Tim Henson Top 10 Riffs of the Decade

[@svnsparks]

when he taps its like his fingers are magnetically attracted to the correct fret

[@merakiproductions1403]

Thats very true

[@LM-yh4by]

practice practice practice

[@thomassanders8243]

coincidence I think NOT

[@thomasholko2827]

Are you Gotta do is take away like is from that sentence and he would be right

[@ultimadum7785]

@@thomassanders8243 lol

[@MateusAsato]

amazing!!!

[@TimHensonW6RST]

🖤🖤🖤

[@john23del]

Can i have a squier from yall?

[@MateusAsato]

Rommel Castillo hi Rommel

[@MateusAsato]

Deus11 sorry man I don’t have a squier

[@spanneng]

@@MateusAsato you should try Cort

[@landen1662]

That weird feeling while watching him play, like wanna quit guitar for ever but at the same time i feel motivated to be better. Youre a beast boi

[@isabelpaiva8336]

Same! Ever since I discovered him I've been learning all of his songs like crazy

[@vonicrimson3619]

not gonna lie, i didnt care that hes better than me until i saw a video of him from when he was 16 because im 14

[@MrMethadrine]

You can be like that too.Just eat a tuna can a day.Practice Hendrix and Vai all day.Forget chicks,bars,clubs and social life.

[@RmX.]

Bought my guitar 5 years ago and all I can play is Smoke on the water

[@newpairofboots]

Why even bother learning to play guitar if you feel like quitting when someone's more skilled than you? There will always be people more skilled. The reason to play isn't to compete.

[@merilest]

I'm so glad I'm alive to hear #8 be released as Playing God Playing God indeed, Tim!!!! You're beyond amazing

[@NathanielBoyce-z3v]

"Why does this unreleased one sound so familiar?!?!" Oh - right. That's why.

[@bigben4380]

When I discovered Tim I started learning his songs like crazy, and in one month I had improved four times as much as I would in half a year. I have built my speed, hybrid picking, and harmonic skills through the roof. I hope he continues to do the same for others.

[@anindyarajbaruah4353]

True his songs are challenging and improve guitar skills

[@keeshuitink368]

Big same

[@amonronin8759]

When i discovered him i relized how bad i really sucked...lol

[@casey6573]

I just did the same over quarantine with Chon, and here I am doing it with Tim lmao

[@mats5217]

Im trying to improve my hypmbrid picking and tappings

[@lukasblenk3684]

00:00 1. polyphia - 40oz 01:02 2. polyphia - rich kids 01:46 3. polyphia - nightmare 02:20 4. unreleased 02:45 5. polyphia - o.d. 03:13 6. polyphia - saucy 03:33 7. polyphia - the worst 04:04 8. unreleased 04:31 9. jdsc 05:04 10. polyphia - g.o.a.t.

[@christianek.963]

Sank uuuuu

[@ly_775]

Bruh all I wanted was the unreleased one :(

[@plsnoidc1552]

the unreleased ones are the best

[@ly_775]

@@AriesLR_ I meant both my bad

[@ly_775]

@@plsnoidc1552 agreed

[@alexreisner6725]

Make a whole song out of the shred collab, it was such a great riff it deserves a whole song

[@xTheWeissBrot]

fo real!!!

[@TheKrou]

I better hear that riff on the new album

[@mjutn]

its the intro to 40oz lol

[@ShroudedPhoenix]

@@mjutn pretty sure they are talking about the JDSC one (Jared Dines’ Shred Collab) its the one before G.O.A.T. He made that riff for the collab and it isn't in a song so ppl have been asking for it

[@mjutn]

@@ShroudedPhoenix oh yeah that riff is indeed sick af and would be nice as a fleshed out song

[@LanPot666]

Tim brought sexy back to the guitar world. His riffs, his flow and delivery. Its inspiring.

[@Cheddar_Wizard]

Guitar has always been sexy you bozo

[@markopolo2224]

i love that you stick to the standard tuning

[@thepoweroftheweed2215]

Ichika Nito be like: I'm sorry, is this a peasant joke I'm too rich to understand?

