Tooooo kind Michael. Thanks so much for digging into this one. You're so passionate about great music, we're humbled to be a part of your channel again.

Big Wreck is criminally underrated. I’ve seen them live a couple times over the last few years and they never cease to amaze me. She couldn’t understand it, but I made my wife drive 4 hours with me to go see them last year, halfway through the set she leans in and goes “I get it now”. They’re simply unreal.

Ian Thornley is one of the *best* electric guitar players on the planet. And he can get those guitar sounds live also, while singing... and he has a great voice. Writes interesting songs, leads a tight band. Massive Talent, Cubed!

Most underrated rock band on the planet. Ian is an absolute musical genius. Every song on every album is absolutely mind blowing.

How Big Wreck aren't one of the biggest rock bands in the world is beyond me. Ian's tone is amazing, but so are those vocals! Thanks for showcasing them again Michael.

I agree with you. Ian Thornley could be the best guitarist on the planet right now, plus he writes great, superbly structured, rock songs and has a killer voice. Canada’s most underrated band.

Did I just crawl out from under a rock? I've never heard of these guys. Ian's vocals are incredible, dare I say he is filling a huge void left by Chris Cornell if that is possible. I'm blown away and a new fan.

Dude......just about had a stroke when I saw this. I must confess I'm both those Davids and I hit you up on all the social media you had...and yes I emailed you. Wasn't intended to come from two separate accounts. All that aside your music theory is top notch. I couldn't wait to see your face because I knew this would hit you hard and give you that stink face. And yes, Ian has ALL the tone and I haven't heard anyone touch him on the tone side of things. My little brother lit up like it was Christmas. Listen to "The House" for the best lead work on the album and thank you soo much. You made my year.

Definitely a Steve Vai "Bad Horsie" vibe going on here and to that I say Hell Yeah! The heavy Chuggin' that seamlessly slides into the slide section of the riff is masterful. Which leads to a soulful southern rock, blues, and then the Robin Trower vibe kicks in an ultimately goes right back to the Vai "Bad Horsie" vibe! Very well crafted, very well done.

Most underrated band of all time. So glad to see you giving them some juice here. I do agree that Ian consistently has awesome guitar tones... all of them... the layers, the light stuff, the heavy stuff... it's just stellar.

How rare is at that a band just keeps getting better and better over time? It's impossible to get enough of these guys!

I love how enthusiastic you are discovering all the nuances of big wreck. It's how I feel every your time I listen to them.... sometimes I'll listen to a new song of theirs on repeat for several days straight

I was NOT expecting you to pull up Ian Thornley. Holy shit...he's my favorite singer for decades now. Big Wreck's albums are the fantastic. ....all of them. "The Oaf" was one of my favorite songs of all time.

Thanks for covering these guys! I will never, ever understand how they aren't more famous, especially in the US. I've seen them in person half a dozen times, and they are absolutely this good live.

Man, I can’t stop listening to all of their music. He will surprise you at every turn. Very creative stuff and raunchy vocals.

The big chorus and the way the entire band sounds around the solo has a prime King's X feel to it.

Was a fan of them for years but then I saw them live back in 2010……That show turned me into a diehard fan. Michael do yourself a favour and see them live. I’ve lost count after seeing them into the double digits but it’s truly an unforgettable and addictive experience. The band is very tight and the solo sections are jaw dropping. When you see the ear piece come out, you know it’s game on. Hope to see you react to some more live clips of the band. There is some gems deep in catacombs of youtube.

Love Ian Thornley and Big Wreck. Under the Lighthouse from the Suhr concert is so haunting with his slide work and tone. Gives me the chills.

Man I found Big Wreck in 2000 and have been a fanatic ever sense. Greatest going! Try turning on everyone I meet to this greatness.

As you point out, the Big Thing with Big Wreck is the stupid-heavy verses and the absolutely soaring choruses. They are just geniuses at this. And Ian's slide playing is world class.

