Dj has done something many guitarists long for; developed his original sound. I can honestly hear when Ashba is playing something. Plenty of guitarists miss that signature sound.
It's funny how people love to waste their time just to watch any video of DJ and leave a hateful comment. You don't like this guy? Don't watch the video. Don't like this band/song? Don't watch the video. Just skip it. Go outside, get some fresh air, maybe talk to your girlfriend or a dog, whatever. I like the way DJ play. I like his style. I love watching guitar players hands when they play and I love this song. I think it's awesome. I can't wait to hear the new album and see them in June. And yes, I think DJ is not only a talented guy, but also a really nice person. It's "funny" how some people don't even know what does "DJ" in "DJ Ashba" mean (Daren Jay = DJ. You're welcome, you don't have to google it now), but they're so ready to bitch on his PERSONALITY and judge his character by just watching a video of him playing guitar #fucklogic
Lol people just hate him because he played for guns n roses and wore a top hat when he played. He's a damn good guitar player. If you don't like him, don't watch the video.
You haters have lost your minds!!!! It's not about being anybody else.. it's about DJ being DJ. As it should be. I'm loving every note and the album and Sixx AM.. KILLER!
+Danny Sykes He's terrible.. all look and no substance. There is absolutely nothing there in his lead work. Very simple and uninspired. Good for him on playing guitar for living but he is pretty shit.
+Polentaccio Wow! Jealousy and haters everywhere. Doesn't have to be speed demon technical shit to be good. The solo is good with some great feel and phrasing to it.
I've red someone hates the guy? Why? he is a rock guitar player. I respect the dude. He made his life with what he loves and what he's good at. What to hate? Keep rockin' man!
It truly kills me that people feel they have to leave terribly nasty comments on here to be noticed. If you don't like the man, the band or the genre of music then don't listen. He's stated repeatedly he't not a teacher so why ridicule him on his style or technique? He's an amazing guitar player in my opinion. Again if you don't like it don't listen. I find these guitar world clips really interesting and pretty informative. Thank you DJ for putting your style out there for those of us who really enjoy it!
Well I'll just tell you my opinion I think he does an absolute awesome job and I can hear something I haven't in years in his music . He feels what he plays and if you know anything at all about music you can feel it as well. I can hear and feel some real genious in his playing . Keep up the fantastic work . This is a great group and I look for many great things to come from them
Many haters here but surprisingly you are watching him play the shit out of this song. Any of this haters post a new video and show you can play better than Dj Ashba. He is amazing, one of the best guitarist and humble person I have ever seen.
I could not wait for a guitar lesson for RISE!! I love the song and your style! Dj, you're an incredible guitarist! You always have my support! Sixx:A.M. Is the best! The sound of this guitar is amazing! See you on tour!
My No.1 guitarist, teacher and overall artist.. and amazing friend and person after all.. huge support for all of his work! Btw those guitars on #PrayersForTheDamned are sick, possibly the best and most inspiring rock guitar work I've ever heard! Rock on bro! SBS
Hi Dj! first of all thank you for giving time to share some videos with us ..... i have two questions what kind of strings do you use and the size of them. Thanks
Seriously the hell is everybody's problem with the guy? He ain't that bad, there are far worse people that could be on this channel. I don't know if it's his look or anything he does besides music, i really don't care about either of those honestly, he could look like Marilyn Manson for all i fuckin care. The guy can play guitar, he may not be the greatest I don't think he or anyone else is trying to say that but obviously he loves playing guitar and making music.
why the hell do people think playing harder things make you a good musician? people play what they feel. you can't just look at all these skills things. it's good you can learn and play them but that's only the machine part of the brain. Kiss and the beatles kept it simple and everyone love them.
umm ok i had a job from 2000 to 2010 that prevented me from hearing very much music then retired and moved to asia and the only thing that plays here is crappy pop love songs so im way behind on current music and well anything from 2000 and up
+TheZooropaBaby You have every right to criticize him no matter how well you can play yourself. Hell, you can criticize musicians even if you don't play at all.
Damn people put the pitchforks and torches down for a min lol. At least he's actually playing. This is not as bad as fender giving avril lavigne a sig model lol. I like the riffs but good god that solo smh. At least put a bunch of effects in and fake it lol.
Just because someone is capable of doing something does not automatically make them a good teacher. A lot of guitar players say they are bad teachers. It wasn't meant to be arrogant or douchey.
When you play in Drop D you can get away with riffs like this. We all do it. The more complicated it is the more it gets crowded and muddy. Most hit songs are catchy with easy riffs. He's got to tour and play this song 200 times so why make it difficult?
Right? I've learned a lot of Metallica songs and even the ones that aren't drop D are fairly simple to learn and play you just have to be able to play wicked fast
+scrubby4130 I too, would like to know. Since you seem to be blessed from the guitar gods themselves and tread among us mortals with your heavenly presence, we all would like to hear how you came to that conclusion!
yes daren and the bands he has been with and is are all great musicians . I'm speaking as his ex-fiance . ( Not to be disrespectful ) It's redicolous to have a personal conversation with him this way .
Look Daren I can't look you this way like we did in the pass . If you would call me . We know eacother yes but you shouldn't treat me this way and have me look at you on an old video . I'd appricate if you talk to me on the phone instead . My kids feel you don't exist that I'm fool of myself . Asking me if you ever called . Just like your laywer mentioned or brought to our attention .
listen Daren I erased my Gmail , cause it was all tampered . So this one was the phone already . When I bought it at the pawn shop . Cause I know how you are . I'm telling it's on guys name I don't know . But has my last name .Any yes , call me as soon as we're ready so I can't get there . Cause I am having a hard time on fb and tweeter . I'm to shy to go the store or the clothe line . Guess what since I am where Im at . It ssfer not to say you Enterprise , cause I will get attacked . I love you .
"I dont know theory, i just play form the heart". How is that possible? In order to make a decent song you have to have some knowledge of theory. Even if it's the simplest theory rules, you have to know something in order to make a song
Whoever did the mixing / editing left the album track turned up way too high, can barely hear Ashba's playing It boggles the mind how a very popular / famous org like Guitar World could do this