[@wilsonminogue8282]

I think out of every song they’ve made only two are in drop d

[@lbarnesmusic]

@@wilsonminogue8282 funnily enough, most of the ones you’d think are in standard are actually in drop d. I think the ones in this video aren’t tho

[@poyam615]

So true.

[@JamieBeardslee]

everything from renaissance was in drop d, but they've been using e standard since (mostly)

[@bcl3341]

Imagine just being a musician and releasing some cool stuff only to find out in the comments that you've caused some men to reconsider their sexual orientation

[@thisperson2505]

Bek L 10/10 would smash

[@brenanf]

Lol honestly I’m just a lil bi but I’m hella bi for Tim

[@natemiller6873]

I’m straight, except for tim. Only tim, nobody else. Does this make me gay? Bisexual? I have no clue, but I would only be gay for one guy and it’s tim.

[@masterninja255]

Naw fam that mean you been thinking about it

[@wendel5868]

Nate Miller As Louis CK once said ‘Im only gay for the best’

[@TommyDoesMusic]

Can’t wait for the new album and everything else you do next decade

[@ItsQkaisen]

4:03 - "Playing God" damn, thats sick! Here we are with 2022 haha

[@chrish1349]

happy 2020 mr henson. i cannot wait to see what is in store for the next year.

[@rossocorsa6577]

chris h mrs*

[@chrish1349]

@@rossocorsa6577 you fool. you absolute buffoon

[@piesca]

Tour only

[@mikaelmonten3786]

@@chrish1349 you goon. You absolute oaf

[@chrish1349]

@@mikaelmonten3786 oh you mongrel. you genuine cretin

[@justech]

The JD shred collab is definitely my favorite. I remember when I first watched the entire collaboration video and was like "shred...shred...shred...shred...shred...WHOA, what the hell is THAT?!". Through that video, I found Polyphia, which opened up so many musical doors and artists I hadn't been aware of before.

[@MD-yd8lh]

same

[@Zanooz]

I'm still ready to riot.

[@Bahlegduh]

Amazing technical ability, innovative riffs in your own style and the best clean tone I’ve ever heard. Excited to see the next decade of Tim and Polyphia!

[@bazibada]

That acoustic riff at 4:04 is totally insane ! It's like Paco De Lucia meeting trap. You music is already amazing, please bring more of that and you'll probably break everything.

[@_kokos_]

holy fucking shit this man has been predicting history

[@SpookyStorkRunningWild]

4:04 riff is #1 for me, holy shit dude. i listened to that about thirty times when i found it. o i just watched the rest of the video and your shred collab part is #2, with goat being #1 and that’s okay too lmao

[@monocyte2210]

Which song is that man?

[@SpookyStorkRunningWild]

it’s the teaser for album 4 that they released early in december

[@markopolo2224]

the shred collab one was so

[@giulianogotodemello9823]

It's like Al di Meola from the hood. So spanish and so groovy

[@MaXaNoMaLoUs]

4:33 for me, holy crap. It’s not just chops, it’s character, personality... and yes chops lol. I’m just so used to players with this ability to be playing some type of metal. This dude is ready to battle Tosin

[@manicseacucumbers4194]

Well, you know what they say. “Straight as a metal pole? Sorry to break it to ya but even metal bends if it’s hot enough”

[@S1LVERflyin]

Factory settings 😎

[@mihailwarsavski8849]

Cringe

[@Sora-o]

Cringe

[@Barbro247]

Shut up feminised beta male.

[@Denariusjay]

Simp

[@w-j-p1995]

So many words to describe Tim's playing. But clean, precise, beautiful, and innovative are the ones I would use most. This dude is technically superior to almost all of the guitarists I (we) listen to, and does it with skill, feel, and a quiet calmness all at the same time. Discovered him through the shred collab and he is outright the sickest guitarist I've ever seen.

[@chrisvalenzuela7911]

@Old Gregg definitely. A true innovator.

[@kyle8575]

Check out Chon

[@w-j-p1995]

@Old Gregg sorry I never got these notifications... I have to admit, I may have been overstating his caliber, I've just got a super man crush on him and his skills 😂 definitely agree on the innovation though, that's for sure his biggest credibility, never afraid to try something new or be different, something the guitar works desperately needs!

