I'll never forget the first time I heard "Human Nature" in summer 1983. On a car radio while I w driving. I was overwhelmed with its elusive beauty. It was only then that I bought the album. It's still my favorite song on the album, and one of my lifelong favorites -- and that includes across all pop, jazz and classical. It started with the harmonies, but the entire musical texture is a miracle of genius and inspiration.
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
I feel the same way. You described it perfectly!
@ejb79699 ай бұрын
@@pierrejpiscitelli Oh, but you went at least one better. You made me realize consciously how the texture pits extremely short dry notes against a background of extremely sustained, overlapping harmonies. What exquisite orchestration! (I'm a classical guy by training. Others might say arrangement, but to me the skill in this piece is comparable to orchestration.)
@wesboundmusic7 ай бұрын
Couldn't have said it any better, @@ejb7969! That, right there! Those tasty guitar parts had always appealed and resonated with me from early on and I sat down and would religiously figure them out because they did so much for the song! @Pierrejpiscitelli, I've only recently discovered your channel when the Rhodes intro video popped up in the list of KZbin recommondations, but it was an instant subscribe and like the other follower said, not only am I pleased to realize how much these little nuances still appeal to me today, some 40 years later, now I _known consciously_ exactly _what made them this great_ ! :-) Thank you, so long as there are younger music lovers like yourself, music isn't entirely doomed just yet! :-) Keep 'em coming!
@mike424412 ай бұрын
Very interesting, the same thing happened with me in 1983 !!!!!
@ejb79692 ай бұрын
@@mike42441 Some memories really stick with you. 41 years later ... wow.
@erickenlin82559 ай бұрын
Love this. Luke doesn’t get enough credit for his ability to do this kind of thing.
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Totally agree. Thanks for watching!
@St3ph4n35 ай бұрын
Yes Luke is a fantastic composer and "sideman". His creativity is gorgeous. Great vid Pierre!
@WilliamWiremu25 күн бұрын
I agree. I've seen some negative comments about Lukather's playing which I totally don't get. He is not just a technically brilliant guitarist, he has a natural feel for adding to a song. Human Nature is a prime example.
@modalmixture9 ай бұрын
I didn’t even remember that Human Nature had a guitar part. It doesn’t call attention to itself, but the way it softly propels the verses forward adds so much vibe to the song.
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Great point! It fits the song, and doesn’t stand out obnoxiously.
@allifonso5 ай бұрын
@@pierrejpiscitelli absolutely. it fits the song so smooth. i first realized that there is that great guitar when I heard Miles Davis version. His guitar (lead bass, tuned one octave higher or so) Player, Foley, played those Lukather riffs and then it strucks me. wow! what was that. then I suddenly realized its that great guitar that holds the song. that its the song. that the song cannot exist without that guitar part. before i heard it, i felt it but on some uncouncious level. Genios of Steve Lukather.
@nickavenoso785121 күн бұрын
Exactly. I love the way Lukather explained it during his interview on Rick Beato’s channel. He said that he wanted to play something that filled the gap, but didn’t bring too much attention to itself. He said that parts like the one on “Human Nature” are the one that got him all the gigs rather than all the shreddy, flashy parts.
@jdweev8 ай бұрын
Rick Beato: 'That makes the song.' Tim Pierce: 'A world series home run...one of my favorite guitar parts in history.' You're in good company, Pierre!
@Neil-hn6qp9 ай бұрын
Mate, your style, to me, is a combination of enthusiasm/musical nerd/musical mastery/appreciation of the art/etc and the result is magical - much love and appreciation from a life long aging English keyboardist that has never enjoyed anything more than working out the magic and detail of music and sometimes playing for people and sometimes that has been my means of making a living although these days I'm an engineer by day. I don't want to overdo the adulation but you are really my favourite find on KZbin for a long time. Cheers, Neil 👏👏
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind words. Made my day! So glad you are enjoying the content. Cheers!
