Agreed. Their music hits like no other. Soo much emotion and power in it. I love all their albums. Each one is kinda different in its own way and they are all sooo good
Scott is pretty fucking good too. Tim is a beast but so is Scott. I prefer their older stuff that was more metal and both of them had some fantastic solos. So much respect for both of them crazy fuckers.
I'm a drummer, but i respect you so much as a musician. You are not afraid to think outside of the box, and be as creative as you want. You make music that is pure art, with natural talent and practice. You truly inspire me to better myself everyday, keep doing what you're doing Tim.
@@jasonabraham7673 don't need a second jimmy but the fact that dudes like Tim are taking what Jimmy started and innovating on it is worthy of its own level of praise Imo (also I'd argue Jimmy laid the blueprint while dudes like Tim are taking it to a completely different level that even Jimmy himself would acknowledge as amazing so there's that)
@@MrNotYet1 Yeah they're not great but Prestiges are so cheap to find used compared to any other top of the line guitars that a good pickup change and you have a very solid axe
@@Blackreapxr True that. I had a middle range ibanez but I already maxed out my budget with it. I sold it and bought a jackson for half the price and I just love it :D
@@domenicopellegrino2963 nah this is different. The one from Tosin is double thumping, a lot newer form of slap whereas this is more traditional thumb slapping technique!
This makes me think of walking through an underground forest of mushrooms that produce their own bioluminescence. Crystals of all sizes reflect the light. The sounds of water can be heard. Creatures of unknown origin live here. Oh, and you gotta be like, at least level 60 before you reach this area.
Watching this now and listening to the album version four years later is WILD. You've grown so much as a musician, dude. I can't wait to see you guys on cruise.
@@ExodiumPlays this video is 9 years old. Since then, he's learned how to thump, and has written stuff like OD, GOAT, Playing God, and Ego Death. Dude got better than this a long time ago, and he's still improving
I've been feeling depressed lately and this song (especially this performance) is both beautifully cathartic and emotionally devastating. Either way, thank you for this masterpiece
Ah, is this the video Tim references in his latest video "Rebirth"? Still such a beautiful piece. Amazing to see that he is able to add to something so complete already, yet make it sound fuller.
No hate whatsoever towards the other Polyphia band members, but this song should have just been left as is for Renaissance. This version is so much better.
Hey Tim! My name is Joey and I am from the Chicago area. I have to admit.. I came across Polyphia about a month ago and I have to admit that I am amazed by what you guys do. Since day one of hearing you guys, it's been full days and nights of hearing this and many more over and over again. I definitely get the chills while hearing you guys shred and simply just make beautiful music.. no words needed. I'm not sure sure if you'll see this or not, but if you do, I'd just like to personally thank you for standing out so much, that it's pretty much all I listen to now. Your songs make me happy! My one year old daughter even digs it man. I find her bopping her head to Polyphia. :) I'm very thankful that I have discovered my new favorite sounds! I hope to be that damn good someday. :p Thanks Tim and have a good time over seas!
Thank you for writing this song, Tim. It’s my absolute favorite Polyphia song, but I think I prefer this version better. The title has more meaning in this one.
Really nice stuff. Much more different to Polyphia than I would have expected. Great work dude:) And also, Scottie did awesome work with the mixing and Mastering (even though I have only heard it on UA-cam).
i remember when i was small, my brother downloaded this song and i used to hear this when i play games and this song reminds me of the old times with my brother, but now hes far away (not dead but, hes in another state)
This is actually a lower-end ibanez. It's a RG 350MDX IIRC. Any RG3xx series would have similar or better specs so if you're into his tone and want to play like he did in this video you can literally find these for $200 or so. My first guitar was RG 350EX (looks like this but it's black with a silver pick guard). Ibanez dropped the ball by not making a high end guitar with the black sharktooth inlays. If you can get lucky you can find a used RG5xx series guitar for cheap and those things are essentially prestige models. If I haven't bored you already the RG5xx line from the early 90s and early 00s were basically the prestige line-up of the time back before Ibanez decided to call them something different. If you can snag a RG570 from the early 00s for less than $500 then you just beat the game. The only downside is that all the 5xx guitars look boring AF. If you want to look cool on-stage I'd recommend getting a really big neck tatt. Yes I realize this comment has turned me into one of "those" people. But I want all my guitar bros out there using good shit.
