This Guitarist Is F***ing Insane!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

It's my debut album Permission to Land's 20th Anniversary this year so The Darkness are going on tour in USA, UK (almost sold out) & Europe to celebrate! Come!! Get tickets here: www.thedarknesslive.com/tour-dates/

[@blackbirdclothingexchange]

And Australia? Specifically Brisbane? Yeah?

[@NinStardust]

I know you’ve already doubled your UK dates, but I think I speak for everyone when I say, “We Want More!” …Please! 🙏🏻🥰😁

[@markthespark6240]

Please come back to Canberra. Was awesome to see you last year.

[@jsimes1]

See you in Boston for some tea! 🫖

[@bloffs3352]

Thebby Theatre better be on the list Juzzo.

[@JimboSRP]

Guitar players are getting better, I believe. I mean, my mate Dave is considered a virtuoso around these parts: he can do Smoke on the Water AND Stairway to Heaven. Back in my day it was one or the other.

[@tolhumexy6706]

Can he do a 'mash up'? Loved your comment, man

[@moreheff]

🤣Brilliant comment

[@ThornyLittleFlower]

😂 Dave should be protected at all costs! A National Treasure 😅

[@Rocksarum]

Though it's not contemporary to those bangers... Does Dave also master Back in Black? 🤣🤣🤣 We love Dave❤️😄

[@leewhite2195]

Can he play Wonderwall though?

[@matrixmannn]

You know that Marcin has a classical education. You know that. Marcin once said that he is bored with classical performances because it is boring to play the same thing over and over again, so he remakes everything classical in his own way because he enjoys playing it all differently.

[@kimchiman1000]

It's wonderful to hear an accomplished musician praising the talent amd work of another. Thank you.

[@1234waveskier]

Absolutely amazing, I’ve never seen anything like it his brain is wired in a way that enables him to process mini multiple things at one time.

[@adrian-adam-jedrzejczak]

Thanks to musicians like Marcin, I fell in love with music again... MEGA talent XXI ... 23 years old !!!

[@samsewall8341]

Yeah guy, these new doodz have figured out new ways to shred. Loved it! Thanks for the exposure to this player

[@christopherdearien1826]

There are few things in my life that I've been part of or have learned the dynamics of how something was formed, built, or works I classify as having the "wow" factor. I was there during the birth of my children and that was a definite wow. I have seen buildings and carved statues that was a wow. When I learned and saw what it takes to get a rocket, a shuttle, and humans in space I was like, "wow!" Over the past couple of weeks I watched a short with Marcin on AGT. As a fellow bass and guitar player myself I was just like the folks in that crowd on the show. I was blown away. So I had to see if this was real. Going though countless videos, shorts, and reactions from content creators, I come to realize he is the real deal. He at the young age of 22 is already a legend in my opinion and a WOW!

[@James-qp8ez]

100% a master

[@holubm]

definitely the best reaction to Marcin I have seen so far, well done !

[@andrewwall2730]

He was a classical guitar prodigy playing some of the most difficult pieces at age 10, thus his massive technique. Felt constrained by traditional classical music and switched to steel string, adding the percussive techniques he uses so well. A true genius.

[@Cyryl-bx2pz]

he started learning to play the guitar when he was 10 years old

[@niktniewiem4785]

You sir have my respect for reading his bio before reacting. The grand majority of reactors never do that, and in case of Marcin it is very helpful to understand his insane level of skill. Many reactors are confuzed what is he even doing, and many think he is using some tricks or something, not being able to wrap their heads around how insainly skilled he is to be able to do this all for real.

[@stevederen921]

Oh, yes! He is non-comparable to anyone E V E R ! He just redefined the guitar. Note, there is not him and the guitar - this is a unity, this is one piece!

[@lesmikez.5916]

I saw Marcin’s insane level ingenuity from the very beginning when I saw him first time. Not mentioning here the level of class he executes his skills. He is simply a genius .

