Violin Tribute to Eddie Hazel - Maggot Brain | Patrick Contreras

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    Violin On Fire is an Electric Violinist from Fresno, Ca with his own sound and style. Drawing influences from a wide range of genres such Rock, Pop, Latin, EDM, R&B, Soul, Jazz and Americana.
    As a performer, Violin On Fire has traveled to Senegal, West Africa, Italy, Germany, England, Czech Republic, Austria, France and opened for a wide range of artists including BB King, Al Jarreau, REO Speedwagon, Boney James, Dustin Lynch and 3 Doors Down among others. In 2020, he began playing his signature Porch Concerts, 5-7 song sets that quickly gained popularity all over California garnering him a interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show and many features on outlets including Buzzfeed, Perolike, and ABC Network’s Localish.
    Currently, Violin On Fire is touring Western United States performing at Festivals, Fairs and Music Venues with a growing demand as a Keynote Speaker. His latest record of originals “A Little Night Music” debuted at #1 on iTunes, #1 on Amazon Music’s Latin Chart & #7 on Billboard Classical Crossover chart. Available for purchase and streaming on all major music outlets.

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  • @stanleydavid9264
    @stanleydavid9264 6 років тому +189

    Man I wish we lived in a world where this level of talent got more attention than the Kardashians. I can't imagine how many hours it took to reach this level of mastery but it definitely shows. If you ever play near a Toronto location please let me know. -Cheers.

    • @alexdarko2217
      @alexdarko2217 4 роки тому +5

      Amen to that 🙌🏻

    • @toring61_52
      @toring61_52 3 роки тому +2

      Botox Buns sells, as they sold their souls for their fame. People like this violinist play from the heart that was given to all by the spirit in the sky !

    • @Nirsterkur
      @Nirsterkur 3 роки тому +3

      Amen!

    • @steve-us2hg
      @steve-us2hg 2 роки тому +2

      What are the kardasthings

    • @JamesSchrader-i7o
      @JamesSchrader-i7o Рік тому

      I made my world this way. It started in the early 60's up to now. It will continue until I go to the next world.

  • @ViolinOnFire
    @ViolinOnFire  10 років тому +173

    sorry about the bow hairs..this was the finale song of the night so the hairs were slowly shredding more and more up until this point…i really wasn't thinking about it at the moment..just focused on the music

    • @ArtfulDodgerM
      @ArtfulDodgerM 10 років тому +5

      Wow I'm sorry I missed that tune----man you have serious reach. The Funkadelic!

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  10 років тому +17

      ArtfulDodger M. huge funkadelic and eddie hazel! gotta keep that music alive..too good

    • @ГретаШтрассберг
      @ГретаШтрассберг 7 років тому +1

      You are very cool....!!!!!!

    • @DefendYoungstown
      @DefendYoungstown 5 років тому +8

      The bow could not handle the magnitude of the funk... and that was part of the art. The hairs became more shredded and frazzled as you became one with The P. I smelled this from four years in the future, and it was glorious.

    • @edgarmasmedina6019
      @edgarmasmedina6019 5 років тому

      If you ever present your self in Orlando. I will be there bro.

  • @fritty9927
    @fritty9927 Рік тому +12

    I’m a very old man and to this day I hear this and think of my own mother and can’t stop the tears.

  • @mofojinkins
    @mofojinkins 2 роки тому +15

    This is simply the best cover of Maggot Brain that has ever been recorded. Violin, guitar, it doesn't matter. I've never heard anything that captures the original so well while adding so much. Those who were able to witness this person are truly lucky.

  • @1138psience
    @1138psience 4 роки тому +13

    Eddie is smiling from heaven right now. This is beautiful brothers

  • @emirmemic1791
    @emirmemic1791 5 років тому +24

    If this planet had a healthier soul, you would be having million of views...

  • @uh-ohstinky3581
    @uh-ohstinky3581 4 роки тому +39

    I've only cried over 3 pieces of music before, this being one of them

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  4 роки тому +2

      Uh-Oh, Stinky 🙏🏽❤️

    • @arielman6824
      @arielman6824 4 роки тому +3

      Same on this one! What were your other two?

    • @sethlopez8328
      @sethlopez8328 4 роки тому +1

      I've cried to every version G, guitar violin it doesnt matter anymore lol. I feel you

    • @gregorysimmons5855
      @gregorysimmons5855 4 роки тому +2

      Good to see EDDIE HAZEL honored. What a masterful piece. ❤️🐻🤜🏾

    • @eventsmorewithchrisg
      @eventsmorewithchrisg 4 роки тому +2

      @@ViolinOnFire
      Any chance of you going head to head with Lili Haydn?
      Maybe even Simon House of Hawkwind fame?