@wesboundmusic7 ай бұрын
I feel the same way about him, you said it perfectly, @Neil-hn6qp!
@JamesStaubes7 ай бұрын
"I'm not really a guitar player." Proceeds to play Luke's part flawlessly. 😂
@wesboundmusic7 ай бұрын
My thoughts exactly, @JamesStaubes! Takes a real musician to even _feel_ what Lukather did here! So good, both! 🙂
@MrUSFT7 ай бұрын
I know, right?
@SmilusMusic3 ай бұрын
😅😅😅😅 ikr
@1mihayes19 күн бұрын
I literally just said the same thing! Lol
@masalps8 ай бұрын
First time I heard this album in its entirity was coincidentally earlier in the year Michael died. Never realized how incredible this song was until I got older and got into Toto. Now I consider it one of the best songs ever recorded
@pierrejpiscitelli8 ай бұрын
Same, discovering Toto changed my view on Thriller as well.
@johnstodmusic7 ай бұрын
I have always maintained that this is the greatest pop song ever. It is a perfect masterclass in moving songwriting, arranging and performance.
@KarlPrugger7 ай бұрын
Love this breakdown of the song. Technicality mixed with artistry. Thank you, please keep them coming.
@pierrejpiscitelli7 ай бұрын
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@JoeGraziosi9 ай бұрын
Love the "Arranger's Ear" section. Well done, Pierre!
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@davidpicard53767 ай бұрын
Really appreciate the dissection or deconstruction and breakdown of this beautiful melodic arrangement. Thoroughly enjoyed your efforts.
@jazzybeeff8 ай бұрын
One of the most complete song ever. This song creates an powerful image to the listener i believe. That shaker, guitar parts, synths, snare, long pre-delay on verse part of the vocal and it sounds whispering and then there are a exact delay throws on Why, why? Like most delicated part of a long conversation. You hear it few times with attention. There are no video around there but you see some scenes in your head while you listen this song. I do not feel this way in every song i like. This song is so special and complete with every detail. Thank you for analysis. 🙏🏻
@bulletboom2097Ай бұрын
100%
@robyn39766 ай бұрын
I was 12 when I first heard it in 1982. My mind was blown even then as a kid. The composition of this song is so mesmerizing. That little fill is my favorite.
@BarneyRq1d22 күн бұрын
Quincy, as an elderly man, would still get goosebumps when describing the first time he heard the HN demo. The finished product is a masterpiece imo and the Lukather guitar work is brilliant. RIP MJ and QJ.
@jeffleonhardt71737 ай бұрын
I absolutely love these kinds of videos! Human Nature has always been my favorite track on Thriller and to get this kind of breakdown of the finer details helps me understand why I love it so much. It's a case of, "I just know what I like", but not necessarily why. Great job!
@jameskeefe4797Ай бұрын
So many songs across the 80's have Steve Lukather's fingerprints all over them. Such a student of his craft. So willing to give credit to people he learnt from. He's so busy learning and creating, he has no idea how much of a genius we think he is! The guitar players "Guitar Player!"
@yettykitty48934 күн бұрын
Fascinating! Steve is brilliant! I really wish I understood music the way that you do and “speak your language”. What a passion! Just beautiful. Thank you for breaking down this gorgeous song. I was in 8th grade and listened to it hundreds of times. Everyone owned Thriller, but something about this song captivated me even way back then when I was so young ❤️
@thejonathandoan7 ай бұрын
10:14 Same here, man! That's my favorite part of Steve Lukather's addition to the song. What a perfect one-two punch! First: that gorgeous chord progression during the final phrase before the chorus (created by Steve Porcaro), second: the addition of Lukather's perfect rhythm guitar part. Sublime! Thanks for sharing this outstanding breakdown of the song!
@christinebairdmusic29 күн бұрын
This is one of my favorite guitar parts of all time. I just can’t get enough of it! Beautiful playing.