@@chrisshreds626 dude as a fellow guitar bro, you couldn't be more right about your advice. The 5xx series are killer, you can usually snag one used on GC or reverb for 4-500, though i was scoping out one for 350. Killer instruments and they destroy most 500-1000 dollar instruments in terms of fret dress and overall quality.
@@everrest8830 Hell yeah man! My RG 550 is older than me but I get the feeling it will out last me lol. It's definitely cooler than I am. More info no one cares about: The 5xx series was rebranded as the x5xx (there's a 15xx, 25xx, 35xx...etc.) all the rebranded guitars came with similar layouts and the same Japanese build quality but with differing locking bridges, inlays and stuff.
@@chrisshreds626 Yeah I've got a Prestige RG1527 that i refinished in matte sun burnt orange, and replaced the pups with petrucci's old setup of a reverse crunch lab and liquifire(creme and black). Also set the 5 way the same as petrucci. It's a beast!
I love the first 30sec of this song, I swear, I'd love to learn how to play it but it's probably going to take a lot of time before even trying it ahahah
My favorite guitarist of all time, hands down. I love u Tim Henson. That is all.
Agreed. Their music hits like no other. Soo much emotion and power in it. I love all their albums. Each one is kinda different in its own way and they are all sooo good
Same here
Scott is pretty fucking good too. Tim is a beast but so is Scott. I prefer their older stuff that was more metal and both of them had some fantastic solos. So much respect for both of them crazy fuckers.
I hâte Tim Henson. He makes this shit look so easy. So smooth. Eff you Tim.
Never agreed with a sentence more in my life
I'm a drummer, but i respect you so much as a musician. You are not afraid to think outside of the box, and be as creative as you want. You make music that is pure art, with natural talent and practice. You truly inspire me to better myself everyday, keep doing what you're doing Tim.
This comment aged well
@@jordanlobo4680 haha ikr?
@@mojojojolovesjojo8080 I'm out of the loop here...
@@is_and joey is saying that tim created very unique music 6 years ago and now polyphia is so unique that its basically its own genre
Do you play the drums professionally?
after 64 years of loving listening to music i can honestly say this is the best i have ever heard xx
I need like 100 guitars signed by him because they are gonna be worth millions when he becomes the next jimmy Hendrix
There will be no 2nd jimmy
@@jasonabraham7673 Timmy Hendrix
i clicked on like just coz they were at 69 and that seemed inappropriate lol
I got lucky when TIm and Scott visit my city and I got their signature in my Sterling.
@@jasonabraham7673 don't need a second jimmy but the fact that dudes like Tim are taking what Jimmy started and innovating on it is worthy of its own level of praise Imo (also I'd argue Jimmy laid the blueprint while dudes like Tim are taking it to a completely different level that even Jimmy himself would acknowledge as amazing so there's that)
I have the same guitar but I think mine is broken because it doesn't sound like that
I get the joke but I mean, he upgraded pickups and prob has a different amp
@@Blackreapxr stock ibanez pickups are horrible
@@MrNotYet1 Yeah they're not great but Prestiges are so cheap to find used compared to any other top of the line guitars that a good pickup change and you have a very solid axe
@@Blackreapxr True that. I had a middle range ibanez but I already maxed out my budget with it. I sold it and bought a jackson for half the price and I just love it :D
It's probably ur fingers, ur technique. Just need to practice.
The slap part must be illegal, holly molly.