[@friendlyplayer92]

Not disagreeing but check the guy who covered the whole 2019 shred collab in 4 days by ear. Jared dines just made a video of him

[@w-j-p1995]

@@friendlyplayer92 Watched it already, absolute insanity! But, we must also appreciate the difference between innovation and the technical ability, thats what i feel is the biggest difference for Tim and Ichika and co, they push boundaries!

[@alex.ann_der]

His hands looks like spiders when running, and sounds so futuristic. This dude is ultra fucking talented

[@chegevara8896]

This dude is modern genius!

[@THBbon]

The GOAT

[@Konfide4043]

Gabriel, was just thinking that while watching Geebs do a reaction of Playing God

[@SevenGC89]

Dude, I absolutely love the blue 8 string you use in "Look but don't Touch", it's so beautiful. I've always wanted to try to play an 8 string, Been playing a 6 for since I was 10, so 21 years now. Guitar has been my saving grace. I've undergone 3 kidney transplants and a liver transplant in my life from shit I was born with and playing guitar has been one of the very few things that have been able to pull me out of and keep me out of very deep and dark depressions. One day I hope to be able to pick one up similar to that one. You're such an inspirational and innovative player dude, I love listening to the crazy runs you come up with. Much love bro.

[@saidhruv7018]

Don't mean to be a dick but damn you must be rich. Massive respect tho that takes a lot of strength

[@hahahahahahahhaa6430]

0:00 - 40oz 1:02 - rich kids 1:46 - nightmare 2:20 - unreleased 2:44 - O.D 3:13 - saucy 3:33 - the worst 4:03 - playing god 4:32 - shred collab 5:06 - goat

[@marcelisashley]

Obrigado

[@JJ-iw4vi]

The second unreleased one is so f*cking good

[@krazykiko5780]

@@JJ-iw4vi well it’s part of their new album coming soon, so excited for that!

[@hfl_]

@@krazykiko5780 WHEN IS IT COMING OUT

[@krazykiko5780]

@@hfl_ We don't know but they teased it almost a year ago, I think they're just finishing it up rn. Probably before the year ends or early 2021, but idk

[@kennethyee5161]

My list for worst riffs: 1. The Worst

[@RVGamer]

lol

[@getuliotecchio9365]

number 2: bad

[@logankerley6224]

Number 3: Not Good

[@darthvader8804]

4. Right out

[@jakespicer6041]

Number 5: nasty

[@_death_3047]

I’ve been straight my whole life, but Tim a snack.

[@3lackondabeat709]

😂😂😂

[@kenoii4449]

*lmao*

[@shyskater4life]

Haaaahahahaha

[@kevinkaol3681]

Well,,,, you are no longer straight

[@armorgiraffe]

Indeed he is, im straight but can appreciate a cuteboi when I see one

[@roberthvalenzuela546]

There's no words that can describe how much I love you and the way you play man.

[@yonikup2865]

Ironically, the bass player is wearing an "And justice for all" shirt 😂

[@TheMrwarior]

His name is Clay Gober

[@J4keJ]

Emm GB Glay Cober

[@nickytheyahoo_]

What’s ironic about it ? Literally just wondering?

[@yonikup2865]

@@nickytheyahoo_ that album has no bass sound in it's mix

[@nickytheyahoo_]

Copy that !

[@kotorusrylek5647]

God the drummer is so clean sounding.

[@prasadsatpute1294]

What do you expect when Jesus himself takes up the sticks 🤣 He is Clay Aeschliman, and I would highly suggest to listen to his playthroughs on Meinl's Channel

[@assketchumyo]

Bro. My man straight summons unicorns through his guitar. Unreal playing man

[@zeon951]

As a 25 year old mediocre guitar player who regularly dreams of being as good as you Tim, I just wanna say thank you for being such an inspiration! much love from Ontario

[@Moodster93]

watched this more than once in a row and still open jaw. your style is something exceptional.

