How To Play The Stretchy Van Halen Lick - 'Beat It' Guitar Solo | EVH Striped Series 'Frankie'

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    In this video, I am showing you how to play a small section from the Michael Jackson - Beat It Solo.
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  • @CameronCooper
    @CameronCooper  4 роки тому +156

    I also teach Skype lessons : if anyone would like to get in touch email me: camcooperguitar@gmail.com

  • @vibewithed1
    @vibewithed1 4 роки тому +1147

    Bro your tone is spot on 🔥

    • @jameshill2015
      @jameshill2015 4 роки тому +23

      Agreed..something so often kills a decent riff demo!!

    • @GuitarGangsterArmi
      @GuitarGangsterArmi 4 роки тому +10

      And tasty

    • @whhitestallion
      @whhitestallion 4 роки тому +25

      And his playing! Geez. Finally someone who nailed it

    • @vibewithed1
      @vibewithed1 4 роки тому +2

      whhitestallion yea fr!

    • @victorgracia4754
      @victorgracia4754 4 роки тому +8

      I ask him one time about the tone, and he said it is just a THR, which is sick!!!

  • @paulallenscard8553
    @paulallenscard8553 4 роки тому +598

    This is the closest I’ve ever seen anyone get to this solo. Impeccable

    • @paulallenscard8553
      @paulallenscard8553 4 роки тому +19

      note2owns I’ve watched him for years and he’s phenomenal, but I honestly don’t think he quite matches this

    • @klistarf
      @klistarf 4 роки тому +5

      I concur. I don't think even the amazing Jennifer Batten gets as close as this. \m/ (:o)

    • @rodneygrogg8158
      @rodneygrogg8158 4 роки тому +4

      Incredibly sick

    • @ricardofreitas6973
      @ricardofreitas6973 2 роки тому

      I agree! 🤘

    • @rufuscollis303
      @rufuscollis303 2 роки тому +1

      I always doubted if that could actually even be played live to the same standard. There goes that theory. 😭

  • @gunsmoke132
    @gunsmoke132 4 роки тому +114

    Bruh, the tone is like listening to evh recording. Crazy.

  • @annihilatorgaming446
    @annihilatorgaming446 4 роки тому +99

    RIP Eddie Van Halen he was an amazing guitarist

  • @davidlloyd9598
    @davidlloyd9598 4 роки тому +87

    Great lesson. EVH was a massive Holdsworth fan and these stretchy legato phrases are what Allan would use. He would use whole tone and diminished scales missing the notes in-between and skipping strings spanning huge intervals. Both incredible guitarists.

    • @HenritheHorse
      @HenritheHorse 4 роки тому +13

      It's crazy to hear Allans influences in Eddies playing and hear Eddies influences on Dimebags playing! And I love them all!

    • @curtpozzi5527
      @curtpozzi5527 4 роки тому +2

      Yngwie Malmsteen was also influenced by Holdsworth as well.

    • @ricka5959
      @ricka5959 4 роки тому +4

      I read somewhere that Eddie recorded this solo with an amp he borrowed from Holdsworth.

    • @davidlloyd9598
      @davidlloyd9598 4 роки тому +3

      @@ricka5959 That is true. It was a Hartley Thompson amp.

    • @ricka5959
      @ricka5959 4 роки тому

      @@davidlloyd9598 Cool, thanks for the info. You won't find that on Wikipedia :^)

  • @billymcguiremusic
    @billymcguiremusic Рік тому +7

    The closest to Eddie's tone, phrasing, and feel. You absolutely killed it! I've seen so many people cover this solo, but almost none of them capture Eddie's feel and phrasing.

  • @altonwilliams7117
    @altonwilliams7117 4 роки тому +181

    How Eddie came up with that solo is mind blowing. It’s unlike anything. I couldn’t play that if I practiced a hundred years.

    • @kuyakoi3469
      @kuyakoi3469 4 роки тому +18

      Make it a hundred and one and youll get it

    • @chriskifaya735
      @chriskifaya735 4 роки тому +19

      I'm pretty sure he did it in one take too....make sure you pick your brain off the floor as it likely will melt out your ears after you think about that.

