People can play as well as Tim, but hardly anyone can write as well as him.

@xborg3236

2 жыл бұрын

sude Scott writes a lot of Polyphia's songs too

@iamrichlol

2 жыл бұрын

Uh. I can't either

@puffballbk2186

2 жыл бұрын

And look as good too lmao

@ttngeo7494

2 жыл бұрын

There are plenty of independent musicians that can write top tier compositions. He just does it in this audience of former core kids. And that crowd is more outspoken

@dragonballfanscantread2383

2 жыл бұрын

Hahahahah Tim Henson can't write for shit.

Tim plays as smoothlly as pouring a glass of wine. like wtf.

@ZachFrank714

2 жыл бұрын

Nice seeing you here

@095it4io4i

2 жыл бұрын

wow seeing your name brought back so much nostalgia. Glad to see you're still active on here even after a whole decade! loved your stuff back in the day man, all the best

@monkeyfarm

2 жыл бұрын

@@095it4io4i ;)

@MrNeosantana

2 жыл бұрын

You would be fine thinking that the video was sped up if you just look at his hands. I would think the same if his head weren't normal speed

@danielbrzenski2811

2 жыл бұрын

Lol not everyone can pour wine properly though😉

Tim plays so effortlessly that it just looks like someone pretending to play along to the music.

@pugilemoltobene3708

2 жыл бұрын

That’s how you play after you’ve been playing for 20/30yr, also…playing HARD, working your technique. Remember, for ~10yrs, that’s all he did tho!

@anthonyman8008

2 жыл бұрын

Doesn't sound good to me

@sentientcardboarddumpster7900

2 жыл бұрын

@@anthonyman8008 what about it doesn't sound good to you?

@anthonyman8008

2 жыл бұрын

@@sentientcardboarddumpster7900 its not abrasive like country music is to me. Musically its not very touching, just a lot going on.

@sentientcardboarddumpster7900

2 жыл бұрын

@@anthonyman8008 I understand then, with your statement about country being abrasive to you, in a good way it seems. I do not like country at all, so I feel like I can get where you're coming from in a way. I can respect that. Just know that some of us feel tons of emotion in it and can really appreciate the complexity!

That's awesome. BTW, I don't think there's anything wrong with reacting to a song you've heard before as long as you're honest about it. Your insights are still valid and new to us.

@yodaguy6956

2 жыл бұрын

I could not agree more, we do NOT come here for overdone fake expressions of surprise and tears at moments you pretend to be hearing for the first time, we are here for his honest thoughts.

@absp2006

2 жыл бұрын

Just turn it into an analysis video.

@Dave-vu3yn

2 жыл бұрын

100% agree. I don’t want to miss an intelligent analysis because of a stupid need to have a first time reaction.

@darrkstarg

2 жыл бұрын

You can tell he is super excited about it.

@craenor

Жыл бұрын

Maybe a good thing to start a specific series about: Second Listens (or something akin to that). That makes it clearly distinct from the reaction videos you've made while delivering something new in a way that doesn't dilute your brand.

The way Tim is able to flow from explosive/complicated riffs to simplistic/controlled melodies like flipping a switch is awe aspiring.

@auracle6184

2 жыл бұрын

It's the way their composition works, creating melodies in a DAW and fine-tuning them in a way where you have control over each individual note before transposing to the guitar. Super cool!

@Bisquick

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Might go without saying, but yeah that precision and technical ability is precisely what gives it the potential vibe that can be interpreted as "mechanical" or whatever. But as you're saying, the blend of technical prowess/complexity and melodic universality highlights the horizons and interconnections of both simultaneously. If that made any sense lol. Reminded of Deleuze's Difference and Repetition, for anyone that might be interested in annoying philosophical jargon that attempts to densely and more precisely describe this inherently indescribable metaphysical stuff.

Tim has absolutely no wasted movement it blows my mind

For me it's not even the skills that impresses me but it's be ability to remember 15+ songs of this level on stage. Madness.

