The Yngwie Malmsteen Interview

In this episode, shred guitar innovator Yngwie Malmsteen dives into his classical influences, his favorite gear, and reflects on recording and touring throughout his career.
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[@andresbalagueraantolinez2468]

"I'll play something of Bach...., ah sorry, that's mine". Genius

[@rafaguitarcompo]

🤣 he killed me

[@mrfairact8662]

🤣

[@cesartejeda4203]

note lo mismo jajaja

[@Fuxerz]

He coped Ritchie Blackmore 😂 looks like him idolized him and even the Rainbow singers. 🌈

[@ZazaManJacky]

@@Fuxerzhe didn’t “copy” anybody, sure he was inspired by Ritchie Blackmore, but he didn’t really copy anybody, back then there was nobody playing like him.

[@vitotigani]

Rick’s phone book must be incredible 😅

[@lastbraincell5041]

LMAO

[@le_decard]

Imagine just casually texting with those legends

[@davidbenson8127]

Yeah, and I love how his family makes more regular appearance in his show than any celeb. He knows a lot of people, but the people who know and love him best are the center of his channel and world, as it should be. That's as good a lesson in life and music.

[@benjaminperez7328]

Like Jeffrey Epstein’s……… What? Too soon?

[@kylenarad]

I'm sure at this point people reach out to Rick

[@linmart1]

I met Yngwie outside his tour bus in Atlanta after the Dio Magica Tour in 2000 which he was a co headliner. Nicest guy, truly genuine and down to earth. Good memories.

[@scatcatcnut]

I've interviewed him four times for guitar magazines and he's always been super friendly and open.

[@GoodSneakers]

I’ve never seen him nicer and more polite than with you. You bring the best out of your guests - and make me proud as a Swedish music teacher.

[@JoeBaermann]

Met him at a clinic in the 90’s, pretty calm and friendly, I guess it also comes down to which attitude that is presented towards him. When it comes to working with him he probably expects everyone to be 110% professional at it, but he also liked to party a lot back in the days, maybe he had expectations to the people he worked with in that regard too.

[@Lookup2Wakeup]

What does Swedish music sound like? Abba.....😅

[@JoeBaermann]

@@Lookup2Wakeup Nothing wrong with ABBA, but has probably been overplayed by swedish tourists if that is the joke. 🤣 Although there are loads of other swedish bands that I prefer, most of them on the heavier side of rock.

[@uknowme1811]

​@@Lookup2WakeupIm a metal and punk guy..I think ABBA is the GOAT for pop! Very good song writers and composers.

[@Yarrg]

You are from Sweden? Awesome. I love Yngwie, but I am a big T.J. fan to. :)

[@RFXLR]

Everyone talks about Rick's knowledge and talent but he's also a superb interviewer. He lets the subject answer and elaborate and he asks questions that fans want to know. Excellent!

[@Osteoporos1s]

Yes, exactly! Rick always asks the best questions and gives them plenty of time to fully explain, while still being ready with some great follow-up questions. It's great.

[@VikCain]

I always feel like Beato is just genuinely curious about what this very interesting people have to say. It really comes across as wanting to know in detail what's up.

[@niptodstan]

He doesn’t interrupt. He waits. That’s the sign of a great interviewer.

[@BenTevikMusic]

No notes, just listens and asks the natural follow up

[@williamwinn948]

Fans want to know why no donuts. missed opportunity lol.

[@drea3556]

What a talent. I remember seeing him in the late 80’s amazing live. To hear him talk as to his life and his talent amazing.

[@kenthensley9974]

Never have I heard an artist describe his art with so much detail, this guy is a musical engineering genius & an excellent performer who truly loves what he does; excellent interview!!!😊

[@ILQA1]

These interviews are actually much more significant than people realize. Rick is really creating a chronicle of music history with these. Absolutely great stuff

[@oscarpalaciosruiz]

I never thought about it that way! You're spot-on.

[@richardclark.]

People will be able to come back to these 100 years or more from now and get far more than any book could ever tell them about these artists and music in general. An artist who does not take advantage of an interview with Rick is really detracting from a true legacy.

[@NEntv58]

Good comment.

[@Paralandra]

We have toured with Yngwie twice, and you brought out the man that we knew. Just a guy obsessed with guitar and writing/playing music. No rockstar BS. Best Yngwie interview ever. 👏

[@SamPlaysBass49]

I wish he would play that theater in Vallejo again. Saw y'all with him then. That was a cool place.

[@LeBozoBlames]

Yeah, met him and he's very kind, funny and warm. He was just very much misunderstood was had this d!ck reputation in the early years but I he admitted he did it on purpose as a "persona" to gain noteriety and he and his bandmates are always drunk and taking cocaine so it affects your attitude (like the doughnut incident with Dime.) But now he is mellowed a lot and is far from that early persona, - He's actually the Coolest rockstar, I love him not only because of how amazingly great guitar player he is but also because he is very authentic, unapologetic and just being himself having fun like shown in this interview. He's the ultimate rockstar, very talented but true to himself. His personality is strong but If you understand him, he's such a lovable, funny and charismatic person. Yngwie is the epitome of coolness.👏

[@VincePalamaraJFK]

You guys were awesome opening for Yngwie!

[@fastj1962]

Too bad watching one of his shows doesn't give that impression. Think about how David Lee Roth performed, is there anyone more confident? Yet when you left, you were blown away. YM a million times more impressive than Dave yet, Id watch Dave any day over another YM show. This interview can't undo the reality I know as a fan, and thats whats important, not that you know the "real guy".