    • @bday55
      @bday55 4 роки тому +9

      break it down into smaller segments and then practice each segment

    • @mikerainwater6154
      @mikerainwater6154 3 роки тому

      Ooh we can copy it! How in the World could u invent it

    • @altonwilliams7117
      @altonwilliams7117 3 роки тому

      @Aaron Silva I heard Dave tell that story. 🎵

  • @bradleymccaffrey4325
    @bradleymccaffrey4325 3 роки тому +5

    Seen this played by well over 100 pros and god knows how many intermediate players .one of the most famous riffs in rock history and this video is one of the best I’ve seen .take a bow your playing is awesome 👏

  • @rudolfschenker
    @rudolfschenker 4 роки тому +8

    That is fucking insane, I can't believe you can play that EXACTLY like the recording. You play like a boss, thanks for sharing this.

  • @ashishleons
    @ashishleons 4 роки тому +5

    This is EXACTLY the portion of the solo that needed explaining. Thank you!

  • @warezzz1
    @warezzz1 4 роки тому +49

    this is maybe world best beatitsolo copy

    • @TheMotiveDJ
      @TheMotiveDJ 4 роки тому

      Look up David Escobar's version. Trust me it's infinitely better, you'll see. Actual attention to detail.

  • @vincesalutari4501
    @vincesalutari4501 4 роки тому +34

    Great tone and articulation. You really nailed this.

  • @abrahamrodrigues1049
    @abrahamrodrigues1049 4 роки тому +69

    Rest In Peace Mr Eddie van Halen. Damn , hard to take in he passed away .

    • @mikerainwater6154
      @mikerainwater6154 3 роки тому +1

      He ain't DEAD! God needed Geetar lessons 😜🤪

  • @hatred9427
    @hatred9427 4 місяці тому +1

    The tone on this guitar is phenomenal, that tremolo section is on point with Eddie's.

    • @CameronCooper
      @CameronCooper  4 місяці тому

      Thanks a lot! I work hard. I've refined this solo further and further since I shot this vid.

  • @alfredomendozajr.5124
    @alfredomendozajr.5124 4 роки тому +2

    All I can say is WOW! The tone, the feel, the dynamics, the musicality. Great job

  • @michaelmuller5489
    @michaelmuller5489 2 роки тому +1

    want to learn the van halen strech lick, watched 5 different "UA-cam-Teachers"...now i have seen 5 different versions of that lick. i think i try yours...you are so most sympathic.

  • @alexjackson8841
    @alexjackson8841 4 роки тому +15

    0:16 the pinch harmonic. There’s is no sound more satisfying

  • @jefersonribeiroguitarrista5053
    @jefersonribeiroguitarrista5053 4 роки тому +18

    I love this song, because is much technical! Van Halen is a greatest guitar hero! 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

  • @111Marizaki
    @111Marizaki 4 роки тому +10

    One of the best covers of the solo ❤️✊🏼🤟🏼👏🏻🔥

    • @TheMotiveDJ
      @TheMotiveDJ 4 роки тому +1

      Look up David Escobar's version. Trust me it's infinitely better, you'll see. Actual attention to detail.

  • @ranger5281
    @ranger5281 5 місяців тому +1

    Excellent job breaking down that lick... indeed, the hardest part of that epic solo.

  • @redcloudshaman2509
    @redcloudshaman2509 3 роки тому +4

    Excellent lesson. You covered the dynamics as well as the intricate details and including thumb and hand position.
    You're an excellent teacher. Thanks!

  • @amilcarvalenca3381
    @amilcarvalenca3381 4 роки тому +15

    I really enjoy people who like EVH , specially you.

  • @samueltorres9961
    @samueltorres9961 3 роки тому +4

    This was the part I needed to finish THE BEAT it GUITAR SOLO. I got it!! because this guy really slowed it down for us nice and clean, not like others that are going a hundred miles an hour. Great man let's Rock.

