Who is Jake Kiszka? Get To Know the Guitarist of the Band Who Helped Save Rock 'N' Roll!

Live videos, interviews, photos and more of Jake Kiszka. Guitarist of Greta Van Fleet.
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[@tannernagrone]

i love how sam says " Jake would've done it with or without us" because it seems true. he's an amazing guitarist and would've made it either way.

[@bendobbing7015]

One thing that I love about Jake is that he always strives to improve, his improvised solos now are levels above the stuff he was doing 2-3 years ago

[@nancyjean3282]

I love how Josh always shows his appreciation for Jake’s solos.

[@SimsGirl4Ever]

Yup! I feel like they all give each other a chance to shine and that might not be the case if they weren’t brothers (plus Danny).

[@mouthshovel]

I feel like they are the dynamic duo of the group, I feel like I see them more together than any other combination of 2 band members, which is weird because you expect the twins to be the dynamic duo of the group.

[@nancyjean3282]

@@mouthshovel Josh and Jake are the twins.

[@mouthshovel]

@@nancyjean3282 I've since realized this fact, I wanted to delete this comment, but I couldn't find the video, luckily I got a notification from this.

[@ashleyhaycraft3752]

Their mom said when Josh is ready to do acting and film Jake will stop music and follow. And she was like "what? Why? Music is your passion." And Jake said "he gave up his passion so I could chase my dreams so I will do the same." Talk about my brother's keeper. The respect and love they all have for each other is amazing.

[@z.j.gordon5127]

MIGHTY JAKE KISZKA!!!!! I've been a Rocker since I was six years old... attending many many concerts from legends of Rock & Roll. This gives me the right to say that young musician Jacob Kiszka is huge! Greta Van Fleet is bringing back the Good Rock. Jake is one of the best Guitarist and performer. 🎸🎶✌

[@caitlinlayne22]

YES MA'AM!!! No doubt about it 😜

[@leeannk3052]

I'm slightly younger then them, and I grew up on all the rock greats. I kinda felt alone in my generation , but then I found them, and I found hope 😂

[@GuitarNTheCar]

What rock greats?

[@astreamofcolors]

@@GuitarNTheCar i grew up on zeppelin, pink floyd, cream, rush, hendrix, john denver, the doors, and many more. so maybe the same for her 🤷‍♀️

[@jackar9612]

They save Rock'n Roll for the young Millenium, have connections to legendary musicians and hype lots of other bands to attention, too!!! And they are getting generations of ladies and gents into enthusiasm!

[@caitlinlayne22]

I totally agree!! I couldn't have said it better myself!

[@BillizMuzic]

These guys are gonna be legends

[@mike8610]

Only non guitarists are impressed with guitar behind the head. That is no knock on Jake, he is a beast. I think my fav thing about his playing is how raw it is...minimal effects, utilizing his hands, humbuckers and amp to really get his sound...great stuff.

[@matthewhorizon6050]

Hes sloppy, just like Page. Listen to Jimmy's live stuff, its rather shitty. That said, Zep is my favorite rock band of all time. However, i dont listen to them anymore. As for these guys. Who gives a fuck 🤷‍♂️

[@mike8610]

@@matthewhorizon6050 hot take lol

[@mike8610]

@@matthewhorizon6050 mask in profile pick lol

[@endurofoxz9kixass22xwatchd6]

@@matthewhorizon6050 well it sounds like the sun done set on your Horizon so lock the door put out the lights eYe know u won't be home tonight switch off to never never land yeah-yeah yeah-yeah with you Fatthew self and ramble on with yo leaking brain to your stairway to }{€LL¥€A}{

[@Zerkclash]

People can hate all they want. Every band copies others that inspire them. They are just starting out, they’ll develop their sound.

[@espo6970]

Every band may take something with them that they like from other bands and incorporate it into their own style but not "copy" They dont have their own style

[@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer]

I'll save this comment and come back to you in a few years, see where we're at then.

[@Zerkclash]

@@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer its already been some time, their new album disproves everything the haters in this comment section had to say.

