John 5 is just a pure, genuinely good guy, just like you Kenny. It’s because of artists like you two that I am proud to be a bass player, 49 years into my career. Cheers my friends!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Charles.. thanks for watching my pod cast.. John 5 is amazing.

@jamesrexsannatracy8318

9 ай бұрын

Yeah man what a beautiful soul……..

The only thing better than his insanely good playing, is how nice John really is. Thanks to a mutual acquaintance, he took a moment out of his day to send me a personalised video from his living room congratulating my wife and I on our wedding simply because they told him I was a fan!!! Talk about being a humble rockstar!!! What an absolute legend

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for checkin gout my podcast and your comments.

I love how John makes you so comfortable he becomes the interviewer.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Robert.. thanks for watching my pod cast.. : )

I am so glad I watched this interview with John. I've been wanting to find out about John for so long. Now I realize why. He is a normal human nice guy. You are too Kenny. I appreciate you. Thanks for the great interview.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comments and watching my podcast

@davethedrummer711

9 ай бұрын

Kenny you are the man. Guys like you and John are why I exist.

@mikeb5372

8 ай бұрын

😅Not normal. Normal people don't immerse themselves into their passion to such a degree. Extraordinary is what he is, which is not normal

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

@@mikeb5372 yessssssssssss

Great interview between two great musicians as well as REAL people. Much love John and Kenny!!

Hey Kenny! You ROCKED Farm Aid, Buddy!!! I was happy to see John played Jack & Diane solo acoustic. It would have been so weird seeing someone else play that drum part. Anyhoo, keep bringing the great interviews! Really appreciate it!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your message and watching my pod cast.

I have so much respect for John 5, he is just the most versatile guitarist and so talented. I've always thought the true masters are usually the most humble and down to earth people and these two greats are prime examples of this. When you have the talent, there is no need for extreme egos to take over, your talent speaks volumes.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for checkin gout my podcast.. John 5 is amazing. I agree.

Kenny…You guys are so honest & real here…best session yet for me. Thx

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Larry. : )

YOU AND JOHN 5 MAKE A GREAT TEAM, - KENNY ,WE LOVE YOU,...THESE ARE GREAT INTERVIEWS,.. THANK YOU .

I had a very similar experience when I was about the same age, five or six. I had no support in my parents and was always discouraged to pursue a music career. My uncle was a school teacher and understood my desire to play guitar and payed for guitar lessons for me when I was in junior high like seventh grade. I never looked back I became obsessed and always had a guitar or found one where ever I was. People showed me things and I was a sponge and started playing in one of the bands that I used to watch them rehearse at a grade school in the evenings and they invited me to play and saw that I had the right mind set and had a couple of chops. They took me under their wing and we took off and played all over the place from Wyoming to Texas and everywhere in between. I learned more with them than anyone else. I don’t remember what happened but I moved around a lot and joined the Air Force in 1980 a month before my 21st birthday and got out in 1987. I always wondered what would have happened if I had moved out to Los Angeles. In 85/86 I got stationed at Norton AFB in San Bernardino Ca. But nobody took me seriously because I had to keep my hair short. Most frustrating part of my life I couldn’t get past that I went to every audition I could. Nobody would take me in and told me they would if my hair was longer. Drinking, smoking and woman played a big part of my life after and before the Air Force. Three daughters and three failed marriages and now I’m a divorced father that still kicks ass on guitar. Bounced around from band to band and recorded a couple records that never got finished or released. Now I play in a cover band with some older guys. I think I’m the youngest person at 63. So maybe this will see a few gigs. It’s fun and it’s better than not playing at all. Or by myself at home. You guys are awesome to talk about all the things I love to talk about. Thank you… 🎸🤓🌎☮️🥓

Just found your show kenny and sitting with john 5 hearing you both talk about so many things in a mess of a world about music and just great talk is a great escape. Thank you

Great interview Kenny!! I felt like a fly on the wall listening to you two talk about music!! ⚡️⚡️. Thank you!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

yesssssssssss! Thanks Jay

Took my wife and sister to see John and the Creeps. They both loved the show having never really seen the band before...and really came away thinking the world of Mr.5. The guy is just pure class

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

I agree Pure class and a badass.