  • @willmurphy1496
    @willmurphy1496 7 місяців тому +1

    Casually cranks out one of the best Beat It solo covers i’ve ever seen and then teaches, actually crazy

  • @samueltorres9961
    @samueltorres9961 3 роки тому +2

    One of my favorite guitar solos ever

  • @michaelmairnos4558
    @michaelmairnos4558 4 роки тому +7

    The cleanest cover I've ever heard

    • @TheMotiveDJ
      @TheMotiveDJ 4 роки тому +1

      Look up David Escobar's version. Trust me it's infinitely better, you'll see. Actual attention to detail.

  • @michael-dy8tz
    @michael-dy8tz Рік тому

    Best tutorial for beat it. The last licks are mind-blowing.

  • @JohnBruceGuitars1
    @JohnBruceGuitars1 4 роки тому +2

    Nice too see someone so young tackle these licks effortlessly awesome Cameron

  • @himnem561
    @himnem561 4 роки тому +2

    Shows the crazy talent of EVH

  • @bweeks8869
    @bweeks8869 4 роки тому +4

    Love the tone Cameron. That is the part of the solo that always intrigued me. Thanks for the lesson.

  • @JamesSully
    @JamesSully 4 роки тому +103

    My phone thought this was the actual song

  • @ChucksterOLove
    @ChucksterOLove 4 роки тому +3

    Definitely the best 'Beat It' solo I've ever seen... 👌

  • @rogerdasilva09
    @rogerdasilva09 4 роки тому +2

    I can't believe he's gone so soon. What a monster. RIP Eddie. Great job on this video, man.

  • @leighzimmer6949
    @leighzimmer6949 4 роки тому +30

    Can you plz share the amps setttings

  • @nigelgrim
    @nigelgrim 4 роки тому +5

    Some fancy playing there! Tone is incredible👍

  • @greatwhite61967
    @greatwhite61967 3 роки тому

    Hi Cameron,
    Can't deny that this is one of the best versions I've heard of Eddie Van Halen's solo on Michael Jackson's " Beat It " single...
    I'm not a lead & rythm guitarist as I started out messing around on the drums until I was constantly pestered by my best friend , at the time , to pick up & play a bass guitar...
    I wasn't interested at all & I knew he only wanted me to play bass guitar because he needed a bass player to play with him when he played his electric guitar but I have to thank him for his persistence as when I finally gave in & picked up a bass guitar it just felt so at home & it was so natural for me & I soon discovered that I had subconsciously stored all these great bass guitar parts in my head for many year's while growing up & listing to different genres & these lines just came flooding out & I've been in love with the bass guitar since...
    But I also love all instruments & music genres & all the musician's who bring music alive & like everyone else on first hearing the solo for " Beat It " i knew something special had happened within the way guitar solo's could & would be played...
    It still amazes me to this day how certain instruments or a piece of music can really move us inside & it's just something you feel inside that pulls at your inner soul & if you don't feel this there's just no explaining it to those who unfortunately don't or won't want to feel it!..
    To me " Music Is Life " end of story...
    I doubt you'll read this but if you do just one little side note...
    Though I'll never attempt this I enjoyed this break down very much & thank you for taking the time to pick an iconic & at the time ground breaking guitar solo...
    I don't know if it's on my side, as casting it to my TV or listening to it on my phone on UA-cam but the Volume of your Voice was difficult to make out while you were playing certain parts & I couldn't hear 100% what you were saying but it was still amazing to watch & listen to your interpretation of the late great Eddie Van Halen's , I'd say , most talked about guitar solo by musician's & just casual listeners also...
    In light of this still ongoing coronavirus stay safe and healthy to all of you all around the world...
    .....

  • @emilefeltesse
    @emilefeltesse 4 роки тому +1

    What a terrific Frankenstrat! Never seen such a middle pick-up!

  • @rabbirelax
    @rabbirelax 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent! I appreciate your using note names, not just fret, and, string locations! Legit fretboard knowledge: a lost art.

  • @danboniface914
    @danboniface914 4 роки тому +7

    AWESOME man. Some serious talent right there.

  • @matthewdrake9699
    @matthewdrake9699 8 місяців тому +1

    What a tone!!! It sounds like you’re playing outside with 1000 speakers cabinets!!