@Zarzar22

2 жыл бұрын

He's said before he doesn't play them all live, but yeah, all muscle memory. As a dancer who learns 3-4 minute dances and the moves for the entire thing, its a similar amount of memorizing, but definitely hard to keep more than 10 fully memorized and stage ready. My hats off to Tim

@philippeclipet8739

2 жыл бұрын

Meh i got about 7-8 hours of music I know perfectly (and it’s not wonderwall kind of songs, it’s protest the hero, plini, i built the sky etc, which are tornadoes of notes and riffs of 5-10sec that never come back) It’s just a habit of playing for years every day

@GODHATESADOPTION

2 жыл бұрын

How the hell does Metallica do it? They have a practice cube they fly everywhere to practice 3hrs a day... 40yrs of constant new music and old. 100s of complex arrangements. Its hard work.

@cinforammi8543

2 жыл бұрын

@@GODHATESADOPTION when I was in a band of I was practicing alone I would struggle to play all our songs without messing up but when playing as a band it just clicks and comes natural. It’s mostly muscle memory.

@charliericker274

Жыл бұрын

@@Zarzar22 Dancing might be harder to remember, I dunno but memorizing 10 songs is easy. Playing this stuff he is playing is not easy.

The smile every guitar player gets on their face every time they hear this song, proof of how great it is on its own

@MrSnrSquishy

2 жыл бұрын

And the little hints of disbelief at some of the parts too, everyone hoes "wait, what was that?" multiple times during the song

@geoffreymartin6363

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrSnrSquishy Haha everyone so far had a bit where they're like, hang on I want to rewind but I also don't want to interrupt it

Polyphia is the best example of a product of the digital age. Simply the fact they compose with a midi keyboard into a daw and then onto a guitar. Fusing instrument-composition techniques like piano->guitar or guitar->piano is really providing a new interest in music.

@robbiewilson214

Жыл бұрын

I read a comment where someone called polyphia’s music “soulless” and I swear to god unless they meant “Tim sold his soul to the devil to reach this level” they couldn’t be more wrong. Dudes mad they only know how to play one instrument

@Pandabrah_D

Жыл бұрын

​@@robbiewilson214 I think bands like polyphia are a music nerd's dream, if you really get into the details with the rhythmic and melodic composition there's so much to talk about. So when people call it "soulless", I think it's out of slight ignorance because a lot of the people I know that don't like polyphia are also the ones into the old rock and roll / old metal, with big chuggy power chords and "simple", easier to digest, melodies.

@danielpassmore5026

Жыл бұрын

It’s the quickest way to compose. A lot of orchestra composers have been doing this with pianos forever

@BC_Gonzo

Жыл бұрын

I had a friend that did something like this back in highschool. He'd write ridiculous shit on tabit, Like full band pieces. And go and figure it out on guitar, and had people that could play the rest.

Multi-instrumental musician here (majoring in percussion) Just wanted to say that your analysis and opinions are greatly appreciated. Seriously, the input you give genuinely opens my eyes and ears to different avenues of appreciation. Thanks a ton!!

@KeyOfGeebz

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

Just saw them live. They were transcendent. Flawless playing, lots of energy, great tone, superb light show, great mix in the room, and on and on and on. They fucking KILLED it start to finish. Polyphia and Khruangbin have just reignited my love of guitar

@skudsterfoster8359

Жыл бұрын

Exactly what I've been listening to

the ease he plays this with is absolutely INSANE.

@WillEnj0y

2 жыл бұрын

That’s actually the secret. Minimal movement = faster and cleaner playing.

I play guitar for over 30 years now. I've been listening to Dream Theater, Vai, Satriani, Shawn Lane, Jason Becker and so on. This was technically the most impressive arpeggio line i have ever seen!

@pugilemoltobene3708

2 жыл бұрын

Psionic, if you want to get better (I’ve been playing single I was 6, approx 35yrs now), start studying multiple position modes, runs, how to arpeggiate and modulate through the positions…literally, DUMP THE BOXES!!! Ditch the blues-double stop-junk….old tricks for the box, sure, but to get BETTER, you have to challenge yourself with shit that SEEMS impossible - something you can’t see yourself doing bc it’s just TOO HARD… then get to work! Plow through those barriers!!!

