Why I'm Quitting YouTube...

It's time to move on to something new. Thanks for the support everyone 🙏
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[@ChaseMaddox]

GUYS THIS WAS APRIL FOOL’S! ❤

[@RobTeeJr]

I would hope that it was obvious when you brought up the banjo but it didn't look that way

[@bluezach244]

Not surprised, but relieved.

[@brettwr2873]

Thank Goodness!

[@brettwr2873]

Though my son wants me to give banjo a serious look.,😂

[@BillAnon]

Thanks for getting me upset for nothing. Some of that banjo picking is really impressive though.

[@somsnosa_]

Peter Farrell's banjoist twin brother will NOT like this

[@JBGuitarInstruction]

Hey, you had me going ‘til I looked at the calendar…Benson on the banjo cracked me up!👍👏🙌🙏

[@Ken-pi7qk]

And today’s date is….

[@flogginga_dead_horse4022]

@hellowhats2021 not really a joke subject

[@kenster3554]

Had me, right up until 2:10!

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

exactly!!!!!@@kenster3554

[@davidbuie3316]

Looking forward to the "Secret of the No Chords" video!

[@philiprowland9390]

I’m so sorry to hear this, bro! I really enjoyed your sharing and lessons! A big hug to ya, and wishing you happiness and the very best in your future endeavors. You deserve it.

[@robertblake3909]

Please reconsider, Chase. You have been fantastic on KZbin!!! You cannot let one bastard get you down. There will always be those nay-sayers, Chase-trust me. You are an excellent teacher and a wonderful musician. Thank you for your generous contributions. :-)

[@ThomasHope73]

😂

[@AnthonyShaw-ty9pi]

Exactly!!! 👍🎩👍

[@ronlee2606]

Very sorry to hear this but I totally understand. You have a great future and I wish you well in everything you do.

[@bookert2373]

I hope this was an April Fool’s video! If not, then I wish you the best in your new direction. Regarding trolls, remember the old adage about avoiding wrestling with pigs (“you just get dirty and the pigs enjoy it”). Regarding the banjo, remember the old joke about the difference between a banjo and a chain saw (“the chain saw has a wider tonal range”). Please keep us informed of your next step(s) - your material and attention to detail need to be available to us! 👏

[@Marcosls2015]

Hahaha was almost taking it seriously until the banjo Benson’s applications Break a leg Chase! Long life to your channel!!

[@BobbyGriffinJr]

Chase thank you for everything man and all your help! Continued success on your journey!

[@hectorrascon2671]

Very sorry to hear this ,but I totally understand ,you are a great teacher and have great potential ,I wish you the best in everything you do,thank you for everything you did for us.

[@matthiasschachner9737]

I recently detected your fantastic videos. I really regret that some guys may be only one killed the fun about teaching jazz guitar on youtube. I really enjoyed your work and good quality teaching. I say this as a jazz guitarist and man with long teaching experience. May be you come back. All the best for you.

[@insidejazzguitar8112]

I hope this is just an April fools joke or maybe fishing for compliments, because although there are lots of reasons to not do KZbin, personal attacks shouldn’t be one of them. KZbin, and social media in general, does bring out some wackos and sociopaths, but you just need to ignore them and do your thing.

[@jboughtin7522]

Good luck with future endeavors!

[@25dbz-ot9br]

Secret of the one chord is 50% less than the secret of the 2 chord made me spit my coffee. Bravo.

[@simondavies6270]

I am deeply sorry to hear of your decision to leave KZbin. I have only subscribed relatively recently but have watched and enjoyed hours of your content. I hope somewhere down the road you will comeback to this plateform. In any event I wish you ever success in whatever venture you decide to pursue. Best wishes. UK fan.

[@mikelabroi1]

Chase Im sorry to see you go. You have enlightened more students positively than haters. Anyone hating on you is either jealous or stupid. Jack McDuff explained to me once that everyone has something to offer. You were helping so many people. Just think if they have time to hate on you they are not doing half as much as you. Ive always heard the more accomplished the musician the more humble they are. The less accomplished well you get the picture.Thank you for your time, patience and effort to move Jazz ahead.I appreciate it.

[@robertblake3909]

Hi Chase, I bought your Master Jazz Workout. Really helpful. Don ´t give up. You were so discouraged in your last post. Please continue. Thank you.

