I was listening to the fusion radio while studying physics at work (don't tell my boss) and one of your songs came on. It was so amazing, I took your name down and found you now. The song was Groovus In Fabula. Definitely getting the album!
This album was amazing, I bought it when it came out and i NEVER buy cds, I cant wait for a new one, I will surely buy that too, just an incredible monster player
Hello Alex... I just downloaded EGO from iTunes and MAN you are something special. I am just blown away at your use of keyboards, tones...especially your organ tone, synth solos and writing. You are a true Genius and just a joy to listen too. At 53 years old and remembering when I had to play all the parts because there was no midi, I dare say you have raised the bar tremendously and I`m a fan for life. Can`t wait for the next CD! Glad it`s in the making. Mad respect 4 ya!! Imani Z!
I just have to say, in a guitarists perspective i find your playing the most influencial and relatable keyboardist ive heard so far. You have alot of great lines that sound just crazy when played on guitar also helps with improv, like on syncronal steps theres tonnes of ideas that can played just over a Dm chord. I think i speak for everyone here when i say we can't wait for more.
Alex, I just love your album so much! I am really picky about the musical I listen to, especially modern music since most of it is so bland and heartless, but your album ego is quite the exception! I just can't stop listening to it! It has some what I feel are timeless melodies and tunes. I seriously can't wait for the next album! I think in a few hundred years from now when musicologist are looking back at music of this period they will pick up on the true emotions you have displayed!
Dude!! What's up, haven't talk to u since I asked about your method last on myspace, asked you if u slowed things down to record then speeded it up, but u told me no, just practice practice...anyway good to see the extract of this solo, I'm all over that Bm thing too! But what's your pitch bend set at?? whole step?
Great playing! - The only thing is this synth sound seems to be more or less copied from Jens Johansson, who used it alot in the 90's, like on the JJH "Heavy Machinery" album. But Alex is a much better player than Jens.
@progjazzfusion : Sorry man, I've removed your post unintentionally..I wanted to reply to your comments but I've clicked the "remove" button instead of "reply" LOL
Anyway...first of all I want to thank you all you guys for your great comments and support...it really means a lot to me, really.
Second: I don't think there is a "better" player more than another. Jens in an amazing player and I really like his playing and I'm honoured to be compared to a musician like him.
He simply followed a different musical genre (with Stratovarius) compared to mine. His solos fit perfectly on the tunes he usually play on. I'm also sure he would play great on a different style of music (like prog or fusion) and his musical phrasings would be completely different from his usual metal stuff.
So I think there is no sense to compare two musicians in general, especially when they play different genres. just my two cents ;)
That's cool, I know what you mean...I know there really is no better/best in art or music, as it's all subjective, and one player may fit one style more than another. But that said, I think most guys dont see you and jens as being in different genres...they just think it's all prog metal, but I hear you as more fusion and jens as more metal. I guess you vs Jens is like asking people about Sherinian vs Rudess. pointless arguing ensues. (sherinian in planet X or his solo albums is my preference).
@alexargento Sorry man for saying "Jens is freaking better" in that way... it is rude, I am sorry. I admire, as a keyboard aprentice, your work and Jens' work too. However, i have followed Jens' more, and i think that valorating him only by his work with Stratovarius or Yngwie Malmsteen is wrong, obviously he's playing what people want him to play. I admire his work with his brother, Anders, or Jonas Hellborg, in CDs like "E" or "Fission"
Personally Alex Argento is one of my favourite keyboard players. From a guitar players perspective, his playing sounds like how someone would phrase it on a guitar and he can nail the blues. I love the geyboard and guitar trade off solos on sunset lights
Alex you're definitively one of the best new keyboard players around. I have your album and to my opinion, it's a masterpiece and a MUST HAVE to everyone who like this kind of playing. I head it every day! I hope you could post more videos of your album's songs and solos. Keep the good work man!!