[@bossedo]

​@@VincePalamaraJFKOMG yes, I went to see Yngwie few years back in Jersey, they opened the show, I've never heard of them before,I wind up buying shirts and CDs, they are GREAT

[@BulletBarDave]

I saw Yngwie when he opened for AC/DC at the Forum in Inglewood CA back in the 1980's! It was my first concert ever and he literally blew my mind! What an amazing musician!

[@kohosalmon3637]

That was on Oct 18 1985 , ACDC Fly on the wall tour with Yngwie . I seen then about a month before that in Toronto . it was like he came from Outer Space with his lazer beam space guitar . lol

[@alexrios2112]

Mr. Beato, you have outdone yourself. You and Yngwie should do more videos. The chemistry between you two is off the charts. You have brought the best interview out of the Swedish Maestro. My favorite guitarist of all time. The almost hour seemed like only ten minutes. You ask the right questions. Major kudos to you sir.

[@epmstrathss4222]

When I first heard Yngwie - in early ‘85 - I was blown away. It was I’ll see the light Tonight on MTV (back when it was actually ‘Music Television’ …). I then got the Marching Out cassette & a short time later I got the Rising Force cassette and heard ‘Icarus Dream Suite: Opus 4’…. I’ve been a huge fan ever since. My favorite band is still Van Halen - I wore out several Fair Warning AND Marching Out cassettes back in the mid-late 80’s - and I love Eddie Van Halen… when I heard Yngwie - his fire, speed & precision hit me like a truck. Still a huge fan & I’ve seen 5 of his shows, and I plan on seeing him in the future.

[@alexrios2112]

@@epmstrathss4222 I first heard of Yngwie in late 83' it was the Hot On Your Heels intro/solo. It was a megaton explosion in my preteen head. I have literally never stopped listening to Yngwie ever since. I listen to at least 30 of his songs on any given week.

[@brogoram]

u know how much he pay to bring stars like malmsteen and nuno for interview? edit# sorry...i just realized his using the money that was donated by subscribers to pay the interviewees. That means u guys pay for those interviews

[@c1ph3rpunk]

By the time Rick is done he’ll have had more famous musicians in his studio than Abbey Road, it’ll have to be registered as a historic site.

[@davidtoyzan3622]

BTW...who all played at Abbey Road??

[@hitituprohb]

Here's hoping.

[@timtime9167]

That's actually true. Music history archived.

[@timtime9167]

​@@davidtoyzan3622Google it that'd be an interesting read for you.

[@psylurian]

Rick is very economical with his well chosen questions.

[@jamescassidy3995]

Had the pleasure to hang with Yngwie numerous times when I worked for Fender & this is exactly how he is. Always present, sharp as a tack, extremely intelligent, well read & knowledgeable on many subjects outside of music, gracious & polite. Plus he’s freaking hilarious & great company. Gotta love him.

[@johnmackinnon2812]

still love some vinyl rising force! mad to see you in the wilds of youtube on the same vids man! how random!

[@Jester_Kang]

@@johnmackinnon2812I must hear this story lol

[@Taylor___]

Aw that’s amazing

[@jamescassidy3995]

@@johnmackinnon2812 Dude! How cool! Hope you’re doing great John. I’m a big fan of Yngwie 👍🎸✨

[@johnmackinnon2812]

love it dude! hope you are living large and still making great music! lets catch up sometime!@@jamescassidy3995

[@jimmessina]

13:51 he says "so, more is more" referring to using scalloped and tall frets, then he sweeps and laughs, HILLARIOUS!

[@gustavoterzaghi2352]

It's NOT sweep picking! 😂

[@coreyfisher2542]

Him talking about Van Halen choked me up for some reason. So genuine… “It was like somebody dropped a f*cking bomb.”

[@thereal84]

Timestamp for VH convo?

[@user-th3dl8gl4o]

I wonder if he ever go to with EVH cus I remember he thought he was avoiding him sohe said

[@Malc180s]

Weird reaction

[@cataclysmicconverter]

@@thereal84 About 21:00 is a good start so you get the context when he mentions it about a minute or 2 later.

[@staciepaul]

Turns out a successful interview with Yngwie simply requires expertise in the subject matter, and an interviewer that parks his ego at the door and asks sincere questions. Rick you bring out the best in people. Please keep them coming. Bless you.

[@daviddivito8773]

This is by far the best Yngwie interview I have ever seen. I was fortunate to be invited to meet him backstage after a small club show in the early 90's. We sat alone and talked guitar and classical music for what seemed like forever but was really about 15 minutes. I told him that I went to college to study music because of his influence and received an education because of him. He told me that it was one of the nicest things anyone had ever said to him. He could not have been more attentive and kind. This interview shows the Yngwie that I met that night. Thank you Rick!

[@mrc0917]

I was grateful to experience Yngwie with ACDC in 1985 (Fly on the wall tour) at the Spectrum in Philly. That bro threw his guitar up in the air, it looked to me like 50ft in the air, and it came down into his hands like he was dancing with a partner, it flowed so easily like water in a river. This man caught his guitar so perfectly in time, not a note was missed. I knew that myself as a young guitar player that this is the next revoution of guitar playing. And I wanted to absorb evrey note that penetrated my brain. I am so elated to to have experienced this masterful interview. Thank you

[@SabiaCDO]

After this interview, I understand him better. He's textbook genius with a very strong work ethic.

