MAX OSTRO IS ON ANOTHER LEVEL!!! 

Thank you for the review! Man, I really appreciate it

I'm a drummer, but I understand what's going on here. : ) Dude is a natural. I'm blown away.

Max is legitimately one of the finest guitarists I've ever heard. He would've been on the cover of every mag back in the day. How he wasn't the winner of the Kiesel contests is beyond me.

This is beyond shredding. Most shredding is just playing fast for the sake of it, and not always audibly discernible. This kid is a genius in the true sense of the word. He thoroughly understands the music he's playing and could show some of our more "seasoned" guitarists a thing or two!

I’ve been playing guitar for 35 years and Max is the first in 15 years that I can honestly say ‘This bloke is kicking the sh** outta music for technique AND phrasing’ Fantastic playing, gives me hope and makes me wanna give up at the same time. You KNOW what I mean lol.

How on earth can a 17 year old play the guitar like he has been playing/studying for 30 years!...also, he doesn't need to even scrutinise the neck while he is playing! This man was born to play, evolve, actually become as one with the guitar. I really don't think we will see his like again in our lifetimes.

Max really is on another level...he makes you look at your own guitar, and say WTF!

His playing has the feel of a true modern master…his phrasing isn’t just technical it’s layered in a way that speaks to the trained and untrained ear simultaneously…there is a message for both…it’s musical in a way that feels beyond the instrument he’s playing….

Max is def next level, he REALLLY needs to capitalise on his momentum...release more!! all guitarists are in complete awe of his talent

Watch his 2019 Kiesel contest entry - the winner by far. Then watch his 2020 entry in which he plays his Ibanez and zooms in on the headstock at the end in some sort of minor defiance :p Incredible talent - I'm 50 and have been into guitar since I was 14 - seen everyone live from Paul Gilbert, Vai, Satriani,, Nuno and Petrucci to Guthrie, Larry Carlton, Josh Smith and everyone in between - Max is next level insane and quirky with it - fantastic sense of humour and a joy to watch, well done to JTC for picking him up so early too!

Man, its about time people quit sleeping on Max. This kid is going to be a LEGEND!

And he has a unique sense of humor which just adds to the magic. No teeth gritting at all, with Max.

this kid was sent from heaven to show us alittle of what music will be .....he is unbelievable.....

Max's effortless talent is really jaw dropping.

Max is so unique because of his effortless fluidity, speed and amazing phrasing. The first few times I saw him I kept replaying the videos because I wasn't sure it was real.

He was born to do this. It's easy for a gifted person. All the best say it was easy to learn. Then they all say... I slept with it.

I agree. I’ve often watched Max’s playing many times in the past and I would just despair. His tone is flawless. His sense of the fretboard is utterly supernatural. The tiny legatos alone are proof that no one can touch him. If the world’s looking for the next guitar superhero-look no further than Ostro.

How he can be so loose and so technically perfect at the same time is mind blowing. I've been following his videos for awhile, he also has a fantastic musical sense of humor.

I was quite disapointed not to see him in the Biggest Shred Collab that was recently posted by Jared Dinnes. He would have been awesome in this video. I think he will be among the greatest guitar players worldwide in a very near future. He's already there in my mind but he's simply not known enough to have that recognition. Cheers from Montréal, Canada

That diminished chord on the intro and the overdrive powerchords really set up the feel for the song. So subtle and easily disregarded.

Dude, I've been watching him for months and my jaw hits the floor everytime I hear him play. You can hear him play at 13 and still be gob smacked. I'm 72 and have been playing since I was 12.

Max is the stuff man.And looks soo relaxed and absolutely my favorite.Phrasing baby,my man.Way above us.

A more organic player you'll never find. Rhythmically sensational. Born to do this. Simply the best......but not prolific.

This kid is honestly one of the best guitarists I have ever heard. Just mind blowing, and so exciting to listen to.

so young and already playing like this, this boy is a monster on the guitar

I feel exactly like you do, and as a guitarist i try to show my wife and friends what im seeing and hearing and they just don’t get it, freekin his playing just puts me in that happy zone as does, Andy Timmons, Nick Johnson, Joe Satriani etc…..

You could say this kid is a virtuoso but it would be such a disservice. He's without a doubt one of the best guitarists to have ever walked the Earth. He's musical, unbelievably fast, innovative...he's the best on the planet right now..

