Tribute to Eddie Van Halen - Doyle Dykes

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[@michaelferreri1256]

I love Eddie Van Halen's work. But watching Doyle right now reaffirm's my belief that there isn't a "best" or "greatest" guitarist. Just many men and women who can bring us great unique and original enjoyment from this musical instrument and we can all be grateful for that.

[@FlightData101]

Well said!

[@mojodojo5533]

I'm one of those who think Eddie was the greatest, but after reading your comment I think I have a new way of looking at things. Thanks.

[@jimsimpson3334]

I’m cool with that !

[@ronjames6128]

Michael Ferreri....that is the honest to goodness truth!!!!

[@steveeolio]

yes brother ..im a 68 year old guitarist that started at twelve..ive seen many many many gr8 players who have blessed my ears with amazing talent... how can one choose between an orange or an apple being the grtest fruit?\

[@youshouldread]

For anyone not familiar with Doyle's talent. He is one of the top guitarist around. And his love for the Lord is who he gives the glory to. Shalom

[@rioace3953]

The whole band

[@PaerryMasongs]

Amen! 🙏\❤️ I’m now listening to this song for the second time today & crying even more this once... This song’s message is... ...too large to handle for a man when You start to go deeper into it. Amazing (grace!)!

[@Pactolus240]

Just flat amazing. I discovered a thumb pick a few years ago. Now I play bluegrass standards finger style.

[@cdog9559]

@@Pactolus240 i agree ! Amazing

[@thereisnopandemic]

Our Lord and Only savior no other name but Χριστός Ίησους

[@robcarter6599]

You have a new fan, brother! I have a masters in music education and have been teaching elementary students for 32 years. I’m a multi-instrumentalist, a composer, and a song writer. Of all things, Eddie’s keyboard playing made me want to become a musician. Lately, my passion is playing hymns on classical guitar. I really get what you are doing and am absolutely blown away! You’ve honored Eddie and you’ve honored the Lord. And you’ve blessed me! Thank you.

[@beachcomber4141]

One of the best tributes to EVH I have seen. The right hand harmonics is fitting for him.

[@alagogo]

Beautiful rendition, but I must ask myself one question, why am I crying. Eddie Van Halen RIP

[@PaerryMasongs]

The universal force behind the song is making those tears flow. This song made me cry to, but I wasn’t that surprised by it. This song has caused my tears to fill up many times before. 😻👍

[@garytrail360]

Amen! Brother!!

[@Cryptosifu]

We’re human.

[@500erider]

Me too. Still hurts.

[@Rust-Trap-Ranch]

Eddie was absolutely correct Doyle

[@birdmansclambake]

That is the sickest right hand 🖐️ exhibition I’ve ever seen. Flamenco 💃 string rakes. Right hand fingernail harmonics. I mean they do not make better guitarists than Mr Doyle Dykes. Total. Top. Tier. 10/10

[@hivolt1953]

Chet raved about Doyle's right hand technique.

[@SeanHallGuitar]

Beautifull! we used to watch you at fret house, it was truly inspiring! You still are! Thank You

[@chadmashburn1248]

There are a lot of talented musicians but when they are this humble and honest, it makes them even better. This man definitely has the spirit of the Lord in him, it resonates out of him as he talks.

[@jamieseiple]

true

[@justinyancey9186]

Wholeheartedly agree.

[@richardbarrick1492]

His style, the technique 😮is simply something that has my face and mouth agape with awe!

[@rick3747]

Thank you. We are lucky to have been alive during Edward's lifetime.

[@ibtm]

You are absolutely a living legend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rock On!!!!!!!!

[@BillyE5150]

Wow! I see what Eddie meant, man...you are in the stratosphere with your guitar playing! Great stories, too. Thank you for sharing that...it made my day. You are one of there rare few people who ever gave him a guitar pick of your own...that is so cool. Plus, that thing he said to you....incredible. Reminded me of reading what people would say about the way Robert Johnson played, “not like a guitar”...more like a piano...plus a harp, in your case. That’s what I was thinking.