  • @JasonBrossa
    @JasonBrossa 10 років тому +57

    So you played the beginning like you just found out your mother died and you played the end like you found out she was still alive. Just like Eddie Hazel did. Good job. This and your Wicked Games cover are amazing thanks for sharing them.

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  10 років тому +13

      Jason Brossa i was definitely trying to tell that story, glad someone out there got it..thank you for the comment

    • @eventsmorewithchrisg
      @eventsmorewithchrisg 4 роки тому

      @@ViolinOnFire Yet another person I'd love to see you collaborate with or have some kind of "riff off" with is Alina Gingertail from UA-cam.

    • @guyellis9095
      @guyellis9095 8 місяців тому +1

      It is said that George Clinton told him to play it with that emotion, and he did

  • @pdnbeats
    @pdnbeats 10 років тому +72

    I just wanted to listen to one of my favorite songs..the "Maggot Brain" and I accidentally saw your video on the right side. A violin tribute to Eddie was interesting to listen to....but I couldn't imagine that a violin could perform this masterpiece in your way...That was unbelievable. Greetings from Greece Sir and keep this quality music alive!

    • @teamcertifiedsportstv3328
      @teamcertifiedsportstv3328 5 років тому

      me to....

    • @StonebutcherGems
      @StonebutcherGems 3 роки тому +2

      If you like this version, check out Lili Haydn’s 2011 live version as well. Both are exceptional in their own way.

    • @indianracer111
      @indianracer111 2 роки тому +1

      @@StonebutcherGems Sorry but Patrick blows Lili out of the water.

  • @onusgumboot5565
    @onusgumboot5565 Рік тому +5

    somebody get this man a new bow. STAT!
    I have seen dozens of people do this song on many different instruments. This is by far the most powerful version ever. No one else need ever do this. It is perfect.

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  Рік тому +1

      🙏🏽 thank you for the kind words

  • @indianracer111
    @indianracer111 2 роки тому +18

    One of the greatest performances on a any musical instrument I have ever seen, you are awesome man.

  • @johnault5026
    @johnault5026 4 роки тому +19

    Im a big MAGGOT BRAIN FAN. bro you blew me away. Thank you

  • @blake-qh9xp
    @blake-qh9xp 7 років тому +14

    wow im like almost in tears, this i mean you are incredible, like eddie s guitar talks to me your violin is talking too. man eddie is smilin down on you brother, god bless you

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  7 років тому +2

      george blake just saw this, thank you so much

  • @Lord_Don
    @Lord_Don 2 роки тому +2

    why n the royal fuucck does this not have 1 million views
    music is really suffering because no one cares about the talented ones keeping it alive

  • @adhamzoabi3770
    @adhamzoabi3770 8 років тому +42

    You Play amazing , you deserve millions of views my friend , only few can cover these songs on violin with these feelings. Amazing job:)

  • @Prostock1489
    @Prostock1489 9 років тому +6

    The violin to me is one of the most emotionally expressive of the string instruments. To combine it with this song and such talent is beyond description. BRAVO!!

  • @piotrwisniewski8328
    @piotrwisniewski8328 8 років тому +17

    Truly amazing cover, both subtle and powerful. That's how Eddie would have played it!

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  8 років тому +2

      Piotr Wisniewski thank you Piotr

  • @sufianararah
    @sufianararah 9 років тому +8

    You've transcended half way through and Eddie's Soul joined you, fantastic performance, nothing left to say .

  • @rockyvalentine
    @rockyvalentine 2 роки тому +3

    Man I wish Eddie was alive to see and hear this, incredible best cover I’ve heard of this song on any instrument omg 👍🏽😢

  • @prbmax
    @prbmax Рік тому +1

    By definition, this is the magnum opus of any cover I've listened to of this classic master piece. You played that violin in ways that would have made Niccolo Paganini rise from the grave and take notice. What stood out the most for me was the style and control you have with the bow to create all those harmonics and distortions which perfectly fit the essences of the original. This is a worthy tribute to Eddie Hazel.

