The fact that someone named Andy Wood did a cover of a Layne Era song is awesome in of itself. But the fact that Rooster (which features PEAK Layne Staley vocals) was on the same album as the song Would? ( Which was written for Layne's friend Andrew Wood) Is just awesome. As an AIC fan and a fan of musical history this is just purely amazing. RIP Layne Staley forever the legend. And RIP Mother Love Bones Andrew Wood (figured I'd better put the bands name with him)
Exactly! Honestly I never heard of THIS Andy Wood but it drew me in and here it is! What cool coincidences here! Huge AIC fan since they hit. Especially Layne. RIP
@@andywoodmusic keep up the good work and not a problem at all! My kids love it too which is great because my oldest was born on Layne's birthday which is the 22nd of August so honestly all the coincidence is just amazing and seriously incredible! I told my twitch followers to check it out and they love it too
I worked and partied with Layne and Jerry just before they signed the contract until they quit to go on tour. Needless to say they were my favorite band from Seattle's Grunge era and one of my favorite bands, ever. RIP Layne and Andrew, both of you are truely missed.
I have done 72 orbits around the sun. I have been blessed to see and hear some of the greatest guitarists live. Beck, Blackmore, Gilmour Vai and Satriani. This cat speaks a totally different language musically. Simply stunning mastery of his craft. Wow
I just watched Tim Pierce talking about this song and here I am, a newb to the Andy Wood world and I'm blown away. Seriously blown away. There are a few times in my life that a song or artist left me stunned. Eruption in '79, watching SRV live at Aloha Stadium in '84, hearing Would by AIC while driving a pickup truck through Mulholland, Albert Lee Romany Rye, and now this. It's been a while. As many of the other comments have clearly stated, you forget you're listening to a guitar.... it's a freaking symphony. So many shredders out there, but so few with the understanding that it's not the speed, it's THIS; the music. Thank you Andy - not that you need it, but you have a new fan here. Blown away.
This is a very moving peace! I literally didn’t know who Andy Wood was until I saw him on Tim Pierce feed. Now I’m purchasing his music, listening, and watching, and wondering how I did not know of this phenomenal artist! The touch and feel, the musicality of the way. He blends each part of the song together. Absolutely beautiful. You have a new fan Andy. Please keep it going.
I'm lying here on my back after surgery. My Uncle sent me this video. I am so amazed and all I want to do is get up and move. Such a beautiful to tribute and rendition of an awesome song.
Thank you so much for your encouragement. I just amazed you took the time to read and respond. You and I seem to know 2 people, Geoff and Jim. I was so amazed to see pictures of you 3 together. Thank you again for such a beautiful and tasteful recording.
Parts Telecaster -is what he is playing. For the attempted heavy lead breaks - He should have had a real Fender Strat, it would have darkened the tone to where it needs to be for this song. The telecaster is too bright and happy sounding.
Majestic! This isn't just virtuoso chops, it's beautiful, lyrical music. I love his taste for where to go next. Best guitar piece I've heard in a very long time.
I can count on one hand the number of musical compositions which have stopped me dead in my tracks the first time I heard them. The original “Rooster” is one of them. Thanks, Andy, for honoring this masterpiece.
@@andywoodmusic Let me re phrase as I also have been performing this for years with a VERY extended solo section, For me the power is in the vocals. Don’t get me wrong I love painting my own pictures and agreed that melody is addicting but not enough to hold my attention for more then a minute or two then bored. Plus this strikes home for me my father is a Nam vet. That’s the true power of the song for me. At least we have the instrumental version now. You’re the first to the punch congratulations!
This took me to places. That's the power of music. Specially great american guitar music: took me to a NY skyline having a good whisky as I admired the city, then it broke down to I driving fast on a LA highway running from a lost love. Then it took me back to my childhood, dreams and hopes. And then to think how far we came as humanity, and a touch of future by the end: where are we going next. Surreal tones out of these Strato and Tele. Been playin guitar from 22 years but generally don't appreciate instrumental guitarrist music, maybe Satriani sometimes. But I definetely am going for this album. A pleasure to meet you Mr. Wood, thanks for this tremendous ride.