[@SIDEEYEmusic]

The thing about Yngwie is that nobody can ever say that he isn’t 100% passionate about what he does.

[@robertgoodwinr6523]

Yes, neurotic more or less...

[@williamross2579]

To quote Guthrie Govan, “Yngwie MEANS every note..”

[@nicholasdorazio10]

YES!!@@williamross2579

[@strangeuniverse1199]

passion with his Ferrari cars also dude

[@mikehunt576]

Blackmore clone

[@DaleLyons31]

I've watched and read hundreds of Yngwie interviews over the years. This is, by far, the greatest one. Your way of asking deep questions and then allowing the artist to actually speak without interrupting them is rare these days. Bravo.

[@sigiligus]

I mean, if you actually follow Yngwie you've heard pretty much all of these answers before. Nothing special here.

[@LORDJPXX3]

@@sigiligus Agreed. I like Rick, and whilst this was a good interview, I didn't learn anything I didn't already know. Yngwie's book alone covers all of this, plus obviously more.

[@anythingpipes3722]

Hands down best interviews. The Sting one was sooooo good

[@Mr.Manga85]

One of the most gifted guitar players EVER...this man's talent is unreal.

[@musicnlove911]

Not only gifted, he practiced instruments more than 8hrs a day his entire youth. Not many as disciplined today

[@cookieman876]

Let’s not forget that this man to this day is doing things few have or can replicate. Great video, 10/10.

[@TraderK1836]

I've been listening to Yngwie since 1985 when I was in High School and I remember him having a HUGE impact on all of us guitarists back in the day. Now that I'm living in Miami I occasionally see him pumping gas into his Ferrari or shopping at Publix. Twice I approached him and each time he took a few minutes to talk to me. He's a super cool guy who has made a major contribution to the way guitarists play and think about music. What a great interview Rick you have a way of asking the questions we are all curious about.

[@musemuser777]

Same here, I was in high school when his first solo album came out and it definitely was a game changer for us guitarists. Definitely inspired me even more... 🔥🎸🔥

[@Lesspaw41]

So weird....Yngwie and Publix. 😂 I wonder if he grabs a Pub Sub😂

[@mr.vanjur]

I’ve never seen Yngwie so comfortable and so talkative in an interview. Good job Mr. Beato!

[@vladv5126]

Must've given him some really good donuts.

[@MichaelMaxwell747]

​@@vladv5126Got a good belly laugh out of me. I knew it was coming but this was perfectly timed from an oblique angle.

[@Frip36]

He's always talkative. He's fascinated with himself. As well he should be. Naturally charismatic and funny without knowing it.

[@shellderp]

because Rick is just as into this as we are

[@anthonyroberts7641]

I think he respects Rick a little more then maybe some other interviewers.

[@steveness2501]

Hands down the best Yngwie interview I've ever heard. This was so enjoyable. I've never ever seen Yngwie this engaging. All the personal history... it was like I was hearing that kid, that young guy, in the moment at that time describing what was happening and feeling his initial surprise, astonishment, appreciation, drive, discovery... all that. There are times when talking to people, especially the older we all get, when you can see in their eyes that young soul that lives within. That was this interview. Sorry, I rarely go all fanboy like this. I was just that taken in. Thank you for this! Cheers.

[@clysher]

This has to be the most demystifying interview ever. His appreciation for life is admirable. Excellent video, Rick.

[@victorradulescot6865]

Yeah best interview ever… so far…!😉

[@fastinbulvis2223]

Absolutely! It's one of those interviews that washes away all prejudices and makes you want to actually listen. He's also immediately likeable, whether one agrees or not. Great interview.

[@MehYam2112]

10 minutes in, can already tell this is the best Yngwie interview ever. Gold.

[@jimbeaux4988]

I honestly can't believe how great this interview is.

[@marcelomarquesrangel]

Might be the Beato effect. Rick's so charismstic that interviewees get carried away by his personality.

[@TheBadTrad]

I’ll never forget seeing him while shopping in a grocery store in N Miami in the mid 90’s. He was walking around in all black leather and left in his Ferrari. Surreal.

[@MattTee1975]

As one does when getting a 12" Publix sub.

[@davedecker1725]

Or those bangin Publix donuts 😁

[@HillbillyHades]

A tendie sub with honey mustard sounds absolutely amazing right now.@@MattTee1975

[@Stratisfied22]

I used to see him at NMB Tennis Center. He played with a dress shirt like he's wearing here, shorts, and of course the jewelry stayed on.

[@andycrookshank7784]

Me and a buddy ran into him at Guitar Center on Hallandale Beach Blvd. Of course, we were obnoxious fangirling kids, and I'm sure we annoyed the shit out of him.

[@ghostjoe2382]

Love this interview! I had met Yngwie maybe 12 years ago and he was one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met. His wife was very nice as well. He is a true master of the guitar.

[@VCustomShop]

Rick, you have done it again........ Best Yngwie interview ever!!!!! I wish it was the only one I had ever listened to from him. Thank you!

[@shushumna]

50 minutes isn’t enough. What a legend.

[@martinbirgersson8094]

Yngwie is a great storyteller and a fascinating person. Really good interview.

[@elpablosky6300]

Imagine a Interview with him , Blackmore and Uli Jon Roth.