  • @mach1954
    @mach1954 3 роки тому +4

    Awesome version !! I was fortunate to see Funkadelic play this live in 1978 !! 😎😎😎😎

    • @guyellis9095
      @guyellis9095 8 місяців тому

      Was that at Hammersmith Odeon, it was a Parliament Gig, I was there too, had never heard Maggot Brain, until, walking through the audience Eddie played it, absolutely mind blowing

    • @mach1954
      @mach1954 8 місяців тому

      @@guyellis9095 No I saw them play at Belle Vue concert hall in Manchester. Another iconic venue like the Hammersmith Odeon . We were both very fortunate to have seen them live😎😎👍👍👍

  • @chrishollywood2178
    @chrishollywood2178 5 років тому +3

    Not really sure how 8 people could dislike this. This is raw talent, and it gave me goosebumps

  • @geraldshabazz2818
    @geraldshabazz2818 3 місяці тому +1

    Eddie would be proud

  • @mohammadpartovi1813
    @mohammadpartovi1813 3 місяці тому +1

    Fantastic, thanks for sharing your love and talent.

  • @jamesbondjr.85
    @jamesbondjr.85 6 років тому +2

    Wow!! How many times and how many ways has Maggot Brain been covered? It's a true testament to the genius of the song.

  • @mrysSOFTWARE
    @mrysSOFTWARE 7 місяців тому +1

    Love it! Tears and goosebumps … thanks for that magic moment!

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  7 місяців тому

      Your welcome, thank you for the kind words

  • @jessellis5466
    @jessellis5466 6 місяців тому +2

    Thank you. Absolutely incredible.

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  6 місяців тому

      Your welcome, thank you for nice words :)

  • @blahblah606
    @blahblah606 4 роки тому +3

    Ain't nothin to say but good god. I remember the first time I saw Lili Hayden play this. I think you're a little cleaner and classical with your delivery. Every note clear as a bell. Beautiful. ❤

  • @vincenzollamas
    @vincenzollamas 5 років тому +3

    Patrick & band, thank you so much for this! this is so nuanced, says so much, feels so much, explores & expresses so much, deeply acknowledges Eddie (& George & P-Funk), expresses the original feeling & the legendary motivation behind the music...it's articulate, sad, wild, weeping, wailing, jubilant, meditative, thoughtful, lost (there's a lost quality in the original recording i find few people really get) & found. it is Maggot Brain ❤

  • @SpringToothDrag
    @SpringToothDrag 6 місяців тому +1

    This should have all the likes.

  • @cybershakey
    @cybershakey 3 роки тому +2

    Very,very well done......FUNK 0N !!!!!

  • @Seeker85420
    @Seeker85420 4 роки тому +1

    Saw this a few weeks ago. I'm still trying to catch my breath. Good God...

  • @BillKnighton1
    @BillKnighton1 5 років тому +4

    Patrick ..... You killed it! Bravoooooooooooooooooooooo

    • @BillKnighton1
      @BillKnighton1 5 років тому

      That was incredible .... your players were straight great!

  • @oldschool4456
    @oldschool4456 4 роки тому +3

    This is now my second most favorite version of major brain. The first being the original.

    • @crazyblues6661
      @crazyblues6661 2 роки тому

      Just try Dave Simpson's version, you might be blown away to. Cheers

  • @thebusdrrivertohell
    @thebusdrrivertohell 2 роки тому +1

    I listen to this whenever I cut onions. That way, when I cry, I can blame the onions

  • @EagerJackrabbit-wy6zn
    @EagerJackrabbit-wy6zn 7 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful version!

  • @2342greenmachine
    @2342greenmachine 10 років тому +7

    That's some soul music. I've never heard sounds like that from a violin.. your music encourages me to branch out more and experiment with different sounds. Thanks for posting :)

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  10 років тому +2

      yes! try all sorts of things…the violin is such an expressive instrument…you can keep and break all the rules at at the same time, no limit

  • @Nirsterkur
    @Nirsterkur 3 роки тому +1

    Goosebumps everywhere, I mean everywhere!

  • @MariosDemetrioucy
    @MariosDemetrioucy 10 років тому +2

    that is some crazy music... it just keeps getting better... as long as you keep the posting.. we keep the listening..bravo

  • @bertclements4923
    @bertclements4923 2 роки тому

    That was incredible! I was in college when this first came out. You did it justice!

  • @brittanymareeford4579
    @brittanymareeford4579 8 років тому +3

    eddie hazel, one amazing man. and you too are now my idol

  • @JUDE-fn3ee
    @JUDE-fn3ee 4 роки тому +7

    Nice work chief.

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  4 роки тому +1

      Jude White McLeod LoL thanks man!! 💪🏽💪🏽

  • @ss_roldan
    @ss_roldan 3 роки тому +1

    Best music experience in a long time... I mean...brilliant!