Got the new album today. This is an absolute monster of an album. This will be played constantly. I truly believe this is the greatest instrumental album I've ever heard. Grand slam, Andy.
Gotta be honest here. Clicked on this, wondering WHO was going to sing this classic timeless song. When it was "a guitar", was disappointed, but still stuck around to see what was what. F@#k, Wow! Colour me appeased, if not subdued entirely! Stellar!! Epic!! That guitar SINGS!!!
Absolutely stunning rendition, of this incredible song, from one of my all time favorite bands! I am now very excited to hear what the future holds, and what Andy Wood will bring us next. RIP Layne, your loss is felt daily, Brother! I wanted to add, this song just gave me the same literal goosebumps I got the first time I heard it played by AIC. Not many artists are able to do that for me, AIC was one of them, so was SRV. When I say I am excited for the future, you have no idea how much! ...and your drummers snare sounds absolutely amazing, as well!
I came across this early this morning, Damn late to the party as usual! anyhoo, I was so impressed with this that I made a point of showing it to my grandson who is studying music in school (he's 14). He sat there in silence for the whole performance just gobsmacked. He then said, "that's my next performance piece, how unusual there's no singing in it". I took him to the original (the one with the gory video), to which he said "well that's pretty intense, musically I prefer the instrumental one". He's now in the process of working it out for himself. He already plans on getting his music teacher to play the acoustic and his sister to do the keys. What an iconic performance this is, truly gut wrenching playing!
@@kurthanson4106 Thank you... I think... I read that and thought "Damn, makes me sound really old" then I figured at just a spit over half a century I am really old... Still, not too old to appreciate an awesome groove (even my language sounds dated too!).
I don't remember how I heard of you Andy, but I'm glad I did. I was watching one of your Suhr videos earlier and decided to subscribe but realized I had already done that. This is what happens when you reach your late 60s.😎 Keep on, you give a geezer with arthritic hands a dose of inspiration. Thank you!
You know what's funny? Long story short. I decided to find out everything about AIC that I forgot or didn't know from back in the day. And one of the things I read, said it was Laynes father. It said the song was inspired from Jerry's father but it was Laynes father in the video so I thought the same thing as Isaac.. Stupid journalists or websites or whatever!!!
@@wedgemoose1yeah, it’s frustrating when the professionals don’t bother to read the writing credits that show who writes what. 100% Jerry lyrics and music about his dad.
Andy is an absolute badass guitar player and overall musician. One of the great virtuosos that deserves a helluva lot more than 50k subscribers. Rock on Andy!
Andy Wood is ultra talented, so I knew this was going to be great. But kudos also to whoever produced the video, often these things end up looking like a high school project, but this was really well done.
I’ve never heard this version before or even knew Andy Wood did a cover. However, I picked my Guitar up right away and went into an improv jam that went right into the zone and it was epic
AIC are one of my favourite bands of all time, and i never thought that an instrumental without LAYNE could do any justice, but you have done an amazing job of this song .i get goose bumps every time i play this. thank you ANDY !!!!!!
You, Ben and your peeps have put in the work. This is fantastic sonically, visually, and emotionally. I hope for your continued success and will do my best to catch a show next time your in my area.
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The fact that someone named Andy Wood did a cover of a Layne Era song is awesome in of itself. But the fact that Rooster (which features PEAK Layne Staley vocals) was on the same album as the song Would? ( Which was written for Layne's friend Andrew Wood) Is just awesome. As an AIC fan and a fan of musical history this is just purely amazing. RIP Layne Staley forever the legend. And RIP Mother Love Bones Andrew Wood (figured I'd better put the bands name with him)
Exactly! Honestly I never heard of THIS Andy Wood but it drew me in and here it is! What cool coincidences here! Huge AIC fan since they hit. Especially Layne. RIP
the overlap of everything you just told me goes deeper than I realized! im just a big AIC fan, thank you for this history lesson!
@@andywoodmusic keep up the good work and not a problem at all! My kids love it too which is great because my oldest was born on Layne's birthday which is the 22nd of August so honestly all the coincidence is just amazing and seriously incredible! I told my twitch followers to check it out and they love it too
I worked and partied with Layne and Jerry just before they signed the contract until they quit to go on tour. Needless to say they were my favorite band from Seattle's Grunge era and one of my favorite bands, ever. RIP Layne and Andrew, both of you are truely missed.
