dude, i just got my ESP. its fucking great. i was inspired by this guy. well, kris and slash. i just dont understand how they pick so fast on one string. it feels so impossible. cus it always hits the other strings when i do it. anybody wanna help me out? just got my guitar. and turnin 14 this august :)
It's always funny to me when people get on youtube and bitch out each other. Like it really matters. I think this guys music is outstanding and I don't care if anyone else likes it or not. I like it, and thats all that matters to me. I hope to hear more from him. I also like Country, Blues, Classical, and even some rap. I like music and do not limit myself to just one style.
is tbere a tab for this pice anywhere i would really enjoy it if someone could help me out i need somethin to play that would blow peoples minds and i think this is it
Honestly, the guy is a master at typing. However, his vibrato and especially his attack on bends and sustain in general (intricate portions of improv especially on ballad-esque progressions like this one) leaves me wanting more.
Sorry if I come off douchebag like, but his concern with typing makes him come off exploring his technical capabilities rather than giving a total sense of climax within his solo.
Anyone who thinks I am bashing...needs to get themselves checked.
I think that it's because of the note choices he makes. He never ends a shred on the tonic, or on a more common fifth, for example. In this vid he's always chosing some minor/arabian scales wich leaves really an open ground for "more".
How long will the DVD be avaliable for purchase? And will I still be able to buy it when you guys are on tour? I know I can get it early July, but Darkest Hour's first show is on the 9th.
An older LTD MH model. The closest thing 2 that avable now is the MH-250(with trem) or the MH-1000(with trem) and with out the trem there's the MHNT-400. If ur looking at one with the trem go with the 1000 if u have the money but if u don't go with the 250 and put grove tuners and EMG 81/85 combo and it sounds just as good.
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wtf. for being a professional guitarist. this is pretty bad. honestly, there is a lot of bedroom shredders out there that could improvise a hell of a lot better than this dude. nevertheless, demons is a dope song.
i wouldn't be dissing on his playing cause he probably has more talent and creativity in one finger than you in your entire body also shredding an entire song is so outdated. there's also a thing called melody and i believe this is quite melodic and if you listen to deliver us all the way through you'll see he's a lot better than you're implying.
i love how people on youtube act like they know so much shit about guitar. have you ever heard me play? no...just because i dont make videos for youtube does not make me a bad player...the licks in this song do not flow and he resolve to the tonic at akward moments.
no, thats just stupid. im not going to make a video to provide support for a comment i made on youtube...i had a video up a while back but i took it down
i highly doubt that. look at his most recent videos. there's a difference between being good and great. he's a great guitarist because he can play his stuff as you hear it every time unlike say trivium? or dragonforce. i've made my point. i know you have your opinion and i respect that but dissing on another players style is completely idiotic cause everybody has their own thing.
i agree, but why are you even mentioning ppl like herman li and the guy from trivium? Im talking about REAL shred guitarists...Jason Becker, Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert, Vinnie Moore, John Petrucci, etc. He is a decent player, all im sayin is that he has got a long way to go..
about the trivium and herman li thing they're mentioned as if they're gods and they're way sloppier than guys like kris norris and paul waggoner of btbam who are phenomenal live.
old-timer?? Um..hes like 40 maybe...I didn't say he was better than everyone else, however, there is no question he is more a knowledge and technical composer and player than kris norris...and i had a video up but i had accidently deleted it...ill make one soon.
Im going to have to agree with Agath, different guitarist have different skills and styles of playing. I wouldnt compare Steve and Kris as they both do not play the same type of music. Steve's good at what he does, Kris is good at what he does, but you simply cant compare the two.
Theres a line between voicing your opinion and being an ass and your first comment that started this all was pretty much on the side of being an ass. So if youre going to voice your opinion, do it right.
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Yeah it may have came off harsh...
All i am saying is that he sounds amateur in this video and there are unsigned musicians with A LOT more talent. Example, search Chris Feener on youtube
But yeah as a final note, you have to realize this isn't really made to show off skills and such. This is off of his instructional DVD if i am correct, probably an example he threw in there to help people better understand what he's teaching. Im planning on ordering this soon so i'll find out for myself.