[@user-cv1jf1wq2m]

Chase, You are an incredible musician and a great teacher. There are a lot of jealous people who are going to be absolutely thrilled to hear that they defeated you. After all they can’t tolerate such brilliant and inspiring music lessons being posted on KZbin!

[@keneisner3445]

He was trying to pull an April Fool's joke, and it fell flat.

[@rabbirelax]

I LOVE THIS! AWESOME! Had me in stitches! So good!

[@BartCub]

hahaha! love how so many people took this seriously!

[@jimmyc5498]

I wish you the best. I’m new to your channel but we’ve exchanged comments a few times. I actually picked up a Gold Tone AC6+ about 3 weeks ago and have been experimenting with bop and bluegrass ideas. I also have been using the one chord approach ( Holdsworth talks about this) and as you already know, it’s more common than players realize. So we have a lot in common. Stay positive. People love your approach and you play great. If you’re interested I’ll send some banjo things as I work on them.

[@BelfastBoxingNBlues]

Have always enjoyed your videos man. All the best with your future endeavours.

[@Accou25]

wwaaaait a minute...

[@Alan-zi2rs]

Sorry to hear your leaving @ Chase ... Great teacher and guitar player 👍🇬🇧

[@floaty10]

"Benson's method to the banjo". Brilliant lol. Top April fools right there.

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

I really really hate this Chase!!! I so enjoy all you videos. Thoughtful, well filmed and edited and super informative... There will be lots of guys like me that will tell to ignore the monday morning quarterbacks that may comment. Guarantee you, the huge majority LOVE your channel. When I started my channel, I quickly noticed that there will always be someone that doesn't see it my way. The running joke was it should be called YouShould instead of KZbin. Dont let that dude ruin it for the rest of us..... Hope this is an April fools.....Thanks Chase

[@vanscran1672]

I don't blame you, I did bluegrass for 20 years or so and the style is great for jazz surprisingly, the melodic Bill Keith style. I hope you give it a go anyway. UK 👍👍👍👍

[@ThomasHope73]

🤣🤦‍♂️

[@raymondwittah619]

Please don't quit. U are the only one who is able to dissect lines very well. It is on your channel I got to know how lines are even formed or created. I will try and retrieve the title of that video and let u know. We always hear jazz guys always improvising but how these lines are created have been a mystery. I am typing from Ghana in West Africa. It should tell u how your impact has been felt across the globe. Your videos are great and unique. Why do u have to quit because of Farrel who finds it difficult to get his message across. I have tried several times to follow him and make meaning out of his lesson but i have still not made any headway. Keep doing the great work. Kudos. Hope u change your mind.

[@seancasserley271]

I totally understand and I want to say thanks. You are a wonderful player. I think the one chord is better than the no chord approach. Happy April 1st

[@Meenjedatnou]

That is a real pity, I have been enjoying the videos and your lessons a lot! It is a pity that this incident has had such a big impact honestly but it is very understandable

[@josetalanga9602]

I am very sorry that you're quitting KZbin. You're a great teacher. I always enjoyed your lessons and hints. They helped me a lot to understand jazz guitar and improve my playing. Quitting this platform is a big loss to all guitar fellows willing to learn this beautiful instrument. Music is Art and should provide us with all freedom of creativity. There are always many ways to express one self. I really appreciated the ways you explained the 2 chords principle of George Benson. I also recognised it in Wes's playing. Nobody can blame you on that subject because you we right. Keep on teaching. Don't care about the noises coming from elsewhere. You're a great musician and teacher👍👍👍🙏

[@jakelee7639]

Your content is the best!!….much thanks….do what’s best for you

[@ciccaj]

Very nice. You had me until you mentioned the banjo.🙂

[@kenyattaward8546]

Chase I have been with you since you started. I work in law enforcement. I get call out all the time. But here’s the catch for every 20 people that call me names 200 people tell me that I do a great job officer. That guy peter Ferrel is a joke not even on your level . I shared with you months ago when he first started with the name calling. Don’t waste your time with a clown who belongs in the circus. You made us a family of jazz guitar players who have come to respect you as our teacher. You are a leader not a follower. It’s in you to teach because you are one of the best on line . Please reconsider You have thousands of fans all over the world that watch your videos. Don’t let a idiot pull you out from doing what you love. We all appreciate you and respect you as our teacher. ❤ Your number one fan. Ken

[@kenyattaward8546]

You got me good chase. Real funny 😁 lol But I stand by my words on Peter Ferrell

[@robertblake3909]

Benson banjo! I love it. The secret of the two chords was a gaming changer for me. Thank you.

