The Captain Meets John Browne (Monuments)! - First Look at his New Signature Schecter Guitar!

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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
» 0:00 Intro Playing!
» 0:40 Introducing John Browne!
» 2:07 Influences?
» 6:23 Education?
» 8:57 First Band?
» 12:38 Beginning of Monuments
» 14:50 About Monuments
» 15:40 Paying the Bills?
» 21:20 Playing!
» 21:45 A Signature Guitar!
» 34:12 Some Riffing on the 7-String
» 35:40 Amps & Pedals?
» 43:38 Another 7-String Riff!
» 44:21 Valve vs Digital?
» 47:55 Pedals?
» 57:30 Your Neck?
» 1:00:06 More Riffing!
» 1:00:25 Your Guitar School?
» 1:03:14 Thanks John & Thanks For Watching!
» 1:05:05 Outro Playing!
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[@prattttt2000]

I went to high school with John. So great to see how far he's come when our 6th form music teacher wouldn't give him the time of day. Bravo, great interview @andertons

[@JohnBrownemonuments]

Oh wow, I didn't realise anyone else picked up on that. Good to hear from you Martin, it's been a long time.

[@bertzx9r894]

That's cool! I went to a creative arts college and was told i couldnt choose music when we did our "options" I had choice of visual arts or performing, but performing was dance drama. The tutor groups 1-4 could do music, 5-7 couldn't and i was in 6. A mainly guitar but also drummer and steel pan player, told they cant study music for a diploma because of the tutor group they're in is the stupidest thing!!!

[@adamziehm-friesen7480]

This was a really good one. Thanks guys

[@RockAudioExperiments]

2024 NEEDS a Browne and Bea project! Imagine the grooves 😮

[@rba1228]

You can tell Browne dials in a tone to sound good in a mix as opposed to his bedroom. It sounds a bit harsh in isolation but huge on a record with everything else going on. Great interview!

[@flyingmanforfun]

100%, its suprising how shit the guitar sound in progressive metal 99% of the time when you isolate it but in the mix its just perfect

[@thefriedpiper]

@@flyingmanforfun guitarists just learning this pain bassists have known since almost forever.

[@smagliaro]

John Browne is such a force in the metal scene for so many different reasons. I'll always be stoked to see success coming his way.

[@pentatonicpaddy]

Lees face when hes not keen on the genre of music is priceless

[@andertons]

😂😂 it’s not that I don’t like it, it’s just making my brain hurt!

[@oliverboisen7475]

​@@andertonsLee your face in this is literally the same my dad when I showed him Polyphia. It's like "I can see why people like it, but I have no idea what's going on" 😂

[@paulslack4303]

Bridge pick very clear rite, all I hear is farrrrrrrtttt, just play some power chords not these huge chords but I guess that's the genre

[@paulslack4303]

That 8 string sounds f..... G horrible sorry it brings on anxiety to me no spankyou

[@pentatonicpaddy]

mine as well respect for sticking with it tho lol @@andertons

[@Johnnydirewolf]

The Captain's face when John starts riffing the 7-string made my day xD Cheers for these amazing interviews!

[@tusharjamwal]

yes! 34:13

[@zachlavallee7303]

Do you know if that's from a Monuments song? Nevermind, @WastedLight mentions it's Opiate by Monuments.

[@digital360]

I never tire of how humble Browne is. He genuinely seems like the coolest dude, despite all his talent and growing fame. When I grow up, I wanna be like Browne.

[@jcugnoni]

I could probably never play even close to that but I love how John is both a rythm guitarist that merges melody in his chords and is simultaneously a whole rythm section on his own... Crazy good player and looks like a nice chap too. Thanks for featuring him on the channel.

[@BingsBuddery]

I have to echo what so many others have said here, John really comes off like an exceptionally humble and genuine guy, and his playing is from another universe. Great episode.

[@iaing2030]

Incredible interview Lee really enjoyed that. Browne is a force of nature with his playing, I am just in awe of his capabilities, and he is such a nice down to earth guy.

[@dustynbeasley6261]

Lee's face at 34:16 when John first starts playing his 8 string. Absolutely priceless. He looks blown away 😂 he looks like he is sitting there thinking how the hell is he playing like this with 2 more strings

[@skupiony.na.bombie]

*7 string

[@cmh6122]

My first LP was "Best of Cream". I was 13 and had been playing about a year that summer of 69. This has been the most enjoyable 'Capt Meets' episode I have ever seen. I would never have heard of John Browne or Monument, and the sparkle in his eyes when he said "White Room" took me back 55 years. Well done Captain. I will explore more of John's music.

