Van Halen concept : " Land of the Lost " ( original )

[bnn82496]

Not bad dude! Lyrics need help but you can definitely shred!

[aaronbergAPB]

@bnn82496 Thanx a million. Have a great one!

[Strngs012]

To be honest I'll break it down into 2 catagories: Musically very good, lyrically a mess.

[aaronbergAPB]

@Strngs012 Thanx for the words here. I would agree, we'd done it quckly.

[fgerardohost]

Nice, nice job!

[econoroller]

You have the diamond Dave screams down man! nice job :)

[schismc]

This song has unique qualities. Superb timing, writing, guitar playing, vocals, and overall sound. Since you made it a tribute to Van Halen, a few similarities can be heard to Light Up The Sky, Loss of Control, Bullethead, Girl Gone Bad, and others; however, your skills at composing rock-solid originals can be heard above all else. Enjoyable, interesting, and worth listening to again and again. Thank you for sharing.

[aaronbergAPB]

@schismc Thanx a bunch on the comment here. I'm in tremendous transition and I'm not online much anymore. Too many IRL circumstances to see through. I truly appreciate your kind words and wish you all the very best in 2011. Regards, ApB

[HOOKAMONKY]

KICK ASS BRO!

[ebealienhead]

God Damn...Arron, you never fail to impress...Your skills are jaw dropping. You carry the torch for shredders the world over! Rock on man!

[aaronbergAPB]

@ebealienhead Very kind of you Dave. I appreciate your impression of my works. I hope that your week goes swimmingly sir. Play on, ApB

[GolasgilEldemar]

Any chance you can put up the music without the vocal track? It is all yours of course...but might have fun coming up with my own Dave sing over style to see where it could go. Dave always had this flair for writing over the complex rythym arrangements Ed had....Sammy just was never up to the task.

[aaronbergAPB]

@GolasgilEldemar I'm actually still developing the song a bit. Other things to add and some things to omit. I may post an instrumental version though. I told Ed to get Roth back and he didn't listen to me for years. Oh well, lost time. apb

[cincyrocked]

Interesting stuff but let's not forgot Dave was actually an extremely good vocalist back in the day-not to mention the trademark screams.

[aaronbergAPB]

@cincyrocked This is true. I'm sure this isn't distracting from that fact in any way. I would most certainly think those who follow VH know this. This is borderline spoof here and not taking anything seriously. This was for s's & g's and not to undermine the group. We're the joke, the band isn't.  apb

[toshredornottoshred]

Cracking song mate, great vocals and love the harmonics . . . .nailed it for sure.

[aaronbergAPB]

@toshredornottoshred Thanx much. We had a time putting this one down. We're glad that you took the time to listen sir and to get such a response is quite elating. Cheers mate,  ApB

[BellevueSuite]

Kick Ass Aaron!!

[aaronbergAPB]

@BellevueSuite A special thanks to my favorite unsigned group. Check out this link folks, they are on to something and something fierce. Thank you again my friends at The Suite! Love it, apb

[CrystalFawn]

Love those authentic "Roth screams"...LOL How many dive bombs did you do in this song?  Nice harmonics dude!

[aaronbergAPB]

@CrystalFawn Hello Crystal, you are funny. I really am bummed, 'cause I thought of the dive bombs after the fact. Hehe, I know where they would go. Lol, but honestly, doing this song just tickled the both of us. It's just a gas of a tune. Lou was probably terrifying his neighbors when he was laying down those screams. It was just a fantastic experience and full of fun. That's what it's all about. I do thank you for your most entertaining response. Love it, apb

[kls4life]

Great song, love the intro!!!

[aaronbergAPB]

@kls4life Thanx a bunch man. I had fun coming up with the riffs. I thought the tune needed a ED style intro and I knew harmonics where key with him. So I just did 3rd, 5th,7th,9th fret harmonic variations on the low E and the D string. It worked! Hehe, thanx again bro'. apb

[burnedoutgolfer]

Gotta love those opening harmonics! 2:40- 2:58 WOW! Great solo, nailed EVH tone and phrasing =) The singing was spot on too btw! Great tune =)

[aaronbergAPB]

@burnedoutgolfer Thanx much my friend. We enjoyed partaking in such an experiment sir. You're stellar yourself, keep it up!!! ApB

[kg4st]

Right-on!!....Very cool.....and very Van Halen.