  • @koslim
    @koslim 5 років тому +2

    I thought when lily haydn played this song on a violin couldnt get any better but man i must admit you put a whole new level of emotion here.. Respect to you..last 2 minutes i lost my breathe

  • @StvYzerman
    @StvYzerman 7 років тому +1

    Un. Freaking. Believable. And to think I almost skipped to another video and would have missed the last two minutes. Best part.

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  7 років тому +1

      StvYzerman haha thank You! appreciate the commen. hope you subscribe. have some more videos coming soon

  • @studiosuzannelacy1522
    @studiosuzannelacy1522 2 роки тому

    As usual I am blown away by Patrick's work and soul....Straight from the San Joaquin Valley!. Patrick, I'd love to work with you again. Suzanne

  • @kitty2pat
    @kitty2pat 2 роки тому +1

    Halleujah. Your performance was incredible. I'm sure 95% of th e audience would be awestruck at your playing a piece made by a Black kid in the ghettos of America in the '70's. This how we can overcome intolerance. Your rendition hit me deep. Thank you for sharing. P.S. The keyboardist was awesome too.

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  2 роки тому

      Love it! And now being played by a Mexican Kid From East Side Fresno!! Much love

  • @robertbright2057
    @robertbright2057 2 роки тому

    The audience should have been on their feet with applause.”Great Cover”.🎼🎻🎹🥁🎼

  • @daveeddy2402
    @daveeddy2402 18 днів тому

    I Love This!!!

  • @RoryGryffydd
    @RoryGryffydd 2 роки тому +2

    The fact that only 64k people have seen this masterpiece :(

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  2 роки тому +1

      Just you saying that is enough :)

  • @TheCarablanco
    @TheCarablanco 10 років тому +3

    This is fantastic. . . thank you for performing such an esoteric piece. One of the best interpretations I've ever heard. You are to be commended!

  • @claimyourshame6196
    @claimyourshame6196 4 роки тому

    WOW!! I'm shaking my head, trying to wrap it around that level of talent! ... I didn't realize until hearing this that I have been waiting my whole life for it. Thank you.

  • @zscottdavis9567
    @zscottdavis9567 3 роки тому

    I felt that.Patrick you've touched me.

  • @tbj777ful
    @tbj777ful 5 років тому +1

    I'm finding some of the best music on youtube lately.

  • @aleksandarnikolic1215
    @aleksandarnikolic1215 10 років тому +4

    Great job man,i love the feelings you put in this song,Eddie is mine all time favorite,and its great to find some covers of him.And man,on violin,just great.I wish you all the best in the future. :)

  • @ЛевБатраков-я8е
    @ЛевБатраков-я8е 3 роки тому

    Great and great again! Absolute joy.

  • @michealmackintosh4502
    @michealmackintosh4502 2 місяці тому

    Truly truly brilliant.
    Doint want to ruin it with words.When are you comming to Manchester to play this live?
    Eddie would of loved this.

  • @clydertaylor3848
    @clydertaylor3848 4 роки тому

    Every body can't cover this song but you did it man that's beautiful.

  • @mrbaddog4749
    @mrbaddog4749 5 років тому +1

    WOW! That was a true tribute. 100% Impressed. Thanks for sharing.

  • @teamcertifiedsportstv3328
    @teamcertifiedsportstv3328 5 років тому +1

    That was on fire.....Tribute well done....

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  5 років тому +1

      TEAM CERTIFIED SPORTS TV thank you!

  • @tonymccord3357
    @tonymccord3357 3 роки тому

    Likely one of the best things I've ever heard. BRAVO!!!

  • @ejones6681
    @ejones6681 4 роки тому +1

    Wow!! I know who im going to be binging on for a while. Thank you for that contribution!

  • @jlee9262
    @jlee9262 3 роки тому +1

    How does this video not have more views?

  • @michaelharvey5138
    @michaelharvey5138 5 років тому

    Probably the best electric violin I've Ever heard...Absolutely Brilliant !......

  • @Prostock1489
    @Prostock1489 9 років тому

    . . .I have a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes. Unbelievable!

  • @laladivine4540
    @laladivine4540 3 роки тому +2

    💙. It’s just something about this cover.... it’s always a point in life when the spirit knows when it want to hear this 😩 or the original

    • @ViolinOnFire
      @ViolinOnFire  3 роки тому

      I’m honored you’d say that. Thank you 🙏🏽

  • @marcoortiz8046
    @marcoortiz8046 5 років тому

    Chills brother, chills. Thanks for posting your version of one of the most soulful compositions ever.

  • @andrewhitaker7195
    @andrewhitaker7195 3 роки тому

    I've heard it played many times, this is one of the best this is spiritual.