[@Mpalikari]

@@elpablosky6300 The combination of blackmores and yngwies egos is gonna make a black hole and swallow us whole, you dont want that

[@eduardocervantesaca]

@@Mpalikari Blackmore speaks very highly of Malmsteen. Apparently things went very well when they met.

[@ActivateBeastMode1]

​@@eduardocervantesacawas that recent because I've heard some not so nice quotes from Mr Blackmore about malmsteens playing when he first came on the scene

[@Mpalikari]

@eduardocervantesaca yy I heard of that im glad they get along, but yeah they are notorious egomaniacs

[@PANTERA555]

Thank you Rick for this interview.. Yngwie is a legend... ❤🎸

[@josephramone5805]

Well, Rick, you got Yngwie on your podcast. Amazing 😮

[@jtyoung706]

This literally is "THE Yngwie Malmsteen Interview". This is the absolute best interview of Yngwie I've ever seen. Way to go Rick!!!!

[@1cedcoffee]

Yngwie has a reputation for being a rather... difficult personality to be around, but it looks like he has really become a more pleasant person over the last decade, which is great to see!

[@redbarchetta8782]

The single reason I never have been a fan of his, but good for Rick interviewing him, he is definitely relevant to many others than me.

[@derekcheatham1911]

He may still be a difficult person, BUT I've yet to see anyone show any disrespect to Rick.

[@cybermanne]

Release the fucking fury!!! lol :)

[@coolnout3765]

Most men calm down with age.

[@tatemalmsteen]

I'm a huge Malmsteen fan and I've never seen him be disrespectful to anyone in an interview

[@bautistagarais488]

What a legend. No one can touch this man!!

[@davidlawson7786]

Yngwie is so cool, I love his attitude towards music. He pushed himself to make it happen, never excepting anything less than great. Great interview, loved Yngwie’s stories.

[@balmain2496]

Absolute legend here. Regardless of ego, no one can deny the impact he’s had on guitar history.

[@fviannaval]

Exactly.

[@hoppes9658]

Yes. In 1985 I threw the Rising Force out the window of a 79 Camaro. Still drive the car.

[@guthrie_1]

@@hoppes9658 Why would you do this?

[@mandylee87]

agreed!

[@hoppes9658]

@@guthrie_1 I didn’t like it.

[@yeroun1974]

These aren’t just interviews that Rick does, these are masterclasses with the crème de la crème of musicians.

[@Monkeyboy2457]

And in the future will be historical documents.

[@LeBozoBlames]

Indeed, Yngwie is a Legend and an Icon. Good job Rick, invite him again...I watched the whole interview and the 1 hour flies just like 5 minutes. Really enjoyed it.

[@austindolan3142]

This interview gave me a much better understanding and appreciation of Yngwie.

[@tyrone2k]

Having watched Rick interview amazing artist from multiple genres, I believe I finally understand why his formula works so well. These artist are incredibly comfortable around Rick, because they respect him. They know that his knowledge is vast and that his love for music is greater than his knowledge. Thank you for these interviews Rick, amazing stuff.

[@SatanachiaVGS]

So true

[@manixpc]

Comfort is the name of the game. Rick let’s these artists be themselves by asking questions that allow them talk about things that they’re passionate about.

[@codymac4958]

Wow beautifully said my friend, beautifully said. ❤

[@nickrhodes6485]

Word

[@familiarpurrson8744]

Yes. They're speaking to a peer, not to some idiot who wants to know how wild n crazy that rock and roll lifestyle can get. I've not watched one of these yet where I didn't get that and learn something as a musician-such as I am-too.

[@glennrobert4101]

I have never seen a nicer, friendlier, easier to get along with or a more informative and professional version of Mr. Yngwie Malmsteen in my entire 58 years. I have a whole new level of respect for Yngwie, his music and where he came from. I am blown away at how much I enjoyed this video interview with Rick and Yngwie. Yngwie didn't even have to play much at all and I still loved it. Thank you you guys! Great job!

[@bunnys1980]

Says he never practiced. But the phrase you hear a lot is "it didn't happened overnight" He has worked his ass off to play and sound like that. I'm not saying he's lying. It probably didn't feel as practice, like boredom and repetitive and stuff. But that playing.... "didn't happen overnight" Great interview. Another musical history documentary right there. All these interviews must be cherished. We don't realize it now, but this is a civilizations archive. Love you Rick. And love you Yngwie

[@WeJustDrive]

He said in this very interview that he was abnormal, all he would do is play guitar.

[@user-lv7ph7hs7l]

He means would improvise and work on riffs and stuff. He's not practising scales or repeatedly playing the same thing to master it. By practicing a guitarist means a specific thing, not just playing what comes to mind but doing the same thing over and over to get better at it much like anything. A good analogy would be painting. Practising would be learning to paint say hands and then just painting hands for months until you master ir. While what Yngwie does is just paint what he wants and that is his practise. I hope that makes sense. Of course he did practice at first. He learnt songs by others, you do that by repeatedly listening to a section and trying to get it and then moving on to the next.

[@captainp.2721]

Most of the great guitar masters omit the fact it's not magic but hours and hours of practice for years. The great Aldimeola I think practiced 6-8 hours a day. I think I read somewhere Yngwie practiced more than that. Steve Vai too. Even if you go back to the greatest musician ever, his illustrious highness, Beethoven, it is written in the chronicles that the man was living with his piano - He only really left it to eat and bathroom. As soon as he was done he went back practicing. There is absolutely natural talent both in hands and in the ears. But just like anything, most skills are learned. From early childhood to adulthood continuus practice every day. That's the key.