@sentientcardboarddumpster7900

2 жыл бұрын

@@pugilemoltobene3708 I mean, he didn't ask but thanks for the "tough love" approach..?

@karwashblark7499

2 жыл бұрын

@@pugilemoltobene3708 He said 30 yrs, not 3

@Mynameischef

2 жыл бұрын

@@pugilemoltobene3708 who

@notsure1350

2 жыл бұрын

Have you heard the new Satriani album yet? It's nuts.

A prime example of someone with a natural born talent that has the time to nurture it. That's awesome.

Tim Henson seems to have a tight grip on all the things - composition, morphing, mixing, testing, ideating, performing, exploring, organising... and there is a joy in his expressivity that I find very endearing. Thank you for your insights and analysis, as ever.

As an amateur jazz musician, I really appreciate Tim and the boys in Polyphia. Jazz has a lot of great use of dissonant chords that they take advantage of and it sounds great. It kinda feels like a blend of bebop, metal and trap lol. I agree with you on Tim, he looks like he could easily walk in Coltrane's steps. Who knows, maybe we will see a new "Free Jazz" metal in 10-20 years

Tim is going full circle and bringing “metal” back to classical guitar

@holliswilliams8426

Жыл бұрын

metal flamenco?

This track really feels like a culmination of the evolution of Polyphia and Tim’s sound. It’s come to a very cool fusiony place

I love Tim and Polyphia, but I'm so glad you called out Plini. Plini is imo so easy to listen to, but still manages to present so much technique, both in terms of playing and songwriting. It's such a joy to listen to.

Tim’s right hand is insane. His hybrid picking is next level

What's incredible with this song is no matter how complex it is to play it, it instantly get inside your brain and never leaves you, it has all the good elements to become a timeless classic.

@craenor

Жыл бұрын

It's so hard for something to be brain-meltingly complex yet melodically addictive, and Polyphia nails it as few others could.

Tim is amazing. Both him and Scottie are a perfect guitar duo. Picking up the Clays though was the best thing for them as they are such a perfect groove backup for the band.

@jiejie7jie

2 жыл бұрын

The Clays, I like what you did there

The “jazzy chord turn arounds” are actually bossa nova, a Brazilian style of guitar playing, those chords in particular and the way it’s played is very bossa nova and ultimately very reminiscent of samba

@gvolpe87

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm surprised, that was such a hit-and-miss, clearly Bossa Nova.

@gliecco

2 жыл бұрын

Very true.

@jonhporras07

2 жыл бұрын

yeah I was about to mention that, is not only Spanish influences on that acoustic guitar but Brazilian as well

@felipetomaz1087

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonhporras07 john porras asuehasuheuashe

@_thanakin

2 жыл бұрын

"Ackchyually" 😭 he said "jazzy chord turn arounds." The style in which he is playing those chords is Bossa Nova, but his description of the chords was correct. But hey you gotta make yourself feel special I guess lmao

Tim Henson's term he uses working around that melody is "flexing". That is a point we can agree on though, is he is one of the few pushing the limits of where music can go, blending his influences with his own style. Also worth mentioning is the dynamics between Tim Henson, and Scottie Lepage, where Tim is more the frontman of the band, while Scottie in his own way, follows around and supports Tim's musical style. And both the Clays on Bass and Drums, kick the band mixes to that solid "goes up to 11"! Love the reaction, especially hearing it from someone who's backround isn't deeply rooted in this style of music, but can pick apart the influences that make it :)

@feral_orc

2 жыл бұрын

I think of it like a drummer who throws in a lot of fills around the rhythm they're keeping. Like Danny Carey, he always seems to get back to the core of the beat no matter how much fancy stuff he adds. Tim has the melody on repeat in his head and he's just playing around it waiting for the right moment to fall back into the pocket and play bits of the standard melody.

