John 5 interview

[@jimmypaulgaard3644]

Amazing artist, but his humble genuine nature is what makes these interviews with him worth watching.

[@mikemassie5287]

Couldn't agree more my friend

[@tavrikgannon]

Agreed. When it was announced that he would be joining Motley I had my reservations. I'm way less iffy now that I've seen more of his work. The fact that he's so versatile will make him a good fit, musically. I love his humble attitude. He's a bit more of a showman and that is really the only thing that originally left me skeptical. But... the man has talent that cannot be denied. I wish him well and much greater success with Motley.

[@finkboy66]

Kind, smart, articulate and passionate. There is nothing not to like about John 5 - much respect

[@mothermetal4056]

There are many legend guitar players. But one thing makes John 5 unique is that he can play anything. To find a player so versatile is hard to find. Also he is one of the most grounded coolest guys you could ever meet. To watch him play with the Creatures was an amazing experience. You have got to see them play. It is worth every second. My mind is still blown away by the talent by all three individuals that took that stage. Forever legendary. Mother Metal 💀 🖤

[@fredhankins7672]

ummm buckethead.marty friedman

[@p.b.5518]

@@fredhankins7672 yes....oh yes..... someone who agrees with me. I've been arguing with some fuckhead that buckethead is a better guitarist than john 5. Not saying he is bad, he's great but buckethead is otherworldly. He has bluegrass albums, jazz albums,blues albums, metal, soft prog, prog metal etc.
There is nothing he hasn't at least covered once in his like what.....300 albums.....also who else can say they put out around 300 albums.....and 85% of them were fucking great.

[@fredhankins7672]

@@p.b.5518 very true look at his album coo coo clock

[@mothermetal4056]

Every artist is unique. I cannot pick out any favorite. Artists should never be compared. Each one has a vision all to their own. So unique individually. I have many guitarists to mention. Scotti Hill darn good blues player and rocker. Ace Frehley's music rocks. And don't forget those in the past who influenced the next generations. May Rock never die 😎🔥🎶. Mother Metal 💀🖤

[@mikemassie5287]

"A Bloody Fine Gentleman"!

[@edwardlopez5457]

Unbelievable advice. Not just for music, but being a lawyer, an accountant, a mechanic. Practice, opportunity, be in the moment, grow, learn, listen and be yourself. $1 million dollars of advice for free.

[@paulhughes7366]

I discovered John 5 in motley Crüe band ,this guy is incredibly talented he deserves a bright future in music all the best John

[@dgenerated]

My first (and only) experience seeing John 5 live was with Marilyn Manson on the "Rock Is Dead" tour in 99' and was completely blown away at how on point his playing was and how close to the sound of the album he could make those songs sound!.. A truly gifted musician in all styles of 🎵

[@weekendthreat5576]

John 5 is such a big inspiration. I love watching his interviews as he's so humble, dedicated, well-spoken, and very insightful. He's so musically diverse, too. I have so many positive things to say about this guy. Keep shining on, Mr. 5!

[@kawythowy867]

One of the best. Under appreciated

[@roosterj2599]

Van Halen 1 made my 8 year old self want to learn more than I knew on guitar at the time. That album is a milestone for all of us guitar players who are old enough to remember the good ol days

[@chadlucier]

It's nice to hear him give Eddie so much credit. People get too lost in the 80's rock to understand what an inspiration and legend he was. He changed the way you play guitar!

[@jarrettfinney4882]

Who out there doesn’t love John 5? Such a down to earth dude man. He’s unbelievable and you’d totally feel ok going up and talking to him. Talk about the American dream

[@anniedarkhorse6791]

Humble, mega-talented, creative, artistic, hard-working and a realist. I'm glad he made it.

[@VancityReynold06]

@annie Hello, how are you doing? It is nice meeting you here.

[@BlackDotNaga23]

The fact that I live in Michigan and I’m an aspiring musician hearing this man say “you have to leave Michigan” is literally blowing me away right now and my home I feel is in LA. I love John 5 such. Grounded humble and nice guy, you can just tell he wants to answer any question and help as much as possible. Love this guy, and thanks for the upload I needed to hear it

[@BlackDotNaga23]

@DELORM thanks man!

[@andriayoung449]

Truly awesome to have seen him play November 2019 one of best nites of my life

[@VancityReynold06]

@andria Hello, how are you doing? It is nice meeting you here.

[@pauldangelo5021]

I only recently discovered John5 through his solo work..Didn't know he played with soo many greats..
Damn John5 ,Why do ya have to be so Good!!!!!!!!!!!!! ....LOL Big Ups John 5 and your Rhythm section too ...

[@SP4NKH4RD]

I discovered him through Marilyn Manson and I didn't know he did solo stuff, lol.

