Ian Thornley is THE MAN! What a singer, slide player, soloist, song writer, rhythm, on and on. Wow. I hope John Suhr is right about the USA knowing who he is really soon.
Chris Lester Five years later and Ian is a Suhr endorser! My interest in Big Wreck really began when he stole my drummer, Chuck Keeping right out of the club I owned, The Other Side of Five. Chuck played in my house band for a couple of years and it was clear that he was destined for the big league. Ian is a monster guitarist and a very cool, intelligent guy. Chuck couldn’t of picked a better guy to work for. P.S. I’m waiting for my first Suhr guitar to arrive at my house - been ordered for two months.
For what it's worth, I'm from the US, and have been listening to Big Wreck/Thornley since the Pleasure & the Greed. Whatever style Ian's playing, the riffs are so creative and amazing. It's incredible that this band isn't huge. I wish they'd play the U.S. so I could see them live.
Awesome! They're not that big here either. That being said, got to see them at an annual, local rock fest and to hear that guitar sound, blasted in my face, was very satisfying.
Easily Canada's most under-appreciated musician. I've been a fan since the mid 90's, even pre-Loving Memory when I was lucky enough to catch ear of a few tunes. Ian's knowledge of what a guitar can do, how to play with that sound and as the video shows, his gadget geekiness is beyond reproach and gives the listener an earful of pleasure. I've seen him numerous times but no time was better than Central City Brewing in 05? 06? With talent such as his and that of those he's surrounded by, it's shocking that his name isn't better known and also consistently on lists of the world's best guitarists.
Tip for your camera operator on future 'gear tours': Film the features being discussed instead of 3 feet of ceiling over head or a close up of the subjects face. derp
Nice gear and guitars Ian... I am a huge EBMM fan as well... the style of music you play a EBMM Super Sport Axis guitar would fit you well.... Rock rocking you are awesome... looking forward seeing the band soon in the GTA...
John, that's a hell of a guitar you built for him. Looks great and sounds even better! Ian says he feels "unworthy" to play such a finely crafted guitar. Cheers!
Saw this band at The Note in April (I think). Hadn't heard of them before Jan 2013. Fabulous. The guy can groove on the GEE-TAR. Such a great show. Am also wondering about why they haven't caught on before now. Love IAN. Love BIG WRECK.
When they played here in Montreal in May, they had an excellent sound at Club Soda. Simply amazing. When they played at the NASCAR thing in August outdoors, the sound guys really fucked it up good. I was standing right behind the sound board and was shocked at what I was hearing. They need top notch soundpeople, that is for sure!
A secret? No lie-re: Soldano. -the Epiphone BC 30 (Under 700 bux) is a Soldano designed box. 2x12 15 Watts A class, 30 A/B class. Serious crunch for cheap. Ian's expression of "Don't ask, cuz it's workin' TODAY is pretty much it. I'm with EADZB4ME on why the people don't get it. This is the ONLY band that satisfies with the legendary LZ crunch. Now that Chuck is in the band, I think there's a passive focus that may not have been there before. Go get 'em, guys. The best is yet to come.
I've been consistently blown away by Ian Thornley's music since i first heard BW in 1997.. i cant understand why the general public seems to choose hamburger over steak.. but oh well :-/ I think Ian will have a bigger impact in the long run versus the flash in the pan, fast food music that's out there.
This is an old video, lately he is using Custom Audio amps and Suhr Hedgehog, which he claims in the best amp he has ever played. I really loved his tones with the Bones.
Yeah I noticed, ever since he was endorsed by Suhr, it's pretty much been all Suhr products, and they sound fantastic, but yeah the Bones is some legendary shit.
These guys simply need to find a way to tour with professional sound crews! Open up for some big name classic rock/blues, prog rock or hard rock acts. I'm tired of hearing these guys in crappy studios and clubs. Their sound and gear is just begging for larger amphs and arenas!
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Ian Thornley is THE MAN! What a singer, slide player, soloist, song writer, rhythm, on and on. Wow.
I hope John Suhr is right about the USA knowing who he is really soon.
Chris Lester Five years later and Ian is a Suhr endorser! My interest in Big Wreck really began when he stole my drummer, Chuck Keeping right out of the club I owned, The Other Side of Five. Chuck played in my house band for a couple of years and it was clear that he was destined for the big league.
Ian is a monster guitarist and a very cool, intelligent guy. Chuck couldn’t of picked a better guy to work for.
P.S. I’m waiting for my first Suhr guitar to arrive at my house - been ordered for two months.
For what it's worth, I'm from the US, and have been listening to Big Wreck/Thornley since the Pleasure & the Greed. Whatever style Ian's playing, the riffs are so creative and amazing. It's incredible that this band isn't huge. I wish they'd play the U.S. so I could see them live.
Awesome! They're not that big here either. That being said, got to see them at an annual, local rock fest and to hear that guitar sound, blasted in my face, was very satisfying.
If you like big guitar sounds, check out Big Sugar, Hemi Vision. Loud Traynor amps, with Gordie Johnson plugged in to them. Large.
Michael Petford thanks for the heads up! Will check 'em out!
Brian Sutich U.S. dates coming right up buddy
Justin Mcinnis I know! Finally going to get to see them for the first time in NY in March.
Quite the solo ... this guy understands how to convey emotions ....very well !!
Ian Thornley has created his own sound that only sounds like Ian Thornley. And that's Awesome!!