[@tail66]

@@Zerkclash they have a new album? Must be great 😄

[@Luke-zu4xg]

Other bands that last ..don't copy anyone that's what makes them last ... zeppelin lasted because they were original ... no one like Aerosmith or gnr or Pantera ...I can go on and on ... they're biters and should of found their sound before making it famous on someone else's accomplishments and style already established... stop handing everyone an award for participating ... he's a good guitarist but just another biter.

[@Free-flyBE]

Thank you Jake for taking the side-lined ball & running with it - we've been waiting a long time!!

[@caitlinlayne22]

Im so glad you enjoyed it!!

[@Mark-um5hc]

I like the fact, that they keep it real rock n roll. That's the way it should be. With real musicians, and not machines. Keep it real. Rock on !

[@in2livinit]

Came here from a suggestion, now I'm intrigued. Respect to them for not being pretentious, and showing respect and acknowledging the greats who came before them. They definitely have talent & something raw.

[@srlingwall]

He is so much fun to watch!! I just bought the rolling stone 100 greatest guitarists...we will see Jake in there one day

[@taniaarmandez6981]

Jake can play the Heck out of a guitar and he is a Cutie Pie! !❤❤

[@parkviewmo]

Thank you! I love this! That footage from the Chilean Lalapalooza is just fabulous!

[@michellesorenson1292]

Jake looks just like his mommy! Sooo sweet! SOOO TALENTED (Yet THEY ALL ARE!) I just love these sweet, respectful, well spoken, wickedly talented, blessed, young men! ROCK ON BOYS!!!! I am SOOO proud of all of you!

[@MsMsbrightside]

I’m in love with the whole family. Momma Kiszka is a fabulous person too! 😍

[@MissPepsi-pc5ox]

And same here as well! Fantastic 👏! Bravo 👏! Keep rocking!🤪

[@theresaheyer537]

YEAH JAKE! so smart...love the guys love all of it!

[@alternativetentacles1760]

Answers to FAQ’s: 0:00 What song is playing in the intro? It’s “Safari Song.” 2:50 Yes, that’s Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love.” 4:32 Yes, that’s a new song. It’s called “Black Flag Exposition.” It’s a loose cover of Melanie’s “Lay Down (Candles in the Rain).” No, there is no studio version yet.

[@todiann27]

I’m an old 65 year old woman who loves them❤❤❤

[@king_supreme1102]

Omg that Edge of Darkness solo 😩 He needs to do those types of solos in the studio versions. One thing I’ve noticed is the band plays well together but they stick the sound of the song. His solos feel built up to. Which makes for a well structured song. But one thing I’ve noticed listening to Led Zeppelin and other bands is that the solos can be sporadic and it isn’t confined by the sound of the song. I think he needs to experiment more, and just take over songs with his solos. And not always just stick the sound of the song, like he does in his live performances. I’m always blown away by those solos.

[@jeffsmith6824]

I just saw them play last night in Nashville TN for 7,500 of their fans. They Freaking Killed it & Jake owned the Stage, Never standing still, Always Grooving across with Grace and Dignity. Love their music 🤘💜✌️🎶🎵🎼🎹🎸👽🤩👍🤘

[@vikingrobot4179]

And they’ll even get better as time goes on. I hope they stay grounded like Rush did.

[@bethschoss8882]

Love love love this guy. Definitely one of the most talented guitarists of my decade. So much respect for him ♥️

[@michael_caz_nyc]

Great band. I saw them perform live in NYC (summer 2019) = very impressive. Having seen: Yes, The Who, Led Zeppelin & Rush 5x's - these guys are The Real Deal. We needed this !!!

[@ashleyhaycraft3752]

I love Sammy, "I think he would have done it with or without us". True lol

[@addi6247]

Best one BY FAR🎸👌❤️🕊️

[@iggy9955]

I'm 60 & I say it's awesome band. Young blood in rock & roll. Bravo guys.

[@thealeons3179]

Holy toledos they smash live, and they are so young. These boys are going to be monsters

[@mikeberg5003]

Sorry, but no, no they are not gong to be monsters.

[@jackyanderson9330]

This is great. Your music uplifts the spirit of every Lover of Rock and Heavy metal. Never stop. I wish you all the best of luck. I love that.

[@theresaheyer537]

oh yeah he is sooooo important because he is sooooo aware!!great people great chops!!