[@pauldangelo5021]

@@SP4NKH4RD Touche my friend ;)

[@hectorcampos8316]

This Guy Is Very Very wise about music

[@edredmond6949]

John5 is amazing, out of this world talent and it would be hard to find someone who couldn't like him one way or another. Go Michigan John5

[@donniey.8891]

I remember seeing John 5 with Rob Zombie at Mayhem Fest in Burgettestown Pennsylvania. He had a broken leg and still rocked it.

[@VancityReynold06]

@donnie Hello, how are you doing? It is nice meeting you here.

[@bmjames]

I always thought John 5 seems like a quiet guy who would be happy being a session guitarist and just geeking out about guitar. I'm glad that he performs and has the exposure that he has, though, because it's inspiring to see someone I can relate to more than the average ego-driven rock star.

[@kamaboko1]

J5 is always a gentleman in his interviews.

[@VancityReynold06]

@kama Hello, how are you doing? It is nice meeting you here.

[@40daydreamer77]

My Dad and uncle Scott were avid concert goers, and said they went to see Alice Cooper in Detroit back in the 70s...well before the advent of the internet. They hadn't heard much of anything in regards to KISS before the show and were salty that there was an opening act. They said KISS came out and completely melted their faces off in the front row. Love hearing those guys reliving those moments. The way they were talking...they were RIGHT BACK THERE AGAIN. That's the power of a live show. They took years away from shows as they had kids and responsibilities, but, we're taking them to shows with us now.

[@sscamaro9144]

One of best guitarist of all time

[@shawnc318]

Not really

[@KawaiiJimmyMcGill]

I love you John! ❤️ I’m proud of you for working so hard and becoming a celebrity. I’ve been watching you grow.

[@elizabethhamilton9408]

Just saw him live on tour in CT. So nice

[@VancityReynold06]

@elizabeth Hello, how are you doing? It is nice meeting you here.

[@kutzbill]

I also had a great teacher, and a friend in my neighbor, Gary. I could work on a riff all week, and play it for him, and he say that I sounded really good, but I think it goes like this, and he'd play it perfect.
His group started moving up, and I had a 1960 Oldsmobile station wagon, and we could put his equipment in it, and go set up, and we'd have room to sleep in it too.
He made a name for himself, and once they got the singer that fit, they took off. I saw him a few times, and he was always the same Gary, but he was drinking a lot. For my wedding that didn't happen, (I got left standing, but it was a hell of a party), he drank almost a case of champagne.
Sadly his drinking made him less aware, and (IMHO) the singer (Who had to be in every camera shot) began to take over. It was the first group that didn't show the lead guitar while the lead guitar was playing in videos.
Gary was kicked out of the group he started, and it was reported because of his addiction to alcohol. I went and saw him, in Golden Co, near where I was working at the time, and he said he was "fine". I gave him my number, and begged him to call me.
He never did, and I never saw him again.
RIP Gary Richrath, you were the best. I wish I had been a better friend to you. I still say to this day that you can't have REO without Gary Richrath.
PS. John 5, I wish I was as good as your pinkie.....

[@hitcher82]

REO was never the same without him.

[@pazzo5150]

REO as in Speedwagon ?

[@packrat2473655]

Dude is in fkn credible. Blows me away every video.

[@smcsound13]

My favorite John 5 video (I've watched a shitload). What a cool guy. I recently moved into a small house by myself where my noodelings can't piss anyone off. RUclipss of John5 are a regular influence. Thanks Ste Hate for posting.

[@Dastefn]

awesome,you're welcome!

[@chesterxman]

Hi there. Are you glad you moved into the house? I play electric guitar and live in an apartment, where I can't turn it up. I've been thinking about getting a house, mainly for this reason.

[@MrROTD]

It all started with KISS for me too but I just had a tennis racket

[@peterpandemonium3336]

But now, you're a really good tennis player, right? Is it hard to lob with all the make-up?

[@georgiethumbs2438]

You have to eat that shit night and day for years before you even come a million light years even close to making a living doing it. The way he made it a career is so insanely tough which should tell you how good he is.

[@chucky1time337]

Absolutely 100% reality great insight great comment spot on true facts stated it’s not easy at all takes great discipline and hard work to even get good never mind legendary like our man John 5 here

[@MatteBlacke]

Wow. In this interview he shares the secrets of how to be successful at anything life: effort, flexibility, motivation, curiosity etc

[@FedorMachida]

John 5 is awesome. Really great person and guitarist.

[@IndianaDoug]

Good Advice here👍🏻 The best practice isn’t at rehearsal, it’s ultimately on stage. There’s no do overs live. It’s make you and your group tight. Those little quirks in our personality, those queues with the nod of your head, etc. It teaches you what NOT to do as well, or should I say, what you can get away with😄 Fantastic interview👍🏻

[@tizombie]

John 5 is a guitar God. Have seen him several times with Rob Zombie and each time his playing was mind blowing. Highly under appreciated IMO, but if you know - you know. Much respect and congratulations on joining Crue. Best wishes for the amazing future you deserve brother.