Nice
This also highlights the utter brilliance of Jerry Cantrell
@@whatarefriends4 no doubt. This is one of the most hauntingly beautiful songs ever written.
Exactly that one chord the whole thing makes during the chorus wrecks me and I wanna bathe in it.
If you listen to Jerry's latest solo stuff it's like listening to Alice In Chains to my ears.
I have done 72 orbits around the sun. I have been blessed to see and hear some of the greatest guitarists live. Beck, Blackmore, Gilmour Vai and Satriani. This cat speaks a totally different language musically. Simply stunning mastery of his craft. Wow
@@csisalesbasics673 high praise sir, I’m humbled to be mentioned in the same breathe as those legends🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@andywoodmusic Sooooooooooooooooooo very well deserved. Each note comes from a special place that few people know.
Indeed!
Excellent musicality on top of the mastery of the instrument
Thank you to Tim Pierce who brought me here. Fantastic and brilliant!
Absolutely
The algorithm gods and Tim Pierce Guitar brought me here. Yet another, why haven't I heard of this guy yet?!
@@NeurogeneratedGuitar cheers my friend. Welcome! 🍻
Tim Pierce is awesome in his own right!!
@ Tim has been a hero to me for years
This man understands the importance of rich TONE and the space between the notes... A brilliant player.
@@kevingrover4015 tone and note delivery matter as much or more than chops.
@@andywoodmusicGod bless you .... I hear more a gifted musician that happens to be a master guitarist 😊
Beautiful dynamics!
I just watched Tim Pierce talking about this song and here I am, a newb to the Andy Wood world and I'm blown away. Seriously blown away. There are a few times in my life that a song or artist left me stunned. Eruption in '79, watching SRV live at Aloha Stadium in '84, hearing Would by AIC while driving a pickup truck through Mulholland, Albert Lee Romany Rye, and now this. It's been a while. As many of the other comments have clearly stated, you forget you're listening to a guitar.... it's a freaking symphony. So many shredders out there, but so few with the understanding that it's not the speed, it's THIS; the music. Thank you Andy - not that you need it, but you have a new fan here. Blown away.
Well said.....Real guitar playing is about feel and emotion and painting a picture with sound.
So well stated, totally agree.
This is a very moving peace! I literally didn’t know who Andy Wood was until I saw him on Tim Pierce feed. Now I’m purchasing his music, listening, and watching, and wondering how I did not know of this phenomenal artist! The touch and feel, the musicality of the way. He blends each part of the song together. Absolutely beautiful. You have a new fan Andy. Please keep it going.
This is so good that...I forget I'm listening to guitar...I'm just IN it...Very rare, Way to go Andy🔥🔥
thanks so much Tim!!
This was something very Special. Wow!!!
Incredible
I'm lying here on my back after surgery. My Uncle sent me this video. I am so amazed and all I want to do is get up and move. Such a beautiful to tribute and rendition of an awesome song.
@@KwntnWhat-we8yb this is a helluva post. Heal up my friend, wherever you are. Thank you for the comment, music is powerful stuff🙏🏻
Thank you so much for your encouragement. I just amazed you took the time to read and respond. You and I seem to know 2 people, Geoff and Jim. I was so amazed to see pictures of you 3 together. Thank you again for such a beautiful and tasteful recording.
Oh!THAT Rooster! What a song!
@@EVEROSFP1 it’s really a fantastic song.
Killed it my fren!
That brought back my Lalapalooza ATL experience. I thank you for that. I dig it. Great sound.
I hope Jerry Cantrell sees this. That was incredile brother ROCK ON 🎸
I’m sure he already has. Andy is pretty well known in the guitar community! Jerry probably follows him honestly
@@jocosaway3676 uhhh I bet you he isn't, check out Andy's originals, smokes anything you could ever even comprehend, let alone play
That Telecaster is pure magic.
Hats off to my man John Suhr!! He and I connected in 1997 and he’s an amazing and dedicated builder! Smokin!!