[@cataclysmicconverter]

@@user-lv7ph7hs7l Agreed. I also think a lot of things he says is slightly lost in translation or he's just speaking figuratively. Yes, he speaks English very well, but some terms, metaphors, analogies, etc. he uses may not be exactly what he's trying to convey without realizing it.

[@joesgarageandotherstuff]

I've always admired his crazy talent, but not a fan of the style of music. But I could listen to Yngwie tell stories all day. What a great interview!

[@JeffWok]

I'm 54 and I read the hell out of Guitar magazines in my day. Yngwie comes off as a complete different person when I hear him talk to you as opposed to reading an interview. This is a great interview. Thank you to you both.

[@sytharnia1717]

yeah you have to wonder how much "creative license" went into the reproduction of the interview into words

[@RicardoMarlowFlamenco]

I was a huge Yngwie fan as a kid, and it was very sad to watch them pull sound bites out of context to make him look like a clown. I am ashamed to admit I fell into that “Make fun of Yngwie” crowd. He has the last laugh as a true artist expressing himself honestly and staying on top his whole career, never compromising.

[@garconuncafecalva5992]

In the late 80's et 90's especially, Yngwie was an alcoholic. He was also deep into cocaine. So he probably was a jerk during interviews. BTW I love him, he's been my #1 for 35 years.

[@Frip36]

Yeah he's looking way better now. It's good to be laughed at and made fun of. Nothing motivates like ridicule. @@garconuncafecalva5992

[@Chef_Jeff69]

Same! I’m also 54 and had subscriptions to the guitar mags. Read them cover to cover every month.

[@ToLiveistoDie]

Some say he's cocky or whatever, but I appreciate his positive attitude and unabashed honestly. He just doesn't sugar coat anything and his opinions are his, and he doesn't expect you to agree. Great interview, Rick.

[@shannonhenson609]

He's not as cocky now.... as he was back in the 80's.

[@rudolfoalisson]

@@shannonhenson609 He focked up a gig in Brazil months ago. The producers told they will never work with him again cause it's not worth it. He is usually disrespectful with his musicians and the stories are horrible about his personality!

[@pedroKwiecinski]

@@rudolfoalisson Are you there to see the whole situation by yourself?

[@waynedickson6860]

Oh he's cocky...when did you last do a meet and greet with him?

[@Dave-nm3xc]

More people should be like Yngwie. I love his honesty.

[@mjohnson9552]

Rick you create a great space for people to tell their story. Masterful. Thank you.

[@alexToulio]

Yngwie came to THessaloniki early 90s. I was blown away. We were around 500 people in a small bar-club packed and everysingle one waited for the autograph. I loved it and still remember this live.

[@francescodefendi3201]

I’m not a Malmsteen fan, but I enjoyed this interview and I must admit that he’s a genius, with great dedication and passion. His name will remain forever in the modern guitar music history.

[@randersson3672]

Same, and I'm swedish. 😅

[@LP5369GT]

I'm not a huge Malmsteen fan, but Rising Force was a seminal album for me and I saw him on that tour. He played as advertised, it was incredible to see in person. By far the best interview I've ever seen of him. He can be an absolute train wreck, but comes off as a quite pleasant guy who you'd love to have a beer with.

[@groovemusic7772]

Absolutely outstanding interview, Rick! You treated him with respect, and you can tell Yngwie really respects you. He was extremely relaxed and seemed excited to be doing the interview. Yngwie is a legend, and you really brought out the best in him.

[@Krambitz01]

this video is historical archive for later generations to watch..thank RIck ...

[@moriganna67ify]

I recall this so vividly. I loved him at Barrymores in Ottawa, ON Canada. I was obsessed. Still am in love with the sound of a great Fender Stratocaster I recall In a dream I am flying and walk in a local mall. First person was Jimmy Hendrix sitting on a bench playing the rifts in Purple Haze and he pointed. I went in this pitch black void and Yngwe Malmsteen playing guitar and I said the music is perfect but do lyrics. He said he cant sing. I said you're stronger than you think.I said find someone. His car was a red cougar with a convertible and wrapped around a wooden post and he was unable to get his seatbelt so I undid it and carried him across the road. Weird dream I know but who can forget Hendrix or Yngwie. 😊❤

[@MHZHellGuitar]

Can we all just appreciate how knowledgeable Yngwie is in regards to like EVERYTHING? Never expected him to be sooo immersed in not just playing but also recording, production, gear, etc.

[@stinkasscat]

I agree 💯 and that type of dedication takes sacrifices that most people don't understand, like calling him a dick. He isn't and wasn't a social media KZbin star, he is a rock star, his music speaks for itself and for him.

[@DerekHunt]

I've been following Yngwie since I was 12, which is a million years ago at this point. This is the best interview with him I've ever seen and heard. He was so so articulate and focused and willing to share. It's stunning to hear him discuss topics that he almost never addresses. You've elevated yourself to a historian and documenting these conversations helps all musicians, but also, general lovers of music. This is truly, as the phrase goes, God's work. We are better the next time we touch our instrument from these conversations. It's intensely challenging to not inflect an opinion in a conversation with someone as formidable as Yngwie, yet, you as an actual peer, we're able to listen and ask the right questions. That is a remarkable skill. Thank you Rick, and thank you Yngwie. Also, Rising force is the best guitar album, not recorded by Allan Holdsworth, of the 80s. Change my mind.

