The Oaf - Big Wreck. Awesome Riff of the Day... and how to play it!

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  • čas přidán 10. 09. 2024

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  • @Handyandy747
    @Handyandy747 Před 6 měsíci +12

    Right band wrong time. I think that’s probably the best description of Big Wreck’s musical journey.
    Still a killer band, though it makes me proud to be Canadian

  • @billcowden8706
    @billcowden8706 Před 2 lety +25

    Finally someone covers Big Wreck. Thank you Sir.

    • @KellyDeanAllenGuitar
      @KellyDeanAllenGuitar  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for watching! I was utterly shocked to not find a tutorial on CZcams for this one. Such a classic and awesome riff.

  • @heycisco
    @heycisco Před rokem +17

    Thank you for the tutorial. Thornley is criminally underrated. Big Wreck is Canada's best kept secret. Where have they been all my life? Since I heard the first 10 seconds of Locomotive I became an instant fan.

  • @StealthParrot
    @StealthParrot Před 2 lety +13

    Ian Thornley is one of my favorite guitar players. This is great, love to see more Big Wreck!

    • @KellyDeanAllenGuitar
      @KellyDeanAllenGuitar  Před 2 lety +3

      Yeah man, it's a damned shame that they don't have more international success these days. Still pumping out awesome stuff.

  • @scottenriquez1930
    @scottenriquez1930 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Still one of my favorite songs. Love these guys. I’m not Canadian but I’m still listening to them.

  • @Grrrr2
    @Grrrr2 Před 7 měsíci +5

    OMG, Kelly. This is one of my all-time favourite songs, & You are a GREAT teacher, breaking down every delicate element.
    THANK YOU so much for your kindness, patience & attention to minute details.

  • @morganswant9578
    @morganswant9578 Před rokem +7

    I can’t believe this only has 64 likes!!
    I’ve loved this song, and Big Wreck since they came out. I’ve been trying to figure this out since 2001 when I started playing guitar! Thanks a million!!

  • @briansnyder3405
    @briansnyder3405 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I went deep into the Big Wreck discography and even had a chance to take some lessons from the rhythm guitar player Brian Doherty (RIP) and my level of playing went crazy. Now I play exclusively in the G flat 5 tuning but i drop the low string down a whole step and it opens up a huge amount of options. I play almost exclusively with this tuning, as well as DADGAD and whatever Soundgarden's "Burden in my hand" and "Pretty Noose" tuning is

  • @joelangel4144
    @joelangel4144 Před 13 dny

    Awesome tutorial! Thanks!
    I just learned an appreciation for them after watching a Beatto interview late week. I don’t have any idea how I missed this band. What an interesting and original approach to playing. I love this song. I’m 67 years old and still discovering stuff like this thanks!

  • @jonbigg7385
    @jonbigg7385 Před rokem +3

    Some of us Americans appreciate Ian and Big Wreck. There's hope for us.

  • @derpman2013
    @derpman2013 Před rokem +5

    big wreck is still kicking! just saw them live last week

  • @jeremydean6320
    @jeremydean6320 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Great tutorial! I’m obsessed with Big Wreck…I’ll never forget hearing them in 97 with this track and being blown away! The new EP Pages still has them performing at their highest level…I’m in the US and keep turning people on to them. Soundgarden could bring Ian on to do some tribute shows in the vein of what Pantera is doing now..any way would love to see more Big Wreck guitar lessons.

  • @jamesleblanc7437
    @jamesleblanc7437 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Wow, so good! Hammer-ons, pull offs, palm mutes for days. Great job!

  • @judysblueeyes
    @judysblueeyes Před 6 měsíci +1

    I'm in the music industry and have been following these guys since they came onto the scene. RIP Brian!! Thornley is one of my favortie guitar/vocal heros and BW is one of my all time favorite bands. Great tutorial.

  • @user-pg2ej4et8o
    @user-pg2ej4et8o Před 5 měsíci +1

    Freakin' awesome, man! Thanks a lot for this eye-opening tutorial and a glimpse into the magic and genius of alternate tunings! Really appreciate your teaching style!

  • @veovius
    @veovius Před 2 lety +7

    Such a monster riff and song!

  • @jaycheek254
    @jaycheek254 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Big Wreck is the greatest rock band ever!

    • @toddydoyle
      @toddydoyle Před 3 dny

      Amen to that!

    • @toddydoyle
      @toddydoyle Před 3 dny

      I've been a fan since In Loving Memory Of. I agree whole heartedly. I saw them live August 24, dream come true.

  • @seanmacp
    @seanmacp Před 6 měsíci +1

    Wow!!! Great tutorial this will now go on my have to learn bucket list !!!

  • @2009shahidc
    @2009shahidc Před 6 měsíci +1

    This is a serious tutorial for free, you would be crazy not to learn this. Amazing band and amazing sounds, time will judge them as one of the greatest ever.