[@soulfate2]

Well done John all your efforts are noticed and you’re amazing

[@frankspikes7858]

I could listen to this guy all day. And I'm a drummer. Lol

[@JohnWayne-vf5bs]

John 5 is friend's with Marc Rizzo from ill nino

[@jeanharris8185]

J-5. I am so impressed with your versatility. I've listened to all interviews. U r correct, limited effects thru an amp. I have an amp with echo chorus and a Boss Ds-1. No wam bar. No wawwa. Everything works out. Classical, country, rock, blues, metal....Kookie Jeannie

[@rlin2648]

This dude is very cool very very great at guitar but most of all very down to earth which makes him a million times cooler.

[@Hengry-hn7rb]

When u are humble rather than shallow pretentious narcissistic ass. You do look & makes u a million times cooler😎👍

[@emmaenriquez4561]

Manson was extremely lucky to have Mr John 5 in the band, I can’t believe he put up with all MM shit being such a smart, intelligent, kind and educated person and musician, it’s understandable why MM was such an asshole with him because he was so frieking jealous all the time, John 5 was superior to MM in many ways, so glad to know more about him👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@VancityReynold06]

@emma Hello, how are you doing? It is nice meeting you here.

[@TheSavagederek]

Nice guy superb musician .

[@davidcammilleri5526]

His country guitar work is genius.

[@christophermurphy7723]

John 5 your a very big inspiration to my playing style and even before I really paid attention to what you do on the guitar.
I am always looking for creative ways to bring sound or feeling to a piece that am writing or riffing, my RUclips channel doesn't give justice but soon I hope kinda in the writing copy write stage live performance building.
Hope to meet you some day or jam...
Keep it up and keep them guessing lol
Christopher murphy
The TWISTED ROOSTER

[@thegodhead]

Holy Wood one of my all time favorite albums.

[@johnwick-ii6il]

I am old, and never cared much for modern music. And yet so impressed with this mans knowledge, composition, and skill.

[@Top5DeadOrAlive]

I never realized you were an actual person. I loved your movie.

[@davidledford3522]

It's the purity of country music that draws guitarist (true country music that is)

[@davidcammilleri5526]

Exactly. His country music is amazing.

[@shawnsimmons697]

Must have been a great time to be a KISS fan in the 70s, having two records out every year is epic

[@YouTube.Algorithmic.Nonsense]

I don't remember any kid who didn't like Kiss in the 70s - and I was living in the middle of nowhere.

[@dansig123]

I was a kid in the 70's and thought they were bigger than life, almost superhero status.

[@adamfanalways]

He’s a incredible talent and guitarist, he can play anything🙌

[@allthingsbegin]

Amazing guitarist and very well spoken.

[@Floppy_Bacon]

Love John 5 🤎
Extremely Talented and very nice and down to earth.
One of the very best guitarists out there 👏

[@cyrusblackwood33]

John 5 is an absolute legend.

[@evilelf5967]

john's such an underrated musician,his back catalogue of work reads like a who's who in the business.

[@kilted1776]

He is now the new guitar player for Mötley Crüe

[@wittwfiii]

John is a musician's musician. He inspires me to be me.

[@alexhutton4848]

He is my kinda of guitarist . Tell it like it is no bs . Nice guy

[@dawgyjones6009]

Guitar genius!

[@richw.6296]

I remember turning away from Marilyn Manson when John 5 came around. I wanted the old days to remain, but much later, I learned about how fucking serious he is. He is a force to be reckoned with.
I also stretched my left hand to the point it became larger than the right.

[@johnhechtlinger9465]

he might be the most articulate guitarist out there.....and one of the best....

[@GP-ff8en]

Harmony House, Car City Classics & Village Records & Tapes!

[@pwade5000]

Jesus this guy is so humble

[@rswhitney8ify]

The way he is describing his goals is that he wanted to be a true journeyman and he is

[@JPREEDY77]

I want to see John do an electric banjo session!

[@codersexpo1580]

"I hope nobody ever says ...oh he uses 6 strings....cause then I might have to start using 5 strings or something.." LOL This kid is amazing!

