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The Johnny Beane Podcast
Hosted by Johnny Beane Ā· EN
Native American - Dakota tribe citizen. Rock Musician, Guitarist & YouTube Rock Music Talk Shows/Podcasts LIVE 5PM ET http://johnnybeane.TV šø Twitch Affiliate š®
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ā” Squier Strat Projects, Telecaster Repairs, Guitar Mods & The Santa Cruz Punk Rock Scene! šø
May 800:41:02Tap to summarizešø On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, Iām showing off some awesome guitars Iām currently repairing, rebuilding, modding, and of course jamming on ā including a killer Squier Strat project! š¤š„ I also picked up a Telecaster body from Guitar Wars in San Jose, California, that Iāll be turning into another cool build right here on the show! šøā” Plus, I take you guys along to Santa Cruz, California, where I checked out an awesome punk rock show at The CrĆŖpe Place! My friends in Power Strip hit the stage, and I also show clips from the opening band Midnight Dumpster Fire! Killer music, great vibes, and an awesome night all around. And after the show? I wrapped up the night with a burrito run at Taqueria Santa Cruz! šÆš Guitar projects, live music, punk rock, gear talk, and good times ā all happening on Johnny Beane TV! šø TALKING GUITARS: Music & Guitar News LIVE! š¤ Join us LIVE for another epic Guitar LIVE Stream ā weāre talking guitars, gear, tone & mods, plus the latest music and guitar news from around the world! š¶ š Tune in LIVE, jump in the chat, and letās talk guitars! If youāre into guitars, gear, and music news, youāre in the right place ā smash that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hang with us because Talking Guitars is where the partyās at! š š„ Every Week on Johnny Beane TV ā Your Ultimate Guitar Hangout! ā” Epic Guitar & Gear Unboxings š§ Mod Tips, Pro Tricks & DIY Hacks š¤ Live Q&As with Players Worldwide šØ Breaking Gear News, Leaks & First Looks šø Guitar Stories, Artist Access & Backstage Vibes š Surprise Giveaways You Donāt Want to Miss š Smash that LIKE š Hit SUBSCRIBE š¬ Drop a comment ā Youāre part of the crew! š„ Want Your Stream to Look Pro? š StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536 #TalkingGuitars #JohnnyBeaneTV #SquierStrat #Telecaster šøš„
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EVH Wolfgang Special Baked Maple Review! New Colors, Upgrades & Eddie Van Halen Tone Explained šøš„
May 600:43:12Tap to summarizeš„ The EVH Wolfgang Special just got a serious upgrade ā and weāre breaking it all down on this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV! The new Wolfgang Special Baked Maple models are here, and they look and sound incredible. Available in Smoked Mesquite, Kandy Green, Caution Yellow, Ivory, and Stealth Black with a sleek baked maple neck and ebony fingerboard, plus a stunning Gloss Black version featuring a matching baked maple neck and fingerboard, these guitars are built for tone, speed, and style. Weāre diving into everything you need to know ā from the feel of that baked maple neck to the punch and clarity of the EVH Wolfgang Alnico 2 humbucking pickups. And yes, the spoke wheel truss rod adjustment at the base of the neck makes dialing in your setup faster and easier than ever. If youāre a Van Halen fan, a tone chaser, or just love killer guitar gear, this is one you donāt want to miss. Letās talk about whether these new Wolfgang Specials live up to the legacy! #EVH #EddieVanHalen #WolfgangSpecial #JohnnyBeaneTV
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Guitar Center Reveals Most Overplayed Guitar Riffs (And Why āStairway to Heavenā Isnāt #1) šøš„
May 500:21:13Tap to summarizeGuitar Center just revealed the most-played guitar riffs customers constantly jam when trying out gearāand itās probably exactly what youād expectā¦ with a few surprises. Based on feedback from stores across the country, riffs like Metallicaās āMaster of Puppets,ā Guns Nā Rosesā āSweet Child Oā Mine,ā and Nirvana classics dominate the list, getting played over and over all day long. Stairway to Heavenālong considered the ultimate āforbiddenā guitar shop riffāisnāt even in the top spot (or the list at all), showing how player trends have shifted. The big takeaway? These riffs are everywhere in storesāand according to Guitar Centerās CEO, theyāre āoften not played wellāā¦ but when someone nails them, it really stands out. šø TALKING GUITARS: Music & Guitar News LIVE! š¤ Join us LIVE for another