Sei assolutamente il migliore, hai tanta creatività e ricchezza compositiva, ti auguro una carriera di infiniti successi, e poi se il Gran Maestro delle tastiere JCRUDESS lo conferma allora non ci sono dubbi!!! Tutto EGO 5/5.
Alex you are a genius! I have just got my hands on EGO, and i must say it is amazing. I'm loving the work with Tom Quayle on Adam Nitti's new album too. Such an inspiring player!
Grandissimo Alex!!! Ho ascoltato il tuo CD un'infinità di volte. Sei bravissimo e anche i musicisti che hai scelto sono niente male :P Avrei una domanda... Potresti dirci l'equipaggiamento che utilizzi??? In particolar modo sarei interessato a sapere che tastiere hai nel video.
Grazie mille. Sembravano anche a me queste tastiere. Non che non mi fidi di te (ripeto, pensavo anch'io che fossero quelle 2) ma spero in una conferma diretta del grande Alex.
DUDE! You are for sure the best keyboar player on the world! Im serious. It's sad that people such you are underestimated ;\ ;\ ;\
Amazing arranges and compositions, I don't know - maybe for Italians it's just native, because they are the founders of all classical music, and moreover all theory of music. All music terms are in Italian, so there must be something in it!
And now, after three hundred years, they are still awesome!
this guy is so sick, really carrying the torch for jazz fusion and prog keys these days. audio a little out of sync but great playing from a great album
grandissimo...il tuo disco l'ho semplicemente polverizzato..oltre al fatto che ci ho messo una vita per tirare giù ad orecchio la prima parte di questa canzone!! che dire....impressionante da vedere e da ascoltare
toh, mi farebbe piacere incontrare il tizio che inizia a suonare...bello, pulito, esecuzione ottima ma non lo trovo discograficamente collocabile. PER ME E' NO!
@marcoguitar80 Bello il brano, molto energico, buona musica, ma anche io come MarcoGuitar80, penso che il disco sia vendibile solamente in alcune parti del mondo, come ALASKA, MAcedonia, Isole Fiji, Isola di Pasqua....per me è NO!
Thanks Jordie for watching my poor quality video..I promise I will buy an HD camera soon..or better..send me an HD camera as present for my next birthday LOL
beeeast 0_0
Keys1500 2 months ago
ey ey,,, please tell me: How do I do that kind of lead?
i really need it :)
FucknoRene 4 months ago
@FucknoRene You buy a Roland JD-800 ;)
bingodrummer 1 month ago
i love the rhythm from 0:49 - 1:00 SO MUCH!!! the solo is absolute Genius! :D Can't wait for your next album
OliverMazur 4 months ago
I was listening to the fusion radio while studying physics at work (don't tell my boss) and one of your songs came on. It was so amazing, I took your name down and found you now. The song was Groovus In Fabula. Definitely getting the album!
arthurthegreat 5 months ago
you're amazing Alex!! Could you upload the solo extract from the song "Embrace to the World"? I've tried to learn it but it's so difficult lol
Haxen9918 5 months ago
Ногебатор!1
asfdafsaff 8 months ago
You and Marco inspire me to no end.
allhailpantera123 10 months ago
This album was amazing, I bought it when it came out and i NEVER buy cds, I cant wait for a new one, I will surely buy that too, just an incredible monster player
ionvortex 10 months ago
album is just genius
EGO
argento is so underrated its crazy
check out EMBRACE TO THE WORLD, song is epic and ethereal. best guitar and keyboard solos on the album no doubt
Utubesuxmycock 10 months ago
where can I get your album, Alex?? I really want to get it. You've created a new style, it's a jazzy progressive metal, whichh I love!! Cheers
Greetings from Spain, Rafa
rafauleciaelcarpio 10 months ago
that's great,
i like your solo album very much
keep up the good work
vandelay21 11 months ago
Hello Alex... I just downloaded EGO from iTunes and MAN you are something special. I am just blown away at your use of keyboards, tones...especially your organ tone, synth solos and writing. You are a true Genius and just a joy to listen too. At 53 years old and remembering when I had to play all the parts because there was no midi, I dare say you have raised the bar tremendously and I`m a fan for life. Can`t wait for the next CD! Glad it`s in the making. Mad respect 4 ya!! Imani Z!
elovesmika 11 months ago
I find U cause U are only Jordan friend on YT :D but U're so good :D
BangVanCoop 1 year ago
omg ..... THAT LEAD .... i'm trying to program it for over 2 years and i cant :(
alexmatrix1995 1 year ago
You ROCK!!
tsukimiotoko 1 year ago
Any plans on a second album?