[@Clearbluetropical]

The first is my fav Tim Henson video of all time, this right here shows how he can play live just as well as he can record, literally the same take... I can’t tell a diff

[@dirtydan9904]

Jacob Sundeen I saw them live last month and I can confirm that they sound almost exactly the same live

[@dr.laphroaig1138]

Extremely inventive. I get the same feeling while watching Tim Henson that I got when I saw Eddie Van Halen or Steve Vai for the first time. These are artists that change the the way we play and listen to guitar. I've played professionally for 26 years and a lot of Tim's techniques are new to me. Well done, sir!

[@DeltaRadical]

The unreleased from 2:30 please relase the whole song it is amazing

[@andstriker]

New album song pretty sure. Shouldn't be too far away

[@drftr6073]

Yeah it's a track from the new album

[@saritha55]

Actually, isn't the new track at 4:04?

[@alexv0714]

@@saritha55 they both are unreleased, likely both on the new album

[@saritha55]

@@alexv0714 my bad, could've sworn I heard something very similar in the new album

[@xsquall19x]

Tim is not something u see every now and then. I mean it. I'm fucking 31,Been playing guitar since I was 12, I've listened to hundreds of guitar players over the years... Tim is like Ronaldo or Messi, a genius of once in every few generations... So unique and creative.

[@NormalGrump]

Ichika and Tim are thes Messis and Ronaldos of the guitar world

[@michaelcorcoran3942]

@@NormalGrump Tim seems better due to song creation which is very very important.

[@NormalGrump]

Michael Corcoran idk I like both, ichika songs to be harder difficulty for me

[@michaelcorcoran3942]

@@NormalGrump That might be so but that doesn't matter. When I was younger (not sure if you are young or not) I confused difficulty with song quality. Song quality is what is most important. If you want difficulty play like 8 notes per beat string skip 300bpm. No one cares. But ichika seems great too

[@NormalGrump]

@@michaelcorcoran3942 I'm 17, so I'm only been playing for like 3 years, and both tim and Ichika have songs that actually require skill and sound nice, im just saying goat is easier for me than I miss you

[@Twrecks2023]

Taking me 2 months to get like the first 4 measures of GOAT lol

[@patrickgibsonmusic]

I've been going for about 4 months and nearly completely got it down. I've also got the NLND tab book, so I've been learning Yas too, which is a LOT easier now

[@violet0382]

Same!!!!!!

[@griffinstrickland4915]

Word of advice if you’re not already doing this, try playing it a lot slower then gradually start to speed it up. Only mind this comment if you’re not already doing this

[@qhajajsshsks6107]

It's 2 difficult especially for the harmonics

[@manboyy5347]

T Foltz it’s really not that hard compared to other Polyphia riffs

[@joshuakatz2499]

Keep practicing dude. You’re sounding pretty good and i can see you have some potential!! Whatever you do, don’t give up!!

[@Moooonieee]

Love you mate! You continue to inspire

[@spacetaco048]

I'm so glad I found your channel through the biggest collab number 3

[@Mr.Goldbar]

You should definitely listen to his band Polyphia if you like Tim's playing :)

[@spacetaco048]

@@Mr.Goldbar oh o.k

[@ishaangupta4133]

Cant wait for the 20's and all of your music that comes with it

[@theemptybox8343]

You have to release number 4 eventually! Holy it sounds so beautiful! 👍🏼

[@r4vis]

i just found out about Tim when the shred colab came out on Dec 25... Im amazed... instant fan \m/ btw.i just fkn love the phrasing on jsdc

[@adamjordan8486]

Your style and sound is so original. Your band is always innovative.

[@mistercleantm5667]

Like the dark souls of guitar playing

[@_caustics_]

Conquerer of adversity

[@Goatboii]

Literally commented almost the exact same thing on the o.d riff

[@haaria83]

Man I’m so glad i found this band and to be honest ive been needing this sound for years and his fusion of so many genres of music is absolutely phenomenal

[@jackjurphy5020]

This is the best guitarist of all time and it isn’t even close. Ty sir

[@Dessert_x_Tat]

LOVE THE TITLE! Tim is already DA LEGEND and he bloody knows is it! :)

[@aki22376]

Let's be honest here, no one can help but come back to this video again and again just to listen the unreleased ones. Damn i love the second unreleased one

[@spongmoid842]

released!