[@vladimirpoutine7522]

Totally agree with this. He definitely opened up to Rick and this is fantastic! And rare as you've mentioned.

[@DontLetTheOldManIn]

Best musician interviewer, ever.

[@RicardoMarlowFlamenco]

Marching Out is the best IMO. In fact when I went to see him and get an autograph about 5 years ago, EVERYBODY in line was getting some Marching out thing signed, vinyl, CD, the Wolf Marshal transcription book, etc. So I know I am not alone. Trilogy was second best perhaps but Marching Out was “scary” to us guitar players, because it was full “Band” music, not just guitar soloing.

[@NeilRaouf]

Allan ❤❤❤❤ eternal love for him. he was the one.

[@These_go_to_eleven_1959]

@@RicardoMarlowFlamenco Yeah "Marching Out" is one of the very best guitar records out. Jeff Scott Soto really fit the music. I prefer Yngwie before "Odyssey" after that i stopped buying his records but kept in touch with his work.

[@Renights]

What a delightful conversation. Thank you.

[@AKoss139]

Why do I keep coming back to this interview?? Never knew a thing about him other than knowing how fast he played but I guess you can't judge a book by its cover. Very informative and great interview. I'll be back...

[@weezadam]

This channel has turned into a historical music retrospective for posterity. Well done, Master Beato!

[@mistercrankypants]

Absolutely. These interviews and breakdowns will be invaluable in 50 years and beyond.

[@GoldenNinja50]

Wow was this good. I've never heard Yngwie this way. So interesting! Thank you🎸

[@mvunit3]

@@rialtot039 🤔 . . . maybe Rick bought him a Ferrari 166MM Barchetta to add to his collection?

[@TroubadourJuggernaut]

I agree

[@ThePerkins100]

Refreshing to hear Yngwie asked different questions, time after time he's asked the same things.., best ever

[@darrinwarner4046]

@@rialtot039 I wonder if they had donuts for breakfast haha

[@2good2betrue3]

One of the best and my favorite interview of Rick👍, really thank you for featuring my Ultimate ALL time Favorite guitarist🎸....the legendary shred king Yngwie J. Malmsteen. 🔥

[@themountainraven]

such an awesome no bullshit kind of guy.

[@xenorias9724]

I love how much space Rick gives to his guests. This is a 52 minutes video, and I wouldn't be surprised if Rick's total speak time was less than 10 minutes out of that. He definitely knows how to get people at ease and get them to talk. It just flows naturally and never feels forced. Beautifully done!

[@ballgaininc.5471]

It's a good interview but you realise it's all edited together?

[@schpeidermann]

Yngwie takes a lot of space and Rick knew that XD.

[@bulloozer5552]

Cause, I think, Rick is a cutting edge musician.

[@RoyZenzo]

Yea that’s a gift

[@docwill184]

People relax because they can trust him. He's not asking 'People Magazine' questions and he doesn't divulge confidences or things that slip out...

[@godofrainbows]

I wish this went on longer. Also, one of my favorite aspects of an Yngwie interview is hearing the jingle-jangle of his bracelets.

[@fortress66]

lol

[@smj7246]

Slash’s interviews have that jingle jangle too. I find it calming.

[@godofrainbows]

@@smj7246 lol bless us both.

[@darkmotherboard272]

his Rolex u mean?😅

[@deansley174]

😂

[@TorqueTheRich]

That was a fantastic and insightful interview with Yngwie. It really helps to understand his thought processes and how they translate into his finished products. A brilliant musician!!!

[@TwentytenS4B8]

Yngwie is quite intelligent and in this interview also showed that he is humble and a master at his craft. As a guitarist myself, I appreciated this interview and listening to him explain how his career got started and the development of his gear.

[@evanskopp8477]

Working directly with Yngwie on his signature SD pickups, and getting to know the man, was a career highlight.

[@RichardGarcia93]

May I ask what part of the process did you have a hand in?

[@tommygw1]

A lucky man, you are! 😉😍🙏

[@WackorMiki]

Evan, I hope you're doing well! I can still remember when we met @Messe, Frankfurt around 2002 or so. It was great to meet you in person. You are a class act. I was a SDUGF member back then. I'm still making new music and still touring east from the iron fence. Also, I am still using the SD logo on my album covers showing my respect for the great pickups that you authorised as a PR manager :)

[@TheLochs]

You worked for SD? I did for a very short time. I'm good friends with Max G and Blue W. Blue told me some cool stories about Yngwie.

[@hyokonzhiang]

I am sorry to say this, but I liked Yngwie's Dimarzio sound better. But wow, it must have been a great time for you.

[@Ric_1985]

People can say wherever about him, but his dedication and obsession to perfection puts him among the guitar gods for eternity.

[@linuskangas9791]

🐐 🐐 🐐

[@Grodstark]

I love Yngwie. Such a unique players. This is one of the most important guitar players of our time in my opinion. He paved the way for so many other players.

[@rafaguitarcompo]

Thank you for this , it was amazing ! Yngwie is my favorite guitar player

[@aaronhillsdon9984]

I like how Yngwie looks down the camera at us, the audience, as well as at you, Rick. It really helps connect us with the tales and the experience. Particularly “It’s not sweep picking!”