[@SweetTforE]

Simply one of the best.

[@JohnWilliamsTheBeardedWelshman]

Beautiful tribute. Beautiful song. Eddie Van Halen was one of a kind.

[@MatthewDavidMontgomery]

I can only hope that Eddie came to know Jesus as his savior. Beautiful tribute to a wonderful artist.

[@stevestringer7351]

I have thought the same thing. I pray he did.

[@rick3747]

Trust me, Edward did know Jesus Christ.

[@GrumpleSenior]

Absolutely beautiful. I was gutted to hear of Eddie’s passing, he was a childhood hero and although it’s overused, he did change the face of music. No one sounded like VH, none (especially in the 70’s) played, had a sound or had melded those rhythmic elements to rock. I may be a thumb picker now but Eddie is still there at the beginning of my journey. Beautiful tribute Sir.

[@shred5]

What EVH did for guitar was more than anyone else other than Jimi Hendrix - and even that one is debatable. When I was a kid, Eddie Van Halen was basically a real life superhero.

[@cgavin1]

@@shred5 Him and Randy Rhoads (who, kinda like Hendrix, never really had enough time to show us what they really had planned) stood out to me from that 70's-80's transition (and the death of guitar music in the coming decade or so). Were there better musicians/composers/more influential guys? Sure. But those two were technically astonishing and genuinely changed music for sure.

[@markduckworth9470]

well put! I'm 60 and Eddie was my inspiration.

[@jacobflores8666]

@@cgavin1 "the death of guitar music in the coming decade or so" what does that even mean? I assure you that guitar music never died, it just changed faces and sound.

[@naes6843]

Doyle, having finally accepted MY LORD & JESUS CHRIST into my 76 year old body I can’t help but seeing how GOD has blessed us all with clearly the very best guitarist ever. Thanks for sharing. Dave in Phoenix Arizona USA

[@philsalinas7137]

Mind blown. What a phenomenal musician

[@annettew.4134]

Watching from Spring Tx, 🎵 then ... sings ... my ... soul... 🎶 💜 🙏

[@johnn7776]

My father used to sing that hymn in church. I think he learned it when he lived in Canada during the late 1950s. What a great tribute to one master from another.

[@lioneltak]

Nothing like when the giftee uses the gift to testify of how great the Giver is. Got to meet Brother Dykes once and strikes me as a genuine man of God.

[@FloridaManRacer]

I can see what Eddie would have admired in your playing style. There's a precision and a finesse that is required to play this type of guitar without mistakes. There's no effect to mask a slight error. So to use the right hand as you do is much the same thing Eddie did, just in a different genre of the instrument. It's a deeper knowledge of the instrument that goes way beyond a basic understanding of the fretboard.

[@stevenjones6780]

Yes very orchestral, and heartfelt...best of all.

[@terrygreer2992]

Beautiful Doyle, How Great is He, Amen!

[@tonyprophet8257]

Thumb pickers of the world, watch and learn. This is a master.

[@BuickSkylark-sz9wv]

Doyle I love your playing and I love your stories. Seeing you in Big Sandy a couple of years ago with wild man guitar tech extraordinaire, Kelly Barber, was a highlight. Neat story about Eddie, reminds my of the story of you playing in front of Allen Collins and Ronnie Van Zandt. The coolest part of your stories is that you weave honor to God Almighty into them. May God be praised!

[@ChadRevels]

Hello brother Doyle. He definitely changed rock n roll.

[@lindawoody8501]

Outstanding tribute to the late Mr. Van Halen. Beautifully and sensitively played with perfect music. I am sure the late Mr. Van Halen's family appreciates this wonderful tribute and anecdotal story. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelmcinnis911]

Beautiful, thank you and God bless YOU, Doyle! (And - with your playing style - I can't believe the top of that guitar hasn't been shredded to pieces!)

[@kane00000]

I love how you tell the story first instead of just shredding. You are a great person Doyle.

[@horde5151]

And I thought I was done crying. That was beautiful, Doyle.