[@oliverhouston6096]

@@spongmoid842 not #4

[@patriciacarpenter9398]

Young man I just found about you while watching a music teacher trying his best to explain your style of "guitarship". It was the song G.O.A.T. You are incredible sir! Your playing style is off the charts. You have another new fan in the crowd. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. 😊😍😘

[@erikmclennan3934]

Finale has to be one of the best ever riffs. Happy new year bro, thanks for all the musics

[@rasersharp9744]

Dude, you are a legend, the next generation of Hendrix, Vai and Satriani in one. Ever thought of playing a classical guitar sometimes too, I feel some of the clean tones and harmonics would transfer nicely over to that and sound dope

[@davidhylton7528]

Super impressive decade! Take care of yourself and live like 5 more decades!!

[@vie01]

I wish I had discovered Tim sooner. I started playing guitar since I was in 6th grade and most of the songs I played were just pop songs, literally strumming the chords all over. After years not touching my guitar, I am now learning his riffs as a college junior. I don't have much time playing since there are tons of things to focus on, that's why I wish I had known him sooner. Thanks the w6rst, you're the best lol

[@LemonHDfilms1337]

Genuinely one of the most talented individuals I've ever seen in my life. Coming across this guy was a blessing indeed

[@cptbeto]

Shred collab brought me here and I ain't leaving. You sir are freaking awesome.

[@jameslesperance1]

Looks like hes playing a rubik's cube

[@bikashth8539]

Rubik's cube is actually easier than playing like him.

[@Yakuo]

I can feel the emotion in your guitar, Tim - It's almost as if it's singing to me. Namaste and thank you for playing!

[@zackhalilovic4753]

This guy is going to usher in a new era of playing.

[@jam3152]

Zack Halilovic LoL how

[@joshlyons5652]

Not many can play like that

[@chrisvalenzuela7911]

He already has. Lots of people trying to be Polyphia now.

[@redhachedda3283]

the unreleased one is just so amazing ! can't wait to hear the final version :D

[@fndrkFanClub]

The Prophecy is fullfilled: After the age of VAI, a son of the future will come. He will defy genres and genders. He will fear neither odd meters nor complexity. He will be the master of all techniques and the bearer of the 33rd harmonic... and He will show man to the secret ways of the guitar, for He is burdened with contempt for the old world.

[@aurelioadamejriii4174]

.....and he shall save music for all humanity, and thru the fire his disciples will rise!

[@fndrkFanClub]

Amen!

[@richardfeynman9341]

I called his genre the Asian genre..lol, Tim, Ichika, Asato etc..Idk why tho. They are all from East, West, South but all they have in common is Asian hahaha/

[@wingnutmcspazatron3957]

Thirty Thirth

[@NeilDjents]

Dam lmao

[@martinovittori3585]

Amazing Tim, amazing. You're so talented and such an original guitarist. So young and so ahead. GJ

[@marcelopescuma]

Those songs sound like “Little wing” on 2020 steroids. Amazing melody and skill

[@davidseifferleinfilm]

This is exactly what I was thinking lol, Joni Hendrix/ Santana but better and of our generation

[@SwingCritic141]

This should never be compared to music, which Little Wing is

[@jam3152]

davidseifferleinfilm def not better lol

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

who is joni hendrix?

[@GenZ_Guitarist]

@@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power Joni Joni, Hendrix papa

[@AspenTruth]

F**king brilliant. Thank You for bringing this level of artistry back.

[@kurthessian2]

Ugh, they’re all incredible haha. And Blood Moon wasn’t even out when this video was made haha.

[@thatoneguywhomainszofia.2846]

Ikr

[@chelfyn]

Been playing guitar over 30 years, and discovering Tim has completely changed my view on what's possible. More motivated to practice and create than ever before.

[@painsenpai01]

The shred for Jared's video should be a full song that play was smooth as butter 🖒

[@kikahatampos4491]

My favorite lesbian lol

[@doubletaco]

really nice to hear #8 finally released! fits amazing with the melody he came up with on the omnichord, a fantastic place to use the unreleased riff

[@Mr556x45mm]

Still can't believe that Tim has had the riff to Playing God in the holster for at least 3 years before putting it out. He's probably got dozens if not hundreds of unreleased projects that would melt our brains. Like, the guitar version of Mac Miller.