Speaking of Plini, they recently did a live video of them playing Handmade Cities and the mix is just incredible, best live mix I've ever heard. Might be a good one for a reaction!

@tommykimberlin7528

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!

You can feel the hip hop influence as well and not just of the backing track. He's melting it all together.

74 yo old jazz lover here who grew up w/ Chick, the 3 Guitars and like WoW i'm in love...

I love your facial reactions to music! You can tell it just tickles your soul. I’m subscribing.

@KeyOfGeebz

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for subbing!

The kid plays so clean. Definitely the new era of guitar riffing. I was happy to learn a Maiden riff at his age…

@RainbowHomo

2 жыл бұрын

I mean... he is like 27? Not so much a kid anymore xD...

@usuallyclueless4477

2 жыл бұрын

He's almost 30

@biorythmicshifter

2 жыл бұрын

@@usuallyclueless4477 I wish I were 30…

@sentientcardboarddumpster7900

2 жыл бұрын

@@RainbowHomo anyone over 40 thinks anyone 30 or younger is a kid lol

@endlesswanderer1753

2 жыл бұрын

@@sentientcardboarddumpster7900 I'm 32 and depressed as fuck. I wish I was 27 again, lmao.

the efficiency in his hands is mesmerizing!

Love the bosa nova switch up so much, it’s so bloody refreshing.

im so glad you mentioned the classical guitarist that directly influenced this song by his cover of GOAT, Robert Svard.

I fell away from Polyphia when G.O.A.T was released for some reason. Decided I wanted watch some of their videos and saw Playing God was just released, I've been listening to that song multiple times daily since, they've really expanded and I'm excited to see what the album has in store.

@selfishteammate

2 жыл бұрын

They haven’t done much in-between the two releases anyway. I mean they’ve been working but not releasing music.

I love how this makes musicians who listen to it make their crazy faces, it shows how sucked into it they are, very rarely is their a song that appeals so strongly to musicians and the masses alike.

I see you reppin what looks like Jim Henson influenced puppets to a Tim Henson response video! I feel this wasn’t intentional but I am living for it >D

Tim Henson is just too amazing. Makes high end technical playing look like a walk in the park. That in itself is testament to his playing prowess.

3:26 - That acoustic guitar player Tim was reacting to was Evgen Tsibulin.

@MultiFluffyMuffin

2 жыл бұрын

i was looking for this comment!

STILL HERE! Love your stuff.

I love that single channel guitar tracks really show you how well the two tracks from Tim and Scott integrate to create a full sound. And just how cleanly they harmonise

I literally don’t understand how anyone moves their hands that fast. And accurate. Crazy.

Love Geebz's face during the intro. That's all of us watching/listening to Polyphia play these ultra-technical parts with the smoothness of a well-oiled machine. That stank face is the ultimate respect for good musicianship.

Songs like these are always my favorite. I love Polyphia, but when I first heard this, I did NOT enjoy it. But, with consecutive listens, it has gotten better and better and better. I've always wondered why certain songs have done that to me, but they're always my favorite.

I am still here! Al DiMeola, Paco DeLucia, and John McLaughlin are three of my favorite guitarists. This fellow can really play. WOW Thank you for playing this.

@TheeRebel

2 жыл бұрын

Facts you and me both!

@adirsab

2 жыл бұрын

they on a different level

I’m nearly 50 and recently discovered Polyphia and Tim Henson and when I first saw this I said something similar, “I remember listening to a guy in the early 80’s named Al Di Meola and if Tim hasn’t been listening to him then I would be shocked. Go listen to his song “Race with the Devil on a Spanish Highway” and then tell me you don’t think Tim has been listening to him!

Yeah the bossanova vibes from that second section make my heart flutter with excitement at it's inclusion in this genre

In the second section, there is an amazing bossa nova vibe!

i love how positive this guy always is about music and every direction artists go, always find myself coming back to watch his content and finding new bands and artists to listen to

I’m still here man! 🤙🤙🤙 I heard the full band version and loved it, so you can imagine how pumped I was to see this video pop up in my feed! I didn’t think they could surprise us any further, but man this track is great and I love your commentary.