epic Guitar LIVE Stream ā weāre talking guitars, gear, tone & mods, plus the latest music and guitar news from around the world! š¶ š Tune in LIVE, jump in the chat, and letās talk guitars! If youāre into guitars, gear, and music news, youāre in the right place ā smash that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hang with us because Talking Guitars is where the partyās at! š š„ Every Week on Johnny Beane TV ā Your Ultimate Guitar Hangout! ā” Epic Guitar & Gear Unboxings š§ Mod Tips, Pro Tricks & DIY Hacks š¤ Live Q&As with Players Worldwide šØ Breaking Gear News, Leaks & First Looks šø Guitar Stories, Artist Access & Backstage Vibes š Surprise Giveaways You Donāt Want to Miss š Smash that LIKE š Hit SUBSCRIBE š¬ Drop a comment ā Youāre part of the crew! š„ Want Your Stream to Look Pro? š StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536 #guitarcenter #GuitarPlayer #GuitarTalk #JohnnyBeaneTV šøš„
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Ritchie Blackmore Breaks Silence on Eddie Van Halen: Humble, Misunderstood, Legendary
May 100:20:51Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into a fascinating story from Guitar Player featuring legendary Ritchie Blackmore and his candid thoughts on Eddie Van Halen. Blackmore reflects on his backstage encounters with Eddie, describing him as incredibly giftedābut also surprisingly humble. He recalls Eddie downplaying himself, even saying, āYou donāt want to talk to me, because Iām nobody,ā something Blackmore admits he never understood. Despite revolutionizing guitar with his groundbreaking techniques, Eddie often underestimated his own impact. Blackmore also touches on Eddieās personality, suggesting that he sometimes relied on drinking to feel comfortable in social situations. Still, what stood out most was Eddieās authenticityāhis intuitive, feel-based playing that set him apart from even the most technically perfect players. Comparing him to greats like Joe Satriani, Steve Morse, and Eric Clapton, Blackmore emphasizes that true musical expression isnāt about always playing the ārightā notesāitās about searching, feeling, and pushing boundaries. And in his eyes, Eddie embodied that spirit completely. He also reveals a more personal sideāhow Eddie, deeply inspired by Clapton, was hurt by rejection from one of his heroes. Itās a reminder that even the greatest musicians carry insecurities behind the scenes. #VanHalen #EddieVanHalen #RitchieBlackmore #GuitarLegends šø
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Steve Vaiās Encino Home & Studio FOR SALE! Inside the Legendary Guitar Setup | Sothebyās Tour šø
Apr 3000:56:59Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Johnny Beane TV, we dive into a killer story from Guitar WorldāSteve Vaiās incredible Encino home and custom-built studio are officially up for sale! š¤Æšø We break down the details from the article, then head over to the Sotheby's International Realty listing to get an up-close look at the propertyāfeaturing jaw-dropping photos of Vaiās personal recording space, unique design touches, and of courseā¦ guitars on display inside the studio. š„ If youāve ever wondered what a world-class guitaristās home setup looks like, this is a must-see. From creative vibes to serious gear inspiration, this episode takes you inside a true guitar legendās private world. šø TALKING GUITARS: Music & Guitar News LIVE! š¤ Join us LIVE for another epic Guitar LIVE Stream ā weāre talking guitars, gear, tone & mods, plus the latest music and guitar news from around the world! š¶ š Tune in LIVE, jump in the chat, and letās talk guitars! If youāre into guitars, gear, and music news, youāre in the right place ā smash that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hang with us because Talking Guitars is where the partyās at! š š„ Every Week on Johnny Beane TV ā Your Ultimate Guitar Hangout! ā” Epic Guitar & Gear Unboxings š§ Mod Tips, Pro Tricks & DIY Hacks š¤ Live Q&As with Players Worldwide šØ Breaking Gear News, Leaks & First Looks šø Guitar Stories, Artist Access & Backstage Vibes š Surprise Giveaways You Donāt Want to Miss š Smash that LIKE š Hit SUBSCRIBE š¬ Drop a comment ā Youāre part of the crew! š„ Want Your Stream to Look Pro? š StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536 #SteveVai #GuitarWorld #GuitarStudio #JohnnyBeaneTV šøš„
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š¤ Celebrating 45 years of Fair WarningāVan Halen at their darkest, heaviest, and most explosive.