I been watching and trying to play along with Max for a few years now. Really good kid too, nice dude and humble. What I take away most from what I learn from him is his flowing use of modes and bends, he does all kinds of ghost bends and will switch up in the middle of a big bend and just go to that note, kind of a jazzy thing at times. This guy is what makes me more believe in aliens, this dude is from another planet. He's definitely a virtuoso but he's more than that, I can't quantify it with this language. Also, I tell my students all the time, be economical with your hand and fingers when you play, don't move them any more away from the neck than you physically have to. If you watch Max, he barely lifts his fingers off the fretboard in between licks or chord changes. Perfect technique.

Max Ostro is amazing! I could listen to him all day.

Best playing Ive heard in a long time!

Maxx Ostro is just beyond belief. This kid has blown my socks off more times than I can count.

Very jazzy. Got to appreciate his melodic lines and how he keeps it interesting. The dude is good.

Watched all his videos multiple times! mind blowing how effortless he's mastered so many techniques 🤘🏼🔥🔥

Max is amazing he’s taken it to the next level. Wish him success on he’s journey

A naturally born musician, the music and technical skill lives within him, playing is for him as natural as eating, walking, riding a bike etc, he is the new master... BTW he seems to be reading the notes most of time, hardly looking at the fretboard

Max's brilliance is in his right hand. He has the most effortless picking.

5:12 - you spoke over the best note of the song! The harmonic there is amazing. I'd love that guitar but the lovely people at Ibanez didn't bother to make a left handed model :( Max is already one of the greats and he's still a teen... incredible really.

Ostro will be, all certain here, a true legend of guitar playing.

This dude is phenomenal... wishing all success for you both

His style and showmanship is something else.

Max has matured in his playing for sure! Throwing in Carlton,ford jazz blues licks in his rainbow of shred!

I've come across Max some time ago. He blew me mind, when he was even younger. This guy was playing a Fender Squire which sounded unbelievable! His technical playing ability is just out of this planet! I am a guitarist myself ( No where near Max of course) but I can surely play a guitar. Still, not even if I had a million years to live and practice could I even get close to doing what he does with a guitar 🎸!!

Great video! Max is simply ridiculous and I found myself astounded watching this even having seen this performance dozens of times before 😂

Maximus Ostrodamus! Killing it!

More Max please! There are so little reactions and review of his stuff on youtube (especially in English) and it is quite sad since he is absolutely golden. I think it could generate views to be one of the first to cover him before he blows up and also bring people to your channel.

He is amazing. Blows my mind every time I watch him.

Outstanding player. Reminds me of a mix between Tom Quayle and Shaun Tubbs. It's rare to see such technical ability done with such soul and the deadpan expressionless face just adds to it for me. brilliant is the only word

Great vid! Unbelievable player... Like you said at the start, he's so good it makes you feel like selling up! :)

I've been watching Max for about 6 months, very talented. You Tube is fantastic for this sort of stuff. I really like his version of Rhumba by DiDula that he did when he was about 14. A few years ago I lost 2 fingers on my left hand, and can no longer play, now I don't feel so bad it.

Yeah this guy is amazing! He has a such a fresh take on virtuoso gtr.

"What even happened there?". Yep, that probably sums it up best. Mind-blowing.

I dont know how some people wanna break your guitar when you see people like Max , i dont get it. I am gonna practice for hours tommorow after watching this. Yeah max is insaaaaaaane.

Hi mate, I'm an older player and through the years I've been amazed how the guitar has evolved. Many players have made me smile because of technique and stunning ability of speed and accuracy. I have to say Max has something extra, like you pointed out , the subtle bends in a run, other amazing runs that you wouldn't notice but makes the overall performance outstanding. I am hoping he tours soon in the UK, I would go out of my way to see him play. Maybe he will be invited on a G3 tour? let's hope, your a damn good player yourself, Happy New Year

I've been playing guitar all my life and I can certify that Max is one of the best in the world.

Max is awesome for sure. Hopefully guitar music will make a comeback soon!

That's like a hell of a burst of ideas and approaches! What a comprehension, pure genuine style!

Love Max, been watching him for awhile now, incredible talent

Max is one of my favorites. Amazing talent. When you said, "what even happened there" about his run at 2:33 , you failed to mention the cherry that Max put on top of it at the end with the harmonic via his right hand! That puts a smile on my face for sure! He has an amazing ability to hear sophisticated phrasing in his head... and just have it magically flow right out his finger tips. And he doesn't even need to look at the fret board to do so. Truly spectacular! I would certainly buy any and all albums Max ever puts out... c'mon Max!!!