[@andypammenter8528]

I think this is the chap who did a version of Kashmir that was pretty awesome 😎

[@mrsharbormaster]

Sooo impressive ‘Off The Hook”. Marcin is just beyond talented

[@monicaspector2388]

This young man's talent is mind blowing! And he really looks like he is loving every minute of it.

[@chrisallan4591]

Ichika, Marcin, Henson and others... they're changing the landscape of what's possible with a stringed instrument.

[@mistergeorge667]

Add Tosin and Roopam to that list

[@marktyler3381]

Kent Nishamura too

[@poptarget]

You're right, the neck tattoo just hiding it with the bandana.

[@AndrePeppers]

Misko, too.

[@damelyway]

don’t forgot max ostro

[@MashaT22]

I really enjoy Marcin. He’s incredibly talented. I have no idea how he does it, but he does it flawlessly!

[@joanna4240]

Poles do everything best

[@nothanks611]

@@joanna4240 North or South Poles?

[@Jrocka7x]

He’s been playing classical for his whole life. He just wanted to do something innovative.

[@Max.J.H.]

@@nothanks611 Y not both?

[@russellharris5072]

Marcin was late to the guitar at age ten,at age sixteen he was able to give a recital of Paganini's Caprice no:24 in front of his class(video of that is on youtube).He then was invited by a professor of music to learn Flamenco via Zoom.He is proficient in composition,harmony and production,a perfect musical storm........................

[@tylersmith3979]

Check out his interview with Rob Scallon! He breaks down how much he tries to do with every movement, filling in all the gaps as economically as possible

[@annebiebrich9155]

He is jaw-droppingly amazing !

[@mariediflorio9447]

Marcin, bringing a Musical Renaissance to Earth. I watch everything i can get my hands on. He's a Master.

[@SteevThompson-k5i]

You watch, do you listen? Would you listen if there was nothing to watch?

[@ZofiaTrzciakowska-ms4wm]

Wonderful man and wonderful song. Incredible musical talent. Marcin has all the best - eloquence, great cullture and Incredible musical talent. Marcin-guitar phenomenon. He is in my heart forever. Thank you for your comment. Greetings from Poland 👏🌞

[@basdebruin2355]

You are so right in that, guitar players are definitely getting better. One huge reason is channels like yours. Youngsters (I am 65 so others become youngsters by default) see this, hear this and start to copy it. This guy, however, is from other LEVELS (not level). Ever so seldom, you see an unbelievable talented person, performing like this. I saw Tommy Emmanuel a few times, saw Jan Akkerman, Paco di Lucia (and some others) and some others on that level. This guy raises the bar higher and higher. Unbelievable!!!!

[@mariantarina]

Marcin's performance is always a musical and visual experience.

[@marcinzywy9444]

"Talent is about 5%. The rest is hard work." - as polish composer and virtuoso pianist Paderewski once said.

[@kellywolf9148]

Marcin is amazing. My fav is his version of Kashmir."

[@aprilbaby1960]

Brilliant. I’ve followed this young one for awhile now.

[@pureamoursoul]

This dude has crazy talent! I find it interesting how a few people in the comments think it's boring or bad... Maybe they're jealous that they don't have one tenth of his talent, or their taste in music is the opposite of eclectic? 🤷‍♀️ Haven't heard of Marcin until now. Checked out his other stuff on YT and realised he was on America's Got Talent. I really like his rendition of SOAD's "Toxicity". Acoustic guitars are harder on the hands than electric. I used to own a cheap electric, but hardly played it as I preferred the acoustic sound.

[@michaelkenner3289]

I'd never call it bad, but I do find it a little boring. He's obviously very talented and come up with a set of very cool tricks. I don't think he's found anything interesting to do with those tricks though. After "wow, that's cool" he doesn't really prompt any other reaction. Massive respect for the man and his skills, but after sitting through three minutes of playing guitars unconventionally, I'm not planning on watching more of his performances. Though if you're enjoying it, then awesome. He's clearly having fun performing it and if you're enjoying watching it, what more could anyone ask for. Not my thing though.