Im Schz I honestly still can’t believe that’s just him slapping the guitar
I thought he learned that from Abasi, turned out Tim was learning new Guitar techniques in the womb
@@domenicopellegrino2963 nah this is different. The one from Tosin is double thumping, a lot newer form of slap whereas this is more traditional thumb slapping technique!
@domenicopellegrino2963 he did learn thumping from tosin. But this isn't thumping. This is just regular slap. As someone already said
This is what I love to see, young dudes making beast music
I’m going through a rough time right now and this song has really captured my feelings so well. Thank you so much for this masterpiece.
Had to come back n re-watch this. Renaissance has been on loop at home n the vibe is so chilled, Bittersweet sits so well. Love both versions
This makes me think of walking through an underground forest of mushrooms that produce their own bioluminescence.
Crystals of all sizes reflect the light.
The sounds of water can be heard.
Creatures of unknown origin live here.
Oh, and you gotta be like, at least level 60 before you reach this area.
This makes me think of looking outside of a tall apartment through a window on a rainy day
Sooo many years in and i still come back to this song
Watching this now and listening to the album version four years later is WILD. You've grown so much as a musician, dude. I can't wait to see you guys on cruise.
just wait until u listen to it after 6 years
if he was still this good 8 years ago i’m fucked
if hes still this good in 8 years then were all fucked
@@lolstuffenjoy9880 nah he will be better
@@ExodiumPlays this video is 9 years old. Since then, he's learned how to thump, and has written stuff like OD, GOAT, Playing God, and Ego Death. Dude got better than this a long time ago, and he's still improving
@@Overgis4058 look at classical dragon too 👀
I've been feeling depressed lately and this song (especially this performance) is both beautifully cathartic and emotionally devastating. Either way, thank you for this masterpiece
3:10 i wish i could explain what this does to my brain. It`s just euphoric. thank u so much for this masterpiece
funny enough, theres a song from the renaissance ep called euphoria
Ah, is this the video Tim references in his latest video "Rebirth"? Still such a beautiful piece. Amazing to see that he is able to add to something so complete already, yet make it sound fuller.
No this is just Bittersweet there’s a video he posted 3 years ago called Old Lost Demo that’s it
Hey dude, I'm a huge fan of you and Polyphia. I honestly feel like this is better than any Polyphia songs.
I can not fucking wait to hear more man.
comment aged like fine wine
this is really, really amazing. can't stop listening to it!
Tim, I know I'm just one of thousands or even millions, but I'm madly in love with you!! 🦄🥰
Same
lol
One of my favorite guitarists. And the way you mix your songs with the pans it ambiance is amazing.
Song Structure For: Tim Henson - Bittersweet:
0:00 - 0:32 Verse1 (İntro)
0:32 - 1:04 Chorus melody
1:04 - 1:36 Verse2
1:36 - 2:07 Chorus melody
2:07 - 3:12 Verse3 slap
3:12 - 3:51 Verse 4 piano (Broken chorus inside) (Outro)
The start really reminds me of the hook of Hourglass!
This is amazing. Really helps me focus on my work.
tim and scott are literal gods
"Expect an EP very soon." still waiting
Good news!! The dropped sneak peak on insta!
They are making album 4, Idk about an EP yet...
Reminds me so much of Yvette Young. This is so rad. Keep being awesome.
Well he did have a skype session with her haha
Hah yeah they're good friends
Tim you are the greatest, don’t let anyone tell you different G.O.A.T
This song needs more hype than it ever got. all the love for you bro, keep it up.
No hate whatsoever towards the other Polyphia band members, but this song should have just been left as is for Renaissance. This version is so much better.
agreed. wish they did more chill stuff as well as their usual style
Everyone's a critic
Think the lead tone on this is superb compared to their usual tone
It's cool to have both. Like a 'Polyphia: Unplugged' sorta thing.