I love these stories. Thank you. Pure treasure.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast.. : )

Hey Kenny, I love your work!! And I love John 5! Great work as always!!

Thanks for this Kenny! You are both great musicians!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Jimmy : )

Wow. What a great interview. So good!

Love this dude! John never stops researching to perfect his craft...Awesome to hear! Another Grand Slam Kenny!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my podcast. : )

Hi Kenny! Great interview with John, thank you! I had the pleasure of being on tour with you back in 2000 when you were touring Europe with John Fogarty, supporting Tina Turner (I was playing guitar in the Aussie band before you guys, but I play guitar for Virgil Donati, Tommy Emmanuel and others). In the few interactions I had with you in the the 3 months around Europe, you were such a gentleman, and it was a pleasure to hear you play those songs each night. I'm loving your shows brother.. the way you speak about the joy of music, and the humans are "feeling creatures" in this interview is wonderful. Peace and respect to you sir, from Down Under. Simon Hosford 🙏

Thank you Kenny. What a wonderful conversation between two fantastic people with unparalleled passion for life and their chosen paths ❤

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Jason, Thanks so much for watching gmypodcast. Lot's more coming.

I love this podcast, Kenny!

Thank you Kenny for your talk of honesty with how you prepare and never given up!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Very cool and thanks for watching my pod cast.

What a refreshing uplifting talk, thank you !!!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Matt..: )

Bloody adorable. I love J5 soooo much. I love their admiration for Van Halen.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

yesssssssss

Hey Kenny, thank you so much for putting this interview on. Both you and John 5 are so inspiring!!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Johnny Thanks for checking out my podcast/

What a great conversation. J5 has been my favorite modern-day guitarist for many years now, and probably my favorite thing about him is his kindness is right on par with his immense talent.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Mike.. I agree. Thanks for watching my pod cast.

just….Wowza! Both Kenny, and John……….thank you, you both just influenced me beyond more than you can know, so, big ass thanks….i need to watch more!!!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my pod cast.. Lots more coming.

Your point about joy in life being valuable to all those around you is fantastic. Also, John seems like a genuinely nice guy.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Bryan.. Thanks for watching my podcast : )

2 phenomenal musicians and 1 great interview! Thanks Kenny!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Thanks George..

This is a must-see.

John 5 is a good guy...this you can see. Great interview Kenny, U B the man !!

Thanks Kenny & John for a very insightful interview great stuff!! ROCK ON \,,/

@KennyAronoffOfficial

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast

I greatly enjoyed this conversation! Great inspiration before this week's gig!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Allen. : )

The music these two true instrumentalist has played on is just huge,, continue success gentlemen keep Rockin n Rollins

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my pod cast. : )

What a great interview! So much joy (from both sides). Made my day!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comments Rob.

This is pure gold, great job you two. Musicians take notes, I am!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast. 😎

I love everything about this, thank you 🙏 🙏🙏

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast.

Nothing better than two humble legends talking about their love for music. Outstanding!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Doug thanks for checking out my podcast

WOW!!! That was an excellent interview. I know his music but didn't know him, until, now. John 5 is 100% correct. Meeting a celebrity who is excited to meet you is something you will remember for the rest of your life. I met you at WMMR in Philly in Sept 1992 and you could not have been nicer.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Chris and thanks for watching my podcast.

Honestly the best music geek podcast out there! I feel Kenny has such a unique style that opens up guitar players(esp. John5 and Steve Lukather) in a way I rarely see in other interviews, because the people doing those interviews are usually guitar players! :-)

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your comments.

Hell Yeah! So happy you had John 5 on.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

John was amazing.. Thanks.