  • @khakuda
    @khakuda 4 роки тому +15

    Well you got that one down well enough to teach it back to Ed.

  • @simon-di7xt
    @simon-di7xt 3 роки тому +3

    2:14 Dude! I've been practicing this solo and that part is the part I've been struggling, and because of what you advice to do is to put the thumb in the bottom of the neck.. Now i can play the solo peacefully thanks a lot!

  • @backpfeifengesichtsyndrome3708
    @backpfeifengesichtsyndrome3708 2 роки тому +1

    Holy shit you even nailed the slighlty muted tapping riff at the very end, dude thats fucking next level fuckkk

  • @DarkSim77
    @DarkSim77 2 роки тому +1

    Great warm up lick for the left hand when done SLOWLY ...

  • @donatobaonguis4315
    @donatobaonguis4315 4 роки тому +1

    Notes and Tones...spot on

  • @phatbackbeat6553
    @phatbackbeat6553 4 роки тому +83

    Heard this solo was Ed’s second take.., then he left.

    • @CameronCooper
      @CameronCooper  4 роки тому +24

      Yeah second take of 2!

    • @jaidcz9068
      @jaidcz9068 4 роки тому +16

      what a goddamn legend

    • @JohnProph
      @JohnProph 3 роки тому +2

      same as Eruption....2 takes and they chose the best one

    • @Riqsuav1
      @Riqsuav1 4 місяці тому

      Yep, and i saw an interview Ed did and said he also had to rearrange the entire song a bit so this solo fit better. MJ heard it and loved it!!

  • @Steve_Rotter
    @Steve_Rotter 20 днів тому

    Thanks Cameron! This is a crazy riff to play since you can't tell where it's going when played slow. I just did some legato thing to pull it off and was kind of close. Thanks for breaking it down!

  • @MrAKbass
    @MrAKbass 4 роки тому

    That tone is spot on, well done! IMHO this EVH solo is still the most original guitar solo on any pop tune, hands down.

  • @jnied
    @jnied 4 роки тому

    Watching this makes me respect EVH even more! What a legend

  • @osamabinpawning123
    @osamabinpawning123 Рік тому +17

    this is way harder then it looks

  • @Hoscitt
    @Hoscitt 2 роки тому +1

    Outstanding!
    This is the reason I picked up a guitar in the 80's 👍🤘

  • @MrMatthiasSchneider
    @MrMatthiasSchneider 3 роки тому +1

    INSANE guitar tone.

  • @Sol_Invictus77
    @Sol_Invictus77 4 роки тому +27

    2:32 STILL SNOOP DOGGY DOGG AND DOCTOR DRE !!!!

  • @drinix
    @drinix 4 роки тому +2

    Love your mastery of the EVH as well as your own style. Great work keep it up! An inspired fan from the California beach

  • @akashsuryawanshi6267
    @akashsuryawanshi6267 Рік тому

    Holy shit. This is the best cover ive ever seen of beat it.

  • @visionaryphoenix5036
    @visionaryphoenix5036 3 роки тому +1

    This solo guitar is just fire🔥love it!

  • @factors
    @factors 4 роки тому +3

    Amazing technic! Amazing sound! Great Job dude ;)

  • @adam__mark
    @adam__mark Рік тому +1

    So much for making this, man! It’s a huge help! 🙏🎸

  • @san..
    @san.. 4 роки тому +3

    You know how many videos I've seen try to do the perfect wammy thing at 0:13
    You're version, even though a little slow, Its absolutely perfect.

  • @petemayr
    @petemayr Рік тому

    What a masterpiece of a solo

  • @xilofonia1
    @xilofonia1 4 роки тому +3

    Congratulations!
    Also, you made the same sound of Eddie! Perfect!

  • @danielgonzaleztejedor9486
    @danielgonzaleztejedor9486 4 роки тому

    You nailed that tone as I remember when I heard it in '82.

  • @stevenartascos2918
    @stevenartascos2918 4 роки тому +2

    Very nice... Alright totally enjoyed that, I haven't picked up my guitar in years, but it's very Kool to watch you guys rip it up.. thank you, ..