[@p.shephard2081]

So ya, you guys are pretty awesome thanks. I just hit 50 and I grew up with parents from the Era and it will always be great; but people like yourselves know how special of a time it was and want to relate that to others. Great job keep going please. Much love

[@jackar9612]

Amazing work!

[@caitlinlayne22]

I appreciate it!!

[@cbccnc1283]

Awesome enjoyed that😊well done

[@caitlinlayne22]

Thanks so much!!

[@jasonpatterson2218]

Cool group of youngsters!!!!!!!

[@MsMsbrightside]

The best of his generation. No doubt!

[@unicorniodione]

I love this!✨💗✨

[@caitlinlayne22]

Thanks so much 😊

[@DetroitFettyghost]

Fellow Michigander. This boy rules. I'm from Detroit tho he from the boonies somewhere, he sure can play that guitar.

[@amyg4181]

I ❤❤❤ this band! This guitarist is crazy talented! Can't wait to see them live!!🤘🤘

[@davideppley8208]

This is awesome

[@caitlinlayne22]

Thanks so much 😊

[@guitarjoe411]

Youguys are awesome keep the rock n roll going for the next generation.!!

[@syrenribs]

jita won the fucking lottery

[@Painkiller473]

Wish i could know the name of the song or their live performance at 0:58 that guitar solo was epic!!!

[@Tityretupatulae]

Edge of Darkness in Toronto 2018

[@jamescrosbyv4482]

The weight of dreams solo is orgasmic 😫

[@jazzyboy7784]

Excellent video... really enjoyed it...thx.

[@chrissimpson6701]

🤘Love you Jake, a true Rockstar🤘

[@MrPhotodoc]

It's commendable that the guys want to jump in the vast ocean of classic rock. It seem's a lot of musical streams have already flowed there. I guess a couple more drops wouldn't hurt. Here's to getting soaking wet.

[@theresaheyer537]

YEAH JAKEY!!!!!

[@chengyang9487]

Good job keeping Rock alive

[@markr.devereux3385]

Is this the cat with the barrel full of effects. ? I think it was featured on another show.. I can't remember seeing 3 complete effects boards cramed with stomp boxes and we never got to another one he had mounted in a travel case. Anyway at least him and his bass player have some old school direction

[@JenLeonard-vl9ok]

But these amazing young men are doing it

[@amber22431]

Jake, Josh & Sam are all cuties.❤ I love that we have a new age, classic rock band!! Yes!!

[@walterhartland4472]

Good job

[@caitlinlayne22]

Thank you! 😊

[@tammieebright9808]

BRAVO 👏👏👏👏👏

[@cheftekard7165]

I don't care WHAT the naysayers say...these guys are AWESOME. Oh I'm sorry, they sound like Zeppelin? First of all, almost every rock band after Zeppelin was influenced by them. Second, this is a problem WHY??!!

[@MrMick50]

Rock and roll never needed saving it is here and always has been and will be plenty of rock bands around these guys changed and saved nothing true rock and roll is timeless

[@rodrigogomez-wc4of]

Problem Is....you never take a look at europe..overall scandinavian europe...they keep....save..AND upscale the rock....voices, lyrics, technical quality AND ability..AND beautiful singers

[@lifewjae6647]

I mean rock will always have its core fans but I band like this is needed to keep the younger gen really into it so yeah they saved it for a lot of young ppl

[@royalangel311]

Definitely a great guitarist!

[@abanddelrck8890]

Afterdel is the name of an unknown band that helped save the rock and roll. And it's a completely original with a super lead guitar. They are from cuba that's why are unknown yet

[@adelaiderodrigues9901]

It's not a good idea to have a coffee break in the morning till you get to know you so well that you can make up your mind and your life is going to be a good thing

[@adelaiderodrigues9901]

It's atomic Rock and the world keep it up and running

[@adelaiderodrigues9901]

I. Have a good night with your friends and music in the. Line Of Jimmy Morrison?

[@fairynotewalks7132]

Love this❤🎉😊

[@ronpaul8643]

I do like this band a lot for me they sound a lot like every good band and not like a bad bands but they are very good and different I think they are very very good one of the best in a long long time with a brand new sound I own all of there CD’s

[@vadzimaleksandrovic337]

Will be very interesting to get know about Kiszka brothers' ethnic roots. As I know, Kiškis meant Hare in old Lithuanian. In this way Slavonic form of this surname Kiška/Kiszka have been distributed in NE part of Poland & NW part of Belarus - as consequence of slavicisation that European region

[@kenboulder212]

Their roots are Polish, pal. Bear this in your mind: Polish.