[@rammuana5266]

John you stay so humble yet you're sooo greatttt

[@zachneeb7923]

I actually wanna just grab a beer with you. For a guitar guru, that knows more than anyone, for someone that's better than everyone, I always I have admired how truly talented you are

[@pjchurch1641]

Cool, nerdy, brilliant, kind and thoughtful

[@zakkwylde2712]

Unbelievable, awsome a true musician

[@kevinhartwell5249]

I love it that he gives a shout out to Larry Campbell. He's an amazing instrumentalist. John 5 comes off is a really genuine guy. I admire that

[@roberttaylor2251]

yes Mr.georgie thumbs!!!! 10,000 hours is the game.I'm a rock drummer and musician's I play with in ROCK BANDS tell me I'm too.loud...its all about finding the real GENUINE ONES that wanna be on your side.and play what the music calls for.....but regardless of the style you play.your right.you have to live BREATHE your instrument.and listen to all styles...I'm 51 and glad I quit my day job...ill live in a storage shed if I have to..just to keep doing this..because its who I am PERIOD

[@stephenmorton6764]

Such an underrated guitar player.

[@ZiggyTheAdventurer]

as a bar musician I loved when John said he only uses a distortion and a wah.
I played with another guy and he was a pedal freak. but every show something would go wrong and it took him 10 mins to figure out what pedal was causing the problem. I just used a distortion, period. it was on or off. I never needed anything else. always sounded clean and never stopped the show.

[@Dunning-Krugereffect]

He's always been a very good person. He wants to include everyone and make them feel comfortable. That's a very rare thing with groups as big as the ones he has played in.

[@billyshane3804]

This guy can play all styles, like Tommy Bolin-The Ultimate.

[@ThrashRoC]

John 5 is a Guy which i look up to... VERY VERY Great Musician

[@christinewagner1989]

Amazing person and timeline a gift within a gift within a gift

[@VancityReynold06]

@christine Hello, how are you doing? It is nice meeting you here.

[@williamdonnelly4671]

Music over all🎉❤

[@jeffreylarson8533]

I was on a similar trajectory until I started a Family. Then I started a business to provide for said family. I am so glad he broke out as a musicians musician that he always wanted to be.

[@iuri7724]

obrigado pela postagem gosto muito do som desse cara

[@MartialGolf]

A true musician

[@natashasavage8039]

LOVE JHON5❣️

[@ricothepoolboy1758]

Seems like a really good dude.

[@edisterhaupt]

I met John once. He asked if he could be in my band (jokingly).
I just said, "no"
great dude.

[@williamrichardson2344]

yep he is the best guitarist and the most versatile musician ever !!!

[@I_like_turtles_67]

Prince held that title to me. John 5 is an epic guitarist. But John 5 doesn't play 20+ instruments like prince did.
Just my .02

[@southboundguitar]

So crazy to hear John5 say that he loved HeeHaw and The Monkies. Sounds just like my childhood. Too bad my parents didn’t stick a guitar in my hand before I could walk.
I’m almost 41 now, and I have a 1 year old. He already knows how to strum daddy’s guitars, and he dances a jig every time he hears music. One can only hope!

[@hen263]

Besides John 5 being a ridiculous talent he is one of the nicest guys in the business.

[@icuabc1235]

I like how John 5 doesn't play his Guitar with it hanging down to his Ankles.

[@BlckCloud73]

This is almost a master class on how to be a professional guitarist.

[@timanderson9466]

His advice is priceless!
Get out of your comfort zone.
Play with as many people as you can.
Play and learn different styles.
Everything he has done, he’s done right.

[@jayp6421]

Around 10 minutes 45 seconds he plays a slight Dukes of Hazzard!!😁🤟🏼

[@jaywilldoit]

John 5 combined the abilities of John 1-4

[@StanleyMcVeigh]

I love Marilyn Manson and John 5, they are the best men on the Earth

[@geremiajonathan1814]

Best of the best and complete guitarman

[@chandramoon100]

True to himself, his talent/ gift & genuine/ brutal honesty 🙂

[@tijuanaiguana190]

What I learned from this: john 5 understands a lot of things

[@charlese.prospecting6627]

You are amazing

[@marcgatto9675]

Seems like a nice guy. Great player.

[@damnedlock8776]

Wow...I never knew he played for K.D. Lang...I can't see him playing with K.D. Lang..but I also think its pretty cool.

[@philipharris2273]

Genius. And so nice with it!

[@williamtobin7282]

Saw this guy with rob zombie and he was just a wicked guitarist. Now you might question my take on it but after seeing dozens of legendary bands to include randy Rhodes and eddy Van Halen, IN THEIR PRIME, I stand behind my opinion..

[@bethprice9453]

Think leaving MM was best for you at the time. Like you said now you can be you the true you!!!!!! Keep it up! Luv u!!!

[@winstonwolff]

John has quietly created his own niche over the last 35 years.
He has his own style and sound which is super important To be able to separate yourself and stand out. Eddie, Yngwie, vai, vito. When you hear them you know. You have to put him up there with the most talented.

[@robertmyers6859]

GREAT VIDEO