I disagree. Completely. =)
Absolutely beautiful. This is just beyond amazing
Hey Tim! My name is Joey and I am from the Chicago area. I have to admit.. I came across Polyphia about a month ago and I have to admit that I am amazed by what you guys do. Since day one of hearing you guys, it's been full days and nights of hearing this and many more over and over again. I definitely get the chills while hearing you guys shred and simply just make beautiful music.. no words needed. I'm not sure sure if you'll see this or not, but if you do, I'd just like to personally thank you for standing out so much, that it's pretty much all I listen to now. Your songs make me happy! My one year old daughter even digs it man. I find her bopping her head to Polyphia. :)
I'm very thankful that I have discovered my new favorite sounds! I hope to be that damn good someday. :p
Thanks Tim and have a good time over seas!
I have to admit
I have to admit
@@nonsenseuser2450 thought I was the only one.
I admit have to
I don't get it
Dude, that was- just absolutely beautiful, mesmerizing music, I love it!
I love the piano outro, so sick ❗️
It’s cool seeing him use such a low model Ibanez I’ve actually been wanting one specifically because of its looks lol
Do you know what model it is
this heals my depression
Thank you for writing this song, Tim. It’s my absolute favorite Polyphia song, but I think I prefer this version better. The title has more meaning in this one.
this song of Polyphia sounds like an anime :D so good, so soothing, so wonderful
Beautiful piece of art, left me speechless! It's so "aureal" makes me feel high ahaha
Hey Tim this is soooooo sweet, so amazing. i loved this, keep it up!
That first lick is so good bro, I want to hear more jamming and improving from you guys!
All the years of violin. Bet you can thank his parents for this. Ibanez everything. It’s honest sound. Tim. I want to dab with you bro.
I've always loved this song, tim is fvcking amazing, but what model is that guitar? It's so beautiful!!!
Just an rg450 nothing crazy hes got upgraded pickups tho
Really nice stuff. Much more different to Polyphia than I would have expected. Great work dude:)
And also, Scottie did awesome work with the mixing and Mastering (even though I have only heard it on UA-cam).
This is eternal ❤️
Tim is on a whole other level
Ichika Nito may have him as an influence.... Great player... Clean sounds are amazing and difficult!
sounds a bit more like yvette young
@@xmiwestlivingx and just because of one bad performance,they talk shit about him. Lol, let's see those trolls playing this.
This was before nito even had a channel
@@TwigzMso ichika was influenced by him, before ichika was "ichika nito" he was ichika mo and he wrote djent kind of riffs
@@christophergarcia4900 that pretty cool
I fricking loves the intro riff
The most "bittersweet" intro i heard in my life!.
i remember when i was small, my brother downloaded this song and i used to hear this when i play games and this song reminds me of the old times with my brother, but now hes far away (not dead but, hes in another state)
Tim's tone: Beauty incarnate
Post-vid ad: *_Royalty fucking free ukulele_*
yup, 2018 and I still love this song
I wish more people knew about tim and his overly complicated play style
Back in the days when he hadn’t maxed out all the perks on the skill tree.
That song remind me Jake Bowen solo project
Awesome, love the chilled vibe!
The sexiest guitar riff ever concieved....
In addition to liking the song and playing, I like that pullover you're wearing!
i UN-LIKED THIS SONG JUST SO i COULD LIKE IT AGAIN!!!!!!!!!
Awesome. My 9-year old son can’t wait to see you in London in 2 weeks !!!!
the intro is so beautiful
Man.... this part in e minor around 12th fret... I can listen it all day
I miss the summer days, the memories.
This has become my new favorite polyphia song
This song is fucking gorgeous
Very relaxing and pleasing to the ear.
Glad to see the ibanez back :)
Really is amazing
Man that guitars gorgeous: maple fretboard, black shark tooth inlays. He plays it pretty well too lol
its so interesting to see such a genius in the making now in 2020
sounds great
It is so beautiful.
Man this is beautiful
That’s a beautiful Ibanez. What model is it?