Rick Beato endorsement got me here. Thanks, Rick!!!
Tim pierce got me here
Those tones, those bends, so awesome.
That dirty strat tone is one of the most perfect tones I have heard. I have followed Andy for a long time, so glad he is doing well.
He was playing a telecaster copy for the lead parts! 😂 and a Strat copy for the clean rhythm parts. Yikes. 😂
I wonder what Suhr Strat pickups were used? I just put the v70s in my Strat, super clear and crisp..
@@MrJackal43 Why those parts sounded so good!
Parts Telecaster -is what he is playing. For the attempted heavy lead breaks - He should have had a real Fender Strat, it would have darkened the tone to where it needs to be for this song. The telecaster is too bright and happy sounding.
@@MrJackal43 almost as yikes as lame attempt at being a troll.
This slaps harder than Will Smith.
Suprized people still talk about that 😂
You should hear the original.
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOL WOW! Legit made me laugh! Well done
😂
My sister slaps harder than Will Smith
Brother this is one of my all-time favorite tunes. You kill it with taste and style.
Thanks my dude. It’s just a great great song.
Almost 7 minutes and never boring! Incredible playing.
He's got some incredible tone!
Came looking for a comment on that tone!
That he has!
Majestic! This isn't just virtuoso chops, it's beautiful, lyrical music. I love his taste for where to go next. Best guitar piece I've heard in a very long time.
I can count on one hand the number of musical compositions which have stopped me dead in my tracks the first time I heard them. The original “Rooster” is one of them. Thanks, Andy, for honoring this masterpiece.
@@ae3898 it’s such a great song
All the power of that song was the vocals.
It’s a great song, I disagree. The melody and harmony was equally as important in making this tune as haunting as it is.
@@andywoodmusic Let me re phrase as I also have been performing this for years with a VERY extended solo section, For me the power is in the vocals.
Don’t get me wrong I love painting my own pictures and agreed that melody is addicting but not enough to hold my attention for more then a minute or two then bored. Plus this strikes home for me my father is a Nam vet. That’s the true power of the song for me. At least we have the instrumental version now. You’re the first to the punch congratulations!
The whole damn song is good. Every piece of it.
This version is pure gold.
This took me to places. That's the power of music. Specially great american guitar music: took me to a NY skyline having a good whisky as I admired the city, then it broke down to I driving fast on a LA highway running from a lost love. Then it took me back to my childhood, dreams and hopes. And then to think how far we came as humanity, and a touch of future by the end: where are we going next. Surreal tones out of these Strato and Tele. Been playin guitar from 22 years but generally don't appreciate instrumental guitarrist music, maybe Satriani sometimes. But I definetely am going for this album. A pleasure to meet you Mr. Wood, thanks for this tremendous ride.
@@Danilo-qk2gw thank you for such kind words, I hope you enjoy the new album!
Well said, I've replayed and shared this multiple times and it is the total true feeling music and video thanks again Andy
Everytime I hear this song I think of the 101st airborne division
Andy Wood is the best of the best. He is beyond amazing.
Simply Incredible
You got me on this one. What a masterpiece Andy
@@AmerAliMusic thank you so much, it’s a beautiful song and one that really spoke to me.
@@andywoodmusic It is very well put. I tell you this though, my favorite so far by Andy wood is " Forgotten Secrets" 🙏 hehe
Got the new album today. This is an absolute monster of an album. This will be played constantly. I truly believe this is the greatest instrumental album I've ever heard. Grand slam, Andy.
Woah man, just perfect. 👏
@@OlaEnglund ah thank you my friend!! 🧡 hope you’re doing well Ola!
Now let’s go back and listen to the original. Ohh boy what a goosebumps
Andy proving once again his top-tier status feel and phrasing, not that it was ever in doubt.
Andy Wood is the coolest, baddest, friendliest, most generous guitar virtuoso anywhere to be found. Thanks for this goodness brother! WOW!
Beautiful playing and tone. What a song. Of all the bands I love, AIC is my favorite.
Tasteful and just fuggin masterfully played..! Thank you for keeping a classic alive
Gotta be honest here. Clicked on this, wondering WHO was going to sing this classic timeless song. When it was "a guitar", was disappointed, but still stuck around to see what was what.