[@MrGlibguy]

I met Doyle and his wonderful kids at CAAS Convention back in 1992 for the first time and spent quite a bit of time with he, and my good friends Jonathan Burchfield and the late great Tommy Jones. Some of the nicest folks you'll ever meet and Doyle, Jonathan, and Tommy were three of the finest fingerstyle players in the world. Have stayed in touch with Doyle off and on throughout the years and now have the great luck for being in Fort Wayne and seeing him come to Sweetwater Music on a regular basis. Love what you do and what you stand for Brother Doyle. I'm a very lucky person for having met you and been inspired by your music and inspired by music you have written for others. - GB

[@michaellnbnj]

Big Edward Van Halen fan (and guitar player) here. I was browsing KZbin for EVH tributes and this video popped up in the feed. Was hesitant to click on it, but felt like I should. Glad I did! Doyle, I never heard of you, but I know you now! That was a heartfelt, gorgeous & epic version of "How Great Thou Art" in honor of Ed. I totally connected with it. I'd like to think EVH would have also. Might have been the best tribute I've watched all week on KZbin. New fan & subscriber. GOD Bless you.

[@zackvanhalen]

There aren't too many players capable of playing this piece. I would put you in the same category as Tommy Emmanuel.

[@Bobby007D]

@runs with sharpobjects Or Phil deGruy !

[@petertiffany8096]

Agree with all these comments. It is really interesting with instruments that when a good player plays, they sound like themselves. Doesn't matter much (if at all) what they are playing on. Love Tommy Emmanuel, seen him in concert many times, played with him at a clinic once. Doyle plays the guitar cleaner and less hard than Tommy. He is more like Chet (another guitar hero of mine). God Bless everyone out there!

[@Jamestele1]

I agree. For example, I could Not play that, even if I had the sheet music and a lesson from Doyle Dykes!

[@MrRosie182]

Easy now! lol

[@knowmusicman157]

TE couldn’t touch DD’s skills

[@johnfritts1007]

Doyle you are awesome your style shines through keep playing from the heart GOD BLESS

[@robertbeasley5595]

That was so awesome of doyle to share that story and play that beautiful price in honor of eddie...doyle is one of the best players on the planet...awesome talent!!!

[@raymondvaughan6262]

Fine tribute to Eddie from a fine player thanks Doyle rip Eddie 👍

[@MicheleGioiello]

Thank you for that story and for your superb playing of that beautiful song! RIP EVH. God bless you, Doyle.

[@rickbrosseau1162]

God Bless you Doyle, from one Guitarist to another. I have earned my living playing the guitar and have grown to love it more and more. I literally grew up playing the guitar at age 4 and now at age 68 i love the guitar EVEN MORE THAN EVER. Praise the Lord.

[@patricklundquist9869]

Nicely played. Really nice. And your son is totally right. Eddie rocked our World.

[@rickbrosseau1162]

Doyle, thankyou for representing Christians in you humble, wonderful way.

[@JGCSRT]

Every time I think I’m getting even the slightest bit “okay” at guitar I see someone like this 😕

[@gregmiller7123]

I got a T-shirt recently that says "I play the guitar because I enjoy it...not because I am good at it!" After playing for 52 years I know that I will never have the talent of the great players like Doyle, Eddie, Dan Fogelberg, etc. but it brings me pleasure and I am still trying to get better. In my 50's I battled cancer for two years and sometimes just picking up my guitar and playing a little helped me get through the chemo and surgeries. Reading the comments about who is the best is so mind numbing....every one brings something to the table....so why not sit back and enjoy it!

[@Dtruthseek]

@@gregmiller7123 Thank you for your comment, Mr. Miller. You make a good point that helps me accept my limitations.

[@soofitnsexy]

well....doyle may be one of the top 3 or 4 players ever to pick up a guitar!!.I am deeply Humbled...But I also Have Great Perspective!!!

[@dskim5848]

Aw! A beautiful rendition by the master for another master EVH.

[@everythingbobbywolfe]

Breaks my heart to find channels like this with under 10k subs and see all these other crap channels with 100s of thousands. What a shame. You're a wonderful player and I'm glad I found your channel!

