ahhh Tom...We must be kindred spirits! My 2 biggest Rock guitar heroes are Eddie and Yngwie...and you have captured their explosiveness, precision and spirit in your courses. I'm already enrolled in your Swedish Shred Secrets and I will be enrolling in your Shred Like Ed!!!! WhooHoo, thanks!
Many people think of Van Halen as the best at playing solos... in reality his rhythm parts are unmatchable, not technically, but due to the idea he had of the guitar... it was all there, power, groove, tone ... and you are an incredible guitarist, who interprets it at its best:
@@JohnEtter-z3o That dude is really good but, if I’m being a perfectionist, he’s a little sloppy. Timing is sometimes off and leaves little mistakes in. But, he’s way better than I am so who the f am I to talk.
OMFG!!! I've listened to TONS of Eddie covers over the years, but no one has done a better job of encapsulating the tone, the licks and, especially, the FEEL of Eddie!
If you do the Hagar era, I think 5150, Black and Blue, Summer Nights, Poundcake, Amsterdam, Can't Stop Loving You, and Cabo Wabo would be some great choices.
@@zackvanhalen Great choices. Might need to go buy a Transtrem to handle Summer Nights. Totally worth it. Love the Hagar era. Don't know why it cops so much hate. The DLR era was incredible, but why does one have to 'beat' the other you know? Apples and Oranges.
Awww. Wish I'd have seen them. ZZ Top was my first. Great show. You got to see them in all the raw, effervescent youth that they were while making their best music.
Eddie van Halen didn't pass away, he just moved to venus where it always rains metal 🤘🤘. But seriously, thank you so much, Sir Edward Van Halen, for the music you gave us. There was never one like you and there will NEVER be another. Thank you for being the legend you were and are, and forever will be. The world of rock/metal was never the same when you entered and it will never be the same when you departed. I love you, sir, you were more than a musician. You were an inspiration, a hero, and a legend, and always will be. I love you, man, Rest easy for me, and God bless.
👏👏👏 ... I echo that! I have been waiting my whole life to get Ed's tone & play like Ed. I signed up for Tom's courses and bought a Helix today ... I'm so happy to find "Shred Like Ed" on UA-cam! I was fortunate to see VH 3 times. 1982 (Nassau Coliseum NY), 1984 (MSG NYC), 2015 (Jones Beach NY). In 2015, 1 was 5 rows back and on Ed's side of the stage. He sounded great. I yell-out out to him, saying it was great to see him ... he gave me a big smile, and I snapped a great pic. He is missed so much! RIP!
very well done, honest and sincere homage to the immortal Master. as you said, "Eddie will never be conquered" and you've been respectful, i think the Master smiled approvingly 🤘💛🤘
All of his riffs, even ones you didn't play here, show exactly why Ed was the true GOAT. No one did it like him ever and no one will. 🎸 Rest in peace Edward
Your tone and playing are amazing! You make it look so easy. "I don't ask for permission!" Unchained is, was, has been and always will be my favorite VH song.
I'm blown away! You are clearly a dedicated EVH student. Many try, some come close but you kicked ass and took names with this medley. I can't wait for the next installment of the Sammy era. You earned a new subscriber big time! 🤘
Dang dude you kick ass! It must have taken a good deal of time to play that well and sound so much like Eddie! I was blown away listening to this medley. Simply amazing!
I don't know if it's modulation, note progression, or melodic pattern, but I absolutely LOVE the combinations used in Yordnoff's songs--a signature style.
❤🎉. Sat he stunned, amazed, in ore.. Then a tear in my eye, thinking of Eddie's passing. Being the age I am, I have every VH vinyl, and then the CD's. ... you awoke my love of every album. Mate, what a tribute. Thank you 😢
Merci pour ce moment 🙏 Pour moi, EVH laissera une trace dans l’histoire de la guitare beaucoup plus importante que celle de Jimi… qui reste une influence majeure de bon nombre de guitariste plus de 50 ans après sa mort… Jimi était un précurseur certes, de génie, mais EVH était un véritable génie 🙏
Thank you for watching. I couldn’t agree more. Jimi was special, but EVH is incomparable. Which is why we love to celebrate what he gave us until we die!