@jonnuanez71837 ай бұрын
The Toto song with Michael on vocals
@vicf65097 ай бұрын
They sat in for most of the album. Without them the record would not have the awards it did.
@jaycareaga99297 ай бұрын
@@vicf6509What makes it a Toto song is it was written by Steve Porcaro with help from John Bettis it literally could have been on a Toto album.
@takemebacktothen6 ай бұрын
"Beat it" too!
@nedhill1242Ай бұрын
@@jaycareaga9929 Steve Pocaro actually wrote it for Toto but the rest of the guys veto’d it, but it would have been great on Hydra but of course it would have vocally been different.
@nedhill1242Ай бұрын
@@takemebacktothen A perfect example of how unselfish and humble Steve Lukather is because it was his suggestion for Eddie Van Halen to do the solo when Luke had already done all of the guitars.
@RDiaz-ft4zdАй бұрын
What you’re doing here Sir is masterful… the best almost 14 minutes of my life spent listening mesmerized to your educated take on this song. I am not a musician but certain sounds (chords, I think) move me at times to tears… and now, after listening to you, I think I’ve figured out why I’m moved to the core. Your deciphering the ‘in between the lines’ of the song, doesn’t just make sense, but adds so much more to the enjoyment of this song. Please continue enlightening us… you’re much appreciated. Thank you.
@pierrejpiscitelli28 күн бұрын
Thank you very much for watching!
@RebornAudio6 ай бұрын
You’re the only person, other than Luke, to play this like for like. Notes, tone, everything. Incredible.
@pierrejpiscitelli6 ай бұрын
That's very kind, thank you so much. And thanks for watching the video!
@RebornAudio6 ай бұрын
@@pierrejpiscitelli Hopefully you’ll like this considering you like the original key! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3WbnIyZlsp4d8Usi=_HhQljXjMTtg9vs7
@keebrdklr492614 күн бұрын
I love beautiful chords and chord progressions like this. You’ve explained it extremely well.
@kayo-music7 ай бұрын
I'm always glad and grateful when somebody loves music the way you obviously do and tries to take the bug to other people But especially when I deals with LUKE! thanks and all the bass-t from kayo
@marcohermans32075 ай бұрын
You're very good at analyzing songs. My compliments. This song is a master piece. All the parts never get in each other's way. They compliment eachother. You don't hear that very often these days and that's a shame. Music nowadays changed in a way that it's not on the same level IMHO. When I play this song at home it still touches my soul.The abillity to play less and make it more is craftmenship. Lukather rules but don't forget the rest of the guys who were contributing on maybe the best pop album ever made.
@MaFaKeys13 күн бұрын
Steve Lukather is the perfection of guitarist and guitar sound. It’s not just the composition, it’s the detail to the way it needs to sound: the perfect combination of using chorus, delay and reverb and make it sound so wide and spacy. Goosebumps!!!
@AdamDX17 ай бұрын
A beautiful song with the perfect guitar part. Speaking of amazing guitar parts, the version of Human Nature that John Mayer played for MJ's funeral service was absolutely amazing. I find myself going back to it for inspiration quite often.
@Multi_ToBi7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Pierre for this analysis of one of my most favorite songs! 100% with you: it is the most intriguing song on the album. It's so light-hearted, airy and intimate - you just have to love it! And Steve - he is definitely one of the best musicians alive. One of the Olympians of guitar playing...love him so much!
@125southernnh2Ай бұрын
Human Nature healed my confused soul when I was a scared and lonely 22 year-old Navy recruit. It was Luke's guitar that did it.
@tomatengarage5608Ай бұрын
Thanks for this one! I love Luke and more than once people have looked at me strangely when I've said that I love Luke most of all for his rhythm work (and not for his solos - which are of course incredibly good...). But it's exactly what you say: Luke puts his ego in the background and plays from a producer's point of view. All the really great session guitarists do the same (Dann Huff, Tom Bukovac, Tim Pierce, Michael Thompson, etc. to name just a few of the best known) and all the top session musicians anyway... Great video! Thumbs up and I'll leave a subscription too. Best regards from Germany. Michael.