  • @brenthowell8070
    @brenthowell8070 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Subscribed in the Southeastern US! More tutorials of my favorite band, please. Many thanks!

  • @timwilliams2035
    @timwilliams2035 Před rokem +1

    I have been showing my Dad bits and pieces of Ian’s stuff byway of music teachers like yourself and he really likes it as he was a guitarist. He hasn’t heard any albums yet. I can’t wait. PS he’s 82

  • @markarita3
    @markarita3 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Best live band sound mix I've ever heard. Ian is a monster!

  • @crantana
    @crantana Před 2 lety +4

    bro.....keep the canadian stuff comin.....you rock it every time.....cheers from corner brook, nl

  • @MoreisMor
    @MoreisMor Před měsícem

    That was fun, thank you! Always thought Ian/Big Wreck was a band's band because only my musical buddies and I were talking about that album when it came out. But is definitely one of the best to hear, and look forward to FINALLY making an attempt to learn playing it. So thanks again 😎👌

  • @nicamaya
    @nicamaya Před 5 měsíci +1

    Wow... thank you! Not an easy tune to play but sounds great and that tuning is unreal! Thanks for sharing man!

  • @Pedro_MVS_Lima
    @Pedro_MVS_Lima Před 2 lety +6

    Thank you for putting Ian Thornley and Big Wreck on my radar, this is a great riff indeed and although I haven't heard the original yet I'm pretty confident your cover was impeccable as always, haha!

    • @KellyDeanAllenGuitar
      @KellyDeanAllenGuitar  Před 2 lety

      Cheers Pedro! Good to hear from you. Hope you're well.

    • @Pedro_MVS_Lima
      @Pedro_MVS_Lima Před 2 lety

      @@KellyDeanAllenGuitar Yes, doing well for the most part, lots of work and virtually no spare time though. 😞

  • @stanbark007
    @stanbark007 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you!!! This Yank loves Big Wreck!!!

  • @michaelpalumbo3799
    @michaelpalumbo3799 Před 2 lety +3

    Just discovered Big Wreck 7.2. Excellent description of their varied sound and influences. I knew of Ian Thornley, just had never heard of his band. My favorite listening at the moment and spreading the word to everyone I can. Love your channel and really enjoyed this one!

    • @KellyDeanAllenGuitar
      @KellyDeanAllenGuitar  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Michael! Appreciate that a lot

    • @jewelscatchew
      @jewelscatchew Před rokem

      Oh man. You have a monstrous rabbit hole to enter! He is prolific, and TALENTED. ENJOY!

  • @MVB0606
    @MVB0606 Před 4 měsíci +1

    This just helped me so much holy god 🙏🏼🙏🏼The tabs I’ve found found are close but so far.

  • @CarpeDiem2
    @CarpeDiem2 Před rokem +1

    My brain hurts just looking at you play, but to create this.. that's genius level.

  • @GaryCainMusic
    @GaryCainMusic Před rokem +2

    perfectly played, and your analysis of their style is bang on!

  • @brettengland192
    @brettengland192 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I live in Virginia and have been a fan since the first album.

  • @dwaynejessome1728
    @dwaynejessome1728 Před 2 lety +2

    yup!! that's a pretty great one!

  • @shanedraper270
    @shanedraper270 Před rokem +2

    Fantastic job!! Definitely do some more BW. Criminially under appreciated band.

  • @custom.0860
    @custom.0860 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic cover and tutorial of a great song. Thx

  • @screamingliner
    @screamingliner Před 2 lety +2

    Fantastic, one of my favorite bands!

    • @KellyDeanAllenGuitar
      @KellyDeanAllenGuitar  Před 2 lety +1

      Likewise. 3 or 4 great albums in the past 10 years. Liked them when they hit the scene, like them even more nowadays.

    • @screamingliner
      @screamingliner Před 2 lety

      @@KellyDeanAllenGuitar totally a band that deserves a much bigger audience. saw them here in San Francisco after ...but for the sun.

  • @assestokick
    @assestokick Před 9 měsíci +1

    Do you hear the two little harmonica riffs at 1.01 and 1.06 Love that🎶 It's the only 2 times as far as I can tell. That makes me like it more! You did a awesome job on that my friend, Great song...

  • @jasonwallis1098
    @jasonwallis1098 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Very cool! Great tutorial. I always thought it was one of the coolest songs.

  • @EJH-jn6mo
    @EJH-jn6mo Před rokem +1

    I just got turned onto these guys. Doing my duty and spreading the word to other Americans.

  • @heihodojo
    @heihodojo Před 5 měsíci +1

    Really good vid, thanks!