[@pureamoursoul]

Fair enough. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and we all have different interests. It's not just his "tricks" that I think are interesting, but his arrangement of the songs he covers. He puts his own spin on it, which I think sounds aesthetically pleasing. Also, one person being able to create that amount of sound with precision in their live performance is impressive to me. Makes me curious about what he could do with composing 100% original material. Anyway, there's stuff I find boring that others might not e.g. some of my friends like to stay inside and play board games all day. I can only join them for an hour max before I get bored to death! I'd rather be outside enjoying the good weather on the beach or going for a bush walk.

[@DEVE4ART]

@@pureamoursoul i agree ....board games ... UGH// 🥰 I am very entertained and soul satisfied w/ his fun!

[@Rocksarum]

Nice one! Such original cover of that opera masterpiece👍

[@livestrong1976]

You're very methodical on how you explain things and you can just listen to something on the guitar and your like, "um well I think it's like this" and it's damn well spot on. It sucks that you're that good:) That's a HUGE compliment. You're one of my favorite guitarist!

[@TROYIX4200]

the 1st time i saw a video of Marcin i instantly became a fan. that was the time he audition to AGT. and he's live performances are 🔥🔥🔥

[@KeiGambit]

That second guitar was actually gifted to him by Tim Henson, it's Tims signature nylon

[@SGI999]

The algorithm has been at work as I’ve just found this guy and listened for a few hours while writing. Very inspiring I found. My brain started sparking up and words flowed as they haven’t done for a while. Wonderful. Now watching him is entertaining and adds to my appreciation. I really enjoyed your reaction. Your bed hair is quite alluring, even to an old lady lol

[@Nayel_Milan]

The guitar you call the telecaster nylon is a signature model by Tim Henson and Ibanez, it's called the TOD10N and was featured in the playing god video :) It's a brilliant guitar, I bought it and it plays wonderfully!

[@Stevenewmansa]

And that inlay is the tree is death, not the tree of life

[@dubdogzandnature]

Wow, he's amazing! I love your channel, I suffer from anxiety, and the laughter you give me really helps take my mind off that. Just wanted to say that, also, you're awesome live :)

[@dubdogzandnature]

@@neildobbs7278 Take care!

[@johncole282]

Great reaction we need to see more of Marcin you haven’t seen anything yet Thanks

[@SpaceFairyness]

Jeesus! That boy got mad skillz.

[@aimeekeel]

So phenomenal

[@JayDizz92]

please get marcin on the podcast he makes for an incredible interview and is so enthusiastic about life

[@kathytyrrell9713]

Good to hear your thoughts,I love this guy. xx

[@johnnydarko6187]

Erik Mongrain is the OG percussive acoustic guitarist in my eyes, but Marcin is definitely eking out his own niche in this genre, bloody marvelous!

[@vladimirpoutine7522]

This. Love Erik's playing. I'd say he's the first to really turn me on to this style of playing.

[@neilwatkins8676]

This guy is fantastic. Like Rodrigo Y Gabriella but with one guitar.

[@djwarren5081]

You never fail to amuse or entertain me Justin. Very good.

[@Liz.Green789]

Classical guitar is one of the most wonderful musical gifts to my world. This was fun to watch unfold.

[@R_SENAL]

Very cool! I appreciate anybody that can avoid that annoying acoustic string sound as they shift hand positions, but this guy goes well far above and beyond that clean sound we love, but it's truly practice perfect talent on display here.

[@cath3638]

I've been watching Marcin for some time...he's amazing!

[@hatchetjack1031]

Just saw Marcin 1st time yesterday and was AMAZED by Habenero, watched Takata and fugue today. This guy makes my fingers hurt just watching. Have always liked Jeff Beck and Steve Vei, but this is outrageous. Definitely Flaminco excellence.