@markthomas72635 ай бұрын
Wow. Even today is just resonates and transports you to another place. The. collective members of Toto were the "dream team" of talent which was underscored by their numerous hit songs for not only themselves and countless other artists but especially Michael Jackson.
@wttw49427 ай бұрын
I agree 100% with every comment. It is also important to note that the rhythm of the harmonic phrase performed by Lukather in the chorus was literally played on what in Latin music is known as "clave 3-2", which is one of the rhythmic bases of some salsa rhythms. This pattern adds much more energy and movement to the already spicy underlying rhythmic mechanism of the piece, which coincidentally was also built following that "clave 3-2" control. In reality, Paich used that "clave 3-2" axis to build the entire song around that "clave" pattern, from the rhythmic base of the song, to the rhythmic pattern of the melody itself. Those rythm rules of "clave" were originated in antique religious ceremonies. I don't know if Paich nor Lukather knew that they were automatically following an ancestral pattern that was basically originated in Africa, a ton of centuries ago. But you can ask to any serious percussion player. This phenomena happened just by pure coincidence, probaly because it makes you dance!. But we can blame DNA musical memory of this, W/O any doubt. But if you study Toto, you can find many musical Africanisms and Latinisms similar to this, within absolutely each of his songs. The same thing happens in EWF's music.
@dougtravins96249 ай бұрын
I am loving your channel for how you appreciate, and dissect, these musical pieces of art. Thank you
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@kmonk51508 ай бұрын
Music Appreciation at its finest! Thank you!
@c.orlando9 ай бұрын
Incredible dive into the foundations of this classic. Bravo! 👏🎶
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
🙏🏻❤️
@ryanscarborough67032 күн бұрын
Crazy that Steve didn't get a writing credit on Human Nature. His guitar part is epic. It really helped to make it a perfect song. You did a great job breaking it down
@pierrejpiscitelliКүн бұрын
I think that he would have if Thriller were recorded in 2025! Now, every song has 19 writers.
@jasu5142Ай бұрын
I’m glad you made this video ! I’ve always been obsessed with that guitar part for decades
@colteastwood6 ай бұрын
Your presentation, musical talent and knowledge make your videos so stellar! Wow! Glad I found you on an Instagram Reel!
@pierrejpiscitelli6 ай бұрын
That’s very kind, thanks so much 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@adrian651658 ай бұрын
Thank you for your analysis, story, enthusiasm, talent and so much more that opens up new dimensions to this track (and the others that I'll be binge watching)
@TaztekStudiosАй бұрын
Prob one of the prettiest riffs I’ve heard in guitar on a pop album in the 80s I can list from the top of my head besides why worry by dire straits
@policomalzoni7824Ай бұрын
The percussion in the song was recorded by Paulinho da Costa, one of the best percussionist in the world
@markthomas72635 ай бұрын
Excellent dissection of the song. Your breakdown is a "Materclass" . Thank you for this and for sharing your love of music appreciaion with us.
@pierrejpiscitelli5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@tjallingdejong964512 күн бұрын
Very Good review of the song and very nicely explained how Luke's part s been put together , will start practicing right away , cheers
@kristiangurholt59Ай бұрын
Favourite song of all time. Just effortless perfection.
@6069daryl28 күн бұрын
One of my all time favourite songs, so beautifully and passionately broken down by you. Thank you for giving this song a whole new life for me to listen to for many years to come. Lukather is truly one of the greatest.
@pierrejpiscitelli25 күн бұрын
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@WilliamWiremu26 күн бұрын
This is a brilliant and insightful analysis of one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded. Your musicianship and music knowledge is top notch. Thank you.