  • @amoruzz
    @amoruzz 2 роки тому

    Amazingly talented and played with great passion.

  • @PinoCoppolaBoxkeller
    @PinoCoppolaBoxkeller 3 роки тому

    thanks thanks....wonderfull to listen to feel to see performed this amazing song...what a tribute to music etc...hope to see more of you

  • @nathansire6623
    @nathansire6623 3 роки тому

    Just wanted to say... this is the type of playing that inspires me to pick up my fiddle again. And my dad always wore the blue hankerchief like you had in some videos. He gave me my first fiddle.

  • @GreenUptowner
    @GreenUptowner Рік тому +1

    🔥 🔥 🔥

  • @crazyblues6661
    @crazyblues6661 2 роки тому

    Wish I was there, unbelievable masterpiece! You make it your own and bring it to another level. Highest congratulations from France.

  • @jiesus2596
    @jiesus2596 4 роки тому

    That moment when u take a big deep breath in while watching. Godamn

  • @bouncingczechs
    @bouncingczechs 4 роки тому +2

    This was absolutely amazing! I'd love to see you cover Watermelon in Easter Hay by Frank Zappa!

  • @Diarmoond
    @Diarmoond 3 роки тому

    I just cried, watching this
    It's wonderful!

  • @1aleli1
    @1aleli1 5 років тому

    Awesome Patrick, I can feel it in my soul such beautiful emotion. You Roc!!!!

  • @anthonylarson7919
    @anthonylarson7919 7 років тому +1

    that run at 2:30 is incredible......well done Sir

  • @liamoreira254
    @liamoreira254 Рік тому

    Que espetáculo,lindo lindo lindo👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @w4gap
    @w4gap 5 років тому

    Simply incredible, thank you so much for sharing!!!!

  • @caseywalker1714
    @caseywalker1714 5 років тому

    How incredible was that. Started slow but sheeeesh you did the classic justice 👍💯👌

  • @amerindiens4756
    @amerindiens4756 4 роки тому

    Beautiful version, many thanks !!!!!!!!!

  • @lehmanskrap5638
    @lehmanskrap5638 7 років тому +3

    Brother, what a great performance! Most excellent!

  • @carlpop2324
    @carlpop2324 3 роки тому

    Mind blown. Much respect.

  • @souryadeeplikesyoutube8028
    @souryadeeplikesyoutube8028 3 роки тому

    I love your tone man.

  • @reggaeone
    @reggaeone 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing!! Very talented. I can feel your fire.

  • @caiogaust7660
    @caiogaust7660 4 роки тому

    I just have one word for to describe your performance "INCREDIBLE" ! You're very good bro , i can feel your melody in my soul ! Congratulations ....

  • @binkydamauler
    @binkydamauler 6 років тому

    beautiful rendition of my favorite guitar solo, 😢!!!

  • @madwitchdoctor7216
    @madwitchdoctor7216 8 років тому +19

    Wow, I always think covers of this are awful, even by pro musicians with electric guitar. A violin though? I never thought I'd have my face melted off by a fiddle.

  • @sk11ff
    @sk11ff 3 роки тому

    Great work. I really enjoyed it, thank you

  • @zapphead
    @zapphead 10 років тому +2

    Hey Patrick...I LOVE me some Lili Haydn (The Longing) ...and you always kill that MAGGOT!!!! Stank on brotha! ...ONE!!!

  • @moe_millenium
    @moe_millenium 10 років тому

    This song made you my rolemodel! I get goose bumps every time i listen to it.
    Just amazing! Keep up the passion, man!

  • @Gynkyspongd
    @Gynkyspongd 3 роки тому

    You have to feel this song to play it Bc there’s so much emotion he really put feelings in this jawnt n that’s why it’s a masterpiece 😢😢

  • @iternityhuman1782
    @iternityhuman1782 4 роки тому

    That was beyond gr8!!

  • @my59lespaul
    @my59lespaul 10 років тому +1

    SO FANTASTIC !!!!!
    LOVE IT !!
    JUST LOVE IT !!!!!!

  • @Suze8
    @Suze8 Рік тому

    Wow! Speechless

  • @TheToocold
    @TheToocold 5 років тому

    From the biggest P-Funk Fan out here. Bravo 1000,000 times.

  • @anonymouse8953
    @anonymouse8953 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this awesome interpretation !!

  • @ГретаШтрассберг
    @ГретаШтрассберг 7 років тому +1

    my favorite violinist))))

  • @cityz3n
    @cityz3n 2 роки тому +1

    shame on you youtube. only putting this now on my timeline! you had 8 years…