“Some Assembly Required”, by Jason Becker & Friends

[@waltervazquezcolino6874]

I will always remember the first time I heard Cacophony. The world stoped

[@AngelVivaldi]

Such an honor to play with legends like you, my friend! Thrilled to be a part of this incredible initiative 🤘🏾

[@pooritech]

Crazy playing and showmanship like a young J 🔥🔥🔥

[@guitarnerd-cc4vf]

Fantastic playing angel!!!!!

[@JasonBeckerOfficial]

My friend, your solo is so beautiful, perfect and fun. Thank you so much for your music and friendship.

[@johnjohnny2002]

Sep kito nasi kerabo lako.!!

[@luisbuzane6010]

Jason becker es una inspiracion, Jason es una leyenda viva !

[@JustOneWillingSoul]

Absolutely incredible work by everyone involved! Love you Jason! Thanks for the inspiration! Sincerely, ~Yui Mizuno aka Yui Metal and BABYMETAL

[@anotherholywar]

Marty Friedman right after Jason's was so perfect

[@anthonynewgent8004]

My Favorite segment is Angel V !!!!!

[@dragonforce]

This will go down in history! Nita and Josh are such legends for putting this together! Amazing work from everyone involved. Love it! - Herman Li

[@ErrantProjectile]

For us fans old enough to know all of these players and Beckers story, this was extremely moving and a wonderful gift to Jason. Thank you for being part of the coolest thing I think I've ever seen in metal!

[@johnmcminn9455]

This "shred comp" is the best I've seen .

[@diegosGuitar]

Herman you killed it!

[@mattcoudriet5502]

Can’t wait for the new album! 🎸🔥

[@diegolatorre6793]

You pulled hell of a tapping solo there. You got it.

[@robscallon]

Thanks for having me guys :)

[@JasonBeckerOfficial]

Thank you so much Rob! I am a big fan of yours.

[@jordi7899]

youtube ecelebs were the worst part by far, Jason Becker is too kind

[@MaydupNem]

that coil switch mid-solo was smooooth

[@michaelyoung9967]

Dude you were unreal!

[@dominicklocastro8404]

At the beginning of of your solo I get big Eric Johnson vibes and it's just incredible! That's a tone to be proud of!

[@nolituh]

Marty entrance gave me chills, seriously. Marty is absolutely perfect

[@actsofswine7186]

My favorite solo of the bunch. He plays with so much feeling!

[@omhr9554]

the most melodic I think, then comes Herman Li

[@FernandoManciniGuitar]

Yes, it brought me to tears!!!

[@Babassecretchannel]

Yup, Marty nailed it, listened the most.

[@johnmcminn9455]

Really beautiful melody by Friedman

[@ckmoore101]

Damn, when Jason Becker calls, everyone answers the phone. So cool. Glad Marty participated.

[@DeltaPi314]

Even Lukather didn't hold the line.

[@dragnrider9]

when jason says jump, you say how high.

[@donaldconfalone2410]

Seen Marty twice , he loves playing that guitar 🎸 and we love to hear him. God bless you all and Jason☮️

[@geovani60624]

marty is the first one I would think doing a collab with jason, they are like brothers

[@marcosjbs4391]

0:17 Josh Villalta (Drum) 0:20 Billy Sheehan (Bass) 0:28 Chris Broderick 0:48 Joe Bonamassa 1:07 Gus G 1:25 Paul Gilbert 1:36 Angel Vivaldi 1:55 Steve Vai (or anyone else with his guitar hidden under that cap) 2:14 Steve Stevens 2:33 Rob Scalon 2:43 Jennifer Batten 3:03 Nili Brosh 3:20 Richie Kotzen 3:41 Mark Rizzo 3:50 Lari Basilio 4:10 Zakk Wylde 4:29 Van Hal... oops, Paul Stanl... ops, Alex Skolnick 4:48 Phil Demmel 5:08 Nita Strauss 5:32 JASON BECKER! 6:00 Marty Friedman 6:20 Herman Li 6:39 Jared Dines 6:58 Steve Lukather

[@guitarnerd-cc4vf]

So cool u took the time to do that!!