Ah lmao. Wow man, you are the biggest idiot i've ever come across. But all in all you're just another asshole looking for a fight for some attention. I dont give a flying fuck what you think about my music. I just dont understand why you have to be such an asshole, and 53 years old? C'mon now. If you think Vai's so much better then stop talking shit about Kris and just leave, shit. Is it that hard?
actually, yes I did if you would read through the comments that's how this all started. I'm not saying his playing sucks, it just sounds amature in my opinion.
Ok, the only place i see you mention anything about amateur is when you started defending yourself. But im finished here, this is pointless. As i stated to others before, and will to you. this is off his instructional dvd, this probably isnt meant to show off his improvising skills, but more to demo what he's teaching in the dvd.
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Hey drlaza how about you fuck off. You don't know anything about guitar do you? Do you even play? No. probably not, you listen to this emo-metal shit like Darkest Hour and think norris is hot shit soloing in the minor pentatonic scale. Look Out!
yes i do play the guitar and you know nothing about music. darkest hour = emo metal? stupid fukin idiot.. all ur comments have thumbs down, who are you to decide who has talent and who doesnt? and if you want to know wha i listen to its aild caliban fearmythoughts and darkest hour. you have no videos no name and ur prifile says ur 53 years old. so.. you fuck off newb noob
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ooo Fear my thoughts. I bet you like Avenged Sevenfold as well and wear a spiked wristband and eyeliner. MY comments have thumbs down because all the real guitarists are watching Vai vids but I thought I'd give this video a try and left my opinion. As yes I am 53 years old you moron.
no i dont like avenged sevenfold. and you dont speak like a 53 year old person, much more like a 13 year old wow-addicted. and um.. please if you think this guys amateur or sounds as, make a video and let us see you, if you are really 53 and better than him
@3510211 You may just be the most immature 53 year old I've ever come across. Hopefully you can stop talking trash about Kris and just praise your own guitar idols, whoever they may be.
You won't change anyone's mind by being close minded yourself..think about that.
no, if it were a 1000 it would have abalone binding all around. MHNT stands for Mirage (headstock) Horizon (body) No Tremolo. it looke like it has a floating bridge so its an MH for sure.
that's what my room looks like, empty beers, computer, guitar and amp lol what's a good way to make and replay backing tracks... something i should get on to start learning some improv.
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chuch norris is gonna kick you in the balls for saying that..if it hasn't happened yet it's because chuck norris already in the future and did it and that is going to be the way you die..
You are utterly, and completely stupid for saying that. Chuck Norris simply only played a badass on Walker texas Ranger or whatever. And I do not have balls to be kicked in. So, check yourself. kthnksbye.
seriously i cant believe you said kris norris is cliche, hes one of the best out there right now with very unique style, kris you own and so does darkest hour, theyre a big influence on my stuff, this is sick btw
Nice technique,and good manners.. but your licks and phrasing are still a bit green, try to listen to other kinds of music to go beyond those pentatonic cliches..
dude, i just got my ESP. its fucking great. i was inspired by this guy. well, kris and slash. i just dont understand how they pick so fast on one string. it feels so impossible. cus it always hits the other strings when i do it. anybody wanna help me out? just got my guitar. and turnin 14 this august :)
runescapesidemona 8 months ago
seems as if you were expessin your feelins on guitar after a few beers i see in the back. nice.
1stdeadpresident 1 year ago
i want an ltd!H?
salsaladin888 1 year ago
no wtf get laid
joefloro 1 year ago
I want to know how people pick with ust their thumb.. Everyone how does it is super good...
anonymous564 2 years ago
It's always funny to me when people get on youtube and bitch out each other. Like it really matters. I think this guys music is outstanding and I don't care if anyone else likes it or not. I like it, and thats all that matters to me. I hope to hear more from him. I also like Country, Blues, Classical, and even some rap. I like music and do not limit myself to just one style.
whitelinedrifter 2 years ago 3
Lack of vibrato or indicating any sort of attack other than standard.