Love love love this interview! John 5 is the most beautiful soul in the music industry I have ever had the pleasure and privilege to meet via his meet and greets with The Creatures. I have gone 7 times myself and took my 12 year old son the last time I went as a reward for writing his own original music for a school concert on the piano and John was so wonderful with him and talked to him about writing music. I adored him before that and after that encounter he will always hold a special place in my heart. Well worth any amount of money to experience him in person and highly recommend splurging for the experience. ❤️

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast..

Man you guys are legends and this is such a great show! J5 is stamped and Kenny your a G! This is a masterclass!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much.. : )

One of the BEST conversations I have had the privilege to set in on. I knew both as musicians but nothing personally. What wonderful people. Thank you for allowing me to set in. I am a lifetime musician (bass/singer) & am highly recommending my son that wants to start playing the guitar LISTEN.... Kool Kats 😎 Again, Thank you

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Wendel thanks for your positive comments.. You rock.

Oh my god, Kenny, your content is a GOLD. Such a good personality. You are a great interviewer. Like a musician's version of Joe Rogan, but much more delicate and intellectual

Kenny....your Audiobook is awesome man!! John 5 is so humble and a "true" human if you will. Nothing phony about him or his playing! The world is a better place with your music in the ether! Thank you both 👏

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Andrew.. coool.. Glad you like my audio book. and thanks for checkin gout my podcast.. : )

Such a great interview! Thanks Kenny!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Rob thanks for watching : )

Kenny as always great conversation and insight always inspirational an honor to watch you work my friend!!!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Chuck.. Thanks dude.

John 5 living the dream and earned every bit of it. He keeps it tasteful and musical no matter how fast or difficult. Can't teach that.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

5 ай бұрын

I agree. Thanks for checking out my podcast.

John 5 is a good guy in the same way that Jason Newsted is a good guy. Talented and genuinely nice guys who love what they are doing. Such a pleasure to watch!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for checking out my podcast.. : )

ANOTHER MICHIGAN HOME GROWN GUY PUTTIN IN WORK ! THANK YOU BROTHER KENNY ! ❤

@KennyAronoffOfficial

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Bobby.. You rock.

I feel the love and send some of my own . Love the conversation ❤🙏🏽

A most excellent interview ! Thanks guys.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast.. : )

That conversation was a breath of fresh air. Really enjoyed it.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.. lot's more coming.

Kenny & John5 excellent interview. As a Marine Corps Veteran, I was in 1st Recon we would practice & prepare for a mission everyday for a month. I always prepared for the worst case scenario. I felt that away nothing could rattle me if everything went wrong.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Brad.. thanks for sharing your story.. Badass.. RPS Repetition of any skill is the preparation for success.

@Rjensen2

9 ай бұрын

Lmao, that seems pretty random. Nobody cares about some military job you claim to had. 😂😂😂 What does it have to do with some John 5 interview? It's like people bragging about being a sucker and falling for a scam.

Kenny great show your drumming style is second to none .big influence thank you for that snare sound

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comments and watching my pod cast..

Magnificent interview!!!!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. : )

What a terrifically enjoyable conversation. John's innate decency and kindness make him so watchable. My 16 year old son recently started guitar lessons so I'm sharing lots of John's videos with him. John's work ethic and dedication to his craft is a great model for kids. It's so nice to hear John's reverence for Van Halen.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comments and checking out my podcast.

Thank for this interview ❤❤

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my podcast..

My dad played bass, his brothers play drums and keys. They always encouraged me to jam. If you have kids and they live for music it’s not hard to support them a little bit. You never know who might take the “next step” and be something huge.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Yes... I agree

I have played with, opened for, and met so many "name" musicians who have lost the love and excitement and only do it for the paycheck. It is so refreshing to see musicians of this caliber and experience who are still absolutely in love with music and with playing.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my podcast. : )

Kenny, I really liked this interview. John seems like a real good guy. Keep up the good work.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Jason, Thanks for watching my pod cast.