I was today years old when I was introduced to Ian Thornley. Awesome, thank you. I've heard the name, but never the music.

I’ve heard the name Big Wreck here and there for years with no investigation, now after this one song I’m going full in with a extensive follow up.

Honestly, nobody has a better tone for that style. It’s all Ian and it’s freakin awesome.

Yes!!! Ian Thornley/ Big Wreck criminally underrated! Thank you for the vid!!

Ian Thornley is definitely one of the best rock guitarists around. He can cover so much ground in his songs.

Ian’s tone and voice are on another level

Thanks my friend!!! Ian Thornley is by far the most under-rated musician on this earth. He's my main influence. Not only are his guitar skills out of this world but his vocals are just as good. Thank you for covering him. The whole bands amazing

I'm with you...for this kind of music Ian rules the roost. Their newest single (dropped just a few days ago) "Bail out" is F@#kin nuts😳😳😳

Hints of Bad horsie from Vai but the uplifted chorus and the heavy blues solo really nails this song

It's interesting that Paulo is in this video. I really hope he comes back full time, they would be back to a five-piece. The best. Ian Thornley, Chris Caddell, Paulo Neta. It would be the ultimate tribute to Brian, who was amazing in his own way.

He’s an absolute monster. I’ve never seen anyone live who can actually improve on their studio versions. Seen them live three times and my jaw just drops every time. He can go from wicked filth to pure pristine clean and sounds great everywhere. This band is TIGHT.

Being from Toronto I was lucky enough to catch Thornly numerous times just seemingly pop up randomly at venues across the city. He's such an incredible musician. Some really intimate acoustic stuff too which was always special. But seeing your appreciation for another local powerhouse in Chris Caddell. We had a sweet little venue out here called the Orbit Room he would regularly play at, in his band called Horshack. You should check his stuff out. Orbit Room had some special talent rolling through regularly and was always a great vibe with some serious talent. Miss that place.

It is CRIMINAL that these guys have been so under the radar for asl long as they have, Ian is the freaking man!!! And as far as time goes, I cannot think of anyone who has a better lead tone than him, slash might be the closest and it’s still not near the level of Ian’s🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼 thank you Mike for all you do to inspire us to pick up the wood and wire!!!

Oh man, I read the title and thought "In my world, that's Ian Thornley"....and here it is. FUCK. YEAH.

No band in the last ten years has been putting out music as good as Ian and Big Wreck. He absolutely has the best tone in the game and his feel and taste is incredible . And thats just the guitar playing . Dude is one of the best singers in the game . And the song writing is unreal

I think I saw Bev. W headbanging in the front. Lol. I've been with these guys since 97, and they never disappoint. Met all these guys in Buffalo at a show one night. They always hang with the fans. A class act. Most underrated band of all time. Hoping they come back to the states again very soon.

Thank you Michael Palmisano for setting up your channel. Interesting and great fun to watch. All the best.

He was one of the first singers that was asked to audition for the original Velvet Revolver lineup. Turned it down because he didn’t see a need for 3 guitarists in the band. Look it up. Interesting rock n roll history.

This song didn’t stand out to me when 7.2 came out but this video has shown me the light.

Freaking cool sludge with that major twist! Thanks!

HUGE Big Wreck fan...and especially of Ian. His playing is on another plane, always has been. Did you know he was actually Slash's first choice as frontman for Velvet Revolver, but Slash wanted him to only sing and unstrap his guitar. Ian passed, and rightfully so. He's an otherworldly singer, but no way in hell do you just sweep aside those guitar abilities!! Pure taste, and class, and attention to detail...all while making it feel and sound as if he's walking a musical tightrope. The epitome of controlled chaos. And yes...TONE GALORE!! You want your jaw on the floor, just watch the Big Wreck Dunlop Sessions. Starts w/ Overemphasizing....where he'll make you question if Derek Trucks really is the king of the slide. Then Skybunk Marche will just flip your lid completely. It's prog, it's fusion, it's avant-garde, it's shredder rock. What is it? It's completely badass is what it is! LOVE LOVE LOVE that you are finding your way on the BW bandwagon Michael. As a fellow Marylander who has only been blessed enough to see this band once after decades of putting their stuff up there w/ my most beloved bands of all time, I'll be looking for you next time they come around Michael. Cheers, Dan