Siddmaniac 2 years ago
haha even though I dont agree I fucking LOLed at that comment. Im gonna give you thumbs up for that, not your opinion ;)
Karolinee 2 years ago
hey do you have this jam track i learned that main part by ear and figured the modes,love the way it sounds i wanna play with the track....
RaspberryJams69 2 years ago
kris norris you are fucking awsome!!!!!!:) i really... love how you play the guitar
theasylumgirl15 2 years ago
How could someone listen to the music of Kris Norris all day, and not be content with the world.
nightwhatchman 2 years ago
yada, yada, yada, waka, waka
Unloadedx5 2 years ago
fuck you man! if your talking about John Henry he dose awesome vocals
Unloadedx5 2 years ago 3
Kris Norris' sound is amazing. I love it. I still think he should have stayed with Dh though oh well
JimminyJim 2 years ago 4
it's about time he left darkest hour and made his own band i bet it's going to be a badass band.
retardsrwe 2 years ago
not band, more of a solo project
Plazma896 2 years ago
yea it is lol. but it is brutal.
espf100monsterman 2 years ago
he didnt start a band he started a solo project and hes filling in for god forbid
DarkestHour47 2 years ago
2:07 to 2:10 sounded sick
guitaplaya1494 2 years ago
i like how he uses the bridge pickup it sounds so sick!
copeman89 2 years ago
kris norris...I ENVY YOUR GUITAR TONE!
UntamedWalrus 2 years ago
...I really hope you're not talking about his tone in this video...
MSkwar 2 years ago
i want u inside me
ujustgotdropped 3 years ago
is tbere a tab for this pice anywhere i would really enjoy it if someone could help me out i need somethin to play that would blow peoples minds and i think this is it
allXthatXremainss 3 years ago
wow, theres so much emotion it's awesome, kris is amazing XDD!!!
JeenyusSG 3 years ago 3
Good playing, but i dont think that the fast parts are good in this case..
sendercage 3 years ago
Honestly, the guy is a master at typing. However, his vibrato and especially his attack on bends and sustain in general (intricate portions of improv especially on ballad-esque progressions like this one) leaves me wanting more.
Sorry if I come off douchebag like, but his concern with typing makes him come off exploring his technical capabilities rather than giving a total sense of climax within his solo.
Anyone who thinks I am bashing...needs to get themselves checked.
Siddmaniac 3 years ago 5
i completeley understand what ur getting at, my only possible explanation is that he cant help himself hes too metal hahaha
ujustgotdropped 3 years ago
I think that it's because of the note choices he makes. He never ends a shred on the tonic, or on a more common fifth, for example. In this vid he's always chosing some minor/arabian scales wich leaves really an open ground for "more".
Or at least this is my explanation ;)
RockTrevize 3 years ago
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Siddmaniac 3 years ago
damn i want those dvds :P
metalpunk89 3 years ago
Go Big K cola! Oh and Kris was good too!
crappyuij7 3 years ago
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search chris feener on youtube. is he better than kris norris? yes. is he "famous"? no. and neither is kris norris.
3510211 3 years ago
is it important? famous or not. he groove thats the matter. just listen to him and forget the rest.
iwsimn 3 years ago
god dam....wish i could tabs for that intro........i have some tabs if anyone wants 2 trade?//...........
frost4200 3 years ago
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im not 53 moron and i could improvise better than this hack.
3510211 3 years ago
Do it then.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago
Thats why your fan base is bigger than Darkest Hour, right?
fiction410 3 years ago
How long will the DVD be avaliable for purchase? And will I still be able to buy it when you guys are on tour? I know I can get it early July, but Darkest Hour's first show is on the 9th.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago
Does anyone know what guitar he is using?
GottaKetchumAll 3 years ago
An older LTD MH model. The closest thing 2 that avable now is the MH-250(with trem) or the MH-1000(with trem) and with out the trem there's the MHNT-400. If ur looking at one with the trem go with the 1000 if u have the money but if u don't go with the 250 and put grove tuners and EMG 81/85 combo and it sounds just as good.
atreyu1414 3 years ago
And ltd MH-400NT
bloodstruck0 3 years ago
YOU ARE FUCKING AWESOME!!! i get of alot of guitar inspiration from your playing
DARKEST HOUR 4life!!!
seanSHRED87 3 years ago 2
i love the way he picks at the really fast parts it looks so smooth
schecter20 3 years ago
Kris is one of my favorite guitarists of all time.
workshopV 3 years ago 3
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wtf. for being a professional guitarist. this is pretty bad. honestly, there is a lot of bedroom shredders out there that could improvise a hell of a lot better than this dude. nevertheless, demons is a dope song.