I'm always "Still Here" Mr. Geebs....And always will be as long as you keep goin I will keep being here. I learn so much while also having a blast listening as you decompose these tracks. Rock on man...This channel is soul candy!

Your surfing intro is awesome!

One of the best reactions I've seen so far. Great video and breakdown!

I had the pleasure of seeing Polyphia live just after G.O.A.T came out, and by god are the just as impressive live. Absolute champions the lot of them

Awesome Geebz! I had heard the regular version but not the unplugged one yet, always a great experience hearing a song here for the first time. :)

I love your commentary. It felt like when i use to have my conversation with band/jammer or my brothers. Mu musician friends. I miss it. And watching your commentary brought that back to me. Thank you.

@KeyOfGeebz

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

It's also great to see Tim taking some time to really introduce and sit comfortably with a relaxed melody for a portion of the song so it's not just 100% flexing on some crazy techniques. To me that just shows his/their comfort and confidence in their playing and song-writing.

The composition stands out to me, as much as the playing itself. How he managed to combined so many techniques, each by itself not that special, what rocks is the almost seamless transitions into an over-all feel good composition, and knowing that effortless look comes from a super human amount of patience, and practice, it just works. To hear this before it's created, or even feel it coming together is as great a skill as the physical aspects of song creation on an instrument. It's a very mature way of writing, a lot of thought, focus, self-efficacy, and critical thinking seemed to go into putting it together. I like it, and how humble those guys are considering what they've put together, like they're very aware, and motivated to learn, and create, makes me want to hear more from them. It should be fun to see where this goes.

Geebz my dude, you have always had my respect but you keep proving how much you deserve it through your commitment to authenticity.

The evolution of Tim is a truly fascinating thing to witness

I'm still here. That was amazing.

this version is even better somehow its insane how good he is

It's so beautiful to watch and hear it recorded live like this. God damn.

My fingers broke by watching how he moves his fingers so quick over the frets with no big effort... Great guitarist and songwriter 👏👌

Man, thank you for reacting to this. I wouldn't have come across this Tim Henson video my own most likely. Insane

@robertcuff5704

2 жыл бұрын

Cover? Lol

@devil_pls

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertcuff5704 oh nevermind. I didn't know that Tim Henson is literally part of Polyphia. I thought they were two different entities. Wasn't familiar with the Band Polyphia up until now.

Loved how you talked about that old tim reaction video and how he picked up on the acoustic and I also figured we would see something like this coming. Thanks for the video.

Great to hear you're thinking of doing a Plini video. That'd be great. I really enjoyed your reaction here. No need to apologize for thoughtful commentary. It's what makes your channel awesome.

Basically he's making my dream come true bringing Bossa into metal in the best way possible.

I was blown away when I first heard this track...it is so good.. I'm older and have been an Al de Meola fan for years and elements of his style seemed to surface in this piece. Guitar players of all genres can appreciate Tim's technique and talent. Beautiful piece of music.

Your reaction is perfect. I have exactly ZERO background in music, but hearing your insights is just fascinating. After watching a handful of your videos, those facial expressions while you watch the video actually mean something because you digest the segment of the piece thoroughly. Thanks for all your reviews, I don't understand music theory or all that hullabaloo, and yet I love how you dissected this. *Round of applause*

I love your stuff dude, watching your videos is like a warm hug.

I'm still here! As always, great stuff, thanks for taking the time to do what you do.

Great energy man! Also, very nice to see you vibing to every note xD I can relate to that! Keep it up!

Serious Al Di Meola vibes on this. Incredible talent!

Love your reactions. Keep them up. This was another great one.

Always appreciate you keeping it authentic with your reaction Geebz. Yours are always the most interesting to watch!