John 5 is the absolute most incredible, talented, personable and succinct in every way. I am such a super fan! My dream is to attend one of his meet and greets.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

That is so cool that John 5 says hi to his fans after every show.

Great interview, what a great dude John Lowery is.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast..

man ive been loving this channel. Its like a little hidden gem on youtube but i hope it really takes off. Best of luck Kenny

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my podcast. : )

This is great.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my pod cast.. : )

THAT Was an absolutely epic interview. Great vibes! Thank You.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. : )

Props to Uncle Larry. Yeah! ❤️

I've never seen anyone play guitar as effortless and easily as john 5. The mark of a master of his instrument

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my podcast Amber.

Another Great interview. I’ve seen two of your appearances at Butler U, and just like those, these interviews are like we the audience are sitting in a family room for a cozy little chat. Great job!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Jason for your comments and checking out my podcast.

Hey Kenny, great interview. Just got inspired watching you and John 5 talk about playing and picked up my guitar! Thanks!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Hell Yes. Fantastic!

I'm remembering everything after you said it I'm getting it. Great

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Fantastic

😊🎸so im real time? Anyhoo, this podcast is great and better than therapy! Spread the positive.🎸

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks James.. : ) you rock.

John 5 is the best! Seen him with the Creature twice and I can’t wait to see them again in January! Incredible show!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

I want to check out the creatures live someday. I am always working 24 7. : )

@mosin9105

9 ай бұрын

@@KennyAronoffOfficial These shows are usually smaller, and more intimate. John 5 always engages with the audience. And, the quality of the music produces multiple jaw dropping, face melting moments. Last year I took my 16 year old daughter who is not into that kind of music, but plays guitar, and she absolutely loved it. She wants to go with me again in January.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

@@mosin9105 very cool. Thanks for sharing

Such a genuine down to earth guy. So cool..

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Yes he is.. : )

John is such a genuinely sweet guy. We are the exact same age so I completely relate to the Hee Haw thing. It was big in the mid. 70’s:)

@KennyAronoffOfficial

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast.. : M)

@jasonq111

3 ай бұрын

@@KennyAronoffOfficial Thank u, Kenny. Good stuff!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

3 ай бұрын

@@jasonq111 😀

The only guy I've ever seen playing a Tele in heavy bands, respect❤

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Yesssss. I love that John 5 plays the Tele and makes it sound amazing.

awesome guys, love you

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.. : )

That was a great interview thank you both for sharing so much insight. I have learned so many things from both of you !!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

6 ай бұрын

Fantastic.. : )

Great presentation brothers !!! Hello from NJ

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Ilik e your first name Kenneth.. : ) thanks for watching my pod cast

John is just freaking awesome 🤘

Wow..John 5 and Kenny played homage to the late great Jerry Reed. I played electric guitar and fiddle with Jerry Reed from 1981-1984. He was a true genius on the guitar. Playing a Telecaster was mandatory..! I just subbed your channel Kenny, fantastic content.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

wow... you played with Jerry Reed? Amazing.. Thanks for watching my pod cast. : )

When you surround yourself around good people things will go smoothly and John 5 is the key factor apparently that makes bands go in order and he is the most respected guitar player in the business if not he would have not played in all the bands and artists that he has . John 5 devoted his life to making a guitar talk to him and being able to play with Motley Crue and filling the spot of mick mars is some big shoes to fill but he’s not going to have any issues with doing that because he’s not a failure. Mild temper and positive energy is what makes him the success he is to this day he is the nicest guy I have ever seen interviewed in the world of music. God Bless John 5 for the time he spent with Marilyn Manson because I’m sure at times he was in pure hell and Kenny I would never leave you hanging out there on a limb and not mention you and all that I know to say in words toward you is that you are a great Fucking dude you make me feel so good about myself after every video I watch that you are in on here!!!! Both of you guys are top notch guys in my mind so keep the positive energy coming pouring into the music industry because y’all got a good thing going on!! Good luck and God Bless

Steve Vai has always come out to have a chat and it is so appreciated. That makes such a difference. 🙏

Awesome interview!! Subscribed. easy

As a sixty year old that’s still creative and active in many things I still believe the same. People that have a passion are addicted to other passionate people. The natural positive nature of John has little to do with his guitar playing then how is as a human being. The guitar playing is just his voice. My youngest son is his age and is a passionate person as well and attracts the same individuals. It’s a great thing to see in his generation.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my podcast

John is the most humble genius you could meet.