Apr 2900:27:44Tap to summarizeReleased April 29, 1981, Van Halenās Fair Warning wasnāt their biggest commercial albumābut it became one of their most respected, influential, and cult-favorite records in rock history. Dark, gritty, and aggressive, this fourth studio album captured Van Halen at their rawest and most intense, with Eddie Van Halen pushing guitar innovation even further. šø While Fair Warning peaked at #5 on the Billboard 200 and sold over 2 million copies in the U.S., its legacy goes far beyond chart success. The attitude, tone, and songwriting made it a standout in the Van Halen catalog. From the haunting feel of āMean Streetā to the explosive power of āUnchained,ā this album helped redefine hard rock guitar. ā” Tonight on Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate the 45th anniversary of Fair Warningābreaking down the songs, the gear, the sound, and the stories behind one of Van Halenās darkest masterpieces. šø Join one of the biggest Van Halen fan groups on Facebook: http://facebook.com/groups/EVHFANPAGE š§ Van Halen ā Fair Warning Tracklist (1981) Side One: "Mean Street" "Dirty Movies" "Sinner's Swing!" "Hear About It Later" Side Two: "Unchained" "Push Comes to Shove" "So This Is Love?" "Sunday Afternoon in the Park" "One Foot Out the Door" šļø Get the Eddie Van Halen Tone: MXR EVH Flanger ā http://sweetwater.sjv.io/Wq5q1J MXR EVH Phase 90 ā http://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqJ1Je EVH Chorus ā http://sweetwater.sjv.io/g1ae40 EVH 5150 OD Pedal ā http://sweetwater.sjv.io/R52N9a EVH Frankenstein Relic Guitar ā http://sweetwater.sjv.io/VmdE0J š Shop my gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/johnnybeane š± Accessories: https://a.co/d/11q0UK2 | https://a.co/d/gEIizVI Using the affiliate links helps support the channel and keeps the content comingāthank you! šø Follow Johnny Beane: johnnybeane.com Instagram: @johnnybeane Facebook: Johnny Beane TV TikTok: @johnnybeanetv Twitter: @johnnybeane š¦ Mail / Product Reviews: Johnny Beane 4768 Soquel Dr, Box 232 Soquel, CA 95073, USA š¤ Celebrating 45 years of Fair WarningāVan Halen at their darkest, heaviest, and most explosive. #VanHalen #EddieVanHalen #FairWarning #ExclusivelyVanHalen #JohnnyBeaneTV #Unchained #MeanStreet #DLRera #VanHalen1978 #RockHistory
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Lekato ME05 Multi Effects Processor Review š® Guitar Pedal with Amp Modeling, Delay & Reverb Demo
Apr 2900:19:51Tap to summarizeMeet the Lekato ME05 Multi-Effects Processorāa compact, all-in-one guitar powerhouse that looks like it came straight out of a retro handheld game consoleā¦ but donāt let the size fool you. This little unit packs a serious punch. The ME05 features a full range of built-in effects including distortion, overdrive, delay, reverb, modulation, and amp modelingāgiving you everything from crystal-clean tones to full-on high-gain shred, all in one portable device. If you want to check out the Lekato ME05 for yourself, Iāve got a link right belowāgrab it here: š https://amzn.to/4tD1a65 š Want to grab the LEKATO JW-06 Wireless? https://amzn.to/48laVxZ Is this video I am using the TEASE ST-1 SPR guitar. Amps in the video are the Vox Micro SuperBeetle Guitar Mini-stack Guitar Amp https://amzn.to/4qcl7ie And the Boss Katana-Mini X 10-watt 1 x 5-inch Portable Guitar Amplifier - http://sweetwater.sjv.io/GKb6LB Above are affiliate links and help support my channel. The bright, Game Boy-style screen makes navigating your presets feel fast and intuitive, almost like scrolling through a classic video game menu. And with multiple effect chains and customizable patches, you can dial in your tone exactly how you want itāwhether youāre practicing at home, recording, or jamming on the go. It also includes a built-in tuner, headphone output for silent practice, and USB connectivity for easy recording directly into your computer. Plus, with its rechargeable battery, youāre not tied to a power outletātake it anywhere and play anytime. If youāre looking for a fun, affordable, and surprisingly powerful multi-effects unit with a unique retro vibe, the Lekato ME05 might just be your new favorite piece of gear. #GuitarGear #MultiEffects #GuitarTone #GuitarPedals