@pierrejpiscitelli25 күн бұрын
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@PhilippinesFarmLife3 ай бұрын
Keyboards outlining the melody is my favorite sound. New subscriber listening and learning from my little two keyboard studio in the Philippines. At age 71 I am loving your channel when I can get close to your instructions. I give myself Goosebumps. THANKS SO MUCH! ❤❤
@slugtoenail20 күн бұрын
From a guitar player: a wonderful breakdown and illumination of one of the most iconic tracks ever. Great job!
@pierrejpiscitelli19 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@JAmeijenda9 ай бұрын
Brilliant breakdown! Really enjoyed it
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻
@dkcorderoyximenez33822 ай бұрын
Mr. Piscitelli, You fascinate me...the depth of your understanding and the joy you emanate have me wanting to relive my life as a musician... I am just short of 69 years of age, but I'm going to see if I can take classes at East Tennessee State University in music and music theory... I've just subscribed and liked...I'm here for the long term...🙏
@pierrejpiscitelli2 ай бұрын
That is fantastic to hear, best of luck with all of your musical endeavors!
@BerndWeitzmann7 күн бұрын
Great and inspiring video about a wonderful song and about arrangement. Thank you!
@milan507918 күн бұрын
Bro you played this so well, tone is also insanely accurate. What a nice video!
@pierrejpiscitelli18 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it!!
@hubertbauch43499 ай бұрын
Very enthusiastic video. I learned a lot! Thank you very much.
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@anton5819130Ай бұрын
Thought I had that lukather content all figured out until you really explained his approach. Steve Lukather is definitely a genius level musician. You're not bad yourself. Really enjoyed your deep dive.
@sigmaman7213 ай бұрын
I love that kind of playing dead notes on guitar. It adds so much taste to the music. Of course you have to know where and how to use it
@ChefRonnieBoy9 ай бұрын
The group SWV used a sample of this song in their song “Right Here (Human Nature Remix),” and I actually enjoy that more than Michael Jackson version. Both songs are mesmerizing to me!
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
I remember the SWV song. Wow haven’t heard it since I was a kid!!
@bearblackhawk936213 күн бұрын
GREAT JOB! I love how you discuss the music theory behind the construction of the song. Very similar to rick beato. Well done, sir!
@scotabot78267 күн бұрын
And the mind blowing thing is Luke came in, sat down, and that came out. More than likely the first take, two at the most. The Toto boys are all over that whole album. Just amazing. RIP Q The days of that kind of cultured talent has come and gone.
@AvGeekPH_Skitman23 күн бұрын
I play drums but, after soo many years, now I just got my electric out, put new strings, and ready for this. Thanks!
@allsurf8 ай бұрын
Great video. Would love to see a video on the type of gear you have. 🤙🏼
@rodleaverton2 ай бұрын
This was so good, and I love your excitement. That is what the arts are all about!
@iogeek607 ай бұрын
The live version with Miles + Chaka Khan were Foley plays Luke’s part on his high strung bass is also epic
@1mihayes19 күн бұрын
I’ve always thought the guitar part in HN was amazing. But I didn’t know how amazing and necessary for the song until now! Incredible breakdown
@organicharvestministries7 ай бұрын
Excellent analysis! I first heard "Human Nature" when I got the "Thriller" cassette for my 9th birthday. Growin up on welfare, this was the first time I had ever received music as a gift, so it was a "thrill" indeed. But, I already loved "Thriller", "Beat It", and "Billie Jean" from watching MTV all the time. I didn't like "Human Nature" the first time I heard it - it sounded light and "wussy" and at 9 yrs-old I was like "what is this crap?" But the song grew on me over the years until I could sing it perfectly and occasionally performed it at karaoke. I had no idea there was so much going on it in this song! You have brought new life to this subdued and tender classic.
@pierrejpiscitelli7 ай бұрын
That’s a great story. I’m glad that you dig the song now!