Great interview! Met John 5 at Morello’s Guitar Revolution and he’s legit as nice and down to earth a person as you’d like to meet.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Yes John 5 is a wonderful person.

John 5, this man should have his own podcast or show. Real genuine knowledgeable fella in the industry 🤘🏼

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

yesssssssssss

Great conversation about Eddie. The wet dry wet sound Ed created during the Hagar years, to me, is by far the best rock sound ever. Such a full sound that still allows the drums, bass and vocals to come through at the same level. Absolutely epic.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

YESSSSSSS Exactly.. Amazing right? Not by accident..

@youWoNtLikeMe04

9 ай бұрын

@@KennyAronoffOfficial definitely not an accident. Either he tinkered in 5150 studio forever to get that sound or he knew exactly how to do it and was the first thing he did when he got into his new studio... with the lore of Eddie, kinda hard to tell. It's a sound I've been chasing. Great interview with John.

@jamesragsdale8202

9 ай бұрын

​@@youWoNtLikeMe041984 was the first 5150 studio album and it's also the best sound he ever came up with.

I’ve been a Tele player for decades and was turned onto them by the same folks John5 was turned on by. I’m really proud of John showing what a simple guitar like the Tele can do……of course,John has the “Touch” on Every genre. Not many players can go from K.D. Lang to Marilyn Mansen and do it Perfectly. Thanks for this video. Both of you guys are Monster Players.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

7 ай бұрын

Exactly.. That's why I wanted him to play his guitar.. I wanted him to show his diverse range of guitar styles and technique.

Great interview.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much John.. Lots more coming

Loved this interview! John 5 is such a genuine person, I love hearing his stories….he is as much of a fan as a musician which I think makes his stories so fun to listen to. Kenny I first learned of you when you played with Chickenfoot and since then I have loved learning about your story also. Many thanks for starting a KZread channel, I look forward to your future content. What’s the chances of getting Alex Van Halen on to discuss drums? We all miss Alex a lot!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

yesssssssss Alex.. That would be so amazing. He keeps a very low profile

John 5 not only beyond a fantastic guitar player, he is clean, perfect, humble, not conceded at all and an absolute perfect gentleman for my kids to look up to.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast and I agree with everything you said about John 5.

John 5 is epic. His abilities are so entertaining. Incredible talent. I hope there is no hard feelings between him and Mick.

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

super talented.. I agree..

J5 is a awesome guitar player. He's very humble. This guy could sell out stadiums, but he does a lot of club shows. He is a nice person too.

Probably the most professional and down to earth dude you'll ever see!

@KennyAronoffOfficial

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast.

Love this

@KennyAronoffOfficial

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out my podcast.

"tennis shoes in a dryer" is one of the funniest things i've ever heard

If I remember correctly, at track record, n Hollywood..1997 maybe 1998 John was working on those songs that would eventually get him a job with Mr. Diamond Dave. I don't remember the title the song, but it was very 'hot for teacher' like and the Leah Anroni drummer could not hit the mark ... about 2 or 3 in the morning.. Bob excused the drummer and called Kenny. Kenny came in, listened to the track while tweaking the drums. Nailed it take two. We all finally got to lock up and go home for the night. I was an assistant engineer at the time. this podcast put me right back there! Thanks

@KennyAronoffOfficial

9 ай бұрын

wow Scott.. wow.. You just brought me back to that session. Great memories.. yessssss. Thanks for watching my pod cast.