[@bovrbey]

Show off, hehe, just kidding.... very beautiful and excellent choice, glad Eddie got to hear it, you never know what The Lord might use to touch someone. Good to see something fresh from you and I hope you and your fam are doing good. I was fortunate to see you some back in the 70's when you were playing the church circuit down in Florida with Aubrey. And we sure miss your gigs you used to play at Craig's in Weatherford Tx. Keep up the good work brother. Bo

[@t-bone3657]

Saw him perform last week at one of his friends new guitar store in St Petersburg. Had front row seats with my wife and were amazed. A true entertainer and a true man of God.

[@craftsman3361]

Wow Doyle the best and anointed I felt this mr Stevens from KY

[@anthonycashero7605]

Love that man. God bless our guitar family.

[@bobbyrevell]

What a fantastic story and Beautiful playing. Thanks

[@antonsavin72]

Thank you, Doyle! God bless you! Thank you for playing from the heart!

[@wallyrossow3141]

Wow, that was the most amazing redition of an already beautiful song. Thank you for posting your tribute. When are you coming back to SW FL for a visit. Take care, your friend always, Vladimir from Ucle Wally’s Guitar Shop in Englewood, FL😎

[@dylanbrockguitar]

Love your arrangement of How Great Thou Art!! It's the best I've ever heard!!

[@poonstangable]

Has it really been 3 years since Eddie passed? God Bless you Mr. Dykes and they sure must be having a blast up there!

[@jeffreysimmons1084]

You make the Guild sing man, just beautiful

[@miscchan0001]

Imagine that...my current guitar idol talking about my former guitar idol. Thank you Doyle for recognizing Eddie Van Halen.

[@donnamezzatesta3523]

That was an amazing tribute Doyle! RIP Eddie. 🎸🎼❤️🙏

[@JimmyRadloff]

That was great Doyle! I saw you and your two lovely daughters perform at Heritage Square in downtown Flagstaff years ago. You were a Taylor man then and I distinctly remember you all playing the song When You Say Nothing At All, as I learned to play the song after that the way that you all played it. Still one of my favorite guitarists. Thank you sir.

[@drdylanman]

Shame on you who gave a thumbs down. This was a truly wonderful piece, and a respectful tribute to Eddie!

[@ernestayala8897]

Your story and your playing , absolutely incredible. I am literally crying . So beautiful.

[@amandabrieno3487]

God Bless you beautiful song

[@Bmorrissinging]

I listen to his music when I was a teen. I still do. Great tribute! You’re right up there. I’d say you and Billy strings are probably two of the best. Thanks for the video.

[@jeremyhill1973]

How in ever loving heck have I only just now heard of you?!? I am amazed by your playing!

[@ingonowack3839]

God bless you too, Doyle and thank you very much for this mindblowing Performance 👍🏻🤩🤗!

[@hankfromSPiN]

Great Tribute to Eddie. He is the reason I play music. I played how great thou art in church on an organ when I used to substitute. Your version is majestic and powerful. You are so good at those harmonics. Looks effortless. Insane. Great stuff.

[@randyenfinger4441]

You are definitely one of the All Time Greats,Doyle!! That's Awesome,I was a Van Halen fan in the 1980's when I saw you twice at the Pace Assembly of God Church,in Pace,Florida. Still have 3 Albums (Vinyl),of yours when Steve Wariner was your bassist! 😁 I do believe you will be playing your Gold Guitar in Heaven!!! 🙏🙏🌝 You and your family are in my prayers,please keep me in yours! 🙏 I always enjoy hearing you play! 🙂

[@longgrayline8055]

When your great peers are in awe of your abilities, it truly says something. Those shooting stars are rare. Eddie had it. Judy Garland was another from past generations. Her peers in Hollywood had no words for her talent and voice. It’s shocking and sad when those stars move on.

[@normanperkel139]

Love the harmonics ala Lenny Breau there. Gorgeous tone and phrasing too.. wow!