Big Wreck are starting to put together a really serious catalogue that matches up with just about anybody. They've long surpassed their Canadian alt-rock contemporaries. The amazing thing is that Ian's voice, though it seems maybe a touch more weathered than it was, hasn't lost an ounce of range or power in over 25 years. I can't think of another vocalist who's been around that long and belts like this who can say that. Cornell was still a great live singer before his death but had lost a lot of his high end, Vedder is a shadow of his former self and has been for a long time. And somehow, as impossible as it seems, Ian is improving as a guitarist. He's always been a beast of a guitar player but in the last 3-4 albums he's blowing everyone away.

Ever since I heard The Oaf back…oh late 90’s I think. I have been hooked on Ian’s sound and abilities. He stacks so many different styles into his songs. All while making it seem effortless. Some of the songs like overemphasizing, Broken Hands, A Place To Call Home just to name a few, of so many. Have unbelievable crunch, tone, sustain. This to me is what makes his work solo and Big Wreck simply amazing. I believe Ian is one of the greatest guitarists of our time. Please keep shedding a light on what makes him and his works so special.

I think you’re right Michael, this guy is so technically gifted but it’s also how he uses it. The arrangements and production of the tracks is top drawer

No one sounds better than this! Just saw them live for the second time last week and I’m still blown away by the performance! Highly underrated band! Sooooo creative I LOVE Big Wreck!

Ian Thornley whether he's with Big Wreck or when he did his thing with Thornley is an absolute legend and his music is generational. I saw Thornley back in the early 2000's in Regina and it's a toss up between Tool and Thornley as to the best concerts I've witnessed. If you ever have a chance to see Big Wreck or Ian Thornley, take it.

I had not played guitar for 27 years...then I found Ian Thornley and Big Wreck and now play everyday. He/they are my biggest influence by far. Great video, Michael. Love your enthusiasm.

oh Jesus that riff is GREASY and SICK. The tone is STELLAR and the vocals and vocal melodies are insane. My neighbors are not going to like the volume level I have this weekends Big Wreck deep dive that is going to happen now! 10/10 would recommend and share!

I remember seeing Dream Theater on the “Awake” tour, with Big Wreck opening up. We were all making fun of their name before they hit the stage. We were all eating crow by the time they were done. Blew everyone away! Great band…

Filmed at the legendary Horseshoe Tavern on Queen St. in Toronto. It’s one of the best live music venues on the planet.

Ty Tabor of Kings X is a major influence on Ian. They are both amazing.

One of the great things about channels like yours is to learn about new music outside the bubble of bands you listen to. Never heard of them before, but damn they groove. That riff kicked my ass.

Love them. When I saw them at Rocklahoma years ago he fried a stack and the rolled a new one out without stopping and just fired it right back up. It was awesome!

Toronto and the Horseshoe Tavern...one of my old stompin grounds. Love it!

Saw Big Wreck live a few times back in my Halifax university days, late 90s/early 2000s, one of Canada's finest.

I totally agree Michael. I loved this so much because the expressions on your face as you're listening to Ian play is probably exactly how I look when i'm listening to him. He's just amazing for so many reasons. I love me some Big Wreck :) His tone, his musicality, phrasing, not to mention his vocal ability are just utter perfection and bring a smile to my face every time I hear them.

I love that solo...to my ear I hear some Peter Frampton jazzy improv with Joe Satriani speed licks...very well put together.