@KeyOfGeebz

7 ай бұрын

I appreciate that

geebz! i had a feeling you'd be on this one quickly!! great job as always - tim is amazing

Tim, Scotty and Plini. I want that track.

I’m watching for those reactions and insights. Keep them as long as you like :) Great stuff!

I've listened to you for a long minute now, but you get a subscribe specifically because you heard the song before and were honest about it. That's exactly what I look for in a channel, and will start checking out all your stuff now instead of cherry picking my favs. Much love brother

Legend has it he put the pick down so fast at the end because it was starting to melt

They are such an amazing group of players. Mr Henson makes it look so effortless and do not forget Mr LePaige (I hope I spelled that right) too. Just such great players who can obviously play many styles/genres.

Really like your analysis! Great insight on his progression. Have a great day 👍

Your analysis is always so interesting to me. Thank you!

I'm still here, I love your perspective

Tim is a straight up robot. His playing technique is insane. Almost alien in a sense considering where guitar players were in the 80's and 90's. It's insane to me how fast and accurate his playing is while he just sits there casually... He is an absolute badass and one of today's guitar heroes like Randy Rhoads, EVH, and a multitude of other famous guitarists were and still are from time gone by. Incredible!

I have to be honest, I usually roll my eyes at these ‘X reacts to Y’ videos but this has expanded my already great appreciation for Tim and Polyphia’s work. I’ll keep an eye out for that Plini breakdown because what you said about choosing ‘the right notes’ resonated with me.

Tim Hanson is a once in a generation guitar player. He's a guy that many people know is good but he's actually extremely good. so much poise and tasteful playing and keeps transforming his style. in a weird way he reminds me a little of Hendrix.

I'm still here!!! Funny how that happens everytime I click on one of yours ;) Cheers man, always a pleasure!

My understanding is, that electric acoustic nylon string guitar really helps the tone and speed of Tim's playing. Absolutely amazing! Rick Beato interview him and he said if he ever actually had to think about what he's playing he'd screw it up.

The look and disposition of frustration and incredulity on your face is priceless. Lol. It’s that feeling that every mediocre guitar player feels when they hear something like this. It’s like… ok. I’m just gonna lay this down for a few decades now

Passion, Grace & Fire 🔥 🔥 🔥

Quality content as always. Keep it up man!

Did you notice the little allusion to The Girl from Ipanema? I haven't found anyone else talking about it but at 5:31 in your reaction I swear it's a little nod to the track. It isn't pitch for pitch, but the melodic rhythm is there and I'm pretty sure the chords he played going into this melody are based on Ipenema as well; though again, not chord for chord but close -- like an homage.

@qwertyuiop-qv4qv

2 жыл бұрын

i believe is just a fortunate coincidence. that chord progression is too common in bossa nova kinda music

@ConnorHammond

2 жыл бұрын

@@qwertyuiop-qv4qv Tim admits he will take a melody he likes and fit it into his music. I reckon he took it and would admit it. The first 2 bars are exactly the same and then he diverts.

@mantis1977

2 жыл бұрын

Coincidentally or not it's there!

@splintzsound

2 жыл бұрын

That's a good shout - you can see Lucas Brar picked up on that in his INSANE cover: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hXZ7tNqkk5vQd8o.html

phenomenal composing and technical ability, tim's achilles heel; improvisation. Crumbled when playing live with vai.

coming from someone that can't carry a tune in a bucket, i'm short on words to be able to describe the awe. the finger control on both hands, the speed, the precision.....

I had the moment. Thanks man.

It’s deeply rooted in flow my friend. Technique, creativity and flow. Punching out

finally someone who ca talk about this properly. Thanks so much mate

dont apologize for the amount of stops. we are here for your two cents on something that we have more then likely already heard. your a great man with insightful opinions on music.

The faces you’re making I was making yesterday when I found him/polyphia for myself. 🤟🏼

He has shown people what he does when he writes this stuff. It's quite simple I wish I would have thought of this. He layouts the progression in the recording software with the midi piano and then puts the guitar over the progressions.