[@robertblake3909]

*game changer

[@mistermeowmeows]

Chase, thanks so much for your output here I’ve been playing guitar my whole life, but I had plateaued for almost a decade. I got accepted to Berkelee but couldn’t afford the tuition and ended up getting into something else. I’ve never let go of wanting to learn jazz but I can’t read music well, and I had no resources. Your videos were the first that explained these concepts in a way that has STUCK, and in just a few months I’ve progressed so much. Your videos are so dense, and you’re so generous with the sheer amount of info and exercises you put into just one video. Because of you I’m addicted, I can’t go back to me before jazz! You have genuinely changed my life for the better with your output. There a few people that hate you very loudly (and they don’t hate you, they hate everything) and a vast amount of people who have immense respect you quietly. And for the fucking record, YOU ARE RIGHT about the secret of the 2 chords, and we know it!

[@mistermeowmeows]

Omg the banjo lol, nvm. You’re a good actor.

[@robertnewell5057]

Ouch. You got me, at least till the banjo bit. In my defence, I didnt see it till April 15th. In passing, I used to play a lot of bluebrass banjo, and there are some excellent jazz-influenced players out there, most notably Alison Brown and Bela Fleck, but also the elusive but superb Pat Cloud.

[@joenickerson8443]

very sad.. you are a generous person and don’t deserve the abuse.. those trolls are just jealous keyboard warriors.. best of luck to you.. hope things change.. a loss for those who sincerely benefit from your lessons..

[@thesuncollective1475]

April Fools 😂

[@365daysofpractice]

Ya had me right up to the banjo part. 😂

[@AmeryAbraham7]

Chase you have done very well the things you do and I am really sad to see you go. I hope you reconsider!!!

[@pedalsteelguitarjazzbebop4889]

Banjo & George Benson, on April 1st leaves room for hope 🎉 That being said, I have seen a youtuber start from Zero and grow up to tour numbers. It’s like kayaking UP the Niagara River. Besides that, as long as you don’t cause intentional harm, the only critique one should let affect you, is CONSTRUCTIVE critique. Some guy, calling you names, bad moutging you or calling you a “looser”, is something that you ought NEVER allow to affect you to the point of calling it quits. And that’s not only about online things, it’s my life experience. If the numbers are not yielding worth your effort, maybe you need to change something or give it more time and maybe team up with some of the ones which became successful at this youtube thing. I am convinced that you have a bright future ahead of yourself. … JD.

[@charleshall2244]

I always enjoyed watching your videos whatever you do keep up the good work

[@banjohadababy]

This is great news. I need to work on my clawhammer benson licks. When do we start?!!😂

[@pleasecheap]

Your clarity, relevance, skills and musicality are outlier maestro level. Upload anything. Play throughs. Shorts. Please.

[@DoctorBaham]

Chase, I’ve learned a lot from you. You’re a great teacher with a huge heart. Sorry about the haters. But you should know that you brought a lot of joy and enlightenment to so many others.

[@jimcadorette1140]

Chase, I’m happy you are doing what feels right for you. You’ll be missed. Be aware you are opening yourself up to a deluge of banjo jokes. Be well.

[@mikecaldwell8397]

Following your two chord method for banjo, please consider the same for the koto.... All the best on 4/1.

[@jawadrahim797]

Stand your ground bro And keep the videos coming! Much appreciated

[@Earthstein]

Never let bad people chase you away from something good.

[@warrenholt]

You are a great teacher and an intelligent and affable guy. I don't know why anyone would troll you, but I can't imagine their content has any merit. It makes me feel sad to hear this announcement because of how you convey these difficult emotions in this video. Thank you for your weekly lessons and how you have helped me learn more about guitar and music.

[@hankshippovsky7546]

I dig the secret of one chord - not only on april 1st! ... 😉😀 keep up the great work and thanks a lot! 👍

[@willreed5977]

Thx for a great laugh, I needed that today. 🤣🤣🤣 The one chord on Banjo, Benson Style, should be interesting to watch.

[@PatriceLacroix-jl1ng]

You had me at BANJO… well done!

[@kevinmaddox]

It’s been a good run brother 🙏

[@ThomasHope73]

😂

[@lukedotgru1]

This was a very thoughtful and moving video. I think banjo jazz is highly underrated, and I wish you peace and luck in your future banjo endeavors. P.S. Think about the 0-chord approach as well.