[@Mesatallic]

Just a friendly comment. It’s Nita Strauss and not Nina. 🤘🙂🤘

[@gitarman666]

Jared Dines? WTF Marty should have closed out the talent not SL And this dines amateur shouldn’t even be in the roster, Very confused But, hey it’s for Jason so it’s all good Thanks to all the well known and established talent that donated their cuts Loved it. Love Jason Becker and Cacophony

[@longshanks5531]

Man… was hoping Andy James would have joined in!!!

[@evandrolokidoki1006]

Com certeza é o Vai kkkkkkk

[@TheRealAlexSkolnick]

Amazing undertaking by Nita & Josh, a huge honor to participate and Jason continues to inspire. Thanks for having me 🙏🏼🎸🙌😎

[@markgandol5994]

Excellent job Alex, not even looking at the fretboard ❤

[@daveg4236]

@@markgandol5994go watch again. He did

[@mateussoaresneto4296]

Congrats. Best solo of gig.

[@jcabello]

Me a encantado tu solo, gran trabajo! 👏👏👏🤘🤘🤘

[@chuckbrowning1612]

Alex just wanted to say hello,I’m a big testament fan,great work,say hey to chuck and the boys keep rockin my friend!!!!!

[@elvisrios756]

Jennifer Batten what a surprise and sweet solo!!

[@K707OR30]

Hers was easily among the best and most tastefully phrased, she killed it.

[@elvisrios756]

​@@K707OR30totally agree

[@vbarrto]

She is a Legend!

[@landslug]

She's really awesome, definitely a very cool addition to the lineup

[@itsjohnnymillion]

She slayed

[@Impellitterii]

Jason Becker lives and breathes all over the world.

[@mindtorquemusic]

Inspires me everyday down in Oz!

[@larryunderwood3862]

#ElonForJason

[@Argentuza]

and he is smiling!

[@MrBTBusch]

He may outlast Us!!! One can hope.

[@guitarnerd-cc4vf]

Chris?

[@MarcRizzoOfficial]

Big thank you to Josh and Nita for having me part of this legendary collaboration!! Jason has always been a hero of mine!! Thank you everybody!! This rocks!!🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

[@mateussoaresneto4296]

Congrats, Bro

[@JasonBeckerOfficial]

Thank you big time Marc! I absolutely loved your solo. I am so grateful to you.

[@MarcRizzoOfficial]

@@JasonBeckerOfficial thank you jason!!! Thank you for all the inspiration!!

[@MarcRizzoOfficial]

@@JasonBeckerOfficial thanks jason you’re a huge inspiration!!

[@marcolanzini6095]

I'm Surprise for your tecnique.Great job,man🤘🤘

[@ripwotd]

Bonamassa rocking a metal song is amazing

[@richardmotaifebles7353]

Seriously

[@Thevanquisherrr]

Never thought I’d see it. But you’re damn right!

[@orion681]

Joey B let it rip and it was great! Let the fucking man live!

[@TheAntropusChannel]

This solo is not very different from what he has done on Black Country Communion. He does have a hard rock side. If you are not aware of the band I mentioned you should check it out.

[@mattmacarthur520]

@@TheAntropusChannelbloodline buddy

[@abesluciferius]

Damn. Having "Jason Becker Himself" followed by Marty Friedman hit me right in the feels

[@yixiaomeng5719]

I cried at that moment

[@yazoosquelch7065]

I wasn't crying, it was the ghosts cutting invisible onions under my eyes!

[@christopherhunt3961]

Me too

[@mfopeth]

Totally

[@HansStrock]

Same here! I was just about to comment this but you beat me to it. 😆 That was just too perfect of them to do

[@r.dm.g.3401]

Friedman’s solo is just something special

[@headlight31]

He have that distinctive sound over all that even if it's your first time listening to this with no video, you'd recognize that that part was Marty's.

[@kidwave1]

Marty is a top 3 all time to me. Steve Stevens was awesome!