[aaronbergAPB]

@kg4st We thank you for the most kind response. This concept piece was truly a joy to create and when it has achieved such positive reviews, it's a very nice feeling. Have a great week! Ciao

[rosesredvioletsblue]

amazing talent you have!!!! 10*

[aaronbergAPB]

@rosesredvioletsblue Thanx a million, We had fun writing and recording this concept piece. Blessings, apb

[lauriemonk]

apologies for the delay... loving that solo... keep up the good work!

[aaronbergAPB]

@lauriemonk No problems with the delay sir. Thanx for gracing the vid' with your presence. If you like the solo? Then 'tis good. Thanx a million Laurie

[MonsterZeroo]

Touch down bro!! This fooken RAWKS. You got the T-Rex runnin for cover with that smoken lead ....sheet! You both did a great job with this fun tune. Congrats!

rog

[aaronbergAPB]

@MonsterZeroo Thanx Rog, we truly appreciate your comment. You're a monster of rock yourself. Cool about the T-Rex runnin' from the solo. I really enjoyed making the song with Lou. Cheers " Clink "

[aaronbergAPB]

@muscritic80 Sorry I lost your comment here while editing my own. YT is full of destructive editing possibilities. Lol, Thank you for the props. I really appreciate such. That is excellent to hear. Muchas Gracias, apb

[muscritiq80]

@aaronbergAPB No probs, all is cool.

[aaronbergAPB]

@muscritiq80 Thanx much. I'm picky about my typos and such. I hit the removal button on the wrong comment. I meant to remove mine, to paste, correct and repost. Thanx again, apb

[aaronbergAPB]

From muscritic80 ( removed by accident ) Good one Aaron, it's rockin', love your playing, the singer's good too.

Keep inventing bro, i'm a big fan of your music, ciao.

[guitarjerry1126]

Freakin great Van Halen Vibe, Aaron!! Very cool,bro! Lovin it!

Jerry

[aaronbergAPB]

@guitarjerry1126 I'm glad you enjoyed this concept piece. We had quite the time creating such, indeed. One cannot truly recreate VH but two gave it a run for s's and g's. Thanx again and have a great week. Hasta

[mommarox2]

oh yeah, this rox, fantastic song and music.

love it

endless starz

[aaronbergAPB]

@mommarox2 Thanx much young lady. We appreciate your kindness and support. You are most entertaining and expressive yourself. Have a great week and keep up the excellent work there. Cheers, apb

[Inferno1092000]

anothe awesom video by APB sounds gread. props to the singer Lou you sound great on the mic great screaming. i have to listen to this again right now!!1

[aaronbergAPB]

@Inferno1092000 Lou did do a fabulous job on this one. He made the song come to life. I recorded much of the music with VH in mind, mixed as such, as well BUT Lou just took it to that high octane-Roth like intensity. Without Lou, this wouldn't have worked nearly as well. Thanx much

[KenMacMillan]

It's good in a cheesy way.

[aaronbergAPB]

@KenMacMillan Exactly! That's my take on it entirely. I think it's hilarious and far from serious. Like the good ole fun/party style VH. You hit the nail right on the head Ken. Thanx much and have a great week. ApB

[LaiYouttitham]

That is so Van Halen! fantastic!!!!!

[aaronbergAPB]

@LaiYouttitham Thanx a bunch Lai. I had the concept of the tune and Lou was the singer I had in mind. Met him on myspace and approached him on the idea. The rest is history. Have a great week sir and high respect. Ciao

[LIFESEXDEATH]

Thumbs up if I could-ya disabled it !

Rock on Aaron !

[aaronbergAPB]

@LIFESEXDEATH Thanx a million sir. We had fun with this one. Kind of a bear doing the music and such but Lou just made it kill. Hehe, Ciao

[Fabiano9798]

great composition and video!

excellent musician and artist! 5srts!!