F@#k, Wow! Colour me appeased, if not subdued entirely! Stellar!! Epic!! That guitar SINGS!!!
Same here brother! Amazing job!
This is brilliant. I really like this instrumental version. It's really well done.
@@1stSaintsFan thanks so much brotha!
2:02 i said it all,when he goes for solo,the tone is killer!
@@lacuna198928 thanks dude!
man so cool, when you kick in 2:02 #chills. Great Cover of this classic A.I.C. track. #charisma #tone and the video production is excellent man!
Saw him in his younger days smokin' a tele at a theater in pigeon forge TN! Ole smoky hoedown, I knew he was special back then!
This is amazing! I’m sure AIC would approve.
Absolutely stunning rendition, of this incredible song, from one of my all time favorite bands! I am now very excited to hear what the future holds, and what Andy Wood will bring us next. RIP Layne, your loss is felt daily, Brother!
I wanted to add, this song just gave me the same literal goosebumps I got the first time I heard it played by AIC. Not many artists are able to do that for me, AIC was one of them, so was SRV. When I say I am excited for the future, you have no idea how much! ...and your drummers snare sounds absolutely amazing, as well!
I’m sure AIC would approve! Outstanding!
I came across this early this morning, Damn late to the party as usual! anyhoo, I was so impressed with this that I made a point of showing it to my grandson who is studying music in school (he's 14). He sat there in silence for the whole performance just gobsmacked. He then said, "that's my next performance piece, how unusual there's no singing in it". I took him to the original (the one with the gory video), to which he said "well that's pretty intense, musically I prefer the instrumental one". He's now in the process of working it out for himself. He already plans on getting his music teacher to play the acoustic and his sister to do the keys. What an iconic performance this is, truly gut wrenching playing!
Good on ya, Grandpa.
@@kurthanson4106 Thank you... I think... I read that and thought "Damn, makes me sound really old" then I figured at just a spit over half a century I am really old... Still, not too old to appreciate an awesome groove (even my language sounds dated too!).
@@MrMinddoctor, no disrespect intended, just wanted to praise your sharing of your obviously well developed taste in music, and the performing arts.
@@kurthanson4106 hey Kurt, none taken, I thought it was funny!
Beautiful.
Such an awesome amazing musician keep doing what your doing Andy love ya bro!!!
I absoutely love the subtlety of the way you play the verse melody. Perfection
This song Rocks....
love it when guitar players honor other guitar players, when it's done awesome like this
Jerry is a legend. 🧡
Beautiful! Love it
Yes!!!! Brought a tear to my eye Andy, stunning version. Layne was totally one of my heros and Jerry is riff demon. 10/10 🔥🔥🔥🔥
The fact that this was made by a guy named Andy Wood, almost makes this video feel like a completed circle.
Nice!!🎸🎸
Other Worldly! Stellar Playing!!
How many of you sang while he was playing?
Thank you so much, Andy! The world is truly fortunate to have someone like you! I enjoyed a lot.❤
too kind, thank u so much
Intense, beautiful, frightening, brilliant in so many ways!
Love the music and video ♥️🎸♥️🌟♥️🌟♥️🌟♥️🌟⭐️💫
Bravo Andy 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🔥🔥
I don't remember how I heard of you Andy, but I'm glad I did. I was watching one of your Suhr videos earlier and decided to subscribe but realized I had already done that. This is what happens when you reach your late 60s.😎 Keep on, you give a geezer with arthritic hands a dose of inspiration. Thank you!
@@gregkoelling615 cheers my friend, thank for the kind words 🍻
Moved to tears man.
Epic home video, playing dress-up to look like some 90s megastar.
It’s just a haunting and beautiful melody. You did it justice, my friend.
This is super cool and your guitar tone is awesome. I'll have to check out more of your stuff.
You killed it! Layne (and his dad) would be proud!
Not to be a stickler but The Rooster is Jerry's dad
Noted. I had always thought it was Layne's dad! Must have gotten my wires crossed up.