3510211 3 years ago
i wouldn't be dissing on his playing cause he probably has more talent and creativity in one finger than you in your entire body also shredding an entire song is so outdated. there's also a thing called melody and i believe this is quite melodic and if you listen to deliver us all the way through you'll see he's a lot better than you're implying.
brandon5pennies 3 years ago
i love how people on youtube act like they know so much shit about guitar. have you ever heard me play? no...just because i dont make videos for youtube does not make me a bad player...the licks in this song do not flow and he resolve to the tonic at akward moments.
3510211 3 years ago
okay then post a video or show me video with better playing.
brandon5pennies 3 years ago
no, thats just stupid. im not going to make a video to provide support for a comment i made on youtube...i had a video up a while back but i took it down
3510211 3 years ago
it's stupid to insult another musicians playing. if you can play better than by all means do so but i highly doubt you can back that.
brandon5pennies 3 years ago
i garuntee you I could play better, if not easily as good.
3510211 3 years ago
i highly doubt that. look at his most recent videos. there's a difference between being good and great. he's a great guitarist because he can play his stuff as you hear it every time unlike say trivium? or dragonforce. i've made my point. i know you have your opinion and i respect that but dissing on another players style is completely idiotic cause everybody has their own thing.
brandon5pennies 3 years ago
i agree, but why are you even mentioning ppl like herman li and the guy from trivium? Im talking about REAL shred guitarists...Jason Becker, Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert, Vinnie Moore, John Petrucci, etc. He is a decent player, all im sayin is that he has got a long way to go..
3510211 3 years ago
that i can agree with you but those guys have been around for ages. his talent is undeniable i think you can at least agree on that right?
brandon5pennies 3 years ago
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i looked at his recent videos...his sweeping is slightly sloppy. im talking about improvising...this solo right here is boring.
3510211 3 years ago
about the trivium and herman li thing they're mentioned as if they're gods and they're way sloppier than guys like kris norris and paul waggoner of btbam who are phenomenal live.
brandon5pennies 3 years ago
buddy shut the fuck up.
everyone has a different playing style and that makes them great.
I hate Steve Vai's music.
I hate it.
But at least I can admit that he is an amazing guitarist.
So shut the fuck up and get a life.
agathonabla 3 years ago 2
are you fucked in the dome? vai would have fucking destroyed on this chord progression. this video right here sounds amature.
3510211 3 years ago
Vai is a fucking old-timer.
He had some good skills.
But that doesn't automatically make him better than everyone else.
It really doesn't sound amateur.
I'd love to hear you play you moron.
I'l bet your no wheres near Kris' skill.
agathonabla 3 years ago
old-timer?? Um..hes like 40 maybe...I didn't say he was better than everyone else, however, there is no question he is more a knowledge and technical composer and player than kris norris...and i had a video up but i had accidently deleted it...ill make one soon.
3510211 3 years ago
Im going to have to agree with Agath, different guitarist have different skills and styles of playing. I wouldnt compare Steve and Kris as they both do not play the same type of music. Steve's good at what he does, Kris is good at what he does, but you simply cant compare the two.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago
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meh this video sounds amateur IMO...
3510211 3 years ago
Theres a line between voicing your opinion and being an ass and your first comment that started this all was pretty much on the side of being an ass. So if youre going to voice your opinion, do it right.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago 2
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Yeah it may have came off harsh...
All i am saying is that he sounds amateur in this video and there are unsigned musicians with A LOT more talent. Example, search Chris Feener on youtube
3510211 3 years ago
But yeah as a final note, you have to realize this isn't really made to show off skills and such. This is off of his instructional DVD if i am correct, probably an example he threw in there to help people better understand what he's teaching. Im planning on ordering this soon so i'll find out for myself.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago
perform a better one fucking idiot
drlaza 3 years ago
What the fuck? Id like to see you make something even remotely close to this.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago
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Dude, just shut the the fuck up. You listen to Bullet For My Valentine for christsake. come back when you discover real music.