I just have to say, in a guitarists perspective i find your playing the most influencial and relatable keyboardist ive heard so far. You have alot of great lines that sound just crazy when played on guitar also helps with improv, like on syncronal steps theres tonnes of ideas that can played just over a Dm chord. I think i speak for everyone here when i say we can't wait for more.
maxomilian 1 year ago
@maxomilian Hi , the second album is in the making...slowly, but in the making. Thanks a lot for your interest!
alexargento 1 year ago 9
@alexargento about the album
please tell me your working with marco again!
Utubesuxmycock 10 months ago
..brilliant playing!
johnf852 1 year ago
MONSTER STUFF bro Amazing f@#$#@^ stuff....... way to go
nerrypinto 1 year ago
Damn Alex, what happened to your beautiful long hair? :P
-Brett
kurzweilfreak 1 year ago
Alex, I just love your album so much! I am really picky about the musical I listen to, especially modern music since most of it is so bland and heartless, but your album ego is quite the exception! I just can't stop listening to it! It has some what I feel are timeless melodies and tunes. I seriously can't wait for the next album! I think in a few hundred years from now when musicologist are looking back at music of this period they will pick up on the true emotions you have displayed!
chucknips 1 year ago
@chucknips Thanks for the nice comment! :-)
alexargento 1 year ago
Great! It's very jordan rudess, the music itself rather than the solo
ceilingkatt 1 year ago
Great solo !! fantastic
Jadguitare 1 year ago
Dude!! What's up, haven't talk to u since I asked about your method last on myspace, asked you if u slowed things down to record then speeded it up, but u told me no, just practice practice...anyway good to see the extract of this solo, I'm all over that Bm thing too! But what's your pitch bend set at?? whole step?
douglong77 1 year ago
me like...great player...i hear chick in there...
JESSIETEXAS 1 year ago
yeah, grande alex!
anthonypanebianco22 1 year ago
I like Rick Wakeman, this its very good! Thanks!
Meternych 1 year ago
awesome!!!
grandma mary
Fr3derick 1 year ago
Amazing...
MrJimmyBlues 1 year ago
Genius Solos! Bravo man.
mitsostasi 1 year ago
Alex, will we be seeing a new solo album at any time in the future? Your playing is fantastic!
Keyboardzrock 1 year ago
Alex, you're absolutely amazing, I love all your work.
54NT14G0 1 year ago
BEL FENOMENO COMPLIMENTI!!!!!!!!!!
GIULSAV 1 year ago
holy shit!!!
completley amazing!!!
thanks for sending me this video!!!
mulanovich 1 year ago
Bella brò!:)
MarkBasileRock 1 year ago
this video convinced me to buy your album. great stuff.
bostoys 2 years ago 12
Great playing! - The only thing is this synth sound seems to be more or less copied from Jens Johansson, who used it alot in the 90's, like on the JJH "Heavy Machinery" album. But Alex is a much better player than Jens.
progjazzfusion 2 years ago
@progjazzfusion wtf Jens is freaking better
iziarraputegui 2 years ago
@progjazzfusion : Sorry man, I've removed your post unintentionally..I wanted to reply to your comments but I've clicked the "remove" button instead of "reply" LOL
Anyway...first of all I want to thank you all you guys for your great comments and support...it really means a lot to me, really.