[@timdale4500]

Chase, I for one will miss your invaluable insights and tips for getting better at playing jazz guitar. Im not aware of what you have been subjected to although I did notice your post with regards to Peter Farrell…the man that charges an astronomical amount for his GB books. Tbh I’ll be gutted, you were one of my few go to teachers on KZbin

[@jackstrauss4076]

Benson on the banjo.. Nice! The One chord, as an engineer I can confirm it is indeed 50% less than two chords.. Nice! Looking forward to what you do with Pat Martino.. Best..

[@ChaseMaddox]

Coming next week! 👍

[@southboundguitar]

Good luck dude. I'm super glad to have been part of the journey. I know you'll be much happier not dealing with so much online drama. Take care!

[@danielromero-si6xu]

Hello Chase, I'm Daniel from Argentina, I'm using the translator so I hope you understand the meaning of the message...this is the starting point where you should not abandon the channel and much less the people who have trusted you and your classes that are very valuable, if you do it you will be throwing overboard everything that you built with effort, do not let others get away with it, you have plenty of talent and you have not yet started to use it, it says that the boat does not advance if it does not have the resistance of water and the bird if it does not have the resistance of air, then let the haters be that resistance but how would you move forward? , don't disappoint the people who are anxiously waiting every day for your classes on this beautiful channel... everyone who reads this comment, let's share this channel and make it grow so Chase moves forward... all this is growth and change and many times growth is painful but then you see the fruits of our work....endurance Chase, endurance Argentina, endurance Messi...God bless you friend I send you a hug! !!

[@teddypantelas]

All I can say, is your KZbin channel is great! And has educated a lot of people to a higher level of playing because of your devotion to this channel! Don’t worry what anybody says about you, words are only words. keep that spiritual shield up and don’t let them affect you in any way, shape or form, because what you offer, is far greater than what these jealous , evil minded people doing. There’s so much in your videos, and I can’t even imagine how much more you have to offer. This is why I am really shocked by watching this and hope that you reconsider. With your ability, I am sure you will do amazing things with the banjo and I am happy for you for it. the amount of people you’re reaching now is amazing and everybody that comes here wants to be here to learn from you. Keep this in mind. sticks and stones never had an effect on me. I support you with whatever you decide Chase. You’re a good teacher and seem like a nice person. Peace.

[@StephanieJaimes]

50% less, 50% better lol Looking forward to the new CBA: Chase’s Banjo Academy 😅

[@robertolopez5186]

😅Chase, you scared me haha... I said: it can't be that Peter's negative vibes win. I wish you an excellent month and more lessons full of valuable information... I am looking forward to watching your new method "the secret of one chord" ❤️👍🏻🤣🤣🤣 Cheers

[@tomweiver2285]

i have enjoyed your videos, sorry the negatives have taken the fun out of it - thank you for all the work you have put into your channel

[@sjazzer22]

One word... Pat Cloud. Check out Higher Power (1983). He calls it his "journey to 2-5-1". Chase has taken the simple path.

[@jean-louissaillot134]

Hi Chase, if this were true it would be a real loss as your chanel is extremely helpful. However, in line with some of the comments and based on the date of this posting (April 1st), I would suggest that you take your pursuit of the secret one chord further. As you note the one chord approach is 50% better than the secret 2 chord approach, I therefore suggest that you pursue the one note approach. It would be 200% better than even the one chord approach (assuming that you do not include extensions, where the benefit would be even greater). As a bass player, I am used to pedal notes using a single note over different chords, perhaps you can help with applying this to the guitar (or Banjo 😂). It would also be very much in line with Jobim's classic song on the subject ("This is just a little samba. Built upon a single note"). Cheers! 🤣🤣🤣

[@giorgiomugelli9243]

Go on bro❤️

[@AresJazzOfficial]

Segui il tuo istinto e la strada sarà la migliore che seguirai io ne sono certo!

[@trevor807]

Man I would love to see some Bela Fleck banjo analysis stuff

[@derrickmickle5491]

I was confused until 2:47, then I remembered today's date. I think you're onto something with the Secret of the One Chord...🤣

[@ildarrrr2]

Man that doesn't seem to be true. You are absolutely the man who loves music and loves to share your emotions with people, and we love that. Nohing to say more except I love your playing and you are abolutely talented

[@guyinpei]

Benson did start on ukulele when he was a kid. Isn't that tuned like a banjo. Best of luck. Your content is really the best 😊

[@texaspete7897]

how many times did it take to not crack up during the recording? You had me until you said banjo.... Happy April 1st😉

[@rafes8206]

Thanks for the lessons Chase!!! Your vids are well produced and topics explained very well. Music(teaching) beef is fucking stupid!!!