3510211 3 years ago
Ah lmao. Wow man, you are the biggest idiot i've ever come across. But all in all you're just another asshole looking for a fight for some attention. I dont give a flying fuck what you think about my music. I just dont understand why you have to be such an asshole, and 53 years old? C'mon now. If you think Vai's so much better then stop talking shit about Kris and just leave, shit. Is it that hard?
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago 3
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im not being an asshole i just said the video sounded amature and all you darkesthour faggot fan boys started to rage.
3510211 3 years ago
And no, youre not voicing an opinion, you didnt state that this sounded amateur. You were just being an asshole.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago 2
actually, yes I did if you would read through the comments that's how this all started. I'm not saying his playing sucks, it just sounds amature in my opinion.
3510211 3 years ago
Ok, the only place i see you mention anything about amateur is when you started defending yourself. But im finished here, this is pointless. As i stated to others before, and will to you. this is off his instructional dvd, this probably isnt meant to show off his improvising skills, but more to demo what he's teaching in the dvd.
DarkestHourRock 3 years ago 3
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whatever man, keep playing those 5th chords.
3510211 3 years ago
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Hey drlaza how about you fuck off. You don't know anything about guitar do you? Do you even play? No. probably not, you listen to this emo-metal shit like Darkest Hour and think norris is hot shit soloing in the minor pentatonic scale. Look Out!
3510211 3 years ago
yes i do play the guitar and you know nothing about music. darkest hour = emo metal? stupid fukin idiot.. all ur comments have thumbs down, who are you to decide who has talent and who doesnt? and if you want to know wha i listen to its aild caliban fearmythoughts and darkest hour. you have no videos no name and ur prifile says ur 53 years old. so.. you fuck off newb noob
drlaza 3 years ago
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ooo Fear my thoughts. I bet you like Avenged Sevenfold as well and wear a spiked wristband and eyeliner. MY comments have thumbs down because all the real guitarists are watching Vai vids but I thought I'd give this video a try and left my opinion. As yes I am 53 years old you moron.
3510211 3 years ago
no i dont like avenged sevenfold. and you dont speak like a 53 year old person, much more like a 13 year old wow-addicted. and um.. please if you think this guys amateur or sounds as, make a video and let us see you, if you are really 53 and better than him
drlaza 3 years ago
@3510211 You may just be the most immature 53 year old I've ever come across. Hopefully you can stop talking trash about Kris and just praise your own guitar idols, whoever they may be.
You won't change anyone's mind by being close minded yourself..think about that.
JonnyZywiciel 2 years ago
@JonnyZywiciel You're a year too late bud and I am obviously not 53 years old. Give your head a shake.
3510211 2 years ago
You are one smart ass 54 year old. Or should I say 54 and a half? You seem primitive enough mind to say something like that.
JonnyZywiciel 2 years ago
@JonnyZywiciel okay dude thanks. see ya later
3510211 2 years ago
3510211 - "are you fucked in the dome? vai would have fucking destroyed on this chord progression. this video right here sounds amature. "
So suck his dick and get on with your life. If you don't like Darkest Hour or Kris Norris, google some porn or something.
fiction410 3 years ago
Can I like Darkest Hour and Google porn?
Killcows 2 years ago 26
Yes, you can like Darkest Hour AND Google porn.
:D
ERodriguez000 2 years ago 26
of course my good sir
DarkestHour47 2 years ago 4
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im dont really mean it BAD but its pretty mediocre playing for a professional.
3510211 3 years ago
no, if it were a 1000 it would have abalone binding all around. MHNT stands for Mirage (headstock) Horizon (body) No Tremolo. it looke like it has a floating bridge so its an MH for sure.
riggawaggel 4 years ago
i think its a 400 mhb nt ..
Franzel86 4 years ago
What guitar is he using?