[@uconnxlot]

very engaging that he did that. Can't recall any other guests who have done that. really pulls you in

[@bluesdirt6555]

@@uconnxlot really makes it look easy

[@kevmac1230]

As a bassist that plays a bit of guitar,I found this fascinating.Coincidentally he mentioned Genesis and I attended a Steve Hackett show a couple of nights ago and I see what he meant.

[@williamross2579]

Dear Rick, Thankyou for letting Yngwie, just be…Yngwie… And it’s never a Malmsteen interview, without the slight jingle/jangle of his jewellery 😄.

[@YngtchieMusic]

Even his first album has that noise during the acoustic sections. It's almost like Glenn Gould's humming, you either accept it or don't record at all.

[@leehetzel5165]

Best interview with Yngwie I’ve ever seen.

[@MrGlockXD]

What an outstanding interview. Loved seeing Yngwie so relaxed and just into it. I could have watched another hour and probably still would want more. Superb job Rick.

[@eke6375]

Great interview,Rick. 1)The guy always says his family is the reason he has musicality. 2)Always says good things about other musicians even when they have nothing to do with his story 3)he call Tosin "friend" when Abasi is litterally a huge fan of Malmsteen as Govan is. 4)He is always so effortless polite ("can I say this?" 😅) 5)He created a new way to play the guitar 6)He talk about an unknow band called "Sweet" and reffers to them like a great band 7)Does not make it difficult to understand his method like other guitarists just to be perceived like an impossible achievement 9)Admitts to being surprised that he sold out concerts and being in the charts. 10)Loves Holdworth 😂 Seriously ¿why the hate? ,I don't listen to him anymore but has a place in my guitar arsenal and love for music. I think I'm going to listen Rising force and play over his records til the end of the weekend. Such a legend ❤ Edit: I know Sweet is not an underground band. Don't try to be the bands history know-all. You get the point. That's why people hate youtube pedant musicians or critics. A lot of good things but you stick to that. STFU.

[@KCCheez]

Sweet has a lot of hits

[@jackb8208]

Sweet is a long way from unknown

[@yabetterbringit]

You don’t listen to him anymore but he has a place in your love for music

[@robertspindler5652]

The hate is from things like when he refuses to mention the name of Alcatrazz as that other band he was in while on tour in Japan. Or saying he was in Steeler for 3 weeks.

[@Communism.is.a.cancer]

​@@robertspindler5652the horror!

[@trevormarcray]

Yngwie is a musical genius.... The way his mind works and interprets things... Crazy. But you also cannot argue against his incredible work ethic.... He combines genius with sheer hard work... A great example

[@2good2betrue3]

Yeah, Yngwie is the coolest musical virtuouso guitarist that i've heard. Really love his guitar playing...the Godlike Vibrato and the very tight vintage effortless feel and the blistering swing of the Harmonic minor/Diminished attack is simply spectacular.👍

[@StephanieDeAyalaLarragoiti]

Numerous years ago he was the best guitarist but I preferred the music vocals of Metallica and others.

[@stevenclayton2029]

Outstanding interview - worth watching again

[@fortisch]

The best Interview of Yngwie. Just watched it without even noticing how long it was.

[@pjyakker]

A testament to you, Rick. Artists *want* to be interviewed by you and tell their story. This was an A+ example.

[@JeffMPalermo]

These kinds of interviews are so GREAT. Intelligent, music oriented questions. No BS, no "entertainment" questions. Bravo Rick!

[@Yarrg]

Agreed. This interview was AWESOME.

[@malteadotas4]

I could watch another hour of Rick and Yngwie.

[@Andrew_M_Ward]

@@malteadotas4 / my thoughts exactly

[@fjalar4856]

This is when Rick shines. Thank you for all the fantastic interviews. Go Sweden!!! 🇸🇪

[@Augnos]

This is such a great interview

[@JRandallS]

Honestly I wasn't sure I would dig this interview, but he's actually a likeable guy. I appreciate his ingenuity and hard work. Good values really.

[@tonyjfx2276]

🎸🎸Yngwie J Malsteen.🎸🎸 I was and still am a big fan of Yngwie, ever since I heard his album "Rising Force" in 1984. And after the next album "Marching Out", in 1985, I was hooked by his amazing guitar playing style. I was lucky enough to be able, and experience, 10 great live concerts with Yngwie. And because of what a great, musician/composer/performer he was, and still is. Now almost 40 years later.............I still listen to his music. And i follow him on the internet, and social media. Thnx Yngwie for bringing inspiration with your playing style, to many guitarists and fans in the world. ( like me) And i wish you all the best. Tony From The Netherlands.🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@sermorel]

Everybody talks about Yngwie’s speed or his technique, but his vibrato is just insane !!!!

[@chuckyinges]

I like that Yngwie is pretty much a kid at heart. People can go on and on about how he is a '1 trick' pony, but his carved an entire legacy with that '1 trick'. Late 80s and 90s Malmsteen will forever be untouched.

[@erikrandan7294]

LOL you totally hear that all the time..."Yngwie only has one lick!" Yeah, but we all love that fucking lick!!!

[@perma4702]

By that logic Vivaldi is also a one trick pony lmao One thing people struggle with that i understand is music is an aquired taste and things like malsmteen are in the deep end. So maybe that's why.