@TheLegendofRenegadeАй бұрын
This breakdown is so indepth, had to sub instantly! 🔥 More 80s breakdowns please 🙏🏾
@pierrejpiscitelliАй бұрын
Appreciate you 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@carlosaz699 ай бұрын
amazing analysis and recreation of on a of the best songs in history.
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@Fidogastro5 ай бұрын
I have no idea how this video popped up in my recommended but thank the universum for that 😍. The story of this song itself is special and any Toto fan like me would probably be wondering why they hadn't recorded it instead of giving it away. I call it destiny 😊. And what you say about Steve's approach, I think he is very mindful and humble by nature. At the same time he was fascinated with his brother from another mother Jeff Porcaro's way of creating music and space between and this is what I hear in Human Nature. As a guitar player Lukather is a full package.
@Andrealberelli_835 ай бұрын
I completely agree what did you say. Great job! 😮
@londonemski7 ай бұрын
Beautiful analysis. Thank you!
@wintertimetrioАй бұрын
Great clip Pierre, a pleasure
@MartinDauer19 күн бұрын
Wow, great detailed vid
@careygoldfine74317 ай бұрын
Brilliant! Thanks for sharing your insights and talent.
@mike424412 ай бұрын
Wow, this is an excellent break down of this magical song and Steve Lukather's legendary riff !! Thanks so much for this! Liked & subscribed 👍
@pierrejpiscitelli2 ай бұрын
thanks!!
@mike424412 ай бұрын
@@pierrejpiscitelliBtw, did you see Kent's version of this yet? It's pretty amazing! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2Otd6N5ntqoqNUfeature=shared
@bobd67118 ай бұрын
Awesome analysis! And your guitar chops are probably a lot better than you think.
@pierrejpiscitelli8 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!🙏🏻
@CAGED17028 ай бұрын
I'll second that! 👍
@TheLostBoy19742 ай бұрын
I first heard it when I was 8 in 1982….and Human Nature was my favorite too.
@acoustic619 ай бұрын
Great breakdown and analysis with all that's going on in this song! I tried to learn some of the parts but couldn't figure out which chords were played under the intro rif. I remember first hearing this song on my way to work in January '83. A local radio station played deep tracks from albums before they were released as singles.
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Thanks! There’s a lot buried in there. Hopefully this helped.
@strangermaniacos6863 ай бұрын
Great analysis and performance !! Can you please share the tracks ?
@MikeBixby7 ай бұрын
Terrific video! Keep em coming
@NSaharya4 ай бұрын
Just wow! Make an analysis of "I'll be over you" also by Steve L. Makes me teary eyed every time.
@pierrejpiscitelli4 ай бұрын
I love that song!! Yes!!
@circa1907czec7 ай бұрын
Pierre, I love that guitar part but didn’t know it was played by Steve Lukather. He is brilliant.
@fernandog.aguirre27915 ай бұрын
Genius! Me too I ve got so into this song and specially, the music, GENIUS!!!!!!! 35 years are going by and I still saying, WOW! I absolutely admire you how you brake down this piece of art song, Iconic!
@pierrejpiscitelli5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@gaetanmathieu9 ай бұрын
Great video, thanks Pierre !
@pierrejpiscitelli9 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@1963jesse26 күн бұрын
Great analysis!
@keithbriggs66437 ай бұрын
Amazing stuff ..I love these breakdowns ..just magical when it all plays together 👍
@keithbriggs66437 ай бұрын
Steve Lukather is Genius also 😁
@Rhezoloution10 күн бұрын
Bro back in 82/83 i played the record 1 million times in Brazil. Still have it w me in the States. You should check out Brazilian Music from 70s to 90s, Americans are missing out.