[@Tityretupatulae]

Polish/moravian Czech for half, the other half possibly Irish but not sure. The family name is polish.

[@vadzimaleksandrovic337]

@@kenboulder212 Thanks for 'ur opinion

[@vadzimaleksandrovic337]

@@Tityretupatulae Thank U indeed for 'ur detailed answer 💐🤲

[@sihartobing9570]

You All Best Rock Band : Greta Van Fleet*🌠 - Jack Kiszcka* Show Perform MV : Bigolive Show By - Atomic Rock''🌠, ....... Cherrio.👍🌠🎼🎤🎼🌠🎸🌠🌠👍👍👍🌠.

[@monyavanderburg-hall]

WhoooooooooooHoooooooo. Yeah! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@johnmac9002]

Cool video thanks for keeping rock breathing👍📢🎸

[@matthewotremba9230]

Cool ,,, the way he plays with two hands a hip and a thigh Sincerely

[@felix5436]

Sorry who? Never heard of him until now. Sick guitarist, i like his style

[@tammiealmany6239]

Awesome wow

[@Tennessee6447]

I thought this was "Kiss Guy" when I saw the thumbnail! Lol

[@me2nmineme243]

Josh is the man. Jake is his identical twin. Enuff' said. 🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼.

[@karstengrunberg2477]

Er wird ein ganz großer,da bin ich sicher.

[@matthewotremba9230]

Ya know , it is sad that perhaps those that say their is no more good music Are perhaps the ones that down new bands for kinda sounding like a past band Ya cannot win Well I wish them a long and healthy Career and great success

[@electricgypsyblues4761]

Save rock? That's a real bold statement

[@jimezieg1681]

The last live is in Argentina not Chile!

[@official_veronica]

ohhhhhhh yes

[@caseywarren864]

They are a great band. I grew up listening to zepplin. GVF has there own style they are not copy cats.

[@zombywoof1015]

Ain't kizska that yummy Polish sausage that comes in a round ring or chub shape? Yep. Just verified it. Kiszka, or blood sausage. Evidently the spelling has now been Americanized, kishka or kishke. When I was living at home and the parents bought it made by a Polish meat products producer, Kowalski, it was always spelled as the brothers name is.

[@billtaylor4897]

Real Deal Stomp'n Rock... That's It...

[@fuzzybunny4muny]

They def sound like Zep, and I get it, but Every one of the 70s British waves came from western blues influence. The irony of how much Zep "borrowed" from Howlin Wolf, Roy Harper, etc, to get their sound, yet we remember their original songs the most. The difference is the modern media, they'd be playing Zep either way, they are just being recorded nonstop on their journey to their own realm of ideas and expressions.

[@patriot1294]

So deep

[@bruce5168]

Helped save rock and roll???? Yeah.... Alright, appreciate your time but your comment is way off.

[@Dave1979z]

Love how they've brought that sound back, wish they didn't sound like a led zep tribute band though. I got burned out on them quick. I'd like to hear him with a different singer. And someone for the love of god buy the rhythm section some shoes!! Lmao

[@dawolyan13]

Like the band, and appreciate their talent, but let’s not discount the dozens of great bands that have always carried the rock n roll torch!! Pop culture changed what was being played on the air waves, but rock never went anywhere!!😃

[@drumminsonlive9199]

They can rock…

[@anitav.vassar6774]

Greta Van Fleet ripped the lid off the Lalapalooza Music Festival 🌹

[@powellsa]

Don Henley at 2:15: "That'll be $500..."

[@emanuelaronzio6814]

Best guitarists🌎: Eric Clapton & Jake kiszka

[@vickiesauve4248]

To all the men who wrote negative comments: jealous much?

[@tammydavis8971]

🎤 drop!! FACTS..

[@Tityretupatulae]

I mean, have you seen and heard this guy? How can a man not be jealous honestly?