[@MrBigggs]

John Browne is a legend in the space of progressive metal and down tuning etc. Very cool to see these worlds come together a bit. Please have more artists like this! I can only take so many pentatonic licks lol

[@definitelynotgore]

They really stopped grabbing people like this after Rabea

[@rufiothebandito]

100% Monuments and FellSilent are absolute legends in the world of metal.

[@georgeoh-well8116]

Thanks, very educational. As someone who loves guitar but generally doesn't listen to this style; Reinforces how amazingly versatile the electric guitar is, and how talented people can get so much sonic goodness out of it. Off to listen to some Monuments and Chimp Spanner 🙂

[@theruthlessfish]

What a fun guy to interview! :D Great humour, good music references and so on! :D (And good to see Lee being dragged out of his comfort zone somewhat. ;) )

[@negromister]

The Captain is a really, really good interviewer. He's as far removed from djent as one can be, but the conversation is smart and engaging throughout.

[@jcuish39]

Never normally comment on any KZbin vids, but just thought I’d pop on and say that John seems like just a lovely guy and talented player. Really enjoyed this interview, will check out his music and his Sig Schecter is stunning 😍

[@evanlunak4262]

Easily one of the best riff writers ever and amazing at explaining concepts

[@notdynomonkey]

I love Johns comment about the "feeling" through an amp. Tosin and JP just said the same thing in a recent Rick Beato interview. Love Monuments and John is an awesome genuine guy. Great interview!!:)

[@cmonsterz]

Whoa! John mentioned Jarzombek and Watchtower! That’s going way back! The Jarzombek’s (Ron and Bobby) are absolutely next level musicians!

[@matthewcool247]

I saw them a week or so ago in Austin! Been seeing them since High school

[@mikedamisch]

One of the best! Big thanks for featuring other type of guitar styles.

[@feidias1706]

Amazing interview! Two guys chilling and talking about guitar, what not to like 😎

[@niclastname]

Awesome interview and a fun conversation to listen to!

[@trevv5886]

Really amazing interview. Fav of the year❤❤

[@ktsproductionstudio]

Also props to John for giving Jason Becker some love❤

[@thisisqualia]

Yes, yes, yes. Richie Sambora is so underrated. I always thought the guy is a master when it comes to tone. He always has the perfect sound for each song.

[@Professional.Bro.777]

That guitar looks incredibly good in 8 string configuration

[@coleford4258]

Can we all just appreciate the most perfect, organic stank face from the Captain at 34:17? 🤣

[@savm8164]

This was a fantastic episode, John is a real behemoth of a player

[@fahdo_owani]

Watched the whole video! It is really joyful to see people doing what they love! Keep at it guys. Also, Browne you amazing human, Joined Mordern Metetal Acadamy & John Browne was kind enough to give positive feedback on a small section of my song! He Definitely falls in the nice guitar guy section!

[@ToxicxEternity]

Yeah John!! This man riffs like no other

[@whhitestallion]

Bout damn time boys!! Great guest

[@stevemaass3074]

As usual, a great interview by the Captain. And John is an impressive guy. Very interesting conversation.

[@LucasMastropasqua]

Browne is awesome! So glad you finally got him on a “captain meets”!!! 🤘🤘🤘

[@tragically1969]

Great interview, really enjoyed this one.

[@michaelhinchliffe3245]

Really enjoyed this interview. John seems like a top bloke and a massive talent. I love interviews where im not particularly into the genre of music of the music but i learn so much👍

[@jimmygillard]

Great episode of TCM. I always add anyone I've not listened to before to my listen pile, and I think this particular episode I've added more artists than I ever have with any interview previously.

[@ZL1LoVeR]

Me too! And I’m a big Monuments fan!

[@scottwilcox6313]

Great interview. John is just an amazing player and human being.

[@JoeGarrettMusic]

That was a great interview! ❤ Browne

[@JohnBrownemonuments]

Thanks king!

[@patrickmckay6621]

Johns rhythm skills are incredible. I think because his back problems forced him to stay away from intensive noodle practise...what a great innovative guitarist! Greetings from germany!

[@JohnBrownemonuments]

Earlier in my life that was psoriasis on my hands 😅

[@oneton7106]

Thanks for bringing this guy to my attention. Starched spotify so i can check out his work when i go back to work . More like these pls captain.. Oh and thaks for my nux space i got from yous faultless transactoun

[@lauscho]

I actually didn't know John had been "Mick Mars'd". I just thought he was pretty intensely into keeping his head down and looking at his hands. I missed that news. Glad to hear he's taking it in stride and that it's not causing him too much pain or inability to continue playing guitar. Love his work. Is it maybe accurate to say he's kind of like the modern-day James Hetfield in the sense that he's one of metal's best current rhythm guitarists who doesn't really play a lot of leads? Even though their styles are so far apart, it's like they're both known for being metal's "strong right hands" of their respective generations.