[@Shaydiggity]

the percentile breakdown of the secret of the 1 chord 🎉😂

[@iamjakt]

Can anyone explain why?

[@TimNelson]

Benson to the banjo! I'm laughing my arse off. Comedy gold!

[@pallhe]

You were born to apply Benson to the banjo, Chase... count me in!

[@mbmillermo]

The problem with April Fools jokes on the internet is that they are still there when it isn't April Fools Day. It's good you pinned a comment about it. I'm glad you aren't quitting!

[@guitarmageddon6048]

I mean I love the banjo, but maybe you could give a little love to the kazoo as well 😎

[@nune8074]

Benson on Banjo. Nearly got me there. 😂

[@uberjam-sam8512]

Wow 🤯 🤯🤯!!!Secret of the one chord is 50% less than Secret of the two chords. I can't wait to hear more...

[@enricosenno7767]

U almost had me there😊

[@robertblake3909]

Ok, you got me. Going to nominate you for an Oscar! Hahahahahaha. Still, i enjoyed the Master Jazz Workout book, very much. In key of C, the notes of the F melodic minor include the F (minor 3rd of the ii) and E (3rd of the I) and then the first two notes of the G alt, G and Ab. It all makes sense.

[@TheRealSandleford]

Not really all that funny you know chuck wayne did some sweet jazz banjo! check it out! My first teacher taught chuck waynes lesson approach. Though he hadnt recieved the recognition easily due, Miles Davis has his tune on his gravestone "Solar"

[@masterhope-fd6dj]

It’s a pity that you decided to quit KZbin!!! I hope you would change your mind about this and come back to continue your work on KZbin. I personally discovered you recently through your method of 2 chords which I personally found very helpful and interesting! I feel very sorry about the attacks that have been experiencing by some people that think they have patented Bensons style! Personally, I’m convinced that you have better explanations for Bensons methods. I wish you good luck and stay strong 🤗🤗🤗

[@elkabong7631]

Never thought I'd witness chord substitution beef

[@jazzguitarneophyte-christo7988]

Chase - Unless this is an April's Fools thing (I hope it is). If true, I understand your decision to quit but bro trust me on this, by quiting, you have automatically made them win! Just a suggestion, keep posting to at least advertize your school/teaching! The nay sayers will always be there but dont listen nor pay attention to them. I have a very small community on my channel and have had a few naysayers one even said I sucked. I simply deleted the comment of the Mo Frs and laughed it off. I don't give a rat's ass what they say. I'm in it to enjoy myself with my few subscribers. Any negative non constructive comment is definitely deleted and blocked and the result? I'm still having fun! Screw em Chase! BTW Excited to know more about tha banjo and the one chord!😜

[@RadioTauiFM1]

No you should keep going. In one year you’ll reach one million followers. Believe in you !!!

[@NoWrongNotes]

Even though you are quitting KZbin, I'll be waiting (with bated breath) for the secret of the zero chord idea...and I want to know how to apply this as a ukele player. Thanks in advance.

[@srwaite7]

Hey Chase - you probably should not have dropped this vid on April Fools Day but if it is not a joke, you should seriously reconsider your decision. You are a positive force on YT and have great things to contribute to the jazz guitar community.. If there are other musicians and people that have an issue with your approach, , so be it. Critics are only projecting and projection is not reality.. What you do it real. I do hope you reconsider. even though KZbin is not an ideal forum.

[@The-creator-of-good-videos-15]

If Chase Maddox uploads another video, then I will truly know that this is an April Fools joke about him quitting KZbin.

[@BillAnon]

I hope this isn't the result of one negative comment versus 100 positive ones. You know that even you hyper-talented guys need to switch it up a little, like Rick Beato started doing interviews, that shot up his subscriptions like crazy!

[@charlesmoleski4405]

DONT QUIT !!!!!!

[@user-cv1jf1wq2m]

Now I have to study with grumpy frumpy old Jimmy Bruno and he is great but the cussing and smoking and he needs grooming and he is always pissed off even though the music lessons are fantastic!

[@roland5359]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@MegaDuvaldo]

April fools day??? I hope so!!!

[@DLCsince83]

April 1st

[@klausmichler7714]

Sad. But I can understand it. 😢