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Alex Van Halenās NEW Van Halen Book Revealed! Rare Photos, Mystery Vinyl šø4/29/26
Apr 2900:56:24Tap to summarizeOn this electrifying episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive deep into the brand-new Van Halen (Genesis Publications book by Alex Van Halen) from Alex Van Halenāand the early previews are blowing fans away! Weāre talking rare family photos from the 1960s, behind-the-scenes stories, and some seriously cool collectorās itemsāincluding replica 1984-era Van Halen guitar picks and a mystery 45 vinyl š Whatās on it?! We break it all down and speculate on what could be hiding in this incredible release from Genesis Publications. And thatās not allā¦ today marks the 45th anniversary of Fair Warning šāone of Van Halenās darkest, grittiest, and most legendary albums. We celebrate its legacy and talk about why it still hits hard today. š Want to celebrate the anniversary of Fair Warning? Check out the full anniversary show I did last yearāpacked with stories, deep dives, and all the reasons this album still hits hard. Watch it right here! šøš„ https://www.youtube.com/live/ykr2fCNTgq4?si=dU9NUcLNXipwGj9h If youāre a die-hard Van Halen fan, this is one episode you donāt want to miss. Pre-orders are live NOWāletās talk about it! #VanHalen #AlexVanHalen #FairWarning #VanHalenCollectors šøš„
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Eddie Van Halen Handed Nuno Bettencourt His Guitar?! The 1991 Moment That Left Him Panicking šøš„
Apr 2800:28:11Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we dive into an incredible, nerve-wracking, and unforgettable moment in guitar history. Nuno Bettencourt shares the story of the day he finally came face-to-face with Eddie Van Halen in 1991āand everything changed. What do you even play when youāre handed Eddieās guitar? According to Nunoā¦ pure panic. Fresh off recording Pornograffitti, Nuno found himself at CenterStaging in Los Angeles when Eddie suddenly stopped rehearsal, walked straight up to him, and made it clearāhe knew exactly who Nuno wasā¦ and had even read his interviews. Then came the moment: Eddie handed him his own rig. Nuno had spent years chasing that legendary tone, even using Van Halen I and II as his sonic blueprint. Now he was standing right there, hearing it live, feeling it, living it. The dream every guitarist hasā¦ suddenly real. And just when you think the story couldnāt get more surrealāEddie greets him in a way only Eddie could. This is one of those stories that reminds you just how powerful those moments can be when heroes become realāand the legend proves even bigger in person. #VanHalen #EddieVanHalen #NunoBettencourt #GuitarLegends
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Van Halen 5150 Hits #1! š„ The Day Everything Changed (April 26, 1986) | Exclusively Van Halen
Apr 2600:11:55Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we celebrate a major milestone in rock historyāon April 26, 1986, 5150 hit #1 on the Billboard 200 and changed the bandās trajectory forever. With Sammy Hagar stepping in alongside Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony, this album introduced a new eraāand a whole new sound. Where were you when you first heard 5150? What did you think the first time those songs hit your ears? I share my personal story and memories on this episode of Johnny Beane TV, and I want to hear yours too. Join the conversation and celebrate one of the most iconic moments in Van Halen history. #VanHalen #its5150time #SammyHagar #JohnnyBeaneTV
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