[@brianmiller3287]

Could you explain to me what happened to his neck? Thank you!

[@DerekBratescu]

@@brianmiller3287vertebrae fused in his neck leaving him unable to look up after a certain point. It’s called ankylosing spondylitis. Sadly nothing that can be done at certain points of this condition.

[@brianmiller3287]

Thanks Derrick!

[@ZL1LoVeR]

You’re absolutely right and if you watch other interviews and some of his rhythm lessons he is huge on downpicking and credits James Hetfield for this

[@DominiqueHeine]

Wonderful episode. Love John and his monstrously amazing and unique playing.

[@smeagol37]

Thank you for that video. A great final for 2023 with an absolutely nice guy.

[@michaelsnydermusic]

This shows that practitioners of different musical genres have far more in common than they do differences. I don’t follow this band but I’m gonna try DADGAD for sure. Thanks for branching out and giving yet another great interview.

[@romaliwhispers]

so cool ! Proud of you Kieran !

[@tombstone1055]

I love how John has come in and is just chatting to Lee like a mate, makes for a great interview!

[@MikaTarkela]

John is such a monster player! Cool melodies and sick rhythm playing.

[@perrtown]

Loved this episode!

[@andrewmorgan1640]

Awesome Browne, good to see ya

[@thelowlifex9437]

Great interview , hopefully we can see architects and while she sleeps guitarists someday with the captain

[@William_Earl]

JB is one of my favorite players. Really makes me want to pick guitar playing back up.

[@daredevil2724]

This guy has inspired me to start writing my own riffs and get better. Great having him on

[@SymbolicSplenetic]

Never got into Monuments, but this guy seems dope af. Super chill.

[@michaelwarburton6173]

Unexpected bonus Kieran at the end, go on lad! 😄

[@michaelwarburton6173]

@user-yt8yh5kk8z yes, you can have the word cachinnate.

[@Guitarnado]

Great episode!

[@caknut]

how could you have possibly known

[@Guitarnado]

All of their episodes are Great. Also, I've seen a lot of John Browne's work. He's a phenomenal guitarist!@@caknut

[@JoshCastleTCM]

Finally someone that has the view of Sambora being criminally under rated. Some of his solos are so beautifully melodic.

[@ragegochester]

IVE WAITED FOR THIS DAY

[@AkiraSpectrum]

got me a Tao 7 a few weeks ago-- LOVE IT!

[@Mar33322]

Great interview ! John seems like a really nice guy.

[@chazharrison9760]

This Dude sounds like a genuine nice man. Seems to be quite humble and just all around nice. I play Prog Metal as well but with a bit more classical style in there. But he has earned another fan just with his attitude. And his sig. guitars are absolutely beautiful. Can not wait to hear more from him and should become a regular on Andertons for more heavy gear videos.

[@ktsproductionstudio]

John is modern metal Hetfield

[@karterestill]

Absolutely one of, if not the best right hand in metal

[@zeronine-eightyfour]

John is an incredible guitarist but most importantly also song writer. His sound and playing has so much character.

[@mhoff7722]

@43:30 exact reason why I still drag my half stacks to live gigs regardless of the size of the venue or importance of the gig. It just inspires me and makes me smile 🤘🤘🤘 Outro playing giving the Capt'n the proper stank face! Love it!

[@avocadotron]

Johne Browne is wicked good! Thanks for having him on here.

[@DiegoHenaoV]

Awesome video!

[@stevp372]

I remember playing a festival with my first band and FellSilent were on after us. John was such a nice guy and let me use his Engl cab for our set. We sat in a back room with some other guitarists and we were all lusting after some ones Blackmachine 7 string (this was when they were new and affordable), very knowledgable nice guy and great player of course

[@ianmarsland44]

What a great guy and his playing is phenomenal!

[@ianmarsland44]

Monuments doing Sunshine of your love needs to become a thing because that riff was glorious!!!

[@skippy1564]

One of the very best modern players. Excellent & innovative rhythms. Insane right hand. Dudes a legend.