[@crhenningride]

I love your reaction. The appreciation for the artist and your humor are wonderful, will be watching you more

[@JamesFrost74659]

His version of Beethoven's 'Moonlight Sonota' is the most beautiful guitar piece I have ever heard.

[@Singlespeedjo]

Wow my mind is blown!!! Thanks Justin!!

[@MyMmmd]

I'm gonna say that the reason it feels like guitar players are getting better is that these kinds of virtuoso performances translate much better to a 5 minute KZbin video than they do to a whole albums worth of songs (where you can't see what's going on) or a live performance (where again you're not going to pick up on the subtleties of what's going on very well). Also so many KZbin tutorials and videos of others playing to inspire people to do crazier and crazier stuff.

[@Shamustodd1]

This kid is pretty amazing!

[@Nicolasmondragon707]

Justin Fucking Hawkins Rides Againnnnn 🎶🎶🎶🎶💯

[@MedalionDS9]

Percussive acoustic style of guitar had been picking up steam since the 2000's but Marcin represents the next level that has more flair and dramatic style then previous percussive players of the past.

[@zam1am]

Here's an oldtimer: Bukka White in Memphis 1969 showing off at 8:20 kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4fLqqljiJiFZsk

[@sea-ferring]

Picking up steam since the early 1980s. Michael Hedges did this style better and with more feeling. Playing well in this style is only half the equation - composing intelligently is where it's at. Fingerstyle guitarists these days are super talented but seem obsessed with the showy moves and excessive tapping.

[@MedalionDS9]

@@sea-ferring Yes I am familiar with Michael Hedges, but I am talking about when it became a style you saw on the Internet... I remember seeing videos from an artist called Justin King who did a funky percussive acoustic style, despite he was in an alternative rock band at the time. Then more and more artists broke out in the early and mid 2000's.

[@juantimer]

@@sea-ferring Check out Kent Nishimura for fingerstyle composing genius. Leagues ahead of this.

[@sea-ferring]

@@juantimer Very nice. Flawless covers. I couldn't find any original compositions though.

[@lifeinlimbo2186]

This guitarist is brilliant.

[@brendapeebles6984]

The first Marcin video I saw was his version of Kashmir. It's amazing and still one of my favorite Marcin videos.

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

My mates kitten weed in his sound hole once, campfire is definitely a better smell.

[@probusexcogitatoris736]

Great concert on the 21th! You were phenomenal!!! Sorry for the lukewarm response of the audience. I was truly embarrassed!

[@kofgrep]

Marcin's English is also amazing and he once said in an interview that he just practiced playing the guitar methodically 5 hours a day, no more, but each and every day.

[@stevogman3054]

We are only limited by our imagination. The art of playing the guitar has evolved for sure.

[@NinStardust]

Again, I say *CHECK OUT RODRIGO Y GABRIELLA* PLEASE! 🙏🏻 I LOVE this style of music! Marcin is incredible! Will definitely be obsessing over him for a while now! Another great guitar virtuoso to check out is Romain Axisa. He worked with Ren on The Big Push and makes some seriously gorgeous music of his own. He’s an incredible solo instrumental artist 💖

[@dragontears4me989]

I second, third and hundredth this suggestion!!! I too was going to highly recommend to take a look at RODRIGO y GABRIELA🤘💚🤘

[@NinStardust]

@@dragontears4me989 I feel like I suggest it about once a month but it’s probably less than that. Can’t stand those “Day one of asking for…” comments, but after a year of sporadically requesting Rod Y Gab, I think I might have to resort to that tactic! 😅😂😂😂

[@doughull9287]

100% Gabriella is a phenomenon to watch.