We had VH play in our backyard party in 1974 before any of their own songs were made. They were the #1 backyard garage band in the San Gabriel Valley. It cost us $200 the first time when they played in El Monte Ca. and $300 the second time when the Party in the Desert was busted before it started. I saw them play right after they signed with their record label in 75 or 76 at the Golden West Ballroom in Norwalk Ca. It was a dance hall on Thursday nights for rock and roll and that Thursday night it was a concert that headlined UFO and Van Halen. They both played their first original songs off of their first LP's. It was beyond amazing to hear history being made and nobody knew it at that time. Van Halen definitely was far better than UFO that night, and as history has proven. I am commenting on the Panama video and it's just my opinion...Old fat grandpa lead man that can't sing with a talented tourist back-up band with too many players on stage. When did sweatpants become "Rock-Wear"? I was more than disappointed when I have seen way better cover bands playing at the NASCAR Races in Phoenix Az. Again...This is just my opinion. I have also given advice to a young Chayce Beckham who in the beginning of his songwriting career was into Reggae Music and wrote about what he knew about at the time...Booze, Broads and Blunts. I told his stepdad give him time, he is only writing about what he knows about now. As time went on he would win the American Idol Contest in season 19 in 2021. I hope everyone keeps on rocking and you can like or love whatever kind of music that floats your boat. River Rick out.
Spot on renditions of MR EDWARD VAN HALEN guitar work and this is coming from a true VAN HALEN fan from 78 to 84 ŵhen i first heard running with the devil and then ERUPTION i was hooked best band that ever formed the chemistry between all band members was phenomenal the music was dynamic in your face explosion nuclear bomb rock! RIP MR EDWARD VAN HALEN i and all wish you were still here !😢
Your rendition of Eddie Van Halen solos was absolutely mind-blowing You captured his signature style and technique flawlessly. A true guitar virtuoso Cheers
AMAZING JOB! Very well done! I'm not familliar with all of Eddie's catalog, but certainly I felt like watching him playing in your play, because you replicate really well his signature swing! Keep on going!
I tend not to listen to Van Halen covers - but here I am listenin' to this for what - the 12th time. Incredible! Gobsmacked at how great this sounds - you nailed everything.
Are we sure that Eddie isn't still alive and he's trolling us with this video? My god, the best covers I've ever seen. Thanks for adding, "Mean Street," a song I think gets overlooked too often. Your attention to every detail of EVH is perfection. Thanks for putting this together and keep it up.
Great transitions, awesome tone and an amazing show of dedication to not just play the licks but also capture so many of the nuances in Ed's playing. I found myself watching your picking hand just as much as the fretting hand, very nice work!
Best cover of 'Jump' solo ive heard yet. The timing of that last bit is _almost always_ messed up in covers; subtle, but so obvious when it's wrong. Nicely done 👍
OMG! Godlike!! If I ever wanted someone to teach me how to play the guitar it would be you... the best player I´ve ever seen.. what a technique, man! I´m stunned ..
THAT! Was so much FUN! Thank you for all your hard work and for sharing this with all of us. At one point I laughed out loud. The joy still shines through after all these years. Thank you, Mr. Tom. Great effin' work! :)
You are so welcome! Thanks for commenting too. EVH’s playing was full of joy, and I think it’s great to celebrate him in whatever way we can. Long live EVH 😎 👑
Allllrighhht…ahhhh ah aha ahhhhhhhh!!! That was awesome 👏🏼 Your notes sounded more like live Ed than note for note covers and your transitions were so smooth and effortless. Well done. Thanks
The tone is awesome, it has all the goodness of Ed's original brown sound but with a little clearer voicing IMO. And like Ed always said, that could very well be in the fingers. 😉
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ahhh Tom...We must be kindred spirits! My 2 biggest Rock guitar heroes are Eddie and Yngwie...and you have captured their explosiveness, precision and spirit in your courses. I'm already enrolled in your Swedish Shred Secrets and I will be enrolling in your Shred Like Ed!!!! WhooHoo, thanks!
It felt like listening to the master especially under the headphones. I love the Frankenstein replica. Thank you for your work. Long Live the King.