Second: I don't think there is a "better" player more than another. Jens in an amazing player and I really like his playing and I'm honoured to be compared to a musician like him.
alexargento 2 years ago
He simply followed a different musical genre (with Stratovarius) compared to mine. His solos fit perfectly on the tunes he usually play on. I'm also sure he would play great on a different style of music (like prog or fusion) and his musical phrasings would be completely different from his usual metal stuff.
So I think there is no sense to compare two musicians in general, especially when they play different genres. just my two cents ;)
Peace!
alexargento 2 years ago
That's cool, I know what you mean...I know there really is no better/best in art or music, as it's all subjective, and one player may fit one style more than another. But that said, I think most guys dont see you and jens as being in different genres...they just think it's all prog metal, but I hear you as more fusion and jens as more metal. I guess you vs Jens is like asking people about Sherinian vs Rudess. pointless arguing ensues. (sherinian in planet X or his solo albums is my preference).
progjazzfusion 2 years ago
@alexargento Sorry man for saying "Jens is freaking better" in that way... it is rude, I am sorry. I admire, as a keyboard aprentice, your work and Jens' work too. However, i have followed Jens' more, and i think that valorating him only by his work with Stratovarius or Yngwie Malmsteen is wrong, obviously he's playing what people want him to play. I admire his work with his brother, Anders, or Jonas Hellborg, in CDs like "E" or "Fission"
iziarraputegui 1 year ago
@iziarraputegui I also admire Jan Johansson's work (his father), who plays traditional songs in a... Jazzy way, it's lovely.
Nevertheless, i hope you accept my apologies, and i wish you gived me some advices about keyboards, techniques, and that stuff.
:)
iziarraputegui 1 year ago
very progressive
maciekfingerstyle 2 years ago
That's a fusion powerhouse right there.
What a monster :)
I really love the phrasing and the smoothness of this entire solo.
sinewavealex 2 years ago
Ahh man! I have to get your CD!
lone1980 2 years ago
Personally Alex Argento is one of my favourite keyboard players. From a guitar players perspective, his playing sounds like how someone would phrase it on a guitar and he can nail the blues. I love the geyboard and guitar trade off solos on sunset lights
Alexkvx10 2 years ago
The best keyboard player EVER!!!!
No one has ever impressed me that much ..
Thank you for EGO!!
terminalfm 2 years ago 2
Rudess is better but that's not saying Alex is bad...cause he's fucking incredible.
kevbo67 2 years ago
@kevbo67 Music is not a competition!!! Music is lenguaje!!!! Any Musicians have a diferent lenguaje!!! Please dont put comments like this!!!
Is like I say Vitalij is better than Rudess in a Rudess video!!! (Is not the case)
Now whe are watching a Alex Argento Video to view his skills, not to compare to another musicians!!!
julneojazz 1 year ago
sei troppo bravo
cettorosso 2 years ago
love it!
thet180 2 years ago
every time I see this I like it so much more.....you just smoke it man......
krisdofernates 2 years ago
exelente musica wn.. .de verdad your amazing ^^
Necromicom6 2 years ago
Very cool music !
atmegagigaman 2 years ago
Alex you're definitively one of the best new keyboard players around. I have your album and to my opinion, it's a masterpiece and a MUST HAVE to everyone who like this kind of playing. I head it every day! I hope you could post more videos of your album's songs and solos. Keep the good work man!!
jerrydbz 2 years ago
Alex.......really nice playing. Very fluid and relaxed. I really enjoyed the clip!
linsk78 2 years ago
Sei assolutamente il migliore, hai tanta creatività e ricchezza compositiva, ti auguro una carriera di infiniti successi, e poi se il Gran Maestro delle tastiere JCRUDESS lo conferma allora non ci sono dubbi!!! Tutto EGO 5/5.
Grazie per le emozioni che ci trasmetti...
raymondothedoors 2 years ago
Freaking tasty :-)
DisruptepMind 2 years ago
your album is great my friend.i think your music is a pure inspiration for all the fusion players in this world.thanks for inspiration
mario404 2 years ago
this is truly one of the songs that live up to its title ;P
dmnxCGi 2 years ago
Unreal man.