Big Wreck - Such a fantastic band. The first time I ever heard them was when I lived in Canada for a year back in '00-'01. Saw the video for "Inhale" on MuchMusic and immediately had to look them up. I was surprised to learn they'd already been around a while, but none of my friends (we're all musicians) had heard of them, either. I ran right out and picked up "The Pleasure and the Greed" and was floored by the pure musicianship on that album. GREAT band. In a perfect world they'd have been hailed as the next Soundgarden and selling out arenas around the globe.

Michael, I'm sure that others have already mentioned this but its worth repeating. Andertons did a really great interview with Ian a few years ago where "The Captain" sat with him and walked through all his gear and tones. It is totally worth the 45 minutes of watch time.

The track and riff to me has a mixture of sound that reminds me of the southern sludge of Pantera and Stone Temple Pilots; Dead and Bloated, from their first album, Core.

Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Thornley studied jazz music at Boston's Berklee College of Music in the 1990s, and formed the band Big Wreck in 1993 with classmates David Henning, Brian Doherty, and Forrest Williams. They soon relocated from Boston to Toronto and eventually signed a US record deal with Atlantic Records. Their 1997 debut album, In Loving Memory Of..., was a significant hit that year on rock radio in both Canada and the United States.

WTF? was this? Wow, again..eyes opened to an artist. Tone & Riff: absolutely sick (love to see the signal chain for that tone "please don't be a modeler")

Big Wreck is just a treasure trove of crazy sexy music. They're a very musically intelligent band. Everything is so thoughtfully put together to achieve some really, really unique sound. Ultra memorable band, and of course Ian is just a world class human all around. for an equivalent (not better) guitar tone?? Maybe someone like a John Angus MacDonald from The Trews, even Neal Schon from Journey? They have these monsterous, transcending tones...and Ian belongs right there.

Love the whole composition. Parts of the solo make me think of Steve Via playing drunk in a blues dive. In a good way😁. Steve Via needs to relax more. New fave Big Wreck.

The tone is Suhr Hedgehog. Been wanting one of those forever. I have a hedgehog tone on my Quad Cortex and I love it, but I bet the real thing is just creamy!

It's like he's singing in a rocking chair! He's hitting these amazing cords, and it's almost like he's just breathing!

Big Wreck 7.2 is epic. Check out The House

Where has this been all my life!!?? Great pick Michael!

Ian Thornley is such a creative guitarist. I also like seeing Chris Cadell playing rhythm, he is a talent himself, plays for Sass Jordan, Colin James and his own project The Wreckage. I mean this whole band....damn...it just doesn't get any better......

They are such a great live band! I keep trying to get them to come to Minnesota more often. Only been able to see them live once, but I immediately wanted to see them again!

go and watch the video Suhr recorded with him as guest. Pete Thorn said he quickly chose pedals and adjusted them on the fly and his tone was just out of this world. My thought on this is it might be hours and hours of experimenting with effects in the studio. The guys hear a sound in his head and can replicate it with the exact setup needed. What a singer, great guitar player as well.

I've been a fan of Big Wreck since I first saw "The Oaf" on MTV in 1998. Their debut "In Loving Memory Of..." is one of my favorite records of all time. In fact, the last time I discovered a band that had me that excited was in 1987 when I discovered Y&T. Such a shame we lost Brian Doherty in 2019.

I bought this bands first CD when it was released back in the 90's and it had a permanent home in my car for a few years. I had no idea they were still around writing new music.

Ian Thornley and Ty Tabor of King's X have my favorite guitar tones.

HOLY SH!T, I can't believe I'm just now discovering Big Wreck, what an amazing band. I'm hooked!!!

Thank god I've got to see Ian and the boys live last week, and they played this song too, such a great musician man! I was completely stoke to see they performing live for the first time, awesome!

You asked - Ty Tabor. Love Ian’s tone, but Ty’s tone is a force to be reckoned with and he is an absolute riff monster, and has been for over 30 years. Dogman album is the codex for drop tuning riffs.

Just found your channel a few weeks ago.... thankyou for taking the time to share your passion. And this is a wonderfully filthy tune... I hadn’t heard it and I like it alot.