Jurbe 4 years ago
pizzed my jants!
idaman723 4 years ago
Kris Norris and Mike Schleibaum are the two greatest guitarists ever.
Perfect harmonized sweeps, face melting solos, and the best composed melodic thrash ever made.
Darkest Hour pwns all.
Caseytello 4 years ago
Ive been watching DH for a LONG time now... They are by FAR my Fav. Metal Act. And I LOVE metal, all kinds.
I must say though, I have yet to see Mike do harmonized sweeps with kris. I think its just a rack mount...
Im not saying Mike/Kris couldn't. Ive just yet to hear it. Plus, Its not really the DH -groovy-vibe'...lol. IMO.
FastrTHNu 4 years ago
I saw him play with Darkest Hour two months ago.
Fucking amazing.
ERodriguez000 4 years ago
that's what my room looks like, empty beers, computer, guitar and amp lol what's a good way to make and replay backing tracks... something i should get on to start learning some improv.
P5ych00 4 years ago
kris norris would fuckin kick chuck norris in the balls
livingkodakmoment 4 years ago 6
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chuch norris is gonna kick you in the balls for saying that..if it hasn't happened yet it's because chuck norris already in the future and did it and that is going to be the way you die..
tfischer3420 4 years ago
You are utterly, and completely stupid for saying that. Chuck Norris simply only played a badass on Walker texas Ranger or whatever. And I do not have balls to be kicked in. So, check yourself. kthnksbye.
livingkodakmoment 4 years ago
come on now, it's fucking chuck noris man, chuck norris! dont fuck with chuck... lol
P5ych00 4 years ago
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I really dont like his tone here, It hasnt got like any sustain at all. I reckon his should put a bit of reverb on
Minihuse 4 years ago
yeah, alot of guys say the 6505s kill mesas, personally i wouldn't know cause i havent tried a mesa.
dimesatch 4 years ago
if you cant afford it, just save up, its not worth buying a shitty amp as a substitute, gota get the real thing!
dimesatch 4 years ago
amaaaaazing
htdrox07 4 years ago 2
yeah, that comment is very old, i actually ended up buying a 6505+ and it fucking destroys!
dimesatch 4 years ago
whats the name of this song?
xxc3lld4m4gexx 4 years ago
Were you influenced by Joe Satriani at one point?
asilaydying619 4 years ago
wow, that guys doesn't get NEARLY enough credit as he should
spikes150 4 years ago
probably something he made.
sirstickykey 4 years ago
..is this guy the next john petrucci?!
V8EATR 4 years ago
Kris should be WAAAAAAAY more popular than he is...he so much better than a lot of guitarists...
htdrox07 4 years ago
so Kris is using Peavey Jsx's now, good to see metal players promoting the amp, cause i play metal and im getting one
dimesatch 5 years ago
Kris is awesome, he's def one of my faves, I have a lot of influence in my style from him.
htdrox07 5 years ago
It's Beautiful.
QQD4 5 years ago
what's the name of the song that he's playing?
BOTCHED 5 years ago
nevermind i'm retarded...
BOTCHED 5 years ago
are you coming out with another darkest hour dvd by any chance?
kliffster 5 years ago
seriously i cant believe you said kris norris is cliche, hes one of the best out there right now with very unique style, kris you own and so does darkest hour, theyre a big influence on my stuff, this is sick btw
scoopymcgee 5 years ago
nice work man, great style, technique..
ProGuitarist1951 5 years ago
Gwydion2000 I can't believe your telling Kris Norris that you plays clichely, he is amazing just look at his bands songs darkest hour: on guitarpro.
slvrstnthb 5 years ago
Nice technique,and good manners.. but your licks and phrasing are still a bit green, try to listen to other kinds of music to go beyond those pentatonic cliches..
Gwydion2000 5 years ago
Hey Kris, great job man. Your a huge influnence. Thanks for the kindness and great show at the pound SF in March. Keep up the good work
warwick02 5 years ago
You = God
smiley669 5 years ago
Big K cola is the shit.
LastDanceMassacre 5 years ago
dude...wow. Beautiful.
kriss norris > chuck norris!!!
why are you so good!?
markojudas 5 years ago