[@madProgenitorDeity]

yeah I teared up at Marty's, all things considered and all. it's more of a verse though.. gives me that cacophony feel.. Alex's part was probably my favorite standalone

[@furryz666]

Marty is amazing, Mr Friedman the Honored equal half of Cacophony He is unique both in approach and practice it is a lesson many need to learn Take apart “Dragons Kiss” He has a intention to his compositions beyond just shred The thinking mans artist Subliminal, microtonal, experimental, seems to be in its own sub genres He and Jason are the perfect Yin to the others Yang

[@Hadri_ART]

Makes me cry to listen to that solo, beautiful and full o meanings

[@SpectralUltra]

How did Bonamassa get that sound? Out of this world.

[@guitarnerd-cc4vf]

When it comes to getting a great tone. Joe is a master, absolutely incredible

[@honjon666]

Jennifer Batten! She's still killing it! Love seeing her! Love you Jason!!!

[@joeydego2]

Literally brought tears to my eyes. The best quote about Jason I ever heard was when I asked Marty Friedman to share a thought. “Jason isn’t the reason I play guitar. He’s the inspiration for getting up in the morning”.

[@drums5050]

Thatss the most badass comment. Got the article?

[@joeydego2]

@@drums5050 it was an online press conference I attended for Jackson guitars about a year ago, when they released the USA made SL3. It really hit me right in the feels.

[@derekm3180]

Same here - At first I was like "aw that's cute." But I choked up when Nita got out the yo yo. Then when Marty came in, the tears started....

[@bdubs3819]

I don't know what it is about Marty showing up but that was the moment

[@drums5050]

@@joeydego2 that’s so EPICLY mad dude. 👌🏾🤟🏾🤛🏾

[@thewickedwizard]

Nita with the yo-yo got me!

[@gregorywall7586]

Me too

[@johnnysohl355]

agreed perfect touch

[@pooritech]

Yep! Classy touch! I'm sure Jason liked it!

[@rkgaustin]

I was like WTF?!?! There's showboating, there's showing off, then there's just straight taking the piss! 🤣

[@TristanTarrant]

​@@rkgaustinshe's "quoting" Jason. Later on in the video he does the same

[@PaulNelson156]

Nita pulling out the yoyo for Jason. Wow. Magic.

[@robmc1232]

Nita Strauss - very nice touch with the yo-yo. I’m sure I’m not the only one that got a big smile and a tear at the same time over that. Thank you so much for putting this together. Everybody that views this should share it with a minimum of 10 people.

[@lucashilderman9983]

Shed a tear when Marty came on screen. Absolutely beautiful

[@vanniancillotti]

I did too...

[@bitburg40]

Marty hogging Jason’s spotlight again. 🤪 Kidding of course.😂

[@ezequiellars314]

Me too

[@superdoublekapowzler2383]

i did

[@Jnormad]

Same

[@thukdun]

It's impossible not to get emotional when you see so many amazing guitar players united for Jason Becker.

[@pooritech]

His smile at the end got le teared up!

[@Jay-D049]

Got really emotional seeing how Jason and Marty played right next to each other in the order of this song

[@stu73ke]

Yeah, that was a nice touch.​@@Jay-D049

[@Bass-Sama87]

Billy Sheehan on bass just makes this cooler 👺🤘🔥

[@michaelyoung9967]

There isn't anyone except the 4 string master to have!

[@voronOsphere]

Definitely!

[@wavular]

Paul gilbert and Ste ie Vai take the Trophy! I mea. STELLAR STYLE AND NECK BREAKING LICKIN' From space! Lol truly masters of the Board and the right hand! Such inttricate note control!

[@cedricdugardin2868]

I listen to Martin and Lari ‘ solos on that song everyday ! It’s just so remarkable.

[@Flyinginthebluedream]

Nita playing Yoyo is a big homage for Jason, almost brought me to tears .. and then enter Marty solo

[@joelutz4348]

instant tears.

[@3rett115]

Marty sticking with a very humble contribution was a really powerful gesture.