@steveluk4737 ай бұрын
Bro one of my absolutely favourite songs of all time !! Kudos for putting in so much effort into this and Luke is my main man ! Learnt some new things also about the tune ...Fabulous man ! smiled all through the way video, took me back decades to a happy place ...have played this so many times live and along with the record...wish I could play the keys , id love to do this myself
@pierrejpiscitelli7 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! I really appreciate it ❤️
@whaustin2 ай бұрын
Briliant analysis of a great song. I love the history behind it (takes a village) have you listeed to Kent Nishimura's version by any chance? Pretty astounding.
@windward28184 ай бұрын
Would you know Steve's guitar and effects used to make the track, you best guess would be fine? Perhaps you can provide the guitar, pedals and mixing effects you used in making your video. Thanks for your help.
@pierrejpiscitelli4 ай бұрын
Not sure! Definitely his Valley Arts Strat style guitar with pickup position 2 or 4, lots of reverb and chorus but that’s all I can really hear! Those studio guys carried around refrigerator-sized racks of gear!
@gerardoherrera58194 ай бұрын
Great video, I love Steve
@richardhite39535 ай бұрын
You get my vote and my subscribe. Love it. Unbelievable detail.
@pierrejpiscitelli5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Banny.Wailer3 ай бұрын
Amaaazing track for sure couldn’t agree more
@jarikoskenniska29910 күн бұрын
Interesting Gems, Thx!
@lmaestro6 күн бұрын
great video. For those who don't know, Steve Porcaro, David Paitch and Steve Lukather are all members of Toto
@wesboundmusic7 ай бұрын
Like I said in my other comment: I'm grateful for you explaining exactly _why_ it is that those tasty parts had always appealed to me more than all the shredding pizzazz in the world back then when I became passionate about music and guitar and writing and so on. I only discovered your channel a short while ago, when you demo'd your top 10 Rhodes intros of all time and it was an instant subscribe, not only for your obvious savvy, but also for the selection of songs and intros you picked. And now this, a song that had flown a little under my radar at the time the record was released, but grew on me over the years to the point where it's almost my favorite one on the entire album today. Out of curiosity: Is it a Valley Arts strat you play here or a non-branded one you assembled from parts or had yourself built? Just a little gear talk, if you don't my asking ... 🙂 Excellent video, thank you so much! P.S. I had voiced my comment prior to the video actually being through. Hearing you say your final assessment has me almost emotional - I was _so alone with this kind of appreciation_ for the music in my younger days, even among fellow musicians, they just didn't have that set of ears that you obviously are gifted with and Lukather was and - another icon of mine - Dann Huff and more of this calibre! Thank you again, I no longer feel alone 🙂
@pierrejpiscitelli7 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the comment! I assembled the Strat from Warmoth parts. Ironically it looks like Luke's original Strat, which I wasn't even thinking about at the time!
@wesboundmusic7 ай бұрын
Yes, it does - and it sounds awesome, too! You're a very talented man,@@pierrejpiscitelli ! Hats off to you!
@pierrejpiscitelli7 ай бұрын
@@wesboundmusic 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@jahelmorga6 ай бұрын
BEAUTIFUL ANALYSIS ❤
@p5ri3oАй бұрын
The 80's were UNDOUBTEDLY, the GOLDEN-ERA of music production🎼 Analog was king💪; and the artist truly MASTERED his/her craft. "Real Music by Real Musicians"💖
@chingkheiakoijam18225 ай бұрын
Loved the analysis and the guitar tone. Would you mind sharing what was your setup for the guitar tone? I strive for something like that for song writing but never could recreate it
@pierrejpiscitelli5 ай бұрын
Thanks! It's unbelievably simple and almost embarrassing. I have my Strat going into Logic Pro through an SSL interface with just a bit of the SpaceDesigner reverb and Stereo Chorus (both built into Logic). All defaults and no fancy plugins!
@chingkheiakoijam18225 ай бұрын
@@pierrejpiscitelli thanks for the reply. Wow that is indeed simple. Will try it out!
@JimmyReed-h4c19 сағат бұрын
Curious, is that a custom built Strat? You really nailed the tone!