Follow up - Concert in STL was amazing and Ian, Chris, Dave and Sekou could not have been nicer. Hearing them live was life changing. Fighting serious GAS. Want to get the Ian Thornley Sig Surh Roughneck - but I know it’s still going to sound like me - AHAHAH😆

As far as rock and heavy rock, Ian has the perfect combination of melody, phrasing, touch, tone, technique and originality. Always inspiring to listen to.

Ian is a MONSTER player, and SOOO underrated!

The guy has to be the most underrated vocalist/musician in the business. I tell EVERYONE about these guys and fervently support their shows. Just saw them for the 7th time couple months ago.....and will be again!! And a huge YES...his tone is amazing and he has such a great grasp on using effects.

Michael, you are so very correct about the tone... It's so nasty. The only one that came to mind when you asked who's in that realm currently for this kind of music... Mr Cantrell is the only one that I could think of.

He reminds me of Richie Kotzen as a double threat vocally and guitar.

How this reminds me on Chris Cornell... Never heard of Ian Thornley but dang, that's a masterpiece in many ways

I have seen Big Wreck twice. What amazes me is how clean they sound live. Shout out to the legendary Horseshoe Tavern in Toronto.

Michael you gotta watch Ians interview with the captain on you tube. Talks through his tone and solo technique. So so good. Keep on truckin!

There’s a dude Micheal Gurley who was the guitarist for the band Dada. Their first record “Puzzle” was produced by Ken Scott and it’s got some of my favorite strat tones of all time. Their first three albums actually all sound really good. It’s unfortunate that the only thing anyone remembers from them is the one hit DizzKnee Land because that’s not even close to the best song on that album. Those three albums are filled with solid songs, great riffs, harmonies and I love Micheal’s solos. He’s got some real cool original phrasing. Not sure what he used on those albums but every time I’ve seen him play live he plays through an old Mesa boogie combo, although recently I think he’s been using Orange amps. He’s definitely worth checking out.

Best guitar tone hands down. I got to see them live in 1998 and fell in love as soon as I heard that massive guitar. Overemphasizing is one of my favorite guitar solos all these years later.

I still remember when I first discovered BW around “That Song” time. Ian has always amazed me, with his ridiculous playing and his awesome vocals. And yes, his tone has always been monstrous (kudos perhaps to Suhr for some of that? IDK). Beyond all of that, however, is the writing and all of it together. It’s always been pure magic, with every album and EP another step forward. All of it has brought me so much joy and bliss and inspiration over the years of my life. Thank you BW for making the world so much brighter!

Yes to all the things you said Michael. Just watched the 2022 Rock Hall of Fame show. These guys deserve it.

Ian has that dirty duo of great tone and killer chops... its always amazing to watch is stuff.

Big Wreck is the best find I've come across in AT LEAST 10 years. OMG. I can't go a day without. PLEASE COME TO TEXAS!

I agree that Ian has a great tone...I love it. I can't argue that it is BETTER than a lot of groups in this type of music. Alter Bridge - both Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti - have GREAT tone and the musicality of their songs is top notch.

THANK YOU MIKE. Love it when you take on BW/Ian. Also that’s the studio recording with live footage

this has that sort of grimy... almost like Days of the New but electric. really great sounding song. i didnt know they were back together ill have to check the new stuff out.

Michael thanks for doing your sessions on Big Wreck/Ian Thornley interview. What a discovery of such an amazing musician and his group. As a drummer I always get a lot out of your eye for the details, your enthusiasm, your insights about playing in bands, and your many comments about drummers and rhythm sections. Keep bringing your joy and thank you!

Love Big Wreck, Ian Thornley....huge fan here in Idaho. That Come Again, live video floating around.....😳 David Grissom has a tone I love.

The guitar is so sick here and glad you shared this!

Wow, I dig their music. Thanks for introducing me. I subscribed to their official channel. I'm a fan.