[@ЛевПарицкий]

❤

[@doglovemimijumable]

Really impressed but I mean….. Nita where is your crazy left hand legato on yoyo part😂

[@iutchube]

What do you mean by almost? Cried my eyes out here😂

[@MarioAwake]

Best solos: Marty and Jason, as always!! ❤❤

[@bowriverblog]

And Steve Vai !! 🤘🤘

[@alexmethvin8876]

Don't forget about Paul!🤘🤘

[@kidwave1]

Steve Stevens crushed. I want his signature amp.

[@Megadeth1921]

WOW!! That is one of the most incredible things I have ever seen and some of the best sounds I have ever heard. The list of artists is amazing. Jason Becker is a legend. Thank you all for this incredible piece of music.

[@timcarter1164]

Thank you Alex Skolnick for playing the Frankie relic, because Edward Van Halen should have been a part of this. Had he survived. What a beautiful tribute to Jason. What an amazing collaboration between an incredible collection of artists. Mr Becker, your music and your influence will outlive every last one of us.

[@pitthefrit6292]

Someone should have played a Dean ML, too! Wylde, for example

[@timcarter1164]

@@pitthefrit6292 ... Agreed. Or even the Black Label Society custom Razorback that Dime had made for him.

[@MainPrism]

Damn right!!!

[@orion681]

Good catch....saw that and felt the same

[@mikkonurmi5201]

I got something in my eye when straight after Jason's bit Marty came up

[@oyc7946]

6:12 good god that note selection, so simple yet so perfectly melodic

[@notkrapmusic]

JASON BECKER = MOZART of the guitar ! Thank you Jason for hanging in there for the World to experience. \m/\m/ 1969 was a great year ;-)

[@jfo3000]

He is indeed the Mozart of the guitar.

[@RJRonquillo]

This was the best collab jam ever❤ the Yo-yo, all the players, Marty, the footage of Jason - I’m in tears, this makes me so happy ❤

[@gstmusic69]

You and me both!

[@Tiggerozzy]

He should be in the hall rock of fame …to be recognized while his still kicking …

[@mindtorquemusic]

He's already in my hall of fame. That other one is just a scam, don't take it seriously.

[@PHILPOP2]

He doesn't need to be Kate Bush is in there so that shows it means nothing

[@MickH60]

@@PHILPOP2 stupid comment, Kate is there in her own right, just because you don't like her doesn't mean a thing.....

[@petragroselj1133]

@@PHILPOP2 perfectly said

[@wolfgangmarkusgstrein8522]

Marty shines with melody over speed.

[@gigaphonicon]

I'm glad marty went right after the clips of Jason. It seems like the way it should be. What a great show of unity from the guitar shredding community. I love it.

[@bbcraven6469]

I just became so flooded with emotions, I almost cried when Marty showed up on the screen. I got "Welcome back old friend" vibes.

[@FishOutOfWaterMusik]

I did cry. I couldn’t even talk explaining to my 7 year olds.

[@rodrigopim7693]

Beautiful and incredible. My father acquired ALS and you have been my inspiration in caring for him. God bless you Jason!

[@misaelalejandrohenriquezhe339]

Fuerza; paciencia compañero!! Cuidar a un ser querido es = Amor!!

[@mikematthews5890]

I was Blessed to have met and taken a handful of lessons from Jason. Truly a beautiful person and incredibly gifted guitarist. After joining DLR he even came back up to the Bay Area to do a guitar clinic at DVC that I helped set up. THANK YOU for all your contributions Jason \m/.

[@KristinBloomMS]

Goosebumps all over my body the second Jason’s track commenced. Jesus, the man is a genius.

[@NandoRedrum]

My Goodness! This was like the Justice League of Guitar Heroes. Excellent!

[@henrikharbin5521]

A lesson: Even if you cannot move more than your eyes, you van inspire others.

[@brightbite]

Jason moves more than his eyes; he moves our hearts! 😉

[@kmoecub]

He's still an active composer.

[@c.h.u.d]

And his mouth..look at that winning Kool aid man smile at the end😀

[@kevincross8372]

Yes he does!