  • @mikeivey8471
    @mikeivey8471 4 роки тому +1

    Incredible , sir !! Always a joy to watch you play !!

  • @HarptoHeart69
    @HarptoHeart69 4 роки тому

    My God that tone is absolutely incredible, in fact it's beautiful? 🤘🖤

  • @nekkimaru_22
    @nekkimaru_22 4 роки тому +26

    those who disliked this doesn't know how to play guitar

  • @lesfrithdidier2745
    @lesfrithdidier2745 4 роки тому +2

    Great! You're really a great player! Thanks for the demo!

  • @erikhendrickson59
    @erikhendrickson59 4 роки тому

    One of the all-time great guitar solos!

  • @waynetyson3951
    @waynetyson3951 2 роки тому +2

    Holy crap! Incredible!

  • @codygudleske6581
    @codygudleske6581 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely beautiful my friend!!!

  • @benreid5738
    @benreid5738 3 роки тому

    Absolutely perfect, best solo cover I've ever seen

  • @essasquared1396
    @essasquared1396 2 роки тому +2

    The tone in enviously spot on. Amazing video man

    • @CameronCooper
      @CameronCooper  2 роки тому +1

      I use a Yamaha THR30II for all tones. If you got one, there's no need to envy 🤘🏻

    • @rakeshmehra3657
      @rakeshmehra3657 10 місяців тому

      Can you use a boss katana mk2 or evh overdrive 5150 to get same tones

    • @CameronCooper
      @CameronCooper  10 місяців тому

      I'm sure you could get pretty get there with either but 90% of the sound comes from learning the licks, tricks and songs to the best of your ability.

  • @Chris-xr1en
    @Chris-xr1en 4 роки тому +11

    Only the solo was played by Eddie van halen the other parts are played by Steve lukather from toto

  • @rhysgerwin4902
    @rhysgerwin4902 2 роки тому

    That stretch is gnarly.

  • @stevepartain864
    @stevepartain864 3 роки тому +1

    That first and second stretch is a killer, that will take some time just to get that under your fingers, man that is a tough one. Great stretch lesson.

    • @CameronCooper
      @CameronCooper  3 роки тому +1

      And the more you stretch the easier it gets

    • @stevepartain864
      @stevepartain864 3 роки тому +1

      @@CameronCooper Yes Sir, these 64 year fingers take a while to get limbered up but its doable. I just go back and forth about 30 times and its a lot easier.

  • @DosrinMosin
    @DosrinMosin 4 роки тому +12

    Hai buddy you playing so awesome, I'm watching from Borneo. Done subscribe too. Keep it up.

  • @shanealan2995
    @shanealan2995 4 роки тому +12

    Lynch does a similar lick in "In my dreams"

    • @jamesh5564
      @jamesh5564 4 роки тому +4

      Indeed. He actually briefly stretches to the 20th fret for that one, if I remember correctly.

    • @jeffbear3075
      @jeffbear3075 3 роки тому

      Lynch,DeMartini,EVH all have such similar styles.And all played in the L.A.area when they were real young.I'd kill to have the talent to play like any of those dudes.Or this one for that matter.

  • @rpja8874
    @rpja8874 3 роки тому

    I was looking for a better lesson for this part of the solo. And this is far the best one.

  • @Toquelibre
    @Toquelibre 3 роки тому

    You are such an amazing player and Teacher. Love your Guitar Tone and Technique.

  • @stevenausten9935
    @stevenausten9935 4 роки тому +1

    Great lesson. I’m actually learning this solo at the moment , many thanks 😊

  • @jonathanprivitera9394
    @jonathanprivitera9394 3 роки тому

    Subscribed, the tone is perfect and the playing is flawless.
    Thanks youtube for showing me your channel !

  • @jessecadena58
    @jessecadena58 4 роки тому +4

    I've attempted learning this solo a few times and this particular section would stop me in my tracks because of the stretch but as you pointed out lowering the thumb on the neck is key. That was my problem after lowering my thumb I was able to reach those notes. Thanks!