[@kevinscally6483]

Stellar tribute.. Perfect Song

[@marksc1929]

..that was great Doyle ..we loved EVH....also enjoyed meeting you a few years back ....cheers

[@jamieseiple]

I've been in the music business for 50 years and Doyle, you are one of the few that still amaze me every time. 😲

[@MrAcmove]

Deeply moved ,graced and humbled! Thank You for your tremendous skill and generosity with this piece.

[@bach5150]

love the brent mason right hand harmonics... such a cool technique...

[@richardsegura8117]

If you close yours eyes and listen, it sounds like an orchestra…….great pick’n Mr.D 😎👍

[@edbartek6550]

Man you play so clean & clear, like a piano. Guess I'll keep practicing and aspiring so long as you stay inspiring, beautiful.

[@mikea4015]

Being a guitar player for over thirty years, and a huge Eddie Van Halen fan, I will say there are so many different musical paths you can choose to go down, but I must say that the path that Doyle chose requires a level of dedication and discipline that can’t be overestimated. That was absolutely amazing 🤯

[@KoenThomasOnDrums]

All musicians are like birds. Beautiful birds. And birds are musicians. And so on.

[@DNFADV]

Thank you. All those techniques. Wonderful Song.

[@billyharis9892]

Truly beautiful. Thank you.

[@sonjarohn-budreau4852]

Thanks for sharing. Eddie Van Halen is a legend and my favorite guitar player ever. RiP EVH! You are missed every day!

[@mariamarin8152]

Beautiful tribute!!, Congrast from the bottom of my heart! !! Thank you Eddie Van Halen I love you forever! !,

[@jrglock34]

God truly blessed you as he did EVH with great talent to play this beautiful instrument. 🎸

[@andrewwhite7188]

Doyle is not just an Amazing Player, but He is such a Thoughtful, Loyal, Gentleman for doing this for Eddie! Thank You Doyle!

[@martyc4906]

Beautiful tribute. How wonderful that God affirmed the gifts he gave you through EVH’s words.

[@rowdyhoo]

Beautiful. Loved Eddie's stuff too. Both of y’all are top-shelf.

[@fatfingerslim]

God bless you sir. Thank you for all that you are passing on. Truly beautiful.

[@giovannifarinacci4533]

Eddie's right, I never heard a player like this. Thank you Sir.

[@g2delena]

Thank you for sharing that moment. He was certainly a great musician and innovator.

[@no-ee]

Seasoned! Great hymn!

[@tomstclair961]

Mr. Dykes. Eddie was exactly right!! All I can say is wow!!! I've never heard anyone play a guitar like that either. Amazing! Truly amazing Sir.. . There are people that are talented and there are people that are geniuses .. After just witnessing.that performance. Id have to say your a talented genius...That was so awesome. Very heart felt performance. One of the greats to be honored with respect for many years to come I'm sure. Thank you very much!! 💡🙏✌😎🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mikeb7972]

Have I been living in a cave? Why have I not heard of this phenomenal guitarist before?

[@edgaralansmithee8638]

Check out his songs: Howling of the wood, the visitation, amazing grace, and battle in the valley of elah, just to name a few

[@covfefemaga9567]

Amazing tribute! Eddie was a genius with the guitar and revolutionized how electric guitars were produced. That was an amazing piece of work Doyle.

[@robertrockwell7581]

Thank you Doyle and R.I.P. Eddie.

[@andrewchurney8864]

Great story and greater playing!!

[@kurtweiand7086]

3 years late on seeing this Eddie & Doyle 2 of the most influential guitarist in my life. Hope to see both of them in heaven!

[@zampano00]

Powerful performance right here...

[@patrickrice8232]

Wow that made me cry so hard i loved him so. absolutely changed my life literally from the first time i heard the first album first real guitar 1962 melody maker

[@fasteddie4145]

got to see Doyle at a guitar workshop 25 years ago......unbelievable player....

[@Skypie61]

How Great Thou Art, Doyle. Very classy...🎼🎵🎶🎸

[@fastguitars4380]

Beautiful sentiment, tribute, and performance.