Thank you all so much for the kind words! To me, there is still no other feeling in the world like playing Van Halen, recording and listening back. This is just pure fun and excitement for me, every time! Cheers!

Few people succeed in capturing EVH's groove and nuance. You, good sir, definitely HAVE both!

Damn!! That amp+you+that Kramer… could this be magic, or could this be love?

I saw Ben Eller doing his level best to cop the opening of Hang 'em High a few days ago. I have nothing but respect for that guy and the work he put in on that one only to fall short of his goal because Eddie. You though -- holy crap you've got that swing, you lucky dog. Love this!

I really think you are one of the few guitarists who can replicate Eddie Van Halen perfectly. Congratulations Mr Deraps!!

Everytime i hear someone play these songs I'm reminded that just one man wrote all of them so so many hits its actually unbelievable

I've never seen anyone who has nailed all of Eddie's subtle notes/attack. You're truly a gifted player!

Good Lord.... Jacob - about as good and close as anyone ever got.

This dude is unbelievable… simply the best van valen player out there. Every single lick, the tone, the riffs, the picking is insanely spot on.

To those few out there that believe EVH to be only a great solo/shredder..., cut to the "Beautiful Girls" beginning at 7:15. That might be some of the besr rhythm playing ever recorded. Thank you, Eddie. You are missed!

As much as you probably hate being flagged for copyright, it has to be such a compliment they didn't notice it wasn't Eddie. Sick renditions!

In the words of the late Chris Farley - That was AWESOME! Killer tone, and feel (as usual since Jacob was a kid on his dad's youtube channel)!

One of the only guys on KZfaq that truly knows/feels Eddies work and can actually replicate it on a guitar. You can see it in your face. Awesome stuff man. Never stop learning and growing your chops. Nailed it!

Absolutely phenomenal brother! I'm 59, and started playing a year ago. I now know ( through bitter pain ), how incredibly difficult it is to practice endlessly to come within even the same orbit as your skill. I tip my hat to you...evil genius!!!

Best Eddie tone I have heard to date. Crunch and brown sound on point. Closest phrasing to Ed's I have heard as well.....amazing.

I play that Mean Street intro better than 99.9% of people on KZfaq, but Jacob, you just really have a nuanced syncopation that’s really even better than Eddie did it live. That’s as big of compliment as I can give.

Im glad to see the music i grew up with is in good hands.

YES!! This is as close as any mere mortal can sound like the great EVH! No one comes closer than Jacob to capturing Eddie's feel and swagger. I wish he would have played " Romeo Delight" in it's entirety.

Wow, so awesome to hear tunes not often covered , dude deserves more than a thumbs up !!

Wow! Always a pleasure to hear you play Van Halen. That rawness and control is crazy! Good job!

Well worth the 14 min + the times I went back to re watch!! So spot on with your amazing tone and unreal playing!! To me, Beautiful girls really shines when you played that!! So much feel, all the small intricate parts and muting were all there and the emotion you put into your playing and all the other tracks as well Jacob!! Thanks for sharing!!

man you are absolutely killing all these riffs

It all sounds so easy and absolutely perfect - utmost respect and the selection corresponds exactly to my favorite songs 👍👍👍

You are incredible. I have never heard anyone play these songs like this. Totally awesome !!! Keep up the great work !!!

Man, I could listen to this all day! Well done.

Just fucking sick. More than just technically sound, I can see and hear the reverence and joy in your playing. Long live King Edward!

Eddie Always Smiled When He Played Guitar.

OUTSTANDING!!! You've got the EVH swing!

Simply one of the best videos I have ever watched!!!!

Jacob is playin’ very good VH stuff like not many can. Love it! Lots of passion here! 👌 🤘🤘 this is pure enjoyment!

Damn! I don't even know what to say! I'm speechless. I thought I played Beautiful Girls really well. To hear you play it with the swing feel just blew me away! I've got to go back to the woodshed! Thanks for posting this! We're all in awe!

