I LOVE NUNO. no homo. well maybe just a bit

The sound of the pick hitting the strings and the way you can hear the raw notes under the amp's distorted notes is satisfying af.

I like how he incorporates musically interesting arpeggios and triads, not just tasteless shredding. The technique is incredible but the musicality just puts him over the edge

I play this into my pickups so my parents think it’s me playing.

DUDE.....HUMANS ARENT SUPPOSED TO BE THIS DARN GOOD..HAHA.GREAT STUFF BRO.AMAZING

He's all like "yea, the last time I ever missed note was sometime back in '83."

this guy is so clean that its filthy

This man has the cleanest sweeps I've heard in my entire life.. He obviously shreds, but there's also so much feeling behind them fingers.. dude is one of the best players I've ever heard..

My left ear enjoyed this killer shred 🤘🤘🤘

Rick seriously has the best technique I think I've ever seen. The way his fingers move, it looks effortless, his tone is out of this world and his mastery of the fretboard is otherworldly.

That moment when Rick's economy is more developed than America and China's put together

This is the only economy no affected by COVID lmao

His sweep picking and string skipping is astounding

One of the cleanest players on the planet. Very inspiring and simply astonishing.

Rick is one of the best guitarists I've ever seen. He is truly astounding

I come back to this about every 2 or 3 months

This is one of the best tones I've ever heard and your playing is great. I'm inspired. Keep going man!!!!!!!

look at how relaxed he is

Look kids. Don't be intimidated by your heroes. Don't look at them and say "fuck I could never do that". Be inspired by them, and look at them and say "Fuck, I'm going to do that!" Unless it's Rick Graham. You'll never be able to do this. Sorry.

Welcome to another episode of *I can never do that*

I never thought that I would see guitar playing that had the same effect on me as Van Halen's eruption or Steve Vai live tender surrender. Rick Graham is the next level of playing and teaching. In my opinion hands down the best guitar KZfaq video I have ever seen.... period!!!

Man... The best.

that tone 😍😍😍😍😍

I've probably watched this at least a thousand times. It never gets old.... Lifts my soul🎸✊

Man I'm just so mesmerised by his playing it's so melodical, beautiful, and has feel. It's just pure perfection.

so calm and steady, but fast. and clear tone. skilled!

my left ear enjoyed this video

This is when years and hours of practice are so satisfying. I just cant suffer through the initial stages . Once you get past that, you become this masterpiece, this dude can rip!!!!!!

This video is so legendary, I still actively search for it 10 years later ❤

Love those pickup switches !! it's like yr re-loading a gun :-)

00:52 - 00:58 got me hypnotized. Woke up in a different dimension

Best noodling ever! Now excuse me while i go sell my guitar on eBay.

My mouth can never close again

You should get hired for Ozzy and become a household name. You need stardom bro

Rick, I congratulate you immensely, you made me cry with the emotion of seeing how far you can go... I have never seen anyone do something like that. I am happy to have found you and I enjoy every video of yours. thank you for so much magic

From my 6 years of playing guitar. For me, out of all the countless hours on KZfaq and hundreds of players I’ve discovered over the years. Rick is top for me. In terms of technique. Original phrasing. Slick legato. Out of everyone, for me, Rick is as close to perfection as I’ve seen anyone play. As you progress as a musician your ear develops and you can pick up people’s imperfections so much more. This though is just flawless. He’s at a level that I aspire to but know I’ll never reach. Unreal player. I know that sounds totally up his arse but I’ve came back and watched this video so many times and each time I’m in disbelief that someone can be that good. I respect the dedication to the craft.

Ricks head stone could rightly read: Here lies the possessor of the greatest legato in the last 50 years.

0:01 What is it? Caught in a mosh!

Beautiful. My eyes are filled with tears of joy and amazement. I'm a keyboard player and you made me realize that I should go for guitar lessons. Thank you !!!

1:46 t h e l i c c

This is so satisfying to watch. Fantastic playing.

the tone of the actual acoustic sound of the guitar mixed in is PURE EAR JOY

This is some of the most incredible playing I have ever heard since the first Van Halen album came out !

@RickGraham I watch this video almost every time I’m warming up to get inspired. Even if it’s way above my abilities. I was wondering if you’ve ever considered making a video showing off your guitar collection, and going over your tone setup. You always have such beautiful tones, and a deep dive into what you use, and how you setup your sound would be a treat.

One of the best "May i help you?" riffs going.