[@darenwise8135]

It's funny if your one trick is bluesy pentatonic licks over and over again you are so soulful...play with such feeling...but if you're Yngwie you are boring and only play one lick with no soul or whatever...I swear guitar players are funny. The guy gets so much hate...admittedly some is warranted, but go to a Strat forum and sit back with a bag of popcorn on any Yngwie thread. Love him or hate him the guy changed guitar...I know I'd never heard anything like it when I first heard Steeler on a pirated cassette tape my buddy let me hear back in the day. I was lucky enough to see him at The Day on the Green in 85 when he was young and tearing everyone's head off, to seeing him recently...I'm just glad he's still around and making new music along with most of my "guitar heroes" from my HS days!!

[@66hss]

@@perma4702 They say Vivaldi composed only one concerto in his lifetime. And repeated it 600 times. 😁

[@Yarrg]

Yngwie revolutionized the ENTIRE WORLD OF FREAKING GUITAR PLAYING. The number of people that are awesome players because of HIS WORK and HIS LEGACY, is obscene. People who think he has "one trick" and that alone, are either deaf, dumb, or on drugs. Slow down the music, you will hear 1) Harmonic and Natural Minor Scales, and Arpeggios, Pedal Tones, Major Sweeps, Sequences, etc. Yngwie has developed his own "fingerprint" but his knowledge of all the aforementioned musical devices are solid AF. I am going to translate what I think what happens in most peoples minds . P1. I can't play like Yngwie C. Therefore, I will just hate on him. Yeah, I can't play like him either, which is why I admire him and try to learn what he has to offer!!! LONG LIVE THE MAESTRO!!!

[@vaibanez17]

This is the most humble and genuine Ive ever seen Yngwie. I thought he was a jerk, but now I just think he's a perfectionist and he actually gave other artists props. Glad I watched this.

[@jaconetteconradie969]

He had donuts

[@planezero]

Finally an Yngwie video where the comments arent turned off.. And what a nice video / superb interview it was too 👏👏

[@gmill1121]

My first trip out to LA was to go hangout at the Roxy in "82" I was 18 and the band was Steeler, I remember sitting at the booth and talking and everytime the guitar player would go into a solo my head would automatically turn and watch this guy I'd never heard of running across the stage throwing his guitar in the air and catching it without missing a note, incredible solos unlike I'd ever heard before, I found out his name was Yngwie Malmsteen so when the first Alcatraz record came out I bought a copy, ended up opening for Yngwie in 1992 at a club in Santa Ana CA. Called bananas, watched him sound check and he played nothing but blues, it was fantastic, tge greatest guitar player I've ever seen.

[@guillaumegayot807]

Floored by the warmth and sympathy YJM radiates. I always read he behaved like a diva. In this interview, I saw a passionate man who followed his boyhood dreams and succeeded. Kudos, Rick for offering us great moments like this, where guitar heroes open up and share with us their inner thoughts.

[@Idge]

Yngwie comes across very intelligent and very attentive. Very in the moment. Extraordinary guitarist 🤘

[@janiceclark9361]

❤❤❤ ABSOLUTELY THE BEST YNGWIE INTERVIEW EVER. I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH THIS. MY 91 YEAR OLD DAD LOVED YNGWIE 'S PLAYING. MY DAD PASSED ON AUGUST 31,2023😢. HE GAVE ME HIS 1963 & 1972 FENDERS , 1965 FENDER DELUXE REVERB AMP WITH J.B.LANSING 12 INCH , ALUMINUM VOICE COIL ( BEFORE JBL BECAME A COMPANY) My name is KENNETH DUANE HOLLEY 😊

[@PTguitars]

That is the best Yngwie interview ever - how did you pull that off Rick ? 😀 I have also never seen him so down to earth and engaging in the interview as in this one. Cheers to both of you.

[@jemsar2]

Absolutely noteworthy!

[@lorenzomarchi1359]

OMG this is not a simply interiview...it's an interview to a LIVING LEGEND OF GUITAR!!

[@caronte008]

Great interview, Yngwie was probably happy he was talking to someone with a vast musical knowledge like Rick.

[@Funky5.0]

The man is a monster..we know he plays with so much chops..but the man has super soul..Passion!!

[@pCeLobster]

An incredibly knowledgeable musician. Everything is intentional and comes from experience. People are threatened by his virtuosity and strong opinions, but that's their own weakness showing. He's a real artist, not some influencer trying to please everyone with anodyne social media-approved soundbites.

Certainly among the 5 most influential guitarists of all time to this day. And like EVH, it came like a devastating storm.

[@TheCanuckdian]

That.. Was.. Amazing! I've NEVER seen Yngwie so relaxed and in his element before. Rick has this magical ability to disarm and lower the defenses of his guests, allowing them to just be themselves! Great stuff man!

[@gerrykavanagh]

If you haven’t already, watch That Pedal Show interview with Noel Gallagher - another musician that can be abrasive. He just comes across so well… enthusiastic, conversational and happy to talk about his art. Something about a great interviewer can really bring out the best in even the most difficult.

[@babaali4410]

World's greatest guitar player, composer, inventor a true legend!

[@lasciencedelamusique6245]

Thank you Beato for all the knowledge and entertainment. Really appreciate your show!

[@faededtoblack]

I love Yngwie. It’s so funny how everytime you hear him talking or doing interviews, he’s always jingling and jangling with all the jewelry he wears. It’s kind of a signature of his. He’s just a cool cat.

[@ronjones-6977]

My 33-year-old son started giving me guitar lessons a couple weeks ago. It's cool finally seeing an interview with the legend that my son has idolized since he was a teenager. This was so cool.

[@prodigalsin6621]

hell yeah!