Now we know where the soul of Eddie lives in… insane blast of guitar playing ! 🤦🏻‍♂️ On the “Mean street” intro, we close our eyes, it’s like listening to the record… As we say in French : “Tu déchires mon pote !” Thanks 🙏🏻

Jacob, brother, you capture Eddy, and every little nuance to his songs better than anybody on the planet! I love listening to somebody play. Somethings so ingrained in all of us, so perfectly from one of their musical idols also… killer job, Jacob! I got to say dude you blew me away with the intro of mean streets….perfect…. I hope you guys bring your van to Denver brother I will definitely check you guys out.

dude you are NO JOKE, fuckin killing it, you are right there with eddie, you have nailed it better than anyone ive ever seen, incredible

Dude! Your playing had my brain filling in the bass licks and Dave’s hootin and hollering and singing the lyrics!! Awesome. I’ve enjoyed your channel and playing for a few years now. Keep up your dreams!

Outstanding! You nailed every bit you played. It's a pleasure and a blast to watch you, Sir.

I love every single video you have shown us. Thanks, and keep rockin bro

You have literally channeled Eddie’s energy into the songs. I can’t imagine how long it took you to master these songs! Mad respect! ❤

Wow Jacob. That Kramer sound and tone is basically dead on bro. It's hard to believe that you could actually get any closer to nailing Ed's sound, tone and feel. But. Yes. Yes, this is about as close to Ed's rig, than anything else I've ever heard. Yes, most of my very best examples are, Deraps, old covers. Now it's very clear why Jacob has shown that he can't seem to put this guitar down. Well, now your going to have to get at least one more Kramer after listening to this !!! Ridiculously good Jacob. This is a definite 10 !!!! ❤😮 The Master!!!! Showing why he is the undisputed master of everything VH or Ed based.

What a great player, and in regards to capturing the tone, swing and feel of EVH the best I've ever heard

Thank you for this, still hard to believe Ed is gone. You've got his sound and style really dialed. Love the Deraps album too!

Man, Full Bug is one of the best VH riffs! So F-en Cool!

Awesome! EVH will always be missed dearly but you are carrying his legacy on. Keep rocking!!

Great playing and an amazing endorsement for Germino amps. Greg makes great stuff

The best Van Halen tones and covers I’ve ever seen. Period.

Just amazing how many great licks EVH had, especially since he wasn’t an instrumentalist. Loved watching this!

Thanks for keeping Eddie alive in our hearts ❤ 👍🏻

I think 1984 is the best album ever. It was always on the dash of my 84 dodge van and likely in the CD player about everyday until I lost my license. I am the Bondi Drummer and I would love to play music with you dude... You kick ass on that guitar. 🤘

You play insanely well! The best VH cover on KZfaq.

Sounds Amazing as always . Loving it.

Will always come to this video to hear expert playing, tone, fun, and a reminder of why we play guitar. Thanks again Jacob!

Oh lord, that Little Dreamer solo was incredible. No one channels EVH like Jacob. What most impresses me about your playing is how fine tuned you are to the subtle nuances of Eddie's playing style.

Fantastic Play !!! IT brings back so many Memories of my Youth ! Well done 🎸🎸🎸👍

What an absolute joy listening to perfection..EVH forever!!🤟🔥👊Best covers of his work that I've ever witnessed!!So awesome bro!!

You have nailed it man.Solid effort played with nuance, speed and true EVH dynamics.Well done!!

Wow spot on dude nailed the tone and feel

Bro you are so fluid with your sound absolutely amazing bro! I loved it from start to finish, much love ❤️

I found myself doing the basslines. Hell, you did HANG 'EM HIGH and THAT riff is nuts. Well done!

You've got it! The tone, taste and tenacity. Beautiful.

Man… what a freaking talent!! Carbon copy. Close your eyes and you can swear this is an isolated guitar track of Van Halen. I’m a drummer since 1980… started as a classic piano student when I was 5 but grandma kept gifting me with records after a good lesson 🥲 That’s how I got my first 8-track cartridge of Van Halen on my 8th birthday…. March 1978. That been said, I’m a HUGE fan of Van Halen. Keep the excellency on your chops and never stop. Those first six albums are pure greatness of American rock. Music is life, keep the beat forever. Thank you for sharing it🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼😊

Romeo Delight still gives me chills

Very authentic Brown sound and GREAT playing!!! Thank you for sharing

I close my eyes and I am transported back to my youth. Thank you, you really effen rock.