[@stevenconnor4221]

Im sure he knows of them they have been going on for a while now, they are not unknown

[@Strefametamorfozy7]

Marcin is amazing. Check him with Ichika Acoustic vs electric. It’s amazing

[@eyesiepaine9099]

I love watching and listening to you singing true colours. Swoon swoon. ❤

[@zachansard]

Guitarist now a days blow my mind. The level these kids are at insane.

[@johndavidhoward]

These artists are like the Malmsteen shredders of present day.. Playing like no one, while saying absolutely nothing as song writers. Thing is, I applaud that. IMO there's room for it all and it’s extremely important to keep the spirit of technical instrumental mastery alive. It most definitely has its place, and at the dawn of AI I'm just sincerely appreciative and respectful that some are still taking the time to learn and master physical instruments at a higher technical level than ever before.. There's just no denying it's bonkers talented.

[@Zundfolge]

We seem to be in a third golden age of guitar virtuosos. The first age was in the 60s (Hendrix, Clapton, etc). The second age was the 80s (Yngwie, Vai, Satrioni, Mike Varney's stable of talent at Shrapnel Records, and others) and now this third golden age started in the teens with guys like Henson, Ichika Nito, Yvette Youhg, Abasi, Mateus and the like).

[@cheryllyons3738]

Truly Wonderful

[@maroboro3962]

In his hands, the guitar ceases to be a dead instrument, it comes to life and begins to "sing" on its own.

[@sylsalmon4649]

Absolutely amazing❤

[@darek4488]

Paid for that whole guitar, gonna use the whole guitar.

[@Onestringpuppet]

Your titles always draw me in! 😆 well done for remembering your guitar today 👏 😁 An amazing performance, flawless

[@TXTrojan]

this was great, loved your interpretation , would watch again.

[@andrewaavik]

That nylon string classical guitar is an Ibanez TOD10N Tim Henson signature model. I am just waiting for a collaboration between Marcin and Polyphia. That would be world domination level epic.

[@667neighbourofthebeast]

One can either be gracious in accepting the exceptional savant-like talents of gifted musicians as unattainable or sulk in perpetual jealousy and gloom. My propensity for harbouring personal inadequacies on guitar, justifies my subscription for the latter.

[@VudrokWolf]

Amazing and beautiful reaction, thank you very much!!!❤

[@ragman1960]

436,000🎉…and an afternoon doze 😅, our age!!!

[@andrzejkrasnicki]

Prounance his name PAT-SHA-WECK, will be pretty good!

[@hannapuszczyk113]

Marcin to geniusz gitary posłuchaj jego Moonligh sonata, Still dre ,Kashmir, Paganini caprice, Beethoven 5 symfonia, Baba yaga pleas 👍👋

[@annawnuk3713]

Dołączam się do sugestii 👍👍

[@dougm659]

Guitar players are becoming increasingly awesome…this dude Marcin then there’s Mike Dawes, Tommy Emmanuel….all creating amazing sounds on guitar waaaaayyyy beyond what the old virtuosos like Segovia or John Williams were producing! It’s fascinating and exciting rather than an exercise in precision and fidelity with the writer’s mind.

[@williamsinclair9841]

The bonfire is a metaphor for the spontaneous combustion of guitar mortals' aspirations as we watch and listen to this musical mastery.

[@marynoonan6111]

This guy is unreal. I love listening to him play. He's Django Reinhardt & Tommy Emmanuel's love child. God, he'a fabulous 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@spiercephotography]

I'd not heard of this guy before, he did a fabulous job! Lost it at the outro- well played! 😂

[@annaswodczyk1069]

This is Marcin Czekałek from Poland. He is a great guitarist, composer, producer and above all, a human being. Check out his other songs. You will not regret. Greetings from Poland

[@yarkorab]

​@@annaswodczyk1069Czekałek 😂😂😂

[@BillBensen]

I love all these new players that are taking the past way, way into the future! Check out Michael Hedges (RIP), he was in a world of his own with this style.