Love his style, sound,calm mastery of his craft,friggen awesome!!👏👏👏

I grew up on Shrapnel Records, Vai, Satch, Beck and I can say with clear conscience that Max is my new guitar God! I get so excited and just laugh watching him play. He is a true delight!

Unbelievable playing; incredible light touch

Max ostro Is unbelievable!!! Makes it look so easy!!!!

I’ve been following Max for a while now. I totally agree with your assessment. While I have always appreciated his playing and his quirky sense of humor recently he has gone next level. The kid is a savant.

Great video. I like how you highlighted some of the interesting parts. I also love your comment about the headphones being the thing you have in common..That was funny and very humble. Maxx is a musical savant, no doubt about it....

Max is a kind of Surgeon over the fretboard... Thanks for sharing Bro...!!!

Hello Andy! Love your analysis and the way you feel music. Keep up providing these great contents! Thank you!

Max fucking does 3 tone bends, manifest picks mid riff, slides with lightning speed, walks with monster walks. It’s more than a normal mind can comprehend. I’ve been playing lead guitar longer than Max has been alive. And he’s my idol! Lol

Great title. 100% correct. This dude IS another level!

You cant just be a listener, you cant just play guitar, you have to be an advanced player to even SEE how much more advanced he is

'Shredders' are great but I can only consume a few minutes before it starts going over my head. Max has the ability to keep you connected with what he's playing by being so diverse. What ever you like he plays it but never too much of any one style.

Great reaction vid! Like your style and of course, couldn´t agree moore - Max is totally awesome!

Loved your review. Very much my thoughts regarding shredding w/out musical taste (although it's fun to watch). I've watched all of Max's videos and have watched this one in particular at least 50 times. You didn't mention the harmonic hammer on... that amazed me.

He's part of the new breed of young players who have absolutely no fear. Or far less than previous gens.

I think MAX is the best guitar player alive right now.

His technique is so effortless. He's a special talent, for real.

Max really maxxed it out.. to the max Max..

These kids are amazing - it shows me that I surely missed something during my past pratice time :D

He has the musical ability to write guitar solos that can capture the imagination of the world and be played forever, however, unless he gets over shredding like crazy, he will only ever capture interest from other guitarists and not reach his full potential. Hope you will realise that one day Max . Wishing you the best.

This kid is 15 and already at a level impossible to achieve by 99.9% of guitarists. He is the equivalent of a 15 years old playing in the NHL and beating every records done by Gretzky, Jagr, Lemieux, etc... I'm so glad I'm living at the time as him, I already missed Mozart, Bach, Hendrix

Max Ostro constantly reminds my of Greg Howe. The tone, the fluency, the phrasings.

Max Ostro = Surfing with the Alien

I'm a retired lead guitarist & I am still smiling because of this young man. Technical to the nines yet his expressive lead narrative is multi faceted, stylish & diversified. To be so young and playing guitar for such a short span compels me to say that he is one of the very few TRUE 'naturals,' though I do wonder what his daily practice regimen consists of. Thx for posting this remarkable talent.

This guy will be the next Vai and in my opinion even better , i follow his stuff for a wile now

There is nothing I like about shred. However this ain't shredding. This is seriously melodic, quick, and amazing. This is gold. People usually just can shred or just can do melodic. This is good and I'm glad he is around to show people it all isn't just about EDC.

I’m so glad you are doing some reaction videos for Max. Your review was dead on.

This kid is spot on ...great video

Just found Max recently myself, he is ridiculous! Enjoyed your breakdown man!

He's outstanding.

Andy looks like he's about start crying😥😩😫 from about halfway through the tune. I don't blame him. This kid Max has got some seriously amazing talent. I don't even play guitar myself but I definitely wouldn't say this is boring to listen to.

"That" was a tapped harmonic after a slick ass run.

Max is very musical, I would like to hear some longer compositions.

I love Max Ostros playing!! I want to know where I can buy his music! Ive been wanting to download it and all I can find is his classical guitar stuff

3:11 that single subtle tap. Soo profound. Littlte tap

Been watching him for a good while now..kid has chops

Max is otherworldly

His playing is aesthetically pleasing.

I started seeing when he was 12. He’s amazing!!!!!

Yes, it looks like he doesn't move the fingers on the keyboard. He plays very smoothly and the music is just terrific...

Kid's got skills! Excellent video and review my friend! Peace!

I laughed out loud when I saw this boy for the first time....when he started playing I stopped laughing....now I love him......