[@joshtorresfdu6621]

Cap was looking at John like he just saw a witch lmaoooo

[@oliverboisen7475]

Literally my dad when I showed him Polyphia lmao

[@maiconlfc2]

One of my favorite modern guitarists

[@austinmidwest7062]

love this. feel it was long overdue

[@RubyRoks]

John's such a fantastic musician and interesting person. :)

[@BrageHT]

Love John! I think these modern guitarists really shine when hearing the riffs in a song context - maybe have them play a few songs with the track next time?

[@nightowl5959]

I love that guitar I need it

[@DCJayhawk57]

Latest Monuments album is great. Awesome having John on, I'm really happy to see some modern metal get some love from this channel. I wonder if John was ever on the Petrucci forum. Acle's stuff got passed around on there when TesseracT was just him and his demos, not sure if he was a member, though. Misha was on the forum as well. We're all about the same age, and that was really the only interaction I had with likeminded people into progressive and heavy music in high school and college. Just crazy how many of these modern metal bands were spawned from a bunch of guitar nerds on tEh FoRuMs.

[@tuomastimonen7063]

Excellent episode, thanks! Next please Bill Steer 💥💥💥

[@ianhenry8252]

Not someone I was familiar with but seems a nice chap - good interview as always Lee 👍🏼

[@joedamore7653]

Great interview of a great progressive legend to be! Thanks Lee and John for making my Saturday morning.

[@adamcogan211]

Absolute legend! ❤

[@InspiretoVictory]

So cool that he's a big fan of Ron Jarzombek. I think Ron is a genius. Activation Synthesis Theory has an insanely heavy breakdown.

[@stahliwood8755]

Now get Mike Stringer from Spiritbox, Tim Henson, and Scott Lepage from Polyphia and lV from Sleep Token.

[@WillingCrawdad4]

And Jesse Cash from Erra

[@chadmarx7718]

Lol IV doesn't write

[@JosephLSSimpson]

9:10 - Fellsilent absolutely ripped! Still have their album on CD 🤘😁

[@Jimmytohr]

Best episode ever 🤘🤘🤘

[@tmg5214]

In every video this guitar sounds so powerful.

[@t3hgir]

the Browne sound

[@bazgaming4155]

What a cool guy

[@raaustin777]

Definitely gotta bring in Acle! His compositions with all the ambience are just incredible!

[@bennyharderguitar]

My Duvell has a Hannes bridge. It’s incredible. The most comfortable and stable bridge I’ve ever played.

[@alexandrefay-keller5445]

Not at all in love with the genre but John's abilities are as impressive as his personality is likeable. A clever, funny and interesting man you'd appreciate being friend with. Articulated mind and playing ! Hats off !

[@chrisdover8507]

Brownie will go down as one of the greats imo. Would love to hear a monument’s record with guest vocals on each track ie duets. I love the colours he chose. Funny thing about schector is the back of the guitar looks better than the front haha

[@Dresdenfolife]

Love John!

[@ThakkMylde]

45:38 I saw Monuments live a few months back and you could tell everyone in the band was having a blast. It was great to watch each member having what looked like 'the best time of their lives.' Live this guy can absolutely shred. Great show! I even got first bumps from the singer and bassist during the show since there was no barricade.

[@flufficornss]

i saw them in november and him and their new bassist were going crazy when he played the animus solo and andy their singer is just the best

[@kevinmyles6369]

Brill riffing on the 7-string beast💥👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@finishin.my.coffee8780]

I thought I wanted an ESP, but after watching this, I have to get my hands on one of those Blue Schecters. The satin bare wood and the blue top, the unique headstock, Hipshot tuners...not to mention the bridge pickup is based on a Nailbomb...its too much to resist.

[@djentlemanjenki9604]

How good is Browne, I am the same age as John and started listening to Monuments in 2009 and he is probably my biggest influence!

[@sordavie]

Great interview! Man, I still gotta know what stools you guys are sitting in.

[@pedroleal7118]

Thumbs up for the guest, really enjoyed John's stance. & 'Btw', all great guitarists and shredders love some corny stuff! And I do agree with Lee , that the '80s were a great music era!

[@DerekBratescu]

We call Schecter’s older image issue the “Hot Topic phase”. Still awesome guitars.

[@MrBrian-fq4lr]

I don't think they've shaken it off, personally. They still have plenty of Hot Topic guitars if you scroll through their current catalog.

[@TobyKBTY]

Me and Lee had the same face when he whipped out the 7 and started riffing. That was a filthyyyyyy riff. John is one of the greatest modern metal riff architects. His right hand is like the modern 80's Hetfield machinegun hand, except programmed with a supercomputer chip lol

[@WastedLight]

The riff is from opiate by monuments. Fantastic track!