[@frogslips]

Glad you mentioned Hedges. Still the most melodious and somehow doesn’t sound like a drum set but an integrated piece of creativity.

[@straightedgesteve1592]

Because It's There is a lovely tune by Hedges.

[@Matjo7588dk]

Brings back memories of Andy McKee The OG YT guitar player doing such things. Back when YT was new, and no one really knew what to do with it. Before people did it on a professional level. With layers, and pro set ups. He just had one guitar a microphone and a insane talent. He was one of the first doing insane stuff with guitars. To me, he will always be where it all began.

[@cindyadzukichang]

I stumbled upon your channel by accident and I love your analysis and reaction videos (also, your teeth look amazing...I mean that in the best way possible...)! Thanks for introducing me to Marcin. He's incredible. Wish you were touring in Austin but it is too damn hot here.

[@krzysztofnowak9750]

Bravo Marcin interpretazione fantastica grande talento musicale Complimenti totalmente saluto cordialmente super commentario

[@gogglebox2427]

I love his "Kashmir". 😍

[@kimwilson3863]

This amazing young man, pronounced Marchin btw, blew me away with his Kashmir on one guitar a few years ago. My other favourite guitarist is Ichiko Nito, a completely different style and absolutely beautiful. Imagine my joy at seeing them collaborate on Just the Two of us. You really should check them both out a little bit more. I'm not really too keen on much of the music you cover but I absolutely love watching you and your take on the world today. 👍💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #TheSoundofFreedom #Godschildrenarenotforsale

[@andrewbroughton65]

He's Brilliant.Blew Cowell & Pals away a few years back when He went on AGT.Alex Misko is another of similar ilk only He uses Banjo machineheads too & alters tuning alot while playing.The Whack a Gat style came out of the early 70's from innovative players like Michael Hedges, Don Ross & Vicki Genfan but these kids now are fearlessly top knockin & Rockin' like none before.

[@musicwith9lives]

Hi Justin 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 just found Marcin in my feed. He's truly Gifted with lots of practice and a natural flow for him. He started studying that type of picking style at age 9. He looks 15. But actually 23 ! Enjoyed your critique. Instant Subscriber ❤

[@AndreRMeyer]

3:06 Marcin | ARTISTS | Ibanez guitars For Marcin's innovative percussive fingerstyle he prefers Ibanez's flagship AE900-NT from the AE-Series which allows him to combine extensive percussive elements with the standard way of playing the guitar.

[@123voy321]

Maestro Marcin..!! 🎼🎵🎶🇵🇱💪🏻

[@captainswjr]

Funny you mentioned Tim Henson, that second guitar is Tim's signature TOD10 nylon electric

[@nigelhollewell4540]

That was a hilarious reaction! made me giggle. But seriously Marcin is nuts...but he he has inspired me to pick up my guitar again.

[@JonoHolland29]

I believe the second guitar is referred to as a semi-acoustic? An electric guitar with a hollowed body. He reminds me of Mike Dawes

[@raquelsnt]

Wow ❤ it is a wonderful cover of Carmen's Habanera! He is awsome guitar player my god! He should came to Seville, Carmen's city, to shot the video... It would have been the proper thing 😊. I love this universal habanera, i liked very much the cover and i loved to listen it in your final tune ... You don't know how i would love to see you reacting to some flamenco guitar player. I just was finishing the long yesterday's episode with Richie Kotzen and did a pause to watch the new reaction, so Justin interrupting Justin 😂

[@nudaveritas8195]

That guy is an alien. He is not human.

[@James-qp8ez]

Watch him play cashmere it's easier to wrap your head around but such a well known song that it easily transcends all audiences and blows your mind.

[@soulfulfool]

yea Marcin is our famous guitar hero from Poland, real talent

[@riclrk9947]

Just astounding,phenomenal playing.I agree,many unbelievably good guitarists on you tube.Maybe ille take up the triangle and flog my guitars