  • @danielhounslow4274
    @danielhounslow4274 4 роки тому

    Sustain for days! Love your playing

  • @guitarbrew6391
    @guitarbrew6391 4 роки тому +39

    I have to tap this lick, really struggle with the stretch

    • @cameronlaroche3536
      @cameronlaroche3536 4 роки тому +3

      Same my hand structure just simply won't let me reach no matter what positioning

    • @Pulse2AM
      @Pulse2AM 4 роки тому +4

      Try and get the outside of your index finger as close the the fret as possible and angle your hand so the palm of your hand is touching where the neck meets the body of the guitar. I tried it and I can reach but when my hand was straight on to the fretboard I can't reach. Look close at Cameron's hand position.

    • @MATRIX1999ism
      @MATRIX1999ism 4 роки тому

      @@Pulse2AM thanks bud, i tried out and nearly reached the position. I thought i wasnt fisically capable

    • @Pulse2AM
      @Pulse2AM 4 роки тому

      @@MATRIX1999ism No problem, it's still a big stretch if you have small hands like me.

  • @prateepdasgupta
    @prateepdasgupta 4 роки тому +1

    Wow that's perfect. I've always dreamed of playing this. May be with this video and another year of practice I'll be able to make some progress 🙏

  • @erichutchison4232
    @erichutchison4232 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome. RIP Eddie

  • @njskyline976
    @njskyline976 3 роки тому

    The sound is so huge!! Wanna get one after seeing this.

  • @nihilist92
    @nihilist92 3 роки тому

    You're a fantastic teacher. Thanks for breaking this down!

  • @jakeeboy64
    @jakeeboy64 3 роки тому +1

    Fantastic execution, awesome, I can but dream!

  • @ricdiclemente6616
    @ricdiclemente6616 4 роки тому

    One of the hippest guitar solos for the day !

  • @ivanrolando2608
    @ivanrolando2608 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for explali this solo..
    Now it's all clear!!!!

  • @unknwn_usr3077
    @unknwn_usr3077 4 роки тому +1

    Beautiful Guitar

  • @DennisTeti
    @DennisTeti 3 роки тому

    Hi, Cam. Great lessons. Your playing is always fun and exciting. Cheers

  • @rufuscollis303
    @rufuscollis303 2 роки тому +3

    Any beginners just starting out... this is a great solo to start with. Once you've this lick nailed you can move on with confidence . 👍

  • @2424rocket
    @2424rocket 2 роки тому +1

    You are a wonderful guitar player, you have genuine soul… And even your teaching style is terrific. The major disappointment is you’re not teaching us the entire solo. I’ve never seen anybody play it better… Well… Except for one guy.

    • @CameronCooper
      @CameronCooper  2 роки тому

      Thank you! But always good to leave em hungry 🤘🏻🤣

    • @2424rocket
      @2424rocket 2 роки тому

      @@CameronCooper i’m 5 foot eight… And 125 pounds… I don’t need to be hungry. But thanks.

    • @CameronCooper
      @CameronCooper  2 роки тому

      @@2424rocket 😂 you know what I meant. I just taught the part I liked most in this solo. The rest is pretty generic Eddie licks

    • @2424rocket
      @2424rocket 2 роки тому +1

      What’s funny is you think this stuff is easy. It’s only easy to you because you’ve been playing since you’re four years old. What I liked about watching you play the most is how “smooth“ you are… And it seems effortless in your hands. I tried learning the lick you were teaching but my fingers do not even come close to stretching that far. You are fucking amazing and so much fun to watch.
      If you ever get to Las Vegas, look me up… I’d love to have you play a solo on one of my songs. Lol.

  • @notajp
    @notajp 4 роки тому

    Gotta love that sustain!

  • @tjghostchain6212
    @tjghostchain6212 3 роки тому

    The intro was fire 🔥

  • @OscarSalasOfficial
    @OscarSalasOfficial 12 днів тому +1

    Awesome playing man!

  • @JeremysRockSchool365
    @JeremysRockSchool365 3 роки тому +1

    great work brother. you really capture the vibe and tone.