El flansher que no debe faltar aparte de la diatorsion!!!
Eddie rest in peace
Many people think of Van Halen as the best at playing solos... in reality his rhythm parts are unmatchable, not technically, but due to the idea he had of the guitar... it was all there, power, groove, tone ... and you are an incredible guitarist, who interprets it at its best:
Satsuma3042 does the best Van Halen covers. Check him out
You're smart not easy to find one smart God bless you
@@JohnEtter-z3othank you
I totally agree w/U
@@JohnEtter-z3o That dude is really good but, if I’m being a perfectionist, he’s a little sloppy. Timing is sometimes off and leaves little mistakes in. But, he’s way better than I am so who the f am I to talk.
I wonder how many people understand how much work this musician put into creating this. Unbelievable. Wow.
Cheers Michael. Part 2 is shaping to be twice as long 😅
I Do//// Really Grateful for These Vids!
Mind bending work . Took me three months to learn to play easy stuff like hotel California . Man thjs is awesome
Dude exactly. It’s so beautiful
Tommy makes it look so easy! Nope! Practice! Practice! GO TOMMY GO!
OMFG!!! I've listened to TONS of Eddie covers over the years, but no one has done a better job of encapsulating the tone, the licks and, especially, the FEEL of Eddie!
Seriously, that TONE.
AGREED!😮
You need to look up Jacob deraps… that’s evh reincarnated
@@acrkiller100
Search Sakura van halen medley
Look up Simon Hosford from Australia
No words, this may be the best EVH tribute yet
Awesome tribute to the greatest guitarist to ever walk this earth. RIP Eddie
Hey Shredders! Thanks for watching. What EVH moments should I immortalise in the next instalment? I think the Sammy era deserves some love…
jusdgement day, pleasure dome, poundcake (with the electric drill), don't tell me what love can do, human beings ....
If you do the Hagar era, I think 5150, Black and Blue, Summer Nights, Poundcake, Amsterdam, Can't Stop Loving You, and Cabo Wabo would be some great choices.
@@zackvanhalen Great choices. Might need to go buy a Transtrem to handle Summer Nights. Totally worth it.
Love the Hagar era. Don't know why it cops so much hate. The DLR era was incredible, but why does one have to 'beat' the other you know? Apples and Oranges.
it has to be 5150
Awesome
I think you got the “tone is in the hands” message that Ed always preached. Excellent.
1978 Van Halen was my first concert. You just played ten years of my life. Incredible talent and thank you.
Awww. Wish I'd have seen them. ZZ Top was my first. Great show. You got to see them in all the raw, effervescent youth that they were while making their best music.
6.00 minutes of pure insanity!!! This is brutality!!!! What memories!!!!
Fantastic reminder that it wasn’t just his insane shredding and tone innovation, but the riffs that were simply awesome.
What the heck! The guitar, the licks, the vibes, the tone of the amp and effects, man you nail it!
And device flange
Damn. Eddie would be proud. I love how seamless the song transitions (and use of downtuner) are.
Hopefully Mike! Thanks for watching mate. More EVH content on the way 😀
If Eddie was alive, he'd be so very proud of you!!! ❤❤❤
Nah, he would say “play your own shit and come up with your own style”, just like he told his own son
He is
@@KokoTheGorilla69 exactly. he was very protective and guarded with his work.
His spirit will be always be with us forever!!!!
That riffage during "Mean Street" sends chills up my spine . Nothing touches how awesome that tune is .
Eddie van Halen didn't pass away, he just moved to venus where it always rains metal 🤘🤘. But seriously, thank you so much, Sir Edward Van Halen, for the music you gave us. There was never one like you and there will NEVER be another. Thank you for being the legend you were and are, and forever will be. The world of rock/metal was never the same when you entered and it will never be the same when you departed. I love you, sir, you were more than a musician. You were an inspiration, a hero, and a legend, and always will be. I love you, man, Rest easy for me, and God bless.
Thank you for show us in 6 minutes the genius of Eddie Van Halen. Amazing job, Eddie would be proud!
