho Motel and ASAP). I did not know much about Richie Kotzen, only by his work on Poison. But dude, what a great artist! Hands down to these two gentlemen! Awesome songs!!! Pure hard rock!

[@PDXguitarfreak]

I'm still blown away on how Kotzen shifted to using no pick and can still wail like that. Move over, Jeff Beck! :)

[@polarglaremusic586]

I love Kotzen , always knew he could use the right collaboration to get to the next level .

[@leemichaels406]

Two super players who actually know how to write great songs! Every thing I have heard so far are great damn tunes. Guitar Rock is back !!!!

[@jasonrichardson1208]

Wow! Big Maiden fan here, I've always loved Smith's guitar tone...but his voice! He and Ritchie sound great together. 👍

[@charkvaror2112]

Can't believe how good this is! Their playing and singing match so well!

[@pvanb291]

Real musicians, playing real music! So good to hear :)

[@theelderkine]

Was always a fan of Psycho Motel so it’s fantastic to see Adrian branching out again. I love this.

[@diarrhealatte2881]

Branching out into mediocrity.

[@donovanemery597]

Awesome. Adrian Smith is a British legend.

[@felixol]

Richie’s solo was wild, loved the tone

[@erniegamboa5609]

Adrian has so much class, and style, and his tasteful approach is always complimentary never overpowering to every song he plays on. Great musician!

[@alessandrotomesani425]

Adrian!!!! The real Guitar GOD!!! I LOVE EVERYTHING THIS GUY HAS DONE!!

[@geraldsalmon1318]

Adrian Smith looks like SRV. FANTASTIC!!!!!

[@chriskato76]

Simply amazing. This partnership had no way to go wrong.

[@pauloshea3741]

Sharon Osbourne, hold my beer!

[@nirlevy4091]

For me, The album of the year, Great rock with blues tint.

[@kaganhudayar630]

Holy crap! This is SO FUCKING good!! They compliment each other so well...and the songs just assault all your senses at once without so much as an "excuse me". Like a roller coaster ride you didn't know you were getting on. This may sound crazy, but I'm getting a bit of a Soundgarden vibe as well. Intense, gut punch power AND real blues, all rolled into one. Album of the year, if you ask me.

[@jonshaw9472]

As usual Adrian plays the less flashy but more fitting and memorable solo which he has done his entire career.

[@marcbrunengraber3507]

Two amazing singers and guitarists......and Kotzen plays a mean bass and drums also. Adrian also plays great bass. Outstanding.

[@marcbrunengraber3507]

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[@ZenTheMusician]

This kicks f'kn ass. Don't think I've ever heard anyone rip a Tele like that.

[@giancassandra]

My favorite guitar player Adrian Smith, who I learned all about I could from the day I started playing guitar, and one of my favorite Richie Kotzen, since Poison, in one album! Perfection!

[@jpini761]

Adrian you re an absolut Rock Legend.

[@RR-qw6gu]

This is to good for radio at least in San Diego, Ca. The so called Rock 105 does not deserve this. This is real rock.

[@andrewsycamore3661]

love Adrian's singing. love how Adrian, Bruce, and Steve all have their own little projects they are working on

[@rising1984]

Kotzen voice sounds like Chris Cornell, amazing

[@mattsauls1853]

Out of the silent planet this godly creation is thrust upon us. Thank you for this!

[@everchangingnovas]

You can never get enough of Adrian!

[@budosportamsterdam2783]

Love this. 💯

[@digitalneko7975]

Amazing collaboration! Two guitar greats. With Richie Kotzen’s vocals, he would be an amazing tribute singer to the late great Chris Cornell.

[@MLCrow]

Actually (as you maybe know) Richie sang Cochise (Audioslave's song) with the other members of Winery Dogs but with Tom Morello on guitar. Video is on YT...but Richie is an amazing musician on his own and very different compared to Chris Cornell...sure, they have very similar voices...but Richie doesn't have such a powerful voice as Chris had in his prime. Both great musicians in their own way.

[@andreghouse9192]

If this isnt the coolest rock guitar riff of the last twenty years, then I dont know what is.

[@BassManBobBassCovers]

Incredibly well done collaboration! Amazing how they seamlessly switched off on the lead guitar parts/solos and vocal parts.

[@ROKZLEON]

Riffy goodness!!!! 🤘🏻

[@peter10245]

Fucking Hell Adrian kills it in the Solo what a Sound.

[@mylavila2725]

" I'm taking my chances I can't go no further down" Resonates!

[@titaniabell6680]

Very pleasantly surprised. Wicked tune. Thank you guys 😊

[@robertghanem107]

Adrian need to demand more writing and music ideas with Maiden, dude is full of passion and talent... Can't wait to one day see these 2 touring 2gther..

[@hammerheartofficial48]

Adrian looks like Brian Johnson playing the bass at the very end:-)

[@OsLapsosBandaRock]

Indeed!😂

[@bloodymetalangel287]

THANK YOU FOR VALIDATING IM NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO THOUGHT THAT XD

[@hagiharayumiko2650]

OMG that ponytailed hottie on drums who is THAT😍watch till the end👍👍👍👍👍

[@Maria-n6t2d]

I’m pretty sure he also hung the moon. ☮️

[@fatihsendur7544]

I've always wished A.S.A.P. continued, and now this. Already pre-ordered. Thanks Mr. Smith and Mr. Kotzen. I would also purchase a hi-res or FLAC version if you can release in those formats too.

[@GabrielSC174]

ASAP is awesome! adrian needs to play those songs live!

[@silvaanosvs8783]

I'd buy the wax roll and the cave wall carving of the lyrics if available!!

[@peterthornton1969]

He did some stuff with Dickinson

[@GabrielSC174]

@@peterthornton1969 first show i ever seen was bruce with adrian in 1999!

[@dannyboyrodas]

Buenísimos los dos !!!

[@fabiomam1]

This is a true School of Rock! Amazing! Cheers from Brazil 🇧🇷🤘🏽

[@EdwardYasko]

Kotzens solo is absolute fire.

[@romain1238]

Ritchie's guitar game is just incredible, pleasure to listen, pleasure to look at... And his voice... Whaouw. Adrian is music history.

[@spacexx3533]

Great!!!!

[@davedongieux9052]

God, this is such a breathe of fresh ROCK air!!! THANK YOU!!

[@martianshoes]

That riff could break teeth. Crunch!

[@rottdog666]

TAKES A LOT TO GET ME INTERESTED IN NEW MUSIC. THIS DID IT. MUST HAVE ALBUM. Love the heavy blues feel.