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

Most would say I was "a shredder" back in the day (though I hate the term itself because it's nothing like that). Last year my hands suddenly froze up and were so swollen and stiff I could barely play 2 notes in a row. Players like Tony Iommi, Django Reinhardt, and especially Jason Becker helped keep me inspired and refusing to give up. Now I can play a lot again, and though I may never play like I used to, I am still progressing as a musician.😊

[@TonicTroubled]

Gilbert is always such a blast to watch!

[@geraldlapira6273]

To all the guitarists who participated: THANK YOU. YOU ARE A GIFT TO MANKIND, with YOUR TALENT, GENEROSITY AND SHOWING SINCERE SOLIDARITY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.........

[@claudiosuarez8974]

Increíble ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Faelcortezgtr]

The girls nailed it!!! Marty played with his heart

[@laihoslife1991]

100%❤

[@OeHomestead]

Wow... Just wow..... And it's so cool that Alex Skolnick played an EVH. Ed was definitely there in spirit.

[@I_am_ElCapi]

I literally began crying when I saw Marty Friedman.

[@orion681]

Same

[@redmed10]

Can i ask why? Is there a story behind it?

[@I_am_ElCapi]

@@redmed10 they were buddies and had a speed metal band called Cacophony in the late 80's

[@ΒαγγέληςΚυρτάτος]

Chris Broderick and Joe Bonamassa are on fire on this!! And Jason's solo is just phenomenal !!!!!

[@emmit123456789]

I get so emotional whenever I see Marty in Jason's videos. Marty is a true friend.

[@jasonrigler7020]

This is like the We Are The World of guitarist. Amazing work and I'm sure if Dimebag and Eddie were still with us they would be right their with you guys! Thank you, Jason.

[@TomMcMahonMUSIC]

It’s worth checking out some of the shred collaboration videos online as well. Some of these people like Jared are on them and pretty fun.

[@iutchube]

Jason Becker is a living miracle, not in the obvious sense. How else could we have something like this happen if it wasn't for the love this incredible human being breeds in all of us?❤❤❤

[@mikecarson7769]

LOVE how so many legends unite around Jason Becker . . .

[@paubass123]

Kotzen shredding without a pick is awesome

[@aryonugroho8711]

I am happy to have lived the same world at the same era when there was jason becker in it. I don't play guitar at the same level as you are jason. But i am happy enough. You are inspiration to soooo many people, music or not. Thank you jason, thank you.

[@mikeolivavocal]

It's impossible not to get emotional watching Jason's live scenes, and the sequence when Marty enters makes you cry. Thank you for this song and this amazing video!

[@P3Dokkazz]

I really cried

[@Weed69Eyes]

It brought a tear to my eye dude

[@thepowerofIandI]

The yo-yo, and Marty. Damn. 🥲 This is like an invigorating lightning bolt through the soul

[@jaredclark9188]

Exactly!

[@kafeinvisuals2081]

Marty just KILLED IT, with so much emotion.

[@TedrosOficial]

Brazil very well represented by Lari Basílio! Great team! You deserve all the honors, Jason! We love you! God bless!

[@jsg.guitar]

Gus G tbm

[@clarenceoveur9497]

Was expecting Kiko Loureiro!

[@adrielbarbosa3760]

@@jsg.guitar Gus G não é brasileiro

[@mrwelch2004]

​@@clarenceoveur9497They set a two ex Megadeth guitarist limit.

[@jacksonmarshallkramer5087]

To be given the gift of high level playing and then to have it taken away, along with all of his other capabilities is incredibly sad. It's great that his colleagues continue to support him.

[@regulatormachine2788]

another way to support this channel is to NOT skip the ads...

[@omaraguilarzavaleta4309]

Marty's section always is the most emotional

[@MisterJones956]

Marty Friedman rollin’ in with the ‘feel’ shreds 🎸🔥

[@LeeJCander]

Marty’s playing always gives me goosebumps

[@bigtommy9715]

Closest we have to Jason’s style

[@Habilio1]

All the guys are great, but having Jennifer Batten, she is a legend to have!

[@longshanks5531]

We need this song in ITunes or some way to download it to our phones!!!