Enjoy watching and listening to you play the best of the best, keep it up , you sound great!

As a guy who has chased this tone for 30 some odd years. My hat goes off to you brother. Great stuff brother keep jammin.

Can never have too much EVH! Keepin the legend alive! Great job!

Brother , your chops are spot on , really great vid . Loving your Kramer as well , thanks for sharing , rock on 🎸

AWESOME and OUTSTANDING...like everything you post playing! Another score for the master.

I’ve watched a lot of your VH videos and already know you’re an insane talent, but it still floors me to hear you play Eddie every time!

Great job as always Jacob! Always enjoy your Van Halen tone and playing - Fantastic!

Magic. That tone is Amazing. There's a thickness or 'meat' that's often missing but you've got it perfectly. Superb playing and feel.

Dude, you got that magic EVH groove. So, so, so hard to do. So good.

On point brotha! Perfect tone and the whole grove boogie to match. Been a EVH fan since 78.

Amazing! A master at work. You have become one with the guitar. A Lifetime of practice and it shows.

You know why we love this❤ and you are yust the best in those the funky rock rythem and lead parts from eddie. Its amazing Jacob! I listen with much pleasure thnx man! Come over to Holland or Europe. I’ll be there👌

I remember when I was 16 and was ice skating (hockey) and the guy behind the counter said check out this record I got, then he played it a on a 5000 watt sound system. Their first album. I was hooked ever since.

Dude that passion in your playing sets you apart. You can tell you just love playing

Started at 13, still playing live at 53. And Damn good. Your damn damn damn damn damn damn good! It's so hard to find players that do the little things right in between the notes. Your Bends and timing are spot-on. As well as your ability to not just play Eddie correctly but actually make it sound like his runs. After a few Bourbons, I like to kick back and watch you play. Cheers. You inspire me as well as many others to pick the damn thing up and play it.

by far the best EVH guitarist short of Ed himself. Have loved watching/listening to you Jacob for 10+ years. You rock hard! @jacobderaps

Couldn’t help but to throw in my poorest renditions of Dave’s lyrics while watching this!! You are fantastic young man!!!

All greatness right here, good job on capturing the EVH playstyle and tone

Thank you Jacob for my needed Van Halen pick me up.

Just absolutely mind blowing how good this actually sounds. There will never be another Edward Van Halen but damn this playing is unbelievable. I don't think anyone does this stuff better. Josh also does one hell of an Alex too. Nobody gets Alex right. Thanks for keeping my youth alive.

Your attack is relentless. I am a big fan. keep it up!!!

The Full Bug!! Unbelievable! I luv this song. Perfect Jacob. Thanks God bless you!

Wow!!!! Amazing EVH sound! Thank you so much for sharing. You have a true gift!!!!! Keep it up and keep sharing!

Awesome dude! Great to see how that stuff is played and you do a superb job of covering it.

Absolutely killer , I’m learning from you ! Thanks 🙏

Loved watching and hearing pure bliss!!!

I salute you. Best VH demo I seen yet.

It doesn't get much closer or better that that... much kudos to you sir🤘🤘🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Dude!!!!! Love it - you nail the feel and attack + TONE that is so hard to capture all in one! FANTASTIC man - it is clear that you live and breathe EVH! great work - I know it took a lot to get to this level.

This is pure gold. Looks like a ton of fun to play these tunes correctly with dead-on tone.

Best tone, amazing skill, huge fan here, keep it up!

⭐⭐🎸🎸 i have not heard a more accurate and thrilling cover of mean street before ! well done !!! 🎸🎸⭐⭐

Your keeping his memory alive my man keep on keeping on!!! He’d be very proud of you buddy!!!

Wow!!..you nailed it,timing,tone, texture etc! Best yet to emulate the late great evh!!!

Love this! Jacob’s in the zone with this one! The tone and playing! Jacob, your phrasing and feel is spot on!!!! DO IT BROTHER! DO IT FOR Eddie!!!!

Deraps thats so badass dawg you the man,eddie smiling down on you from the heavens

Fantastic! Big VH fan here.Cheers from Sweden!🇸🇪