Absolutely fantastic playing. A real tribute to the King 👑. From a 55 year old life long Van Halen fan. 😊
Respect - cheers Chris 😁🙏
This guy need more attention.... Splendid ❤
Agreed!! He's about to blow up.
I don't know if any video I've ever watched has given me goosebumps the way this did. Thank you for sharing this.
This was totally f****** awesome oh my god what a f****** great job bro bravo bravo rest in peace Eddie can't listen to Van Halen without crying still
OMG!!! this is INSANE! one of the best EVH cover medley.
I started the guitar at 15 because of Eddie, I’m 60 and still as addicted. Beautiful medley. Well done! 👏🏼
👏👏👏 ... I echo that!
I have been waiting my whole life to get Ed's tone & play like Ed. I signed up for Tom's courses and bought a Helix today ... I'm so happy to find "Shred Like Ed" on UA-cam!
I was fortunate to see VH 3 times. 1982 (Nassau Coliseum NY), 1984 (MSG NYC), 2015 (Jones Beach NY). In 2015, 1 was 5 rows back and on Ed's side of the stage. He sounded great. I yell-out out to him, saying it was great to see him ... he gave me a big smile, and I snapped a great pic. He is missed so much! RIP!
very well done, honest and sincere homage to the immortal Master. as you said, "Eddie will never be conquered" and you've been respectful, i think the Master smiled approvingly 🤘💛🤘
This is one that I will watch a hundred times. Incredible playing and the tone is perfect.
All of his riffs, even ones you didn't play here, show exactly why Ed was the true GOAT. No one did it like him ever and no one will. 🎸
Rest in peace Edward
You don´t know how much I enjoyed this video, Van Halen my favorite rock band ever, thanks
Cheers for watching!
Thanks for reminding me of how truly awesome he was
Your tone and playing are amazing! You make it look so easy. "I don't ask for permission!" Unchained is, was, has been and always will be my favorite VH song.
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I agree, Brah. That tone he has in that song is raw. The intro is heart pounding.
I'm blown away! You are clearly a dedicated EVH student. Many try, some come close but you kicked ass and took names with this medley. I can't wait for the next installment of the Sammy era. You earned a new subscriber big time! 🤘
Cheers Sean! Appreciate your kind words mate. Alright, I’d better get to work on a Van Hagar Medley!
This was fantastic. Been an EVH fan all my life and appreciate the tribute.
Wow absolutely incredible . I’ve heard a lot of people play Eddie but that was absolutely by far the best I’ve ever heard
Dang dude you kick ass! It must have taken a good deal of time to play that well and sound so much like Eddie! I was blown away listening to this medley. Simply amazing!
I don't know if it's modulation, note progression, or melodic pattern, but I absolutely LOVE the combinations used in Yordnoff's songs--a signature style.
You need a contract like right now!!!! Awesome cover of Eddie!!
Cheers Frank!
❤🎉. Sat he stunned, amazed, in ore.. Then a tear in my eye, thinking of Eddie's passing. Being the age I am, I have every VH vinyl, and then the CD's. ... you awoke my love of every album. Mate, what a tribute. Thank you 😢
Cheers mate! Lovely words! I'm working on a Sammy Era medley at the moment, hoping you enjoy that also 🤘 🎸
I've never heard anyone emulate EVHs tone and touch like this before. His screaming pinch harmonics were never properly duplicated until now. Bravo!
This was one of the BEST covers i have listened to. This was REALLY good. Loved it. Love from Sweden😊
Wow, thank you!
Merci pour ce moment 🙏
Pour moi, EVH laissera une trace dans l’histoire de la guitare beaucoup plus importante que celle de Jimi… qui reste une influence majeure de bon nombre de guitariste plus de 50 ans après sa mort…
Jimi était un précurseur certes, de génie, mais EVH était un véritable génie 🙏
Thank you for watching. I couldn’t agree more. Jimi was special, but EVH is incomparable. Which is why we love to celebrate what he gave us until we die!
WOW! That was some dedicated learn'n of all things Eddie.
Any Sammy era has to include Finish What Ya Started, and Poundcake!
The Jump intro harmonics were awesome. What a phenomenal medley.