So amazing
ComfortablyNumbed 2 years ago
yeah Sound's GREAT!!!!
Guyomproject 2 years ago
Alex you are a genius! I have just got my hands on EGO, and i must say it is amazing. I'm loving the work with Tom Quayle on Adam Nitti's new album too. Such an inspiring player!
guitarjakku 2 years ago
genius.
fumaidavide 2 years ago
Great to see you playing, finally!! :)
New haircut? :D
murisv 2 years ago
Grandissimo Alex!!! Ho ascoltato il tuo CD un'infinità di volte. Sei bravissimo e anche i musicisti che hai scelto sono niente male :P Avrei una domanda... Potresti dirci l'equipaggiamento che utilizzi??? In particolar modo sarei interessato a sapere che tastiere hai nel video.
AlexDelPieroAleAle 2 years ago
in questo video ci sono due tastiere: Korg Trinity in alto (non so se V3 o meno) e Roland JD800 in basso, che Alex usa per il suono di lead.
fumaidavide 2 years ago
Grazie mille. Sembravano anche a me queste tastiere. Non che non mi fidi di te (ripeto, pensavo anch'io che fossero quelle 2) ma spero in una conferma diretta del grande Alex.
AlexDelPieroAleAle 2 years ago
Ciao,
le tastiere sono proprio quelle: Korg Trinity Plus e Roland JD800...cmq puoi vedere la mia strumentazione completa direttamente sul mio sito.
CIao!
alexargento 2 years ago
that was awesome man!! love that lead sound.
rickyggarcia 2 years ago
Thanks bro! :-)
alexargento 2 years ago
finalmente su youtube...
mi fa piacere vedertj qui. bellissimo il tuo disco. a proposito: quando il secondo?
daddonet 2 years ago
upload more!
you rock!
mztA3 2 years ago
DUDE! You are for sure the best keyboar player on the world! Im serious. It's sad that people such you are underestimated ;\ ;\ ;\
Amazing arranges and compositions, I don't know - maybe for Italians it's just native, because they are the founders of all classical music, and moreover all theory of music. All music terms are in Italian, so there must be something in it!
And now, after three hundred years, they are still awesome!
Hardkorpro 2 years ago
Great song and great solo!!!
Keep shining Alex!!!
AleBenvenuti 2 years ago
I rated this 4 by accident, but you should know that i deserves 5!!!! I love this proggy part in the song.
AySay1015 2 years ago
Awesome song, i love that solo! Great skills there man.
XXxXxXXCLOUDXXxXxXX 2 years ago
FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!
5/5, you fucking rule my friend, I was having breakfast but splashed my cornflakes all around- damn you LOL!!!
SO AWESOME to see you play on YouTube,PLEASE keep posting-
Your biggest French fan Viv
smellymetal 2 years ago 2
Bravo Alex, ho letto delle tue collaborazioni con Donati, Nitti e Marcello......nsignamuci cosa vuol dire suonare alla "palermitana" ;-)
Keep on this way!
Dario
Platens 2 years ago
Alex is a god
iamrichlol 2 years ago 2
Awesome, bro! Rock on!!! ;)
Vlakey 2 years ago
this guy is so sick, really carrying the torch for jazz fusion and prog keys these days. audio a little out of sync but great playing from a great album
entropiastrife 2 years ago
Grande Argento
strapponetwork 2 years ago 2
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thunderzoci 2 years ago
Alex....this song and your solo kill man.....
really love your writing.....
totally bad-ass my friend.....
K R I S D O F E R N A T E S
krisdofernates 2 years ago
ogni tanto bisogna essere orgogliosi di essere italiani...
enri5s 2 years ago
ti amo
ColdplayInLuigis 2 years ago 2
Mitico Alex! :D buona fortuna per i progetti futuri
gioj93 2 years ago
this solo is great!!
Your synth patch its also awesome!