You know what's funny? Long story short. I decided to find out everything about AIC that I forgot or didn't know from back in the day. And one of the things I read, said it was Laynes father. It said the song was inspired from Jerry's father but it was Laynes father in the video so I thought the same thing as Isaac.. Stupid journalists or websites or whatever!!!
@@wedgemoose1yeah, it’s frustrating when the professionals don’t bother to read the writing credits that show who writes what. 100% Jerry lyrics and music about his dad.
This guy is so smooth and did this version unbelievable
Who the hell is this he's amazing
Cheers bro! 🙏🏻🫡🍻
Andy is an absolute badass guitar player and overall musician. One of the great virtuosos that deserves a helluva lot more than 50k subscribers. Rock on Andy!
The name is…Dalton. Oops, I mean Andy Wood.
Mr. Wood. I'm born 1973. Goosebumps all over my body... Luv ya
Killer guitar
Andy can tear up that guitar...GREAT music...
Since you ve posted this compo, I didn't stop listening to it
Was about to comment... doesn't have as much "bite" as original but then 2:05 and following... really enjoyed it!
Thank you very much for sharing this. I can’t believe that I’ve not heard of this brilliant musician before today. What a player!
I have to say this is absolutely brilliant and inspiring - Congratulations I'm a new fan.
Andy Wood is ultra talented, so I knew this was going to be great. But kudos also to whoever produced the video, often these things end up looking like a high school project, but this was really well done.
Cant stop playing this lovely cover and great playing Andy awesome work🎸
Awesome!!!
Any time someone does a sick cover of my favorite band and is 100x better at guitar than me they get a sub. Well done sir.
@@thanevakarian9762 thank you sir 🙏🏻🍻
@@andywoodmusic 🫡
I’ve never heard this version before or even knew Andy Wood did a cover. However, I picked my Guitar up right away and went into an improv jam that went right into the zone and it was epic
Beautiful. Lots of elements to love here - the choice of the cover, the guitar-centric approach, and the cool calm virtuosity.
Awesome..thanks for sharing your experience with us.
Amazing!
AIC are one of my favourite bands of all time, and i never thought that an instrumental without LAYNE could do any justice, but you have done an amazing job of this song .i get goose bumps every time i play this. thank you ANDY !!!!!!
@@michaeledwards1097 thank you for the kind words 🙏🏻
One of my all time favorite Alice in Chains songs. You kill it Andy. Outstanding job.
So epic bro, you have been absolutely killing it lately!
@@Mcfly0856 thank you brethren! Years of foundation building.
Andy is incredibly talented, humble and unassuming. I've had the pleasure of watching him since he was still in high school.
@@jeanninejones8350 🧡small world
Incredible! Absolutely outstanding cover. Brought a tear to my eye. Well done Mr. Wood. Subscription earned.Cheers from Canada!
Sensational all around. I want this guitar now!
Great job!
I loved this. Beautiful playing. Killer tribute.
@@joshprice7436 thanks so much Josh.
@@andywoodmusic You're one of the very best players alive, sir. Sorry dude, I don't make the rules...🤣
Dang it
It’s this Rooster. Did not see it coming.
Will be home in a couple hours, then Ima blast it. Bless Layne and AIC.
Forever a fan
Awesome! Great playing Andy! Also love the Bass and Engineering by our crazy Uncle Ben Eller!!!🎸🎶🔥💙🎸
I love it , great instrumental version of this great song. !!!!
You, Ben and your peeps have put in the work. This is fantastic sonically, visually, and emotionally. I hope for your continued success and will do my best to catch a show next time your in my area.
This is my all time favorite right now
Incredible!!! 🎉 you got that soul in you like Zakk Wylde...bravo!!!
Way to make it your own. I was looking for the lyrics and not only did you capture those but the overall feel as a whole
sweet
Best instrumental version on the internet !!!!! Never ever felt absence of vox
@@mettlus thank you! We all miss Layne, and I’d sing it if I could. But the guitar was the best voice I’ve got 🎸
@@mettlus thank you! We all miss Layne, and I’d sing it if I could. But the guitar was the best voice I’ve got 🎸
Excellent Thanks For This
@@mikegriffin104 thanks for the kind words! It’s such a terrific song.
Dude this is great on a musical AND visual level! Well done!!