I would definitely pay for a live performance like this; really nailed it all!
The way you transition from song to song is awesome!
No words! I real celebration to Mr. Eddie!!!!!
We had VH play in our backyard party in 1974 before any of their own songs were made. They were the #1 backyard garage band in the San Gabriel Valley. It cost us $200 the first time when they played in El Monte Ca. and $300 the second time when the Party in the Desert was busted before it started. I saw them play right after they signed with their record label in 75 or 76 at the Golden West Ballroom in Norwalk Ca. It was a dance hall on Thursday nights for rock and roll and that Thursday night it was a concert that headlined UFO and Van Halen. They both played their first original songs off of their first LP's. It was beyond amazing to hear history being made and nobody knew it at that time. Van Halen definitely was far better than UFO that night, and as history has proven. I am commenting on the Panama video and it's just my opinion...Old fat grandpa lead man that can't sing with a talented tourist back-up band with too many players on stage. When did sweatpants become "Rock-Wear"? I was more than disappointed when I have seen way better cover bands playing at the NASCAR Races in Phoenix Az. Again...This is just my opinion. I have also given advice to a young Chayce Beckham who in the beginning of his songwriting career was into Reggae Music and wrote about what he knew about at the time...Booze, Broads and Blunts. I told his stepdad give him time, he is only writing about what he knows about now. As time went on he would win the American Idol Contest in season 19 in 2021. I hope everyone keeps on rocking and you can like or love whatever kind of music that floats your boat. River Rick out.
I never thought anyone could be just as awesome on eruption great job buddy Rock on
Men ! What a cover ! Great sound, great playing and most of all great feel of Eddie’s playing ! 👍
Spot on renditions of MR EDWARD VAN HALEN guitar work and this is coming from a true VAN HALEN fan from 78 to 84 ŵhen i first heard running with the devil and then ERUPTION i was hooked best band that ever formed the chemistry between all band members was phenomenal the music was dynamic in your face explosion nuclear bomb rock! RIP MR EDWARD VAN HALEN i and all wish you were still here !😢
Your rendition of Eddie Van Halen solos was absolutely mind-blowing
You captured his signature style and technique flawlessly.
A true guitar virtuoso
Cheers
Thanks so much. Very kind words. Much appreciated 🙏 ☺
Absolutely, he is 👍🙏
That was amazing! I could listen to this all day! Thanks for the generosity of sharing the Helix preset and backing track as well!
I’ve watched this from start to finish at least one a week over the last year. Awesome playing Tom.
AMAZING JOB! Very well done! I'm not familliar with all of Eddie's catalog, but certainly I felt like watching him playing in your play, because you replicate really well his signature swing! Keep on going!
Such a kick ass medley!! Excellent tone too. You Rock! 🤘
When I hear these licks and the scale of all the sounds I think Eddy was out of this world for me he will always be number 1.
The best EVH playing other than Ed himself. Amazing. Thank you!
I love this so much! Every now and then I meet someone who doesn't know his work.... I could use this to showcase the awesomeness of VH
This is UNREAL!!! Fantastic job! I love hearing all the riffs back to back
To be able to pick up a guitar and do what you do is a blessing from heaven above. Fantastic!
I tend not to listen to Van Halen covers - but here I am listenin' to this for what - the 12th time. Incredible! Gobsmacked at how great this sounds - you nailed everything.
Incredible!! and so glad you threw the Beat It solo in there!! EVH 4EVR!! 🎸 👑
Tears to my eyes with fond memories, and very inspiring. Thank you.
Wouah ! Mais quel plaisir de te voir jouer comme Eddie !! Merci pour ce moment magique !
Excellent! You totally have that Falling down the stairs and landing on your feet feel of EVH
I can tell this guy is a carpenter because he fucking nailed it!
Great job, thanks from the U.K. VH greatest rock band of all time.
5150 percent cool , had to sub . Cheers from New Zealand
Cheers from Tassie ledge 🍻
Fantastic! You deserve more subscribers. 🤘
Are we sure that Eddie isn't still alive and he's trolling us with this video?