[@andresousa1334]

Jason Becker my hero not just in music also in my whole live I wouldn't be alive if it wasn't for your courage and strength love you

[@Mechashiva76]

dang... the yoyo practically brought a tear to my eye. I think it's because I reminds me of how bionic Jason was and would've been on guitar... and what's the deal with only 80k subscribers people? I'm sure Jason easily has a million fans, so shred that subscribe button!!!!

[@brightbite]

I second that.

[@HunterCOB]

You can really feel the love and adoration for Jason in everyone's playing, I didn't know a shred collaboration was going to make me cry today but here we are. Absolutely stunning!

[@joseluiznetoluiz1782]

Dear Jason you are the best guitar player in the hole world, you inspire me all day, cheers from Brazil.

[@_mysilentblue2227]

1:55 Vai: on the bar. 3:03 Nili: oh those glorious bends! 4:30 Alex: with the no looking fretboard mastery. 5:08 Nina: with the yoyo! Everyone killed it on this.

[@russellatkins5146]

Jason Becker is a legend and I have been a huge fan since the Cacaphony days. Still my favorite guitar player ever. This song is fantastic with so many great players on it.. Thank you Nita for the great music.

[@skyrim1336]

So awesome to see chris broderick being part of this masterpiece.

[@bm8584]

Thanks Jason and friends! You are the BEST!!

[@skyline7245]

lari basilio's solo is sooo good i fckn love it so much

[@rokkydestro]

メッチャヤバイ…見ながら泣けてきた😭

[@chromatic1976]

Big fan of Becker, keep up the great work!!!!

[@morvaridk]

It's incredibly emotional to witness the unity of so many amazing guitar players coming together for Jason Becker. 🤘🏾❤ 👍 🙏 🎸

[@yourdrummer2034]

Jason Becker we Love you! Your music and your spirit make our world a better place!!

[@mello2029]

Holy cow what an incredible performance by everyone and I’m so happy to see Angel Vivaldi crushing it! And Joe Bonamassa blew my mind too 🤘

[@guitarnerd-cc4vf]

Joe is a monster guitarist!!!!!

[@cleber33]

Wow, Jason is an inspiration to me every day!

[@Amanda-os4ul]

Jason Becker best guitarist in the world 🎸🤘🏼

[@MarkDrumzEntertainment]

I absolutely love it what a wonderful thing to do for Jason Becker. God bless everyone involved, for giving their time to such a special cause to help a very wonderful person, a legendary guitarist with a heart of gold, the legendary Jason Becker🤘🏼🩵

[@greekfreak1980]

Nita doing the yoyo trick, was a nice touch. 😊

[@dharmasmsi]

I watched this like an angel from heaven descended incarnate through these great guitarists to comfort their sick child, I couldn't help but shed tears, it was so amazing

[@jobe13]

Seeing so many artists that I grew up listening to and admiring blew my mind, but seeing them all come together for Jason with love and honor simply makes my soul sing! Loved seeing everyone, but the big surprise for me was seeing THE Jennifer Batten!

[@supa2969]

THE Jennifer Batten! too right perfectly placed

[@manooko]

Dear GOD, I wept when I saw Marty playing right after you...

[@JasonCGuitarOfficial]

Marty came on screen and i cried .....Hearing the two of them on a song together again hit me hard.

[@nudsh]

This video = Love, it is very special....

[@starexplorers1202]

Eddie would have loved to have joined in on that one for sure. Great job getting all these talented guitar players together Jason. Beautiful art lasts forever..... 🎸

[@dragon21247]

Jason the real stars always shine through you are no exception please keep writing and producing this peice is beyond amazing BRAVO GOD BLESS JASON and keep em' coming Mate🤩

[@camilloventuri7344]

Marty Friedman solo is the best!!! Really really heart touching, as a real friend

[@DonnyDaison]

That Marty solo was just in a different realm!

[@torrutriani]

Beautiful beautiful, all those guitar heroes just having fun and expressing their love to Jason is amazing, beautiful 💜

[@art-uhr]

How can I like the same video multiple times?!?!!?!? 🎸

[@Challender]

Wholly Buckets of goodness!

[@ulisesmeraz1386]

I almost shed a tear when Marty started playing