[aaronbergAPB]

@Fabiano9798 I'm very pleased that you commented in such a positive fashion. We very much appreciate responses like such. Have a great week and thank you.

[Guitars4US]

Very nice. Vocals sound just like Davis Lee Roth.

[aaronbergAPB]

@Guitars4US Thank you very much. Enjoyed your jam with roodbrood vid'. Nice to collaborate with others, indeed. Have a great week, apb

[roodbrood]

Right brothe r :-) Good old kick ass rock and roll. Reminds me of my high school dazes. Cheers

[aaronbergAPB]

@roodbrood I'm glad it reminds you of your high school daze. That is exactly the intention here. Thanx much my Viking Metal friend. Cheers,  apb

[aaronbergAPB]

tucktimosprime ( YT user ) great stuff,,that intro was so cool,,and thats some set of lungs..

[aaronbergAPB]

@aaronbergAPB I erased your comment while editing my own response tucktimosprime I apologize sir! Thank you for the comment sir BTW. ApB

[aaronbergAPB]

@90000screaminwatts Thanx much. We appreciate your most kind response. Have a great weekend and a productive week ahead.  Ciao

[064panik]

wow thats awsome dude! keep on keepin on! i swear every video you make it only gets better and better.

[aaronbergAPB]

@064panik I just don't post as often as I'd like to, in a more perfect world. I do not rush to put just anything up for public display. I try to take a little time and put in a bit of effort on my posts. I appreciate, very much, you're most kind words on the channel. Makes me feel that I'm doing my YouTube duty. Ciao

[untamedheartt]

CHEERS AARONNNNNNNNNNNN

[aaronbergAPB]

@untamedheartt Congrats Lou. You did well sir. Cheers,  apb

[col33145]

so what do you use to record ?cubase/logic?

[aaronbergAPB]

@col33145 ProTools was used here. Thanx for the inquisitive comment.  Ciao

[TorchwoodBelfast]

a very good song well done man

[aaronbergAPB]

@TorchwoodBelfast Thanx a million for the nice words. We had a good time with it. Have a great weekend!  Ciao

[pollin]

Sounds great man!!!!!

[aaronbergAPB]

@pollin Thanx much my friend. We enjoyed putting the song together. Online collaborations are intense. Have a great weekend!  apb

[bernhardtsen74]

Very dynamic!

[aaronbergAPB]

@bernhardtsen74 Very many thanx for the view alone and to comment or take the time to do such in a positive light, is very kind of you. Keep shredding the Ibanez!  apb

[awesomejohnnet]

Wonderful energy,

wishing you continued success.

[aaronbergAPB]

@awesomejohnnet Thank you much. Have a great weekend. Positive feedback is always quite delightful to read.  Ciao

[AndreasBusshart]

Aaron you and Lou sound fantastic.....cool vintage Halen indeed ....awesome guitar work....peace....Freddie

[aaronbergAPB]

@AndreasBusshart Thanx Freddie, we gave it a try man. It's not possible to really emulate those guys but we had fun and that's why we do things in the first place. Ciao and thanx again!

[akimotoshow]

It's cool sound and good job!!! aaronberg-san:)

Show

[aaronbergAPB]

@akimotoshow Thanx much Show, we appreciate your kindness. It's a fun experiment to write in a sound or vain of another entity. Blessings, apb

[townstra]

Cool song Aaron! The guitar work did undoubtedly have a VanHalen flare to it. Keep Rockin'! T

[aaronbergAPB]

@townstra Thanx a bunch T. I appreciate you stoppin' in. You're just killing with your tracks over there. Nice worx!  L8

[ziggy72170]

Haa,Haa. (my opinion) The song sounds confusing. Musically unstructured...But those David lee Roth sequels are done quite well....

[aaronbergAPB]

@ziggy72170 Thanx much sir ! Perhaps it is not musically good and that was all me. Lou did do great on the screams. Pretty standard arrangement : Intro/ Verse/Pre/Chorus ( solo ) etc. Shouldn't confuse even the most novice of musicians. Have a great weekend and I'll be by to check out some of your composition, as well. Maybe I'll learn a bit from ya, ApB

[EdwardAshburn]

Pretty cool nice solo. Ease up on the vocal effects tho lol they get really annoying after a while.