  • @jewelscatchew
    @jewelscatchew Před rokem +4

    Ian Thornley is a GOD in both voice and guitar. No only that, the fact that his prolific and complicated songwriting has been overlooked is a GLOBAL tragedy. I'd only like to add one thing, despite your comparisons to Chris Cornell, I really believe you're selling Ian short. His range is far greater and his live performances far more perfect than Chris'. Just my two cents. Amazing tutorial and breakdown. Thanks for this!

  • @timlaughman7074
    @timlaughman7074 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Man that album is my top 5 no one has a clue who they are .

  • @Gerkenn
    @Gerkenn Před rokem

    Absolutely great tutorial, didn't know i had to learn this til now. Awesome tune!

  • @jimjones6419
    @jimjones6419 Před 26 dny

    Love it ❤

  • @andyferno9274
    @andyferno9274 Před 6 měsíci

    THANK YOU TONS

  • @chrisnalle5483
    @chrisnalle5483 Před rokem +2

    Their lack of respect in the states is a cot dayum shame…
    Just a heads up tho, the first album after Big Wreck, “Thornley” did go gold in the states.

  • @AS-qn7vq
    @AS-qn7vq Před rokem

    Awesome!

  • @lloydbray3809
    @lloydbray3809 Před rokem

    Well done

  • @wilhelmrogue1
    @wilhelmrogue1 Před 2 lety +2

    Gettin closer to 20k KDA,,,,, you rock bruh!

    • @KellyDeanAllenGuitar
      @KellyDeanAllenGuitar  Před 2 lety

      Damn close, haha. Few more months, no big jumps withstanding. It's a slow slog to 100k but that's the goal.

  • @speedinbob
    @speedinbob Před rokem

    Great tutorial!

  • @dean-marr
    @dean-marr Před rokem +1

    Amazing brother ❤

  • @timstevens3361
    @timstevens3361 Před rokem +2

    i agree
    i thot Ian was first
    a keyboard guy.
    watch him n BW live.
    oaf
    that song
    under the light house
    come again
    ghosts
    i think they are too good
    for a light pop audience

  • @Sftd1973
    @Sftd1973 Před 3 měsíci

    damn dude that's awesome !!!!!! Maybe you could do another demo of how to set up the Tremelo, Phaser, Delay, etc....

  • @mathtrixmusiclix4248
    @mathtrixmusiclix4248 Před rokem

    Sick!

  • @achavis
    @achavis Před rokem

    Awesome tutorial! Thanks!!!

  • @TonysMusic1974
    @TonysMusic1974 Před rokem

    Love this song! My cover band played it a few times back in the late 90's. Just posted a version of us playing THAT SONG :-)

  • @andrearinomato7670
    @andrearinomato7670 Před rokem

    Yes!!!!! 👏👏👏

  • @andrewcherry4635
    @andrewcherry4635 Před rokem +1

    You've nailed this on all fronts! Would you be able to share more on your tone/effects for this tune? You've touched on it in this video but is there any more detail you can share. I have a Helix LT so as much info as you would be willing to provide would be awesome. Thanks.

  • @TheKlingonJon
    @TheKlingonJon Před 8 měsíci

    There's some King's X influence as well!

  • @NoelKerns
    @NoelKerns Před rokem +1

    Can you share how you play the chunky, 16th-note rhythm part to the 2nd verse? I love the sound of that!

  • @roscoechance5155
    @roscoechance5155 Před rokem

    Further to your soundgarden comparison - they also used lots of alternate "wacky" tunings

  • @shealarking1082
    @shealarking1082 Před rokem +2

    More big wreck pls

  • @seanmacp
    @seanmacp Před 6 měsíci

    Hi Kelly where did you get the backing track ?

  • @adnap
    @adnap Před rokem

    I always thought the riff to The Oaf was reminiscent of “Hole Hearted” by Extreme.

  • @gavinjohnston3540
    @gavinjohnston3540 Před 6 měsíci

    Whats the tuning

  • @giorgiotorassa8918
    @giorgiotorassa8918 Před 7 měsíci

    Why Big Wreck don’t come to Italy????

  • @Satanic666Overlord
    @Satanic666Overlord Před rokem +2

    Ian is 100x better than Chris Cornell, as good as Chris is, Ian is a beast... Little bit of an insult to Ian and big wreck to compare them to Sound Garden.. IMO

  • @benkile6016
    @benkile6016 Před rokem

    I can not figure out how to tune it to that

  • @brycemelton1
    @brycemelton1 Před 10 měsíci

    How the hell did you figure that out?

  • @gutless1108
    @gutless1108 Před 4 měsíci

    I love BW but sometimes it just seems like they take themselves too seriously - loosen up & have fun... Once is enough (Wire)

  • @nic3286
    @nic3286 Před rokem +2

    Great band ghosts is an amazing song too