Badass. Bad to the bone. Loved every second. And it actually has some genuine shred elements. Nothing but kudos.

The lick at the 2.25 in blew me away. This was awesome. Outstanding.

Some of the cleanest technicians I have seen in a long time and a great tone too. The great camera work is awesome as well.

absolutely changed me, again! the way that you approach pedaltones is extraordinary man.

I love how the notes are perfectly played, this is so nice to hear, thank you so much Rick!! This is a inspiration to me for never stop learn guitar.

Outstanding on so many levels. Very skilled yet soulful.

I spent my time in this epic video! I'm so amazed with your talent 👌

was that a nick jonas guitar solo on 2:08????

Legend has it that he still cannot play Smoke on the Water.

man everytime this pops up in my recommended i watch it, truly is my favourite video of anyone playing guitar on youtube, so fucking epic man

Rick Graham you are absolutely amazing.

That chop @0:52 though. Superior left hand techniques! Bet your woman sure is happy.

That sounds like God.

amazing tone and playing, cant believe people dislike this, this is awesome ,killer chops man

I always get so excited when the algorithms suggest one of Ricks videos. I’m blown away every single time!

Almost as good as Lil' Wayne.

I can't count how many times I have seen this video... And every time I am just shocked at how effortless he makes this look.

Incredibly awesome, I love the feel and catchy riffs, wow. Enjoyin' some Rick Graham this morning with the Folgers. Rock on!

Great run, nice touch, very smooth flowing, Love the sweeping into the runs, Well Done Mate!!

You don't have to sell a million records to be a guitar hero. Thanks for the inspiration Rick.

Mr. Graham. I know you really hate the question "Can I have tabs?" So, I'm going to very politely ask, "Your highness Rick, may I please be granted some sheet music so I can practice this and improve my technique?" Thank you.

Why hasn’t the pentagon classified this footage yet... I mean this is clear proof aliens live among us

I keep coming back to this video because of the great lighting. Looks very appealing

It's been over a year since I first saw this video and it still makes me feel equal amounts "Fuck. I suck" and "Man, I just wanna play"!

0:27 gave me goosebumps. You are an inspiration, man!

After all these years, this is still the best shred video.

Clean, elegant, and precise. Much respect. Rock on brother

That Ibanez is perfect

Now here is someone I can learn from. Your playing reminds me of Frank Gambale. You are seriously badass. Staying relaxed is key to playing this accurate.

Flawless and I’m speechless .. 👏 👏 👏 truly amazing

Fabulous blend of pentatonic and tons of other stuff

Swifty hands omy.. It's magical how you move your fingers through the frets and strings.

Wow. Just wow. It's those little chord cluster licks that make his playing sound so incredibly cool. For those posting negative comments, the title is "Killer shred..." What were you expecting? Slow hand blues??

That was just Great! Ever since I started watching I learn things every week🎸

Your playing is on a league of its own. Its character , personality and expression. .beautifully inspiring playing One day I wish I can express the feeling in my heart like this . Dream goal

00:04 - 00:15 is THE BEST KZfaq SOLO THAT I'VE EVER HEARD! IT'S LIKE SOMETHIN STRAIGHT OUT OF THE 80'S

While everybody else was texting and doing drama, Rick Graham was learning this.

That tone is simply amazing

I believe my ears just got healed by this majestic work.

I am putting this on a loop and playing at work, for inspirational purposes so when I get home to practice my ass off! Awesome playing Rick!

That was awesome! A lot of very musical as well as a lot of fun stuff in there, not just ripping up scales and arpeggios. Loved it.

Rick, I can't tell you how many times I come back to this video for a "recharge". You're such a huge inspiration to me!

In nowadays i see alot of good players doin their stuff and i allways hear in them that phrasing of yours, wish i could do that but i can allways apreciate it, thank you and stay strong and .. DAMN! MASTER!

Alcohol, Liquor, Booze

That was the most melodic shred I have ever heard

Those legato...... are superbly marvelous!! WOW!!

Simply amazing.

wow you're pretty much the best guitar player I've ever seen, love your style

Has a George Lynch melody like Paris is Burning style. Awesome amazing!

so sick dude. blown away!

You are awesome man!

Absolultely beautiful!!! The best shredding I've ever heard!

8 years later and this video still makes me want to simultaneously quit and practice

Without doubt one of the most talented technicians around. Perfection strives for this

Now that is true guitar skills! To make a guitar/ solo sound like that out of this world without any other backing track or percussion. True skill!