[aaronbergAPB]

@EdwardAshburn I was listening to that a bit. I added a lot of multi-tap and it is what it is. I already posted it, too late to turn back on YT anyway. Glad you dug the solo and thanks for the observation on the mix. I do agree with you, Ciao

[blessingsindisguise]

Very cool , as usual, Don't expect anything but the extraordinary stuff from you:) Hope you are doing well, and chillin out!!!! Thanks 4 sharing with us all, Aaron...Peace.

[aaronbergAPB]

@blessingsindisguise Wow, very kind words to share here about my work. I don't post often, as I try to work a bit before I present anything here. Makes it more special for me and the audience. I am chilling out, especially after working on three new projects. 2 more are coming soon. You're welcome anytime! Peace, ApB

[TrppyTV]

damn good vid.fuk YAAAAAAAAA

[aaronbergAPB]

@TrppyTV Thanx a billion Trippy!!! You rule! L8'er

[tps607]

yes!

[aaronbergAPB]

@tps607 Yes, indeed'y.  Gracias!

[popstotexas]

Killer as normal! hehe

[aaronbergAPB]

@popstotexas Cool man and thanx a million. It was an enjoyable experiment.

[garypr12]

great job

[aaronbergAPB]

@garypr12 Thanx very much sir. We really appreciate your positive feedback.

[MiikeCS]

Totally Van Halen! Nice seeing some of your new material.

[aaronbergAPB]

@MiikeCS We can only attempt to emulate, but we both feel very positive about this song. We fashioned it from all angles, I tuned the drums ( programming ) to VH albums, I played the bass aggressively like Mike Anthony, I used my presets for guitar sounds to be close to Ed tone, we wrote the lyrics to be somewhat similar and Lou just took the Roth style back in time. It's very bold and potentially embarrassing to post something as another groups style, but he and I are fearless. Thanx!!!

[MiikeCS]

@aaronbergAPB Hahaha it's not bold nor embarrasing at all! It's only natural for us to go back to our roots, and want to be like them! As I said before, very nice song, it does sound a lot like Van Halen.

[aaronbergAPB]

@MiikeCS Amen sir. Muchas Gracias

[maxqpeck]

You guys just hit #1 on the charts in my parallel universe!

[aaronbergAPB]

@maxqpeck Sweet Mr. Peck. We were back and forth for about one month. He, in NYC and myself in WI. I was picky with his parts, almost too much to even push it longer. He sent me the latest file, I listened to it and decided to pump it into my ProTools, as to see the result. I emailed Lou and said, " You're of the hook, it's done. " I'm glad I used this one, as it's still very loose and quirky much like the VH of old. Thanx very much my friend. We appreciate that very, very much.

[theshredmann]

Great man, sounds just like you say. "vintage Vanhalen"! Outstanding work!!!^^

[aaronbergAPB]

@theshredmann Thanx very much! We believed we had done our research. Much watching of very rare recordings and bootlegs etc. The early albums also were somewhat helpful as reference. They are impossible to duplicate but we had quite a time trying such. Thanx again! Makes our day, apb

[Hetriani]

That was totally awesome!!! Great job both of you on this masterpeice!! Your talents know no boundaries guys...that was just epic!!! \m/

[aaronbergAPB]

@Hetriani Thanx much sir. We had a time entering the realm of the Van Halen we remember as so bombastic and reckless. Rock'n'Roll bro'. Gracias

[aaronbergAPB]

@JacqueShredo Lou had quite the time. I'll communicate this with him. If he's hasn't already seen the comment. Mission accomplished sir and thanx a million.

[punkfunc]

awesome man! you rock!

[aaronbergAPB]

@punkfunc Right on bro'. Much thanx

[theScytheofGod]

Good guitars, guys.

[aaronbergAPB]

@theScytheofGod Thanx man. Appreciate that much.