Easily Canada's most under-appreciated musician. I've been a fan since the mid 90's, even pre-Loving Memory when I was lucky enough to catch ear of a few tunes. Ian's knowledge of what a guitar can do, how to play with that sound and as the video shows, his gadget geekiness is beyond reproach and gives the listener an earful of pleasure.
I've seen him numerous times but no time was better than Central City Brewing in 05? 06?
With talent such as his and that of those he's surrounded by, it's shocking that his name isn't better known and also consistently on lists of the world's best guitarists.
Probably Canadas most talented musician. World class
I was listening to one of their songs unknowingly on the radio. And waited intently to search their lyrics to find them.
I as well, Ian is the total package. Very Rare.
Tip for your camera operator on future 'gear tours':
Film the features being discussed instead of 3 feet of ceiling over head or a close up of the subjects face.
derp
Ian is ridiculously good and a great person as well
I predict the USA will know about them real soon !
awesome when he randomly strummed the double-neck tuned in open b. Pretty much gives away which song that is used for instantly.
had no idea who these guys were until now. digging it!
bass player from Idle Sons!!! kickass band! kickass guys! that just brought back some mem's
Nice gear and guitars Ian... I am a huge EBMM fan as well... the style of music you play a EBMM Super Sport Axis guitar would fit you well.... Rock rocking you are awesome... looking forward seeing the band soon in the GTA...
Fantastic camera work there,.......
John, that's a hell of a guitar you built for him. Looks great and sounds even better! Ian says he feels "unworthy" to play such a finely crafted guitar. Cheers!
This guy is a Gem!!!!!!
i am totally stoked i have that jeff beck prototype model too.
Saw this band at The Note in April (I think). Hadn't heard of them before Jan 2013. Fabulous. The guy can groove on the GEE-TAR. Such a great show. Am also wondering about why they haven't caught on before now. Love IAN. Love BIG WRECK.
Wish Ian would do more Thornley tunes live
Saw them live. When i saw him playing with the petrucci bfr's i was like niceeee. This guy has an ear for tone
When they played here in Montreal in May, they had an excellent sound at Club Soda. Simply amazing.
When they played at the NASCAR thing in August outdoors, the sound guys really fucked it up good. I was standing right behind the sound board and was shocked at what I was hearing.
They need top notch soundpeople, that is for sure!
Bruce Nichol……!?!? idle Sons bass player?!??? I absolutely loved their album, and when they opened for Big Wreck/Thornley in Regina!!!
finally, ian thornley is a killer player
Excellent video, he's an absolute beast on guitar.
Any idea what kind of slide he uses?
Love to know what amps he used on the new album. Sick tones.
Music Man Guitars rules! ;)
What brand of strings does Ian Thornley use?
What brand of strings does he use?
someone below asked what kind of slide-?! glass tube on the pinky. wonder what kind of pick he uses. lol
Its like the cameraman tried not to show the guitars. The Jeff Beck Strat wasnt even on screen properly
What strings does he use?
A secret? No lie-re: Soldano. -the Epiphone BC 30 (Under 700 bux) is a Soldano designed box. 2x12 15 Watts A class, 30 A/B class. Serious crunch for cheap. Ian's expression of "Don't ask, cuz it's workin' TODAY is pretty much it. I'm with EADZB4ME on why the people don't get it. This is the ONLY band that satisfies with the legendary LZ crunch. Now that Chuck is in the band, I think there's a passive focus that may not have been there before. Go get 'em, guys. The best is yet to come.
I've been consistently blown away by Ian Thornley's music since i first heard BW in 1997.. i cant understand why the general public seems to choose hamburger over steak.. but oh well :-/ I think Ian will have a bigger impact in the long run versus the flash in the pan, fast food music that's out there.
EXACTLY. Hell be remembered like all the greats someday
I think Ian is a genius myself.
Anyone know what rio grande pick-ups he uses? These guys rock live and deserve more success.
Is it a coincidence that the Soldano logo is missing and that part of the clip is missing where he says what the amp is?
I wondered about that too, but they said "Soldano" numerous times, and it's just a Hot Rod 50. Not sure what that was about.
Do one of Paulo's gear.
He's catching on....
What double neck is that?
What's the name of the guitar he pulls out at 13:50?
It's one of John Petrucci's Ernie Ball signature, but he calls it 'The Coffee Table' XD
What's with the mystery around the les paul?
Super high end knock off made by a famous builder.
Loud Guitars both les pauls?
Ian is the prime example of the music world just not getting it. Sad.
WHAT GUITAR STANDS IS HE USING ANYONE KNOW?
Its an Ultracase Guitar Stand, just throw Ultracase in google and it will come up
Albatross!
1:15 "Digidly" like Flanders(The Simpsons) ?!
A Fortin Bones, holy shit.
This is an old video, lately he is using Custom Audio amps and Suhr Hedgehog, which he claims in the best amp he has ever played. I really loved his tones with the Bones.
Yeah I noticed, ever since he was endorsed by Suhr, it's pretty much been all Suhr products, and they sound fantastic, but yeah the Bones is some legendary shit.
Do I sense some hostility towards Gibson?
Wow cool guy...to take the time to have someone poke a camera in his face for 20 minutes so he can talk about his rig in depth...
Ian's like a lot of us players. Love our gear and love to talk about it.
These guys simply need to find a way to tour with professional sound crews! Open up for some big name classic rock/blues, prog rock or hard rock acts. I'm tired of hearing these guys in crappy studios and clubs. Their sound and gear is just begging for larger amphs and arenas!
Hes good but only one real hit. A one hit where you wonder why people think the others songs are worthy.