[@METEORAMPS]

Great sound dude! I´m a custom tube amp bulider in Spain and I´m now listening a lot of bands with 8 string guitars for my research on my new builds. Great job.

[@boraaltinok9876]

3:35 the most exotic riff i have ever heard

[@nqvy_4546]

Have you... Listened to goat?

[@redstone-kg3ne]

@@nqvy_4546 Is that by Tim Henson? I havent heard of it

[@rew6184]

@@redstone-kg3ne tim henson is a guitarist in the band polyphia, which made goat :) he hasnt yet released any solo music apart from whats on this youtube channel

[@Yakuo]

You are so talented Tim! Thank you for playing! Your music inspires others to be their very best. 🙏🌀😇

[@GumboRyan]

3:33 is just so flowy. Fantastic.

[@gabrielis.ro18]

waiting for 4 to be released. it sounds amazing!!!!!!!

[@future_phonk]

@4:04 finally released!

[@krisduncan3681]

Awesome stuff man, keep up the great work!

[@0Enigmatic0]

Number 4 is fucking sick, it sounds like something out of Majora's Mask. Can't wait to see it become a full song

[@prestongoulet4348]

Also, these are my 10 favorite riffs of all time. Must be a coincidence. Side note, thank you Tim for pushing guitar to the next level. I can't wait to see you in the rock & roll hall of fame because you deserve that recognition and much more.

[@henturio1]

Each and every riff on here is so sick, I just wish the volume between all the clips was evened out a bit

[@swagmire5932]

Everything you do is AESTHETIC

[@bharatipatowary3654]

4:04 new album, or we riot. Nuff said.

[@warrenrogers6361]

Confirmed

[@TrentonF505]

I've been using this as a repeat button lol. Its so sick that he's able to make nylon sound fresh and modern.

[@Incon_clusive]

I thoroughly enjoyed your storm and symmetry riff those 2 were sooo good

[@DTUArandom]

"Give me anything, and I'll write something insanely complicated, but insanely beautiful over it."

[@someonesomewhere6774]

That was smooth like Butter!

[@deluxairhead]

My god guitar solos aren't a thing of the past their a thing of the future in those hands, awesome Tim beautiful work, I'd love to see you play a slow melodic groove that would be great to see..... Cheers W

[@spaceboy3000]

OK I've watched this video like 20 times and I'm in no danger of stopping.

[@Whopper222]

I’m back 2 years later now that Playing God (the second unreleased riff) was released 😂

[@JDsgreatz28]

There has only been of small handful of people that are this talented, original and bring unique techniques to guitar playing. It's awesome to still see new guitar playing that can blow my mind after all this time.

[@chegevara8896]

TIM HENSON BEST RIFFMAKER IN HISTORY OF MUSIC, HANDS DOWN

[@stevenortega9332]

Your music is amazing dude! keep going!

[@iFaezy]

The lick playing at 3:52 is my favorite one of this mashup

[@GRNDZRO13]

Keep killin it Tim, I love hearing you and the rest of the band kill it

[@Kurtiswayne91]

Tim Henson slowly turning metal heads soft and we’re all okay with it 😂

[@dontblameswastik]

Haapy 400k my guyyyy

[@TheManWithTheFryingPan]

I love how when he's playing saucy, it really looks like he has to focus more than he usually does

[@egj1975]

Where did this come from.... this is so stunning in everyway. I have been playing guitar for 25 years.... and this is mindblowing to me. I have to expand my style... like ALOT

[@crywhale4308]

Tim handsome

[@LordBete]

You should do a single of your clean stuff, the riffs you make with a clean tone are incredible

[@AfterEightShave]

There’s a not a lot of guitarists who have that good of an ear for catchy hooks and melodies while also being a shred god. I wonder what his and Scott’s legacy will be like in like 20 years time...

[@ChristopherMundahl]

the riff starting at 4:05 is so beautiful. love it

[@cows6192]

Anyone saw "playing god" yet? ya. He IS playing god.

[@Ramon-gg3bd]

A whole other level of shred and taste. I cannot imagine ever coming up with such music, it's absolutely unique.