[@jonathandavis657]

@@Tityretupatulae one of his biggest fans and Im jealous every time he plays lmao

[@Tityretupatulae]

@@jonathandavis657I’m a woman and have seen him play live multiple times from up close and it always left me with a hint of jealousy, in a positive way tho. He is a very intimidating musician live

[@frankferriolo9212]

These guys are great! But if they wanna match the mighty Zeppelin then the bass player is gonna have to switch on and off with the keyboard. Just as John Paul Jones did. That added that extra element to Zeppelin sound that GVF hasnt adopted yet. But with that said....GVF are absolutely phenomenal in their own way. This is my opinion. Not fact.

[@cardbored_]

People act like Led Zeppelin didn’t steal their sound and shit even some songs from other bands.

[@wolfeyes9357]

Were this is lying is the fact that they are taking the torch that is passed along! They appreciate the past.....they understand that music had to change and to go forward you have to look in tge rear view mirror!

[@markjohnson1020]

Anyone born after 1958: “Foolish imitating is called aping. This is aping. Please stop.” Anyone born after 1998: “Foolish imitating is called aping. This is aping. Please stop.”

[@annrhoads6808]

Dam Great Band ✌ 🌛🌕🌜🤘🎸🎼👈

[@howardharaway2259]

I'd really like to see Gret Van fleet take on another lead guitar player, songwriter/lead Vocalist. I think that would make a HUGE HUGE difference. The way I see it. The lead vocals now sounds almost the same in every song. They need to change that up a bit for more diversity for the long haul.

[@luismartinez6408]

Yup that sounds like a Gibson SG.

[@susanyoung6632]

You’d think they’d put a bit of sexy in their show wouldn’t you. (Insert sarcasm here)

[@armandoestebanquito1074]

Que escuche a PAPPO, y si no sabe quién es, que forme un equipo de remo.

[@barrywebb6113]

Ok bring the hate...If you can't see that this band is a Zep tribute band being hyped beyond belief and you don't think they are recycling riffs.. Well I feel for ya.

[@sdc6447]

We'll, if you're gonna imitate, then might as well imitate the best of all time. I don't have a problem with them. As long as they know their place. Don't ever let me hear them or anyone else say they're the next Zeppelin or that they're as good as Zeppelin. Just do your own thing and there's plenty of room for everyone then

[@stevem5139]

Hanging on zeppelins boot straps

[@briangarcia8384]

Everyone talking about classic rock this, classic rock that. But what about classical music? Where are all the musicians making tonal, compositional call backs to Mozart and Bach and the such?

[@lucyfoster4082]

Jake plays Crossroads better than Eddie Van Halen ever did.

[@espo6970]

Saved rock? How? By outright copying other bands? They're not original and if u wanna hear something that sounds like zeppelin, then listen to zeppelin. They're cute young guys and thats why we even kno them, look at their audience, all young girls. Young girls don't listen to rock, they listen to boy bands which is exactly what they are.

[@caitlinlayne22]

For me, they did save rock n roll. I was a young kid with no purpose in life then I discovered these guys, made these videos and now I am a full time freelance videographer for rockstars in Los Angeles in a span of about 2 and a half years. On top of opening the gate for me to classic rock n roll from the 60s and 70s. A whole world I knew nothing about! So I will disregard your many irrelevant statements because if they did this for me they have for countless others too. And as for your comment about the audience of “all young girls” count myself as one who became successful driven by her love for this band!! 🤘🏼⚡️

[@espo6970]

@@caitlinlayne22 Your success of liking untalented copycats just proves my case and so does the content of your channel. Just forget these little boys and listen to everything zeppelin, sabbath/ozzy,creedence,beatles,hendrix, DLRoths Van halen and even some 90's rock like alice in chains or the smashing pumpkins.After listening to real rock music you'll throw up in your mouth everytime u hear this boy band

[@espo6970]

And rock music is played on satellite and radio all day every day and it's used in countless movies and commercials so u've been listening to rock forever but this boy band is what introduced u to rock. No, u like pretty boy bands and now u make believe u like rock all of a sudden, proves my case again

[@caitlinlayne22]

What ever happen to peace love and rock n roll??? Sorry you’re so upset these guys have an impact. Hopefully one day you’ll see the brighter side!! 😊

[@cs4808]

@@espo6970 u insufferable incel no one cares about your complaining in the real world