IndigosCinema 2 years ago
DUDE! Very nicely done - I love it :) Your keyboard skills sicken me hehe.
chimpspanner 2 years ago
C'addecolli.....sei tritolo....sulla tastiera c'abboli......si megghiu i pelè........:-)
ciccio è stefano
1arsonica 2 years ago
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fumaidavide 2 years ago
Excelent man! i love the soung of this song!
MarcosAmbrosi 2 years ago
You are a fucking genius !!!
tziras 2 years ago
grandissimo...il tuo disco l'ho semplicemente polverizzato..oltre al fatto che ci ho messo una vita per tirare giù ad orecchio la prima parte di questa canzone!! che dire....impressionante da vedere e da ascoltare
universalmind3000 2 years ago
Troppe note
ahahah
OppessantaDrosalia che soletta, va :D
Venzafire 2 years ago
Yeah! That's the man!
zampuk 2 years ago
Amazing... So cool
johanaavit 2 years ago
toh, mi farebbe piacere incontrare il tizio che inizia a suonare...bello, pulito, esecuzione ottima ma non lo trovo discograficamente collocabile. PER ME E' NO!
marcoguitar80 2 years ago 7
@marcoguitar80 Bello il brano, molto energico, buona musica, ma anche io come MarcoGuitar80, penso che il disco sia vendibile solamente in alcune parti del mondo, come ALASKA, MAcedonia, Isole Fiji, Isola di Pasqua....per me è NO!
Your
Ezio Citelli
vocidinotte 1 year ago
@marcoguitar80 io lo conosco. bazzica su youtube col nick marcoguitar80... ;)
daddonet 1 year ago
Amazing work!!!! 'ºoº
VAI666 2 years ago
ur the best, alex!!
quati 2 years ago
Veramente uno spettacolo...complimenti..
5/5 ovviamente!
SLiMDrummer 2 years ago 2
You Rock !!!!
in2wishn 2 years ago 2
Tu non sei normale..
Sto video me lo sto riguardando palate di voltee
Fonzydrum88 2 years ago 2
Qui se c'è qualcuno non normale è chi si continua a vedere PALATE di volte il video :D
alexargento 2 years ago
i love it
PlugInBabyy 2 years ago 2
Keyboard Hero!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Space4Keys 2 years ago 3
Dude, this solo and the whole album are so good! I still get blown away every time I listen to it. Can't wait for the next one!
Hope you're well my friend!!
Tom
tq105 2 years ago
Great job Alex!! Keep up the great work!
antoinefafard 2 years ago
A che serve commentare????
Sbalorditivo!!!!!!!!
Fonzydrum88 2 years ago
It's about time, Alex. Great to see you showcase your work on here!
-C
virgildonaticom 2 years ago 2
wooow!
greaaat video alex!
thanx for sending!
keep uploading! :D
Regards,
Jose Mesta
mztA3 2 years ago 2
this is awesome, very good solo!
SwimmingInReverie 2 years ago 2
miticooooooooooooooooooo alex.5 stelle sempre e comunque
malause 2 years ago 2
Che solo ragazzi...
TheGreyMaster 2 years ago 2
wonderfull alex..;0..
joopwolters123 2 years ago 3
Very Tasty my friend!!
JCRUDESS 2 years ago 20
Tha Master have spoken! :-))
Thanks Jordie for watching my poor quality video..I promise I will buy an HD camera soon..or better..send me an HD camera as present for my next birthday LOL
Respect!
alexargento 2 years ago
Figata assoluta!!
subjulio 2 years ago 3
Bravo!
Rock on!
danielpiqueofficial 2 years ago 3
grandissimo, devastante
Gianibanez87 2 years ago 3
great¡¡¡¡
RomuloGDO 2 years ago 3
very good indeed, one of my favourite solos..
locobeis 2 years ago 3
Finally!!!!!!!!! BRAVOOOOO, bravisimoooo! just awesome amico!!!! thanks thanks thanks thanks thanks :)
persini 2 years ago 2