This is actually a lower-end ibanez. It's a RG 350MDX IIRC.
Any RG3xx series would have similar or better specs so if you're into his tone and want to play like he did in this video you can literally find these for $200 or so. My first guitar was RG 350EX (looks like this but it's black with a silver pick guard). Ibanez dropped the ball by not making a high end guitar with the black sharktooth inlays.
If you can get lucky you can find a used RG5xx series guitar for cheap and those things are essentially prestige models. If I haven't bored you already the RG5xx line from the early 90s and early 00s were basically the prestige line-up of the time back before Ibanez decided to call them something different. If you can snag a RG570 from the early 00s for less than $500 then you just beat the game. The only downside is that all the 5xx guitars look boring AF. If you want to look cool on-stage I'd recommend getting a really big neck tatt.
Yes I realize this comment has turned me into one of "those" people. But I want all my guitar bros out there using good shit.
@@chrisshreds626 dude as a fellow guitar bro, you couldn't be more right about your advice. The 5xx series are killer, you can usually snag one used on GC or reverb for 4-500, though i was scoping out one for 350. Killer instruments and they destroy most 500-1000 dollar instruments in terms of fret dress and overall quality.
@@everrest8830
Hell yeah man! My RG 550 is older than me but I get the feeling it will out last me lol. It's definitely cooler than I am.
More info no one cares about: The 5xx series was rebranded as the x5xx (there's a 15xx, 25xx, 35xx...etc.) all the rebranded guitars came with similar layouts and the same Japanese build quality but with differing locking bridges, inlays and stuff.
@@chrisshreds626 Yeah I've got a Prestige RG1527 that i refinished in matte sun burnt orange, and replaced the pups with petrucci's old setup of a reverse crunch lab and liquifire(creme and black). Also set the 5 way the same as petrucci. It's a beast!
@@chrisshreds626 I really thought it was a little better, I had a 350DX and loved it, wish I kept and put some upgrades in it.
i love this song so much
Damn is this version available on steaming? I kinda like it better than the album version
I love this.
FUCKING BEAUTIFUL I KNOW FOR A FUCKING FACT EVERYONE CRIED LISTENING TO THIS
Such an underrated UA-cam guitarist, I wish he would start his own band
Oh you have no idea do you😂
Mantis🤪🤪🤪
totally mesmerizing..
My first guitar was an ibanez. Played alot of guitar but always leaned towards ibanez. Just love its playability
I was a lesbian before watching this........"was"
+sexy350Zowner i feel you
+sexy350Zowner
i still am, but omg, those fingers...
I was straight before this....
Yah dud I ain't gay but $20 bucks is $20 bucks
I see you in the comments of every UA-cam video, and I recall you saying the exact same thing about Chris Letchford lol
My guitar get the best slaps ever after listening to this .Shame on my guitar 😂
Omg, why this remind me the Jolly Roger Bay theme from Super Mario 64? How beautiful
Beautiful song
Pretty awesome how Scottie did the mixing and mastering. Does he do it for polyphia too?
This is perfect... I can't say much more
WALTER JUNIOR!
Nice work btw
Más videos, eres un monstruo... Gran técnica.
this should be on the Itune Store
wow!!!! this is sooo sick really excited for more of this
This is so magical😃
this version is honestly so much better than the redo
What kind of camera is he using? It's very clear!
I've only heard about 340234 times, and i need more.
i really enjoyed the song, looking forward for more stuff to come
Feeling some Chon + Covet up in here
but where'd you get that hoodie??
Hoodie?
@@dboii_5312 Hoodie.
esta creacion es hermosa
I finally know how rainbow taste like
hearing this shit makes me feel like i used goodshit. so high.
I love the first 30sec of this song, I swear, I'd love to learn how to play it but it's probably going to take a lot of time before even trying it ahahah
Hey it’s 4 months later, just a reminder to learn the first riff. I just got it down to the record and it’s too much fun!