My god, the best covers I've ever seen. Thanks for adding, "Mean Street," a song I think gets overlooked too often. Your attention to every detail of EVH is perfection. Thanks for putting this together and keep it up.
One of the best - if not the best - Beat It solo cover I've heard/seen.... tone.. skills.... awesome job.
Killer work Tom! You nailed the EVH tone and licks.🤘🤘💥
Yes! I agree with everyone here, FANTASTIC! Stoked you got Mean Street in there!
Love the on the fly drop D switch at 2:36. Smooth
Best UA-cam cover
Chills! When you get the chills you know its really good! Big EVH fan, saw them in 84'! Superb playing, thank you Mr. Tom!
Standing ovation❤👏👏👏
Great transitions, awesome tone and an amazing show of dedication to not just play the licks but also capture so many of the nuances in Ed's playing. I found myself watching your picking hand just as much as the fretting hand, very nice work!
Thanks so much! Appreciate such a detailed review! Cheers :)
Yes you have inspired me to jam out again. Man I feel the music. Great songs great memories!
Cheers Jerry, glad it excites you 🤘 🎸
The most wicked EVH chops I've seen! I bought an EVH 'frankenstrat' after watching this.
RESPECT 🫡 Great axe.
Pardon my French, but HOLY SH!T! That was absolutely INCREDIBLE!
Thanks for watching! You are hereby pardoned 🤘
Eddie had such killer riffs too man. He could solo like nobodies bussiness but his riffs are some of the best ever. Great song writing.
Awesome feel and vibrato !!
俺の中坊時代の新しいギター
ヒーローだった。OU812を最後
に、アルバムに関する情報が
なくなってやきもきしてたら、
癌でこの世を去ってたいたと
知ってかなりショックだったな。
ここでエディのメドレーを見る
事が出来てマジ感謝です。
My Peavey Wolfgang wanna ditch me and run away with you 🤣 Thank you, very good delivery... I enjoyed it very much! 🤘🤘
Best cover of 'Jump' solo ive heard yet. The timing of that last bit is _almost always_ messed up in covers; subtle, but so obvious when it's wrong. Nicely done 👍
Cheers mate! 🎸 😎
I especially loved that really cool section, you know that bit, the part that is awesome and everyone raves about!!!
😂
Why Eddie is so amazing and unmatchable in rhythm and swing, I think because Eddie has drum beat in his mind. Drum was his first musical instrument
This literally brought tears to my eyes. So good. RIP Ed 🤘🎸🤘
Good heavens!!! That was INCREDIBLE!!!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you. EVH in our hearts for ever.
The ultimate tribute.. absolutely banging 👏
OMG! Godlike!! If I ever wanted someone to teach me how to play the guitar it would be you... the best player I´ve ever seen.. what a technique, man! I´m stunned ..
Wow, thanks!
THAT! Was so much FUN! Thank you for all your hard work and for sharing this with all of us. At one point I laughed out loud. The joy still shines through after all these years. Thank you, Mr. Tom. Great effin' work! :)
You are so welcome! Thanks for commenting too. EVH’s playing was full of joy, and I think it’s great to celebrate him in whatever way we can. Long live EVH 😎 👑
Wow, you nailed it. The Tone, the Technique.... Just everything. Nice Greetings from Germany 🤟🤟🤟
Cheers from Tasmania 🍻
@@TomShreds thank you, that would be a very long trip 🤣
Magnifique cover !
Un génie ce EDDIE R.i.P on t'oublie pas.
Allllrighhht…ahhhh ah aha ahhhhhhhh!!! That was awesome 👏🏼 Your notes sounded more like live Ed than note for note covers and your transitions were so smooth and effortless. Well done. Thanks
The tone is awesome, it has all the goodness of Ed's original brown sound but with a little clearer voicing IMO. And like Ed always said, that could very well be in the fingers. 😉
Well done man. Emulating Eddies sounds and style is not so simple. I appreciate a lot 🤟🤟
Hell of a job!!
Edward would be proud of ya Man!!!
amazing. eddie could easily be the greatest ever
So, Ed's not dead after all. He's just hanging out on UA-cam doing shreds and relaxing. Cool.
Great!!!! Greetings from Patagonia Argentina!